We are a small, private psychology practice in Port Jefferson Station on Long Island. Our DBT Therapy practice is dedicated to the knowledgeable and compassionate care of individuals struggling with intense emotions, behavioral difficulties, problems in their relationships, and other mental health concerns.
At DBT Psychological Services of Long Island, we strive to provide evidence-based treatments to help clients build a life worth living and attain the goals they have always desired. DBT Psychological Services of Long Island treats patients from all walks of life, from children with emotional and behavioral dysregulation, to teens, college-aged patients, adults and older adults.
At DBT Psychological Services of Long Island, we strive to provide evidence-based treatments to help clients build a life worth living and attain the goals they have always desired. DBT Psychological Services of Long Island treats patients from all walks of life, from children with emotional and behavioral dysregulation, to teens, college-aged patients, adults and older adults.
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The "D" means "dialectical." Dialectics is the way we balance and bring together acceptance and change. It's the way in which we can look at two ideas that seem entirely contradictory or opposite as being related and at the same time, both having important truths to contribute.
Figuring out what's correct in another person's position and what truth their position holds that the others are missing give allowance to a whole truth, or what we call a synthesis.The synthesis transcends the limitations of either idea and brings them together, it allows us the freedom to move forward together.
Figuring out what's correct in another person's position and what truth their position holds that the others are missing give allowance to a whole truth, or what we call a synthesis.The synthesis transcends the limitations of either idea and brings them together, it allows us the freedom to move forward together.
Over the past decade, DBT has become a well-recognized treatment for individuals who have difficulties managing their emotions. You may have heard about DBT from a therapist or psychiatrist, read about DBT on the internet, or know someone who has received DBT treatment. Despite everything you have learned and everything you have heard, you may still be asking yourself, "Can DBT help me"?
D. is experienced in applying Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to issues of depression and anxiety, bipolar disorders, recovery from trauma, substance abuse, high-functioning autism (formerly known as Asperger's Syndrome) the impact of familial substance abuse, eating disorders, borderline personality disorder, self-harm and suicidal behaviors.
Brian Hanson, M.A. has extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy and applied that training while working with children, adolescents, and adults in outpatient settings. He is currently an advanced doctoral student in the Clinical Psychology Program at Fielding Graduate University.
Connie Kramer is the Administrative Assistant at DBT Psychological Services of Long Island. She is often the first contact that clients make when reaching out to our practice. Her primary objective is to help individuals make a successful transition into our DBT program and to support the clinicians in being able to focus all of their attention on quality client care.
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Brianna Noelle
Dec 16, 2018
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As someone who has been hesitant to engage in therapy for over a decade and avoidant of any services in the past, I can truly say that DBT works. The difference for me is the skills-based approach, which provides ample alternatives for behaviors that I had been using as a crutch, but which were not truly serving me. In DBT, I’ve learned skills that have helped me rethink relationships, slow down and evaluate my decision-making process, tackle difficult emotions, and be mindful of myself and those around me. What is more, DBT has opened my eyes to an entirely new way of looking at the world. So
Michael Duckham
Aug 08, 2018
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Dr. Lenhart has changed my life, she has mastered teaching mindfulness and the skills to help deal with my anxieties. The skills work if you put the effort in. Dr. Lenhart recently moved offices. The office is great and makes me feel comfortable whenever I am there. I'm always greeted with a hello from the secretary and it makes you feel welcomed. Without going through treatment with Dr. Lenhart I would still be suffering in my home too scared to do anything, and I'm so thankful that I found this place. I would recommend anyone that is suffering with mental illness to check this life changing place
Darcy Grainger
Jul 18, 2018
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Dr. Lehnert is a master of the science that she practices. The therapy that my 17 year old son and family are receiving are aiding our families anxiety issues and the recovery process of our son’s addiction issue as well as our addiction to our son. The skills of practicing mindfulness, regulating our emotions, distress tolerance, and most importantly interpersonal effectiveness have benefited our family tremendously with communicating our feelings to each other without it escalating into a free-for-all! Teens can be demanding and so are their social stressors. As a result of rendering full DBT
