Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Rexford, NY

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Nanette J Eddy
Counselor, MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
Rexford, NY 12148
Hello! I'm currently accepting adult clients! I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor focused on YOU! Whether you are suffering from anxiety, depression, stressors, loss, or a combination of life issues, seeking support is a healthy choice. I offer you a calm, trauma informed and integrated style, considering attachment and internal family systems . Wherever you are at, now is a good time to prioritize your health. Take a breath, life is messy, but I'm here to listen, not judge. Every person has a story; YOU can write the next chapter!
Hello! I'm currently accepting adult clients! I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor focused on YOU! Whether you are suffering from anxiety, depression, stressors, loss, or a combination of life issues, seeking support is a healthy choice. I offer you a calm, trauma informed and integrated style, considering attachment and internal family systems . Wherever you are at, now is a good time to prioritize your health. Take a breath, life is messy, but I'm here to listen, not judge. Every person has a story; YOU can write the next chapter!
(518) 791-4491 View (518) 791-4491
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Monika Ostrowidzki
Counselor, MS, LMHC, CIMHP
Verified Verified
Rexford, NY 12148
Not accepting new clients
If you're often overwhelmed by emotions, use shopping, work, or drugs to cope, and find it hard to connect or often experience pain in relationships, know you are not alone. My professional focus is on aiding individuals grappling with anxiety, isolation, depression, or trauma. Through an empathy-driven, holistic and personalized approach, we'll work together to not only manage these responses to deeper pain; but to heal at the root and foster enduring emotional health.
If you're often overwhelmed by emotions, use shopping, work, or drugs to cope, and find it hard to connect or often experience pain in relationships, know you are not alone. My professional focus is on aiding individuals grappling with anxiety, isolation, depression, or trauma. Through an empathy-driven, holistic and personalized approach, we'll work together to not only manage these responses to deeper pain; but to heal at the root and foster enduring emotional health.
(518) 430-5694 View (518) 430-5694

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Meg Grandy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Albany, NY 12205
I utilize several approaches like ACT, DBT, and person-centered therapy to provide you the services unique to your needs, as everyone's different.
I am a COVID cautious clinician. Therapy and reaching out for support is hard, especially being a part of the LGBTQ+ community because of the marginalization and oppression experienced when seeking this support. I am actively working to change that narrative and provide a space where you can be 100% authentically yourself without fear or judgment. YOU are the leader in your mental health journey and you deserve to feel that way. Unpacking trauma, learning to communicate, and setting boundaries are things that I enjoy working with people on, though there are many other things.
I utilize several approaches like ACT, DBT, and person-centered therapy to provide you the services unique to your needs, as everyone's different.
I am a COVID cautious clinician. Therapy and reaching out for support is hard, especially being a part of the LGBTQ+ community because of the marginalization and oppression experienced when seeking this support. I am actively working to change that narrative and provide a space where you can be 100% authentically yourself without fear or judgment. YOU are the leader in your mental health journey and you deserve to feel that way. Unpacking trauma, learning to communicate, and setting boundaries are things that I enjoy working with people on, though there are many other things.
(518) 896-8097 View (518) 896-8097
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The Practice of Amanda Keller, LCSW, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Clifton Park, NY 12065  (Online Only)
Amanda uses a wide variety of therapeutic interventions, including cognitive behavioral, dialectical, brainspotting, motivational interviewing and solution focused approaches.
Amanda received her Bachelor’s degree from the University at Albany in Psychology and her Master’s degree from Adelphi University in Social Work. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience in working with adults and children with developmental disabilities and adults with mental illness. Amanda was the clinical director of a large outpatient mental health clinic, where she was responsible for the direct oversight of all clinical services, as well as the supervision of the clinical staff and student interns.
Amanda uses a wide variety of therapeutic interventions, including cognitive behavioral, dialectical, brainspotting, motivational interviewing and solution focused approaches.
Amanda received her Bachelor’s degree from the University at Albany in Psychology and her Master’s degree from Adelphi University in Social Work. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience in working with adults and children with developmental disabilities and adults with mental illness. Amanda was the clinical director of a large outpatient mental health clinic, where she was responsible for the direct oversight of all clinical services, as well as the supervision of the clinical staff and student interns.
