Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Russell County, VA
For many years, I have been dedicated to working with individuals who struggle with many challenges that life has to bring. While we all face challenges, sometimes there are hardships or circumstances that leave us feeling like things are out of our control. I am passionate about working with individuals who are having difficulties with managing intense emotions, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationship difficulties, stress management, and other difficulties in life.
For many years, I have been dedicated to working with individuals who struggle with many challenges that life has to bring. While we all face challenges, sometimes there are hardships or circumstances that leave us feeling like things are out of our control. I am passionate about working with individuals who are having difficulties with managing intense emotions, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationship difficulties, stress management, and other difficulties in life.
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I began helping others in 1990 as a Peer Counselor (Drug Exemption NCO) while on active duty in the Marine Corps. After earning degrees in Psychology and Social Work at UNCW/ECU, I obtained licensure to practice independently with the Virginia Board of Health Professionals in 2004. I am originally from the Hampton Roads area but have worked internationally with people from many different backgrounds. I have continued to support the military, as well as the community at large, for over 3 decades with evidence-based treatments for trauma (PTSD).
I began helping others in 1990 as a Peer Counselor (Drug Exemption NCO) while on active duty in the Marine Corps. After earning degrees in Psychology and Social Work at UNCW/ECU, I obtained licensure to practice independently with the Virginia Board of Health Professionals in 2004. I am originally from the Hampton Roads area but have worked internationally with people from many different backgrounds. I have continued to support the military, as well as the community at large, for over 3 decades with evidence-based treatments for trauma (PTSD).
If EMDR isn’t the right fit, I also draw from ACT, CBT, DBT, and other evidence-based approaches to support growth and lasting change.
I specialize in supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, and trauma. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each person’s unique needs. Whether you’re struggling with daily stress, overwhelming emotions, or the lasting impact of painful experiences, I provide a safe and supportive space to help you heal, grow, and reconnect with your strengths.
Together, we’ll work to uncover the roots of your challenges, build effective coping skills, and create lasting change. I use evidence-based approaches to guide the process and believe therapy should feel like a partnership.
If EMDR isn’t the right fit, I also draw from ACT, CBT, DBT, and other evidence-based approaches to support growth and lasting change.
I specialize in supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, and trauma. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each person’s unique needs. Whether you’re struggling with daily stress, overwhelming emotions, or the lasting impact of painful experiences, I provide a safe and supportive space to help you heal, grow, and reconnect with your strengths.
Together, we’ll work to uncover the roots of your challenges, build effective coping skills, and create lasting change. I use evidence-based approaches to guide the process and believe therapy should feel like a partnership.
Christine Cook
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I’m passionate about helping you find ways to overcome difficult and overwhelming challenges in your life by building on your strengths and creating healthy coping skills. I have a sensitive, compassionate, accepting, non-judgmental, and genuine approach to helping you grow and heal. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique strengths and specific needs.
I’m passionate about helping you find ways to overcome difficult and overwhelming challenges in your life by building on your strengths and creating healthy coping skills. I have a sensitive, compassionate, accepting, non-judgmental, and genuine approach to helping you grow and heal. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique strengths and specific needs.
I have had training in DBT, EMDR , CBT and CPT as well as mindfulness techniques to help people through issues.
Do you feel like life is unfolding as you envision, or are circumstances dictating your path? Your sense of autonomy is important . Your story is important. Life presents a mix of beauty and adversity, and therapy offers a neutral space to navigate challenges. If you're feeling stagnant, I encourage you to reach out. With experience in supporting clients coping with trauma, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders, life transitions, domestic violence, and natural disaster survivors, as well as military personnel, I'm equipped to provide guidance. Telehealth services are available following an assessment for fit.
I have had training in DBT, EMDR , CBT and CPT as well as mindfulness techniques to help people through issues.
