Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in China Spring, TX
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas with experience treating a variety of mental health needs in different settings. I earned my Masters in Psychology and my Bachelors in Psychology at Texas A&M University Commerce. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, mood disorders, trauma and abuse including Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, coping with grief and loss, & depression. I also have experience working with the military community and understand military culture. I work with those who are active-duty military as well as those who are now separated from service.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas with experience treating a variety of mental health needs in different settings. I earned my Masters in Psychology and my Bachelors in Psychology at Texas A&M University Commerce. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, mood disorders, trauma and abuse including Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, coping with grief and loss, & depression. I also have experience working with the military community and understand military culture. I work with those who are active-duty military as well as those who are now separated from service.
Over the last few years, I have had the honor to work with first responders, prior military, and their families to manage and heal from the disabling effects of trauma. This work expanded my career into the spaces of addiction, men’s issues, sexual trauma, grief and loss, and shame to name a few. Though this work I found a passion for working with relationships in trouble.
Over the last few years, I have had the honor to work with first responders, prior military, and their families to manage and heal from the disabling effects of trauma. This work expanded my career into the spaces of addiction, men’s issues, sexual trauma, grief and loss, and shame to name a few. Though this work I found a passion for working with relationships in trouble.
I offer a combination of DBT and CBT in individual settings.
My name is Sherry McNary and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I completed my graduate work through Tarleton State University. Throughout my education, my focus was on building an alliance with my clients that can transcend differences.
I offer a combination of DBT and CBT in individual settings.
My name is Sherry McNary and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I completed my graduate work through Tarleton State University. Throughout my education, my focus was on building an alliance with my clients that can transcend differences.
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I am a licensed psychologist in Texas dedicated to helping adolescents and adults navigate life’s challenges with compassion, clarity, and practical support. My approach is collaborative, down-to-earth, and grounded in evidence-based practices that help clients build resilience and create meaningful change.
I have specialized experience in forensic risk assessment, suicide prevention, crisis intervention, and trauma-informed care. I work with individuals experiencing all forms of challenges, behavioral concerns, and major life transitions, and I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard
I am a licensed psychologist in Texas dedicated to helping adolescents and adults navigate life’s challenges with compassion, clarity, and practical support. My approach is collaborative, down-to-earth, and grounded in evidence-based practices that help clients build resilience and create meaningful change.
I have specialized experience in forensic risk assessment, suicide prevention, crisis intervention, and trauma-informed care. I work with individuals experiencing all forms of challenges, behavioral concerns, and major life transitions, and I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard
Taking the first step toward therapy is already an act of courage — and you already have more strength than you may realize. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, or a life transition that's left you feeling unmoored, you deserve a space where that strength is seen, reflected back, and built upon. You are the expert of your own story. I'm here to help you hear it more clearly. During our work together, you'll be treated holistically — encompassing your physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.
Taking the first step toward therapy is already an act of courage — and you already have more strength than you may realize. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, or a life transition that's left you feeling unmoored, you deserve a space where that strength is seen, reflected back, and built upon. You are the expert of your own story. I'm here to help you hear it more clearly. During our work together, you'll be treated holistically — encompassing your physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.
Are you caught in a cycle of anxious thoughts, avoidance, and the quiet dread that things will never change? Whether you're managing OCD, social anxiety, or the kind of persistent worry that follows you everywhere, you deserve more than white-knuckling through another day. You don't need to have it all figured out to start — you just need to be willing. I'll meet you exactly where you are, with warmth, a clear game plan, and the occasional laugh along the way.
Are you caught in a cycle of anxious thoughts, avoidance, and the quiet dread that things will never change? Whether you're managing OCD, social anxiety, or the kind of persistent worry that follows you everywhere, you deserve more than white-knuckling through another day. You don't need to have it all figured out to start — you just need to be willing. I'll meet you exactly where you are, with warmth, a clear game plan, and the occasional laugh along the way.
Melissa L Schniers
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, NCC, BC-TMH, CCMHC
5 Endorsed
Online Only
My goal is to help you "get your life back" from mental illness, depression, anxiety, self-improvement, marriage conflict, PTSD, or difficult children. While I can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life.
My goal is to help you "get your life back" from mental illness, depression, anxiety, self-improvement, marriage conflict, PTSD, or difficult children. While I can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about your next step? Whether you’re adjusting to college life, navigating career changes, or trying to manage stress and anxiety, it’s easy to feel like you’re carrying the weight of it all. You don’t have to do it alone.
Whether you’re adjusting to college life, planning your career path, or simply looking for more balance, my goal is to support you in creating meaningful change and a stronger sense of well-being. My collaborative and practical approach aims to guide you toward balance and direction that align with your unique goals.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about your next step? Whether you’re adjusting to college life, navigating career changes, or trying to manage stress and anxiety, it’s easy to feel like you’re carrying the weight of it all. You don’t have to do it alone.
Whether you’re adjusting to college life, planning your career path, or simply looking for more balance, my goal is to support you in creating meaningful change and a stronger sense of well-being. My collaborative and practical approach aims to guide you toward balance and direction that align with your unique goals.
