Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Saint Paul, MN
I feel privileged to help guide clients on a journey toward living more fulfilling lives. Whether client's struggle with anxiety, OCD, perfectionism or an eating disorder, my therapeutic style is to take a compassionate and nonjudgmental approach in our work together. I strive to meet clients wherever they are, and help them move towards where they want to be based on their own goals and values. I believe connection, collaboration and humor are essential qualities to fostering a trusting and warm therapeutic environment where I will encourage vulnerability and risk taking to help client's move towards what is important to them.
I feel privileged to help guide clients on a journey toward living more fulfilling lives. Whether client's struggle with anxiety, OCD, perfectionism or an eating disorder, my therapeutic style is to take a compassionate and nonjudgmental approach in our work together. I strive to meet clients wherever they are, and help them move towards where they want to be based on their own goals and values. I believe connection, collaboration and humor are essential qualities to fostering a trusting and warm therapeutic environment where I will encourage vulnerability and risk taking to help client's move towards what is important to them.
I enjoy working with people age 16+ who curious about themselves and empathetic to others. Curiosity and empathy help to facilitate deep therapeutic work even during periods of intense suffering, inner conflict, and "stuckness". My therapeutic style is warm and compassionate. I bring a calm and relaxed energy to sessions. I strive to maintain a non-judgmental openness within the therapeutic relationship in order to cultivate a compassionate relationship with all parts of our selves. I help people diagnosed with a wide variety of conditions but am particularly interested in trauma-related diagnoses.
I enjoy working with people age 16+ who curious about themselves and empathetic to others. Curiosity and empathy help to facilitate deep therapeutic work even during periods of intense suffering, inner conflict, and "stuckness". My therapeutic style is warm and compassionate. I bring a calm and relaxed energy to sessions. I strive to maintain a non-judgmental openness within the therapeutic relationship in order to cultivate a compassionate relationship with all parts of our selves. I help people diagnosed with a wide variety of conditions but am particularly interested in trauma-related diagnoses.
Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Empowerment/Strength Based Approaches; DBT; CBT; Solution Focused, Narrative Therapy; Healing Inner Child Wounds
Do you find yourself having thoughts that you just can't get out of your head or that the smallest thing sets you off? Is it difficult to shut your brain off at night or you keep replaying the same situation or experience? Maybe you become silent in situations or with others when speaking is necessary or even urgent. Do you have repeated nightmares or flashbacks of a situation that happened recently or a long time ago? Do you yell or overreact in situations or with other people and regret it later?
If you answered "yes" to any of these, we would be a good fit. The goal is calm, regulated, joyful, and inner peace.
Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Empowerment/Strength Based Approaches; DBT; CBT; Solution Focused, Narrative Therapy; Healing Inner Child Wounds
Do you find yourself having thoughts that you just can't get out of your head or that the smallest thing sets you off? Is it difficult to shut your brain off at night or you keep replaying the same situation or experience? Maybe you become silent in situations or with others when speaking is necessary or even urgent. Do you have repeated nightmares or flashbacks of a situation that happened recently or a long time ago? Do you yell or overreact in situations or with other people and regret it later?
If you answered "yes" to any of these, we would be a good fit. The goal is calm, regulated, joyful, and inner peace.
I use evidence‑based approaches like Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and teach problem‑solving skills to help you feel more grounded, empowered, and able to reach your goals.
When life feels overwhelming or you’re ready for real change, support can make all the difference. I work with adolescents and adults in a compassionate, down‑to‑earth way to help uncover what’s holding you back and move forward with clarity. With 30+ years of experience across community, school, and private practice settings, I focus on practical tools that work in real life—emotion regulation, anxiety reduction, self‑confidence, and healthier communication. You don’t have to do this alone.
I use evidence‑based approaches like Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and teach problem‑solving skills to help you feel more grounded, empowered, and able to reach your goals.
When life feels overwhelming or you’re ready for real change, support can make all the difference. I work with adolescents and adults in a compassionate, down‑to‑earth way to help uncover what’s holding you back and move forward with clarity. With 30+ years of experience across community, school, and private practice settings, I focus on practical tools that work in real life—emotion regulation, anxiety reduction, self‑confidence, and healthier communication. You don’t have to do this alone.
