Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in 15237
Monica Waitkus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Depending on your personalized needs, I may incorporate the following treatment modalities into the therapeutic process: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), Motivational Interviewing and Trauma Focused treatment.
I believe everyone can make positive changes in their life and therapy is a safe, supportive experience to help navigate through the change process. I provide treatment that is tailored to your needs and is focused on promoting your unique strengths while also addressing any barriers to progress. Whether dealing with a major life crisis or just wanting to improve the overall quality of your life or relationships, my focus is on helping you find the skills and strength to make meaningful change. Emphasizing individual goals and personal autonomy, I create a therapeutic environment that is positive, open-minded and non-judgmental.
Depending on your personalized needs, I may incorporate the following treatment modalities into the therapeutic process: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), Motivational Interviewing and Trauma Focused treatment.
I believe everyone can make positive changes in their life and therapy is a safe, supportive experience to help navigate through the change process. I provide treatment that is tailored to your needs and is focused on promoting your unique strengths while also addressing any barriers to progress. Whether dealing with a major life crisis or just wanting to improve the overall quality of your life or relationships, my focus is on helping you find the skills and strength to make meaningful change. Emphasizing individual goals and personal autonomy, I create a therapeutic environment that is positive, open-minded and non-judgmental.
I utilize Rational Emotive Behavior Theory (REBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), tailored to each client’s individual needs.
Do you feel depressed or overwhelmed by life? Do you feel like you need to make a change but don’t know how? You’re not alone; these feelings and situations are common things that we all experience at times. Life can be challenging, but you don’t have to face it on your own. Whether or not you’ve been to therapy before, acknowledging that you want help in your journey towards a happier and healthier life is an important step. Therapy can help you become more self-aware and develop a better understanding of who you are and what you need. My goal is to support you in this process and help you find the tools that work for you.
I utilize Rational Emotive Behavior Theory (REBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), tailored to each client’s individual needs.
Do you feel depressed or overwhelmed by life? Do you feel like you need to make a change but don’t know how? You’re not alone; these feelings and situations are common things that we all experience at times. Life can be challenging, but you don’t have to face it on your own. Whether or not you’ve been to therapy before, acknowledging that you want help in your journey towards a happier and healthier life is an important step. Therapy can help you become more self-aware and develop a better understanding of who you are and what you need. My goal is to support you in this process and help you find the tools that work for you.
Nancy Ure Douglass
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
My client’s issues are extremely important to me. I do whatever I can to build trust and provide hope to improve their overall well being. i use CBT, DBT, and any interpersonal skills that have proven to be successful over my 25 years of practice .Hope and Health are my primary goals in any therapeutic setting.
My client’s issues are extremely important to me. I do whatever I can to build trust and provide hope to improve their overall well being. i use CBT, DBT, and any interpersonal skills that have proven to be successful over my 25 years of practice .Hope and Health are my primary goals in any therapeutic setting.
Anchorpoint Counseling Ministry
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
, CBT, DBT, ACT, EMDR, Strength-based, Trauma-informed, Family Therapy, etc).
We are a charitable nonprofit serving individuals, couples, and families in your community. We serve neighbors of all ages and backgrounds. We are a reliable place to turn for professional support addressing everyday issues and challenges like anxiety, depression, grief, loneliness, low self-esteem, trauma, abuse, anger, peer pressure, marriage/family problems, and parenting difficulties.
, CBT, DBT, ACT, EMDR, Strength-based, Trauma-informed, Family Therapy, etc).
We are a charitable nonprofit serving individuals, couples, and families in your community. We serve neighbors of all ages and backgrounds. We are a reliable place to turn for professional support addressing everyday issues and challenges like anxiety, depression, grief, loneliness, low self-esteem, trauma, abuse, anger, peer pressure, marriage/family problems, and parenting difficulties.
Jennifer Costa Hutchinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Therapeutic Approaches include: Trauma Focused Interventions, EMDR, CBT, DBT and family systems.
Accepting new clients with morning and afternoon openings. No evening appointments. I believe therapy is a rewarding and challenging journey. Therapy can support you with overall health and wellness. Are you seeking more balance in your life? Would you like to be able to learn and utilize healthier coping skills to manage stress/anxiety/depression? The therapeutic process can meet you with where YOU are at in your life at this time. As you may be seeking a way to resolve a conflict within family or marriage or maybe you have never resolved issues from your past that are still causing you negative emotions in the present.
Therapeutic Approaches include: Trauma Focused Interventions, EMDR, CBT, DBT and family systems.
Accepting new clients with morning and afternoon openings. No evening appointments. I believe therapy is a rewarding and challenging journey. Therapy can support you with overall health and wellness. Are you seeking more balance in your life? Would you like to be able to learn and utilize healthier coping skills to manage stress/anxiety/depression? The therapeutic process can meet you with where YOU are at in your life at this time. As you may be seeking a way to resolve a conflict within family or marriage or maybe you have never resolved issues from your past that are still causing you negative emotions in the present.
