Dialectical Behaviour DBT Therapists Offering Counselling in St. John’s and Throughout Newfoundland and Labrador
At Wave Counselling and Wellness, our team of skilled therapists specializes in Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), a highly effective approach for managing intense emotions, improving interpersonal relationships, and enhancing overall well-being. Our DBT therapists are committed to providing compassionate and evidence-based care to help clients develop crucial coping skills, regulate emotions, and build resilience.
Whether you’re struggling with borderline personality disorder, substance abuse, or mood disorders, our DBT therapists offer personalized support tailored to your unique needs. With both in-person and online counselling options available, you can access the support you need from the comfort and privacy of your own space.
Take the first step towards healing and contact us today to schedule an appointment with one of our experienced DBT therapists.
Ryan is a Registered Social Worker providing individual, couples and family therapy to children, youth and adults in St. John's, NL. He specializes in treating mood and anxiety challenges, borderline personality disorder, self-harm, emotion regulation and interpersonal dynamics in relationships. Ryan holds a Bachelor of Social Work from Memorial University and a Master of Social Work from Wilfrid Laurier University with a specialization in Individual, Group and Family Therapy. He is trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Gottman Method Couples Therapy and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). Ryan is also a co-facilitator for a Clinical Skills course…
Rick is a Registered Social Worker providing individual, couples and family therapy to adults in St. John's, NL. He specializes in the areas of couples and relationship therapy, sex therapy, sexual health, sexual identity, out-of-control sexual behaviours (i.e. sex and pornography addiction, preoccupation with masturbation, multiple infidelities, sex with anonymous partners or sex workers, sexual risk-taking). Rick has experience working with alternative relationship structures (i.e. consensual non-monogamy, open relationships, polyamory, mixed orientation). Rick attended Memorial University and obtained Bachelor's Degrees in Social Work and Sociology, a Certificate in Criminology and a Master of Social Work with a focus in…
Michaela is a Registered Social Worker providing individual and family therapy to children, youth, adults, and their families throughout Newfoundland and Labrador. She specializes in parenting skills, as well as the treatment of depression, anxiety, borderline personality disorder, trauma, self-harm and suicidal ideation, as well as emotional regulation. Michaela holds a Bachelor of Arts (Psychology major, Sociology minor), Certificate in Criminology, Bachelor of Social Work, and Master of Social Work degrees from Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador. She is trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT). Michaela continues…
Coleen is a Registered Social Worker providing individual and couples therapy to adults in St. John’s, NL. She is experienced in treating addiction, anxiety, depression, relationships, emotion regulation and relationships or attachment distress. Coleen holds a Bachelor of Social Work from Memorial University and a Master of Social Work from the University of Toronto with a collaborative focus in Addictions and Mental Health. She is trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). She is also an experienced provider of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Exposure Therapy, Harm Reduction Services and Structured Relapse Prevention. Coleen focuses…
Jennifer is a Registered Social Worker providing individual and couples therapy to youth and adults in St. John’s, NL. She specializes in the areas of anxiety, depression, eating disorders, emotion dysregulation, relationships, life transitions and work/school stress. Jennifer holds a Bachelor of Social Work and a Master of Social Work from Memorial University. She is trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Gottman Method Couples Therapy and works from a trauma-informed lens. Her primary focus is to work with folks in achieving their goals for mental wellness and aims to…
