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Danielle Henderson is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) with over 5 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about advocating for adolescents, adults, and couples while assisting in addressing their individual needs. Danielle specializes in mood disorders, trauma, relationship issues, and life stressors.
Danielle completed her Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (LCMHC) at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. She is a self-motivated and progress-driven therapist with a passion to help others in this industry. Her experience with trauma; specializing in domestic violence, sexual abuse, and human trafficking lends a unique approach to care for individuals during stressful times. Danielle’s approaches to the therapeutic process include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), person-centered therapy (PCT), and solution-focused therapy (SFT).
Danielle is ready to facilitate an inviting and safe place for you to be your unique self. Life stressors may seem overwhelming, yet having a variety of tools can make those stressors more manageable. Danielle invites you to an open conversation, to find the strengths within you—schedule with her today.
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I seek to guide, encourage and assist individuals through difficult or uncertain times in their lives....
I seek to guide, encourage and assist individuals through difficult or uncertain times in their lives.
Allyson Shields is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) with more than 9 years of experience working with adults and seniors. She specializes in treating anxiety, depression, divorce-related stress, relationships, trauma, and PTSD.
With Allyson, clients should expect freedom and openness in a safe environment. It is her desire that those who enter into the counseling relationship should also find keys to understanding themselves and skills to cope with the various issues that may bring them there. Allysone believes that counseling is a helping relationship, in a place where trust and mutual respect abide.
Your story is important. How you feel emotionally is important. Real change happens when we allow our real selves to show up. The counseling experience requires a certain amount of vulnerability. It is Allyson's honor to provide a safe non-judgmental environment where this can take place.
Esteban Minsk is a licensed clinical mental health counselor (LCMHC) in North Carolina with over 9 years of experience working as ...
Esteban Minsk is a licensed clinical mental health counselor (LCMHC) in North Carolina with over 9 years of experience working as a psychotherapist and readjustment counselor. He has worked with adult and senior-aged clients that are experiencing a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, grief/loss, life challenges, and end-of-life issues.
The main focus of his practice has been working with clients who have experienced trauma in their lives, whether it be physical, sexual, or emotional. Esteban is a compassionate, caring, and empathetic counselor with first-hand experience with the benefits that counseling can provide. As a therapist, he is a strong believer in education, and before introducing any type of therapeutic approach, Esteban will fully explain to you the process, and ask you to personally do some research so that if you have any questions, he will be able to answer them upfront.
Esteban knows that it can be scary and difficult to take the first step towards receiving treatment, but you will get through your challenges together. The process of change takes time and perseverance, but he wants you to know that he'll be there with you. At times, change might seem unattainable, but if you commit to implementing the things you agree upon together, change will start to occur.
I’ve personally struggled with mental health challenges, so I truly understand the journey of growth and transformation....
I’ve personally struggled with mental health challenges, so I truly understand the journey of growth and transformation.
Trent Edwards is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate with one year of experience. He brings both personal insight and professional dedication to his role. Having navigated his mental health challenges, Trent understands the courage it takes to seek support. His background in hospice care and community centers has shaped his warm, client-centered approach. Known for his casual and easygoing demeanor, he creates a welcoming space where clients feel safe to explore their thoughts and emotions.
Trent earned his Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Catawba College. As a counselor, he takes a collaborative approach, believing that clients are the experts in their own lives. His work centers on empowering individuals to take the lead in their growth journey.
Trent understands that taking the first step towards seeking mental health support can be daunting, but he is here to help guide you through your journey. If you're considering seeking help, Trent invites you to reach out to set an appointment.
I understand the various issues of individuals and families who are living with mental health and/or substance use disorders....
I understand the various issues of individuals and families who are living with mental health and/or substance use disorders.
Amanda Kluttz is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 23 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping adolescents and adults address their unique challenges and learn to live healthy, fulfilled lives. Amanda specializes in depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, major life transitions, and substance use issues.
Amanda completed her Master's degree in Social Work at the Joint Masters' Program of North Carolina A & T State University and the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She utilizes multiple treatment approaches including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy (SFT), and techniques borrowed from dialectical-behavioral therapy (DBT) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT).
Life is challenging for everyone. Amanda believes that everyone deserves support and help in their journey to gain new perspectives and skills that improve ability to meet challenges and overcome hardship. It takes work but the reward can be great beyond measure. If you feel ready to do that work, schedule an appointment with Amanda today.
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Danielle: Some helpful approaches in dialectical behavior therapy include mindfulness techniques, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and emotional regulation. Clients can use these tools to identify their emotions and practice healthy coping skills.
Betsy: My go-to approach for helping people in dialectical behavior therapy is to teach clients what it is and how we use it, because it is a skills-based therapy. I prefer using DBT because it deals with emotional regulation, helping the client feel better about themselves, and reinforcing good life skills.
Danielle: Usually, when therapists teach dialectical behavior therapy, they incorporate these tools:
Betsy: "I teach the following in DBT:
Danielle: When my client makes meaningful progress in dialectical behavior therapy, they have achieved some short-term goals, like communicating with their support system, continuing to be open and honest in therapy, and being able to identify their emotions.
Betsy: I see progress when the client is able to endure small amounts of disappointment without being overly upset.
Danielle: Clients can supplement their time in dialectical behavior therapy by tracking their mood, journaling, identifying triggers, and using positive self-talk.
Betsy: Clients can supplement their time in dialectical behavior therapy by learning the skills taught in therapy and reviewing the skills for their session.
Danielle: To prepare for dialectical behavior therapy sessions, an individual can prepare their schedule for regular therapy attendance, actively listen in sessions, and commit to practicing skills outside of therapy.
Betsy: To prepare for their first session, clients can read up on what DBT is and what it entails.
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 Winston-Salem, NC 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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