Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Indianapolis, IN
I use existential therapy, DBT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care.
Are you experiencing uncertainty, existential angst, spiritual distress, difficulty setting boundaries, or confusion about what might bring you the most fulfillment within your life? Together, we can work to explore ways to create peace and harmony. Whether it be exploring your own values separate from your family unit, deconstructing harmful thought processes, or exploring your sexuality and gender, we can work together to find how you would like your life to look.
I use existential therapy, DBT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care.
Are you experiencing uncertainty, existential angst, spiritual distress, difficulty setting boundaries, or confusion about what might bring you the most fulfillment within your life? Together, we can work to explore ways to create peace and harmony. Whether it be exploring your own values separate from your family unit, deconstructing harmful thought processes, or exploring your sexuality and gender, we can work together to find how you would like your life to look.
I utilize EMDR strategies with many of my clients, as well as DBT skills, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and CBT.
Hi, I’m Mary Clare.
Do you feel overwhelmed managing your relationships, work, friendships, and family dynamics? Do you struggle with negative self-talk and feeling like not enough?
Together, we can figure out new strategies to manage stress, process traumas and memories that are continuing to impact you, and help realize next steps to living the life you want to live.
I use a relational approach where as we work as a team to identify unhelpful patterns and create strategies to find new ways of coping. I also utilize EMDR therapy to help process traumas that are standing in the way of living a full and happy life.
I utilize EMDR strategies with many of my clients, as well as DBT skills, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and CBT.
Hi, I’m Mary Clare.
Do you feel overwhelmed managing your relationships, work, friendships, and family dynamics? Do you struggle with negative self-talk and feeling like not enough?
Together, we can figure out new strategies to manage stress, process traumas and memories that are continuing to impact you, and help realize next steps to living the life you want to live.
I use a relational approach where as we work as a team to identify unhelpful patterns and create strategies to find new ways of coping. I also utilize EMDR therapy to help process traumas that are standing in the way of living a full and happy life.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or stress management and need a therapist to help navigate through life? Well, look no further, I work with client's, helping them discover appropriate coping mechanisms, self esteem building and personal development.
Navigating life's challenges can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to face them alone. I am here to support you in understanding and transforming the patterns that hold you back.
If you're ready to take the first step toward meaningful change, I invite you to reach out. Together, we can work towards a life that reflects your true self
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or stress management and need a therapist to help navigate through life? Well, look no further, I work with client's, helping them discover appropriate coping mechanisms, self esteem building and personal development.
Navigating life's challenges can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to face them alone. I am here to support you in understanding and transforming the patterns that hold you back.
If you're ready to take the first step toward meaningful change, I invite you to reach out. Together, we can work towards a life that reflects your true self
I am EMDR trained, IFS informed, and I utilize DBT principles to process trauma and strengthen boundaries.
Life can feel overwhelming when emotions are intense, relationships feel strained, or trust has been broken. You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, emotional ups and downs, or the impact of a partner’s betrayal. These experiences can leave you feeling confused, stuck, and unsure how to move forward.
I am EMDR trained, IFS informed, and I utilize DBT principles to process trauma and strengthen boundaries.
Life can feel overwhelming when emotions are intense, relationships feel strained, or trust has been broken. You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, emotional ups and downs, or the impact of a partner’s betrayal. These experiences can leave you feeling confused, stuck, and unsure how to move forward.
For clients earlier in their journey, I draw on CBT, DBT, and somatic tools.
My clients are adults who have often already tried therapy and hit a wall. They're not new to the work. They're exhausted by it. Trauma, anxiety, grief, and addiction that haven't moved despite years of effort aren't a personal failure. They're stored somewhere talk therapy can't always reach: the nervous system, the body, the deep brain.
I'm a Certified Brainspotting Practitioner with 10+ years of experience across trauma, substance use, and grief. My team includes Kix, a certified therapy dog, whose calm presence helps many clients feel safe enough to begin.
We work at the level where things actually live — not just the surface.
For clients earlier in their journey, I draw on CBT, DBT, and somatic tools.
My clients are adults who have often already tried therapy and hit a wall. They're not new to the work. They're exhausted by it. Trauma, anxiety, grief, and addiction that haven't moved despite years of effort aren't a personal failure. They're stored somewhere talk therapy can't always reach: the nervous system, the body, the deep brain.