I often pull from Adlerian, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
My name is Maria Nowlin. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Board Certified Music Therapist, National Certified Counselor, and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. My practice specialty includes maternal mental health and trauma. I work with moms in all aspects of the motherhood journey. This can look like postpartum anxiety/depression, struggles with infertility, feeling overwhelmed with daily tasks, having no time for self-care, or parenting struggles. I also work with adults who have experienced trauma or are struggling to overcome complex trauma.
I often pull from Adlerian, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
My name is Maria Nowlin. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Board Certified Music Therapist, National Certified Counselor, and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. My practice specialty includes maternal mental health and trauma. I work with moms in all aspects of the motherhood journey. This can look like postpartum anxiety/depression, struggles with infertility, feeling overwhelmed with daily tasks, having no time for self-care, or parenting struggles. I also work with adults who have experienced trauma or are struggling to overcome complex trauma.
Hello, my name is Elsie Peña, and I feel honored you have chosen me to meet you here in this moment of life where you find yourself in currently. I am an LPC licensed in the state of Texas, I am passionate about guiding individuals and families toward mental, emotional, behavioral, spiritual, and relational well-being. I specialize in culturally appropriate counseling, with a focus on addressing mental health challenges related to immigration stress, acculturation difficulties, discrimination, grief, intergenerational family conflict, suicide, depression, and life transitions.
Hello, my name is Elsie Peña, and I feel honored you have chosen me to meet you here in this moment of life where you find yourself in currently. I am an LPC licensed in the state of Texas, I am passionate about guiding individuals and families toward mental, emotional, behavioral, spiritual, and relational well-being. I specialize in culturally appropriate counseling, with a focus on addressing mental health challenges related to immigration stress, acculturation difficulties, discrimination, grief, intergenerational family conflict, suicide, depression, and life transitions.
Therapy is a place to share, discover, and heal. Everyone has their own experiences in life that influence who they grow up to become in this world. I take pride in providing all with a safe space to share their experiences, discover more about themselves, and heal from anything that may prevent one from being their best self. Whether things seems perfect, or everything seems to be falling apart, talking to someone is always a good idea. My goal is to ensure all of my clients gain the tools they need to live the life they've always wanted to live, emotionally and mentally.
Therapy is a place to share, discover, and heal. Everyone has their own experiences in life that influence who they grow up to become in this world. I take pride in providing all with a safe space to share their experiences, discover more about themselves, and heal from anything that may prevent one from being their best self. Whether things seems perfect, or everything seems to be falling apart, talking to someone is always a good idea. My goal is to ensure all of my clients gain the tools they need to live the life they've always wanted to live, emotionally and mentally.
I like helping with many issues and conditions (see below). However, I have special experience with relationship issues (intimate partner, friendships and family). I have tools for improving relationships, identifying red and green flags, dealing with gaslighting, childhood abuse, affairs, building intimacy, and improving communication. I also enjoy working with clients with anxiety disorders (social anxiety, generalized anxiety, panic disorder, agoraphobia, etc.)
I work a lot with the LGBTQ+ community; People who are LGBTQ+ have special needs and I recognize and validate that.
I like helping with many issues and conditions (see below). However, I have special experience with relationship issues (intimate partner, friendships and family). I have tools for improving relationships, identifying red and green flags, dealing with gaslighting, childhood abuse, affairs, building intimacy, and improving communication. I also enjoy working with clients with anxiety disorders (social anxiety, generalized anxiety, panic disorder, agoraphobia, etc.)
I work a lot with the LGBTQ+ community; People who are LGBTQ+ have special needs and I recognize and validate that.
Learn to utilize DBT/CBT coping skills for a variety of disorders.
Finding it hard to speak up for yourself? Negative thoughts weigh you down? Poor choices making it difficult to move forward? Yeah you are human and so are all the other people around you. Heather will help you navigate those anxious negative thoughts, those interpersonal relationships you worry about at night and help you break free of the anxious loop with boundaries, assertiveness skills, mindfulness skills and other tools founded in evidence based practices.
Heather is Gottman Lvl 1 & 2 trained in couples counseling. Learn to communicate with your partner and move toward shared & personal goals with the support of one another.
Learn to utilize DBT/CBT coping skills for a variety of disorders.
Finding it hard to speak up for yourself? Negative thoughts weigh you down? Poor choices making it difficult to move forward? Yeah you are human and so are all the other people around you. Heather will help you navigate those anxious negative thoughts, those interpersonal relationships you worry about at night and help you break free of the anxious loop with boundaries, assertiveness skills, mindfulness skills and other tools founded in evidence based practices.
Heather is Gottman Lvl 1 & 2 trained in couples counseling. Learn to communicate with your partner and move toward shared & personal goals with the support of one another.
I prefer to work with adults and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT, person-centered, and solution focused approaches.
Stuck and not sure where to turn or who to talk to? Take a deep breath and start here. We all have stress in our lives. For some of us, it is juggling a job and a family, while for others, just getting through the day, minute by minute, can seem impossible. I'm here for all of it. I'm here for you.
I prefer to work with adults and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT, person-centered, and solution focused approaches.
