Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Atlanta, GA

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Patricia Scruggs
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MS, NCC, LPC
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30324
I specialize in working with adults who are experiencing challenges related to self-esteem, co-dependency, life transitions and relationship issues. I can also help with anxiety and depression. I apply a client centered approach to therapy and I integrate various therapeutic modalities that can help you discover change.
I specialize in working with adults who are experiencing challenges related to self-esteem, co-dependency, life transitions and relationship issues. I can also help with anxiety and depression. I apply a client centered approach to therapy and I integrate various therapeutic modalities that can help you discover change.
(404) 948-5419 View (404) 948-5419
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Mary Stewart Peden
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30338
I am an intensively trained DBT therapist through Behavioral Tech, LLC.
In therapy we will utilize mindfulness, cognitive, and behavioral skills to help steer you toward your goals for therapy. I believe in creating a therapeutic environment where we can create a balance of acceptance and change in your life.
I am an intensively trained DBT therapist through Behavioral Tech, LLC.
In therapy we will utilize mindfulness, cognitive, and behavioral skills to help steer you toward your goals for therapy. I believe in creating a therapeutic environment where we can create a balance of acceptance and change in your life.
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Jessica Purvis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
Hi! I'm Kayla! I've been in social work for over 17 years now and I am excited at the opportunity to meet and work with you. In therapy, we focus on whatever is important to you. Relationships, goals, symptoms, stress, you name it!
Hi! I'm Kayla! I've been in social work for over 17 years now and I am excited at the opportunity to meet and work with you. In therapy, we focus on whatever is important to you. Relationships, goals, symptoms, stress, you name it!
(470) 250-2700 View (470) 250-2700
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Lynn Zyskowski
Counselor, LPC
3 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30324
Waitlist for new clients
Lynn employs evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, and solution-focused interventions to assist clients in managing symptoms and gaining a sense of autonomy in their lives.
Lynn is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a specialty in trauma therapies, including EMDR and TF-CBT. An Atlanta native, Lynn holds a Masters in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling from Georgia State University and works with adults, children, and adolescents experiencing depression, anxiety, addiction, and post-traumatic stress disorder. As a CRC, Lynn also has expertise in supporting clients with disabilities. Lynn is a member of EMDRIA and a founding member of the International Association for Resilience and Trauma Counseling.
Lynn employs evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, and solution-focused interventions to assist clients in managing symptoms and gaining a sense of autonomy in their lives.
Lynn is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a specialty in trauma therapies, including EMDR and TF-CBT. An Atlanta native, Lynn holds a Masters in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling from Georgia State University and works with adults, children, and adolescents experiencing depression, anxiety, addiction, and post-traumatic stress disorder. As a CRC, Lynn also has expertise in supporting clients with disabilities. Lynn is a member of EMDRIA and a founding member of the International Association for Resilience and Trauma Counseling.
(404) 476-7006 View (404) 476-7006
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Rachel Blankenship
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, ATR-P
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30327
I utilize a strength-based and person-centered approach to help clients gain insight, build resilience, and develop practical tools for managing life's challenges. Every person has unique strengths, and my role is to walk alongside each client, supporting them in recognizing and building upon their inner resources. By creating a safe and nonjudgmental space, I strive to ensure my clients feel seen, understood, and empowered. Art therapy serves as a powerful vehicle for expression, allowing us to explore emotions, gain insight, and communicate in ways that words alone may not capture.
I utilize a strength-based and person-centered approach to help clients gain insight, build resilience, and develop practical tools for managing life's challenges. Every person has unique strengths, and my role is to walk alongside each client, supporting them in recognizing and building upon their inner resources. By creating a safe and nonjudgmental space, I strive to ensure my clients feel seen, understood, and empowered. Art therapy serves as a powerful vehicle for expression, allowing us to explore emotions, gain insight, and communicate in ways that words alone may not capture.
