THIRA Health

THIRA Health accepts and is in-network with most major insurance plans. Our admissions team works closely with clients to help clarify coverage and navigate benefits. We aim to make high quality DBT treatment as accessible as possible. Learn more about insurance and coverage by visiting our website: https://thirahealth.com/insurance-information/

We are grateful to hear how our residential program supports clients in building confidence, skills, and readiness for what comes next. Providing compassionate, structured care remains at the center of everything we do. Learn more about our residential program: https://thirahealth.com/adult-residential-treatment-program/

Opposite Action is a DBT skill that helps clients shift emotional responses by acting opposite to the urge driven by an unhelpful emotion. When emotions do not align with the facts or are too intense, clients can choose behaviors that move them toward their goals rather than away from them. This skill is effective in reducing avoidance, improving mood, and building long term emotional resilience.

Learn more about DBT skills at THIRA Health: https://thirahealth.com/

In our latest Q and A, Linda Matthews shares insights into her work, her perspective on mental health care, and what continues to drive her in this field.

Read more and gain valuable clinical perspective by visiting our website: https://thirahealth.com/2026/02/13/meet-our-team-a-qa-with-linda-matthews-dnp-pmhnp-bc/

Everyone deserves to feel seen, supported, and safe in their mental health journey. Creating safe spaces is essential. Support can make a meaningful difference.

DBT interpersonal effectiveness skills can significantly improve relationship satisfaction by helping clients communicate needs clearly while maintaining self-respect and boundaries. These skills support healthier dynamics across personal and professional relationships and reduce conflict-driven stress. At THIRA Health, these skills are a core component of treatment. Learn more by visiting our website: https://thirahealth.com/

THIRA Health was proud to participate in the APA Conference through the session “Hippocrates Revisited: Psychiatric Ethics in Modern Clinical Practice,” presented by Stephanie Fox, PhD, LMHC, SUDP, LCPC, Chief Operating Officer at THIRA Health, alongside Dr. Michael Young, Dr. Ronald Means, and Dr. Sonya Chistov. The session examined key ethical challenges in modern psychiatry, including autonomy and beneficent care, psychedelic assisted psychotherapy, artificial intelligence in clinical practice, and broader issues such as coercion and structural racism.

These ongoing conversations reflect our commitment to thoughtful, ethical, and evidence based care in a rapidly evolving behavioral health landscape. Learn more about THIRA Health and our programs by visiting our website: https://thirahealth.com/

Memorial Day offers a moment to slow down, reflect, and hold space for remembrance. It can also be a time to check in with ourselves and others. Emotional awareness is an important part of overall wellness.

Please join us in welcoming Stephanie Fox, Ph.D., LMHC, SUDP, RYT as the new Chief Operating Officer at THIRA Health. Stephanie brings an exceptional blend of operational leadership and clinical expertise, with extensive experience leading residential and outpatient programs, shaping clinical strategy, and driving organizational growth. Having previously served as Director of Operations at THIRA Health, we are thrilled to welcome her back to our team.

Stephanie’s holistic and systems focused approach to leadership is reflected in her credentials as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Substance Use Disorder Professional, and Registered Yoga Instructor, as well as her research on organizational health and employee retention.

Her commitment to building strong, supportive systems for both providers and clients aligns deeply with THIRA Health’s mission and values. Learn more about our leadership team and programs by visiting our website: https://thirahealth.com/our-team/

Dr. Al Tsai, Medical Director at THIRA Health, brings extensive expertise in psychiatry, including leadership roles in military and clinical settings. His experience integrating psychopharmacology with therapies such as DBT and CBT strengthens THIRA’s comprehensive care model. Dr. Tsai’s work in managing suicidality and advancing mental health education reflects a deep commitment to improving outcomes for clients and the broader community. Learn more about our leadership team: https://thirahealth.com/our-team/