Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Weddington, NC
Melinda Willison
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, LCMHC, NCC
1 Endorsed
Weddington, NC 28104
Humanity thrives through relationships, yet these same relationships often spawn challenges creating various levels and types of mental distress. Mental distress leads to second guessing, criticism of self and others, even hopelessness. As a result, gaining a guide to support personal navigation through the situational dynamics are desired in order to gain insight and skills to be confident in steps forward to a better life.
Humanity thrives through relationships, yet these same relationships often spawn challenges creating various levels and types of mental distress. Mental distress leads to second guessing, criticism of self and others, even hopelessness. As a result, gaining a guide to support personal navigation through the situational dynamics are desired in order to gain insight and skills to be confident in steps forward to a better life.
I am intensively trained in DBT and have over 20 years of mindfulness experience.
When faced with anxiety or life's challenges, you often wonder if there is anything you can do to truly feel better or transform yourself. It seems like you’ve tried everything, and nothing has worked. Strong emotions are causing other issues -trouble relating with others, over/under eating, problems with work or family relationships or even more serious issues. At times, relationship struggles leave you wondering "should I stay or go?" but it can be hard to navigate this alone. The "real you" is in there, but hard to find. Life's challenges sometimes require a confidential, safe perspective and a space to release old burdens.
I am intensively trained in DBT and have over 20 years of mindfulness experience.
When faced with anxiety or life's challenges, you often wonder if there is anything you can do to truly feel better or transform yourself. It seems like you’ve tried everything, and nothing has worked. Strong emotions are causing other issues -trouble relating with others, over/under eating, problems with work or family relationships or even more serious issues. At times, relationship struggles leave you wondering "should I stay or go?" but it can be hard to navigate this alone. The "real you" is in there, but hard to find. Life's challenges sometimes require a confidential, safe perspective and a space to release old burdens.
Do you ever lay awake at night thinking about things you want to change, thinking about how you want to be happier, thinking that you wish someone understood what you were going through? I am here to help guide you through the process to begin working towards your desired change. I sincerely believe in treating the whole person and understand that many of us have experienced previous trauma/negative experiences, excessive worries that effects our ability to be what and who we want to be in many different areas of our lives.
Do you ever lay awake at night thinking about things you want to change, thinking about how you want to be happier, thinking that you wish someone understood what you were going through? I am here to help guide you through the process to begin working towards your desired change. I sincerely believe in treating the whole person and understand that many of us have experienced previous trauma/negative experiences, excessive worries that effects our ability to be what and who we want to be in many different areas of our lives.
My approach is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) while drawing techniques from Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) and other modalities to meet your specific needs.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from yourself or others? Life brings transitions and challenges that can impact your mood, relationships, and sense of purpose. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, or life changes, therapy can be a space to pause, reflect, and heal. I work with teens, emerging adults, and adults to help them better understand their emotions, develop effective coping strategies, and build healthier relationships with themselves and others.
My approach is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) while drawing techniques from Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) and other modalities to meet your specific needs.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from yourself or others? Life brings transitions and challenges that can impact your mood, relationships, and sense of purpose. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, or life changes, therapy can be a space to pause, reflect, and heal. I work with teens, emerging adults, and adults to help them better understand their emotions, develop effective coping strategies, and build healthier relationships with themselves and others.
Life can unravel quietly or all at once. Maybe you’ve been holding everything together for too long, or you’ve hit a point where the stress, sadness, anxiety, or constant overthinking feels heavier than it used to. You might be wondering how you ended up here, why things feel so overwhelming, or why it seems like no one truly understands what you’re going through. You don’t have to navigate this alone.
I work with individuals, couples, and families who want to feel more grounded, more hopeful, and more in control of their emotional world.
Life can unravel quietly or all at once. Maybe you’ve been holding everything together for too long, or you’ve hit a point where the stress, sadness, anxiety, or constant overthinking feels heavier than it used to. You might be wondering how you ended up here, why things feel so overwhelming, or why it seems like no one truly understands what you’re going through. You don’t have to navigate this alone.
