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Dr. Alex Victor Smirnoff, MD is a psychiatrist in Concord, CA specializing in psychiatry and pediatric psychiatry. He graduated from Saint Petersburg I.P. Pavlov Medical University. Dr. Alex Victor Smirnoff, MD is affiliated with John Muir Health.
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Dialectical behavior therapy, or DBT, is a form of cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) that was originally developed to help the most severely mentally ill and depressed patients accept therapy. It relies on the same concept in CBT that examines the relationship between thoughts, feelings, and actions, but in DBT the emphasis is first on acceptance rather than change. There is also an emphasis on mindfulness, 'being in the moment,' and relaxation techniques such as yoga. These are combined with a great deal of validation and encouragement from the therapist.
The word 'dialectical' means acting through opposing forces, and this word refers to a few different opposing concepts in DBT:
Dialectical behavior therapy was developed when therapists attempting to use CBT techniques on the most seriously ill patients ran into a problem. When they suggested that a patient change their thoughts, these very vulnerable patients would become overwhelmed and turn aggressive or suicidal. DBT was developed to support these patients with acceptance and validation while still guiding them towards changing problematic thoughts. Although also used for suicidal and self-harming patients today, these days, DBT is mainly used to treat borderline personality disorder. It is one of the few effective interventions for this serious illness.
DBT has been shown to be very effective at reducing self-destructive behavior. It can also be used to teach new coping skills and increase a patient's self-esteem and motivation to become healthier.
Dr. Alex Victor Smirnoff, MD graduated from Saint Petersburg I.P. Pavlov Medical University. He completed residency at University of Cincinnati Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the Certification: American Board of Psy and has a state license in California.
Medical School: Saint Petersburg I.P. Pavlov Medical University
Residency: University of Cincinnati Affiliated Hospitals
Board Certification: Certification: American Board of Psy
Licensed In: California
Dr. Alex Victor Smirnoff, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Alex Victor Smirnoff, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: CorVel Corporation, Blue Shield, Private Health Care System - PHCS/Multiplan, AARP Medicare, Multiplan, Three Rivers Provider Network, USA Managed Care, Coventry Health Care National Network, Aetna, United Healthcare, Great-West Healthcare (Now CIGNA), Medicare, Humana, Cigna, Community Care Network (CCN), TriCare-Health Net/VA, Anthem Blue Cross, HealthSmart, First Health, Beech Street (owned by MultiPlan), Health Net, Multiplan PPO (Kaiser PPO or POS - excluded), Health Management Network, Amera-Net, Pacific Health Alliance, Smartcare, Pacific Foundation for Medical Care, Inc., Canopy Health, Alameda Alliance for Health, USA Health Network, Fortified Provider Network, Partnership Health Plan, Integrated Health Plan, Networks By Design, Contra Costa Health Plan and Canopy Care.
According to our sources, Dr. Alex Victor Smirnoff, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. Alex Victor Smirnoff, MD has a high overall rating with an average of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 5 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Alex Victor Smirnoff, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Concord, CA.
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Dr. Alex Smirnoff is a pediatric psychiatry specialist in Concord, CA and Walnut Creek, CA. In his practice, Dr. Smirnoff focuses on dialectical behavior therapy. He is rated 3.5 stars (out of 5) by his patients. Dr. Smirnoff takes Anthem, Blue California, and HealthSmart, in addition to other insurance carriers. He graduated from Saint Petersburg I.P. Pavlov Medical University and then he performed his residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Cincinnati. He speaks Russian. Dr. Smirnoff is professionally affiliated with John Muir Health. Dr. Smirnoff has an open panel in Concord, CA according to Yext.
