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Helena Fotopoulos
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85748  (Online Only)
I incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Behavior Modification, Narrative, Crisis Intervention and Mental Health First Aid into my work with clients dependent on their personal needs.
I am a Licensed Professional CBT Therapist licensed in New Jersey, Arizona and Florida available to help you achieve the life you hope for. Through my empathic, direct and experienced clinical skills I can work with you on managing anxiety, depression, trauma, self esteem, confidence and life transitions. I provide a safe and therapeutic setting for emotional, social and familial growth to motivate you or your family members be successful in life.
I incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Behavior Modification, Narrative, Crisis Intervention and Mental Health First Aid into my work with clients dependent on their personal needs.
I am a Licensed Professional CBT Therapist licensed in New Jersey, Arizona and Florida available to help you achieve the life you hope for. Through my empathic, direct and experienced clinical skills I can work with you on managing anxiety, depression, trauma, self esteem, confidence and life transitions. I provide a safe and therapeutic setting for emotional, social and familial growth to motivate you or your family members be successful in life.
(520) 277-2322 View (520) 277-2322
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Paula Hewitt
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85701  (Online Only)
Therapeutic approaches used: person-centered, humanistic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques, dialectical behavioral therapy techniques, and family systems therapy.
Compassionate and dedicated Licensed Associate Counselor who is committed to providing empathetic support and guidance to individuals seeking mental and emotional well-being. Skilled in active listening, evidenced-based therapeutic techniques, and fostering a safe environment for personal growth. My therapeutic approach is a person-centered/humanistic approach. My belief is that therapists should work collaboratively with clients, respecting their autonomy, and involving them in the therapeutic process as we are a team.
Therapeutic approaches used: person-centered, humanistic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques, dialectical behavioral therapy techniques, and family systems therapy.
Compassionate and dedicated Licensed Associate Counselor who is committed to providing empathetic support and guidance to individuals seeking mental and emotional well-being. Skilled in active listening, evidenced-based therapeutic techniques, and fostering a safe environment for personal growth. My therapeutic approach is a person-centered/humanistic approach. My belief is that therapists should work collaboratively with clients, respecting their autonomy, and involving them in the therapeutic process as we are a team.
(520) 523-4536 View (520) 523-4536
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Susan Hayes
Counselor, MA, MFA, LPC
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85730  (Online Only)
Learning from remarkable teachers and healers along the way, I have evolved a practice based on empathy and creativity. Intensively trained in EMDR and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma and dysfunctional family of origin patterns. Having traveled the path of the Wounded Healer, I fully believe that we can all heal. I would love to support your path to health. I am accepting new clients. (Sorry, I am not able to accept clients involved in legal matters that would require my assistance.) Please contact me by email or voicemail. Texts don't come through this system.
Learning from remarkable teachers and healers along the way, I have evolved a practice based on empathy and creativity. Intensively trained in EMDR and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma and dysfunctional family of origin patterns. Having traveled the path of the Wounded Healer, I fully believe that we can all heal. I would love to support your path to health. I am accepting new clients. (Sorry, I am not able to accept clients involved in legal matters that would require my assistance.) Please contact me by email or voicemail. Texts don't come through this system.
(520) 447-1696 View (520) 447-1696
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Claudia Hannum
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LISAC
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85712
Bilingual in English and Spanish, I help break generational patterns with CBT, DBT, and MI.
As a Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor (LISAC), my clients may be struggling with generational patterns of substance abuse and seeking new coping mechanisms. They desire to break free from this cycle, addressing underlying mental health issues like depression, anxiety, or PTSD. They want to build healthier relationships, improve communication, and establish strong boundaries. They seek support to navigate their journey with empathy and understanding, aiming for self-awareness, healing, and a sense of empowerment.
Bilingual in English and Spanish, I help break generational patterns with CBT, DBT, and MI.
As a Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor (LISAC), my clients may be struggling with generational patterns of substance abuse and seeking new coping mechanisms. They desire to break free from this cycle, addressing underlying mental health issues like depression, anxiety, or PTSD. They want to build healthier relationships, improve communication, and establish strong boundaries. They seek support to navigate their journey with empathy and understanding, aiming for self-awareness, healing, and a sense of empowerment.
