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Our Mental Health Skill Building Team
The EPH skill-building team implements a patient-centered therapeutic approach designed to help individuals develop coping strategies, emotional regulation techniques, and practical skills to manage mental health challenges.
Support For Building Life & Coping Skills
At EPH Mental Health, our experienced skill-building specialists provide practical, personalized support to help clients develop essential coping strategies, emotional regulation techniques, and life skills. Each team member brings specialized training, compassionate care, and a commitment to empowering clients to manage mental health symptoms and improve daily functioning.
Our Approach to Skill-Building
A Personalized & Holistic Approach To Skill- Building
Our skill-building team works collaboratively with therapists and psychiatric providers to deliver comprehensive, coordinated mental health care. We believe in teaching practical, evidence-based skills that clients can use immediately to navigate challenges, regulate emotions, and build confidence in their ability to manage their mental health.
Meet Our Skill-Building Specialists
More About Our Skill-Building Specialists
Janet Williams, MSN, PMHCNS
Psychiatric Mental Health Clinical Nurse Specialist
Janet brings extensive expertise in psychiatric nursing and mental health counseling to skill-building services. With over 20 years of experience in mental health care, she specializes in helping clients develop advanced coping strategies, emotional regulation skills, and behavioral management techniques for complex mental health conditions.
Areas of Expertise:
- Advanced Coping Skills for Mental Illness
- Emotional Regulation & Distress Tolerance
- Behavioral Activation Techniques
- Recovery-Oriented Skill Building
- Medication Adherence & Self-Management
Approach:
"My clinical background allows me to understand the unique challenges of living with mental health conditions. I focus on teaching practical, evidence-based skills that help clients manage symptoms, improve functioning, and work toward their recovery goals with confidence and hope."
Jamese Tanner, MS, QMHP
Qualified Mental Health Professional
Jamese specializes in teaching practical coping skills and emotional regulation techniques to individuals managing anxiety, depression, and stress. She uses evidence-based approaches, including DBT skills training, mindfulness practices, and behavioral activation to help clients build resilience and improve daily functioning.
Areas of Expertise:
- DBT Skills Training
- Emotional Regulation
- Distress Tolerance
- Mindfulness Practices
- Behavioral Activation
- Interpersonal Effectiveness
- Communication Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Social Skills Training
Approach:
"Independence looks different for everyone. I work with each client to identify their unique goals and develop practical skills that support greater autonomy and quality of life."
Skills We Teach
Our team provides training in a comprehensive range of life and coping skills.
Emotional Regulation Skills
- Identifying and naming emotions
- Managing intense feelings
- Reducing emotional vulnerability
- Building positive emotional experiences
Distress Tolerance Skills
- Crisis survival strategies
- Self-soothing techniques
- Accepting reality
- Managing difficult situations without making them worse
Mindfulness Skills
- Present-moment awareness
- Observing without judgment
- Describing experiences
- Participating fully in activities
Interpersonal Effectiveness Skills
- Asking for what you need
- Setting healthy boundaries
- Maintaining relationships
- Balancing priorities in relationships
Life Management Skills
- Asking for what you need
- Setting healthy boundaries
- Maintaining relationships
- Balancing priorities in relationships
Social Skills
- Asking for what you need
- Setting healthy boundaries
- Maintaining relationships
- Balancing priorities in relationships
Contact Us
Ready to schedule an appointment or have questions about our practice? Get in touch with our team today and we will be happy to assist you.
Why Choose EPH Mental Health for Skill-Building
EPH Mental Health Services: Your Partner in Mental Health
✔ Experienced, Qualified Specialists
Our skill-building team includes qualified mental health professionals with specialized training in evidence-based skill development approaches.
✔ Practical, Real-World Focus
We teach skills you can use immediately in your daily life—not just theory, but practical strategies that make a real difference.
✔ Personalized Skill Development
Every skill-building plan is tailored to your unique needs, challenges, goals, and learning style—what works for one person may not work for another.
✔ Integrated Team Approach
Our skill-building specialists collaborate with your therapist and psychiatric provider to ensure comprehensive, coordinated care.
✔ Supportive, Encouraging Environment
We create a safe space where you can practice new skills, make mistakes, learn, and build confidence at your own pace.
✔ Evidence-Based Techniques
We use research-backed approaches, including DBT skills training, mindfulness-based practices, and behavioral strategies proven to improve outcomes.
True Collaboration
At EPH Mental Health, we combine evidence-based treatment with genuine compassion, creating a therapeutic environment where healing and growth truly happen. Our experienced team of licensed mental health providers works collaboratively to deliver personalized, holistic care tailored to your unique needs and goals.
EPH Mental Health-Personalized & Compassionate Care
Who Benefits from Skill Building?
Skill-building services help clients develop practical tools to manage mental health symptoms and improve daily functioning. Our specialists provide personalized support to build coping strategies, emotional regulation skills, and greater independence. Skill-building services are particularly beneficial for clients who:
✔ Managing anxiety, depression, or mood disorders
✔ Learning to regulate intense emotions
✔ Recovering from substance use or eating disorders
✔ Developing independent living skills
✔ Developing independent living skills
✔ Improving social and communication abilities
✔ Building confidence and self-esteem
✔ Navigating life transitions
✔ Working toward greater independence
✔ Supporting therapy and medication management
✔ Preventing relapse or crisis situations
EPH Mental Health Serving VA & GA
Accessible Mental Health Care
EPH Mental Health provides therapy services throughout Virginia and Georgia.
Service Locations:
- Virginia: Chesterfield, Richmond, Henrico, Midlothian, Arlington, Fairfax, Virginia Beach, Norfolk
- Georgia: Atlanta, Augusta, Columbus
Get In Touch With Us
Ready to Build Your Skills?
Our compassionate skill-building team is here to support your growth and independence. Contact EPH Mental Health today to schedule an initial assessment.
Richmond, VA
701 E Franklin Street
Richmond, VA 23219
Fairfax, VA
11166 Fairfax Blvd
Fairfax, VA 22030
Atlanta, GA
1954 Airport Road
Atlanta, GA 30341
Houston, TX
1445 North Loop West
Houston, TX 7700
St. Petersburg, FL
7901 4th Street N
St Petersburg, FL 33702
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