The DBT Center of Pennsylvania-Erin O'Brien

Licensed Professional Counselor, M.Phil, LPC, DBT-LBC

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The DBT Center of Pennsylvania-Erin O'Brien

Licensed Professional Counselor, M.Phil, LPC, DBT-LBC (she, her)

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Richmond, VA 23220

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If your emotions feel exhausting, your relationships feel unstable, or you keep repeating patterns you promised yourself you’d stop, you may be the kind of client I help best. My ideal clients are adults and college students struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, BPD traits, panic, and chronic emotion dysregulation. Many come to me feeling hopeless after therapy that helped them understand the problem but not change it. Through adherent DBT, I help them build the skills to feel more in control, communicate effectively, and create a life that finally feels steady and worth living.

As a Linehan Board Certified DBT therapist, I help adults and college students overwhelmed by intense emotions, anxiety, perfectionism, BPD traits, and relationship pain. Through adherent DBT, individual therapy, and skills groups, I help clients feel more grounded, communicate effectively, and build a steadier, more fulfilling life.

Starting therapy can feel vulnerable, especially if you’ve already tried to “figure it out” on your own. If you’re ready for support that is both compassionate and structured, I’d love to help. Together, we can use DBT to help you feel safer in your emotions, more confident in relationships, and more connected to the life you want to build.

Call or Email The DBT Center of Pennsylvania-Erin O'Brien now for a free 15 minute consultation - (804) 331-2704

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Richmond, VA 23220

(804) 331-2704

Website

Currently I have a few rare openings for indi. virtual therapy and my DBT Skills Groups. I provide adherent DBT!

I specialize in Borderline Personality (BPD), Coping Skills and Self-Harming

$200 Per Session

I see individuals and groups

Let's Connect (804) 331-2704

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Richmond, VA 23220

(804) 331-2704

Website

Currently I have a few rare openings for indi. virtual therapy and my DBT Skills Groups. I provide adherent DBT!

I specialize in Borderline Personality (BPD), Coping Skills and Self-Harming

$200 Per Session

I see individuals and groups

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $200
Couple Sessions $250
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Out of Network

I do not accept insurance at this time but I can help you figure out how to submit a superbill to your insurance! I charge $150 per individual session and $80 per group session. I realize that those fees may not work with every budget, so please reach out as I may be able to offer you a discount.

The DBT Center of Pennsylvania-Erin O'Brien

Licensed Professional Counselor, M.Phil, LPC, DBT-LBC

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (804) 331-2704

The DBT Center of Pennsylvania-Erin O'Brien

Licensed Professional Counselor, M.Phil, LPC, DBT-LBC

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (804) 331-2704

Qualifications

Licensed Professional Counselor: Erin O'Brien

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Virginia / 0701013355 Erin O'Brien

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 12 years

Attended The University of Pennsylvania, Masters of Philosophy, Graduated 2014

Additional Credentials

Certificate from Linehan Board of DBT 3114 / 2023

I currently am licensed to treat clients in PA, DE, VA, and ID.

The DBT Center of Pennsylvania-Erin O'Brien

Licensed Professional Counselor, M.Phil, LPC, DBT-LBC

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (804) 331-2704

I currently am licensed to treat clients in PA, DE, VA, and ID.

The DBT Center of Pennsylvania-Erin O'Brien

Licensed Professional Counselor, M.Phil, LPC, DBT-LBC

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (804) 331-2704

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Borderline Personality (BPD)
Coping Skills
Self-Harming

Expertise

Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Chronic Impulsivity
Depression
Emotional Disturbance
Mood Disorders
Peer Relationships
Personality Disorders
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Stress
Suicidal Ideation

With over a decade of experience, I work specifically with those diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder. My approach is tailored for individuals who have been told they "feel too much," "overthink everything," or "are being dramatic." I guide you in learning how to self-validate and communicate your your needs more effectively.