(520) 523-4087 View (520) 523-4087
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Monica Neal
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85712  (Online Only)
I collaborate with my clients using my training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), as well as mindfulness to promote insight and regulation.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Certified Personality Disorder Treatment Provider (C-PD), as well as a Certified Mood Disorder Professional (CMDP). I work with individuals ages 14 and older, and I specialize in woman's issues, life transitions, a s well as working with individuals who are diagnosed with ADHD, anxiety, personality disorders, mood disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression (as well as treatment resistant depression), suicidal and self-harming behaviors. I'm committed to helping individuals learn how to start, or get back to, living a productive life.
I collaborate with my clients using my training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), as well as mindfulness to promote insight and regulation.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Certified Personality Disorder Treatment Provider (C-PD), as well as a Certified Mood Disorder Professional (CMDP). I work with individuals ages 14 and older, and I specialize in woman's issues, life transitions, a s well as working with individuals who are diagnosed with ADHD, anxiety, personality disorders, mood disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression (as well as treatment resistant depression), suicidal and self-harming behaviors. I'm committed to helping individuals learn how to start, or get back to, living a productive life.
(520) 412-7308 x1 View (520) 412-7308 x1
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Roxanna Gonzalez @ Entune Behavioral Health
Counselor, LISAC, LAC
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85715
Fluent in English and Spanish, I offer culturally sensitive therapy using CBT, DBT, and SFBT.
My ideal client faces challenges with substance use disorder, anxiety, and trauma. They seek a culturally sensitive therapist who speaks their language fluently. They aspire to break free from addiction's grasp, manage anxiety and depression, and heal from past traumas. Their goal is to develop coping skills, regain control, and find purpose. They crave guidance, empathy, and practical strategies for recovery and emotional well-being.
Fluent in English and Spanish, I offer culturally sensitive therapy using CBT, DBT, and SFBT.
My ideal client faces challenges with substance use disorder, anxiety, and trauma. They seek a culturally sensitive therapist who speaks their language fluently. They aspire to break free from addiction's grasp, manage anxiety and depression, and heal from past traumas. Their goal is to develop coping skills, regain control, and find purpose. They crave guidance, empathy, and practical strategies for recovery and emotional well-being.
(520) 636-0301 View (520) 636-0301
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Kathleen Young
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tucson, AZ 85716  (Online Only)
Do you feel overwhelmed? Stuck? Are you struggling with unresolved past pain? Healing is possible. I can help. My career focus has been on treating trauma and its aftermath. I have training and experience with many trauma treatment approaches ( PE, CPT, EMDR, DBT) which I apply in the context of a psychodynamic and relational approach to therapy. You have the right to seek a therapist who is a good fit!
Do you feel overwhelmed? Stuck? Are you struggling with unresolved past pain? Healing is possible. I can help. My career focus has been on treating trauma and its aftermath. I have training and experience with many trauma treatment approaches ( PE, CPT, EMDR, DBT) which I apply in the context of a psychodynamic and relational approach to therapy. You have the right to seek a therapist who is a good fit!
(520) 346-0915 View (520) 346-0915
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HeartShift Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Tucson, AZ 85718
Their skills/certifications include: DBT, CBT, Brief and Focused Solution Therapy, EMDR, Mindfulness, Anger Management.
Deep down you are truly a bright light, talented, gifted and loving. But that's not how you feel inside. You have doubts, judgements and just plain don't know where you fit in the world. And that stops you from living and loving in life. We know how you feel and if you are ready, at all, to start letting what stops you go, we are here to walk that road with you. Whether it's a relationship struggle, or battles with anxiety, loss, depression, life transition/direction, family issues, self-esteem....our brilliant Clinicians have 15-30 years of experience and a toolbox full of the best ways to break through it all!
Their skills/certifications include: DBT, CBT, Brief and Focused Solution Therapy, EMDR, Mindfulness, Anger Management.
