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Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) is a form of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) that primarily helps people learn to regulate their emotions, develop healthy coping mechanisms, and recognize and deal with anxiety.

One of the core elements of DBT is learning mindfulness skills so that you remain present in the moment and not get overwhelmed with memories from your past or anxiety about the future. Dialectical behavioral therapy also helps you develop interpersonal skills so that you can assert your needs through healthy communication.

DBT was first developed to help people with borderline personality disorder, but DBT has been proven to be effective for mental health issues such as:

  • Eating disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Substance, Drug, or Alcohol use
  • Anxiety
  • Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)

Whether you are located in downtown Fullerton, the suburbs of Fullerton, other nearby places such as Buena Park, Brea, or anywhere else in California, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Teaches Helpful Skills

DBT is one of many types of therapy. It teaches 4 main skills:

  • Interpersonal effectiveness
  • Mindfulness
  • Distress tolerance
  • Emotion regulation

Equipped with these skills, you’ll be better able to handle negative situations and difficult emotions without resorting to unhealthy coping mechanisms. You’ll also be better able to form and maintain more fulfilling and meaningful relationships with others.

DBT May Be the Right Fit For You

If you aren’t sure what type of therapy is right for you, check out our guide: What type of therapy is right for me?

Depending on the specific issues you’re dealing with, dialectical behavioral therapy may be exactly what you need to heal and move forward with your life. Mental Health Match can help you find an experienced DBT therapist in your area. Start by browsing experts below or by using our free therapist matching tool.

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Julia Malone
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work towards feeling confident and having clarity in your decision making. You will have a clear understanding of your needs, how to manage anxiety, and have a clear sense of purpose, greater self-worth, and create strong relationships.


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work towards feeling confident and having clarity in your decision making. You will have a clear understanding of your needs, how to manage anxiety, and have a clear sense of purpose, greater self-worth, and create strong relationships.

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I help connect you back with yourself after years of putting everyone else first. You will begin to feel less overwhelmed in the midst of chaos, learn to validate and nurture your emotions, and communicate and set healthy boundaries with loved ones.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Affair Recovery
  • Anger Management
  • Childhood Trauma
  • Communication Issues
  • Depression
  • Domestic Violence
  • Early childhood trauma and its adult manifestations
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • High-functioning anxiety
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  • LGBTQ Family Development
  • Marriage Counseling
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  • Postpartum Anxiety
  • Postpartum Depression
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Relationship Conflict
  • Sexual Trauma
  • Trauma Recovery
  • Veterans / Military Families
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Ruth Millican
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Together, we will work towards a deeper understanding of you and your life history and help you try new things and take risks. We will build a relationship together that is safe and meaningful.


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Together, we will work towards a deeper understanding of you and your life history and help you try new things and take risks. We will build a relationship together that is safe and meaningful.

Something to know about my approach is:

My approach is to help you explore the deeper causes of your symptoms, assist you in gaining insight so you may make the changes you seek in therapy.

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  • Adult ADHD
  • Autism Related Challenges
  • Couples Therapy
  • Gender Identity and Affirmation
  • Gender Transition
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  • Non-monogamy
  • Trauma Recovery
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Cinthya Pasallo
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Let's take a look at your family of origin and see what is currently serving you and what is getting in your way.


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Let's take a look at your family of origin and see what is currently serving you and what is getting in your way.

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When treating a client, I look at the whole picture to support you in your journey to self-discovery and empowerment by providing a safe place to explore and learn about yourself.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • adolescent anxiety
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • First Generation issues
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Latinx Community
  • Life Transitions
  • Self-Worth
  • Social Anxiety
  • Trauma Recovery
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Amy Anderson
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Conquer the world! Really, we can formulate the plan for YOU to feel you can conquer YOUR world!


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Conquer the world! Really, we can formulate the plan for YOU to feel you can conquer YOUR world!

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I'm strength based, compassionate, non-judgmental, funny, and direct.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Men's Issues
  • Perfectionism
  • Relationship Counseling
  • Trauma EMDR
  • Women's Issues
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Kaylyn Gatto
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Work on overcoming challenges and identify patterns that do not serve you. We will process the difficult experiences or trauma you may have had and learn strategies to cope with and overcome the uncomfortable feelings that may still linger.


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Work on overcoming challenges and identify patterns that do not serve you. We will process the difficult experiences or trauma you may have had and learn strategies to cope with and overcome the uncomfortable feelings that may still linger.

Something to know about my approach is:

I use a strengths based approach with the knowledge that each client has the inherent ability to work through challenges with a little support. I see the client-therapist relationship as a collaboration and meet each individual where they are at.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • bullying
  • Child Abuse
  • Child behavior issues
  • children of divorce
  • Depression
  • developmental trauma
  • Divorce and Separation
  • Grief counseling
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mood Disorders
  • Pain management
  • Parent-Child Relationship
  • Self Esteem & Confidence Issues
  • Stress Management
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma Recovery
  • Young Adults
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Kaylyn Gatto remote and phone therapy in California