Do you feel like life is unfolding as you envision, or are circumstances dictating your path? Your sense of autonomy is important . Your story is important. Life presents a mix of beauty and adversity, and therapy offers a neutral space to navigate challenges. If you're feeling stagnant, I encourage you to reach out. With experience in supporting clients coping with trauma, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders, life transitions, domestic violence, and natural disaster survivors, as well as military personnel, I'm equipped to provide guidance. Telehealth services are available following an assessment for fit.
I take an eclectic, personalized approach to therapy, drawing from person-centered therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) to help you navigate life’s challenges and build the skills to move forward with confidence.
Celina is LGBTQIA+ and neurodiversity-affirming and is especially passionate about working with individuals of multicultural and intersectional identities.
Outside of her clinical work, Celina enjoys creating art, reading, and playing video games. She’s also a devoted insect enthusiast and proudly cares for a terrarium of pet beetles.
I take an eclectic, personalized approach to therapy, drawing from person-centered therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) to help you navigate life’s challenges and build the skills to move forward with confidence.
Celina is LGBTQIA+ and neurodiversity-affirming and is especially passionate about working with individuals of multicultural and intersectional identities.
Outside of her clinical work, Celina enjoys creating art, reading, and playing video games. She’s also a devoted insect enthusiast and proudly cares for a terrarium of pet beetles.
I have experience working with a variety of different populations from children to adults and provide an array of treatment modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, client-centered, interpersonal, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution focused therapy. My approach is to create a safe, compassionate and empathetic environment where clients can freely address their mental health needs with kindness and without judgement. I understand that therapy looks different for all individuals and will work with you to create a plan to reach your goals and needs.
I have experience working with a variety of different populations from children to adults and provide an array of treatment modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, client-centered, interpersonal, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution focused therapy. My approach is to create a safe, compassionate and empathetic environment where clients can freely address their mental health needs with kindness and without judgement. I understand that therapy looks different for all individuals and will work with you to create a plan to reach your goals and needs.
I help anxious, overthinkers learn how to trust themselves and find their own identity and independence.
Have you ever had the thought “why won’t my brain just shut up and be quiet”? Your feeling stuck and wondering "who am I?" after a life altering event like a divorce, career change, or health complication. You’re stressed out, burnt out, and honestly exhausted to your core. Together, we will explore identity, self-discovery, and personal growth so you can rebuild confidence, make empowered decisions, and move forward with clarity while learning how to create better boundaries and manage your stress.
I help anxious, overthinkers learn how to trust themselves and find their own identity and independence.
Have you ever had the thought “why won’t my brain just shut up and be quiet”? Your feeling stuck and wondering "who am I?" after a life altering event like a divorce, career change, or health complication. You’re stressed out, burnt out, and honestly exhausted to your core. Together, we will explore identity, self-discovery, and personal growth so you can rebuild confidence, make empowered decisions, and move forward with clarity while learning how to create better boundaries and manage your stress.
We practice Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in sessions.
Sometimes we all feel overwhelmed, anxious and alone. Maybe you or your teen are not sure where to turn or how to get help. I can help you find strength when you are trying to push through the hard stuff.
I am skilled in supporting teens and young adults through some of life's toughest years. Many of my clients have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, and emotional regulation problems that negatively impact their family, academic and social relationships. I regularly work with neurodivergent populations and understand each individual wants to feel safe and supported in a judgement-free environment.
We practice Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in sessions.
Sometimes we all feel overwhelmed, anxious and alone. Maybe you or your teen are not sure where to turn or how to get help. I can help you find strength when you are trying to push through the hard stuff.
I am skilled in supporting teens and young adults through some of life's toughest years. Many of my clients have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, and emotional regulation problems that negatively impact their family, academic and social relationships. I regularly work with neurodivergent populations and understand each individual wants to feel safe and supported in a judgement-free environment.
