Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Baltimore, MD
I draw from a range of evidence-based approaches—including dialectical-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and methods that focus on emotional healing and understanding your inner self.
I work with teens and adults who are navigating challenges like anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship struggles, and life transitions. Many of my clients have experienced trauma and are looking for a safe space to heal, grow, and move forward.
I draw from a range of evidence-based approaches—including dialectical-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and methods that focus on emotional healing and understanding your inner self.
I work with teens and adults who are navigating challenges like anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship struggles, and life transitions. Many of my clients have experienced trauma and are looking for a safe space to heal, grow, and move forward.
I'm Shayne Couch-Murray (he/him), a Licensed Master Social Worker practicing at Allswell, Maryland's largest LGBTQ+ therapy practice, accepting Medicaid and major insurers. My work centers on supporting Black Transmasc individuals, though I welcome anyone seeking a therapist who embodies authenticity and empathy. I create a safe, nurturing space where healing feels authentic and relatable rather than clinical. I bring honesty, warmth, and cultural awareness to therapy, providing tools for your unique needs—whether managing daily stress, navigating identity, or addressing deeper emotional challenges.
I'm Shayne Couch-Murray (he/him), a Licensed Master Social Worker practicing at Allswell, Maryland's largest LGBTQ+ therapy practice, accepting Medicaid and major insurers. My work centers on supporting Black Transmasc individuals, though I welcome anyone seeking a therapist who embodies authenticity and empathy. I create a safe, nurturing space where healing feels authentic and relatable rather than clinical. I bring honesty, warmth, and cultural awareness to therapy, providing tools for your unique needs—whether managing daily stress, navigating identity, or addressing deeper emotional challenges.
I provide trauma-informed, evidence-based care tailored to you, integrating CBT, DBT, exposure, and psychodynamic approaches.
You might be someone who has tried therapy before but still feels stuck with depression, anxiety, trauma, or patterns that keep repeating despite your best efforts. Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, self-aware, and motivated for change, yet struggle with chronic or treatment-resistant challenges. You may want relief, clarity, and a deeper understanding of yourself — not just coping, but meaningful and lasting change.
I provide trauma-informed, evidence-based care tailored to you, integrating CBT, DBT, exposure, and psychodynamic approaches.
You might be someone who has tried therapy before but still feels stuck with depression, anxiety, trauma, or patterns that keep repeating despite your best efforts. Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, self-aware, and motivated for change, yet struggle with chronic or treatment-resistant challenges. You may want relief, clarity, and a deeper understanding of yourself — not just coping, but meaningful and lasting change.
Alia Merraro
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC-S, NCC
3 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21211
You're smart, self-aware, and probably the one your friends turn to for advice. But lately? You’re running on empty—anxious, unsure, maybe even asking yourself, What am I doing with my life? Whether you’re navigating college, family pressure, identity questions, or just trying to like yourself more, therapy can be a space to finally exhale. As a Black woman and therapist, I create a space where you don’t have to over-explain or tone things down. We’ll work together to untangle self-doubt, reconnect with your strengths, and help you move through the world with more confidence, clarity, and self-trust.
You're smart, self-aware, and probably the one your friends turn to for advice. But lately? You’re running on empty—anxious, unsure, maybe even asking yourself, What am I doing with my life? Whether you’re navigating college, family pressure, identity questions, or just trying to like yourself more, therapy can be a space to finally exhale. As a Black woman and therapist, I create a space where you don’t have to over-explain or tone things down. We’ll work together to untangle self-doubt, reconnect with your strengths, and help you move through the world with more confidence, clarity, and self-trust.
If you're here, part of you knows it's time for a change. What if I told you that there is a way to stop struggling with the parts of yourself that feel so uncomfortable? That is the heart of the work that I do: in a safe and confidential space, identify where you are stuck and what is holding you back from living the life that you want. As a Clinical Psychologist, I have extensive training and experience treating a wide range of difficulties, specializing in the treatment of anxiety, addictions, chronic health issues, grief/bereavement, and shame-based symptoms. I see clients in-person or via telehealth (all Psypact.org states)
If you're here, part of you knows it's time for a change. What if I told you that there is a way to stop struggling with the parts of yourself that feel so uncomfortable? That is the heart of the work that I do: in a safe and confidential space, identify where you are stuck and what is holding you back from living the life that you want. As a Clinical Psychologist, I have extensive training and experience treating a wide range of difficulties, specializing in the treatment of anxiety, addictions, chronic health issues, grief/bereavement, and shame-based symptoms. I see clients in-person or via telehealth (all Psypact.org states)
Hi, I'm glad you're here. Are you anxious, depressed, or feeling overwhelmed? Are you a couple feeling distant or trapped in conflict? Are you grieving, feeling stuck, or looking for someone to help you process emotions? It’s ok to struggle and ask for help. Fortunately, we all have an innate capacity for healing and transformation, given the right conditions and a little support. In therapy, we’ll work to nurture well-being and restore inner harmony. I’ll listen to your goals, and help you gain the healing, insight, and emotional awareness you need to live from your self-at-best—and continue to do so when our work is done.