Gara O'Neil
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
The different therapeutic modalities I utilize include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.
Welcome! My name is Gara O’Neil and am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania. I have received my Master’s degree at Slippery Rock University in Clinical Mental Health specializing in Addiction. I have worked in many different levels of care with diverse clientele such as Inpatient Hospitalization in Drug and Alcohol with adults and adolescents, Residential treatment for youth and adolescents, Community Mental Health and Outpatient settings. I have worked with people who experience depression, anxiety, stress management, trauma and life transitions.
The different therapeutic modalities I utilize include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.
Welcome! My name is Gara O’Neil and am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania. I have received my Master’s degree at Slippery Rock University in Clinical Mental Health specializing in Addiction. I have worked in many different levels of care with diverse clientele such as Inpatient Hospitalization in Drug and Alcohol with adults and adolescents, Residential treatment for youth and adolescents, Community Mental Health and Outpatient settings. I have worked with people who experience depression, anxiety, stress management, trauma and life transitions.
Danelle Avellino
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15237 (Online Only)
I have training in DBT ( Dialectical Behavior Therapy).
I would like to help you live your best life. Whether that means healing past trauma, managing anxiety or depression, improving your relationships with others, building your self esteem, finding your life purpose, or coping while dealing with life stressors or transitions, I am here to support you.
I have training in DBT ( Dialectical Behavior Therapy).
I would like to help you live your best life. Whether that means healing past trauma, managing anxiety or depression, improving your relationships with others, building your self esteem, finding your life purpose, or coping while dealing with life stressors or transitions, I am here to support you.
Kyrylice Jurczenko
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15237 (Online Only)
My practice is a mix of both DBT and CBT skills.
Whether you are looking for healing, growth, or change- everyone deserves a space to feel seen, and heard. I will meet you wherever the start line is for you- and be your support through the non- linear journey that is recovery. Whether it's learning to sit with the discomfort of difficult emotions, strengthening your positive coping skills, or learning to challenge your negative thoughts- we will work together. "No two eating disorders are the same. No two individuals are the same. No two paths to recovery are the same. But everyone's strength to reach recovery is the same." - Brittany Burgunder
My practice is a mix of both DBT and CBT skills.
Whether you are looking for healing, growth, or change- everyone deserves a space to feel seen, and heard. I will meet you wherever the start line is for you- and be your support through the non- linear journey that is recovery. Whether it's learning to sit with the discomfort of difficult emotions, strengthening your positive coping skills, or learning to challenge your negative thoughts- we will work together. "No two eating disorders are the same. No two individuals are the same. No two paths to recovery are the same. But everyone's strength to reach recovery is the same." - Brittany Burgunder
Touchstone Clinical Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSW, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15237 (Online Only)
We have some of the few experts in the area that are trained in using a variety of evidence-based treatment modalities (including CBT and DBT).
"The journey of a thousand miles begins with the first step." -Lao Tzu. If your journey could benefit from the most progressive, evidenced-based treatments currently available, Touchstone Clinical Associates can help. Our team has a rare depth of experience treating eating disorders, mood disorders, and trauma that cannot be found anywhere else in the area. With a wealth of empathy, Touchstone Clinical Associates has the knowledge and technical expertise to get your journey started on the right path.
We have some of the few experts in the area that are trained in using a variety of evidence-based treatment modalities (including CBT and DBT).
"The journey of a thousand miles begins with the first step." -Lao Tzu. If your journey could benefit from the most progressive, evidenced-based treatments currently available, Touchstone Clinical Associates can help. Our team has a rare depth of experience treating eating disorders, mood disorders, and trauma that cannot be found anywhere else in the area. With a wealth of empathy, Touchstone Clinical Associates has the knowledge and technical expertise to get your journey started on the right path.
Stacey Dillon
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15237 (Online Only)
Depending on patients’ needs, I utilize CBT, DBT, and Reality Therapy approaches in sessions.
In my time working as a counselor, I have helped patients manage and overcome obstacles like anxiety, depression, and major life transitions. From challenges with the overwhelming pressure of academic life, work life, career choices, relationship challenges, and more, I will be there to offer an objective perspective on your situation and provide healthy tips and resources to navigate it. My approach empowers personal growth while always ensuring you feel safe, seen, and heard.
Depending on patients’ needs, I utilize CBT, DBT, and Reality Therapy approaches in sessions.
In my time working as a counselor, I have helped patients manage and overcome obstacles like anxiety, depression, and major life transitions. From challenges with the overwhelming pressure of academic life, work life, career choices, relationship challenges, and more, I will be there to offer an objective perspective on your situation and provide healthy tips and resources to navigate it. My approach empowers personal growth while always ensuring you feel safe, seen, and heard.
