Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Milwaukee, WI
ONE9 Trauma & Behavioral Health Counseling Service
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53212
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW - Clinical Supervision, Trauma-Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), Client / Person Centered - Acceptance & Commitment (ACT), Grief Therapy, Moral Recognition & Domestic Violence (MRT/DV), Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) & Substance Abuse Therapy & Groups.
An ideal client is a person that is open to working on their mental health concerns. One that is willing to engage with the therapist, build a report, make sacrifices, and take the necessary risk to get better.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW - Clinical Supervision, Trauma-Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), Client / Person Centered - Acceptance & Commitment (ACT), Grief Therapy, Moral Recognition & Domestic Violence (MRT/DV), Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) & Substance Abuse Therapy & Groups.
An ideal client is a person that is open to working on their mental health concerns. One that is willing to engage with the therapist, build a report, make sacrifices, and take the necessary risk to get better.
Each person is unique, so I use a variety of techniques including, but not limited to, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed and frustrated? Are you ready to stop engaging in the same unhelpful coping mechanisms? I aim to support my clients in making realistic and sustainable changes in their lives. I am especially drawn to people experiencing mood disorders, life transitions, grief, trauma and prenatal and/or postpartum depression and anxiety. Above all, I aim to meet my clients where they are, so together we can work towards their goals and make a lasting change.
Each person is unique, so I use a variety of techniques including, but not limited to, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed and frustrated? Are you ready to stop engaging in the same unhelpful coping mechanisms? I aim to support my clients in making realistic and sustainable changes in their lives. I am especially drawn to people experiencing mood disorders, life transitions, grief, trauma and prenatal and/or postpartum depression and anxiety. Above all, I aim to meet my clients where they are, so together we can work towards their goals and make a lasting change.
Kathryn 'kate' Semenak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I have worked for over 7 years in the mental health field and utilize various theoretical frameworks including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Mindfulness practice.
I also have worked primarily with those struggling with substance use. While abstinence is ideal, I support harm reduction techniques and aim to assist in helping you reduce your substance use or to gradually progress towards a life of sobriety. I take a genuine, compassionate, and realistic approach to individual.
I have worked for over 7 years in the mental health field and utilize various theoretical frameworks including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Mindfulness practice.
I also have worked primarily with those struggling with substance use. While abstinence is ideal, I support harm reduction techniques and aim to assist in helping you reduce your substance use or to gradually progress towards a life of sobriety. I take a genuine, compassionate, and realistic approach to individual.
Hagar Kaufman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53207
Waitlist for new clients
While my primary focus is CBT, I also draw upon principles and techniques from Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) and EMDR.
The primary focus of your healing when working with me is providing a therapeutic relationship and creating a supportive and empathetic environment where you feel safe exploring your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Your active participation will allow us to explore therapeutic exercises and strategies you can use for healing and personal growth. I specialize in working with individuals experiencing different mental health concerns including anxiety and stressful experiences or trauma.
While my primary focus is CBT, I also draw upon principles and techniques from Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) and EMDR.
The primary focus of your healing when working with me is providing a therapeutic relationship and creating a supportive and empathetic environment where you feel safe exploring your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Your active participation will allow us to explore therapeutic exercises and strategies you can use for healing and personal growth. I specialize in working with individuals experiencing different mental health concerns including anxiety and stressful experiences or trauma.
Sydney A Snyder
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, SAC-IT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53202
I use a combination of techniques to support these goals (CBT, DBT, ERP, mindfulness, strength-based, mindfulness and motivational interviewing).
Are you struggling with adjusting to change, coping with stress or navigating conflict? As a result, has this left you feeling overwhelmed or anxious? Has shame, guilt or negative self-talk been impacting you? Do you need help creating boundaries with your partner, family, or friends? As a therapist, I believe in the saying, “you can’t pour from an empty cup.” My role is to help you explore areas of concern, develop coping skills, and gain insight about yourself. A primary focus of my practice is teaching self-compassion to help fill up your cup when life is feeling too difficult to navigate on your own.
I use a combination of techniques to support these goals (CBT, DBT, ERP, mindfulness, strength-based, mindfulness and motivational interviewing).
Are you struggling with adjusting to change, coping with stress or navigating conflict? As a result, has this left you feeling overwhelmed or anxious? Has shame, guilt or negative self-talk been impacting you? Do you need help creating boundaries with your partner, family, or friends? As a therapist, I believe in the saying, “you can’t pour from an empty cup.” My role is to help you explore areas of concern, develop coping skills, and gain insight about yourself. A primary focus of my practice is teaching self-compassion to help fill up your cup when life is feeling too difficult to navigate on your own.
Sarah Jean McHugh
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53207
I employ Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) Techniques, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Art Therapy in my treatment of clients.