(470) 730-7257 x114 View (470) 730-7257 x114
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Mosammat Alam
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS
1 Endorsed
Online Only
As Brene Brown said, "Authenticity is the daily practice of letting go of who we think we're supposed to be and embracing who we are". I believe that a healthy mind is the key to embracing our true selves. Engaging in psychotherapy is the first step to bravely honoring your needs and accepting yourself. It is my pleasure to walk that journey with you.
As Brene Brown said, "Authenticity is the daily practice of letting go of who we think we're supposed to be and embracing who we are". I believe that a healthy mind is the key to embracing our true selves. Engaging in psychotherapy is the first step to bravely honoring your needs and accepting yourself. It is my pleasure to walk that journey with you.
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Joryell Kinchen-Miller
Counselor, MS, LAPC, NCC
Atlanta, GA 30309
Are you ready to begin the healing process, face your challenges and write your future? Trauma can cause physical, mental and emotional changes in your mind and body. Anxiety and depression can cause low self esteem, insecurities, have you living with imposter syndrome and feeling like a fraud? Do you seek outside validation, approval or acceptance from others more than from yourself? Do you use accomplishments to gain love or have an intense fear of rejection or failure? Did someone or something rob you of your sense of safety and security. If so, then enter healing now with me.
Are you ready to begin the healing process, face your challenges and write your future? Trauma can cause physical, mental and emotional changes in your mind and body. Anxiety and depression can cause low self esteem, insecurities, have you living with imposter syndrome and feeling like a fraud? Do you seek outside validation, approval or acceptance from others more than from yourself? Do you use accomplishments to gain love or have an intense fear of rejection or failure? Did someone or something rob you of your sense of safety and security. If so, then enter healing now with me.
(470) 730-6522 View (470) 730-6522
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Sylvia Ware
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I draw from a variety of therapeutic methods, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy ( DBT), and existential therapy, allowing me to tailor my techniques to meet your specific needs.
I am dedicated to supporting individuals and couples as they navigate life’s complexities. With extensive experience working with older adults, caregivers, and those facing difficult transitions or health challenges, I understand the unique struggles that can arise. I welcome clients grappling with issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, LGBTQ concerns, stress management, infertility, and career decisions. I am passionate about helping clients find clarity and strength, whether dealing with emotional pain or facing pivotal life decisions.
I draw from a variety of therapeutic methods, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy ( DBT), and existential therapy, allowing me to tailor my techniques to meet your specific needs.
I am dedicated to supporting individuals and couples as they navigate life’s complexities. With extensive experience working with older adults, caregivers, and those facing difficult transitions or health challenges, I understand the unique struggles that can arise. I welcome clients grappling with issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, LGBTQ concerns, stress management, infertility, and career decisions. I am passionate about helping clients find clarity and strength, whether dealing with emotional pain or facing pivotal life decisions.
(678) 252-6580 View (678) 252-6580
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Taylor Hawley
Counselor, MS, APC
Atlanta, GA 30339
Taylor feels very passionately about creating a safe, open environment for clients where she and the client can work as a team to overcome whatever struggles they are facing. She strives to create a good therapeutic relationship by treating clients with genuineness, acceptance, and unconditional positive regard so that they feel empowered and supported. She strongly believes in the importance of the mind-body connection and utilizes a holistic, integrated theoretical approach founded in psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral perspectives.Taylor feels very passionately about creating a safe, open environment for clients where she and
Taylor feels very passionately about creating a safe, open environment for clients where she and the client can work as a team to overcome whatever struggles they are facing. She strives to create a good therapeutic relationship by treating clients with genuineness, acceptance, and unconditional positive regard so that they feel empowered and supported. She strongly believes in the importance of the mind-body connection and utilizes a holistic, integrated theoretical approach founded in psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral perspectives.Taylor feels very passionately about creating a safe, open environment for clients where she and
(678) 562-6438 View (678) 562-6438
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Bailey Foster
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
9 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30307
Reconnecting with yourself—body, mind, and story—can be one of the most powerful forms of healing. I believe that our bodies carry the imprints of our past, and learning to listen to those signals with curiosity and compassion can open the door to real, lasting change. In our work together, I aim to co-create a space that feels safe, grounded, and attuned—where you can begin to slow down, feel more present, and gently explore what’s been held in your nervous system. Together, we’ll explore how your early experiences may be shaping current patterns—and how we can begin to shift those patterns through insight and embodied awareness.
