Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Crestone, CO
Marlys Hersey
Counselor, MA, LAC, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Crestone, CO 81131
I incorporate several counseling approaches into my therapeutic work, including Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Internal Family Systems, EMDR, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Emotionally-Focused Therapy with couples.
How would you like your life to be different? Let’s talk about your goals and dreams as well as your struggles, challenges, deepest concerns. Let’s collaborate on ways to help you move in the direction you want to go. I offer warm, compassionate support to facilitate more clarity, understanding, acceptance, and ease in moving through crises, change, and even the mundane. You seek healing, growth, understanding, and wellness; my job is to help create the conditions that will allow that growth to occur.
I incorporate several counseling approaches into my therapeutic work, including Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Internal Family Systems, EMDR, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Emotionally-Focused Therapy with couples.
How would you like your life to be different? Let’s talk about your goals and dreams as well as your struggles, challenges, deepest concerns. Let’s collaborate on ways to help you move in the direction you want to go. I offer warm, compassionate support to facilitate more clarity, understanding, acceptance, and ease in moving through crises, change, and even the mundane. You seek healing, growth, understanding, and wellness; my job is to help create the conditions that will allow that growth to occur.
Jennifer Hotchner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Crestone, CO 81131
My work specializes in trauma informed care and spiritually focused counseling. I am trained in EMDR and Somatic Experiencing. I have learned throughout the years that thorough healing comes not only from addressing our wounds and traumas but from a deep exploration of what we have decided about ourselves and our place in the world. I am highly valued as a compassionate, competent therapist who will provide understanding and skills that support moving through and coping with traumatic events/responses recent and past, and the spiritual evolution born out of traumatic wounds.
My work specializes in trauma informed care and spiritually focused counseling. I am trained in EMDR and Somatic Experiencing. I have learned throughout the years that thorough healing comes not only from addressing our wounds and traumas but from a deep exploration of what we have decided about ourselves and our place in the world. I am highly valued as a compassionate, competent therapist who will provide understanding and skills that support moving through and coping with traumatic events/responses recent and past, and the spiritual evolution born out of traumatic wounds.
Brian G Stricker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Crestone, CO 81131
Look at birds: they make great sky circles of their freedom. How do they learn to do that? They fall, and in falling, they are given wings. -Rumi ...In the course of being human, we all face losses and traumas of different degrees and in the process, find ourselves abandoning parts of ourselves in order to survive emotionally and interpersonally. Therapy is about reclaiming those parts and finding our way home to who we truly are.
Look at birds: they make great sky circles of their freedom. How do they learn to do that? They fall, and in falling, they are given wings. -Rumi ...In the course of being human, we all face losses and traumas of different degrees and in the process, find ourselves abandoning parts of ourselves in order to survive emotionally and interpersonally. Therapy is about reclaiming those parts and finding our way home to who we truly are.
Tom Midgley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LAC, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Crestone, CO 81131 (Online Only)
I bring experience and enthusiasm to my work with people struggling with substance abuse, addiction, depression, and anxiety. My emphasis is not only on the immediate needs of getting sober but the long-term process of learning to live life in a joyous and clear way. I utilize many techniques to achieve this, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), skill-building, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness based practices. A whole-person approach is incorporated utilizing resources such as nutrition, physical growth, and mindfulness-based modalities. My therapeutic style is both collaborative and supportive.
I bring experience and enthusiasm to my work with people struggling with substance abuse, addiction, depression, and anxiety. My emphasis is not only on the immediate needs of getting sober but the long-term process of learning to live life in a joyous and clear way. I utilize many techniques to achieve this, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), skill-building, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness based practices. A whole-person approach is incorporated utilizing resources such as nutrition, physical growth, and mindfulness-based modalities. My therapeutic style is both collaborative and supportive.
Online Therapists
Caring Conversations, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LAC
Verified Verified
Pueblo West, CO 81007 (Online Only)
Through caring conversations, I will support you with evidenced based treatment models such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy so you get control of your symptoms.
Lonely, depressed, anxious? So many people feel unseen and often struggle alone. This doesn't have to be the case. Let's work together. With over 10 years of experience in the behavioral health field, I am familiar with common struggles people face. Working together I can teach you how to manage and grow through what is holding back.
