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Matching my skill set to the needs of my clients is a rewarding process for us all.
My name is Darryl, and I am very happy to meet you. I have been a mental health professional for many years, graduating from Florida State University with an MSW, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Florida.
I have many years of experience working with several demographics, including children, adolescents, adults and Veterans. I use evidence-based theories such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy, and talk therapy.
I look forward to working with you, and I hope you have a wonderful day!
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When reflecting on culture, I recognize its importance and the profound impact it has on our daily lives...
When reflecting on culture, I recognize its importance and the profound impact it has on our daily lives
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 9 years of experience supporting individuals through various stages of healing and personal growth. I have worked across inpatient, residential, and outpatient settings with a focus on crisis stabilization and substance abuse treatment. I specialize in helping clients develop coping skills, strengthen self-awareness, and build resilience through a compassionate and collaborative therapeutic relationship.
I have a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University. My approach integrates evidence-based methods to promote accountability, realistic goal setting, and empowerment. I believe that clients are the drivers of their mental health journey, and my role is to provide guidance, motivation, and empathy throughout that process.
Life’s challenges can leave anyone feeling stuck or overwhelmed, but no one should have to face them alone. Whether you are navigating a major life transition, managing stress, or seeking clarity, I am here to listen, support, and help you move toward a place of balance and growth.
Being willing to participate in the counseling process is the first step towards change. Finding the right therapist for you is th...
Being willing to participate in the counseling process is the first step towards change. Finding the right therapist for you is the next step.
Lorna Wooten is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has over 14 years of experience working with adolescents and adults seeking help with traumatic experiences (childhood trauma, abuse, neglect, or any intense event or situation that caused emotional distress), anxiety, depression, occupational stress, life transitions, relationships, grief and loss, self-esteem, sleep disturbance, anger management, and much more.
Lorna earned her bachelor’s in Psychology at the University of Missouri-St. Louis and her Master of Science in Clinical Counseling & Psychology at Troy State University. Lorna’s approach combines cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, client-centered therapy, solution-focused therapy, acceptance & commitment therapy, and reality-based therapy.
Lorna will assist you with gaining insight, finding inner strength, and developing strategies necessary to make a change in your life. She does not use a cookie-cutter approach to treating clients, as each session is tailored to meet the needs of the client.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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My approach to helping individuals in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is to review their treatment goals and help formulate realistic expectations prior to starting. I prefer engaging in this discussion before making any recommendations, as this helps to ensure informed decision-making for optimal growth and positive well-being.
When researching a DBT therapist, one should look for the following skills training:
Determining when a client is making meaningful progress in dialectical behavior therapy should be a collaborative and ongoing process between the client and therapist. As we each heal and grow in our own respective time frames, regular progress “check-ins” should be a part of the therapeutic alliance to promote both autonomy and independence. This will help to provide structure for future direction, as well as afford the opportunity for reevaluation of treatment goals, if deemed necessary and/or appropriate.
Clients can supplement their time in dialectical behavior therapy with ongoing skills training outside of meetings. One key component to using coping skills is to practice them even when they're not needed. This helps to reinforce muscle memory so that when the skill is needed, implementation is not as difficult, as we have switched into an “auto-pilot mode. Regular use of a skill diary and/or DBT flashcards can also be incredibly helpful.
To prepare for your first DBT session, making a list of goals and areas of concern for personal improvement, as well as identification of the friends and/or family members involved, can be most advantageous. This can help build a healthy foundation for trust in the therapeutic relationship, as well as provide a supportive environment for the exploration of self-expression and self-advocacy.
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 Orlando, FL 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.
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Orlando is located near Metrowest Boulevard and South Hiawassee Road, off Highway 408. It is just a short distance from Bill Frederick Park and Valencia College West Campus.
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