Reconnecting with yourself—body, mind, and story—can be one of the most powerful forms of healing. I believe that our bodies carry the imprints of our past, and learning to listen to those signals with curiosity and compassion can open the door to real, lasting change. In our work together, I aim to co-create a space that feels safe, grounded, and attuned—where you can begin to slow down, feel more present, and gently explore what’s been held in your nervous system. Together, we’ll explore how your early experiences may be shaping current patterns—and how we can begin to shift those patterns through insight and embodied awareness.
(678) 326-4480 View (678) 326-4480
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Dr. Nai Stafford
Associate Professional Counselor, PhD, MCFC, NCC
Atlanta, GA 30339
My typical client experiences anxiety, depression, and cognitive distortions. They need unwavering support, and an opportunity to change maladaptive patterns of thinking. Their goals consist of emotional management, conflict resolution, improved self-confidence, and communication skills. They want to have a healthy life and better relationships with others.
My typical client experiences anxiety, depression, and cognitive distortions. They need unwavering support, and an opportunity to change maladaptive patterns of thinking. Their goals consist of emotional management, conflict resolution, improved self-confidence, and communication skills. They want to have a healthy life and better relationships with others.
(678) 833-2936 View (678) 833-2936
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Addiction Recovery Therapist, Sabeen Bhimani
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW , MPH
10 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30324
Through DBT, you'll build skills to manage urges, regulate emotions, and stay grounded in high-risk moments.
You completed treatment and met every requirement. Yet if no one in your family has walked this path, there may be no roadmap for what comes next—and little understanding of why you still need therapy when others assume you’re “better.” You sit through family dinners where no one quite grasps what the last year demanded of you. Without the structure and accountability of IOP, life can feel unexpectedly unsteady. There’s pride in how far you’ve come, but also quiet vigilance—the awareness that recovery must be protected, and the fear that one difficult day could threaten the progress you worked so hard to build.
Through DBT, you'll build skills to manage urges, regulate emotions, and stay grounded in high-risk moments.
You completed treatment and met every requirement. Yet if no one in your family has walked this path, there may be no roadmap for what comes next—and little understanding of why you still need therapy when others assume you’re “better.” You sit through family dinners where no one quite grasps what the last year demanded of you. Without the structure and accountability of IOP, life can feel unexpectedly unsteady. There’s pride in how far you’ve come, but also quiet vigilance—the awareness that recovery must be protected, and the fear that one difficult day could threaten the progress you worked so hard to build.
(470) 697-5537 View (470) 697-5537
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Martha Anne Tudor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MEd
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I'll likely use insights and techniques from cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy ( DBT), and acceptance commitment therapy (ACT).
You’re surviving, but you long for more out of your life and relationships. Stress, exhaustion, and regret weigh heavy, as you’re asked to do more and be more, with little support. It’s a narrative you didn’t choose, and you’re ready to start a new one. It's never too late. In fact, now is the perfect time. I'll blend the most effective insights and techniques for your goals and needs. My expertise includes life transitions, communication skills, relationships, caregiver burden, anxiety, burnout, aging, shame, low self-esteem, grief, and loss of all kinds. Together, we’ll turn your challenges into growth, renewed purpose, and JOY.
I'll likely use insights and techniques from cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy ( DBT), and acceptance commitment therapy (ACT).
