Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Therapists in Dallas

Dr. Aikins earned his bachelor’s degree in psychology from Texas Christian University and his M.A. and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Louisiana State University. He completed his predoctoral internship at Boys Town in Omaha, Nebraska, and his postdoctoral fellowship at the Kennedy Krieger Institute and Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. His training focused on child and adolescent behavior, parent-child interaction, and family-based interventions. He is affiliated with the American Psychological Association, the Texas Psychological Association, and the National Register of Health Service Psychologists.

Hi, I’m Linda! I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with teens and adults navigating stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, family conflict, life transitions, and other various issues. I approach counseling from a Christian worldview while meeting every client where they are and creating a space that feels safe, supportive, and respectful of all backgrounds.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in treating adults and teens who may be experiencing anxiety, PTSD/trauma, depression, or working through life transitions. I am trauma-informed, EMDR Certified, and I incorporate CBT, DBT skills, mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing to help clients work through their various struggles. I am an affirming therapist who works with a variety of clients, meeting them where they are and finding the right therapeutic intervention for their specific needs. I provide a warm and accepting environment where clients can feel safe processing through their stressors, concerns, or trauma without fear of judgment. I earned my bachelor's degree in Psychology from St. Edward's University in Austin, Texas in 1999 and masters in Clinical/Counseling Psychology from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas in 2001. I obtained my professional license (LPC) in 2004 while working at the Dallas County Juvenile Department, providing individual, group, family, and crisis counseling to youth who were involved in the juvenile justice system. Over the past 20+ years, my experience has included working with teenagers experiencing behavioral problems, children and teenagers in the foster care system, individuals struggling with substance abuse/addiction issues, and adults with a variety of therapeutic goals and concerns. Personally, I am a mom, a wife, a daughter of aging parents, an animal lover, and hopefully a place where you can feel safe.

Life can be confusing, lonely, and overwhelming. Reaching out for help is incredibly brave. At Growth Mindset Psychotherapy we offer a warm and compassionate space to process your thoughts and learn skills to navigate life's hardships. With several years of experience, I am committed to helping you create positive changes in your life. You will receive consistent support and encouragement as we develop hope.

Hi I'm Shanna my passion for this work comes from a deep conviction: it only takes ONE PERSON in ONE GENERATION to change THE REST OF THEIR FAMILY LINEAGE. I truly believe in the power of you, and I get fired up when a new client reaches out, ready to tackle their traumas and take control of their life. I’m here to help you make peace with the past, find strength in the present, and bravely step into your future. ‍My path to becoming a therapist began with a natural knack for mediation and empathy, stemming from my own experiences growing up in a dysfunctional family. I dove into graduate work at Texas Woman's University, driven by a simple truth: 'I loved people.' Through my own journey of healing via therapy, reading lot's of books, a loving relationship with God and 12-Step programs, I gained profound insights into transforming personal challenges into powerful catalysts for change. Now, as a business owner, I am a living testament to post-traumatic growth, and I live to see others turn the ashes of their past into a beautiful, thriving present. My therapeutic approach is highly personalized, molding a range of powerful methods to fit your specific needs. I work hard to pay attention to and appreciate what happens in the room – because so much is missed when the body is ignored. We believe the body speaks a language all on its own, and we work to give it a voice in the room to facilitate deeper healing.

Hi, I’m Kelly—a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas with a passion for helping women overcome anxiety, people-pleasing, perfectionism, and the weight of trying to do it all. My clients often come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stretched too thin, and unsure how to prioritize themselves without guilt. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to keep navigating it on your own. I specialize in supporting women across the lifespan who are tired of running on empty, questioning their worth, or feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve them. Whether you're adjusting to a life transition, managing the mental load of caregiving or work stress, or just feeling burned out by expectations (internal or external), therapy can help you find relief, clarity, and direction. I show up as my authentic self so you can, too. Clients often describe my presence as warm, calming, and down-to-earth—with space for real talk, humor, and meaningful healing. I hold a Master’s degree in Applied Psychology and certifications in anxiety and grief informed care. I’m committed to helping you navigate complex emotions, build resilience, and create lasting change. My goal is to make therapy a space where you feel safe, supported, and empowered to grow in ways that truly matter to you.

Angela Startz is a dual-certified trauma-informed Christian mental health & relationship Coach. Angela Startz has a deep passion for helping individuals heal, grow, and rebuild their lives through faith-centered support. With professional training in trauma-informed care and a strong biblical foundation, Angela offers a coaching experience that honors both emotional science and spiritual truth. Her work is rooted in the belief that lasting transformation happens when faith, personal responsibility, and emotional healing work together. Angela specializes in helping clients navigate trauma recovery, relationship challenges, and major life transitions while remaining anchored in God’s purpose and truth. At Called2Rise, coaching is not about quick fixes — it’s about sustainable healing, restored identity, and renewed hope.

I have worked in mental health for 10 years, and before starting my own practice, "Time to Heal Therapy, PLLC", I worked in many settings: inpatient/residential/php for eating disorders, school-based therapy, non-profit and medicaid facilities, and traditional outpatient therapy clinics. I'm a gentle and empathetic therapist, and I also give clients direct skills to help aid them in their healing journey.

I believe that everyone can benefit from therapy. When you give yourself the gift of therapy, you give yourself the best chance at a fulfilling life. I help adults, single parents, and any family system balance the connection between mind, body, and spirit. As a therapist, I strive to be the mediator that propels others forward. My goal is to help others tap into their flow state and become their optimal selves. This is possible by acknowledging how our prior experiences have shaped us, conditioning our strongest beliefs about ourselves and others. We become our best when we begin to heal from this conditioning and forge a new way of living that serves needs without taking away from others. Anyone working with me will undoubtedly experience feeling of being truly heard, seen, understood, informed, challenged, and given a space to freely express thoughts and feelings without judgement or condemnation. Clients will be able to increase their awareness of self, identify barriers to progress, and be equipped with the skills necessary to cope with presenting problems.

Hello! My name is Alysse Shropshire. I founded my practice as a result of my personal journey and professional commitment to healing. I grew up in a turbulent and dysfunctional environment that all too often did not feel safe. I lived with anxious and perfectionist ideas that if I could just be perfect then nothing bad could happen to me. My formative years were spent walking on eggshells and being broken down until I believed that I was not good enough. ​In recent years, as I've navigated the challenges of infertility, I have come to recognize the profound emotional and psychological toll of reproductive trauma. The struggle of trying to balance ambiguous grief with maintaining hope for the future. The anxiety that comes with having complete lack of control. Unfortunately, I am not alone and mine is not a unique story. I started this practice with the intention to provide clients with access to all of the elements of therapy that have made such a difference to me in my own life. The only constant in life is change and change can be what you make of it! My personal testimony is that while healing can be long and arduous, it is well worth the effort to change your life from surviving to thriving.