Through caring conversations, I will support you with evidenced based treatment models such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy so you get control of your symptoms.
Lonely, depressed, anxious? So many people feel unseen and often struggle alone. This doesn't have to be the case. Let's work together. With over 10 years of experience in the behavioral health field, I am familiar with common struggles people face. Working together I can teach you how to manage and grow through what is holding back.
Tiffany Nerguizian
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SRT, DBTC, CCTP, CFTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
My other specialties include EMDR, Dialectical Behavior therapy, Sexual Recovery therapy, Play Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral therapy.
Now offering limited in person sessions on Saturdays. Tiffany is a compassionate and dedicated provider with 14 years of experience. Tiffany has worked with adults, children, couples, and families through Art and Play therapies and is well experienced in trauma recovery modalities. If you are ready to accept help, call for a free consultation.
My other specialties include EMDR, Dialectical Behavior therapy, Sexual Recovery therapy, Play Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral therapy.
Now offering limited in person sessions on Saturdays. Tiffany is a compassionate and dedicated provider with 14 years of experience. Tiffany has worked with adults, children, couples, and families through Art and Play therapies and is well experienced in trauma recovery modalities. If you are ready to accept help, call for a free consultation.
Elinah Mapfumo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
My work is also influenced by training in neuroscience, mindfulness, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, and dialectical behavioral therapy.
I am a trauma-focused therapist who strongly believes that the negative cognitions we have about ourselves start with the trauma we have experienced in the past. I provide psychotherapy and EMDR therapy to those looking to resolve issues related to trauma, depression, anxiety, substance use, and emotional dysregulation. I believe for one to connect with others, one should connect with themselves internally. Through a healthy therapeutic alliance, I believe we can collaborate and work together to heal and gain coping strategies that will provide relief from symptoms of concern.
My work is also influenced by training in neuroscience, mindfulness, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, and dialectical behavioral therapy.
I am a trauma-focused therapist who strongly believes that the negative cognitions we have about ourselves start with the trauma we have experienced in the past. I provide psychotherapy and EMDR therapy to those looking to resolve issues related to trauma, depression, anxiety, substance use, and emotional dysregulation. I believe for one to connect with others, one should connect with themselves internally. Through a healthy therapeutic alliance, I believe we can collaborate and work together to heal and gain coping strategies that will provide relief from symptoms of concern.
Rene Larrabee
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
She utilizes multiple treatment approaches to help you work toward balance in your life including CBT, DBT, and existential therapy, all of which teach skills in mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.
Rene' Larrabee is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with more than 13 years of experience in the mental health field. She has experience working with children and families as well as individuals of all ages. Rene' specializes in helping people cope with symptoms of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and ADHD. Rene' completed her Master's degree in Art Therapy at Emporia State University in Kansas.
She utilizes multiple treatment approaches to help you work toward balance in your life including CBT, DBT, and existential therapy, all of which teach skills in mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.
Rene' Larrabee is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with more than 13 years of experience in the mental health field. She has experience working with children and families as well as individuals of all ages. Rene' specializes in helping people cope with symptoms of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and ADHD. Rene' completed her Master's degree in Art Therapy at Emporia State University in Kansas.
Gerald Sandeford
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
I offer compassionate support with EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness techniques, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and the HeartMath emWave as ways to lessen and eliminate distress.
As an experienced adult and adolescent therapist, I offer counseling for anxiety, depression, and traumatic stress. Beliefs and emotional responses learned from experience can limit us, affect our physical health and our relationships. The pandemic and its consequences have proven to be particularly challenging. It matters what we focus on, how we interpret it, and how we respond. Learn how to manage symptoms while they lessen or are eliminated. Visit my website springswellness.net to learn more, or call/text for a initial consultation. The mind and body are inclined to heal. Let yourself adapt and recover.
I offer compassionate support with EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness techniques, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and the HeartMath emWave as ways to lessen and eliminate distress.
