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Last updated | Monday February 17, 2025

As a scientist that has worked for a decade in drug metabolism research, both in Italy and the US, I always attempt to utilize evidence based interventions with my clients. When dealing with 'softer' sciences surrounding the mental health field, the best course of treatment is often difficult to ascertain. I strive to provide a collaborative, empirical, transparent process which adopts the best evidence based approaches to your unique, personal treatment needs. I am looking forward to rolling up my sleeves and working with you!
I specialize in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy with people that may have difficulties controlling their emotions and impulses and therefore may find it hard to keep relationships. Experiencing feelings of emptiness, problems coping with abandonment, a rapidly changing view of others, quick changes in mood and self harm are not uncommon.
I am particularly proud of working with individuals struggling with addictions and personality disorders, I am even more proud of being able to assist effectively the people that love them.
About Silvia Portolan
Identity
Getting To Know Silvia Portolan
As a scientist that has worked for a decade in drug metabolism research, both in Italy and the US, I always attempt to utilize evidence based interventions with my clients. When dealing with 'softer' sciences surrounding the mental health field, the best course of treatment is often difficult to ascertain. I strive to provide a collaborative, empirical, transparent process which adopts the best evidence based approaches to your unique, personal treatment needs. I am looking forward to rolling up my sleeves and working with you!
I specialize in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy with people that may have difficulties controlling their emotions and impulses and therefore may find it hard to keep relationships. Experiencing feelings of emptiness, problems coping with abandonment, a rapidly changing view of others, quick changes in mood and self harm are not uncommon.
I am particularly proud of working with individuals struggling with addictions and personality disorders, I am even more proud of being able to assist effectively the people that love them.
Take the first step to finding help. Call Silvia Portolan now – (636) 481 5121
Rates & Insurance
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Individual Sessions 120
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Couples Sessions 0
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Groups Sessions 0

It’s typical for mental health professionals to not participate in your insurance network. However, numerous insurance plans do provide coverage for out-of-network services, which means you might receive partial reimbursement for your expenses.Learn more
Treatments & Expertise
Client Focus
- Individuals
- Group
- Couples
- Family Conflict
- Codependency
- Anger Management
- Addiction
- Divorce
- Self-harming
- Domestic Abuse
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Behavioral Issues
- Personality Disorders
- Lesbian
- Trauma And Ptsd
- Substance Use
- Coping Skills
- Narcissistic Personality (npd)
- Lgbtq+
- Self Esteem
- Borderline Personality (bpd)
- Stress
- Gambling
- Suicidal Ideation
- Sexuality: Bisexual
- Drug Abuse
- Dual Diagnosis
- Depression
- Developmental Disorders
- Career Counseling
- Marital And Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- Sexual Addiction
- Life Transitions
- Chronic Impulsivity
- Anxiety
- Life Coaching
- Alcohol Use
- Grief
- Sexual Abuse
- Italian
- Dialectical Behavior (dbt)
- Cognitive Behavioral (cbt)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Experiential Therapy
- Mindfulness-based (mbct)
- Adults
- Preteen
- Teen
- Elders (65+)
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As a scientist that has worked for a decade in drug metabolism research, both in Italy and the US, I always attempt to utilize evidence based interventions with my clients. When dealing with 'softer' sciences surrounding the mental health field, the best course of treatment is often difficult to ascertain. I strive to provide a collaborative, empirical, transparent process which adopts the best evidence based approaches to your unique, personal treatment needs. I am looking forward to rolling up my sleeves and working with you!
I specialize in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy with people that may have difficulties controlling their emotions and impulses and therefore may find it hard to keep relationships. Experiencing feelings of emptiness, problems coping with abandonment, a rapidly changing view of others, quick changes in mood and self harm are not uncommon.
I am particularly proud of working with individuals struggling with addictions and personality disorders, I am even more proud of being able to assist effectively the people that love them.
About Silvia Portolan
Identity
Getting To Know Silvia Portolan
As a scientist that has worked for a decade in drug metabolism research, both in Italy and the US, I always attempt to utilize evidence based interventions with my clients. When dealing with 'softer' sciences surrounding the mental health field, the best course of treatment is often difficult to ascertain. I strive to provide a collaborative, empirical, transparent process which adopts the best evidence based approaches to your unique, personal treatment needs. I am looking forward to rolling up my sleeves and working with you!
I specialize in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy with people that may have difficulties controlling their emotions and impulses and therefore may find it hard to keep relationships. Experiencing feelings of emptiness, problems coping with abandonment, a rapidly changing view of others, quick changes in mood and self harm are not uncommon.
I am particularly proud of working with individuals struggling with addictions and personality disorders, I am even more proud of being able to assist effectively the people that love them.
Take the first step to finding help. Call Silvia Portolan now – (636) 481 5121
Rates & Insurance
-
Individual Sessions 120
-
Couples Sessions 0
-
Groups Sessions 0

It’s typical for mental health professionals to not participate in your insurance network. However, numerous insurance plans do provide coverage for out-of-network services, which means you might receive partial reimbursement for your expenses.Learn more
Treatments & Expertise
Client Focus
- Individuals
- Group
- Couples
- Family Conflict
- Codependency
- Anger Management
- Addiction
- Divorce
- Self-harming
- Domestic Abuse
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Behavioral Issues
- Personality Disorders
- Lesbian
- Trauma And Ptsd
- Substance Use
- Coping Skills
- Narcissistic Personality (npd)
- Lgbtq+
- Self Esteem
- Borderline Personality (bpd)
- Stress
- Gambling
- Suicidal Ideation
- Sexuality: Bisexual
- Drug Abuse
- Dual Diagnosis
- Depression
- Developmental Disorders
- Career Counseling
- Marital And Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- Sexual Addiction
- Life Transitions
- Chronic Impulsivity
- Anxiety
- Life Coaching
- Alcohol Use
- Grief
- Sexual Abuse
- Italian
- Dialectical Behavior (dbt)
- Cognitive Behavioral (cbt)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Experiential Therapy
- Mindfulness-based (mbct)
- Adults
- Preteen
- Teen
- Elders (65+)
Not sure if you’re the right fit for Silvia‘s Practice? Take This Quick Survey