Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Oakton, VA

Joan Rockwell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oakton, VA 22124  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Other treatment modalities include psychodynamic psychotherapy, EMDR, DBT, Imago Relationship Therapy, and Mindfulness.
I have experience treating a broad range of issues including depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, relationship issues, life transition issues, work-related issues, stress management, self-esteem issues. I also work with co-occurring disorders and with couples who are struggling in their relationships due to addictive behaviors. When indicated, I work collaboratively with other therapists to maximize therapeutic benefits.
Other treatment modalities include psychodynamic psychotherapy, EMDR, DBT, Imago Relationship Therapy, and Mindfulness.
I have experience treating a broad range of issues including depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, relationship issues, life transition issues, work-related issues, stress management, self-esteem issues. I also work with co-occurring disorders and with couples who are struggling in their relationships due to addictive behaviors. When indicated, I work collaboratively with other therapists to maximize therapeutic benefits.
(540) 908-3815 View (540) 908-3815
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Seth Rumbley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Oakton, VA 22124
Do you find yourself feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or anxious? Is your child experiencing behavioral issues? Everyone needs additional support from time to time to deal with life's challenges. I view clients as experts of their own experiences and take a collaborative approach to counseling. Working together, we can develop the tools and insights needed to achieve your therapeutic goals. In addition to this person-centered approach, I utilize solutions-focused, acceptance and commitment (ACT), cognitive behavioral (CBT), and dialectical behavioral (DBT) therapeutic modalities and mindfulness tools based on clients' needs.
Do you find yourself feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or anxious? Is your child experiencing behavioral issues? Everyone needs additional support from time to time to deal with life's challenges. I view clients as experts of their own experiences and take a collaborative approach to counseling. Working together, we can develop the tools and insights needed to achieve your therapeutic goals. In addition to this person-centered approach, I utilize solutions-focused, acceptance and commitment (ACT), cognitive behavioral (CBT), and dialectical behavioral (DBT) therapeutic modalities and mindfulness tools based on clients' needs.
(571) 444-8871 x14 View (571) 444-8871 x14
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Lauren K. Nickum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakton, VA 22124  (Online Only)
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help you find the root causes of your negative thinking as well as Motivation Enhancement therapy to help you make life changes and DBT and mindfulness skills for coping.
I understand that it can be hard to reach out for help, and I am here to listen without judgement and help you move forward. I have over 10 years of experience helping adults and adolescents work thought their struggles with a variety of life issues including anxiety, depression, anger management, life stress, relationship issues, substance use, early recovery from addiction, and life transitions such as separation and divorce, family stress, relationship challenges, and work stress.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help you find the root causes of your negative thinking as well as Motivation Enhancement therapy to help you make life changes and DBT and mindfulness skills for coping.
I understand that it can be hard to reach out for help, and I am here to listen without judgement and help you move forward. I have over 10 years of experience helping adults and adolescents work thought their struggles with a variety of life issues including anxiety, depression, anger management, life stress, relationship issues, substance use, early recovery from addiction, and life transitions such as separation and divorce, family stress, relationship challenges, and work stress.
(571) 297-1844 View (571) 297-1844
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Meredith Kerley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Oakton, VA 22124
In addition to providing individual therapy, Meredith offers an adolescent DBT skills group.
Meredith Kerley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in the treatment of both adolescents and adults in individual and group therapy. As a therapist, Meredith builds upon each individual's strengths and uniqueness. She works collaboratively with clients to discuss their concerns and assist them in gaining greater insight and clarity of mind. Meredith provides a confidential, warm, and safe environment in which clients can explore past and current issues, weigh their options, and change longstanding counterproductive behaviors. She believes that it is through this work that clients are able to live more authentic lives and experience more fulfilling relationships.
In addition to providing individual therapy, Meredith offers an adolescent DBT skills group.