You’re surviving, but you long for more out of your life and relationships. Stress, exhaustion, and regret weigh heavy, as you’re asked to do more and be more, with little support. It’s a narrative you didn’t choose, and you’re ready to start a new one. It's never too late. In fact, now is the perfect time. I'll blend the most effective insights and techniques for your goals and needs. My expertise includes life transitions, communication skills, relationships, caregiver burden, anxiety, burnout, aging, shame, low self-esteem, grief, and loss of all kinds. Together, we’ll turn your challenges into growth, renewed purpose, and JOY.
(470) 466-9639 View (470) 466-9639
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Talia Gutierrez
Licensed Professional Counselor
6 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30324
My approach blends Internal Family Systems (IFS), CBT, RO- DBT, and somatic therapy to support emotional regulation, self-worth, and deeper connection in everyday life.
You’re tired of criticizing yourself in the mirror or feeling “too much” in relationships. Body image struggles, relationship anxiety, and attachment wounds leave you stuck in cycles of shame and self-doubt. My Atlanta therapy practice helps women and teens heal their relationship with food and their body, navigate life transitions, and build healthier connections—so you can move from survival mode into a life filled with confidence, freedom, and purpose. Why? Because you deserve this.
My approach blends Internal Family Systems (IFS), CBT, RO- DBT, and somatic therapy to support emotional regulation, self-worth, and deeper connection in everyday life.
You’re tired of criticizing yourself in the mirror or feeling “too much” in relationships. Body image struggles, relationship anxiety, and attachment wounds leave you stuck in cycles of shame and self-doubt. My Atlanta therapy practice helps women and teens heal their relationship with food and their body, navigate life transitions, and build healthier connections—so you can move from survival mode into a life filled with confidence, freedom, and purpose. Why? Because you deserve this.
(678) 916-8492 View (678) 916-8492
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Josie McClard
Pre-Licensed Professional
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30306
Using IFS, EMDR, somatic work, and DBT-informed skills, I support emotional regulation, self-trust, and healing that feels grounded, compassionate, and sustainable.
You may be used to holding things together on the outside while feeling disconnected or overwhelmed on the inside. Perhaps you learned to stay hyper-aware of others, push your needs aside, or keep moving through discomfort to survive. Trauma, high-control or religious environments, family dynamics, neurodivergence, or fear of rejection may have shaped this. You want relief, clarity, peace, and a deeper sense of connection to yourself, even if you are not sure where to begin.
Using IFS, EMDR, somatic work, and DBT-informed skills, I support emotional regulation, self-trust, and healing that feels grounded, compassionate, and sustainable.
You may be used to holding things together on the outside while feeling disconnected or overwhelmed on the inside. Perhaps you learned to stay hyper-aware of others, push your needs aside, or keep moving through discomfort to survive. Trauma, high-control or religious environments, family dynamics, neurodivergence, or fear of rejection may have shaped this. You want relief, clarity, peace, and a deeper sense of connection to yourself, even if you are not sure where to begin.
(470) 664-6288 x118 View (470) 664-6288 x118
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Watson Behavioral Health Inc.
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
License Professional Counselor with 15 years experience in multiple modalities including CBT, DBT, and EMDR
Your new journey starts at Watson Behavioral Health where you will get a combination of therapeutic interventions that are tactical and beneficial to many of life's stresses.
License Professional Counselor with 15 years experience in multiple modalities including CBT, DBT, and EMDR
Your new journey starts at Watson Behavioral Health where you will get a combination of therapeutic interventions that are tactical and beneficial to many of life's stresses.
(770) 574-4843 View (770) 574-4843
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T. Angelina Zurzolo
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, LAPC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I can help with things like exploring thought patterns that keep you stuck (CBT), building tools for distress tolerance and effective communication ( DBT), and learning to live with what can’t be changed while still moving toward what matters to you (ACT).
Reaching out for therapy can feel vulnerable. You may be carrying grief, anxiety, identity questions, or old patterns that no longer support the life you want. Therapy can offer space to explore these parts of yourself and reconnect with clarity, strength, and purpose. I work with people navigating a range of experiences, including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, identity exploration, and more complex or long-standing mental health challenges. Many of the people I work with are asking how their past, relationships, or environments have shaped them and are ready to begin showing up differently in their lives.
