Approaches

RO DBT is designed for people who lean toward overcontrol. This might look like perfectionism, rigid or rule-governed behaviors (i.e. a rule follower), masking feelings, or struggles with vulnerability. You might seem “fine” on the outside, but feel lonely or disconnected inside. RO DBT is effective for treating adults with anorexia, chronic depression, treatment-resistant anxiety, and can help individuals on the autism spectrum. RO DBT helps increase openness, social connection, and emotional expression in a safe, structured way.

CBT helps you understand how your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are connected. It’s especially effective for anxiety, depression, and insomnia. We identify patterns that are keeping you stuck, then build practical tools to change them. If you’re a logical thinker or love a good worksheet, CBT might be a great fit.

Created for people with intense emotions or chronic distress, DBT has also been found effective for individuals with depression, anxiety, pain, or even folks wanting to quit smoking! DBT teaches skills in mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. I use DBT-informed strategies to help clients build emotional balance and more stable relationships.

TF-CBT is designed to support people who have experienced trauma. It combines education, emotional processing, and gradual exposure to help reduce trauma responses and move from feeling like a victim to living like an empowered survivor. While originally developed for children and adolescents, I have found success with TF-CBT for college students and some adults.

FBT is an evidence-based method for treating adolescents with eating disorders, especially anorexia nervosa. I work with families, particularly parents, as active participants in the recovery process. The approach focuses on restoring physical health first, then gradually building autonomy and emotional resilience.