Welcome! How have you been feeling lately? If you have been feeling like something is not right, or that it is time you addressed something that has bothered you for a while, then perhaps we should talk. Whether it trauma, difficulty with mood, low self-esteem, attention, interpersonal conflicts, maladaptive habits, pain management, personality disorders you are always welcomed in. I am Dr. Anton Serzhan, Psy.D (Dr. Anton) and I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. For years I have been working with a variety of different populations, including the veterans, LGBTQ+, injury recovery and chronic pain patients; adults of every age group, both for individual sessions and as couples. I specialize in the application of evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Assertive Communication Skills (ACS), Insight Oriented Therapy (IOT), Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Guided Breathing, Validation Therapy (VT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I am here to be your guide, your resource and your support. Ready to change your life? Then here we go!
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
Starting therapy can be daunting, thus the first session is an opportunity for you to share your concerns, struggles, and goals in a safe and nonjudgmental space. We shall start with brief introduction and the foundation of a therapeutic relationship. Typically by the end of the session we will have the necessary elements to build you custom tailored approach, and you will be able to begin on your therapeutic journey.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I have an experience working in with variety of mental health and behavioral concerns across different types of clients. This way I am highly flexible and adaptable to the needs of any one client. My goal is to help the client attain necessary skills, gain insight and support, as well as problem solve. Thus the client is able to return joy into their life and thrive.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
My clients are inherently curious and hopeful, but beset by ongoing stressors from within and without. Through mutual cooperation, empathy and guidance, they are able to overcome their concerns. Clients maybe overwhelmed by their symptoms, feeling stuck with stress at work or uncertain about the future of their relationship, but they are willing to work to change it.
About Dr. Anton Serzhan, Psy.D
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT is a structured, evidence-based therapy that helps individuals identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors. It involves recognizing cognitive distortions, challenging unhelpful beliefs, and practicing new coping strategies through structured exercises and real-life application. By gradually modifying thoughts and behaviors, CBT helps individuals manage anxiety, depression, OCD, and other mental health concerns, promoting long-term emotional resilience. In sessions, this approach will be done via exercises and homework assignments, as well as weekly goals setting to help maintain progress.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
In my practice, I incorporate Dialectical Behavior Therapy to help individuals struggling with emotional dysregulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal difficulties. DBT is particularly effective for clients dealing with anxiety, depression, borderline personality disorder, and self-destructive behaviors. The foundation of this approach lies in balancing acceptance and change—helping clients acknowledge their emotions while also developing skills to manage them effectively. I utilize mindfulness techniques to ground clients in the present moment, distress tolerance strategies to help them cope with crises, emotion regulation skills to identify and modify unhelpful emotional patterns, and interpersonal effectiveness training to enhance communication and boundary-setting. For example, a client experiencing overwhelming anxiety might practice radical acceptance, acknowledging their feelings without judgment while using distress tolerance techniques like grounding exercises. Another individual struggling with interpersonal conflict may benefit from structured communication strategies such as the DEAR MAN technique, which encourages assertiveness while maintaining healthy relationships. By integrating these DBT strategies into treatment, I empower clients to navigate their emotions more effectively, build resilience, and improve their overall emotional well-being. It is often used as an extension of, and in conjunction with, CBT approach. The combination allows to target both psychological aspects of client's experiences, as well as provide them with a set of skills to manage distress.
Eclectic
In my practice, I take an eclectic approach to therapy, drawing from multiple evidence-based modalities to create a treatment plan tailored to each client’s unique needs. Rather than adhering strictly to one therapeutic framework, I integrate the most functional aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, psychodynamic principles, and somatic techniques. This flexibility allows me to adapt to the client’s personal challenges, strengths, and goals, ensuring a dynamic and personalized approach. For example, a client struggling with anxiety and rumination may benefit from CBT’s cognitive restructuring techniques to challenge negative thought patterns, while also incorporating mindfulness from DBT to cultivate present-moment awareness. For individuals dealing with trauma, I may blend somatic grounding exercises with psychodynamic exploration to process unresolved emotional wounds. Someone navigating interpersonal difficulties might work on emotion regulation through DBT strategies, while also developing deeper self-awareness through reflective psychodynamic work.
Couples Counseling
In my practice, I approach couples counseling as an opportunity not only to strengthen the relationship but also to support each partner’s individual well-being. Utilizing evidence-based techniques, including the Gottman Method, I help couples improve communication, manage conflict effectively, and deepen emotional connection. By addressing negative interaction cycles, fostering mutual understanding, and rebuilding trust, couples can create a foundation of stability and intimacy that enhances both their relationship and personal growth. The Gottman Method provides a structured approach to identifying and altering harmful relational patterns. Through interventions such as the "Four Horsemen" framework—helping couples recognize and replace criticism, defensiveness, contempt, and stonewalling with healthier alternatives—we create an environment where both partners feel heard and valued. Additionally, I integrate emotion-focused strategies to uncover underlying needs and attachment dynamics, promoting a deeper sense of connection and security. Beyond the relationship itself, couples counseling can also serve as an extension of individual therapeutic work. Relationship stress often exacerbates clinical symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and trauma-related distress, while unresolved personal struggles can negatively impact the dynamics within the partnership. By working with both partners to develop emotional regulation skills, self-awareness, and effective coping mechanisms, therapy strengthens not only the relationship but also each individual’s psychological resilience.