Deep down you are truly a bright light, talented, gifted and loving. But that's not how you feel inside. You have doubts, judgements and just plain don't know where you fit in the world. And that stops you from living and loving in life. We know how you feel and if you are ready, at all, to start letting what stops you go, we are here to walk that road with you. Whether it's a relationship struggle, or battles with anxiety, loss, depression, life transition/direction, family issues, self-esteem....our brilliant Clinicians have 15-30 years of experience and a toolbox full of the best ways to break through it all!
(520) 389-6223 View (520) 389-6223
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Jamie Overstreet
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85710
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize and have advanced training in both EMDR and DBT modalities.
My goal as a clinician is to help individuals access their inner wisdom to create a meaningful life. Change is an active process, and my aim as a therapist is to assist you in figuring out what tools are needed to reclaim your inner peace. My role is to help you with the “what” and “how” questions of reaching goals, while also honoring and addressing the “why” questions. EMDR is designed to help resolve past issues that are causing problems in the present. DBT coping skills can help to support the new present moment and learn skills that are more helpful to support the uncovered self.
I specialize and have advanced training in both EMDR and DBT modalities.
My goal as a clinician is to help individuals access their inner wisdom to create a meaningful life. Change is an active process, and my aim as a therapist is to assist you in figuring out what tools are needed to reclaim your inner peace. My role is to help you with the “what” and “how” questions of reaching goals, while also honoring and addressing the “why” questions. EMDR is designed to help resolve past issues that are causing problems in the present. DBT coping skills can help to support the new present moment and learn skills that are more helpful to support the uncovered self.
(520) 376-1714 View (520) 376-1714
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Rahul Sivaprasad
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85712  (Online Only)
A native of Portsmouth, New Hampshire I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in New Hampshire and Arizona. I am a Clinical Fellow with the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy and serve on the Board of the Greengard Center for Autism in Portsmouth, NH. I had extensive training in dialectical-behavioral and cognitive behavioral therapies. I also employ solution-focused therapy as well as strategic brief therapy. With couples, I utilize Emotionally Focused Therapy which helps clients reconnect with their partners. Specialties include: -Trauma -Internet Pornography addiction -Mood disorders -Crisis Management -Parenting -Meditation/mindfulness training
A native of Portsmouth, New Hampshire I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in New Hampshire and Arizona. I am a Clinical Fellow with the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy and serve on the Board of the Greengard Center for Autism in Portsmouth, NH. I had extensive training in dialectical-behavioral and cognitive behavioral therapies. I also employ solution-focused therapy as well as strategic brief therapy. With couples, I utilize Emotionally Focused Therapy which helps clients reconnect with their partners. Specialties include: -Trauma -Internet Pornography addiction -Mood disorders -Crisis Management -Parenting -Meditation/mindfulness training
(520) 214-4073 x1 View (520) 214-4073 x1
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Marjorie Stricklin @ Entune Behavioral Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85712
I provide personalized therapy, tailoring treatment to your needs with modalities like ACT, CBT, and DBT.
My ideal client seeks understanding and support in navigating complex emotions and experiences. They may grapple with anxiety, depression, trauma, or substance use, longing for relief and growth. They crave a safe space to express themselves authentically, free from judgment. Their goal is to cultivate resilience, reclaim joy, and forge a path towards inner peace and fulfillment. With personalized therapy rooted in compassion and evidence-based modalities, they strive to uncover their inherent strengths and rediscover hope on their journey towards healing.
I provide personalized therapy, tailoring treatment to your needs with modalities like ACT, CBT, and DBT.
My ideal client seeks understanding and support in navigating complex emotions and experiences. They may grapple with anxiety, depression, trauma, or substance use, longing for relief and growth. They crave a safe space to express themselves authentically, free from judgment. Their goal is to cultivate resilience, reclaim joy, and forge a path towards inner peace and fulfillment. With personalized therapy rooted in compassion and evidence-based modalities, they strive to uncover their inherent strengths and rediscover hope on their journey towards healing.