(518) 840-0996 View (518) 840-0996
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Danisha Burnett-Bonner
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC-S, LMHC, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Clifton Park, NY 12065
Waitlist for new clients
My primary therapeutic approach focuses on Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Behavioral Therapy.
Are you struggling with life transitions, or you may be having a difficulty with discovering your purpose or fulfillment. Perhaps you feel out of balance, overwhelmed with difficult emotions. Have you experienced trauma and loss? However you have come to be here, it's my honor to be a part of your journey. When we feel lost and alone, having someone to support us can make all difference and is the foundation of therapy.
My primary therapeutic approach focuses on Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Behavioral Therapy.
Are you struggling with life transitions, or you may be having a difficulty with discovering your purpose or fulfillment. Perhaps you feel out of balance, overwhelmed with difficult emotions. Have you experienced trauma and loss? However you have come to be here, it's my honor to be a part of your journey. When we feel lost and alone, having someone to support us can make all difference and is the foundation of therapy.
(513) 216-8029 View (513) 216-8029
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Maygin Rittinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Schenectady, NY 12304  (Online Only)
I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness.
Have you ever found yourself consumed by unproductive, negative thoughts and emotions that interrupt you from living your life in the present? The discomfort you may be experiencing has the capacity to heal and I am here to connect with you on that journey. I assist clients with identifying goals that matter to them.
I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness.
Have you ever found yourself consumed by unproductive, negative thoughts and emotions that interrupt you from living your life in the present? The discomfort you may be experiencing has the capacity to heal and I am here to connect with you on that journey. I assist clients with identifying goals that matter to them.
(518) 318-9529 View (518) 318-9529
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Laura Krenn
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clifton Park, NY 12065  (Online Only)
I work from a client centered approach incorporating techniques from multiple therapeutic modalities such as: CBT/DBT (change my thoughts to change behaviors), ACT (acceptance), existential-humanistic (focus on lived events), social-constructive (we are a result of the environment).
I am often described as a warm, calming, and collaborative therapist with a good sense of humor. I have an interest and experience in working with the BIPOC community and LGBTQ+ community and enthusiastically provide queer-affirming and trans-affirming care. I believe that a person-centered, strengths-based, and integrative approach creates a therapy experience to fit your needs. I also have extensive experience in trauma and/or substance abuse, along with anxiety, depression (both adults and children ages 9 and up), mood disorders, change of life stressors, and divorce and coparenting skills.
I work from a client centered approach incorporating techniques from multiple therapeutic modalities such as: CBT/DBT (change my thoughts to change behaviors), ACT (acceptance), existential-humanistic (focus on lived events), social-constructive (we are a result of the environment).
I am often described as a warm, calming, and collaborative therapist with a good sense of humor. I have an interest and experience in working with the BIPOC community and LGBTQ+ community and enthusiastically provide queer-affirming and trans-affirming care. I believe that a person-centered, strengths-based, and integrative approach creates a therapy experience to fit your needs. I also have extensive experience in trauma and/or substance abuse, along with anxiety, depression (both adults and children ages 9 and up), mood disorders, change of life stressors, and divorce and coparenting skills.
(518) 412-3371 View (518) 412-3371
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Heidi R. Wright
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Clifton Park, NY 12065
Waitlist for new clients
My approach is informed by psychodynamic and cognitive/behavioral therapy, including dialectical behavioral therapy.
Are you struggling with anxiety, sadness, feelings of loneliness or emptiness, or substance use? Are your relationships with family, friends, or others important to you being strained or affected? Are you having problems getting things done in your daily life? If so, you are not alone. For the past 20 years, I have been working with people from diverse backgrounds with unique circumstances, just like yours. I have learned that the quality of the relationship people have with their therapists is often the most important factor in helping people make the changes needed to improve their lives.
My approach is informed by psychodynamic and cognitive/behavioral therapy, including dialectical behavioral therapy.
Are you struggling with anxiety, sadness, feelings of loneliness or emptiness, or substance use? Are your relationships with family, friends, or others important to you being strained or affected? Are you having problems getting things done in your daily life? If so, you are not alone. For the past 20 years, I have been working with people from diverse backgrounds with unique circumstances, just like yours. I have learned that the quality of the relationship people have with their therapists is often the most important factor in helping people make the changes needed to improve their lives.