I work with individuals, couples, and families who want to feel more grounded, more hopeful, and more in control of their emotional world.
By integrating CBT and DBT, I provide practical, daily tools to manage thoughts and regulate intense emotions for measurable, real progress.
My goal is to help you heal your whole self, reclaim your life, and restore your peace. Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by patterns that no longer serve you? You don’t have to carry the weight of your past or the chaos of your present alone. Whether you are battling a constant sense of dread, feeling stuck in cycles of addiction, or struggling to find your footing after trauma, I provide the specialized expertise and clinical tools necessary to help you move from surviving to thriving. Licensed in California and North Carolina, I am proficient in high-impact clinical work for Trauma, PTSD, Anxiety, and Addiction.
By integrating CBT and DBT, I provide practical, daily tools to manage thoughts and regulate intense emotions for measurable, real progress.
My goal is to help you heal your whole self, reclaim your life, and restore your peace. Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by patterns that no longer serve you? You don’t have to carry the weight of your past or the chaos of your present alone. Whether you are battling a constant sense of dread, feeling stuck in cycles of addiction, or struggling to find your footing after trauma, I provide the specialized expertise and clinical tools necessary to help you move from surviving to thriving. Licensed in California and North Carolina, I am proficient in high-impact clinical work for Trauma, PTSD, Anxiety, and Addiction.
Using DBT, I teach practical coping skills kids and parents can use every day.
In therapy, I often use Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), a skills-based approach that teaches practical tools for managing emotions, improving communication. In addition to therapy, I also offer comprehensive ADHD and learning disability assessments to help clarify your child’s needs and support their success at home, in school, and beyond.
Using DBT, I teach practical coping skills kids and parents can use every day.
In therapy, I often use Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), a skills-based approach that teaches practical tools for managing emotions, improving communication. In addition to therapy, I also offer comprehensive ADHD and learning disability assessments to help clarify your child’s needs and support their success at home, in school, and beyond.
At Bright View Counseling we are breaking the traditional mold of talk therapy and counseling and bringing a new, brighter idea of what therapy could and should look like with our ‘Therapy With A Twist!’ approach. Our therapy approach is holistic, humanistic, and person-focused. We bring the power of the natural world into the therapeutic process. We take walks outside, participate in outdoor activities with clients, and integrate activities and games. We also get a helping paw from our office dog, Charlotte, who comes into sessions to provide a furry friend to hug, pet, and receive emotional support from.
At Bright View Counseling we are breaking the traditional mold of talk therapy and counseling and bringing a new, brighter idea of what therapy could and should look like with our ‘Therapy With A Twist!’ approach. Our therapy approach is holistic, humanistic, and person-focused. We bring the power of the natural world into the therapeutic process. We take walks outside, participate in outdoor activities with clients, and integrate activities and games. We also get a helping paw from our office dog, Charlotte, who comes into sessions to provide a furry friend to hug, pet, and receive emotional support from.
I have received advanced training in both Trauma-informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
Life can be challenging, and we are not meant to travel it alone. Each of us, at times, needs another person to walk alongside us as we sort things out. I am honored to serve in this role, working with you through life's difficulties, transitions, tragedies, and triumphs. Very few challenges are insurmountable. Sometimes it just takes some added support.
I have received advanced training in both Trauma-informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
Life can be challenging, and we are not meant to travel it alone. Each of us, at times, needs another person to walk alongside us as we sort things out. I am honored to serve in this role, working with you through life's difficulties, transitions, tragedies, and triumphs. Very few challenges are insurmountable. Sometimes it just takes some added support.
From there, we’ll tailor our work to your goals using evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) skills.
I’m Dr. Samantha Martinez, a licensed psychologist who works with individuals across the lifespan—from children to adults, athletes to professionals, parents to students. My work spans therapy, consultation, and assessment, and while each of those services looks a little different, the heart of my approach is always the same: helping you make sense of what’s happening and take meaningful steps forward.
From there, we’ll tailor our work to your goals using evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) skills.
