Dialectical Behaviour (DBT) Counselling in Wooloowin, QLD
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Soma & Sage (body and wisdom) was founded by sexologist and relationship counsellor Sage Wilde, to help people with their sexual wellbeing and relationship goals.
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Want better personal and sexual relationships?
Soma & Sage (body and wisdom) was founded by sexologist and relationship counsellor Sage Wilde, to help people with their sexual wellbeing and relationship goals.
Sage works with individuals and couples, providing sex therapy and relationship counselling. She guides and educates people to feel empowered about their personal and sexual relationships.
As a certified sexologist, sex therapist and relationship counsellor, Sage can help you build greater intimacy, deeper connections and stronger relationships.
Sunrise Peak Psychology and Adventure Therapy
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
At Sunrise Peak Psychology, we support adults, adolescents and children seeking meaningful change in their lives. If you feel overwhelmed by difficulties such as anxiety, low mood, emotional dysregulation, trauma, or the impacts of neurosensitivities, we are here to walk beside you in your life journey. Whether navigating life transitions, leadership challenges, or recovering from experiences like post-concussion impacts we can help you feel grounded, connected, and empowered.
At Sunrise Peak Psychology, we support adults, adolescents and children seeking meaningful change in their lives. If you feel overwhelmed by difficulties such as anxiety, low mood, emotional dysregulation, trauma, or the impacts of neurosensitivities, we are here to walk beside you in your life journey. Whether navigating life transitions, leadership challenges, or recovering from experiences like post-concussion impacts we can help you feel grounded, connected, and empowered.
Caitlin - Cathartic Collaborations
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
You may be a late-identified Autistic or ADHD adult, feeling burnt out, overwhelmed, or disconnected after years of masking and misattunement. You’re navigating big questions around identity, self-worth, and how to live in a way that feels authentic and sustainable. You want a therapist who sees the whole of you—not as a diagnosis, but as a complex and creative person. Together, we’ll create a space that honours your neurodivergence, supports your healing, and helps you build a life that fits you.
You may be a late-identified Autistic or ADHD adult, feeling burnt out, overwhelmed, or disconnected after years of masking and misattunement. You’re navigating big questions around identity, self-worth, and how to live in a way that feels authentic and sustainable. You want a therapist who sees the whole of you—not as a diagnosis, but as a complex and creative person. Together, we’ll create a space that honours your neurodivergence, supports your healing, and helps you build a life that fits you.
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I utilize various therapeutic approaches, including the Internal Family System (IFS), Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
My name is Melissa, and I’m a credentialed therapist in Australia with 16 years of professional experience. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of helping clients work through a variety of concerns, including stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, and intimacy-related issues. My approach to therapy is centred on treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I firmly believe in the power of tailoring our sessions to fit your individual needs. My experience extends across a wide range of areas, including addictions, depression, trauma relationship and family issues, self-esteem, and managing stress as a caregiver.
I utilize various therapeutic approaches, including the Internal Family System (IFS), Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
My name is Melissa, and I’m a credentialed therapist in Australia with 16 years of professional experience. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of helping clients work through a variety of concerns, including stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, and intimacy-related issues. My approach to therapy is centred on treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I firmly believe in the power of tailoring our sessions to fit your individual needs. My experience extends across a wide range of areas, including addictions, depression, trauma relationship and family issues, self-esteem, and managing stress as a caregiver.
My approach is collaborative and grounded in evidence-based therapies, including Schema Therapy, Trauma-Informed Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT).
Kylie provides both individual and couples therapy, supporting people through a wide range of life challenges including anxiety, panic, depression, trauma, OCD, grief, and stress-related concerns. Whether someone is navigating a recent life change or living with long-standing mental health difficulties, Kylie offers a safe and collaborative space to explore their experiences and work toward meaningful change.
Her clinical interests also include trauma and abuse recovery, faith-related harm, and relationship difficulties. Her academic work has included published research on coercive control and attachment in intimate relationship
My approach is collaborative and grounded in evidence-based therapies, including Schema Therapy, Trauma-Informed Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT).
Kylie provides both individual and couples therapy, supporting people through a wide range of life challenges including anxiety, panic, depression, trauma, OCD, grief, and stress-related concerns. Whether someone is navigating a recent life change or living with long-standing mental health difficulties, Kylie offers a safe and collaborative space to explore their experiences and work toward meaningful change.
Her clinical interests also include trauma and abuse recovery, faith-related harm, and relationship difficulties. Her academic work has included published research on coercive control and attachment in intimate relationship
I am a Masters trained Gestalt Psychotherapist, trained in evidence based interventions such as ACT, Blue Knot's trauma-informed approach and DBT.
My approach as a psychotherapist is holistic, non-judgemental, trauma informed & deeply relational. I have worked in various roles including mental health counselling, outdoor education teaching, adventure therapy, wilderness rites of passage, & group facilitation for over a decade, supporting adults, young people & families. I bring these diverse experiences into my therapeutic practice to offer a specialised approach to this transformational work.
I am a Masters trained Gestalt Psychotherapist, trained in evidence based interventions such as ACT, Blue Knot's trauma-informed approach and DBT.
My approach as a psychotherapist is holistic, non-judgemental, trauma informed & deeply relational. I have worked in various roles including mental health counselling, outdoor education teaching, adventure therapy, wilderness rites of passage, & group facilitation for over a decade, supporting adults, young people & families. I bring these diverse experiences into my therapeutic practice to offer a specialised approach to this transformational work.