Let's work together to uncover strengths, confront challenges, and unlock potential by integrating somatic work, mindfulness CBT, DBT, and other modalities to support your well-being and growth.
As a dedicated and compassionate therapist, I am deeply committed to serving marginalized and underserved communities. My areas of specialization include trauma, with special emphasis on intergenerational and racial trauma, women's issues, identity issues, and addressing unique challenges that come with being an immigrant or refugee. I also enjoy working with college-age, international, and non-traditional students who often navigate complex transitions and cultural adjustments.
Let's work together to uncover strengths, confront challenges, and unlock potential by integrating somatic work, mindfulness CBT, DBT, and other modalities to support your well-being and growth.
As a dedicated and compassionate therapist, I am deeply committed to serving marginalized and underserved communities. My areas of specialization include trauma, with special emphasis on intergenerational and racial trauma, women's issues, identity issues, and addressing unique challenges that come with being an immigrant or refugee. I also enjoy working with college-age, international, and non-traditional students who often navigate complex transitions and cultural adjustments.
I integrate mindfulness and DBT skills to enhance emotion regulation and self-expression.
I believe that by reconnecting with your sense of self, people can heal. I work with adults who are dealing with trauma, PTSD, grief/loss and major life changes like an unexpected medical diagnosis. I have experience supporting caregivers and individuals navigating psychosis. I enjoy working with artists and creative individuals, helping them navigate the challenges that come with a creative life.
I integrate mindfulness and DBT skills to enhance emotion regulation and self-expression.
I believe that by reconnecting with your sense of self, people can heal. I work with adults who are dealing with trauma, PTSD, grief/loss and major life changes like an unexpected medical diagnosis. I have experience supporting caregivers and individuals navigating psychosis. I enjoy working with artists and creative individuals, helping them navigate the challenges that come with a creative life.
I specialize in working with men who are at a turning point in their lives and needing to make change, feeling held back by old patterns or fears, and wanting to understand different parts of themselves.
If you want to feel less anxious, less overwhelmed, less ashamed, and more available in your life and relationships, we could be a great fit.
I specialize in working with men who are at a turning point in their lives and needing to make change, feeling held back by old patterns or fears, and wanting to understand different parts of themselves.
If you want to feel less anxious, less overwhelmed, less ashamed, and more available in your life and relationships, we could be a great fit.
When it comes to therapy, I know it takes a lot to find the "right" therapist and it is an investment in time, energy and resources, so making it worthwhile is important. You will find my approach validating as well as direct.
Whether it is you getting overwhelmed at work, angry all the time, not being able to say "no," can't get rid of that perfectionism, relationship issues, parenting, trauma or aging...I am your therapist. We will work together to get you to your goals.
My philosophy is to get things figured out so you can get back to living your life.
When it comes to therapy, I know it takes a lot to find the "right" therapist and it is an investment in time, energy and resources, so making it worthwhile is important. You will find my approach validating as well as direct.
Whether it is you getting overwhelmed at work, angry all the time, not being able to say "no," can't get rid of that perfectionism, relationship issues, parenting, trauma or aging...I am your therapist. We will work together to get you to your goals.
My philosophy is to get things figured out so you can get back to living your life.
On the journey to finding our authentic selves, we must learn to ground and connect before we can grown and flourish. This is exactly what Root & Rise Psychotherapy wishes to do. Let us help you on your own journey of running into yourself, making choices that honor your values, and moving forward in life with conscious awareness and confidence.
On the journey to finding our authentic selves, we must learn to ground and connect before we can grown and flourish. This is exactly what Root & Rise Psychotherapy wishes to do. Let us help you on your own journey of running into yourself, making choices that honor your values, and moving forward in life with conscious awareness and confidence.
My goal is to provide a safe, comfortable and non-judgmental environment. A space that allows people to heal, grow and make positive change. I strongly believe in the healing power of therapy. I work with you to help identify the barriers that are getting in the way and provide the tools to overcome them.
My goal is to provide a safe, comfortable and non-judgmental environment. A space that allows people to heal, grow and make positive change. I strongly believe in the healing power of therapy. I work with you to help identify the barriers that are getting in the way and provide the tools to overcome them.
I'm trained in ART, EMDR, and DBT.