(518) 241-4173 View (518) 241-4173
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Agnes Laufer
Counselor, LMHC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Clifton Park, NY 12065
By integrating techniques from multiple evidence based modalities such as CBT, DBT, Strength Based-Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Family Systems and Play Therapy, in addition to trauma informed interventions I am able to tailor sessions to each client’s strengths and needs.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, sad, experiencing mood swings, anger, anxiety? Are you struggling with transitions, do you feel disconnected from your emotions and from individuals around you? Have you experienced birth related trauma or having challenges in your relationships? I provide support to individuals, families, couples and groups for mental and emotional health issues such as anxiety, depression, self esteem, life transitions, grief and trauma. I enjoy working with children and adolescents and their families as well as with women experiencing a variety of conditions, including postpartum mood disorders.
By integrating techniques from multiple evidence based modalities such as CBT, DBT, Strength Based-Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Family Systems and Play Therapy, in addition to trauma informed interventions I am able to tailor sessions to each client’s strengths and needs.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, sad, experiencing mood swings, anger, anxiety? Are you struggling with transitions, do you feel disconnected from your emotions and from individuals around you? Have you experienced birth related trauma or having challenges in your relationships? I provide support to individuals, families, couples and groups for mental and emotional health issues such as anxiety, depression, self esteem, life transitions, grief and trauma. I enjoy working with children and adolescents and their families as well as with women experiencing a variety of conditions, including postpartum mood disorders.
(518) 351-6546 View (518) 351-6546
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Alyssa Sullivan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PMH-C, LCSW
Verified Verified
Clifton Park, NY 12065  (Online Only)
Telehealth space available! Are you struggling with your relationships? Struggling with infertility, pregnancy or becoming a new parent? With 10+ years of experience, I’ve helped countless individuals experience growth, build resilience, and free themselves from patterns and events that weigh them down. I utilize approaches including CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, schema work, and solution focused treatment. Through vulnerability comes power. At Great Range Therapy, you’ll be able to better understand the patterns that keep you stuck and how to break free.
Telehealth space available! Are you struggling with your relationships? Struggling with infertility, pregnancy or becoming a new parent? With 10+ years of experience, I’ve helped countless individuals experience growth, build resilience, and free themselves from patterns and events that weigh them down. I utilize approaches including CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, schema work, and solution focused treatment. Through vulnerability comes power. At Great Range Therapy, you’ll be able to better understand the patterns that keep you stuck and how to break free.
(518) 412-7690 View (518) 412-7690
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Evergreen Mental Health Counseling, PLLC
LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clifton Park, NY 12065  (Online Only)
Our treatment approaches include: CBT, Creative Expressive Arts, DBT, EMDR, Exposure, Gottman Couples, and Psychodynamic therapy.
We all get stuck sometimes. If you're tired of dealing with your challenges on your own, a professional perspective might be just what you need to bring a breakthrough. We want to extend hope to you in your situation. Whatever your difficulty, we are confident that you will feel at ease and well cared-for by one of our four compassionate and competent professionals. Anyone residing in New York State can be seen by one of our mental health professionals virtually.
Our treatment approaches include: CBT, Creative Expressive Arts, DBT, EMDR, Exposure, Gottman Couples, and Psychodynamic therapy.
We all get stuck sometimes. If you're tired of dealing with your challenges on your own, a professional perspective might be just what you need to bring a breakthrough. We want to extend hope to you in your situation. Whatever your difficulty, we are confident that you will feel at ease and well cared-for by one of our four compassionate and competent professionals. Anyone residing in New York State can be seen by one of our mental health professionals virtually.
(518) 855-6454 View (518) 855-6454
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Kelly Keohan
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Albany, NY 12205  (Online Only)
Are you looking for a direct but supportive approach that utilizes evidenced based treatment modalities? I am a Licensed Mental Health Clinician who specializes in treating disordered eating patterns, depression, anxiety and relationship issues. With over 30 yrs experience assisting individuals and families in recovery based treatment interventions such as; Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Family Based Therapy (FBT), I may be able to assist you.
Are you looking for a direct but supportive approach that utilizes evidenced based treatment modalities? I am a Licensed Mental Health Clinician who specializes in treating disordered eating patterns, depression, anxiety and relationship issues. With over 30 yrs experience assisting individuals and families in recovery based treatment interventions such as; Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Family Based Therapy (FBT), I may be able to assist you.
