Dialectical Behaviour (DBT) Psychologists and Therapists in Strathfield, NSW

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Meray Tahan
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Strathfield, NSW 2135
Expertise in treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder in adults. Adult mental health.
Expertise in treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder in adults. Adult mental health.
(02) 8105 6844 View (02) 8105 6844
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Julie Ryu
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Strathfield, NSW 2135
I provide person-centered, evidence-based psychological treatments and counselling to clients from all walks of life. Clients often request short to medium term interventions to lessen the effects of their psychological trauma or recent and/or old events on their lives. Clients attend sessions with clinical diagnoses or their current experiences of moderate to severe level of symptoms leading to their interest in receiving assessments for formal diagnoses. Specific needs and goals of therapy are usually discussed in the first session during intake assessment. I can also provide sessions in Korean.
I provide person-centered, evidence-based psychological treatments and counselling to clients from all walks of life. Clients often request short to medium term interventions to lessen the effects of their psychological trauma or recent and/or old events on their lives. Clients attend sessions with clinical diagnoses or their current experiences of moderate to severe level of symptoms leading to their interest in receiving assessments for formal diagnoses. Specific needs and goals of therapy are usually discussed in the first session during intake assessment. I can also provide sessions in Korean.
(02) 7804 4481 View (02) 7804 4481
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Erin Butler
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a clinical psychologist with a passion for working with people using a holistic approach, recognising each person’s unique qualities. I have a warm and direct approach, and use humour where appropriate in my work with young adults and through the lifespan into older adulthood. I strive to create a warm, non-judgmental space where people feel comfortable discussing their concerns; and to collaborate with them to achieve their goals.
I am a clinical psychologist with a passion for working with people using a holistic approach, recognising each person’s unique qualities. I have a warm and direct approach, and use humour where appropriate in my work with young adults and through the lifespan into older adulthood. I strive to create a warm, non-judgmental space where people feel comfortable discussing their concerns; and to collaborate with them to achieve their goals.
(02) 7804 4903 View (02) 7804 4903
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Miriam Chan
Social Worker, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you stuck in how you feel and would love to learn how to get out of the cycle? Are you prepared to learn some new skills to change how you feel? It can be scary to reach out and give counselling a go but I am here and can help. You will learn skills to create better connections with others, cope better with future stress and challenges, and feel more confident in managing your mental health and wellbeing.
Are you stuck in how you feel and would love to learn how to get out of the cycle? Are you prepared to learn some new skills to change how you feel? It can be scary to reach out and give counselling a go but I am here and can help. You will learn skills to create better connections with others, cope better with future stress and challenges, and feel more confident in managing your mental health and wellbeing.
(02) 9538 7715 View (02) 9538 7715
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Michele Benson
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Michele Benson is registered Clinical Psychologist and Board Approved Supervisor with the Psychology Board of Australia. Additionally, Michele holds a Bachelor of Nursing and Graduate Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy. While she no longer maintains registration as an RN, Michele has accrued over 20 years of experience working as a mental health nurse, counsellor, and psychologist in a broad range of public and private mental health and hospital settings.
Michele Benson is registered Clinical Psychologist and Board Approved Supervisor with the Psychology Board of Australia. Additionally, Michele holds a Bachelor of Nursing and Graduate Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy. While she no longer maintains registration as an RN, Michele has accrued over 20 years of experience working as a mental health nurse, counsellor, and psychologist in a broad range of public and private mental health and hospital settings.
(02) 9098 5103 View (02) 9098 5103
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Resilient Minds Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
We understand the challenges that come with managing mental health, and that's why we are here to offer support. Our Sydney based telehealth psychology practice offers individualised therapy sessions with Registered Psychologists and Clinical Psychologists. Our goal is to provide a safe and confidential space for you to work through life's challenges and find peace of mind. No matter what you're facing, whether it's stress, anxiety, depression, trauma or relationship issues, we're here to listen and help. If you're looking for a convenient and comfortable way to receive therapy, our telehealth services may be the right fit for you.
