Our therapists offer DBT / dialectical behavior therapy in Cambridge, MA

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 1 year of experience supporting clients on their journey toward healing and growth. I create a safe, welcoming space where you can feel heard and understood without judgment. I specialize in working with individuals navigating life transitions, anxiety, and depression, and I am passionate about helping clients discover their inner strengths and build coping strategies that support their long-term well-being.

I earned my Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Cambridge College. My work draws from evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, and motivational interviewing. These approaches help clients gain insight, strengthen coping skills, and create positive, lasting change.

I believe in each person’s ability to heal and grow, and I am honored to walk alongside you on this journey. My goal is to support you in moving toward a life of balance, clarity, and self-compassion. If you are ready to take the next step in your healing process, I invite you to reach out and schedule a session.

I am a Clinical Expressive Arts Therapist and talk therapist who has been working in the field for about 8 years. I have worked in a variety of clinical settings, including inpatient hospitals, substance use programs, school settings, and outpatient therapy clinics. I have worked with different ages including children 4 to 10, teens 14 to 18, young adults in their 20s to 40s, and older adults 40+. I have experience with diagnoses including depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, substance use disorder, trauma history, and life transitions. I also have a background in yoga and mindfulness and incorporate them into sessions. 

My focus is helping clients process difficult emotions, develop emotional regulation and coping skills. I am currently working toward my REAT license (Registered Expressive Arts Therapist) and can bring expressive therapy into sessions if the client is open to that approach. No background in art is necessary and talk therapy is also an option. 

I am a highly empathetic therapist with a person-centered and solution-focused approach. I will help you to identify emotions, regulate your nervous system, engage in mindfulness, improve relationships, and navigate life transitions. I also have a background in DBT and CBT if a client wants to learn more coping and interpersonal skills. 

Jing J. Liu is a Resident Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 10 years of experience in a variety of healthcare settings. She specializes in assisting adults and seniors who are coping with major life transitions, relationship challenges, depression, anxiety, and trauma. Jing connects with clients to create a space for vulnerability, reflection, healing, and empowerment.

Jing has a Master’s in Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of Massachusetts Boston. She works with a client-centered approach and utilizes treatment models including mindfulness, spiritual healing, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and compassion-focused therapy. Jing also specializes in meditation and somatic healing.

Jing believes in emphasizing the importance of compassion in interactions with the world and the self. She looks forward to working with you as a team to assist you in attaining your goals. Schedule your first appointment with Jing today!

Danielle Baliva is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who has over 6 years of professional experience working with individuals, families, adolescents, and children seeking treatment for a variety of challenges such as depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, and PTSD. 

She received her Master's degree in Social Work from Roberts Wesleyan College and understands that beginning therapy can be overwhelming. Therefore, she prioritizes fostering a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust and respect. Danielle's approach to therapy is non-judgmental, compassionate, and honest. 

She strives to work collaboratively with her clients to improve coping skills, increase self-awareness, and empower them to reach their goals and achieve wellness. Danielle utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), trauma-informed practices, and mindfulness-based practices to help her clients navigate challenges. She works together with her clients to find a modality that best meets their individual needs. 

I am a master’s level counselor with 4 years of experience in the mental health field. I work with individuals navigating trauma, depression, anxiety, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, substance use disorders, and personality-related challenges. I take a person-centered approach and strive to create a calm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel respected, understood, and empowered throughout their healing journey.

I earned my master’s degree in psychology counseling from Lesley University. I am trained in trauma-informed care, exposure-based techniques, and other evidence-supported approaches. Rather than using a one-size-fits-all model, I thoughtfully tailor treatment to each client’s needs, goals, and readiness for change.

You do not need to have everything figured out to begin therapy. If you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of your next steps, I am here to support you in building awareness, emotional stability, and healthy coping skills at a pace that feels right for you. When you are ready to begin, I am ready to walk alongside you.