(518) 299-9262 View (518) 299-9262
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Rachel Lewis Care Path Counseling Services
Counselor, LMHC, CASAC, NCC
Verified Verified
Altamont, NY 12009
This means that you have access to psychotherapy tools such as EMDR, CBT, DBT and psychosomatic processing to reach your therapeutic goals in therapy.
With over 20 years of clinical experience working in behavioral health, I believe that people are resilient, and that resilience becomes our beacon to self-discovery and emotional healing. I believe that everyone has the power to live the life they want, and I tailor my counseling and support to help foster the healing and empowerment process. I love to help clients explore their potential with evidenced based techniques that can help increase life satisfaction and promote healing. Everyone's journey in life is personal. If you find yourself questioning your journey, please call or email me today. It would be my honor to help.
This means that you have access to psychotherapy tools such as EMDR, CBT, DBT and psychosomatic processing to reach your therapeutic goals in therapy.
With over 20 years of clinical experience working in behavioral health, I believe that people are resilient, and that resilience becomes our beacon to self-discovery and emotional healing. I believe that everyone has the power to live the life they want, and I tailor my counseling and support to help foster the healing and empowerment process. I love to help clients explore their potential with evidenced based techniques that can help increase life satisfaction and promote healing. Everyone's journey in life is personal. If you find yourself questioning your journey, please call or email me today. It would be my honor to help.
(518) 302-2435 View (518) 302-2435
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Bree Beaudette
Creative Arts Therapist, LCAT
Verified Verified
Latham, NY 12110
MindWell Psychology offers cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, among other evidence-based modalities, to treat a variety of conditions, including anxiety, OCD and related disorders, depression, PTSD, ADHD, chronic pain, among others.
Are you seeking evidence-based psychotherapy to help you achieve your goals or manage your symptoms in the most effective way? If you or your child are struggling with your mood, anxiety, trauma, obsessive or unhelpful thinking patterns, chronic pain, or behaviors you wish to change, I or another qualified therapist at MindWell Psychology may be able to help you.
MindWell Psychology offers cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, among other evidence-based modalities, to treat a variety of conditions, including anxiety, OCD and related disorders, depression, PTSD, ADHD, chronic pain, among others.
Are you seeking evidence-based psychotherapy to help you achieve your goals or manage your symptoms in the most effective way? If you or your child are struggling with your mood, anxiety, trauma, obsessive or unhelpful thinking patterns, chronic pain, or behaviors you wish to change, I or another qualified therapist at MindWell Psychology may be able to help you.
(518) 255-7338 View (518) 255-7338
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Brittany Cebula
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Latham, NY 12110
I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Informed Approaches, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, incorporate IFS and Ego State and creative/expressive arts approaches.
I am a NYS Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 9 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families. My experiences include working with adolescents and young adults in both an outpatient setting as well as in higher levels of intensive care. I specialize in working with individuals with a wide range of struggles including those seeking to explore ways to better manage stress, build healthy relationships, navigate processing traumatic events, and identify healthy coping skills to increase ability to manage symptoms of anxiety and depression.
I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Informed Approaches, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, incorporate IFS and Ego State and creative/expressive arts approaches.
I am a NYS Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 9 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families. My experiences include working with adolescents and young adults in both an outpatient setting as well as in higher levels of intensive care. I specialize in working with individuals with a wide range of struggles including those seeking to explore ways to better manage stress, build healthy relationships, navigate processing traumatic events, and identify healthy coping skills to increase ability to manage symptoms of anxiety and depression.
(518) 625-8706 View (518) 625-8706
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Amy Meredith
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Schenectady, NY 12305
I tend to intertwine various techniques that are drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy , person-centered and solution-focused approaches.
Now Accepting New Clients! I take a collaborative approach to therapy, my belief is that my role in therapy is to help join you in the process to help accomplish your goals. After receiving my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Canisius College in Buffalo, NY. I gained experience in counseling in various settings which helps me meet you where you are at. I have been practicing counseling since 2016, with a specialty in addiction, problem gambling, trauma and women’s issues.
I tend to intertwine various techniques that are drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy , person-centered and solution-focused approaches.