I’m Dr. Samantha Martinez, a licensed psychologist who works with individuals across the lifespan—from children to adults, athletes to professionals, parents to students. My work spans therapy, consultation, and assessment, and while each of those services looks a little different, the heart of my approach is always the same: helping you make sense of what’s happening and take meaningful steps forward.
Pamela Poston
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, PhD, MA, LCMHC
Weddington, NC 28104
Not accepting new clients
Call for an appointment if you struggle with ADHD, anxiety, chronic illness, surgery preparation, prenatal or postpartum depression, relationship challenges, stress management, life skills, life transitions, insomnia, or want to create a healthier lifestyle. I blend Eastern philosophy with Western psychology in my holistic practice. If you have tried traditional therapy and have not found relief, I'd love the opportunity to help you become the best version of yourself. I regret to inform potential clients that I have been and continue to be on medical leave. I will update you when I can practice again. Thanks
Call for an appointment if you struggle with ADHD, anxiety, chronic illness, surgery preparation, prenatal or postpartum depression, relationship challenges, stress management, life skills, life transitions, insomnia, or want to create a healthier lifestyle. I blend Eastern philosophy with Western psychology in my holistic practice. If you have tried traditional therapy and have not found relief, I'd love the opportunity to help you become the best version of yourself. I regret to inform potential clients that I have been and continue to be on medical leave. I will update you when I can practice again. Thanks
Do you wake up feeling unsatisfied and unsure of yourself, your life and even those around you? Do you feel like you’re disconnected and unplugged from the world around you? Have you experienced things that you don’t want to think about, let alone talk about? You can get free of the past and find meaning and purpose in your life’s journey. “I am not what happened to me, I am what I chose to become” this quote by Carl Jung exemplifies my philosophy working with clients. Let’s partner together to clear that fog and find the light of your life’s lighthouse.
Do you wake up feeling unsatisfied and unsure of yourself, your life and even those around you? Do you feel like you’re disconnected and unplugged from the world around you? Have you experienced things that you don’t want to think about, let alone talk about? You can get free of the past and find meaning and purpose in your life’s journey. “I am not what happened to me, I am what I chose to become” this quote by Carl Jung exemplifies my philosophy working with clients. Let’s partner together to clear that fog and find the light of your life’s lighthouse.
Charleen 'charlie' Jarvis
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LPC, NCC
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
We face challenges every day that impact our daily functioning. They can be relationship issues, parenting stress, life transitions, mood regulation and much more. Some we overcome with proud success building our confidence. Others seem impossible to resolve leaving us with a sense of loss or despair. I dedicate my passion as a licensed professional counselor to create a therapeutic relationship that will cultivate a learning environment to approach these challenges and reach goals of balance and clarity.
We face challenges every day that impact our daily functioning. They can be relationship issues, parenting stress, life transitions, mood regulation and much more. Some we overcome with proud success building our confidence. Others seem impossible to resolve leaving us with a sense of loss or despair. I dedicate my passion as a licensed professional counselor to create a therapeutic relationship that will cultivate a learning environment to approach these challenges and reach goals of balance and clarity.
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My ideal client is someone feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma, or major life transitions. They may struggle with self-esteem, stress, or feeling stuck emotionally or mentally. They want clarity, peace, and healthier ways to cope but may feel unsure where to start. They are seeking a supportive, culturally responsive therapist who understands their lived experiences and helps them build resilience, confidence, and balance. I am ready to help you get to your BETTER.
My ideal client is someone feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma, or major life transitions. They may struggle with self-esteem, stress, or feeling stuck emotionally or mentally. They want clarity, peace, and healthier ways to cope but may feel unsure where to start. They are seeking a supportive, culturally responsive therapist who understands their lived experiences and helps them build resilience, confidence, and balance. I am ready to help you get to your BETTER.
In my practice, I value the importance of creating a warm and welcoming space in order to develop a therapeutic relationship with the clients that I work with built on trust, safety, and compassion. I believe that getting to know yourself takes courage and strength, which provides an opportunity for healing and growth. I have a passion for and specialize in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), trauma, as well as perinatal (pregnancy and postpartum) mental health.
