Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in San Antonio, TX
Cathi Heare
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78260
I largely utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) while working with individuals, couples and families to live a more wholehearted life.
I work primarily with older adolescents, and adults. As I believe we are a combination of mind, body and spirit, I address each area with compassionate care for supported growth. My openness and gentleness help me to therapeutically partner with clients seeking to make positive life changes.
I largely utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) while working with individuals, couples and families to live a more wholehearted life.
I work primarily with older adolescents, and adults. As I believe we are a combination of mind, body and spirit, I address each area with compassionate care for supported growth. My openness and gentleness help me to therapeutically partner with clients seeking to make positive life changes.
Victoria Shonebarger
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78229
With that in mind, I utilize various therapeutic techniques from different modalities such as, CBT, DBT and Person-Centered Therapy to best meet your needs.
We can all agree that life can be challenging. Whether you are navigating a tough season or seeking to enhance your well-being and relationships during a stable time, I’m here to support you. In our sessions, you’ll find a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your anxieties, fears, and celebrate your successes. My goal is to guide you in recognizing your strengths and areas for growth, foster effective communication, and help you learn to appreciate all the wonderful things about yourself.
With that in mind, I utilize various therapeutic techniques from different modalities such as, CBT, DBT and Person-Centered Therapy to best meet your needs.
We can all agree that life can be challenging. Whether you are navigating a tough season or seeking to enhance your well-being and relationships during a stable time, I’m here to support you. In our sessions, you’ll find a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your anxieties, fears, and celebrate your successes. My goal is to guide you in recognizing your strengths and areas for growth, foster effective communication, and help you learn to appreciate all the wonderful things about yourself.
Maryna Niedovies
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LPC-A
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78253
You'll gain practical emotional regulation skills through Dialectical Behavior techniques.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from yourself and others? Maybe anxiety, self-doubt, or past experiences are keeping you from living the life you truly want. You might find yourself repeating unhealthy patterns, struggling in relationships, or feeling uncertain about your next steps. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it alone.
You'll gain practical emotional regulation skills through Dialectical Behavior techniques.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from yourself and others? Maybe anxiety, self-doubt, or past experiences are keeping you from living the life you truly want. You might find yourself repeating unhealthy patterns, struggling in relationships, or feeling uncertain about your next steps. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it alone.
Rebecca A. Hagerling
Licensed Professional Counselor, CMDP, C-DBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Combining this with DBT can also be beneficial in learning how to manage overwhelming emotions.
My great passion as a Health & Wellness Professional is to help you build a healthier relationship with food & your body, cultivate emotional agility to freely express yourself, & be able to communicate your needs/wants to others more effectively. While I’d love to help you improve your mental health through physical activity & balanced nutrition, I also understand that everyone’s starting point in therapy can look very different. It would be my pleasure in meeting you where you are in your journey to help build your own tool box of skills so that you can lead the life you deserve to live.
Combining this with DBT can also be beneficial in learning how to manage overwhelming emotions.
My great passion as a Health & Wellness Professional is to help you build a healthier relationship with food & your body, cultivate emotional agility to freely express yourself, & be able to communicate your needs/wants to others more effectively. While I’d love to help you improve your mental health through physical activity & balanced nutrition, I also understand that everyone’s starting point in therapy can look very different. It would be my pleasure in meeting you where you are in your journey to help build your own tool box of skills so that you can lead the life you deserve to live.
As a clinical social worker I have experience in using cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and brief solution focused.
The best part of being a therapist is being able to walk with a person as they explore their own personal growth and get through some of the most challenging parts of their life. I have the pleasure of helping by educating with tools and strategies that can be helpful along the way. I enjoy working with individuals as they learn to be their best selves and operate in the world they currently live in regardless of what that looks like. When working with clients I like to have a strengths-based focus as well as a holistic approach that considers the whole picture that can help with the overall wellness of the individual.
As a clinical social worker I have experience in using cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and brief solution focused.
The best part of being a therapist is being able to walk with a person as they explore their own personal growth and get through some of the most challenging parts of their life. I have the pleasure of helping by educating with tools and strategies that can be helpful along the way. I enjoy working with individuals as they learn to be their best selves and operate in the world they currently live in regardless of what that looks like. When working with clients I like to have a strengths-based focus as well as a holistic approach that considers the whole picture that can help with the overall wellness of the individual.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused, Reality therapy, EMDR, and DBT are used when applicable.
I am a non-directive therapist that will attempt to meet you where you are. I take pride in being non-judgmental and providing an environment where you feel safe in being your authentic self. I am here to assist you in setting realistic and attainable goals for yourself. We will discuss, set, and review goals routinely throughout the therapy process.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused, Reality therapy, EMDR, and DBT are used when applicable.