Meredith Kerley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in the treatment of both adolescents and adults in individual and group therapy. As a therapist, Meredith builds upon each individual's strengths and uniqueness. She works collaboratively with clients to discuss their concerns and assist them in gaining greater insight and clarity of mind. Meredith provides a confidential, warm, and safe environment in which clients can explore past and current issues, weigh their options, and change longstanding counterproductive behaviors. She believes that it is through this work that clients are able to live more authentic lives and experience more fulfilling relationships.
(703) 591-5912 x5 View (703) 591-5912 x5
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Simply Mindful Solutions, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Oakton, VA 22185
Our team is a group experienced working with children, adolescents, and adults, utilizing CBT, TF-CBT (Trauma-focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy), DBT, BFRB, EMDR, Family Focused, Internal Family Systems, Play Therapy and Sandtray Therapy.
At Simply Mindful Solutions, we believe in the importance of a strong therapeutic relationship. When someone chooses to walk in the door to begin their healing journey, it’s an honor that their trust has been placed in us to begin that journey with them. Our combined experience includes working with clients on a variety of issues to include domestic violence, trauma, anxiety, childhood abuse/neglect, sexual abuse, ADHD, Autism, foster care/adoption and depression.
Our team is a group experienced working with children, adolescents, and adults, utilizing CBT, TF-CBT (Trauma-focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy), DBT, BFRB, EMDR, Family Focused, Internal Family Systems, Play Therapy and Sandtray Therapy.
At Simply Mindful Solutions, we believe in the importance of a strong therapeutic relationship. When someone chooses to walk in the door to begin their healing journey, it’s an honor that their trust has been placed in us to begin that journey with them. Our combined experience includes working with clients on a variety of issues to include domestic violence, trauma, anxiety, childhood abuse/neglect, sexual abuse, ADHD, Autism, foster care/adoption and depression.
(571) 339-3119 View (571) 339-3119
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E Ashley Steelman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Oakton, VA 22124
I am enthusiastic about helping people become the best versions of themselves. My passion is helping clients struggling with eating disorders, trauma, and common co-occurring mood disorders. As a Clinical Director, Program Manager, and Therapist at various facilities I am comfortable speaking with individuals, family systems, and community groups (Educators and PTAs) about eating disorder presentation and. treatment I am able to assess level of care needs as well as provide recommendations and support to clients and families struggling in the face of an eating disorder.
I am enthusiastic about helping people become the best versions of themselves. My passion is helping clients struggling with eating disorders, trauma, and common co-occurring mood disorders. As a Clinical Director, Program Manager, and Therapist at various facilities I am comfortable speaking with individuals, family systems, and community groups (Educators and PTAs) about eating disorder presentation and. treatment I am able to assess level of care needs as well as provide recommendations and support to clients and families struggling in the face of an eating disorder.
(571) 450-9268 View (571) 450-9268
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Pouneh Zeraat
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd , CSAC, LPC
Verified Verified
Oakton, VA 22124  (Online Only)
Dive into a transformative journey where judgment has no place. With over 15 years of dedicated experience, I offer more than just therapy; I provide a nurturing sanctuary for personal empowerment.
Dive into a transformative journey where judgment has no place. With over 15 years of dedicated experience, I offer more than just therapy; I provide a nurturing sanctuary for personal empowerment.
(571) 946-5286 View (571) 946-5286
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Olga Zurita, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakton, VA 22124  (Online Only)
Currently accepting new clients in Virginia for telehealth therapy. I help women who struggle with traumatic past, life transitions and daily stressors to be the best version of themselves and to start living a more productive and fulfilling life. My goal is to help you reconnect with what you want for yourself rather than what others want for you. We will focus on your strengths as we work together, so that you can start seeking validation from within yourself rather than from those around you. We will partner to create a life where you feel strong, independent and equipped to handle life stressors on your own.