Hi, I'm glad you're here. Are you anxious, depressed, or feeling overwhelmed? Are you a couple feeling distant or trapped in conflict? Are you grieving, feeling stuck, or looking for someone to help you process emotions? It’s ok to struggle and ask for help. Fortunately, we all have an innate capacity for healing and transformation, given the right conditions and a little support. In therapy, we’ll work to nurture well-being and restore inner harmony. I’ll listen to your goals, and help you gain the healing, insight, and emotional awareness you need to live from your self-at-best—and continue to do so when our work is done.
I strive to provide my clients with a Person-Centered and Solution-Focused approach to meet their needs and achieve their goals. The tenets of these therapies believe the client is the expert on themselves and possess the capabilities to reach their goals, but may need some support in getting there. I do not practice one-size-fits-all therapy and believe in creating a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions freely. I am LGBTQIA+ affirming and work with children, teens, and adults. I specialize in developmental psychology and work with various mental diagnoses and challenges.
I strive to provide my clients with a Person-Centered and Solution-Focused approach to meet their needs and achieve their goals. The tenets of these therapies believe the client is the expert on themselves and possess the capabilities to reach their goals, but may need some support in getting there. I do not practice one-size-fits-all therapy and believe in creating a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions freely. I am LGBTQIA+ affirming and work with children, teens, and adults. I specialize in developmental psychology and work with various mental diagnoses and challenges.
Do you have a hard time expressing your feelings, knowing what you are feeling, or saying no? Does this impact your everyday and intimate relationships? I'd like to help work through this. My gentle, thoughtful, and practical nature, creates an environment for learning to better know and express your feelings, and what you want/need from others. My work at one of the most prestigious therapy settings in the country, has given me the opportunity to see almost every situation and diagnosis.
Do you have a hard time expressing your feelings, knowing what you are feeling, or saying no? Does this impact your everyday and intimate relationships? I'd like to help work through this. My gentle, thoughtful, and practical nature, creates an environment for learning to better know and express your feelings, and what you want/need from others. My work at one of the most prestigious therapy settings in the country, has given me the opportunity to see almost every situation and diagnosis.
At One Heartt, we understand that seeking mental health care often comes after a long period of coping, pushing through, or caring for everyone else first. You may be experiencing burnout, navigating neurodiversity, managing grief or trauma, coping with anxiety or depression, or simply feeling disconnected from yourself. We believe your experiences deserve to be met with compassion, skill, and respect. Our care is grounded in safety, dignity, and trust, creating a space where you are not rushed, judged, or reduced to a diagnosis, but supported as a whole person with a meaningful and valid story.
At One Heartt, we understand that seeking mental health care often comes after a long period of coping, pushing through, or caring for everyone else first. You may be experiencing burnout, navigating neurodiversity, managing grief or trauma, coping with anxiety or depression, or simply feeling disconnected from yourself. We believe your experiences deserve to be met with compassion, skill, and respect. Our care is grounded in safety, dignity, and trust, creating a space where you are not rushed, judged, or reduced to a diagnosis, but supported as a whole person with a meaningful and valid story.
I primarily use Multicultural Feminist Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Internal Family Systems to help you build skills to regulate your emotions, build healthy relationships, and pursue goals that align with your values.
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression or feeling overwhelmed? Do you get caught in negative thought spirals? Do you feel misunderstood or find it difficult to trust others or even yourself? Do your relationships feel unfulfilling or one-sided? Do you need a judgment free space to explore your identities? Have you experienced trauma, including because of systems of oppression? Do you feel empty or uncertain about your purpose?
Reach out to me if you want to co-create a space that pushes and challenges you to transform your relationships with yourself and with others, and to build a life that you want to wake up to every day.
I primarily use Multicultural Feminist Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Internal Family Systems to help you build skills to regulate your emotions, build healthy relationships, and pursue goals that align with your values.
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression or feeling overwhelmed? Do you get caught in negative thought spirals? Do you feel misunderstood or find it difficult to trust others or even yourself? Do your relationships feel unfulfilling or one-sided? Do you need a judgment free space to explore your identities? Have you experienced trauma, including because of systems of oppression? Do you feel empty or uncertain about your purpose?
Reach out to me if you want to co-create a space that pushes and challenges you to transform your relationships with yourself and with others, and to build a life that you want to wake up to every day.
