Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

I don't follow DBT to the core, I believe your emotions and feelings are real. However, we may not always be in the best spot to process or feel them fully. I work to give you tools to work with those emotions until we get to a safe place to express ourselves.

I used DBT exclusively while working in a residential treatment facility. I can provide individual DBT therapy and one-on-one skills coaching.

I have utilized both structured and unstructured DBT interventions with clients for over 5 years.

I have been trained and practicing DBT for 20+ years- recently worked on making it official with my certification!

I specialize and have been trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)—a powerful approach designed to help you navigate life's challenges with greater resilience and skill. DBT is an evidence-based therapeutic approach that combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness practices. DBT has been proven effective for a wide range of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, PTSD, and substance use disorders.

I am formally trained through Marsha Linehan's training foundation and have used DBT in both residential and outpatient settings extensively.

DBT is especially helpful when folks feel very upset in the moment and seemingly lose their train of thought. DBT was a focus of my more advanced training (internship) prior to licensure.

I use DBT Skills training by Marsha Linehan to help people regulate their emotions, Mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness. I was trained in Marsha Linehan Skills training.

I use DBT to help clients learn practical skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and overall emotion management.

I have provided Comprehensive DBT since 2019 when I joined a team. I have completed several advanced trainings on DBT. I have run several DBT groups and tons of individual sessions. I find DBT so useful, I use it with all my trauma clients regardless of diagnosis. I can often be found holding up my DBT skills book proudly! :)

I have been trained in DBT since 2018 and have experience using it in both group and individual settings. I deeply understand the concepts and enjoy teaching skills that improve mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and self-concept. One of the things I like about DBT is that it builds on an individual's existing skills and helps them to find space between stimulus and response, reducing reactivity and improving impulse control.

I use DBT to help equip clients with practical skills to manage challenging emotions and navigate difficult situations. We can work on developing techniques for mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT helps build a roadmap for developing healthier relationships and coping mechanisms for everyday challenges. DBT uses some worksheets to help provide education and structure when building skills.