As an experienced adult and adolescent therapist, I offer counseling for anxiety, depression, and traumatic stress. Beliefs and emotional responses learned from experience can limit us, affect our physical health and our relationships. The pandemic and its consequences have proven to be particularly challenging. It matters what we focus on, how we interpret it, and how we respond. Learn how to manage symptoms while they lessen or are eliminated. Visit my website springswellness.net to learn more, or call/text for a initial consultation. The mind and body are inclined to heal. Let yourself adapt and recover.
Blessing Fitzgerald
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80924 (Online Only)
I am trained in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR),Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS), and certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to treat personality disorders, self harm, suicidal behaviors, depression, and trauma.
During the past decade that I have practiced as a psychotherapist, I have focused on providing support to late teens to adults struggling with depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, self-harm, trauma, and overall life changes. I help my clients feel confident in themselves and develop self awareness and walk with them as they journey through life's challenges. Over the years, I have worked with people from all works of life, culture, and background including Africans and the BIPOC community. My therapeutic approach is collaboration focused on self-efficacy
I am trained in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR),Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS), and certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to treat personality disorders, self harm, suicidal behaviors, depression, and trauma.
During the past decade that I have practiced as a psychotherapist, I have focused on providing support to late teens to adults struggling with depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, self-harm, trauma, and overall life changes. I help my clients feel confident in themselves and develop self awareness and walk with them as they journey through life's challenges. Over the years, I have worked with people from all works of life, culture, and background including Africans and the BIPOC community. My therapeutic approach is collaboration focused on self-efficacy
Connections Trauma Consulting & Psychotherapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
I provide Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Family Systems Therapy, Couples Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention (E/RP), Interpersonal Psychodynamic Therapy, and Mindfulness Based CBT.
I have specialized in the treatment of trauma related problems and associated anxiety, anxiety disorders (panic, OCD, general anxiety), behavioral issues, and depression. I believe all people come equipped with the strength and internal resources necessary to heal. We are more than the pain that afflicts us or the symptoms that make our lives difficult. Helping those afflicted by trauma, anxiety, and depression is my passion. My goal is to aid in finding life's balance, to help others regain a sense of hope, and return from the past to find fulfillment in their present.
I provide Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Family Systems Therapy, Couples Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention (E/RP), Interpersonal Psychodynamic Therapy, and Mindfulness Based CBT.
I have specialized in the treatment of trauma related problems and associated anxiety, anxiety disorders (panic, OCD, general anxiety), behavioral issues, and depression. I believe all people come equipped with the strength and internal resources necessary to heal. We are more than the pain that afflicts us or the symptoms that make our lives difficult. Helping those afflicted by trauma, anxiety, and depression is my passion. My goal is to aid in finding life's balance, to help others regain a sense of hope, and return from the past to find fulfillment in their present.
Sharon Bolin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, or feeling stuck or conflicted? Perhaps you are dealing with a difficult life transition, relationship challenges, or trying to heal from traumatic experiences. It can be so difficult to navigate these experiences alone. Together we work to understand you, your experiences and concerns, and your ways of relating to your world, using a psychodynamic therapy approach. Based on your unique needs, wishes, and goals for therapy, we may also integrate somatic skills, dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy, or self-compassion skills into your treatment.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, or feeling stuck or conflicted? Perhaps you are dealing with a difficult life transition, relationship challenges, or trying to heal from traumatic experiences. It can be so difficult to navigate these experiences alone. Together we work to understand you, your experiences and concerns, and your ways of relating to your world, using a psychodynamic therapy approach. Based on your unique needs, wishes, and goals for therapy, we may also integrate somatic skills, dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy, or self-compassion skills into your treatment.
Colleen Rodriguez
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
I utilize several modalities including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
The desire I have for my clients is for them to thrive instead of just surviving. Starting a counseling journey is a courageous and important step towards thriving. My goal is to walk along side my clients inside a safe, trusting, and collaborative relationship. I have an integrative approach to therapy which is focused on what my client needs in order to come to a long-term place of healing. In this counseling space, you have the opportunity to process past trauma, deal with anxiety, combat depression, and handle life's day to day struggles. The space I create is accepting and void of judgement.
