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Discover how starting dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) therapy can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.
I believe that healing begins with feeling genuinely heard, and I strive to provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where we ...
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I believe that healing begins with feeling genuinely heard, and I strive to provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where we can work together toward your goals.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) providing evidence-based, person-centered care across the lifespan. I assess, diagnose, and treat anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma-related disorders, ADHD, and substance use disorders. I work with adolescents, adults, and older adults facing emotional distress, life transitions, and mood disorders. Many clients seek relief from overwhelming symptoms and greater emotional balance. I create a welcoming, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard and empowered, and we develop individualized treatment plans that promote resilience and recovery.
My approach is collaborative and evidence-based, helping clients build skills while addressing underlying factors. I integrate psychiatric evaluation, medication management, psychoeducation, and supportive therapy tailored to each client's goals. My specialties include anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, trauma-related, and substance use disorders.
Reaching out for support is a meaningful step, and you don't have to navigate life's challenges alone. Whether you're facing a difficult season or seeking long-term growth, I'm committed to meeting you with compassion and individualized care. When you're ready, I welcome the opportunity to support you on your journey toward healing.
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At Thriveworks, Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) primarily concentrates on assisting individuals in emotion regulation, enhancing interpersonal relationships, and acquiring effective coping strategies for managing stress and emotional difficulties.
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) targets your personal challenges. You may work with your DBT therapist to maintain diary cards to monitor progress, emphasizing validation and support in the therapeutic relationship. DBT follows a stage-based approach, prioritizing crisis reduction initially and life satisfaction.
DBT was initially developed to address the needs of individuals with borderline personality disorder (BPD). However, its versatile approach has enabled its application to a wide range of mental health conditions, including but not limited to, anxiety, depression, stress, and anger issues.
The 4 pillars of DBT are mindfulness, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance.
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) have distinct purposes and aren’t inherently superior or inferior to one another. DBT is most effective for managing emotional regulation, personality disorders, and interpersonal challenges, while EMDR is specifically tailored for individuals with trauma-related conditions like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) with therapists at Thriveworks in Columbia, MD is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The duration of a standard DBT program is typically around 24 weeks, which is roughly six months. The actual number of sessions will vary depending on the issues you wish to address.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Columbia is located in the Shoppes at Wilde Lake and near the intersection of Lynx Lane and Twin Rivers Road, off Governor Warfield Parkway. It is right by Wilde Lake and just off the campus of Howard Community College and Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center. The office is in a multi-story brick and glass shopping complex with attached grocery store. Enter through the small lobby on the left side of the building to access Suite 285 on the second floor.
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