(520) 376-1701 View (520) 376-1701
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Francis Fountain
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85712
I have certifications in Trauma and Grief and Bereavement, and specialize in these areas, along with substance abuse, addictions, and mood and personality disorders. I use an integrated approach to therapy by using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Structural Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I have certifications in Trauma and Grief and Bereavement, and specialize in these areas, along with substance abuse, addictions, and mood and personality disorders. I use an integrated approach to therapy by using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Structural Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
(520) 595-4843 View (520) 595-4843
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Stacey Stocks @ Entune Behavioral Health
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85712  (Online Only)
As a C-DBT and trained in EMDR, I offer a strength-based, person-centered approach to therapy, fostering strong, therapeutic relationships.
My clients seek support for issues like Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, and Substance Use. They desire relief from distress, healthier coping mechanisms, and improved relationships. I provide a safe, judgment-free space and practical tools to navigate their struggles. Together, we work towards healing, growth, and a greater sense of wellbeing.
As a C-DBT and trained in EMDR, I offer a strength-based, person-centered approach to therapy, fostering strong, therapeutic relationships.
My clients seek support for issues like Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, and Substance Use. They desire relief from distress, healthier coping mechanisms, and improved relationships. I provide a safe, judgment-free space and practical tools to navigate their struggles. Together, we work towards healing, growth, and a greater sense of wellbeing.
(520) 436-1563 View (520) 436-1563
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Dayne DiSesa @ Entune Behavioral Health
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85715
Using CBT and DBT, I help clients connect with their inner selves, regulate emotions, and tap into their strengths for lasting change.
My name is Dayne, and my clients seek support in navigating depression, self-esteem issues, or challenges related to personal identity. They crave a safe space to explore their emotions, learn coping skills, and build resilience. They desire to connect with their inner selves, tap into their strengths, and improve their overall well-being. Their goal is to find inner peace, acceptance, and a sense of empowerment in embracing their authentic selves and living authentically. They seek guidance and validation in their journey towards self-discovery and personal growth.
Using CBT and DBT, I help clients connect with their inner selves, regulate emotions, and tap into their strengths for lasting change.
My name is Dayne, and my clients seek support in navigating depression, self-esteem issues, or challenges related to personal identity. They crave a safe space to explore their emotions, learn coping skills, and build resilience. They desire to connect with their inner selves, tap into their strengths, and improve their overall well-being. Their goal is to find inner peace, acceptance, and a sense of empowerment in embracing their authentic selves and living authentically. They seek guidance and validation in their journey towards self-discovery and personal growth.
(520) 412-2033 View (520) 412-2033
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Lisa Jacqui Placencio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85712
Jacqui has experience in a variety of treatment modalities including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Critical Incident Stress Management and Debriefing, and Substance and Relapse Prevention.
Jacqui's professional background includes outpatient mental health, mobile crisis services, the VA Healthcare system nursing home program, community prevention and diversion services. She has worked with a wide range of individuals diagnosed with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, substance use and personality disorders.
Jacqui has experience in a variety of treatment modalities including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Critical Incident Stress Management and Debriefing, and Substance and Relapse Prevention.
Jacqui's professional background includes outpatient mental health, mobile crisis services, the VA Healthcare system nursing home program, community prevention and diversion services. She has worked with a wide range of individuals diagnosed with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, substance use and personality disorders.
(520) 492-1068 View (520) 492-1068
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Bianca Aguilar @ Entune Behavioral Health
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85715
I specialize in tailoring therapy to your unique needs, drawing from modalities like CBT, DBT, and SFBT.
My name is Bianca and I am an LPC and the Site Director at Entune's Tanque Verde office. My ideal client is someone seeking genuine healing and growth. They might struggle with trauma, substance use, or mood disorders like bipolar disorder. They're courageous individuals, perhaps veterans or first responders, who've faced intense challenges. They yearn for relief from their pain, a sense of control, and the ability to live authentically. They want to understand themselves better, navigate life's complexities, and cultivate resilience. Their goal is not just survival, but to thrive, reclaiming joy and purpose.
I specialize in tailoring therapy to your unique needs, drawing from modalities like CBT, DBT, and SFBT.
My name is Bianca and I am an LPC and the Site Director at Entune's Tanque Verde office. My ideal client is someone seeking genuine healing and growth. They might struggle with trauma, substance use, or mood disorders like bipolar disorder. They're courageous individuals, perhaps veterans or first responders, who've faced intense challenges. They yearn for relief from their pain, a sense of control, and the ability to live authentically. They want to understand themselves better, navigate life's complexities, and cultivate resilience. Their goal is not just survival, but to thrive, reclaiming joy and purpose.