I utilize several modalities including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
The desire I have for my clients is for them to thrive instead of just surviving. Starting a counseling journey is a courageous and important step towards thriving. My goal is to walk along side my clients inside a safe, trusting, and collaborative relationship. I have an integrative approach to therapy which is focused on what my client needs in order to come to a long-term place of healing. In this counseling space, you have the opportunity to process past trauma, deal with anxiety, combat depression, and handle life's day to day struggles. The space I create is accepting and void of judgement.
Alex Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, ADS, CSTS
Verified Verified
Pueblo, CO 81008 (Online Only)
I specialize in skills based therapy, specifically dialectical behavioral therapy and am a shame certified therapist.
Serving Tennessee and Colorado virtually. Do you feel like you are drowning in emotions and can’t catch your breath? Do you struggle feeling heard? Do you feel unsupported from other people? Are you overwhelmed with daily activities or lack motivation? Do you struggle with shame? Have you been diagnosed or suspect you have anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, grief, or relationship issues? These challenges are more common than ever. Most individuals put off help, and like cancer the situation can worsen. To improve, it can seem overwhelming. You are not alone.
I specialize in skills based therapy, specifically dialectical behavioral therapy and am a shame certified therapist.
Serving Tennessee and Colorado virtually. Do you feel like you are drowning in emotions and can’t catch your breath? Do you struggle feeling heard? Do you feel unsupported from other people? Are you overwhelmed with daily activities or lack motivation? Do you struggle with shame? Have you been diagnosed or suspect you have anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, grief, or relationship issues? These challenges are more common than ever. Most individuals put off help, and like cancer the situation can worsen. To improve, it can seem overwhelming. You are not alone.
Social Worker & Dog, Ltd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80924 (Online Only)
Drawing on extensive training in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and somatic work, we provides clients with personalized support tailored to their unique needs and goals.
Welcome to Social Worker & Dog, where healing begins with understanding. Our practice is dedicated to providing compassionate and effective support for individuals navigating the complexities of trauma and mental health challenges. With a deep understanding of trauma-informed care, we create a safe and empathetic environment where clients can explore their experiences and find the strength to move forward. Our interventions are rooted in evidence-based strategies, empowering clients to reclaim control over their lives and embark on a journey toward resilience.
Drawing on extensive training in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and somatic work, we provides clients with personalized support tailored to their unique needs and goals.
Welcome to Social Worker & Dog, where healing begins with understanding. Our practice is dedicated to providing compassionate and effective support for individuals navigating the complexities of trauma and mental health challenges. With a deep understanding of trauma-informed care, we create a safe and empathetic environment where clients can explore their experiences and find the strength to move forward. Our interventions are rooted in evidence-based strategies, empowering clients to reclaim control over their lives and embark on a journey toward resilience.
Lacey Wilkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
I rely on scientific, evidence-based practices to facilitate important insights and cultivate deeper awareness of the problems you're seeking to resolve, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy, EMDR, and Family Systems Theory.
Hi, how is the therapist search going? It's not always easy to know who to choose. Breathe, and trust your instincts. I'm an LGBTQ+ allied therapist with specialized training in the treatment of Anxiety, Depression, Adult ADHD, Autism, Complex Trauma, Religious Trauma, and PTSD. I value a creative, collaborative approach to wellness that honors individuation, authenticity, and autonomy. My highest priority as a therapist is helping my clients gain the insight, awareness, self-compassion, and skills necessary to effectively manage mental and emotional pain and turn it to a place of emotional and mental mastery.
I rely on scientific, evidence-based practices to facilitate important insights and cultivate deeper awareness of the problems you're seeking to resolve, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy, EMDR, and Family Systems Theory.
Hi, how is the therapist search going? It's not always easy to know who to choose. Breathe, and trust your instincts. I'm an LGBTQ+ allied therapist with specialized training in the treatment of Anxiety, Depression, Adult ADHD, Autism, Complex Trauma, Religious Trauma, and PTSD. I value a creative, collaborative approach to wellness that honors individuation, authenticity, and autonomy. My highest priority as a therapist is helping my clients gain the insight, awareness, self-compassion, and skills necessary to effectively manage mental and emotional pain and turn it to a place of emotional and mental mastery.