I am a non-directive therapist that will attempt to meet you where you are. I take pride in being non-judgmental and providing an environment where you feel safe in being your authentic self. I am here to assist you in setting realistic and attainable goals for yourself. We will discuss, set, and review goals routinely throughout the therapy process.
I have training in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, family-centered treatment, eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, crisis intervention and more.
Healing is a process that we all deserve but we all have struggled with. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relational, parenting concerns, career challenges, childhood/adult trauma, sexually harmful behaviors, post-traumatic stress, emotional abuse,ADHD, mood disorders,life coaching and more. My therapy style is welcoming, engaging and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect as well as compassion, and I don't believe in put-downs as we have all experienced barriers and roadblocks at some point in our life.
I have training in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, family-centered treatment, eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, crisis intervention and more.
Healing is a process that we all deserve but we all have struggled with. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relational, parenting concerns, career challenges, childhood/adult trauma, sexually harmful behaviors, post-traumatic stress, emotional abuse,ADHD, mood disorders,life coaching and more. My therapy style is welcoming, engaging and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect as well as compassion, and I don't believe in put-downs as we have all experienced barriers and roadblocks at some point in our life.
Carmen Casares-Cernoch
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT) because they are effective for clients with depression, anxiety, and emotion regulation issues.
Hi, I’m Carmen Casares-Cernoch. I know that taking the first step to seek support can be challenging, and I want you to know that you’re not alone. Whether you’re searching for insight, healing, or positive change, I’m here to walk alongside you on this journey. My goal is to create a safe and nurturing space where you can freely explore your thoughts and feelings. Together, we’ll work towards the goals that matter most to you.
I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT) because they are effective for clients with depression, anxiety, and emotion regulation issues.
Hi, I’m Carmen Casares-Cernoch. I know that taking the first step to seek support can be challenging, and I want you to know that you’re not alone. Whether you’re searching for insight, healing, or positive change, I’m here to walk alongside you on this journey. My goal is to create a safe and nurturing space where you can freely explore your thoughts and feelings. Together, we’ll work towards the goals that matter most to you.
Amanda primarily utilizes dialectical behavioral therapy ( DBT) and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
Amanda Almendarez is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 4 years of experience in clinical mental health. Amanda has experience in both private practice and agencies. She is passionate about helping adults and adolescents take steps to stop simply surviving and begin thriving in life. Amanda specializes in trauma, domestic violence, sexual assault, grief/loss, depression, and anxiety. She also has experience with personality disorders, life transitions, and stress management. Amanda received her Master’s in Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi.
Amanda primarily utilizes dialectical behavioral therapy ( DBT) and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
Amanda Almendarez is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 4 years of experience in clinical mental health. Amanda has experience in both private practice and agencies. She is passionate about helping adults and adolescents take steps to stop simply surviving and begin thriving in life. Amanda specializes in trauma, domestic violence, sexual assault, grief/loss, depression, and anxiety. She also has experience with personality disorders, life transitions, and stress management. Amanda received her Master’s in Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi.
Mia Gonzales
LPC Associate, MA, LPC-A, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78228
Waitlist for new clients
Some of the techniques I use are trauma-focused person-centered counseling, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, & expressive arts modalities.
You are the expert of your life, I am just a therapist that can help you find your path. No one talks about it but therapy can be hard. Therapy involves us discussing our emotions, acknowledging what we are feeling, and making active steps towards change. Thank you for taking steps towards taking care of you. My goal as a clinician is to provide a safe space that will empower you to be yourself.
Some of the techniques I use are trauma-focused person-centered counseling, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, & expressive arts modalities.
You are the expert of your life, I am just a therapist that can help you find your path. No one talks about it but therapy can be hard. Therapy involves us discussing our emotions, acknowledging what we are feeling, and making active steps towards change. Thank you for taking steps towards taking care of you. My goal as a clinician is to provide a safe space that will empower you to be yourself.
Lindsey Osgood
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78230
I offer DBT for clients who desire to improve their lives through use of skills.
I work with clients wherever they are at. Finding a therapist can be an anxiety inducing process. My focus is to create an environment where clients feel comfortable to untangle their thoughts and be their authentic selves. I aim to assist clients with further knowing themselves with the goal of teaching themselves to be their own therapist. I welcome people of all faiths and backgrounds.
I offer DBT for clients who desire to improve their lives through use of skills.
I work with clients wherever they are at. Finding a therapist can be an anxiety inducing process. My focus is to create an environment where clients feel comfortable to untangle their thoughts and be their authentic selves. I aim to assist clients with further knowing themselves with the goal of teaching themselves to be their own therapist. I welcome people of all faiths and backgrounds.
