Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Arden-Arcade, Sacramento, CA
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Sylvia Y Del Angel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I use a combination of evidence based therapeutic techniques such as CBT,
DBT
, Eclectic therapies, and now I’m trained with EMDR.
I’d like to introduce myself to you a bit. I decided to get into therapy because I struggled and still at times struggle with self-doubt, shame, and guilt. My pain doesn’t make me incapable or unable to succeed, it makes me human. My personal journey has given me empathy and passion to want to help others in similar circumstances. I grew up thinking life was meant to be hard and admitting weakness and showing emotion, besides happiness, was not ok. I had to comply and I had to hold everything in to simply survive. During many moments, I knew I needed support and needed someone who would not judge, such as a therapist like myself.

Janani Venkat
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I primarily use Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) along with elements of
Dialectical
Behavior Therapy (
DBT
) in my work with clients.
I enjoy working with individuals and couples who are self-motivated and looking to rediscover themselves. As someone who has had to balance multiple cultures, I know what it can feel like to straddle more than one. I want to help you find your balance between the "two worlds" of what is important to you and your family without taking away from who you are. I will work with you to tap into your inner voice, channel your strengths and become the most fulfilling version of yourself.

Life and Liberation
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I practice EMDR and
DBT
in order to help my clients to overcome trauma history and to help them live and enjoy life mindfully.
I primarily work with Farsi and Dari speaking refugees who have been exposed to hardship and war. I also see teenagers who are going through identity crisis and transitional periods from childhood to adulthood. I see couples coming from traditional backgrounds trying to save their marriage by adjusting to mainstream culture. Finally, I see individuals with low-self esteem, confidence, and decision making issues.
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Nicole Barksdale
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I’ve been providing psychotherapy for a wide range of issues and populations for the last 10 years. For the first few years of my clinical career, I worked with children and families both in the office and on school campuses. I would describe my therapeutic approach as goal-oriented and client-centered. Treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion is at the forefront of my practice. My counseling style is a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy,
Dialectical
Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic, Acceptance, and Commitment Therapy among others.

Karessa Kelly
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
The therapeutic journey begins internally by listening to the heart when it tells us there is a need for change in our lives. Second is having the courage to admit when we need outside support to begin this change, and finally being bold enough to use our voices to seek out the assistance of a therapist. Therapy with the right therapist can be helpful to everyone. my preferred theoretical approach is client-centered. A client-centered therapeutic approach allows me to meet my clients where they are at and together develop the appropriate path forward. Other theoretical approaches include; CBT,
DBT
, experiential, & psychodynamic.

Karen Michelle Fagerstrom
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I find an integrative approach particularly helpful in therapy and utilize evidence-based techniques such as
Dialectical
Behavior Therapy (
DBT
), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and other mindfulness-based interventions.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist providing individual therapy to teenagers and adults. My office is in Fair Oaks, CA. I help people in their desire to close the gap between where they are right now and where they want to be in the future. I am passionate about helping people create a life that brings them peace and joy. I use a strength based, collaborative approach and evidence-based interventions to aid you on your journey of self-discovery, helping you take charge of the direction and quality of your life.

Jennifer Welch
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am certified in Trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, have special training in
Dialectical
Behavioral Therapy (
DBT
) and also utilize play therapy with children.
Sometimes we find ourselves feeling lost, confused and without hope. Other times, we may just be stuck. This is where therapy comes in. I believe the relationship we create together is the foundation for great therapy. I want you to experience relief! Therefore, I utilize an individualized approach to address life's many challenges, inspiring growth. I am confident that the journey of therapy can greatly improve one's quality of life.

Madison Hayes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, 106886
Verified
Verified
Many of the folks I have worked with have experienced depression, anxiety, and trauma. I bring many
dialectical
behavioral therapy skills into my practice, particularly focusing on mindfulness and radical acceptance as foundational tools to manage ongoing feelings. I try to approach each person I meet as the expert in their own life, and eclectically draw on my knowledge and experience to support them in whatever way they may need.

Seija Zimmerman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I often use emotion regulation skills building, from an approach called
Dialectical
Behavioral Therapy, with teens and young adults to support them with managing the stressors that come with growing up.
Do you find yourself back in the same negative situations with the same kind of people, over and over? Are you a 'people pleaser'? Do you take care of everyone else first? I often work with individuals, couples or families that struggle with saying 'no' and setting healthy boundaries. The people I work with generally want to feel more in control of their lives, learn to manage emotions effectively and have better relationships. With teenagers and young adults, I work together with them to bring balance into their lives, specifically because there are currently too many stressors for young people.

Christine Chavez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Every person experiences adversity at some point in their lives. Sometimes you need an unbiased therapist to help you process personal issues and see situations from a different perspective. I can do that for you in a kind, caring, person centered way!I believe in meeting the client where they are at emotionally. Together we will use a variety of techniques to facilitate healing such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Neuro-Linguistic Programming exercises, Art Therapy,
Dialectical
Behavior Therapy and other methods that may apply.