Josue Manuel Quiroga
Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
I have experience working with clients through utilizing approaches like: existentialism, , cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, experiential, trauma focused-cognitive behavioral therapy and EMDR.
Life isn’t simple, nor is it straight forward. Although, with professional guidance I believe I can assist you and your loved ones through the current emotional pain and stress that may be hindering your ability to live a life-enhancing lifestyle. By establishing a healthy collaborative therapeutic relationship with my clients and their families, I believe that together we can create positive outcomes throughout your healing journey. I provide a safe, non-judgmental, non-biased, and genuine environment that will allow us to work towards a better future.
I have experience working with clients through utilizing approaches like: existentialism, , cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, experiential, trauma focused-cognitive behavioral therapy and EMDR.
Life isn’t simple, nor is it straight forward. Although, with professional guidance I believe I can assist you and your loved ones through the current emotional pain and stress that may be hindering your ability to live a life-enhancing lifestyle. By establishing a healthy collaborative therapeutic relationship with my clients and their families, I believe that together we can create positive outcomes throughout your healing journey. I provide a safe, non-judgmental, non-biased, and genuine environment that will allow us to work towards a better future.
Tamara S Latham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
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I also utilize CBT, DBT, and Logotherapy.
Are you going through a major life shift or transition? This could be anything to include a new medical diagnosis, chronic health condition, smoking cessation, weight loss surgery, and/or LGBTQ issues. If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, isolation, or fear of the unknown, I teach people how to assert and advocate for themselves. As you confront the issues that are holding you back I will support you and teach you important skills to enable you to take back your life. I believe in providing the tools you will need to become your own advocate.
I also utilize CBT, DBT, and Logotherapy.
Are you going through a major life shift or transition? This could be anything to include a new medical diagnosis, chronic health condition, smoking cessation, weight loss surgery, and/or LGBTQ issues. If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, isolation, or fear of the unknown, I teach people how to assert and advocate for themselves. As you confront the issues that are holding you back I will support you and teach you important skills to enable you to take back your life. I believe in providing the tools you will need to become your own advocate.
Jamie Soucie
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Canon City, CO 81212
I work to create a safe space for clients to discuss, process and experience emotions that may be uncomfortable. My goal is to develop a rapport that allows clients to make personal changes with support. It is essential that clients feel empowered to choose treatment interventions and develop a lifestyle that supports management of illness and/or symptoms. I want clients to improve the quality of their lives and relationships as a result of working through therapeutic processes, which can include trauma work, cognitive restructuring, dialectical behavior skills and emotional regulation.
I work to create a safe space for clients to discuss, process and experience emotions that may be uncomfortable. My goal is to develop a rapport that allows clients to make personal changes with support. It is essential that clients feel empowered to choose treatment interventions and develop a lifestyle that supports management of illness and/or symptoms. I want clients to improve the quality of their lives and relationships as a result of working through therapeutic processes, which can include trauma work, cognitive restructuring, dialectical behavior skills and emotional regulation.
Amanda Rohrs Montes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80918 (Online Only)
I have training in evidenced based approaches such as DBT, ACT, ERP, and WET which I bring to sessions as needed.
Many people seek therapy at a time of change or transition, when dealing with increased stress, loss, or for reasons they may not quite have a name for just yet. In today's world, a typical day might bring on any combination of these concerns and I strongly believe in the value of therapy in navigating day to day life. Whatever brings you here, it is valid and I look forward to learning more about your experience. My approach to therapy is to offer a safe space to share, to process, to get feedback, to set goals, to offer healing, and increase skills to navigate our daily experience most effectively.
I have training in evidenced based approaches such as DBT, ACT, ERP, and WET which I bring to sessions as needed.
Many people seek therapy at a time of change or transition, when dealing with increased stress, loss, or for reasons they may not quite have a name for just yet. In today's world, a typical day might bring on any combination of these concerns and I strongly believe in the value of therapy in navigating day to day life. Whatever brings you here, it is valid and I look forward to learning more about your experience. My approach to therapy is to offer a safe space to share, to process, to get feedback, to set goals, to offer healing, and increase skills to navigate our daily experience most effectively.
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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.