We understand the challenges that come with managing mental health, and that's why we are here to offer support. Our Sydney based telehealth psychology practice offers individualised therapy sessions with Registered Psychologists and Clinical Psychologists. Our goal is to provide a safe and confidential space for you to work through life's challenges and find peace of mind. No matter what you're facing, whether it's stress, anxiety, depression, trauma or relationship issues, we're here to listen and help. If you're looking for a convenient and comfortable way to receive therapy, our telehealth services may be the right fit for you.
(02) 4214 4790 View (02) 4214 4790
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Daniel Huang
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
Daniel is a registered counsellor and psychotherapist serving clients in the Greater Sydney area and online Australia-wide. He works from a person-centered foundation that focuses on listening to and following the client’s innate directions. He also draws upon other approaches such as cognitive-behavioural (working with one’s thoughts and behaviours) and psychodynamic (considering the past & relationships) as they are helpful.
Daniel is a registered counsellor and psychotherapist serving clients in the Greater Sydney area and online Australia-wide. He works from a person-centered foundation that focuses on listening to and following the client’s innate directions. He also draws upon other approaches such as cognitive-behavioural (working with one’s thoughts and behaviours) and psychodynamic (considering the past & relationships) as they are helpful.
(02) 4404 4017 View (02) 4404 4017
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Relaxation For Women - Stress Trauma PTSD
Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L3
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
For Women suffering stress, trauma, abuse, PTSD, relationships, intimacy, lifecycle. No matter who you are, where you are from, or what's your story, you are believed, valued, and cared for. Non-judgmental. Flexible client-centered choice of one or more therapies: Counselling, Mindfulness, Meditation, Massage. It's time to give yourself some self-love again. Trauma can be treated in many gentle ways without 'forcing' a flashback. Martin 0414 737 045 Approved Counsellor for NSW Government Victim Services for Female Abuse - Adult and Child.
For Women suffering stress, trauma, abuse, PTSD, relationships, intimacy, lifecycle. No matter who you are, where you are from, or what's your story, you are believed, valued, and cared for. Non-judgmental. Flexible client-centered choice of one or more therapies: Counselling, Mindfulness, Meditation, Massage. It's time to give yourself some self-love again. Trauma can be treated in many gentle ways without 'forcing' a flashback. Martin 0414 737 045 Approved Counsellor for NSW Government Victim Services for Female Abuse - Adult and Child.
(02) 9100 0776 View (02) 9100 0776
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Hongwei Jia
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I draw on CBT, EMDR, Schema Therapy, DBT, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and trauma exposure approaches, matched to what you need, with a focus on real, usable change.
I work with adults, teens, and children who want more than just talking and are ready for insight plus practical steps toward lasting change. I offer therapy in both Mandarin and English. Whether you are a parent worried about a withdrawn child, a professional facing burnout, or someone repeating the same relationship patterns, together we uncover why the struggle persists. Many clients carry trauma, family conflict, or pain that feels stuck, and leave each session with something practical to use.
I draw on CBT, EMDR, Schema Therapy, DBT, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and trauma exposure approaches, matched to what you need, with a focus on real, usable change.
I work with adults, teens, and children who want more than just talking and are ready for insight plus practical steps toward lasting change. I offer therapy in both Mandarin and English. Whether you are a parent worried about a withdrawn child, a professional facing burnout, or someone repeating the same relationship patterns, together we uncover why the struggle persists. Many clients carry trauma, family conflict, or pain that feels stuck, and leave each session with something practical to use.
0478 261 970 View 0478 261 970
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York Hong Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Endorsed
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I predominantly practice through Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and Cognitive Behaviorural Therapy.
