Kimberly Applewhite, Psy.D.

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Program Director

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), LGBTQ+, Racial Trauma

In-Person (Utah) | Telehealth (40+ States)

About

Kimberly Applewhite, Psy.D., is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and the DBT Program Director at UCEBT. She specializes in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI) for health-related stressors.

With a focus on supporting individuals and families across diverse contexts, Kimberly brings a wealth of experience working with ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+ populations, and individuals navigating racial stress and trauma. She also offers QPR suicide prevention training, professional consultations, and family-focused care for individuals of all ages.

Dr. Applewhite is PsyPact approved and can provide telehealth services in over 40 states. She also sees clients in-person at our Utah location.

Education & Training

Degrees:

BA, Psychology, New York University
MS, School Psychology, Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology at Yeshiva University
Psy.D., School-Clinical Child Psychology, Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology at Yeshiva University (APA Accredited)

Internship:

Julia Dyckman Andrus Memorial, Inc. (APA Accredited)

Fellowships:

Boston Children’s Hospital Division of Adolescent Medicine/Harvard Medical School
University of Utah Neuropsychiatric Institute (now Huntsman Mental Health Institute)

Approach to Therapy

Dr. Applewhite’s therapeutic approach emphasizes:

Evidence-Based Practices: Expertise in DBT, CBT, ACT, and MI ensures tailored interventions for emotional and health-related stressors.
Holistic Care: Grounded in bio-psycho-social-spiritual perspectives to address the full spectrum of individual and family needs.
Cultural Sensitivity: Focused on trauma-informed care, with a commitment to racial and LGBTQ+ inclusivity.
Prevention and Advocacy: Certified in QPR suicide prevention training and experienced in addressing systemic barriers to well-being.

Dr. Applewhite In The Community

“Embracing Diversity and Mental Wellness in Challenging Environments” on Lift and Make Lighter Podcast, on May 29, 2025

“Why a therapist recommends reality TV” with TEDx Salt lake City on October 7, 2024

“Destigmatizing Mental Health Care In The Black Community Panel Discussion” at the IMPACT Black Women Experience on May 27, 2023

“Becoming a Therapist, Part II” on Episode 306 with Therapy for Black Girls Podcast on May 10, 2023

“Brittany Tichenor-Cox wants to grow ‘Izzy’s Village’ into a safe space for everyone” published by KUER on March 20, 2023

“Culturally Tailored ACT for Adolescents” training for Mind Chicago staff, February 2023

Following the tragic news of Stephen “tWitch” Boss, Dr. Applewhite, speaks with the Black Clinicians group about suicide in the Black community on December 14, 2022

“988 is getting more calls in Utah, but the lifeline’s shorter number may not be what’s at play” interview by KUER on August 29, 2022

“Prioritizing Values, Accomplishment, and Joy”, connecting ACT and DBT principles to Kwanzaa principles, hosted by Black Clinicians, sponsored by Millcreek Promise, 2022

“Noticing, Naming, and Neutralizing Bias in Clinical Work with Diverse Clients” hosted by Utah Department for Health and Human Services Zero Suicide Summit, 2022

“Antiracism in the Third Wave: Culturally Humble Applications in Principle-Driven Treatment” hosted by Association for Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies, August 21, 2021

“Suicide in Black Communities” Facebook Live discussion with black clinicians in Utah, September 2020

“Hands Up, Now What?: Black Families’ Reactions to Racial Socialization Interventions” published in the Journal of Youth Development, September 2020

“Level Up: Building Family, School, & Community Systems’ Strategies to Protect Black Youth from Racial Stress and Trauma” 3-hr CE presentation for the Georgia Psychological Association, May 2020

“Black Clinicians Support Community” Facebook Live discussion with black clinicians in Utah discussing mental health in the black community, May 2020

“The Black Clinicians” published on Dr. LaShawn Williams’ YouTube channel, April 2020