Anna Darbonne-Bjorndal, PsyD, DO

About

Psychologist in Dallas, TX. Works with Grief, Child and Relationship Issues. Sees clients online only. Works out of network for insurance. Accepting new clients.

Areas of expertise

• Grief
• Relationship Issues
• Anxiety
• Bisexual
• Coping Skills
• Depression
• Lesbian
• Life Transitions
• Parenting
• Self Esteem
• Stress Management

Types of therapy

• Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)Helps people make room for difficult thoughts and feelings instead of fighting them, and commit to actions that fit what matters to them.
• Attachment-basedLooks at early bonds with caregivers and how they shape relationships and emotions now, and works toward a greater sense of safety and connection.
• BrainspottingA newer trauma therapy that uses where a person looks, held at fixed points, to help reach and process distressing feelings.
• Culturally SensitiveTakes a person's culture, identity, background and values into account, and shapes the work so it fits their life.
• EclecticUses techniques from several approaches, chosen to suit the person and the problem rather than following one model.
• Emotionally FocusedTreats emotions as a guide to change. Often used with couples, to understand patterns of conflict and rebuild a secure bond.
• Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)The main behavioral therapy for OCD: gradually facing feared situations or thoughts while resisting the urge to carry out compulsions.
• Family / MaritalTherapy with couples or families together, focused on communication, conflict and the patterns between people.
• IntegrativeCombines more than one therapy approach, fitted to the person's needs.
• Internal Family Systems (IFS)Sees the mind as made of different 'parts', and helps people understand and care for them from a calm, compassionate core 'Self'.
• Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)Combines mindfulness practice, paying attention to the present moment without judgment, with ideas from cognitive therapy.
• Person-CenteredA warm, non-directive approach: the therapist listens with empathy and without judgment, and trusts the person to find their own direction.
• Play TherapyUses play, toys and games to help children express feelings and work through problems in a way that suits their age.
• Positive PsychologyFocuses on well-being, strengths, gratitude and what makes life fulfilling, alongside working through difficulties.
• Psychological Testing and EvaluationFormal assessment with standardized tests, for example for ADHD, learning differences or autism, usually ending in a written report.

More details

Sessions

Online only

Accepting new clients

Yes

Specialties

Grief, Child, Relationship Issues, Anxiety, Bisexual, Burnout, Celebrity & Public Figures, Coping Skills, Depression, Infertility, Lesbian, LGBTQ+, Life Transitions, Men's Issues, Mood Disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD), Parenting, Performance & Creativity Enhancement, Self Esteem, Spirituality, Sports Performance, Stress, Veterans, Women's Issues

Insurance

Out of Network

Fees

Individual sessions $367

Payment methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Ages

Toddler, Children (6 to 10), Preteen, Teen, Adults, Elders (65+)

Works with

Individuals, Couples, Family

Communities

Aviation Professionals, Bisexual Allied, Gay Allied, Lesbian Allied, Non-Binary Allied, Queer Allied, Racial Justice Allied, Sex Worker Allied, Single Parent

Religion

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Languages

English

Other offices

McLean, 22101

Education & qualifications