Meet Our Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists
In my practice, I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches, including dialectical behavior therapy ( DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), person-centered therapy, and solution-focused therapy, tailoring each approach to best support my clients' unique needs and goals.
I am Carlos Angueira, a Licensed Professional Counselor with 2 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, and couples to address concerns such as marriage and relationships, men’s issues, anxiety, life transitions, and divorce recovery. My ideal client is someone seeking clarity, validation, and a safe space to explore their thoughts and feelings. Whether your goals involve developing healthier coping mechanisms, improving relationships, or finding a sense of purpose, I combine a deep understanding of various perspectives with a personalized approach, tailoring treatment to meet your unique needs.
In my practice, I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches, including dialectical behavior therapy ( DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), person-centered therapy, and solution-focused therapy, tailoring each approach to best support my clients' unique needs and goals.
I am Carlos Angueira, a Licensed Professional Counselor with 2 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, and couples to address concerns such as marriage and relationships, men’s issues, anxiety, life transitions, and divorce recovery. My ideal client is someone seeking clarity, validation, and a safe space to explore their thoughts and feelings. Whether your goals involve developing healthier coping mechanisms, improving relationships, or finding a sense of purpose, I combine a deep understanding of various perspectives with a personalized approach, tailoring treatment to meet your unique needs.
Juazzelyn A. Barrera
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CSC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78251
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Positive Psychology, Mindfulness Based approach, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
Have you been trying to stay afloat on your own? Are you overwhelmed with work, kids, or school? Do you have nights when you are unable to fall asleep and the lists keep running in your mind? You don't have to go on this journey alone. I empower you to develop skills that you have always had inside and may not have tapped into them yet. Stop second guessing your decisions and find your voice and inner peace.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Positive Psychology, Mindfulness Based approach, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
Have you been trying to stay afloat on your own? Are you overwhelmed with work, kids, or school? Do you have nights when you are unable to fall asleep and the lists keep running in your mind? You don't have to go on this journey alone. I empower you to develop skills that you have always had inside and may not have tapped into them yet. Stop second guessing your decisions and find your voice and inner peace.
I believe in creating a personalized, supportive experience for every client, using a range of techniques such as CBT, DBT, mindfulness, behavioral strategies, and EMDR.
Ready to find clarity, healing, and resilience? Together, we'll navigate life's challenges and work toward a more balanced, fulfilling you. Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, but seeking support is a powerful step toward healing. In our work together, you'll find a warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I view our therapeutic relationship as a collaborative partnership, where we work together to support your growth and well-being. My goal is to help you build self-awareness, emotional resilience, and stronger connections with yourself and others.
I believe in creating a personalized, supportive experience for every client, using a range of techniques such as CBT, DBT, mindfulness, behavioral strategies, and EMDR.
Ready to find clarity, healing, and resilience? Together, we'll navigate life's challenges and work toward a more balanced, fulfilling you. Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, but seeking support is a powerful step toward healing. In our work together, you'll find a warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I view our therapeutic relationship as a collaborative partnership, where we work together to support your growth and well-being. My goal is to help you build self-awareness, emotional resilience, and stronger connections with yourself and others.
I have expertise in working with individuals across the lifespan, from youth to adults, and I utilize evidence-based modalities such as DBT, CBT, CPT, and EFFT to provide tailored, effective care.
My ideal client is someone who is ready to explore their emotions, behaviors, and relationships in a meaningful way. It is important to be open to collaboration, skill-building, and deeper self-exploration. You may be seeking a structured approach with practical coping tools or a supportive space to process experiences in a nonjudgmental environment. Whether you are stepping into therapy for the first time or continuing your mental health journey, my hope is you are looking for a therapist who is both compassionate and skilled in guiding you toward lasting change.
I have expertise in working with individuals across the lifespan, from youth to adults, and I utilize evidence-based modalities such as DBT, CBT, CPT, and EFFT to provide tailored, effective care.
My ideal client is someone who is ready to explore their emotions, behaviors, and relationships in a meaningful way. It is important to be open to collaboration, skill-building, and deeper self-exploration. You may be seeking a structured approach with practical coping tools or a supportive space to process experiences in a nonjudgmental environment. Whether you are stepping into therapy for the first time or continuing your mental health journey, my hope is you are looking for a therapist who is both compassionate and skilled in guiding you toward lasting change.
I frequently use a psychodynamic approach, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT/ DBT/ACT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), tailored to meet the unique needs of each client.