I'm a Certified Brainspotting Practitioner with 10+ years of experience across trauma, substance use, and grief. My team includes Kix, a certified therapy dog, whose calm presence helps many clients feel safe enough to begin.
We work at the level where things actually live — not just the surface.
I draw from evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), and Motivational Interviewing, tailoring these methods to best fit your needs.
I specialize in helping individuals who are struggling with depression, anxiety and substance use. My approach is warm, collaborative, and solution-focused, and I strive to meet people where they are at in their unique journey toward healing and growth. I believe in creating a safe, honest, and non-judgmental space where you can feel comfortable sharing your story. I balance empathy with gentle guidance and direction, helping you recognize unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, explore their underlying causes, and develop practical, healthier coping strategies.
I draw from evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), and Motivational Interviewing, tailoring these methods to best fit your needs.
I specialize in helping individuals who are struggling with depression, anxiety and substance use. My approach is warm, collaborative, and solution-focused, and I strive to meet people where they are at in their unique journey toward healing and growth. I believe in creating a safe, honest, and non-judgmental space where you can feel comfortable sharing your story. I balance empathy with gentle guidance and direction, helping you recognize unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, explore their underlying causes, and develop practical, healthier coping strategies.
It may come to you by offering skills/ techniques from DBT, Solution-focused therapy, or CBT.
Hurt, Anger, Depression, Grief, managing conflict, communication skills, addiction. I have experience in each of these areas, but it’s hard for me to define a niche. Those that I have experienced the greatest success with have been willing to be vulnerable, honest, and open to this change.
It may come to you by offering skills/ techniques from DBT, Solution-focused therapy, or CBT.
Hurt, Anger, Depression, Grief, managing conflict, communication skills, addiction. I have experience in each of these areas, but it’s hard for me to define a niche. Those that I have experienced the greatest success with have been willing to be vulnerable, honest, and open to this change.
My approach combines cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, the Adlerian approach,
Hello, I'm Rachael, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 15 years of experience in Indiana. Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of working with clients facing a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, addiction, and various other mental health challenges. I've also supported many individuals who have experienced different types of trauma, from the pain of death and divorce to the scars of physical or emotional abuse.
My approach combines cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, the Adlerian approach,
Hello, I'm Rachael, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 15 years of experience in Indiana. Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of working with clients facing a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, addiction, and various other mental health challenges. I've also supported many individuals who have experienced different types of trauma, from the pain of death and divorce to the scars of physical or emotional abuse.
Sometimes, it’s not “just stress”—it’s your nervous system still reacting to things that happened long ago.
You may look like you’re holding it all together, but inside, you feel anxious, shut down, or like you’re constantly bracing for something to go wrong. That’s not a personal flaw—it’s your body protecting you in the only way it knows how.
Sometimes, it’s not “just stress”—it’s your nervous system still reacting to things that happened long ago.
You may look like you’re holding it all together, but inside, you feel anxious, shut down, or like you’re constantly bracing for something to go wrong. That’s not a personal flaw—it’s your body protecting you in the only way it knows how.
Looking for a positive change, but not sure where to begin? Life can feel heavy at times. Anxiety, depression or self-doubt can get in the way of living the life you want. If you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck or simply in need of support, you've come to the right place.
I am here to help you sort through the noise, gain clarity and tke manageable steps toward feeling more in control.
Looking for a positive change, but not sure where to begin? Life can feel heavy at times. Anxiety, depression or self-doubt can get in the way of living the life you want. If you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck or simply in need of support, you've come to the right place.
I am here to help you sort through the noise, gain clarity and tke manageable steps toward feeling more in control.
I am a mental health therapist dedicated to supporting children, adolescents, young adults, and families as they navigate life’s challenges and transitions. I believe therapy provides a safe, supportive space where individuals can explore their experiences, build resilience, and develop the tools needed to live meaningful and fulfilling lives.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each person’s unique needs. I work with clients facing concerns such as anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, behavioral challenges, life transitions, and family relationship difficulties.
I am a mental health therapist dedicated to supporting children, adolescents, young adults, and families as they navigate life’s challenges and transitions. I believe therapy provides a safe, supportive space where individuals can explore their experiences, build resilience, and develop the tools needed to live meaningful and fulfilling lives.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each person’s unique needs. I work with clients facing concerns such as anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, behavioral challenges, life transitions, and family relationship difficulties.