The DBT Center of Pennsylvania-Erin O'Brien

Licensed Professional Counselor, M.Phil, LPC, DBT-LBC

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (804) 331-2704

The DBT Center of Pennsylvania-Erin O'Brien

Licensed Professional Counselor, M.Phil, LPC, DBT-LBC

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (804) 331-2704

6 Endorsements

Wes Francois, Black Male Therapist Offering EMDR

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Erin is a highly skilled DBT therapist and Linehan Board Certified clinician specializing in BPD and emotion dysregulation. She helps clients gain control, build stability, and create lasting change through structured, evidence-based care.

Cultural Identity/Anxiety Therapy - Weekends

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Erin is highly adept at working with people who have borderline personality disorder. She strikes the perfect blend between being warm and holding you accountable so that you can learn to sit with your big feelings, develop new skills and start thriving.

Jane Townsend - Pregnancy/Postpartum, Birth Trauma

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PMH-C

I highly recommend Erin for individuals seeking compassionate, evidence-based support for emotion dysregulation, anxiety and perfectionism. Clients working with Erin can expect thoughtful care, clinical excellence, and genuine support.

Alexandra Askenazi - Trauma, Relationships, & Loss

Counselor, LMHC-D, LPC

Erin is a skilled DBT therapist who creates a supportive space for meaningful growth and change. Her approach is collaborative and she offers practical tools that help clients build healthier relationships and improve the way they relate to their emotions.

Dr. Valerie Reyna-Narcissistic Abuse, Divorce

Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, RPT-S, CAdPT-A

Erin is wonderful at working with adults and young college students utilizing her DBT skills to help regulate and lower anxiety. Her passion for her work shines through and she can help create an environment to safely open up and learn new skills.

Kindra Westercamp, Couples Therapist

Psychologist, PhD

I highly recommend Erin as a skilled DBT endorsed therapist. She has extensive experience working with clients who present with a diagnosis of BPD.

Client Focus

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Group

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Group

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Dialectical Behavior (DBT)

I practice Dialectical Behavior Therapy in accordance with the established model, which encompasses individual DBT sessions, skills groups, and access to complimentary text coaching. Collaborating with me will provide you with the support of an empathetic confidant, along with the accountability you need, all in one.

The DBT Center of Pennsylvania-Erin O'Brien

Licensed Professional Counselor, M.Phil, LPC, DBT-LBC

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (804) 331-2704

The DBT Center of Pennsylvania-Erin O'Brien

Licensed Professional Counselor, M.Phil, LPC, DBT-LBC

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (804) 331-2704

Groups

Tues/PM DBT Skills Group

Hosted by

Erin O'Brien

The DBT Skills Group meets virtually every week and participants must attend for a 6-month period of time in order to fully grasp the skills being offered. Participants are also expected to be seeing an individual therapist weekly while in the group as the group is less about processing daily stressors and more about learning the skills. The individual therapy may be provided by me if space allows or provided by an outside therapist.

Expertise

Borderline Personality (BPD)

Depression

Self-Harming

Types of Therapy

Dialectical Behavior (DBT)

Age

Adults

Session Cost

$80+

Group Meets

Every Tue 5:30 P.M. - 7 P.M.

Email Erin O'Brien about this group or call - (804) 331-2704

Thurs/PM DBT Skills Group

Hosted by

Erin O'Brien

Expertise

Borderline Personality (BPD)

Depression

Self-Harming

Types of Therapy

Dialectical Behavior (DBT)

Age

Adults

Session Cost

$80+

Group Meets

Every Thu 5:30 P.M. - 7 P.M.

Email Erin O'Brien about this group or call - (804) 331-2704

Location

Primary Location

Richmond, VA 23220

(804) 331-2704

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Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

Currently I have a few rare openings for indi. virtual therapy and my DBT Skills Groups. I provide adherent DBT!

The DBT Center of Pennsylvania-Erin O'Brien

Licensed Professional Counselor, M.Phil, LPC, DBT-LBC

Call for a free consultation now - (804) 331-2704

Currently I have a few rare openings for indi. virtual therapy and my DBT Skills Groups. I provide adherent DBT!

The DBT Center of Pennsylvania-Erin O'Brien

Licensed Professional Counselor, M.Phil, LPC, DBT-LBC

Call for a free consultation now - (804) 331-2704

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