Making changes in life can often feel challenging. Uncertainty and self-doubt may create difficulties in finding a clear path forward. Through collaboration, we can identify desired changes and establish steps to achieve them. Therapy can support individuals experiencing emotional pain or problems by facilitating the change they seek. I utilize both EMDR and ART therapies to address various mental health conditions, including trauma, addiction, depression, grief, and anxiety. Additionally, as a certified yoga instructor, I incorporate somatic work into my practice.
I'm trained in ART, EMDR, and DBT.
Making changes in life can often feel challenging. Uncertainty and self-doubt may create difficulties in finding a clear path forward. Through collaboration, we can identify desired changes and establish steps to achieve them. Therapy can support individuals experiencing emotional pain or problems by facilitating the change they seek. I utilize both EMDR and ART therapies to address various mental health conditions, including trauma, addiction, depression, grief, and anxiety. Additionally, as a certified yoga instructor, I incorporate somatic work into my practice.
My name is Sarah Boyd, and I'm a licensed clinical therapist specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, relational issues, psychosis, serious and persistent mental illness (SPMI), personality disorders, substance use, co-occurring disorders, and neurodivergence. My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and collaborative space where you can gain clarity, develop effective coping strategies, and move toward lasting change. I hope that through a collaborative relationship, I can empower individuals to make positive changes toward their goals in an effort to improve their overall well-being.
My name is Sarah Boyd, and I'm a licensed clinical therapist specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, relational issues, psychosis, serious and persistent mental illness (SPMI), personality disorders, substance use, co-occurring disorders, and neurodivergence. My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and collaborative space where you can gain clarity, develop effective coping strategies, and move toward lasting change. I hope that through a collaborative relationship, I can empower individuals to make positive changes toward their goals in an effort to improve their overall well-being.
Hello, my name is Jamie. I am a licensed mental health therapist in the states of MN and WI. I have over ten years of experience supporting individuals through healing, growth and self-discovery. I enjoy working with a diverse group of people. I view each client as a gift.
We all need a little bit of help sometimes. It takes courage to take that next step. Let me help you taking this step on your journey. I am a strong believer of lifelong learning, and I would love to be a partner on your path, if even for a short time.
I approach therapy with compassion and curiosity. I have a deep respect for each person's unique story.
Hello, my name is Jamie. I am a licensed mental health therapist in the states of MN and WI. I have over ten years of experience supporting individuals through healing, growth and self-discovery. I enjoy working with a diverse group of people. I view each client as a gift.
We all need a little bit of help sometimes. It takes courage to take that next step. Let me help you taking this step on your journey. I am a strong believer of lifelong learning, and I would love to be a partner on your path, if even for a short time.
I approach therapy with compassion and curiosity. I have a deep respect for each person's unique story.
I work with adults and young adults in my individual and DBT skills groups who are working on depression, anxiety, trauma, stress management, and shame symptoms.
I utilize an integrative approach with Cognitive-Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) , and Prolonged Exposure. I am currently only accepting client for stage 1 DBT, which entails DBT individual and skills group, at this time. My approach is to be direct and supportive in a nonjudgmental manner.
I work with adults and young adults in my individual and DBT skills groups who are working on depression, anxiety, trauma, stress management, and shame symptoms.
I utilize an integrative approach with Cognitive-Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) , and Prolonged Exposure. I am currently only accepting client for stage 1 DBT, which entails DBT individual and skills group, at this time. My approach is to be direct and supportive in a nonjudgmental manner.
We offer various therapy groups including DBT, Healthy Relationships, and Nutritional Wellness, ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy), & TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation).
“We believe that women can start their lives anew!” Our team of professionals have extensive knowledge in providing trauma-responsive and chemical health outpatient individual and group therapy. ANEW is proud to be serving women, children and their families! Although we specialize in serving women and children, we'd love to help any individual looking for help. Our brand new, inviting and calming, beautiful space is a great place to start ANEW!
We offer various therapy groups including DBT, Healthy Relationships, and Nutritional Wellness, ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy), & TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation).
“We believe that women can start their lives anew!” Our team of professionals have extensive knowledge in providing trauma-responsive and chemical health outpatient individual and group therapy. ANEW is proud to be serving women, children and their families! Although we specialize in serving women and children, we'd love to help any individual looking for help. Our brand new, inviting and calming, beautiful space is a great place to start ANEW!