We all have strengths and weaknesses. In my practice, I like to uncover and nurture the many strengths that my clients possess. I encourage my clients to use these strengths to their advantage and to continually uncover additional strengths and resilience. Within my therapeutic approach, I use a variety of theories and modalities to assist in understanding and treating clients. I use existential and psychoanalytic theories which consider a person’s childhood experiences, attachments, and the deeper question of creating meaning in life.
I employ Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) Techniques, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Art Therapy in my treatment of clients.
We all have strengths and weaknesses. In my practice, I like to uncover and nurture the many strengths that my clients possess. I encourage my clients to use these strengths to their advantage and to continually uncover additional strengths and resilience. Within my therapeutic approach, I use a variety of theories and modalities to assist in understanding and treating clients. I use existential and psychoanalytic theories which consider a person’s childhood experiences, attachments, and the deeper question of creating meaning in life.
Madeline Bush
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53202
I also specialize in cognitive behavior approaches, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Exposure & Response Prevention.
In my practice, educating therapy clients is a priority & a cornerstone of empowerment. I believe that knowledge is not only comforting but also transformative, so I dedicate time to explaining psychological concepts and therapeutic approaches in accessible terms. I also strongly believe in the art of humor in the therapy room. Laughter joins & heals.
I also specialize in cognitive behavior approaches, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Exposure & Response Prevention.
In my practice, educating therapy clients is a priority & a cornerstone of empowerment. I believe that knowledge is not only comforting but also transformative, so I dedicate time to explaining psychological concepts and therapeutic approaches in accessible terms. I also strongly believe in the art of humor in the therapy room. Laughter joins & heals.
Dr. Gabrielle Finta
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53222
I utilize evidence-based modalities including dialectical behavior therapy ( DBT), relational psychotherapy, and eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR).
I specialize in the treatment of PTSD, complex trauma, and borderline personality disorder. I understand that trauma and adverse life experiences can affect a person in a number of ways. I am passionate about helping individuals who are struggling with overwhelming emotions, unresolved trauma, anxiety, shame, and unhealthy relationships. In therapy, I strive to foster a space of acceptance, trust, and collaboration, viewing you as the expert of your own experiences. Together, we can work towards healing and personal growth.
I utilize evidence-based modalities including dialectical behavior therapy ( DBT), relational psychotherapy, and eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR).
I specialize in the treatment of PTSD, complex trauma, and borderline personality disorder. I understand that trauma and adverse life experiences can affect a person in a number of ways. I am passionate about helping individuals who are struggling with overwhelming emotions, unresolved trauma, anxiety, shame, and unhealthy relationships. In therapy, I strive to foster a space of acceptance, trust, and collaboration, viewing you as the expert of your own experiences. Together, we can work towards healing and personal growth.
Sam uses a multimodal therapeutic approach, pulling from experience primarily in Person-Centered and Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) modalities, in an effort to not only build client competency towards management of their symptoms, but find a path forward towards mental and emotional stability that takes into account their unique personalities and goals.
Sam received his undergraduate degree in Psychology in 2020, and graduate degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in 2022. Sam completed training towards competency in Dialectical Behavior Therapy in 2023.
Sam uses a multimodal therapeutic approach, pulling from experience primarily in Person-Centered and Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) modalities, in an effort to not only build client competency towards management of their symptoms, but find a path forward towards mental and emotional stability that takes into account their unique personalities and goals.
Sam received his undergraduate degree in Psychology in 2020, and graduate degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in 2022. Sam completed training towards competency in Dialectical Behavior Therapy in 2023.
I have experience with Motivational Interviewing, CBT, DBT, AODA, Solution Focused, and Person Centered counseling.
Therapist seeking to work with individual clients, couples, families, children, adolescents, and adults 18 To 65+. I currently Tx clients with anxiety, depression, anger, grief, trauma, and addiction.
I have experience with Motivational Interviewing, CBT, DBT, AODA, Solution Focused, and Person Centered counseling.
Therapist seeking to work with individual clients, couples, families, children, adolescents, and adults 18 To 65+. I currently Tx clients with anxiety, depression, anger, grief, trauma, and addiction.
Brittni Bowie
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LPC, CEDS-C, NCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Utilizing evidence-based techniques such as CBT, DBT, and RO DBT, I strive to empower you to step outside your comfort zone and embrace life's challenges with resilience.
I am a certified eating disorder specialist with a passion for guiding individuals through the intricate paths of recovery. Specializing in binge eating disorder, avoidant restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) anorexia, bulimia, and other disordered eating patterns, I also extend my hand to those battling OCD.
Utilizing evidence-based techniques such as CBT, DBT, and RO DBT, I strive to empower you to step outside your comfort zone and embrace life's challenges with resilience.