Feeling Stressed, Stuck, Worn Down, or Shut Off? Support is available to help navigate stress, burnout, unresolved trauma, difficult family dynamics and emotional overload — even when everything looks “fine” on the outside. I also provide confidential services coaching professionals prepare for interviews, exams and other high stress events such as medical specialisation, fellowship and viva exams. Catering for those with a busy schedule with in person sessions offered on Saturdays in Croydon (Sydney Inner West) or flexibly with telehealth throughout the week. Workcover, CTP and SIRA referrals are also accepted.
I predominantly practice through Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and Cognitive Behaviorural Therapy.
Feeling Stressed, Stuck, Worn Down, or Shut Off? Support is available to help navigate stress, burnout, unresolved trauma, difficult family dynamics and emotional overload — even when everything looks “fine” on the outside. I also provide confidential services coaching professionals prepare for interviews, exams and other high stress events such as medical specialisation, fellowship and viva exams. Catering for those with a busy schedule with in person sessions offered on Saturdays in Croydon (Sydney Inner West) or flexibly with telehealth throughout the week. Workcover, CTP and SIRA referrals are also accepted.
(02) 8105 5213 View (02) 8105 5213
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Lisa Tu
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
I take an integrative, person-centred approach, drawing from a range of therapies such as Humanistic, Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioural (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) and Dialectical Behaviour therapy.
You don’t have to figure things out on your own. I pride myself in building a safe space grounded in culturally inclusive and trauma‑informed practice. Many of the people I work with come from culturally diverse backgrounds. Born in Australia to Chinese-Vietnamese immigrant parents, I have spent most of my life living, studying, and working in South West and Western Sydney. Areas of support: cultural issues (including migrants, refugees and first/second generation Australians) problem gambling (gambling harm to individuals, partners and family members) and adverse childhood experiences (attachment, neglect and complex trauma).
I take an integrative, person-centred approach, drawing from a range of therapies such as Humanistic, Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioural (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) and Dialectical Behaviour therapy.
You don’t have to figure things out on your own. I pride myself in building a safe space grounded in culturally inclusive and trauma‑informed practice. Many of the people I work with come from culturally diverse backgrounds. Born in Australia to Chinese-Vietnamese immigrant parents, I have spent most of my life living, studying, and working in South West and Western Sydney. Areas of support: cultural issues (including migrants, refugees and first/second generation Australians) problem gambling (gambling harm to individuals, partners and family members) and adverse childhood experiences (attachment, neglect and complex trauma).
(02) 7804 4959 View (02) 7804 4959
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Openmind Counselling
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Openmind Counselling boasts a culturally and linguistically diverse team of clinical psychologists, who can provide service in English, Chinese, and Korean. We offer counselling with low cost or bulk billing.
Openmind Counselling boasts a culturally and linguistically diverse team of clinical psychologists, who can provide service in English, Chinese, and Korean. We offer counselling with low cost or bulk billing.
(02) 9538 7198 View (02) 9538 7198
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Mary Capsanis
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I use a blend of therapies depending on a client's needs, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT), Schema Therapy (ST) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).
I'm a Clinical Psychologist who started my practice Introspect Clinical Psychology as I'm passionate about creating a supportive space for people to explore their challenges without judgement. I work with adults (18+), including individuals as well as working with couples. My areas of focus are supporting individuals to improve symptoms of stress, anxiety, depression, as well as supporting those who want to recover from harmful coping behaviours. I have an interest in helping individuals work through the childhood origins of their current difficulties, as well as building coping mechanisms and outlets for their distress.
I use a blend of therapies depending on a client's needs, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT), Schema Therapy (ST) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).
I'm a Clinical Psychologist who started my practice Introspect Clinical Psychology as I'm passionate about creating a supportive space for people to explore their challenges without judgement. I work with adults (18+), including individuals as well as working with couples. My areas of focus are supporting individuals to improve symptoms of stress, anxiety, depression, as well as supporting those who want to recover from harmful coping behaviours. I have an interest in helping individuals work through the childhood origins of their current difficulties, as well as building coping mechanisms and outlets for their distress.