Additionally, I specialize in a variety of skills based approaches, frequently practicing in and operating from Dialectical and Cognitive Behavioral Therapies to ensure that each client meets their unique counseling goals.
We all go through seasons of challenge and change in our lives. Although the challenges that we face are unique, I firmly believe that each client has the potential, through therapy, to build a richer, more rewarding life. I am passionate about empowering clients with tangible skills and resources to aid them in coping with the unique mental health triggers and challenges that they face on a day to day basis.
Additionally, I specialize in a variety of skills based approaches, frequently practicing in and operating from Dialectical and Cognitive Behavioral Therapies to ensure that each client meets their unique counseling goals.
We all go through seasons of challenge and change in our lives. Although the challenges that we face are unique, I firmly believe that each client has the potential, through therapy, to build a richer, more rewarding life. I am passionate about empowering clients with tangible skills and resources to aid them in coping with the unique mental health triggers and challenges that they face on a day to day basis.
I am trained and experienced in utilizing DBT, Motivational Interviewing, CBT, EMDR (not certified), and trauma-informed care.
I work with clients in Indiana, Tennessee & Massachusetts to navigate challenges. Are you feeling like your emotions are all over, stuck in your head, on autopilot, anxious, depressed, stressed traumatized and don’t know what to do about it? Do you have self-defeating beliefs or your inner critic getting louder? Do you feeling like an imposter, insecure or disconnected? Let’s start showing up for you by understanding what got you here. Lets work towards where you want to be and conquer what's holding you back so you can thrive & live with intension.
I am trained and experienced in utilizing DBT, Motivational Interviewing, CBT, EMDR (not certified), and trauma-informed care.
I work with clients in Indiana, Tennessee & Massachusetts to navigate challenges. Are you feeling like your emotions are all over, stuck in your head, on autopilot, anxious, depressed, stressed traumatized and don’t know what to do about it? Do you have self-defeating beliefs or your inner critic getting louder? Do you feeling like an imposter, insecure or disconnected? Let’s start showing up for you by understanding what got you here. Lets work towards where you want to be and conquer what's holding you back so you can thrive & live with intension.
I help adults who love God but feel stuck—carrying past wounds, trauma, or church hurt—find real healing. Using Scripture and psychology, we work toward emotional freedom, healthier relationships, and a renewed identity in Christ, so they can walk in faith, not fear, and move from surviving to thriving.
I help adults who love God but feel stuck—carrying past wounds, trauma, or church hurt—find real healing. Using Scripture and psychology, we work toward emotional freedom, healthier relationships, and a renewed identity in Christ, so they can walk in faith, not fear, and move from surviving to thriving.
Hello, I'm Christopher. We all need someone to talk to from time to time. Have you felt stressed lately? Have you felt anxious or depressed? Have you ever experienced any traumatic events in your life? Are you trying to cope with drugs, alcohol, gambling, sex, or pornography?
We can work together to develop a plan for solving the situation you may be facing right now. We will create a safe and productive environment to explore the reasons and relationships that brought you to counseling. Together, we'll develop healthy coping skills and better ways to manage your stressors.
Hello, I'm Christopher. We all need someone to talk to from time to time. Have you felt stressed lately? Have you felt anxious or depressed? Have you ever experienced any traumatic events in your life? Are you trying to cope with drugs, alcohol, gambling, sex, or pornography?
We can work together to develop a plan for solving the situation you may be facing right now. We will create a safe and productive environment to explore the reasons and relationships that brought you to counseling. Together, we'll develop healthy coping skills and better ways to manage your stressors.
You’ve been in therapy before—maybe more than once—and you’ve gained real insight. You understand yourself better. And yet, here you are again, feeling stuck in the same patterns, the same relationship dynamics, the same quiet ache of disconnection. You’re not broken. You’re just ready for something deeper.
The clients I work with are thoughtful, self-aware people who are ready for something to shift—not just in how they think about themselves, but in how they feel. They’re drawn to deeper emotional exploration, willing to sit with what’s underneath —not with self-judgment, but with curiosity.
You’ve been in therapy before—maybe more than once—and you’ve gained real insight. You understand yourself better. And yet, here you are again, feeling stuck in the same patterns, the same relationship dynamics, the same quiet ache of disconnection. You’re not broken. You’re just ready for something deeper.