Through counseling, we have the opportunity to look at our lives and evaluate them with knowledge instead of assumption. I work with people to instill hope, correct erroneous beliefs, confront harmful behaviors, develop social competencies, mature spiritually and understand their own self-worth. Because each person is uniquely individual, I take an eclectic approach to therapy. I use a variety of therapeutic tools including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), cognitive-behavioral techniques (CBT), Gestalt techniques, Trauma Resolution Therapy (TRT) and client-centered techniques.
Through counseling, we have the opportunity to look at our lives and evaluate them with knowledge instead of assumption. I work with people to instill hope, correct erroneous beliefs, confront harmful behaviors, develop social competencies, mature spiritually and understand their own self-worth. Because each person is uniquely individual, I take an eclectic approach to therapy. I use a variety of therapeutic tools including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), cognitive-behavioral techniques (CBT), Gestalt techniques, Trauma Resolution Therapy (TRT) and client-centered techniques.
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Jennifer O'Brien
Associate Professional Counselor, MA, LAPC, ICAADC, C-DBT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15237 (Online Only)
I specialize in Substance use disorders, relationship issues, trauma, and gender identity issues. I am certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT) and also work with clients living with depression, anxiety, psychotic spectrum disorders, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and Post-Partum Depression. I have also worked with clients on the Autism Spectrum, worked closely with behavioral analysis, behavior modification, and Cognitive Behavioral therapy. Womens' issues in counseling has always been a main focus for me as well as working with trans women.
I specialize in Substance use disorders, relationship issues, trauma, and gender identity issues. I am certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT) and also work with clients living with depression, anxiety, psychotic spectrum disorders, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and Post-Partum Depression. I have also worked with clients on the Autism Spectrum, worked closely with behavioral analysis, behavior modification, and Cognitive Behavioral therapy. Womens' issues in counseling has always been a main focus for me as well as working with trans women.
Shannon Schroeder
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15237 (Online Only)
As a counselor, it is an honor to work with my clients (adolescents-14+ and adults) from a trauma-informed, person-centered approach grounded in evidence-based treatment including CBT and DBT.
Are you struggling with pain from the past, challenges of current circumstances, or concerns about an uncertain future? Perhaps you are wanting to work through trauma, issues with mood or anxiety, or eating/body image concerns? Are you in a hard season of life where discouragement, hurt, and struggles feel overwhelming? So many people have been where you are and found counseling to be a safe space to work on their journey for hope and healing. if you are looking for a space where you can change the way you think, gather awareness and work on emotion regulation, and find accountability and encouragement for change, I can help.
As a counselor, it is an honor to work with my clients (adolescents-14+ and adults) from a trauma-informed, person-centered approach grounded in evidence-based treatment including CBT and DBT.
Are you struggling with pain from the past, challenges of current circumstances, or concerns about an uncertain future? Perhaps you are wanting to work through trauma, issues with mood or anxiety, or eating/body image concerns? Are you in a hard season of life where discouragement, hurt, and struggles feel overwhelming? So many people have been where you are and found counseling to be a safe space to work on their journey for hope and healing. if you are looking for a space where you can change the way you think, gather awareness and work on emotion regulation, and find accountability and encouragement for change, I can help.
William Bendgen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
I have experience implementing CBT, DBT, ACT, Solution Focused, and Motivational Interviewing.
Unfortunately previous negative experiences with counseling can impact one's decision to seek out treatment again. Therapy isn't about walking into a room because of needing to be "fixed". Therapy is a collaborative approach that begin's with me creating a safe, comfortable, and non judgmental environment. I will always recognize the person before the behavior that we are working to change. My hope at the end of each session is to assist with enhancing your strengths to elicit long term change.
I have experience implementing CBT, DBT, ACT, Solution Focused, and Motivational Interviewing.
Unfortunately previous negative experiences with counseling can impact one's decision to seek out treatment again. Therapy isn't about walking into a room because of needing to be "fixed". Therapy is a collaborative approach that begin's with me creating a safe, comfortable, and non judgmental environment. I will always recognize the person before the behavior that we are working to change. My hope at the end of each session is to assist with enhancing your strengths to elicit long term change.
I am accepting clients in office/telehealth. With over two decades of experience in the mental health field, I have worked with children, teens and adults individually and with their families. I feel that my background working in inpatient, outpatient, residential and in-home settings enables me to help a variety of clients from all walks of life and backgounds in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. My clinical approach most often includes Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT.) I believe in drawing on individual and family strengths.
I am accepting clients in office/telehealth. With over two decades of experience in the mental health field, I have worked with children, teens and adults individually and with their families. I feel that my background working in inpatient, outpatient, residential and in-home settings enables me to help a variety of clients from all walks of life and backgounds in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. My clinical approach most often includes Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT.) I believe in drawing on individual and family strengths.
