Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Milwaukee, WI
Cayla Lund is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Art Therapist with over 4 years of experience specializing in depression, anxiety, trauma, and transitional concerns. Cayla is passionate about working with the LGBTQ+ community and helping navigate through related issues. Cayla utilizes Person Centered, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapy, and Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Cayla has experience counseling children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and groups in clinical and inpatient settings.
Cayla Lund is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Art Therapist with over 4 years of experience specializing in depression, anxiety, trauma, and transitional concerns. Cayla is passionate about working with the LGBTQ+ community and helping navigate through related issues. Cayla utilizes Person Centered, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapy, and Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Cayla has experience counseling children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and groups in clinical and inpatient settings.
Hello and welcome to your journey of self-discovery and wellness! Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and I congratulate you on starting your journey and I am here to make sure that it is meaningful and helpful to you. I specialize in working with clients who have co-occurring disorders, life transitions, depression, anxiety, trauma, or are just struggling with life stressors. I utilize a client-centered, solution-focused approach to therapy and tailor each session to your needs and goals. I provide a safe space and supportive environment where you can release, be yourself, and achieve lasting positive change.
Hello and welcome to your journey of self-discovery and wellness! Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and I congratulate you on starting your journey and I am here to make sure that it is meaningful and helpful to you. I specialize in working with clients who have co-occurring disorders, life transitions, depression, anxiety, trauma, or are just struggling with life stressors. I utilize a client-centered, solution-focused approach to therapy and tailor each session to your needs and goals. I provide a safe space and supportive environment where you can release, be yourself, and achieve lasting positive change.
Are you serious about changing your relationships? Are you ready to commit? I am compassionate, direct and fair, and I will throw in a bit of tough love. I believe in the resilience of couples and families as well as their ability to change. Anything can be accomplished if you set your mind to it and with my assistance, I will help you to achieve your goals. Those who typically come to see me are those struggling with relationships, addiction and trauma. I work with children (ages 10 and up), adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
Are you serious about changing your relationships? Are you ready to commit? I am compassionate, direct and fair, and I will throw in a bit of tough love. I believe in the resilience of couples and families as well as their ability to change. Anything can be accomplished if you set your mind to it and with my assistance, I will help you to achieve your goals. Those who typically come to see me are those struggling with relationships, addiction and trauma. I work with children (ages 10 and up), adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
I have experience supporting individuals through a wide range of concerns, including:
• Trauma
• Anxiety and depression
• Grief and loss
• ADHD and autism
• Life transitions and emerging adulthood
• Emotional regulation and coping
I integrate evidence-based approaches, including:
• EMDR
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Welcome! I work at RISE Youth & Family Services and I look forward to connecting. I view therapy as a collaborative process grounded in open communication, mutual respect, and shared decision-making. I tailor my work to each individual, drawing from evidence-based modalities to meet your needs and goals. Some clients are ready to dive in immediately, while others need time to build trust and comfort. Both are welcome. I prioritize open communication, shared decision-making, and a supportive environment where you can explore challenges at your own pace.
I have experience supporting individuals through a wide range of concerns, including:
• Trauma
• Anxiety and depression
• Grief and loss
• ADHD and autism
• Life transitions and emerging adulthood
• Emotional regulation and coping
I integrate evidence-based approaches, including:
• EMDR
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Welcome! I work at RISE Youth & Family Services and I look forward to connecting. I view therapy as a collaborative process grounded in open communication, mutual respect, and shared decision-making. I tailor my work to each individual, drawing from evidence-based modalities to meet your needs and goals. Some clients are ready to dive in immediately, while others need time to build trust and comfort. Both are welcome. I prioritize open communication, shared decision-making, and a supportive environment where you can explore challenges at your own pace.
Darcy Mason
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CH, RMT, RScP
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Waitlist for new clients
My approach is person-centered, collaborative, and honest. I believe in creating a space where we can explore what’s truly helpful for you—blending evidence-based techniques with intuitive, holistic practices to meet your unique needs and goals. With a background in EMDR, brain spotting, hypnosis, meditation, and as a Reiki Master-Teacher, I offer a wide range of perspectives and tools to support your healing. My diverse background and a wide range of therapeutic skills allow me to meet you where you are, and support you in managing your mental health while working towards your goals in a way that is authentic and collaborative.
My approach is person-centered, collaborative, and honest. I believe in creating a space where we can explore what’s truly helpful for you—blending evidence-based techniques with intuitive, holistic practices to meet your unique needs and goals. With a background in EMDR, brain spotting, hypnosis, meditation, and as a Reiki Master-Teacher, I offer a wide range of perspectives and tools to support your healing. My diverse background and a wide range of therapeutic skills allow me to meet you where you are, and support you in managing your mental health while working towards your goals in a way that is authentic and collaborative.
I draw most heavily from Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Jungian Analytical Psychology, Internal Family Systems, Somatic Therapy, and Existential Theory.
I believe most problems stem from traumas of varying degrees. Awareness of how trauma impacts the mind and body allows it to be healed rather than avoided or channeled into destructive behaviors. I have experience working with trauma, eating disorders, mood disorders, addiction, personality disorders, grief and loss, and life transitions.