I partner with clients to nurture healing, growth, and resiliency. In every instance, I will take time to ascertain how to evoke my clients’ strengths, helping them effectively mobilize their own capabilities. In this way, every person I work with ends up with practiced skill sets of their own to take with them after therapy has concluded.
I partner with clients to nurture healing, growth, and resiliency. In every instance, I will take time to ascertain how to evoke my clients’ strengths, helping them effectively mobilize their own capabilities. In this way, every person I work with ends up with practiced skill sets of their own to take with them after therapy has concluded.
I also utilize a mixture of Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT) skills, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) in my work.
Clients seeing me will benefit from developing insight into their strengths, a fostering (or improvement) of personal accountability, and nuanced treatment specific to each person. I offer nonjudgmental support to people experiencing a variety of concerns, and I integrate humor (when appropriate), empathy, and openness into each of my sessions. Clients can also expect knowledge of neurobiological functioning, family systems awareness, and a trauma informed lens to be integrated throughout my practice.
I also utilize a mixture of Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT) skills, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) in my work.
Clients seeing me will benefit from developing insight into their strengths, a fostering (or improvement) of personal accountability, and nuanced treatment specific to each person. I offer nonjudgmental support to people experiencing a variety of concerns, and I integrate humor (when appropriate), empathy, and openness into each of my sessions. Clients can also expect knowledge of neurobiological functioning, family systems awareness, and a trauma informed lens to be integrated throughout my practice.
Life can be difficult. All of us face challenges, setbacks, and painful emotions. When the weight of it all feels too heavy to bear alone, I'm here to listen and support you. You don't have to walk alone in your journey. Showing vulnerability takes courage. Healing often requires us to face parts of ourselves we would rather avoid. But in the end, we are all human - imperfect and complex. There is no shame in seeking therapy and support. In fact, it demonstrates remarkable strength. Sometimes, taking the first step is difficult and I recognize the courage this takes. I understand how hard it can be to reach out for help.
Life can be difficult. All of us face challenges, setbacks, and painful emotions. When the weight of it all feels too heavy to bear alone, I'm here to listen and support you. You don't have to walk alone in your journey. Showing vulnerability takes courage. Healing often requires us to face parts of ourselves we would rather avoid. But in the end, we are all human - imperfect and complex. There is no shame in seeking therapy and support. In fact, it demonstrates remarkable strength. Sometimes, taking the first step is difficult and I recognize the courage this takes. I understand how hard it can be to reach out for help.
Outwardly your life appears good. You’re accomplished, educated, and successful. You’ve mastered the art of presentation, the illusion of perfection. But inside, you aren’t happy, never feeling good enough with that internal voice reminding you where you fall short. You are irritable, flat, tearful and hanging on by a thread. Recently, it's gotten worse. The years of keeping it together have left you exhausted, overwhelmed, stressed, and not even recognizing yourself. Feeling disappointed, disillusioned and dissatisfied, you’re desperate for a change. Should you get divorced, change careers, or drive away in the middle of the night?
Outwardly your life appears good. You’re accomplished, educated, and successful. You’ve mastered the art of presentation, the illusion of perfection. But inside, you aren’t happy, never feeling good enough with that internal voice reminding you where you fall short. You are irritable, flat, tearful and hanging on by a thread. Recently, it's gotten worse. The years of keeping it together have left you exhausted, overwhelmed, stressed, and not even recognizing yourself. Feeling disappointed, disillusioned and dissatisfied, you’re desperate for a change. Should you get divorced, change careers, or drive away in the middle of the night?
I have a passion for DBT and love teaching to increase skillfulness in areas of mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation and interpersonal effectiveness.
I specialize in Dialectic Behavioral Therapy ( DBT) and offer state-certified DBT IOP (intensive outpatient programing) services for young adults. I also offer general psychotherapy services and executive functioning/ADHD coaching for individuals ages 12 and older.
I have a passion for DBT and love teaching to increase skillfulness in areas of mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation and interpersonal effectiveness.
I specialize in Dialectic Behavioral Therapy ( DBT) and offer state-certified DBT IOP (intensive outpatient programing) services for young adults. I also offer general psychotherapy services and executive functioning/ADHD coaching for individuals ages 12 and older.
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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.