(520) 412-2835 View (520) 412-2835
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Sequoia Springs Trauma Healing Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85715
Waitlist for new clients
Sequoia Springs Trauma Healing Center is here to help by providing therapy services to individuals, couples and families as they find their path into healing and recovery. We specialize in the treatment of trauma and work with people who would like to improve their sense of connection, communication, empowerment and healing in the challenges that create stress, conflict, isolation, and addiction. Together we can work to challenge defenses and patterns that create disconnect, dissatisfaction, and overall unhappiness - at school, work, relationships, home or in yourself.
Sequoia Springs Trauma Healing Center is here to help by providing therapy services to individuals, couples and families as they find their path into healing and recovery. We specialize in the treatment of trauma and work with people who would like to improve their sense of connection, communication, empowerment and healing in the challenges that create stress, conflict, isolation, and addiction. Together we can work to challenge defenses and patterns that create disconnect, dissatisfaction, and overall unhappiness - at school, work, relationships, home or in yourself.
(520) 447-4164 View (520) 447-4164
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Entune Behavioral Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW, LMFT, LISAC, LPC
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85712
Entune Behavioral Health is a team of licensed therapists that provide individual, couples, and family therapy to clients ages 18 and up. Our therapists address a myriad of conditions, including generalized anxiety, depression, trauma, marital counseling, substance use and abuse, major life transitions and serious mental illness. Entune Behavioral Health's therapists are specially trained in CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) therapy for trauma, MI (motivational interviewing), and SFBT (solution-focused brief therapy.
Entune Behavioral Health is a team of licensed therapists that provide individual, couples, and family therapy to clients ages 18 and up. Our therapists address a myriad of conditions, including generalized anxiety, depression, trauma, marital counseling, substance use and abuse, major life transitions and serious mental illness. Entune Behavioral Health's therapists are specially trained in CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) therapy for trauma, MI (motivational interviewing), and SFBT (solution-focused brief therapy.
(520) 492-0300 View (520) 492-0300
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Jenna Fash
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85701  (Online Only)
Fash Counseling is now offering Virtual Therapy to Arizona residents! I am passionate and dedicated in my role of walking alongside my clients in their journey towards growth. I view therapy as a collaborative process. This allows each person to identify and develop their own path in achieving their goals. I work to create a safe and empathic environment while building trust with my clients. I believe that each client brings their own, unique story to therapy and therefore my approach is tailored to meet each person's personality and goals.
Fash Counseling is now offering Virtual Therapy to Arizona residents! I am passionate and dedicated in my role of walking alongside my clients in their journey towards growth. I view therapy as a collaborative process. This allows each person to identify and develop their own path in achieving their goals. I work to create a safe and empathic environment while building trust with my clients. I believe that each client brings their own, unique story to therapy and therefore my approach is tailored to meet each person's personality and goals.
(520) 636-8776 View (520) 636-8776
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Kristi Mobray
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85701  (Online Only)
I believe counseling is a client centered tool. It's a method of knowledge and empowerment to assist those in need of finding their light, voice and direction to reach their future goals. A path for clients to find understanding within their own competencies, strengths and abilities and way to view additional or alternative perspectives. As a counselor I must also be self-aware, genuine and have the ability to accept others as they are. I strive to foster a safe, welcoming, and non-judgmental atmosphere where individuals from all walks of life can gain the ability to grow, learn and incorporate positive change.
I believe counseling is a client centered tool. It's a method of knowledge and empowerment to assist those in need of finding their light, voice and direction to reach their future goals. A path for clients to find understanding within their own competencies, strengths and abilities and way to view additional or alternative perspectives. As a counselor I must also be self-aware, genuine and have the ability to accept others as they are. I strive to foster a safe, welcoming, and non-judgmental atmosphere where individuals from all walks of life can gain the ability to grow, learn and incorporate positive change.
(520) 523-4241 View (520) 523-4241

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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.