I draw most heavily from Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Jungian Analytical Psychology, Internal Family Systems, Somatic Therapy, and Existential Theory.
I believe most problems stem from traumas of varying degrees. Awareness of how trauma impacts the mind and body allows it to be healed rather than avoided or channeled into destructive behaviors. I have experience working with trauma, eating disorders, mood disorders, addiction, personality disorders, grief and loss, and life transitions.
With a down-to-earth approach and light humor, I meet you where you are, offering support and challenge to spark breakthroughs. Feeling defeated by negative thoughts is incredibly common, and these patterns can significantly impact every aspect of your life. I've worked with many clients to navigate challenges like anxiety, burnout, stress, trauma, addiction, life transitions, relationship issues, low self-esteem, and career pressures. I aim to help you build a toolkit of skills and gain the insights you need to move forward, feel "unstuck," and be more present in your life.
With a down-to-earth approach and light humor, I meet you where you are, offering support and challenge to spark breakthroughs. Feeling defeated by negative thoughts is incredibly common, and these patterns can significantly impact every aspect of your life. I've worked with many clients to navigate challenges like anxiety, burnout, stress, trauma, addiction, life transitions, relationship issues, low self-esteem, and career pressures. I aim to help you build a toolkit of skills and gain the insights you need to move forward, feel "unstuck," and be more present in your life.
Life's challenges—whether ADHD, anxiety, depression, grief, or trauma—can feel overwhelming and isolating. You don't have to navigate them alone. I bring a unique perspective shaped by years of meeting people where they are, literally and figuratively, and helping them build the lives they deserve.
The pressures of growing up in a fast-changing world on children and adolescents can create conflict and academic stress to identity struggles and emotional regulation. Using evidence-based approaches, children and adolescents can develop coping skills, build confidence, and strengthen communication for themselves during these struggles.
Life's challenges—whether ADHD, anxiety, depression, grief, or trauma—can feel overwhelming and isolating. You don't have to navigate them alone. I bring a unique perspective shaped by years of meeting people where they are, literally and figuratively, and helping them build the lives they deserve.
The pressures of growing up in a fast-changing world on children and adolescents can create conflict and academic stress to identity struggles and emotional regulation. Using evidence-based approaches, children and adolescents can develop coping skills, build confidence, and strengthen communication for themselves during these struggles.
I draw from a variety of evidence-based practices, including CBT, DBT, ACT, ERP, and EMDR
Welcome! Therapy is a deeply personal journey, and I believe in walking alongside you every step of the way. My approach is collaborative, and I strive to build a strong, trusting relationship where you feel supported and understood. Whether you're navigating a difficult transition, struggling with a relationship, exploring your sense of self, or working through depression or anxiety my goal is to offer an empathetic environment where you can heal.
I draw from a variety of evidence-based practices, including CBT, DBT, ACT, ERP, and EMDR
Welcome! Therapy is a deeply personal journey, and I believe in walking alongside you every step of the way. My approach is collaborative, and I strive to build a strong, trusting relationship where you feel supported and understood. Whether you're navigating a difficult transition, struggling with a relationship, exploring your sense of self, or working through depression or anxiety my goal is to offer an empathetic environment where you can heal.
We’ll use CBT and DBT for practical coping skills, while weaving in creativity, mindfulness, and somatic techniques for deeper healing.
Life transitions can feel overwhelming — whether you’re a professional facing burnout, a new parent, or a teen navigating social pressure. You don’t have to carry it alone. With experience as a school social worker and Full‑Spectrum Doula, I offer a warm, culturally responsive space to “unmask,” slow down, and reconnect with your strength. From perinatal mental health to school‑based struggles, I help you move from overwhelmed to grounded. Milwaukee + Virtual WI. Bilingual.
We’ll use CBT and DBT for practical coping skills, while weaving in creativity, mindfulness, and somatic techniques for deeper healing.
Life transitions can feel overwhelming — whether you’re a professional facing burnout, a new parent, or a teen navigating social pressure. You don’t have to carry it alone. With experience as a school social worker and Full‑Spectrum Doula, I offer a warm, culturally responsive space to “unmask,” slow down, and reconnect with your strength. From perinatal mental health to school‑based struggles, I help you move from overwhelmed to grounded. Milwaukee + Virtual WI. Bilingual.
Whether you are beginning your therapy journey, or looking to continue care, diving into therapy can be challenging and uncertain. So, I’m glad you’re here. I am a person-centered therapist who believes everyone has the power to create change and foster wellness in their lives.
Whether you are beginning your therapy journey, or looking to continue care, diving into therapy can be challenging and uncertain. So, I’m glad you’re here. I am a person-centered therapist who believes everyone has the power to create change and foster wellness in their lives.
Our therapists are experts in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-focused therapy, and the Gottman Method, to name a few.
Hillary Counseling is a boutique therapy practice nestled in the heart of Milwaukee’s Historic Third Ward. Our dedicated team of mental health therapists is passionate about providing personalized, high-quality care in a calming, restorative environment. We believe therapy should be modern, relatable, and holistic—empowering you to achieve a healthier, more fulfilling life.