Therapy Link
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am trained in EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing), cognitive processing therapy, prolonged exposure, acceptance and commitment therapy,
dialectical
behavioral therapy, and grief therapy.
I hold a master’s degree in social work from the University of Southern California. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of California. I offer over 15 years’ experience in trauma-based therapy, working with individuals (adolescents & adults) and teams dealing with life challenges. These issues include depression, anxiety, relationship stress/issues, work stress, post-traumatic stress, suicidal ideation, gender issues, ADHD, grief and many more. I have had the opportunity to work in crisis intervention, intellectual disability services, prison population and active-duty service members.
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John E Joseph
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified
Verified
My commitment to providing quality mental health services to individuals, couples, and families has greatly influenced my approach to therapy. I utilize an integrative influenced by Interpersonal Neurobiology (IPNB),
Dialectical
Behavioral Theory (
DBT
), Attachment Theory, and Trauma-Focused Cognitive-Behavioral Theory (TF-CBT). These areas of research help us to understand how stress and trauma impact our brains and lives in ways that may go unnoticed.

Noe Dueñas
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified
Verified
Hello! I am Noe Duenas (Pronounced: No-We/Noey Dwayne-nuss) and I am an autistic therapist that specializes in active treatment with individuals that have a dual diagnosis of Autism and or intellectual disabilities as well as a mental health diagnosis. I've been working with individuals with disabilities my whole career providing therapeutic services to problem solve issues, assist with a range of behaviors, teaching client's to articulating their wants and needs as well as being an authentic human to speak to just to process everyday life or topics that are difficult.

Matthew Zavala
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, PPS
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with clients who are motivated, responsible, diligent and seeking a deeper transformational experience of themselves. My clients are seekers of personal truth and existential wisdom that not only fosters personal growth but deepens their connection to those they love and to a grounded sense of presence in their lives. My clients are looking to re-establish a unified experience of the heart, mind and spirit to heal and soften the issues they are currently facing in their lives.

Chris Webster
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Imagine feeling peace-even in the face of life's challenges. Anxiety and depression. Relationship problems with partners, family members, or others. Divorce, death, and other tragedies. Imagine knowing you have the emotional awareness and the skills you need to deal with whatever life brings you. The wherewithal to meet challenges, to achieve better outcomes, and - ultimately - to heal the wounds that can make peace seem elusive or fleeting. The choice to seek therapy is itself a big step toward healing. My role is to help guide you as you move through self-discovery, to self-awareness, to self-direction.

Kate Bautch
Registered Psychological Assistant, EdD, MT-BC
Verified
Verified
I am Dr. Kate Bautch, a licensed psychological associate and I work with adults, adolescents, and children, providing individual, couples, and group therapy. In our sessions I seek to create a safe space in which you feel respected, understood, and supported. From that place, we will work together to identify what is causing your pain, and how we can use your resilience and personal strengths to facilitate the positive change you are seeking. I approach each session with acceptance, empathy, compassion, and sometimes a little humor to lighten the mood when appropriate.

Jeremy D Prillwitz
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LAADC
Verified
Verified
For many people, standard 12 step-dominated substance use treatment does not work. People may tell you that your problem is a lack of willingness, or that you are in "denial." But maybe you need someone to listen to you rather than talk at you. The fact that these programs do not work for you does not mean that you are not capable of change. It probably just means that you have not found an approach that addresses your individual needs and values.

Couples Resource Collective Counseling Group
LMFT
Verified
Verified
You deserve a happy and successful relationship. Learn to how to repair personal or relationship issues caused by mental health ailments, communication, trust/infidelity, sex, addiction, parenting differences, past trauma (sexual, physical, emotional), and finances. Discover how to create and maintain mutual understanding and respect. Love like you matter. Our diverse staff believe in affirmative and equitable approaches that support clients, regardless to composition, beliefs, or practices. Call us to learn how we can help, or visit our parent company's website for more information: www.sacramentocouples.org. HABLA ESPAÑOL.

Aubrey-Pierre Keys
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I have a number of treatment modalities to address diverse patient treatment. In addition, I have worked with clinical depression both moderate and severe over the last 12 years. Also, grief has been a difficult process for patients who loss a love one both deceased and divorced that I have treated in both traumatic and non traumatic cases. I also have a speciality with those who are dealing with difficult oartner relationships. (i.e. blended famillies, reactionary communication that deteriiorate the couple relationship, remarriage and divorce mediation) I also provide medication monitoring for patients taking psychotropic meds.

Life Calibrations Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified
Verified
Shutting the world out for a while sounds like a relief. It also sounds lonely and stressful to do it for as long as it would take to fill your bucket. If you gave into that feeling you wouldn’t get anything done which then would make it all worse. So you hold it together, press on, and tell yourself it isn’t that bad and you are ok. Deep down you know you need some kind of help with all of the negative thoughts, imposter syndrome, and up and down emotions. What’s missing is the enthusiasm, connection, and true joy. Today something has shifted and it feels like now is time to stop going through the motions and start living fully.
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Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists
Who is DBT for?
DBT is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.
Why do people need DBT?
The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behavior and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.
What happens in DBT?
Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behavior, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
How long does DBT last?
Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioral change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behavior; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.