Stuck and not sure where to turn or who to talk to? Take a deep breath and start here. We all have stress in our lives. For some of us, it is juggling a job and a family, while for others, just getting through the day, minute by minute, can seem impossible. I'm here for all of it. I'm here for you.
I try to create a safe and supportive space for my clients to explore their thoughts and feelings in. I tell my clients, "When you're here, you're in a no-judgment zone". I truly mean that.
I work with adults from ages 18-100. I'm affirming of all genders, orientations, religions, races, cultures, and worldviews. If you want to bring a pillow, cup of coffee, or your pet to a virtual session, they will be warmly welcomed!
I try to create a safe and supportive space for my clients to explore their thoughts and feelings in. I tell my clients, "When you're here, you're in a no-judgment zone". I truly mean that.
I work with adults from ages 18-100. I'm affirming of all genders, orientations, religions, races, cultures, and worldviews. If you want to bring a pillow, cup of coffee, or your pet to a virtual session, they will be warmly welcomed!
Circle M Counseling | Eating Disorder + OCD Help
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
4 Endorsed
Online Only
My approach is evidence-based using ERP, ACT, and DBT modalities.
How many hours of your day are consumed by thoughts of food, your body, fears, or intrusive and unwanted thoughts? Do your emotions feel out of control? Does your mind and body feel like a battlefield? If you resonate with any of these points, I'm so glad you found me. I'm Bobbie Shae Melton, LPC and I help people love their life, like their body, and calm their anxious mind.
My approach is evidence-based using ERP, ACT, and DBT modalities.
How many hours of your day are consumed by thoughts of food, your body, fears, or intrusive and unwanted thoughts? Do your emotions feel out of control? Does your mind and body feel like a battlefield? If you resonate with any of these points, I'm so glad you found me. I'm Bobbie Shae Melton, LPC and I help people love their life, like their body, and calm their anxious mind.
If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or weighed down by life’s challenges, you want relief and a sense of control again. You may be seeking help for your child who is struggling to cope, or for yourself as you work through stress, trauma, or big changes. You’re looking for a safe space—whether in English or Spanish—where you feel heard, understood, and supported while learning tools that help you heal, grow, and create a more peaceful, balanced life.
If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or weighed down by life’s challenges, you want relief and a sense of control again. You may be seeking help for your child who is struggling to cope, or for yourself as you work through stress, trauma, or big changes. You’re looking for a safe space—whether in English or Spanish—where you feel heard, understood, and supported while learning tools that help you heal, grow, and create a more peaceful, balanced life.
Ashley Steakley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
1 Endorsed
Waco, TX 76701
Waitlist for new clients
Life is a journey, and journeys are more manageable with a strong support system. My passion is working with children and families to navigate daily stress, anxiety, learn coping strategies for big changes or traumas, and building skills to be more successful in a variety of environments. My philosophy when working with children and adolescents is using play and creativity to learn a mix of abstract and concrete strategies in a safe environment. Let me support you and your child as they navigate emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, social skills, and transitions such as moving, divorce, or loss of a loved one.
Life is a journey, and journeys are more manageable with a strong support system. My passion is working with children and families to navigate daily stress, anxiety, learn coping strategies for big changes or traumas, and building skills to be more successful in a variety of environments. My philosophy when working with children and adolescents is using play and creativity to learn a mix of abstract and concrete strategies in a safe environment. Let me support you and your child as they navigate emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, social skills, and transitions such as moving, divorce, or loss of a loved one.
I specialize in life transitions, neurodivergence, complex trauma, and mood dysregulation. I work primarily with women, and jell particularly well with folks who want to understand themselves more fully, and those who are seeking to process parts of their experience that feel isolating. I want to offer you an environment that is trauma-informed and relationally comfortable. I have experience with clients from various cultural, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds, and strive to provide a space that is informed, individualized, and validating.
I specialize in life transitions, neurodivergence, complex trauma, and mood dysregulation. I work primarily with women, and jell particularly well with folks who want to understand themselves more fully, and those who are seeking to process parts of their experience that feel isolating. I want to offer you an environment that is trauma-informed and relationally comfortable. I have experience with clients from various cultural, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds, and strive to provide a space that is informed, individualized, and validating.
Welcome to the first and most courageous step of therapy - looking for help and support. I consider myself a compass helping adolescents, adults, families and parents by guiding them in the direction of health and well-being. People are already whole and complete. Sometimes life experiences, circumstances, illness and relationships can impose clouded judgment, maladaptive behavior, poor self esteem and obstacles from achieving what we truly desire and deserve. My approach is educative, supportive, trusting, safe, evidenced based and healing. Most importantly, I customize treatment plans unique to each client and at their pace..
Welcome to the first and most courageous step of therapy - looking for help and support. I consider myself a compass helping adolescents, adults, families and parents by guiding them in the direction of health and well-being. People are already whole and complete. Sometimes life experiences, circumstances, illness and relationships can impose clouded judgment, maladaptive behavior, poor self esteem and obstacles from achieving what we truly desire and deserve. My approach is educative, supportive, trusting, safe, evidenced based and healing. Most importantly, I customize treatment plans unique to each client and at their pace..
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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.