About Us
The story behind Dialectical Pathways to Wellness
Every practice has a reason it exists. Here’s ours.
Why this practice exists
I founded Dialectical Pathways to Wellness off the premise, no one should have to pick between therapy or paying their bills. Life will yes-and, you all the time, so why should therapy be different. A core principle of DBT is not treating others like they're fragile while also not validating the invalid. These principles are core to my practice and those who serve you within it.
I found myself becoming a therapist following my discharge from the military. I was discharged due to undisclosed mental health that I was unaware was in my records and it drastically altered my future forever. I want to ensure no one else ever has to be in an experience where they find themselves struggling and feeling like no one is there to support them. I started pursuing my Ph.D. following entering the field and have since become a clinical supervisor to give back to the field at large. Good clincal supervision is something many professionals relate to missing during their journey as a counselor and I am looking to help change that for future counselors.
Our mission & our vision
Our Mission
Every person deserves to be met as a whole individual — not a diagnosis. Dialectical Pathways to Wellness® offers trauma-informed, individualized therapy through individual, couples, and family counseling, alongside clinical supervision and consultation for professionals growing their own practice. Our path is built around you — wherever you are on it.
Our Vision
Our vision is a space where every person feels seen, cared for, and supported, and where the harder conversations have room to happen too — because real growth toward your authentic self requires both.
How we practice
- Holistic, individualized care — no one-size-fits-all treatment plans
- DBT-informed — grounded in evidence-based skills for emotional regulation and distress tolerance
- Trauma-informed at every level of care
- Affirming and specialized support for men and LGBTQIA+ individuals
Addison Sayre-Adona, M.S., LPC (CO), LAC (CO), LPCC (KY)
Licensed Professional Counselor (CO), Licensed Addictions Counselor (CO), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (KY)
I recieved my Bachelors of Science in Criminal Justice with a concentration in homeland security from Austin Peay State University. My Masters of Science in Counseling from the University of Nebraska Omaha, and while it doesn't relate to counseling I like to share I also have a Masters of Arts in Critical and Creative thinking wtih a concentration in Organizational Science and Leadership from the University of Nebraska Omaha. I am currently focusing on getting a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision, but am currently still in progress at this time. For my clinical work I have focused the vast majority of my clinical work with individuals suffering from substance use, severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI), or individuals who are struggling with self-harm/suicidality and individuals with addictions and substance use.
Ready to start your path?
Whether you’re seeking therapy or you’re a fellow clinician, we’d love to hear from you.