Rising Above unConscious
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I'm Chenitha Coleman! Your devoted therapist! You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected — weighed down by unspoken expectations, relationship patterns, or emotional wounds that haven’t fully processed. Maybe you’ve done a lot for others and are just now realizing how much you’ve neglected your own needs. My ideal client is someone who’s ready to try to explore the “why” behind their emotional responses, the “how” is this showing up in my life, and the “what” can we do to bring change. As of 9/1/2025 I have a waitlist until Jan 1, 2026 currently not accepting new clients.
I'm Chenitha Coleman! Your devoted therapist! You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected — weighed down by unspoken expectations, relationship patterns, or emotional wounds that haven’t fully processed. Maybe you’ve done a lot for others and are just now realizing how much you’ve neglected your own needs. My ideal client is someone who’s ready to try to explore the “why” behind their emotional responses, the “how” is this showing up in my life, and the “what” can we do to bring change. As of 9/1/2025 I have a waitlist until Jan 1, 2026 currently not accepting new clients.
Scheduling same week appointments. Most commercial insurances accepted!
You may have learned to stay strong or push through even when it feels exhausting. Therapy offers a space where you can slow down and feel safe enough to reconnect with yourself. My work is trauma-informed and holistic, focusing on emotional regulation, grounding, and self-compassion. Healing happens at your pace. If at any point additional support is needed, I can provide referrals to trusted professionals as part of a coordinated care approach.
Scheduling same week appointments. Most commercial insurances accepted!
You may have learned to stay strong or push through even when it feels exhausting. Therapy offers a space where you can slow down and feel safe enough to reconnect with yourself. My work is trauma-informed and holistic, focusing on emotional regulation, grounding, and self-compassion. Healing happens at your pace. If at any point additional support is needed, I can provide referrals to trusted professionals as part of a coordinated care approach.
I specialize in cognitive behavioral and mindfulness-based treatment, specifically ACT, DBT, and trauma-focused therapy that is evidence-based, which means it has been shown to help people get better and stay better.
Many people come to me concerned that therapy cannot work for them. They feel hopeless, or discouraged, or worried that they are beyond help. In fact, some have had previous therapy experiences that have reinforced these fears. If that is your experience, don't give up hope. We will work together to create a treatment plan tailored to address your individual needs. I am an active and engaged therapist, which means I will not sit back and quietly smoke a pipe while you lie on my office couch. I strive to create a collaborative therapy environment where you are an equal partner in identifying your treatment goals.
I specialize in cognitive behavioral and mindfulness-based treatment, specifically ACT, DBT, and trauma-focused therapy that is evidence-based, which means it has been shown to help people get better and stay better.
Many people come to me concerned that therapy cannot work for them. They feel hopeless, or discouraged, or worried that they are beyond help. In fact, some have had previous therapy experiences that have reinforced these fears. If that is your experience, don't give up hope. We will work together to create a treatment plan tailored to address your individual needs. I am an active and engaged therapist, which means I will not sit back and quietly smoke a pipe while you lie on my office couch. I strive to create a collaborative therapy environment where you are an equal partner in identifying your treatment goals.
I also use DBT often to encourage radical acceptance, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and mindfulness practices.
Hello there! I'm Jess, a clinician who strongly believes in the resilience of the human spirit. As someone who has had to "bounce back" several times in my own life, I understand how powerful authentic, transparent, and focused support can be. I am an advocate of self-love, empathetic communication, and the pursuit of a peaceful existence. I seek to collaborate with my clients to assist them in healing from past traumas, finding purpose, and utilizing gratitude to create a life of happiness and fulfillment. I hold a Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
I also use DBT often to encourage radical acceptance, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and mindfulness practices.
Hello there! I'm Jess, a clinician who strongly believes in the resilience of the human spirit. As someone who has had to "bounce back" several times in my own life, I understand how powerful authentic, transparent, and focused support can be. I am an advocate of self-love, empathetic communication, and the pursuit of a peaceful existence. I seek to collaborate with my clients to assist them in healing from past traumas, finding purpose, and utilizing gratitude to create a life of happiness and fulfillment. I hold a Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
I utilize multiple evidence-based modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, dialectical behavior therapy ( DBT), EMDR, and Gottman Method.
You and your partner can't seem to get out of a cycle of conflict. Or maybe you're runing into issues with a sexual desire mismatch.
I work with individuals and couples struggling with sexual desire concerns, communication issues, and interpersonal challenges. I also have experience working with anxiety, trauma, conflict management, and individuals in recovery from addiction.
Asking for help can be difficult, and I strive to create a comfortable environment that leads to deeper emotional processing, insight-building, and goal-setting. I approach therapy through a person-centered lens, focusing on what the client wants first.