Our therapists are experts in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-focused therapy, and the Gottman Method, to name a few.
Hillary Counseling is a boutique therapy practice nestled in the heart of Milwaukee’s Historic Third Ward. Our dedicated team of mental health therapists is passionate about providing personalized, high-quality care in a calming, restorative environment. We believe therapy should be modern, relatable, and holistic—empowering you to achieve a healthier, more fulfilling life.
She integrates evidencebased interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy CBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy DBT, and mindfulness techniques to guide clients through their healing process.
Gabrielle Steinbrenner, LPC, is passionate about helping adults and seniors throughout Wisconsin manage and overcome challenges related to anxiety, depression, and substance use. With a focus on providing personalized care, Gabrielle offers individual therapy to clients who are navigating difficult emotions, stress, and addictive behaviors. She recognizes the unique mental health needs of each individual and works collaboratively to create treatment plans that align with her clients personal goals, supporting them in developing coping skills and strategies for longterm wellbeing.
She integrates evidencebased interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy CBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy DBT, and mindfulness techniques to guide clients through their healing process.
Gabrielle Steinbrenner, LPC, is passionate about helping adults and seniors throughout Wisconsin manage and overcome challenges related to anxiety, depression, and substance use. With a focus on providing personalized care, Gabrielle offers individual therapy to clients who are navigating difficult emotions, stress, and addictive behaviors. She recognizes the unique mental health needs of each individual and works collaboratively to create treatment plans that align with her clients personal goals, supporting them in developing coping skills and strategies for longterm wellbeing.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I am deeply passionate about supporting others on their journey to healing and personal growth. I strive to create a safe, welcoming space, where clients can feel truly comfortable, seen, and heard.
Trust is the cornerstone of any meaningful therapeutic relationship. I believe that healing begins when trust is established and I work with every client from a place of authenticity, empathy, and respect. My goal is to walk alongside you, offering support, insight, and compassion every step of the way.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I am deeply passionate about supporting others on their journey to healing and personal growth. I strive to create a safe, welcoming space, where clients can feel truly comfortable, seen, and heard.
Trust is the cornerstone of any meaningful therapeutic relationship. I believe that healing begins when trust is established and I work with every client from a place of authenticity, empathy, and respect. My goal is to walk alongside you, offering support, insight, and compassion every step of the way.
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 and understand that trauma/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, dissociation, 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 and understand that trauma/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, dissociation, 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.
Bailey Kraft is the founder of Connected Threads Counseling and graduated from Purdue University with a Masters Degree in Child Development and Family Studies with a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana and Michigan. Bailey is a LGBTQ-affirmative therapist and specializes in both relational and individual therapy. She utilizes a strength based approach with an emphasis on how our lives are affected by the many different connections within ourselves, our relationships, and our world.
Bailey Kraft is the founder of Connected Threads Counseling and graduated from Purdue University with a Masters Degree in Child Development and Family Studies with a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana and Michigan. Bailey is a LGBTQ-affirmative therapist and specializes in both relational and individual therapy. She utilizes a strength based approach with an emphasis on how our lives are affected by the many different connections within ourselves, our relationships, and our world.
ONE9 Trauma & Behavioral Health Counseling Service
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
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.
I also specialize in cognitive behavior approaches, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Exposure & Response Prevention to address struggles with depression, anxiety & emotional dysregulation, and obsessive compulsive disorder.
In my practice, prioritizing empowerment through knowledge is a top priority. 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 to address struggles with depression, anxiety & emotional dysregulation, and obsessive compulsive disorder.
In my practice, prioritizing empowerment through knowledge is a top priority. 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.
Need supervision or private practice consultation? Looking for a supervisor to help you grow as a professional? I understand the difficulties that go into developing professionally. With my supervision and consulting services, I can focus on helping wellness providers improve their work and their business. This isn't just about talking- it's understanding why we think what we do and how we can shift our mindsets when needed. Let me show you ways to improve your craft through individual or group supervision and consulting services so that you leave feeling an improved sense of confidence.
Need supervision or private practice consultation? Looking for a supervisor to help you grow as a professional? I understand the difficulties that go into developing professionally. With my supervision and consulting services, I can focus on helping wellness providers improve their work and their business. This isn't just about talking- it's understanding why we think what we do and how we can shift our mindsets when needed. Let me show you ways to improve your craft through individual or group supervision and consulting services so that you leave feeling an improved sense of confidence.
Taking the first step towards change can be an immense sign of growth and strength. I am a therapist dedicated to providing guidance and a collaborative environment for individuals seeking meaningful change. I come from a trauma-informed background and have experience working with anxiety, depression, domestic violence, and systemic issues. I approach therapy as a working relationship where we create a safe and comfortable space for individuals to feel seen, heard, and valued.
Taking the first step towards change can be an immense sign of growth and strength. I am a therapist dedicated to providing guidance and a collaborative environment for individuals seeking meaningful change. I come from a trauma-informed background and have experience working with anxiety, depression, domestic violence, and systemic issues. I approach therapy as a working relationship where we create a safe and comfortable space for individuals to feel seen, heard, and valued.
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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.