I can help with things like exploring thought patterns that keep you stuck (CBT), building tools for distress tolerance and effective communication ( DBT), and learning to live with what can’t be changed while still moving toward what matters to you (ACT).
Reaching out for therapy can feel vulnerable. You may be carrying grief, anxiety, identity questions, or old patterns that no longer support the life you want. Therapy can offer space to explore these parts of yourself and reconnect with clarity, strength, and purpose. I work with people navigating a range of experiences, including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, identity exploration, and more complex or long-standing mental health challenges. Many of the people I work with are asking how their past, relationships, or environments have shaped them and are ready to begin showing up differently in their lives.
(404) 982-4566 View (404) 982-4566
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Melissa Hall
Licensed Professional Counselor
Online Only
Hello, I'm Melissa, a Licensed Professional Counselor serving clients in Georgia. I am passionate about providing a safe and supportive space for individual adults to explore their thoughts and feelings. My approach to therapy is practical and evidence-based, utilizing techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Mindfulness to help you navigate anxiety, trauma, and stress with confidence.
Hello, I'm Melissa, a Licensed Professional Counselor serving clients in Georgia. I am passionate about providing a safe and supportive space for individual adults to explore their thoughts and feelings. My approach to therapy is practical and evidence-based, utilizing techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Mindfulness to help you navigate anxiety, trauma, and stress with confidence.
(470) 802-7788 View (470) 802-7788
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Lucero del Rocio Morse
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, RPT, CPT
4 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30316
I work closely with approaches that help to heal the inner child and I'm trained in EMDR and DBT.
As a Multi-Lingual Mental Health Counselor, I've had the opportunity of working with English, Spanish, and Portuguese speaking populations. I am a Registered Play Therapist and EMDR certified. I specialize in working with Major Depressive Disorder, Trauma, Personality Disorders, ADHD, Reactive Attachment Disorder, Family, and Group relationships. I firmly believe that people can heal through the power of the therapeutic alliance between the client and the therapist, while implementing new skills that will improve their situations. "The therapist's role is like a mirror where the soul can be explored"
I work closely with approaches that help to heal the inner child and I'm trained in EMDR and DBT.
As a Multi-Lingual Mental Health Counselor, I've had the opportunity of working with English, Spanish, and Portuguese speaking populations. I am a Registered Play Therapist and EMDR certified. I specialize in working with Major Depressive Disorder, Trauma, Personality Disorders, ADHD, Reactive Attachment Disorder, Family, and Group relationships. I firmly believe that people can heal through the power of the therapeutic alliance between the client and the therapist, while implementing new skills that will improve their situations. "The therapist's role is like a mirror where the soul can be explored"
(678) 681-9953 View (678) 681-9953
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Jordan C Alvarez
Counselor, MA, LAPC
Atlanta, GA 30317
Hi, I'm happy to see you're thinking about beginning therapy! Here's a little bit about me to see if I'm a fit. Some of the concerns I work with are anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship challenges, career concerns, body image, disordered eating, and self-esteem challenges. I am mainly a solutions-focused therapist so we can work together to alleviate the concerns that brought you to therapy. Integrating my years of professional experience and personal insights allows me to strive to create a safe and non-judgmental environment for you to explore what brought you here and find solutions to move forward.
Hi, I'm happy to see you're thinking about beginning therapy! Here's a little bit about me to see if I'm a fit. Some of the concerns I work with are anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship challenges, career concerns, body image, disordered eating, and self-esteem challenges. I am mainly a solutions-focused therapist so we can work together to alleviate the concerns that brought you to therapy. Integrating my years of professional experience and personal insights allows me to strive to create a safe and non-judgmental environment for you to explore what brought you here and find solutions to move forward.
(470) 863-1630 View (470) 863-1630

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