Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Colbert, WA

Making the choice to seek mental health therapy takes courage and I am honored to be considered to walk beside you during this journey. My goal is to provide a supportive and accepting environment that encourages self-exploration in a non-judgmental way. I can help provide tools, coping skills, and problem-solving assistance to help move you closer to your goals. We can work together as a team to clarify and/or establish your mental health goals and explore barriers that have previously kept those goals out of reach. I am trained in multiple evidence-based practices, treatment methods that are proven through research to work!

I am accepting new clients in June! My name is Jennah Schmitt (Blossom). I am a collaborative, creative and solution-focused mental health provider serving adolescents and adults experiencing life transitions and difficulties. Struggling to navigate life? Coping mechanisms no longer serving you? I can help. I have a trauma-informed, yet direct, strength-based approach that allows for ideal results with utmost efficiency. I enjoy working in the areas of maternal mental health (peri/postpartum), emotional dysregulation, adjustment, anxiety, depression, maladaptive coping mechanisms and burn out recovery and prevention.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate; drawing from various therapeutic models like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused-CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and using elements from DBT, CPT, Play-Therapy, and IFS, I tailor our sessions to your unique needs. I have experience working with individuals who have anxiety, depression, sexual assault/childhood sexual assault survivors, and complex PTSD. Gottman Institute Level 2 Certified therapist and I'm trained in Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) core skills. Furthermore, my ongoing training in EMDR.

I'm glad you're here! There are points in everyone's life when they could use a little more support. Change can be daunting, whether it's finding a new therapist or starting counseling for the very first time. Wherever you are with your journey, congratulations on taking this step! My approach to therapy is goal-oriented, strengths-based, and empowering. This means we'll keep focus on the things you are doing really well and expanding on them, as well as looking at ways change might be useful. I work to meet folks where they are, using a harm-reduction model to create a safe and judgment-free space.

I am a passionate mental health therapist and substance use disorder professional with strong expertise in co-occurring disorders, family conflict and recovery. I have extensive experience working with individuals struggling with substance use, eating disorders and other mental health problems as well as working with their loved ones. My approach is both direct and compassionate. I will help you identify your goals and work towards freedom from the issues keeping you stuck.

Life comes at us fast and we’re not always ready for it but that’s okay! I believe that we all crave connection with our peers, friends, family, and partners. And when we aren’t working on those connections, we’re working to build our connection with ourself. To fully work through that and make progress, I use a direct approach in helping clients address concerns that may arise from their connections with others or with themself. I believe that the most progress can be made when it’s accompanied with empathy and unconditional positive regard - two pillars of therapeutic work to foster growth and a sense of safety.

The last ten years I have specialized primarily in addiction. I have worked in a variety of settings with both adolescents and adults. That generally equates to specializing in relationships, whether it be to another thing, person or to oneself. We all go through seasons of discomfort and growth, I am here to take it one step at a time with you.

DBT skills have the power to transform your life by improving your ability to regulate emotions regulation, tolerate distress, be mindful and ask for what you want while maintaining your self-respect. If you are struggling with negative thoughts, rumination, harmful behaviors or relationship difficulties, DBT can give you the awareness and skills to make changes! I work with clients who struggle with managing emotions or want to change specific behaviors. I have extensive experience helping clients with anxiety, depression, relationship problems and personality disorders. For more info check out my website at www.fortifiedudbt.com

As a therapist, I am passionate about working with adults and adolescents struggling with the inherent messiness and complexities of life. I believe in taking a non-judgmental client-centered approach, one that places clients in the driver’s seat of their treatment. Together we can identify your goals, develop strategies to meet those goals, and collaboratively work through obstacles to build a healthier life one session at a time.

Something happens...or someone says something...and before you know it you're reacting. And it's big. In the heat of the moment, you're sure you are right - and maybe you really are-but it pushes others away. They tell you things like "you're making a big deal out of nothing" or "just chill". And that just makes things worse. Later, when the moment has passed, you can have regrets...or even shame. And then the self-hatred sets in. You've got to change. You've probably done therapy before, and it just didn't help.

My clients often struggle with anger, anxiety or stress and find themselves in these places because they lack the strategies and tools to either feel better or make the needed changes in their lives. I hope you give me the opportunity to work with you as I will help you identify the problems getting in the way of your success and be sure to explain the "why" behind the skills, strategies and tools that will help you on your way.

One of Stefanie’s core beliefs is that therapy should be a collaborative process, where clients are empowered to be the leaders in their own care. She meets clients where they are at, providing a safe and non-judgmental space for them to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Stefanie believes in tailoring therapy to each individual's unique needs and goals,and works closely with clients to develop personalized goals. Stefanie offers individual sessions to clients and she is a compassionate and experienced therapist specializing in trauma-informed care, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and DBT skills

I approach therapy from an evidence-based perspective by letting you know what the research has shown to be the most effective way of handling whatever problems you’re struggling with. From there, we can work together to adapt that type of therapy to fit your specific needs & life circumstances so we can figure out how to make our sessions most helpful for you. I specialize in CBT, DBT, CPT/PE, Schema Therapy & Mindfulness-based therapies amongst other evidence-based psychotherapies. I accept First Choice Health insurance, which frequently contracts with some Kaiser plans. Please call to confirm I am in-network with your plan.

You never imagined yourself in this position, and it is difficult to know where to turn and who can help. Trauma, addiction, divorce, blended family, and relationship dynamics impact everyone differently. You may be experiencing feeling overwhelmed and emotionally exhausted, questioning yourself, and losing direction. Together, we’ll focus on your overall well-being, not just the problems you bring to the table. Your experience and needs are unique, and your treatment should be individualized just for you.

I currently work with individuals ages 7 and up and treat a variety of diagnoses. My primary approach is cognitive behavioral therapy, which has been shown to be one of the most effective therapies for addressing symptoms of many major mental health diagnoses. I am also trained in, and utilize tools from, other modalities including dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), polyvagal therapy, exposure and response prevention, attachment therapy and parent child interactive therapy. In addition to my social work background, I am also a Registered Nurse and truly believe in a holistic mind/body approach to wellness.