Beacons of Hope Counseling and Wellness LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR-C, CCTP-II
5 Endorsed
Blacksburg, VA 24060
Waitlist for new clients
I’m a holistic, open-minded provider serving the NRV area in person and via telehealth, and offering telehealth-only services in Harrisonburg. I empower clients to create meaningful change by identifying strengths and building personalized strategies to manage symptoms in ways that work for them. I support adolescents and adults with concerns including C-PTSD, ADHD, women’s issues, stress, anxiety, depression, insomnia, and relationship challenges, including polyamorous and ethically non-monogamous dynamics.
I’m a holistic, open-minded provider serving the NRV area in person and via telehealth, and offering telehealth-only services in Harrisonburg. I empower clients to create meaningful change by identifying strengths and building personalized strategies to manage symptoms in ways that work for them. I support adolescents and adults with concerns including C-PTSD, ADHD, women’s issues, stress, anxiety, depression, insomnia, and relationship challenges, including polyamorous and ethically non-monogamous dynamics.
My ideal client is someone facing deep-rooted trauma, attachment wounds, or long-standing patterns they’re ready to break. They want to understand themselves at a deeper level, heal their inner child, improve relationships, and create lasting emotional change. Counseling is most effective when it’s designed around their unique needs and family dynamics.
My ideal client is someone facing deep-rooted trauma, attachment wounds, or long-standing patterns they’re ready to break. They want to understand themselves at a deeper level, heal their inner child, improve relationships, and create lasting emotional change. Counseling is most effective when it’s designed around their unique needs and family dynamics.
Lauren Bray
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
1 Endorsed
Christiansburg, VA 24073
Waitlist for new clients
Hello and welcome! I am so glad you’re here. You’ve taken the first step, and it’s a big one! There are times where life can feel overwhelming and unmanageable. No matter what you are bringing into counseling with you, I desire to provide you with a safe place where you can confidently feel as though you are being seen, heard, and known. Whether it's personal growth, relationship difficulties, complex trauma, life transitions, depression, anxiety, or other stressors, I am committed to providing tools and strategies to help you feel empowered and supported in these pursuits.
Hello and welcome! I am so glad you’re here. You’ve taken the first step, and it’s a big one! There are times where life can feel overwhelming and unmanageable. No matter what you are bringing into counseling with you, I desire to provide you with a safe place where you can confidently feel as though you are being seen, heard, and known. Whether it's personal growth, relationship difficulties, complex trauma, life transitions, depression, anxiety, or other stressors, I am committed to providing tools and strategies to help you feel empowered and supported in these pursuits.
My name is Donna "Kim" Naffah and I am an LPC and registered therapist in Virginia. Therapy is all about working with individuals to improve their mental well-being by helping them identify and change troubling emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. I have over 15 years of experience providing such therapy. When I’m not providing services, you can usually find me riding my Harley Davidson Softtail Deluxe, walking with my German Shepherds in the Great Smokey Mountains, attending concerts and bike rallies, or just hanging out enjoying nature.
My name is Donna "Kim" Naffah and I am an LPC and registered therapist in Virginia. Therapy is all about working with individuals to improve their mental well-being by helping them identify and change troubling emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. I have over 15 years of experience providing such therapy. When I’m not providing services, you can usually find me riding my Harley Davidson Softtail Deluxe, walking with my German Shepherds in the Great Smokey Mountains, attending concerts and bike rallies, or just hanging out enjoying nature.
Hi! My name is Courtney, I am a licensed therapist in VA, and I am so glad you are here! There are so many options out there when it comes to choosing a therapist and I would be so excited to work with you! I typically work with issues related to anxiety, stress, trauma, depression, interpersonal relationships, and life changes.
Hi! My name is Courtney, I am a licensed therapist in VA, and I am so glad you are here! There are so many options out there when it comes to choosing a therapist and I would be so excited to work with you! I typically work with issues related to anxiety, stress, trauma, depression, interpersonal relationships, and life changes.
Michelle Swanson is a licensed clinical social worker who has been providing individual, group, and couples therapy to adult clients with a wide range of mental health challenges for eight years. She is passionate about helping clients to find lasting healing and has worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings. She specializes in evidence-based approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, cognitive processing therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and motivational interviewing. She looks forward to supporting you on your mental health journey.