(02) 7804 4751 View (02) 7804 4751
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Divya Prabakrishnan
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
My therapeutic approach involves collaboratively working with clients whilst utilising a combination of therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Hi, my name is Divya, and I am a registered psychologist with a passion to support and empower individuals in their mental health journey. Our past traumas and experiences shape how we view and interact with the world, often influencing our responses and emotions. Without proper support, we may develop unhelpful coping mechanisms, leading to unresolved pain and making life overwhelming. This can manifest as anxiety, depression, interpersonal conflicts, low self-esteem, etc. With these inner-conflicts, seeking to start understanding yourself better and learning to adopt healthier coping skills is a brave step to transform and heal.
My therapeutic approach involves collaboratively working with clients whilst utilising a combination of therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Hi, my name is Divya, and I am a registered psychologist with a passion to support and empower individuals in their mental health journey. Our past traumas and experiences shape how we view and interact with the world, often influencing our responses and emotions. Without proper support, we may develop unhelpful coping mechanisms, leading to unresolved pain and making life overwhelming. This can manifest as anxiety, depression, interpersonal conflicts, low self-esteem, etc. With these inner-conflicts, seeking to start understanding yourself better and learning to adopt healthier coping skills is a brave step to transform and heal.
(02) 8000 1537 View (02) 8000 1537
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Christine Kim Principal Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Many clients come to counselling with a hope. This hope is an opportunity for the clients to change, to become someone they want to be. Using client's strengths, counselling can help them find a new direction in their lives. Christine Kim is a registered psychologist with a passion for, and experience in working with adolescents and adults in educational and clinical settings. For over 10 years, Christine has experience working across a range of psychological issues including depression, anxiety disorders (generalized anxiety, social anxiety and a range of childhood anxiety disorders), bullying and work-related stress issues.
Many clients come to counselling with a hope. This hope is an opportunity for the clients to change, to become someone they want to be. Using client's strengths, counselling can help them find a new direction in their lives. Christine Kim is a registered psychologist with a passion for, and experience in working with adolescents and adults in educational and clinical settings. For over 10 years, Christine has experience working across a range of psychological issues including depression, anxiety disorders (generalized anxiety, social anxiety and a range of childhood anxiety disorders), bullying and work-related stress issues.
(02) 8806 0035 View (02) 8806 0035
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Ashleigh Dina Dakkache
Psychologist, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Ashleigh is a warm and compassionate psychologist who supports individuals navigating a variety of concerns, with a special interest in complex life transitions, including cancer, chronic illness, grief, and late diagnosis ADHD/ASD. She recognises that every individual is unique and tailors treatment to suit each client’s needs, values, and goals, drawing from a range of evidence based approaches. Her approach is both practical and reflective, supporting clients to make sense of difficult thoughts and feelings while building strategies to cope and navigate challenges. She often integrates creative and visual tools in her sessions.
Ashleigh is a warm and compassionate psychologist who supports individuals navigating a variety of concerns, with a special interest in complex life transitions, including cancer, chronic illness, grief, and late diagnosis ADHD/ASD. She recognises that every individual is unique and tailors treatment to suit each client’s needs, values, and goals, drawing from a range of evidence based approaches. Her approach is both practical and reflective, supporting clients to make sense of difficult thoughts and feelings while building strategies to cope and navigate challenges. She often integrates creative and visual tools in her sessions.
(02) 7804 4990 View (02) 7804 4990
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Stuart Lokhee
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
As a prior teacher, I understand kids, and I provide evidence-based therapy tailored to each client’s needs, including EMDR, CBT, ACT, and DBT.
Welcome - I am a Clinical Psychologist providing in-person and telehealth services, with over 25 years of frontline experience as a Police Officer, Detective, and United Nations Peacekeeper. I work with people who are used to carrying responsibility, pushing through stress, and looking after others before themselves. Often, they have spent years managing pressure quietly; work, partners or as fathers, before reaching a point where stress, anxiety, burnout, anger, sleep problems, trauma, or emotional exhaustion begin affecting daily life. I provide a practical global evidence based approach to therapy and a good dose of humour.