Currently accepting new clients in Virginia for telehealth therapy. I help women who struggle with traumatic past, life transitions and daily stressors to be the best version of themselves and to start living a more productive and fulfilling life. My goal is to help you reconnect with what you want for yourself rather than what others want for you. We will focus on your strengths as we work together, so that you can start seeking validation from within yourself rather than from those around you. We will partner to create a life where you feel strong, independent and equipped to handle life stressors on your own.
(703) 239-3737 View (703) 239-3737
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Northern Virginia Couples Counseling, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT
Verified Verified
Oakton, VA 22124
My name is Stefania Gheorghiu, I run a hybrid practice providing both virtual appointments (week days only) and in-person sessions at my Reston office on Saturdays. My clients are self-motivated individuals and couples who are ready to take action in repairing past hurts, heal their emotional wounds, and overcome challenges they face in their current environment. I aim to empower my clients through acceptance, understanding, empathy, and challenge as we work together to navigate new ways of moving through life in order to achieve your goals.
My name is Stefania Gheorghiu, I run a hybrid practice providing both virtual appointments (week days only) and in-person sessions at my Reston office on Saturdays. My clients are self-motivated individuals and couples who are ready to take action in repairing past hurts, heal their emotional wounds, and overcome challenges they face in their current environment. I aim to empower my clients through acceptance, understanding, empathy, and challenge as we work together to navigate new ways of moving through life in order to achieve your goals.
(240) 202-2211 View (240) 202-2211
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Virginia Inglese
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA, RDN, EMDR, CEDS
Verified Verified
Oakton, VA 22185
Are you struggling with an eating disorder, low self-esteem, relationship issues, or self harming behaviors? Have you suffered from trauma and abuse, or have lost touch of your own needs and feelings? I use an integrative approach that emphasizes emotional and physical healing and addresses the underlying core issues that continue to sabotage the recovery process. My treatment approach helps you let go of negative beliefs, self destructive patterns, and learn to develop positive relationships and healthy coping skills. We build on your strengths and focus is on recovery and self care to find your true inner self.
Are you struggling with an eating disorder, low self-esteem, relationship issues, or self harming behaviors? Have you suffered from trauma and abuse, or have lost touch of your own needs and feelings? I use an integrative approach that emphasizes emotional and physical healing and addresses the underlying core issues that continue to sabotage the recovery process. My treatment approach helps you let go of negative beliefs, self destructive patterns, and learn to develop positive relationships and healthy coping skills. We build on your strengths and focus is on recovery and self care to find your true inner self.
(703) 634-9922 View (703) 634-9922
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Megan Elizabeth Fellows
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Oakton, VA 22124
Waitlist for new clients
As a Licensed Professional Counselor with over years experience in the mental health field, I thoroughly enjoy my role in helping others to reach their goals. I have worked with individuals, families, and groups in both inpatient and outpatient settings within the DC Metro area. Specifically, I have experience with adults, adolescents, and children presenting with a variety of concerns and needs. I have also had the privilege of serving individuals with intellectual disabilities and developmental delays in both private, in-home, and educational settings.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor with over years experience in the mental health field, I thoroughly enjoy my role in helping others to reach their goals. I have worked with individuals, families, and groups in both inpatient and outpatient settings within the DC Metro area. Specifically, I have experience with adults, adolescents, and children presenting with a variety of concerns and needs. I have also had the privilege of serving individuals with intellectual disabilities and developmental delays in both private, in-home, and educational settings.
(571) 374-1726 View (571) 374-1726
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Brittany Vera
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakton, VA 22124
Are you feeling emotionally overwhelmed? Do you find yourself feeling sad or worried all the time and you're not sure why? Perhaps you feel like you feel empty of emotion or have too many of them? You may be experiencing a wide array of difficulties that have led you to consider seeking therapy. Whether it's a traumatic experience you would rather forget, life transitions, stress, or the loss of a relationship, I can help. I strive to create an environment where you feel seen, heard, and validated. Together, we will help you find relief from the challenges you are experiencing to create the life you are meant to live.
