Clinic-Based DBT IOP Services
I am a change focused therapist that uses both Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and relational psychodynamic therapy to help my patients learn and grow. I love helping people navigate life’s challenges and giving patients the skills that they need to better manage their lives.
I am passionate about working with people living with personality disorders, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, and psychosis. I have experience helping patients that struggle with paranoia, self harm, suicidality, addictions/substance abuse disorders, and domestic abuse. I particularly enjoy working with young adults, black people, men, and LGBTQ+ folks.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
ACP’s DBT program adheres to the Linehan model of DBT, is certified by MN DHS. Our clients meet with their individual therapist for one hour a week and attend a two-hour weekly skills group for at least 26 weeks. Unlike traditional group psychotherapy which focuses on processing experiences and feelings, DBT groups focus on learning four sets of important skills: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT is a very effective treatment for multiple conditions including borderline personality disorder, depression, PTSD, impulsivity, eating disorders, and some forms of anxiety.
Telehealth Services
To expand and improve our care options for clients, ACP offers Telehealth (phone or video) appointments. Telehealth uses phone or video conferencing to connect you with highly qualified and experienced providers in real-time from the comfort and convenience of your own home or office. Before your telehealth appointment, you will receive details for how you will connect with your provider. If you will be connecting via phone, the provider will plan to call you at your scheduled appointment time. Please be ready to take the call and also check that your phone allows calls from blocked numbers (accessible within your phone settings). If you will be connecting via video conference, your provider will email you an invite to join the appointment. Please call our office to learn more about ACP’s telehealth services and to schedule an appointment.
Areas of Specialty
- Anxiety
- Psychosis and Thought Disorders
- Substance Use
- Neurodiversity, Autism, and ADHD
- Sexuality and Gender Identity
- Anger and Impulsivity
- Personality Disorders
- Self-Harm Thoughts and Behaviors
Licensures / Titles
- Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW)
- Mental Health Practitioner
Education
- Master of Social Work (MSW) – Columbia University
- Bachelor of Arts, Political Ideology (BA) – New York University
Locations:
Minneapolis