welcome
If you are here then that means you are taking your first steps on the path to healing. Healing is not a destination but a journey and it is one that looks very different for each individual. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to mental health, therapy is as much an Art as it is a Science.
Here at Durbin Family Therapy our mission is to provide mental health services that embody compassion and cultivate healing of the individual, family, and community. We strive to be at the forefront of new and innovative practices while being trauma-informed, collaborative, and evidenced-based.
In-person and Virtual Therapy Services
Whether you prefer to meet with a provider in-person, telehealth in order to navigate barriers to access care, or maybe you need a little bit of both, we will meet you where you are at. We offer flexible options and work with you to provide the best possible service we can.
Therapy Services
Trauma Informed
Most of us have experienced some level of trauma in our lives, whether that be at a very young age or later in life. Trauma is a life event that can significantly impact our mental health and our daily lives. We believe it is important to promote a safe and supportive environment so that you and your loved ones can heal.
Family Therapy
Not every family is the same and every family can look very different, however, every family has their struggles. We understand the importance of bringing families together and promoting healing. Whether that be healing from intergenerational trauma or healing from a traumatic life event.
Child and Youth
It takes time for children and youth to develop emotional maturity and the skills necessary to cope with every day life stressors. When children have been through trauma it can stunt their ability to develop normally. Thankfully, with the right guidance and support, we can help get them back on track.
A few of our therapy modalities…
Healing the mind and body
Somatic Therapy
Somatic Therapy (ST) is a body-based approach, understanding the mind-body connection and impact – imprint – of trauma, to support healing through sensations and movement. You can learn more directly from the source by visiting the Embody Wise website.
Using a child’s natural language
Play Therapy
Play Therapy (PT) is the use of play – the child’s language – that center around relational dynamics to help with cultivating connections with oneself and others; expression of emotions, feelings, thoughts and experiences; and supporting healing. Learn more about Child Play Therapy at A4PT.
Developing coping skills
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT – founder Marsha Linehan) is a skills-based therapy that balances acceptance and change, aimed primarily at reducing risky and unsafe behaviors, with a focus on 4 core areas for skills training: (1) Mindfulness; (2) Distress tolerance; (3) Emotion regulation; and (4) Interpersonal effectiveness. For more information please visit the dialectical behavior therapy web site.
Bringing families together
Structural Family Therapy
Structural Family Therapy (SFT – founder Salvador Minuchin) views the family as a system and focuses on improving family dynamics and relationships through exploring the structure and interactions of members to strengthen connections and communication. We encourage you to learn more by visiting Psychology Today Structural Family.
Contact us
We are happy to help you schedule an appointment or to answer any questions you may have. Please contact our office below by calling or by sending us a message.