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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in Fort Worth, TX

Learn skills to handle intense emotions without losing control

Skills for handling intense emotions and building better relationships.

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What it is

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a skills-based approach that balances acceptance and change. It teaches mindfulness, tolerating distress, managing emotions and communicating effectively.

What a session looks like

Sessions include learning and practicing specific skills, such as pausing before reacting, calming strong feelings and asking for what you need. I draw on these skills in individual sessions.

Who it can help

People who feel their emotions are too intense, who act impulsively when upset, or who have turbulent relationships.

About my training

In my work I draw on ideas from Dialectical Behavior Therapy, along with other methods suited to each person.

Counseling that uses this approach

When life feels heavy, or you are not sure what to do next, individual counseling gives you room to say what you are feeling and make sense of it. I have worked with individuals for more than 35 years.

No one plans to struggle with chemical dependency, alcohol abuse or drug abuse, and it can happen to anyone. Counseling can be a first step toward sobriety and a life that feels like yours again. I have worked with people in recovery and their families for more than 35 years.

Concerns this can help with

Practical support when the pressure has become too much.

Practical tools for handling strong emotions and hard situations.

Support for ongoing depression, mood swings and related conditions.

Frequently asked questions

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a skills-based approach that balances acceptance and change. It teaches mindfulness, tolerating distress, managing emotions and communicating effectively.

Sessions are 60 minutes, and the fee is $200 per session.

Yes. Online sessions are also available by secure video, so you can meet with me from home or another private place anywhere in Texas.

Sessions include learning and practicing specific skills, such as pausing before reacting, calming strong feelings and asking for what you need. I draw on these skills in individual sessions.

No. I do not take insurance. My practice is private pay.

People who feel their emotions are too intense, who act impulsively when upset, or who have turbulent relationships.

Yes. I offer a free 15-minute phone call before your first session so we can talk about what you are looking for.

Ready when you are

You don’t have to have it all figured out to reach out. A free 15-minute call is a no-pressure way to see if we are a good fit.