I am a certified eating disorder specialist with a passion for guiding individuals through the intricate paths of recovery. Specializing in binge eating disorder, avoidant restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) anorexia, bulimia, and other disordered eating patterns, I also extend my hand to those battling OCD.
Meet Our Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists
I help people transform pain into power using a blend of traditional and holistic therapies, including DBT, EMDR, and Brainspotting.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of how to move forward? If anxiety, depression, or trauma are weighing you down, you’re in the right place. I understand how these challenges can feel isolating and overwhelming. You may be seeking more than a space to vent—you want solutions, direction, and meaningful change. That’s exactly what I offer.
I help people transform pain into power using a blend of traditional and holistic therapies, including DBT, EMDR, and Brainspotting.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of how to move forward? If anxiety, depression, or trauma are weighing you down, you’re in the right place. I understand how these challenges can feel isolating and overwhelming. You may be seeking more than a space to vent—you want solutions, direction, and meaningful change. That’s exactly what I offer.
I use Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), an evidence-based treatment for emotion dysregulation, along with interpersonal, attachment, and somatic processing to treat a range of difficulties including emotion dysregulation, interpersonal difficulties, suicidality, and self-harm behaviors, with specific interests in complex trauma and personality disorders.
Therapy is a great tool to use during difficult times, and I honor the courage it takes to start. For many, pursuing therapy is an important step on an ongoing journey of self-knowledge, healing, and growth. I help clients feel more empowered by learning about themselves, developing new ways to cope through personal challenges, and finding confidence to navigate future hardships independently with the knowledge and skills we build together. My approach to therapy is highly collaborative and patient centered. Working together we determine your goals and the best treatment approach for your specific needs.
I use Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), an evidence-based treatment for emotion dysregulation, along with interpersonal, attachment, and somatic processing to treat a range of difficulties including emotion dysregulation, interpersonal difficulties, suicidality, and self-harm behaviors, with specific interests in complex trauma and personality disorders.
Therapy is a great tool to use during difficult times, and I honor the courage it takes to start. For many, pursuing therapy is an important step on an ongoing journey of self-knowledge, healing, and growth. I help clients feel more empowered by learning about themselves, developing new ways to cope through personal challenges, and finding confidence to navigate future hardships independently with the knowledge and skills we build together. My approach to therapy is highly collaborative and patient centered. Working together we determine your goals and the best treatment approach for your specific needs.
Using a blend of CBT, DBT, ACT, & Compassion-Focused techniques, I help clients regain control over their emotions and align with their authentic selves.
Hi! As a creative, introspective, or deeply feeling person, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or disconnected at times. Navigating challenges like anxiety, relationship struggles, or body image concerns can make it hard to stay grounded. I’m passionate about supporting individuals to explore their inner world, reconnect with their authentic selves, and learn healthier ways to cope with overwhelming emotions. My ideal clients are often between the ages of 16 and 45, deep feelers and thinkers, and may struggle with perfectionism, high achievement, or experiences such as anxiety, depression, OCD, eating disorders, or burnout.
Using a blend of CBT, DBT, ACT, & Compassion-Focused techniques, I help clients regain control over their emotions and align with their authentic selves.
Hi! As a creative, introspective, or deeply feeling person, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or disconnected at times. Navigating challenges like anxiety, relationship struggles, or body image concerns can make it hard to stay grounded. I’m passionate about supporting individuals to explore their inner world, reconnect with their authentic selves, and learn healthier ways to cope with overwhelming emotions. My ideal clients are often between the ages of 16 and 45, deep feelers and thinkers, and may struggle with perfectionism, high achievement, or experiences such as anxiety, depression, OCD, eating disorders, or burnout.
I offer EMDR therapy as well as ERP, CBT, DBT, and existential therapy.
Hi there! Journey with me toward getting your joy, peace, and motivation back. I specialize in trauma and complex trauma, depression, anxiety, OCD, grief and loss, and existential concerns. I also focus on adjusting to life transitions, religious trauma, cult recovery, moral injury, and self-esteem. While these are my specialties, I see clients who have all kinds of concerns including work stress, generational trauma, loneliness, ADHD, relationship concerns, political stress, school anxiety, and other concerns. I meet with individuals and couples and welcome clients to bring their whole selves into the therapy process.
I offer EMDR therapy as well as ERP, CBT, DBT, and existential therapy.
Hi there! Journey with me toward getting your joy, peace, and motivation back. I specialize in trauma and complex trauma, depression, anxiety, OCD, grief and loss, and existential concerns. I also focus on adjusting to life transitions, religious trauma, cult recovery, moral injury, and self-esteem. While these are my specialties, I see clients who have all kinds of concerns including work stress, generational trauma, loneliness, ADHD, relationship concerns, political stress, school anxiety, and other concerns. I meet with individuals and couples and welcome clients to bring their whole selves into the therapy process.