Now Accepting New Clients! I take a collaborative approach to therapy, my belief is that my role in therapy is to help join you in the process to help accomplish your goals. After receiving my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Canisius College in Buffalo, NY. I gained experience in counseling in various settings which helps me meet you where you are at. I have been practicing counseling since 2016, with a specialty in addiction, problem gambling, trauma and women’s issues.
(518) 952-9290 View (518) 952-9290
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Jean Devlin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Burnt Hills, NY 12027
I have been working as a clinical social worker and therapist in Saratoga County for over 20 years. I have worked with adolescents and adults in various settings including school-based counseling, intensive outpatient treatment programs and as a supervisor in an adult services outpatient treatment clinic. I have experience with a variety of mental health issues including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma and substance use/ addiction issues. As an experienced clinician, I believe in staying informed and up to date with best practices in the field and have training with CBT, DBT and trauma-based approaches.
I have been working as a clinical social worker and therapist in Saratoga County for over 20 years. I have worked with adolescents and adults in various settings including school-based counseling, intensive outpatient treatment programs and as a supervisor in an adult services outpatient treatment clinic. I have experience with a variety of mental health issues including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma and substance use/ addiction issues. As an experienced clinician, I believe in staying informed and up to date with best practices in the field and have training with CBT, DBT and trauma-based approaches.
(518) 735-0988 View (518) 735-0988
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Elly Barhydt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW -R
Verified Verified
Latham, NY 12110
  Some of the strategies I incorporate are cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma informed approaches, dialectical behavioral therapy ( DBT), positive psychotherapy (PPT), strength based approaches, solution focused brief therapy (SFBT) and mindfulness practice.
I am a NYS Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-R) with over 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents and adults with a wide range of issues, such as anxiety, depression, stress, anger, self-esteem, lack of motivation, interpersonal relationships, cultural and life transitions, family conflicts, parenting, ADHD and school struggles.
  Some of the strategies I incorporate are cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma informed approaches, dialectical behavioral therapy ( DBT), positive psychotherapy (PPT), strength based approaches, solution focused brief therapy (SFBT) and mindfulness practice.
I am a NYS Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-R) with over 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents and adults with a wide range of issues, such as anxiety, depression, stress, anger, self-esteem, lack of motivation, interpersonal relationships, cultural and life transitions, family conflicts, parenting, ADHD and school struggles.
(518) 975-3185 View (518) 975-3185
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Melissa Golub
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, RYT-200
Verified Verified
Clifton Park, NY 12065
Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9am-4pm. I have been a clinician in the mental health field for 18 years, graduating from Columbia University with a Master's Degree in Social Work in 2005. I am trained in EMDR, DBT, and also incorporate mindfulness, embodiment and self-compassion practices into my work with clients. Additionally, I am a Befriending Your Body Program Certified Teacher. The Befriending Your Body Program is a unique 8-week Somatic Self-Compassion Recovery program teaching you the skills of embodiment and self-compassion for disordered eating and making peace with your body, food and self. Next group begins May 2024.
Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9am-4pm. I have been a clinician in the mental health field for 18 years, graduating from Columbia University with a Master's Degree in Social Work in 2005. I am trained in EMDR, DBT, and also incorporate mindfulness, embodiment and self-compassion practices into my work with clients. Additionally, I am a Befriending Your Body Program Certified Teacher. The Befriending Your Body Program is a unique 8-week Somatic Self-Compassion Recovery program teaching you the skills of embodiment and self-compassion for disordered eating and making peace with your body, food and self. Next group begins May 2024.
(518) 501-1293 View (518) 501-1293
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Shannon Lynch
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clifton Park, NY 12065
I primarily work with clients who may struggle with trauma-related disorders, eating disorders, anxiety disorders, and depressive disorders. I enjoy working with clients who are queer, neurodiverse, and/or poly-amorous/Non-Monogamous. My goal is to help people live their lives radically and authentically as they heal. I use a range of practices such as Trauma Systems Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy through a feminist and health-at-every-size lens.
I primarily work with clients who may struggle with trauma-related disorders, eating disorders, anxiety disorders, and depressive disorders. I enjoy working with clients who are queer, neurodiverse, and/or poly-amorous/Non-Monogamous. My goal is to help people live their lives radically and authentically as they heal. I use a range of practices such as Trauma Systems Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy through a feminist and health-at-every-size lens.
(518) 760-0885 View (518) 760-0885
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.