In my practice, I value the importance of creating a warm and welcoming space in order to develop a therapeutic relationship with the clients that I work with built on trust, safety, and compassion. I believe that getting to know yourself takes courage and strength, which provides an opportunity for healing and growth. I have a passion for and specialize in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), trauma, as well as perinatal (pregnancy and postpartum) mental health.
Life can feel overwhelming, and it’s not always clear where to start. I provide a supportive space for people of all ages to explore challenges, process emotions, and gain clarity about what matters most in their lives.
Life can feel overwhelming, and it’s not always clear where to start. I provide a supportive space for people of all ages to explore challenges, process emotions, and gain clarity about what matters most in their lives.
Accepting new clients. I help women who have discovered infidelity connected to a partner’s sexual addiction or pornography use. Many come to therapy after uncovering secret sexual behaviors, repeated betrayal, or online affairs and feel shocked, anxious, and unsure of themselves. They often experience betrayal trauma symptoms such as hypervigilance, panic, and loss of trust in their own judgment. My work focuses on supporting the betrayed partner first, helping them stabilize emotionally and move forward with clarity, whether they stay, separate, or are still deciding.
Accepting new clients. I help women who have discovered infidelity connected to a partner’s sexual addiction or pornography use. Many come to therapy after uncovering secret sexual behaviors, repeated betrayal, or online affairs and feel shocked, anxious, and unsure of themselves. They often experience betrayal trauma symptoms such as hypervigilance, panic, and loss of trust in their own judgment. My work focuses on supporting the betrayed partner first, helping them stabilize emotionally and move forward with clarity, whether they stay, separate, or are still deciding.
I am a fully licensed clinical social worker with nearly 10 years of experience in the field. My experience varies from being a therapeutic mentor, a supervisor for other LCSWs, and working with persons served as a therapist/clinician. My approach is strength-based and person-centered. I work with all ages from 6 and up, with a focus on adolescents, teens, and adults. My approach is strength-based, person-centered. You take control of a session, direct therapy, goals, and interventions to suit what works for you.
I am a fully licensed clinical social worker with nearly 10 years of experience in the field. My experience varies from being a therapeutic mentor, a supervisor for other LCSWs, and working with persons served as a therapist/clinician. My approach is strength-based and person-centered. I work with all ages from 6 and up, with a focus on adolescents, teens, and adults. My approach is strength-based, person-centered. You take control of a session, direct therapy, goals, and interventions to suit what works for you.
Hello! I am a Licensed Mental Health Therapist, Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist and also provides Substance Use counseling Supervision! I am a Certified Clinical Supervisor with the NCASPPB for aspiring CADC, LCAS and CCS. I have of 10 years of experience in my Supervisory Role. I have over 15 years of experience in both the Mental Health and Substance Use field.
Hello! I am a Licensed Mental Health Therapist, Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist and also provides Substance Use counseling Supervision! I am a Certified Clinical Supervisor with the NCASPPB for aspiring CADC, LCAS and CCS. I have of 10 years of experience in my Supervisory Role. I have over 15 years of experience in both the Mental Health and Substance Use field.
I specialize in helping individuals whose wellbeing has been disrupted by loss, trauma, and stress to regain their footing and get the most out of life. Utilizing a person-centered solution focused approach, I encourage clients to engage in and strengthen their innate ability to heal and grow even in the midst of difficult circumstances. The journey to healing is a collaborative process where therapist and client work together to achieve the desired outcome. A variety of therapeutic techniques are employed to support each person as they strive towards health and positive growth to gain a refreshed outlook on life.
I specialize in helping individuals whose wellbeing has been disrupted by loss, trauma, and stress to regain their footing and get the most out of life. Utilizing a person-centered solution focused approach, I encourage clients to engage in and strengthen their innate ability to heal and grow even in the midst of difficult circumstances. The journey to healing is a collaborative process where therapist and client work together to achieve the desired outcome. A variety of therapeutic techniques are employed to support each person as they strive towards health and positive growth to gain a refreshed outlook on life.
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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.