Michelle Swanson is a licensed clinical social worker who has been providing individual, group, and couples therapy to adult clients with a wide range of mental health challenges for eight years. She is passionate about helping clients to find lasting healing and has worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings. She specializes in evidence-based approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, cognitive processing therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and motivational interviewing. She looks forward to supporting you on your mental health journey.
Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Virginia with 7 years of mental health experience.
Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Virginia with 7 years of mental health experience.
I work with both children and adults who are looking for support, understanding, and a place to slow down and be fully themselves. Many of my clients are navigating anxiety, mood challenges, ADHD, autism, or experiencing the effects of stress and trauma. I often work with adults who are balancing the demands of parenting, military life, or professionals to create a space for themselves. With children, I use developmentally appropriate, play-based, creative approaches along with mindfulness practices, to help them express emotions, develop coping skills, and strengthen their self-esteem.
I work with both children and adults who are looking for support, understanding, and a place to slow down and be fully themselves. Many of my clients are navigating anxiety, mood challenges, ADHD, autism, or experiencing the effects of stress and trauma. I often work with adults who are balancing the demands of parenting, military life, or professionals to create a space for themselves. With children, I use developmentally appropriate, play-based, creative approaches along with mindfulness practices, to help them express emotions, develop coping skills, and strengthen their self-esteem.
My therapeutic approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), tailored to meet each client's unique needs.
As a woman with a disability and a native of Southwest Virginia, I offer an empathetic and open-minded perspective, embracing diverse experiences and backgrounds. Whether you're seeking support for personal challenges, school related difficulties, or relationship dynamics; I am here to help you navigate your journey with compassion and expertise.
My therapeutic approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), tailored to meet each client's unique needs.
As a woman with a disability and a native of Southwest Virginia, I offer an empathetic and open-minded perspective, embracing diverse experiences and backgrounds. Whether you're seeking support for personal challenges, school related difficulties, or relationship dynamics; I am here to help you navigate your journey with compassion and expertise.
Big Oak Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCMHC, RYT200
1 Endorsed
Blacksburg, VA 24061
Our therapists are trained in Art Therapy, EMDR, Somatic Experiences, DBT, CBT, ACT, and CRM.
New to therapy? Or maybe you’ve been at it a while but aren’t seeing the progress you hoped for? At Big Oak Wellness, we blend science-backed therapy with mind-body healing in one space. We guide clients through life transitions like new parenthood, relationship shifts, or resurfacing childhood wounds. Our trauma-informed approach helps you reconnect with your body, your story, and your inner resilience. We have three therapists available, with flexible evening and weekend appointments. We also offer free 15-minute virtual consultations, so you can see if we’re the right fit—because the right therapist makes all the difference.
Our therapists are trained in Art Therapy, EMDR, Somatic Experiences, DBT, CBT, ACT, and CRM.
New to therapy? Or maybe you’ve been at it a while but aren’t seeing the progress you hoped for? At Big Oak Wellness, we blend science-backed therapy with mind-body healing in one space. We guide clients through life transitions like new parenthood, relationship shifts, or resurfacing childhood wounds. Our trauma-informed approach helps you reconnect with your body, your story, and your inner resilience. We have three therapists available, with flexible evening and weekend appointments. We also offer free 15-minute virtual consultations, so you can see if we’re the right fit—because the right therapist makes all the difference.
I am currently accepting clients for a "relationship reset" and "stress share" only. I have a waitlist for individual counseling. Take a look at my practice website for more information about the therapeutic services I provide. Please email directly to schedule or be placed on the waitlist.
I am currently accepting clients for a "relationship reset" and "stress share" only. I have a waitlist for individual counseling. Take a look at my practice website for more information about the therapeutic services I provide. Please email directly to schedule or be placed on the waitlist.
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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.