I believe in the resilience and capacity for growth within every individual, however, sometimes due to trauma or patterns of behavior, we become stuck. One may know their behavior is unhealthy or preventing growth, yet unaware of how to change. The process of therapy is exploring what is stopping you from living your best life and offering support and guidance to make changes. I have experience helping clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional dysregulation, adjustment to life transitions, relationship issues, and parenting concerns. My therapeutic style is collaborative, person-centered, and solution focused.
I frequently use a psychodynamic approach, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT/ DBT/ACT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), tailored to meet the unique needs of each client.
I believe in the resilience and capacity for growth within every individual, however, sometimes due to trauma or patterns of behavior, we become stuck. One may know their behavior is unhealthy or preventing growth, yet unaware of how to change. The process of therapy is exploring what is stopping you from living your best life and offering support and guidance to make changes. I have experience helping clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional dysregulation, adjustment to life transitions, relationship issues, and parenting concerns. My therapeutic style is collaborative, person-centered, and solution focused.
Travis Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78223
I have been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), EMDR therapy, Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Shame resiliency, Grief resolution, Solution-focused therapy (SFT).
I have worked as the lead clinical therapist at an inpatient treatment center for adult women with trauma, as well as an inpatient treatment center with teens focused on behavioral issues. I have also worked with single adults, married couples, and retirees. I have also worked in Intensive outpatient programs for adult men.
I have been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), EMDR therapy, Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Shame resiliency, Grief resolution, Solution-focused therapy (SFT).
I have worked as the lead clinical therapist at an inpatient treatment center for adult women with trauma, as well as an inpatient treatment center with teens focused on behavioral issues. I have also worked with single adults, married couples, and retirees. I have also worked in Intensive outpatient programs for adult men.
Monica Marie Rivera-Pina
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NBCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Online Only
I use specific modalities such as: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solutions Focused, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive, Biofeedback, Humanistic, Acceptance Commitment therapy and a telehealth version of EMDR.
Our first goal, as in every session, is to build an authentic, genuine therapeutic relationship. As an integrative, inclusive psychotherapist, who specializes in various modalities, I will help you discover and sharpen your own unique life-long coping skills, which also includes sending you specific to the issue weekly tools, sparking hope, thus empowerment.
I use specific modalities such as: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solutions Focused, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive, Biofeedback, Humanistic, Acceptance Commitment therapy and a telehealth version of EMDR.
Our first goal, as in every session, is to build an authentic, genuine therapeutic relationship. As an integrative, inclusive psychotherapist, who specializes in various modalities, I will help you discover and sharpen your own unique life-long coping skills, which also includes sending you specific to the issue weekly tools, sparking hope, thus empowerment.
Nolan Martinez
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NBCC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78258
At my clients request, who identify as believers AND non-believers, I utilize a Christian counseling approach along with various others like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR).
I work with teens, kids, adults, and seniors. Do you want to experience things like growth, change, and healing? Are you experiencing challenges in life and even mental health ones? I help by treating the SOURCE of what you are facing. The source is a ‘root cause’ or a ‘seed’ of how it started. Examples of the source include things that happened to you as a child, a current situation, or negative thinking patterns that you may have.
At my clients request, who identify as believers AND non-believers, I utilize a Christian counseling approach along with various others like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR).
I work with teens, kids, adults, and seniors. Do you want to experience things like growth, change, and healing? Are you experiencing challenges in life and even mental health ones? I help by treating the SOURCE of what you are facing. The source is a ‘root cause’ or a ‘seed’ of how it started. Examples of the source include things that happened to you as a child, a current situation, or negative thinking patterns that you may have.
Using an eclectic psychotherapy approach, combining techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), mindfulness practices, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered Therapy, Strength-Based Therapy, and Trauma-Focused CBT to tailor treatment to your needs.
It is my honor to support clients navigating significant life challenges such as anxiety, depression, grief, relationship conflicts, trauma, and feelings of unfulfillment. Together, we create a supportive environment to explore thoughts, gain insight, and develop effective coping strategies. Focusing is on helping you set goals that enhance self-awareness and foster a greater sense of well-being and joy. Offering individualized and family counseling, tailored to your needs and desired outcomes.
Using an eclectic psychotherapy approach, combining techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), mindfulness practices, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered Therapy, Strength-Based Therapy, and Trauma-Focused CBT to tailor treatment to your needs.
It is my honor to support clients navigating significant life challenges such as anxiety, depression, grief, relationship conflicts, trauma, and feelings of unfulfillment. Together, we create a supportive environment to explore thoughts, gain insight, and develop effective coping strategies. Focusing is on helping you set goals that enhance self-awareness and foster a greater sense of well-being and joy. Offering individualized and family counseling, tailored to your needs and desired outcomes.
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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.