Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

I have the training and skills to provide dialectical behavioral therapy

I received specialized training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) from a certified DBT psychologist. What I love most about DBT is how skills-focused and digestible the content is. DBT empowers clients through psychoeducation, to truly understand the science behind your experiences, and skill-building, to bolster confidence and effectiveness handling the challenges life throws your way. In short, everyone can benefit from DBT skills!

By incorporating DBT strategies in therapy I help teach clients tools to emotionally self-regulate, become more body-aware and mindful, manage interpersonal stress and change unhelpful habits.

DBT was born out of CBT and mindfulness, both of which I have studied separately. Getting certified in DBT, thus, seemed natural. I don't do the strict protocols of DBT, which is a group therapy, but I use a lot of the principles frequently.

Sometimes we all need a structured cheat sheet for basic and advanced human interactions. DBT can offer us simple tools and skills for a variety of situations. It is an evidence based treatment that has been highly effective in helping folks take a wise approach to our triggers.

Sometimes we all encounter situations that leaves us broken and helpless to where life begins to lose meaning. Radical acceptance and mindfulness through DBT allows you to accept situations as is knowing you have no control over them. This allows individuals to learn the process of letting go of past hurts and learning to live in the moment with a focus on what is going well in their lives at this point.

I have undergone intensive training in DBT and have been practicing with it since 2014. Not only do I understand the skills, I have a firm understanding of foundational principles and how to utilize the modality as a whole to shift perspective and create with clients a different approach to life. The goal of this treatment is to help clients build a life worth living and it is one of the most researched and supported models of therapy.

DBT is focused on four main modules: mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. I find these skills helpful for myself and my clients on a daily basis. This modality can be used in a structured way where each section is addressed in order and completely. Or specific skills can be chosen for a more tailored approach. It is incredibly effective in a short period of time.

With comprehensive DBT therapy, I’ll help you manage overwhelming emotion so you can feel safe and grounded. I’ll help you practice relationship skills so you can connect closely and feel secure in them. I am an intensively trained DBT therapist, I received intensive training for DBT, DBT with adolescents, DBT for couples and families. I have worked in immersive DBT settings providing individual DBT, DBT skills group, and DBT family programs, in all levels of care and acuity.

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is a type of talk therapy (psychotherapy). It’s based on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), but it’s specially adapted for people who experience emotions very intensely. “Dialectical” means combining opposite ideas. DBT focuses on helping people accept the reality of their lives and their behaviors, as well as helping them change their lives, including their unhelpful behaviors.

Completing certification in DBT/ Pesi Used for clients struggling with emotional regulation.

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is an effective approach I use to help folks manage overwhelming emotions, improve relationships, and build distress tolerance. I guide clients through mindfulness, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness strategies. DBT empowers individuals to create balance, reduce impulsivity, and navigate life’s challenges with greater resilience. Contact me today to learn how DBT can support your mental health journey.

I am trained extensively in Dialectical Behavior Therapy with adolescents and adults.

I am Level 2 trained in DBT and have also completed training in utilizing DBT for PTSD.

Certified in DBT Therapy.