Nicole Childers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
McKnight, PA 15237 (Online Only)
My approach is to collaboratively create a treatment plan specific to clients’ needs using evidence-based treatment modalities such as trauma-informed CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, narrative techniques, and A-CRA.
I am accepting new telehealth/virtual clients at this time! I enjoy working with teens and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, and other behavioral health difficulties, as well as problems adjusting to day to day stressors. I also specialize in helping those who are feeling stress related to trauma or relationship conflict or violence, and people experiencing substance abuse disorders. Together, we focus in therapy on building new supports and developing healthier ways of coping. I utilize techniques stemming from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, among other approaches.
My approach is to collaboratively create a treatment plan specific to clients’ needs using evidence-based treatment modalities such as trauma-informed CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, narrative techniques, and A-CRA.
I am accepting new telehealth/virtual clients at this time! I enjoy working with teens and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, and other behavioral health difficulties, as well as problems adjusting to day to day stressors. I also specialize in helping those who are feeling stress related to trauma or relationship conflict or violence, and people experiencing substance abuse disorders. Together, we focus in therapy on building new supports and developing healthier ways of coping. I utilize techniques stemming from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, among other approaches.
During the initial session, also known as the intake or evaluation, I strive to gain an in-depth understanding of patients and their stories. My goal is to help people feel safe and comfortable during all sessions as it can be very difficult to be vulnerable! Subsequent sessions will focus on individual needs, processing emotions, and obtaining coping skills for symptom management. We'll focus on your goals and identify realistic steps to get there!
During the initial session, also known as the intake or evaluation, I strive to gain an in-depth understanding of patients and their stories. My goal is to help people feel safe and comfortable during all sessions as it can be very difficult to be vulnerable! Subsequent sessions will focus on individual needs, processing emotions, and obtaining coping skills for symptom management. We'll focus on your goals and identify realistic steps to get there!
Kelli Lampe
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Life is full of beauty, challenges, triumphs and transitions. I welcome the opportunity to partner with you on your journey toward increased awareness to bring about your desired changes. While we cannot change the emotional turmoil of the past, together we can embark on a mission of healing and acceptance. Whether the challenge stems from an unexpected life transition, depression, anxiety, grief or trauma; I offer a safe non judgmental environment for you to explore your emotions and sort through them in a safe and supportive space. To schedule a free 15 min consultation, please visit my website: journeyspgh.com
Life is full of beauty, challenges, triumphs and transitions. I welcome the opportunity to partner with you on your journey toward increased awareness to bring about your desired changes. While we cannot change the emotional turmoil of the past, together we can embark on a mission of healing and acceptance. Whether the challenge stems from an unexpected life transition, depression, anxiety, grief or trauma; I offer a safe non judgmental environment for you to explore your emotions and sort through them in a safe and supportive space. To schedule a free 15 min consultation, please visit my website: journeyspgh.com
Cynthia B. Kinney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSCP, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15237 (Online Only)
Life during these times can be overwhelming. Multiple issues build up inside of us and can become compounded. We hold all of these stresses in our body and it is easy to feel anxious, depressed, sick and unhappy. I have extensive training and experience working with stress related issues, particularly work and family overload, chronic pain and illness, aging, dealing with the effects of Alzheimer's disease, and grief. I will help you to develop your inner strength and spirituality. We will explore your thoughts and feelings to solve your life problems and to use these skills so that you heal and thrive.
Life during these times can be overwhelming. Multiple issues build up inside of us and can become compounded. We hold all of these stresses in our body and it is easy to feel anxious, depressed, sick and unhappy. I have extensive training and experience working with stress related issues, particularly work and family overload, chronic pain and illness, aging, dealing with the effects of Alzheimer's disease, and grief. I will help you to develop your inner strength and spirituality. We will explore your thoughts and feelings to solve your life problems and to use these skills so that you heal and thrive.
Karisa L. M. Sévère
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CAADC, BC-TMH, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15237 (Online Only)
The beauty of life can be hidden by the demands of time and resources. Thoughts of helplessness, frustration, and worry can be difficult to navigate. Constantly thinking about events or feelings that have had major impacts on our lives can prevent us from reaching our goals in life. To me reaching out for help to work through personal difficulties is one of the most important steps a person can take to begin to implement changes. I believe in the authenticity of the therapeutic relationship and how it is a source of strength for change.
The beauty of life can be hidden by the demands of time and resources. Thoughts of helplessness, frustration, and worry can be difficult to navigate. Constantly thinking about events or feelings that have had major impacts on our lives can prevent us from reaching our goals in life. To me reaching out for help to work through personal difficulties is one of the most important steps a person can take to begin to implement changes. I believe in the authenticity of the therapeutic relationship and how it is a source of strength for change.
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Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists
Who is DBT for?
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (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.