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Find Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Therapists & Counselors in Island Lake, IL.

 

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 Island Lake, the suburbs of Island Lake, other nearby places such as Cary, Fox River Grove, or anywhere else in Illinois, 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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My goal is to help folks gain insight, learn new coping strategies, and increase their self-confidence, self-compassion, and self-advocacy. We will discuss your concerns through the lens of your identities, lived experiences, and unique contexts.


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My goal is to help folks gain insight, learn new coping strategies, and increase their self-confidence, self-compassion, and self-advocacy. We will discuss your concerns through the lens of your identities, lived experiences, and unique contexts.

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We will begin by building a solid foundation of trust and safety. From there, we will collaboratively set therapy goals which will guide the interventions and approaches utilized. I utilize an integrative and flexible approach to therapy.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Body Image
  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Complex Trauma
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Perinatal Mood/Anxiety Disorders
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Rape and Sexual Assault
  • Self-Compassion
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Social Anxiety
  • Trauma
  • Women
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Review your experiences in life and therapy and identify what is most important to you. We can create a structured approach to recovering from trauma or enhance coping skills and setting healthy boundaries.


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Review your experiences in life and therapy and identify what is most important to you. We can create a structured approach to recovering from trauma or enhance coping skills and setting healthy boundaries.

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Person-Centered, meaning that I want to meet my clients where they need me. I provide empathy, validation, and unconditional positive regard. I support individuals to focus on the solutions in life instead of the problems.

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  • Addictions
  • Boundaries
  • Confidence
  • Relationships
  • Self-Worth
  • Trauma
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Explore your needs, values, strengths, and emotions, build coping strategies, navigate relationships, and foster personal growth. Creating a safe space, we'll address stress, anxiety, depression, and work towards a balanced, fulfilling life.


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Explore your needs, values, strengths, and emotions, build coping strategies, navigate relationships, and foster personal growth. Creating a safe space, we'll address stress, anxiety, depression, and work towards a balanced, fulfilling life.

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A blend of empathy and evidence-based techniques. Tailoring each session to your unique needs, we'll collaborate on a journey of self-discovery and healing. Together, we'll build resilience and empower you to thrive.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Adjustment Issues
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Depression
  • Identity
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Panic Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Relationships
  • Self-Acceptance
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Dr. Kristin Kroll
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I focus on providing cognitive behavioral therapy and other evidence-based therapy to treat pediatric mental heatlh concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, medical concerns, and many more!


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I focus on providing cognitive behavioral therapy and other evidence-based therapy to treat pediatric mental heatlh concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, medical concerns, and many more!

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As a mom and psychologist, I focus upon two main factors when providing care: 1) utilizing the most evidence-based assessments and protocols specific to each patient's concerns and 2) tailoring treatment goals collaboratively with their valules.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Adjustment to Medical Diagnosis
  • Adolescent Anxiety
  • Adolescent Risk Behaviors
  • Adolescents
  • Adolescent Trauma
  • Anxiety
  • Child Behavior Issues
  • Child Disorders
  • Child or Adolescent Therapy
  • Children With Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Illness
  • Depression
  • Health Anxiety
  • Parent-Child Relationship
  • Postpartum Depression
  • Trauma
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Lisa Valiente
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Together, we will help you understand yourself better: what you're made of, what you want, what you're good at, and what you need to do to grow into the person you want to become.

Something to know about my approach is:

I have an eclectic approach; I use a lot of cognitive behavioral methods (examine unhelpful thinking habits) combined with psychodynamic exploration (family history) to make connections to current difficulties. I also tend to use humor.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Borderline Personality
  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • PTSD from Abuse
  • Trauma
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