As a prior teacher, I understand kids, and I provide evidence-based therapy tailored to each client’s needs, including EMDR, CBT, ACT, and DBT.
Welcome - I am a Clinical Psychologist providing in-person and telehealth services, with over 25 years of frontline experience as a Police Officer, Detective, and United Nations Peacekeeper. I work with people who are used to carrying responsibility, pushing through stress, and looking after others before themselves. Often, they have spent years managing pressure quietly; work, partners or as fathers, before reaching a point where stress, anxiety, burnout, anger, sleep problems, trauma, or emotional exhaustion begin affecting daily life. I provide a practical global evidence based approach to therapy and a good dose of humour.
0452 472 764 View 0452 472 764
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Douglas Owen Williams
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I draw from a number of approaches including: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT) and Schema Therapy.
I work with clients experiencing mood disorders (e.g. Depression or Anxiety) as well as those working on issues of addiction and substance use, trauma and PTSD, and personality disorders.
I draw from a number of approaches including: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT) and Schema Therapy.
I work with clients experiencing mood disorders (e.g. Depression or Anxiety) as well as those working on issues of addiction and substance use, trauma and PTSD, and personality disorders.
(02) 8105 5405 View (02) 8105 5405
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Safari Lee - Sex Therapist and Counsellor
Counsellor, ACA-L3
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello. I'm an accredited psychosexual therapist, relationship therapist, and counsellor. I offer in-person therapy sessions in Annandale, in the Inner West of Sydney, and online and telephone sessions around the world. I am registered with Australian private health insurers. I can support you to manage your anxiety, low mood and loss of direction, whether it has been a recent or long-term experience. I can help you understand changes in your libido and desire, sexual urges and addictions including online porn, sexual services, social media and substance use, understanding fetishes and kinks, and pain and fear of sex and intimacy.
Hello. I'm an accredited psychosexual therapist, relationship therapist, and counsellor. I offer in-person therapy sessions in Annandale, in the Inner West of Sydney, and online and telephone sessions around the world. I am registered with Australian private health insurers. I can support you to manage your anxiety, low mood and loss of direction, whether it has been a recent or long-term experience. I can help you understand changes in your libido and desire, sexual urges and addictions including online porn, sexual services, social media and substance use, understanding fetishes and kinks, and pain and fear of sex and intimacy.
(02) 9100 0930 View (02) 9100 0930
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Nabill Zafir
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
He is skilled in multiple therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy.
Nabill is a passionate and skilled Mental health clinician with studies in Counselling and Mental health. He has experience in a wide range of therapeutic settings including outpatient and inpatient units, using cross-cultural insights to identify problems. His focus is to help his clients reach their potential and support them to transform personal challenges, this is achieved by providing a neutral and non-judgemental safe space. Nabill provides assessment and treatment for a range of issues including mood, anxiety and adjustment disorders, interpersonal difficulties, grief and loss, post traumatic stress and existential concerns.
He is skilled in multiple therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy.
Nabill is a passionate and skilled Mental health clinician with studies in Counselling and Mental health. He has experience in a wide range of therapeutic settings including outpatient and inpatient units, using cross-cultural insights to identify problems. His focus is to help his clients reach their potential and support them to transform personal challenges, this is achieved by providing a neutral and non-judgemental safe space. Nabill provides assessment and treatment for a range of issues including mood, anxiety and adjustment disorders, interpersonal difficulties, grief and loss, post traumatic stress and existential concerns.
(02) 8073 9351 View (02) 8073 9351
Dialectical Behaviour (DBT) Therapists
Who is DBT for?
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.

Why do people need DBT?
The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behaviour and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.

What happens in DBT?
Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behaviour, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.

How long does DBT last?
Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioural change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behaviour; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.