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As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I’m deeply committed to creating a safe, supportive space where you feel seen, heard, and em...
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As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I’m deeply committed to creating a safe, supportive space where you feel seen, heard, and empowered to grow.
Fanta Ba is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 7 years of experience in the field, bringing a holistic approach to mental wellness. She has worked with clients facing anxiety, depression, and trauma, offering compassionate, client-centered care. Fanta specializes in trauma-focused practices and is passionate about helping individuals build self-awareness, find balance, and reach their personal goals through a collaborative and empowering therapeutic relationship.
Fanta earned her Master’s in Social Work from Delaware State University. She uses a holistic, trauma-informed approach to support clients. Fanta creates a safe, empowering space where clients can heal, grow, and reconnect with their strengths, offering personalized strategies that support emotional balance, resilience, and lasting change.
Fanta understands that seeking support takes courage, and she honors each client’s unique journey. With warmth, compassion, and a nonjudgmental presence, she meets clients where they are and walks alongside them toward healing. If you're ready to take the next step, Fanta is here to support you every step of the way.
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I have been on my own journey, as a woman of color, to discover and accept the Who of who I am, and not just accept the expectatio...
I have been on my own journey, as a woman of color, to discover and accept the Who of who I am, and not just accept the expectations and beliefs of who I should be based on the context of my gender and racial identities, my family, my cultural traditions, and general societal pressures. Therefore, I respect the journey of others.
I am a Licensed Psychologist with 32 years of experience. I have worked in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, correctional facilities, and private practice. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, eating disorders, addictions, trauma, relationship challenges, and self-esteem. In my remote work, I enjoy supporting individuals (late teens to adults), couples, and families.
I earned my Doctorate in Counseling Psychology from Pennsylvania State University. My therapeutic approach is eclectic and rooted in cognitive behavioral therapy, with influences from internal family systems and mindfulness. I create a compassionate and active environment where clients feel supported yet gently challenged toward growth.
I understand that beginning therapy can feel overwhelming yet hopeful. Every person’s story is unique, and I aim to make the process comfortable, collaborative, and empowering. My goal is to help clients navigate challenges with confidence and clarity. I would be honored to partner with you on your healing journey.
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), I'm deeply committed to helping you break down the barriers that trouble you, and li...
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), I'm deeply committed to helping you break down the barriers that trouble you, and live a brighter and more fulfilling life.
Joel Cutter is a passionate Licensed Therapist (LT) with 7 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, and couples. Joel Cutter's experience allows him to understand the best ways to address each client’s needs in an effective manner. He is flexible in his approach and treats anxiety, stress, trauma, men's issues, family issues, teen issues, depression, personality disorders, and much more.
Joel completed his Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health at Adams State University in Colorado. As a military spouse, Joel has lots of experience navigating stressors life can bring. Joel utilizes multiple treatment approaches including mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy (SFT) and many other approaches.
We all experience things in life that are challenging and difficult. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. Joel is a therapist that wants to help support and empower you to take those steps—schedule your session today.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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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 Wilmington, DE 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.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
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