Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in North Carolina

Hi - I'm Maria Dimova (She/Her), a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in Charlotte, North Carolina. I take a no-nonsense approach, with a touch of humor, to life’s challenges and mental health. You may look like you have it all together on the outside, but inside you feel overwhelmed, anxious, and exhausted from trying to do it all. Maybe you’re feeling disconnected from your partner, preparing for marriage, or navigating postpartum changes, the demands of motherhood, or a major life transition. Perfectionism may keep you striving without ever feeling “enough,” and the stress can strain your closest relationships. Life can feel like hiking a steep ridge — exhausting, uncertain, and lonely. What you want most is to feel calmer, more balanced, and more connected — both to yourself and with the people who matter most.

I bring over 15 years of dedicated experience in the mental health field to my role at Restorative Mindset & Behavior Institute PLLC. As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), I offer specialized psychiatric mental health evaluations, diagnoses, and treatment planning to support my clients’ mental health journeys. My passion lies in empowering individuals to improve their mindset, behavior, and overall well-being through personalized care. I am currently serving clients in North Carolina and will soon be accepting major insurance providers to make these services more accessible and affordable. With my commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive environment, I focus on inspiring growth and resilience in my clients as they navigate their mental and emotional health challenges.

Sandy Boone is a Licensed Professional Counselor, coach, consultant, and educator who helps people move beyond simply managing symptoms to understanding what their minds and bodies are trying to communicate. She specializes in trauma, anxiety, ADHD, burnout, nervous system dysregulation, and the challenges that arise during major life transitions. Sandy integrates evidence-informed approaches including somatic therapy, Brainspotting, neurofeedback, and functional medicine principles to create individualized care that addresses both emotional and physical well-being. Her style is warm, direct, and collaborative, helping clients develop practical tools while fostering lasting change. Whether someone is feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected, Sandy provides a compassionate space to heal, build resilience, and reconnect with the life they want to live. Her goal is to help clients understand themselves more deeply so they can thrive—not just survive.

I am a licensed therapist in NC. I focus on providing compassioned based therapy that helps people build awareness around patterns, habits and experiences that impacts their mental health.

I am a licensed clinical mental health counselor and licensed clinical addictions specialist. My niche is trauma, generalized anxiety, panic and major depressive disorders. I am passionate about helping others to be the best version of themselves. My goal is to empower others to make changes in their life where they see fit. 

I am a provisionally licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. I have experience working with adults ages 18 and up with substance use and mental health concerns. I am rooted in emotions and values. I utilize mindfulness techniques to help clients become more aware of their behaviors, thoughts, and emotions. I help clients develop responsibility in their lives and communicate more effectively to enhance both inter- and intrapersonal relationships. I draw from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT). I have experience with anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, grief, and stress-related concerns. I am here to be someone for you and to help you gain confidence with you are.

Feeling stuck in your behaviors and patterns but don’t know how to break free from the cycle? Or maybe you’ve made a few changes and you’re finding it difficult to fit into your environment because the people surrounding you aren’t supportive of your new self. We all want to be heard. We all want to be supported. Especially when we’re unsure of our next steps in life and grow as a person. You just want to be accepted for who you are. You are worthy to be seen, heard, and accepted for who you are in every stage of life. Schedule a consult today to take the next step of your healing process and self-exploration journey. As an LGBTQIA+, transgender, and BIPOC affirmative counselor serving in NC and SC, I work with clients experiencing the following concerns: anxiety, stress, depression, trauma and PTSD, self esteem, grief, men's issues, and internet addiction. I work with the following age population: teen, adults, and elders. In working together, we may explore a few of the following approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Humanistic, Person-Centered, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Trauma Focused. Text/call 980-484-3728 for your free consultation or submit an inquiry at esmaycounseling.com. I look forward to meeting you!

I believe the therapy process is a marathon, not a sprint. Pacing and patience are key to the type of collaborative therapy I offer. In this “marathon”, I am open to discussing what tactics you want to use to create the change you want to see. As a counselor, I use myself as a vehicle for change in the therapeutic process. I bring a warm, personable, and laid-back nature to each session because I believe everyone needs a comfortable space to share their story. I push my clients in the direction of their goals, but I respect the importance of pacing and patience during the therapy “marathon”. I utilize an eclectic approach to meet you where you are. Some of these approaches include Adlerian, Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral and Mindfulness therapies. I have experience working with student-athletes and I know how difficult it is juggling academics, work, school, sports, and a personal life. I also enjoy working on self-esteem building. I invite not only student-athletes, but any adolescents and adults who are struggling with life's pressures. If you are looking for someone who will take the role of pushing you to meet your goals while still staying in your corner cheering you on, please feel free to reach out.