Are you feeling emotionally overwhelmed? Do you find yourself feeling sad or worried all the time and you're not sure why? Perhaps you feel like you feel empty of emotion or have too many of them? You may be experiencing a wide array of difficulties that have led you to consider seeking therapy. Whether it's a traumatic experience you would rather forget, life transitions, stress, or the loss of a relationship, I can help. I strive to create an environment where you feel seen, heard, and validated. Together, we will help you find relief from the challenges you are experiencing to create the life you are meant to live.
(703) 972-1876 View (703) 972-1876
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Virginia Family Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Oakton, VA 22124
As the Director of Virginia Family Counseling, I work with a group of seasoned, highly skilled therapists who are caring, warm, dedicated and bring enthusiasm, humor, and over 20 years of experience to your healing process. We believe that people have wonderful strengths in many areas and can develop more by learning new tools through counseling. We believe that people usually do the best they can, but that normal life can be stressful and counseling can help people learn from painful situations. We believe in working as a partner with you to bring about the changes you want.
As the Director of Virginia Family Counseling, I work with a group of seasoned, highly skilled therapists who are caring, warm, dedicated and bring enthusiasm, humor, and over 20 years of experience to your healing process. We believe that people have wonderful strengths in many areas and can develop more by learning new tools through counseling. We believe that people usually do the best they can, but that normal life can be stressful and counseling can help people learn from painful situations. We believe in working as a partner with you to bring about the changes you want.
(703) 829-0982 View (703) 829-0982
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Cabush, Paul and Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Oakton, VA 22124
Families in the D.C. area have come to trust my experience grounded in compassion, competence, privacy and respect for personal beliefs. I encourage adults and children to define what matters most and to explore sports, art, drama, music, service and faith in order to live a healthy well-balanced life. Visit our main web site at CABUSH.COM
Families in the D.C. area have come to trust my experience grounded in compassion, competence, privacy and respect for personal beliefs. I encourage adults and children to define what matters most and to explore sports, art, drama, music, service and faith in order to live a healthy well-balanced life. Visit our main web site at CABUSH.COM
(540) 491-4564 View (540) 491-4564
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John Dobricky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Oakton, VA 22124
Success in life is about resilience, effective strategies, skill, and successful problem identification and solving. Relationship problems, problems at work, family problems, resolving trauma and abuse, the panic, despair, and/or rage that may be getting in your way, lack of direction in life and self-doubt, eating problems, spending problems, addictions, etc. - in short, the suffering you or a loved one is experiencing - center around the lack of these four things. I and the Graduate Residents who work with me have a proven record of helping many clients move toward the lives and the results they want.
Success in life is about resilience, effective strategies, skill, and successful problem identification and solving. Relationship problems, problems at work, family problems, resolving trauma and abuse, the panic, despair, and/or rage that may be getting in your way, lack of direction in life and self-doubt, eating problems, spending problems, addictions, etc. - in short, the suffering you or a loved one is experiencing - center around the lack of these four things. I and the Graduate Residents who work with me have a proven record of helping many clients move toward the lives and the results they want.
(703) 596-8131 View (703) 596-8131
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Emily Claus
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
Oakton, VA 22124
I am a license eligible clinical psychologist who specializes in working with children, adolescents and adults. I'm trained in play and individual therapy for issues ranging from anxiety and mood disorders to ADHD, autism spectrum and other behavioral disorders. Some of specialties include psychological trauma (sexual/physical abuse, neglect) and LGBT issues. I also conducts psychological evaluations and assessments to help develop a more clear mental health diagnosis. I earned my doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Nova Southeastern University and completed her clinical internship at Pennsylvania Counseling Services.
I am a license eligible clinical psychologist who specializes in working with children, adolescents and adults. I'm trained in play and individual therapy for issues ranging from anxiety and mood disorders to ADHD, autism spectrum and other behavioral disorders. Some of specialties include psychological trauma (sexual/physical abuse, neglect) and LGBT issues. I also conducts psychological evaluations and assessments to help develop a more clear mental health diagnosis. I earned my doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Nova Southeastern University and completed her clinical internship at Pennsylvania Counseling Services.