My skills are based in DBT, CBT, and motivational interviewing.
My name is Lori-Ana and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Life Coach. I have been in the mental health field for over 6 years. After recognizing that I needed to make a change from corporate life to something that fulfilled my need to make a difference, I started on my own journey to personal healing. I realized that we all need support in taking small steps to make brave changes. My goal is to provide a safe space for all clients that are motivated in learning new skills and needing assistance in navigating life's tough stuff.
My skills are based in DBT, CBT, and motivational interviewing.
My name is Lori-Ana and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Life Coach. I have been in the mental health field for over 6 years. After recognizing that I needed to make a change from corporate life to something that fulfilled my need to make a difference, I started on my own journey to personal healing. I realized that we all need support in taking small steps to make brave changes. My goal is to provide a safe space for all clients that are motivated in learning new skills and needing assistance in navigating life's tough stuff.
I have been intensively trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT, & certified as a Transgender Care Therapist.
Choosing a therapist is a very personal decision. Connecting with someone new, and having a safe place free of judgment is important, and I strive to offer that. I am the sole practitioner at Open Perspectives LLC, and will offer you a secure, supportive environment to help you focus on the goals that are specific to your needs. I offer a client-centered, eclectic combination of therapeutic approaches, in an authentic, relatable way. If you are feeling uncertain about whether to move forward, know that you are not alone, and we can take those steps together.
I have been intensively trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT, & certified as a Transgender Care Therapist.
Choosing a therapist is a very personal decision. Connecting with someone new, and having a safe place free of judgment is important, and I strive to offer that. I am the sole practitioner at Open Perspectives LLC, and will offer you a secure, supportive environment to help you focus on the goals that are specific to your needs. I offer a client-centered, eclectic combination of therapeutic approaches, in an authentic, relatable way. If you are feeling uncertain about whether to move forward, know that you are not alone, and we can take those steps together.
I’m trained in a number of therapeutic approaches including DBT and practice from a relational-cultural framework.
My ideal client is one who is ready to take the next step on their mental health journey! Whether this is your first therapy experience, or your tenth, there is always room to grow. All you have to do show up and keep an open mind. I’m passionate about providing my clients a safe and supportive space to explore their inner worlds and challenge beliefs that no longer serve them. So, if you’d like to improve your communication skills, identify/address triggers, develop healthy boundaries, and learn some cool things about your brain along the way, you’ve come to the right place!
I’m trained in a number of therapeutic approaches including DBT and practice from a relational-cultural framework.
My ideal client is one who is ready to take the next step on their mental health journey! Whether this is your first therapy experience, or your tenth, there is always room to grow. All you have to do show up and keep an open mind. I’m passionate about providing my clients a safe and supportive space to explore their inner worlds and challenge beliefs that no longer serve them. So, if you’d like to improve your communication skills, identify/address triggers, develop healthy boundaries, and learn some cool things about your brain along the way, you’ve come to the right place!
My approach involves strategies from DBT and ACT together to help individuals make meaningful changes in their lives to move toward joy.
I work with those struggling with substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, bipolar, etc. and complex trauma histories. Additionally, I have experience working with LGBTQIA+ populations and offer an accepting and safe environment for anyone who needs the help I can offer.
My approach involves strategies from DBT and ACT together to help individuals make meaningful changes in their lives to move toward joy.
I work with those struggling with substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, bipolar, etc. and complex trauma histories. Additionally, I have experience working with LGBTQIA+ populations and offer an accepting and safe environment for anyone who needs the help I can offer.
Stefanie Palmer
Counselor, LPC, CSITP, CDBT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I am a certified sex informed therapy provider (ZERO touching involved) and a certified DBT therapist.
Are you looking to build healthier neuropathways to decrease negative thinking? Looking to decrease perfectionism or perfectionist/all or nothing thinking?I can help! Working with a variety of individuals over the last 15 years has provided me with a wealth of knowledge/experience to help you on your journey!I am a clinician, dedicated to maintaining a safe space for clients to feel seen/heard/validated. I incorporate many therapeutic interventions based on client needs/goals.Helping people redefine themselves is what sparks joy for me!I can't wait to embark on your journey with you!
I am a certified sex informed therapy provider (ZERO touching involved) and a certified DBT therapist.
Are you looking to build healthier neuropathways to decrease negative thinking? Looking to decrease perfectionism or perfectionist/all or nothing thinking?I can help! Working with a variety of individuals over the last 15 years has provided me with a wealth of knowledge/experience to help you on your journey!I am a clinician, dedicated to maintaining a safe space for clients to feel seen/heard/validated. I incorporate many therapeutic interventions based on client needs/goals.Helping people redefine themselves is what sparks joy for me!I can't wait to embark on your journey with you!
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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.