The clients I work with are thoughtful, self-aware people who are ready for something to shift—not just in how they think about themselves, but in how they feel. They’re drawn to deeper emotional exploration, willing to sit with what’s underneath —not with self-judgment, but with curiosity.
I work with individuals experiencing obsessive-compulsive disorder related symptoms (using my training in ERP), psychosis-spectrum difficulties, mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, addictions, and grief and loss. My goal is to create a supportive, non-judgmental, and structured space where clients can build insight, strengthen coping skills to manage day-to-day stressors, and to make meaningful, lasting changes that they desire. I focus on helping people move forward to greater stability, resilience, and overall well-being.
I work with individuals experiencing obsessive-compulsive disorder related symptoms (using my training in ERP), psychosis-spectrum difficulties, mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, addictions, and grief and loss. My goal is to create a supportive, non-judgmental, and structured space where clients can build insight, strengthen coping skills to manage day-to-day stressors, and to make meaningful, lasting changes that they desire. I focus on helping people move forward to greater stability, resilience, and overall well-being.
Melissa Atlas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAC, MATS
Indianapolis, IN 46237
Waitlist for new clients
Do you wish that your brain came with an owner's manual? Have your compulsive habits made a mess of your health and your relationships? Does a difficult past keep intruding on your present? I am here to help! My clients start counseling because they feel stuck in patterns of harmful behaviors and negative thinking. They can see where they want to go in life, they just can't seem to make the lasting changes that would allow them to get there. Frequently, they describe feeling overwhelmed and hopeless, unsure that things can ever really improve. Let me help you get unstuck!
Do you wish that your brain came with an owner's manual? Have your compulsive habits made a mess of your health and your relationships? Does a difficult past keep intruding on your present? I am here to help! My clients start counseling because they feel stuck in patterns of harmful behaviors and negative thinking. They can see where they want to go in life, they just can't seem to make the lasting changes that would allow them to get there. Frequently, they describe feeling overwhelmed and hopeless, unsure that things can ever really improve. Let me help you get unstuck!
I am trained in Brainspotting, CBT, TF-CBT, ERP, DBT, Suicide Intervention.
It can be hard to be a person; to change, grow, reflect, love, and practice acceptance in an overwhelming world that constantly demands so much of us.
If you are; a creative, an educator or in a helping profession, a parent going through divorce or major life change, co-parenting, experiencing existential anxiety, OCD, Body Dysmorphic Disorder, Generalized Anxiety, ADHD, LGBTQIA+ adult/adolescent - we may be a great fit.
I have experience working with all of these groups and successfully treating and improving outcomes. I believe mental health education is empowering and value building autonomy and self trust in those I work with.
I am trained in Brainspotting, CBT, TF-CBT, ERP, DBT, Suicide Intervention.
It can be hard to be a person; to change, grow, reflect, love, and practice acceptance in an overwhelming world that constantly demands so much of us.
If you are; a creative, an educator or in a helping profession, a parent going through divorce or major life change, co-parenting, experiencing existential anxiety, OCD, Body Dysmorphic Disorder, Generalized Anxiety, ADHD, LGBTQIA+ adult/adolescent - we may be a great fit.
I have experience working with all of these groups and successfully treating and improving outcomes. I believe mental health education is empowering and value building autonomy and self trust in those I work with.
Using EMDR, Polyvagal Theory, DBT, and mindfulness, I offer a compassionate space for self-discovery and resilience-building.
I’m here to support your journey to healing and growth. Specializing in trauma, anxiety, religious trauma, and C-PTSD, I use EMDR, Polyvagal Theory, CBT, DBT and mindfulness to provide a safe, compassionate space. Together, we’ll navigate your challenges, fostering clarity and resilience as you move toward a more grounded, empowered self.
Using EMDR, Polyvagal Theory, DBT, and mindfulness, I offer a compassionate space for self-discovery and resilience-building.
I’m here to support your journey to healing and growth. Specializing in trauma, anxiety, religious trauma, and C-PTSD, I use EMDR, Polyvagal Theory, CBT, DBT and mindfulness to provide a safe, compassionate space. Together, we’ll navigate your challenges, fostering clarity and resilience as you move toward a more grounded, empowered self.
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Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists
Who is DBT for?
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.
Why do people need DBT?
The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behavior and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.
What happens in DBT?
Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behavior, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
How long does DBT last?
Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioral change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behavior; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.