(703) 639-4155 View (703) 639-4155
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Gregory Adams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LSATP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oakton, VA 22185
Are you struggling in your relationship, separation, divorce, or with a co-parent? Have things become more difficult for you, and you're not exactly sure how or why? Are you concerned about how the strain involved might be affecting your children? Such situations are all too common, and many otherwise effective and more-than-competent people are left wondering if they're doing everything possible, or even just enough, to meet the needs of everyone in their family. Being a parent can be difficult for anyone, and problems in relationships between parents and loved ones make it even harder.
Are you struggling in your relationship, separation, divorce, or with a co-parent? Have things become more difficult for you, and you're not exactly sure how or why? Are you concerned about how the strain involved might be affecting your children? Such situations are all too common, and many otherwise effective and more-than-competent people are left wondering if they're doing everything possible, or even just enough, to meet the needs of everyone in their family. Being a parent can be difficult for anyone, and problems in relationships between parents and loved ones make it even harder.
(571) 766-0633 View (571) 766-0633
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Spencer Byrnes
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
Oakton, VA 22124
I work with a variety of children, adolescents, and families with mental health diagnoses and personal struggles including anxiety, depression, self-harm, trauma, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, interpersonal conflict, and behavioral concerns. I believe that one of the most important aspects of therapy is collaboration. With that in mind, I work with my clients and their families to develop an individualized treatment plan based on respect and compassion to help guide them throughout their journey of self-discovery.
I work with a variety of children, adolescents, and families with mental health diagnoses and personal struggles including anxiety, depression, self-harm, trauma, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, interpersonal conflict, and behavioral concerns. I believe that one of the most important aspects of therapy is collaboration. With that in mind, I work with my clients and their families to develop an individualized treatment plan based on respect and compassion to help guide them throughout their journey of self-discovery.
(703) 440-7353 View (703) 440-7353
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Jade Melito
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Oakton, VA 22124  (Online Only)
Are you feeling a loss of direction in life or that things are out of control? Perhaps you are battling anxiety, trust issues, a lack of purpose in life, or relationship issues. If you're seeking to enhance your connection to yourself and improve relationships, there's hope. Regardless of where you are in your journey, you don't have to hit rock bottom to benefit from therapy. Therapy offers support, equipping you with tools for living a balanced life. I've been helping individuals, couples, and families find clarity, calm, and strength in their lives for nearly a decade.
Are you feeling a loss of direction in life or that things are out of control? Perhaps you are battling anxiety, trust issues, a lack of purpose in life, or relationship issues. If you're seeking to enhance your connection to yourself and improve relationships, there's hope. Regardless of where you are in your journey, you don't have to hit rock bottom to benefit from therapy. Therapy offers support, equipping you with tools for living a balanced life. I've been helping individuals, couples, and families find clarity, calm, and strength in their lives for nearly a decade.
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Fairfax Mental Health and Wellness
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Oakton, VA 22124
Fairfax Mental Health and Wellness (FMHW) provides integrated mental health services to the greater Virginia/Maryland/DC area. We treat a wide range of conditions including but limited to anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, PTSD, OCD, Adjustment Disorders, Mood Disorders and more. We treat patients ranging in age from 5 to 60. Our practice was founded in 2013 by Dr. Jennifer Shore and now employs over 40 clinical staff including psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, psychologists, counselors, social workers and doctoral interns.
Fairfax Mental Health and Wellness (FMHW) provides integrated mental health services to the greater Virginia/Maryland/DC area. We treat a wide range of conditions including but limited to anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, PTSD, OCD, Adjustment Disorders, Mood Disorders and more. We treat patients ranging in age from 5 to 60. Our practice was founded in 2013 by Dr. Jennifer Shore and now employs over 40 clinical staff including psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, psychologists, counselors, social workers and doctoral interns.
(571) 556-8535 View (571) 556-8535
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.