I utilize multiple evidence-based modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, dialectical behavior therapy ( DBT), EMDR, and Gottman Method.
You and your partner can't seem to get out of a cycle of conflict. Or maybe you're runing into issues with a sexual desire mismatch.
I work with individuals and couples struggling with sexual desire concerns, communication issues, and interpersonal challenges. I also have experience working with anxiety, trauma, conflict management, and individuals in recovery from addiction.
Asking for help can be difficult, and I strive to create a comfortable environment that leads to deeper emotional processing, insight-building, and goal-setting. I approach therapy through a person-centered lens, focusing on what the client wants first.
I hold a bachelor's degree in Psychology and a master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I am an experienced Clinical Mental Health Therapist dedicated to helping adults overcome a variety of minor and difficult issues related to mental health needs. In my private practice, I create a non-judgmental and emotionally safe place for all clients.
I hold a bachelor's degree in Psychology and a master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I am an experienced Clinical Mental Health Therapist dedicated to helping adults overcome a variety of minor and difficult issues related to mental health needs. In my private practice, I create a non-judgmental and emotionally safe place for all clients.
As a therapist who has 20 years of experience in the field of mental health and another 5 years in forensic social work, I place the utmost care in providing professional mental health therapy for my clients. I pride myself in being respectful, positive and enthusiastic about the changes an individual can make if they choose to. I believe in collaborating with other agencies to ensure that my client's receive all the assistance they need. I'm available to do both individual and family therapy. I work provide services in office or virtually.
As a therapist who has 20 years of experience in the field of mental health and another 5 years in forensic social work, I place the utmost care in providing professional mental health therapy for my clients. I pride myself in being respectful, positive and enthusiastic about the changes an individual can make if they choose to. I believe in collaborating with other agencies to ensure that my client's receive all the assistance they need. I'm available to do both individual and family therapy. I work provide services in office or virtually.
I most often utilize CBT, DBT, ACT, Psychodynamic, and Family Systems modalities.
Welcome! I have experience providing individual and group therapy within the jail setting and case management experience with linking individuals reentering into society to community resources. I have a passion for working with individuals who have symptoms of GAD, PTSD, MDD, Bipolar Disorder, and Schizophrenia. I find it extremely important and valuable to create a space where individuals are not judged for who they are or what they have done. Everyone deserves to show up as their authentic self. I foster an environment that allows individuals to find strength and comfortability within who they are and who they want to be.
I most often utilize CBT, DBT, ACT, Psychodynamic, and Family Systems modalities.
Welcome! I have experience providing individual and group therapy within the jail setting and case management experience with linking individuals reentering into society to community resources. I have a passion for working with individuals who have symptoms of GAD, PTSD, MDD, Bipolar Disorder, and Schizophrenia. I find it extremely important and valuable to create a space where individuals are not judged for who they are or what they have done. Everyone deserves to show up as their authentic self. I foster an environment that allows individuals to find strength and comfortability within who they are and who they want to be.
Hi, I'm Naomi (she/her/hers), a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor at Allswell, Maryland's largest LGBTQ+ therapy clinic. I provide affirming therapy for LGBTQIA+ adults, as well as BIPOC individuals navigating complex trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. I'm sex-positive, kink-positive, and supportive of all relationship structures—from monogamy to polyamory. I create a trauma-informed space that prioritizes safety, cultural humility, and authenticity, where you can explore identity, sexuality, and relationships without judgment.
Hi, I'm Naomi (she/her/hers), a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor at Allswell, Maryland's largest LGBTQ+ therapy clinic. I provide affirming therapy for LGBTQIA+ adults, as well as BIPOC individuals navigating complex trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. I'm sex-positive, kink-positive, and supportive of all relationship structures—from monogamy to polyamory. I create a trauma-informed space that prioritizes safety, cultural humility, and authenticity, where you can explore identity, sexuality, and relationships without judgment.
Resiliently You Counseling and Consultation LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BS, MSW, LCSW-C
Online Only
We all possess resilience! Clients who decide to work with me may be having difficulty navigating their spiritual journey, stress, past trauma and current trauma responses, ADHD, anger management, anxiety, depression, family relationships, grief/bereavement, life transitions, medical issues/physical health, and intimate/romantic relationships. Everything I do, I do with authenticity and thus clients must be open to being their authentic self, open to feedback and think beyond what is in front of you.
We all possess resilience! Clients who decide to work with me may be having difficulty navigating their spiritual journey, stress, past trauma and current trauma responses, ADHD, anger management, anxiety, depression, family relationships, grief/bereavement, life transitions, medical issues/physical health, and intimate/romantic relationships. Everything I do, I do with authenticity and thus clients must be open to being their authentic self, open to feedback and think beyond what is in front of you.
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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.