Our approaches can include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Compassion-focused Therapy.
We support those with both moderate and complex needs, including eating disorders, trauma and complex trauma/PTSD, complex mental health, chronic health conditions, adjustment, grief and loss, anxiety and depression. Our psychologists are compassionate and empathic clinicians, working from an attachment, trauma-informed, strengths-based approach, drawing upon a range of evidence-based interventions to tailor therapy and assessment to individual needs.
Our approaches can include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Compassion-focused Therapy.
We support those with both moderate and complex needs, including eating disorders, trauma and complex trauma/PTSD, complex mental health, chronic health conditions, adjustment, grief and loss, anxiety and depression. Our psychologists are compassionate and empathic clinicians, working from an attachment, trauma-informed, strengths-based approach, drawing upon a range of evidence-based interventions to tailor therapy and assessment to individual needs.
Treatment types include ACT, DBT, somatic work, inner child and parts work, Motivational interviewing, harm minimisation and psychoeducation.
If you're feeling weighed down by life's challenges, be it mental health, substance use or other addictions, identity, memories, ongoing stress, or cultural and systemic barriers—you're not alone. Whether you identify as BIPOC, bicultural, third-cultured, or another identity, this is a space where we can work together so your experiences feel heard and understood. Together, we can explore and process your past and/or present struggles—be it addiction, ongoing painful thoughts, generational patterns, discrimination, emotional processing, intense memories or finding your path forward. We work together to create a safe space for you.
Treatment types include ACT, DBT, somatic work, inner child and parts work, Motivational interviewing, harm minimisation and psychoeducation.
If you're feeling weighed down by life's challenges, be it mental health, substance use or other addictions, identity, memories, ongoing stress, or cultural and systemic barriers—you're not alone. Whether you identify as BIPOC, bicultural, third-cultured, or another identity, this is a space where we can work together so your experiences feel heard and understood. Together, we can explore and process your past and/or present struggles—be it addiction, ongoing painful thoughts, generational patterns, discrimination, emotional processing, intense memories or finding your path forward. We work together to create a safe space for you.
We offer:
1 - Therapy for adults of all ages to work through life’s challenges using compassionate and evidence-based strategies (CBT, ACT, DBT & EMDR.)
2 - Assessments for children, adolescents and adults that are comprehensive and include a range of neurodevelopmental conditions (specific learning disorders, autism, ADHD etc.)
3 - Supervision for psychologists that is PsyBA approved.
I have over 25 years experience as a psychologist, with a PhD and masters degrees in both educational and clinical psychology and experience in different educational, hospital and private practice settings.
We offer:
1 - Therapy for adults of all ages to work through life’s challenges using compassionate and evidence-based strategies (CBT, ACT, DBT & EMDR.)
2 - Assessments for children, adolescents and adults that are comprehensive and include a range of neurodevelopmental conditions (specific learning disorders, autism, ADHD etc.)
3 - Supervision for psychologists that is PsyBA approved.
I have over 25 years experience as a psychologist, with a PhD and masters degrees in both educational and clinical psychology and experience in different educational, hospital and private practice settings.
Carol is well versed in various therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and strength-based approaches.
Carol holds a Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology and has been practicing as a registered Psychologist for over 20 years, at various settings including private practice, mental health and community sectors. Carol offers telehealth appointments only, she has expertise in working with depression, anxiety, stress, and is keen to assist adults with general psychological issues and enhance their resilience, but also has multilingual skills, delivers services in English, Chinese ( 说中文, Mandarin and Cantonese), and interest in working with migrants and clients from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Carol is well versed in various therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and strength-based approaches.
Carol holds a Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology and has been practicing as a registered Psychologist for over 20 years, at various settings including private practice, mental health and community sectors. Carol offers telehealth appointments only, she has expertise in working with depression, anxiety, stress, and is keen to assist adults with general psychological issues and enhance their resilience, but also has multilingual skills, delivers services in English, Chinese ( 说中文, Mandarin and Cantonese), and interest in working with migrants and clients from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
I utilise several evidenced-based therapeutic modalities, including; Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy ( DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
I am a registered psychologist who is passionate about providing client centred and trauma informed care in a safe and collaborative therapeutic environment. My approach is warm, engaging, and respectful, and I strive to create an inclusive environment where clients can build confidence to improve their broader well-being. I appreciate that the process of finding a new psychologist and attending your first appointment can be a daunting experience. I provide my new clients with the opportunity to tell their stories in their own words, at their pace, in our calm, welcoming, and comfortable practice environment.
I utilise several evidenced-based therapeutic modalities, including; Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy ( DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
I am a registered psychologist who is passionate about providing client centred and trauma informed care in a safe and collaborative therapeutic environment. My approach is warm, engaging, and respectful, and I strive to create an inclusive environment where clients can build confidence to improve their broader well-being. I appreciate that the process of finding a new psychologist and attending your first appointment can be a daunting experience. I provide my new clients with the opportunity to tell their stories in their own words, at their pace, in our calm, welcoming, and comfortable practice environment.
As a registered psychologist, she can apply several approaches (EMDR, CBT, DBT, ACT) to help your recovery.
Eleasa Pearce has extensive experience counselling clients and can help you if you’re experiencing: Anxiety Panic Attacks Phobias (Fear of specific things / situations) Trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Early childhood trauma Depression Relationship issues / counselling and interpersonal issues Eco anxiety and client grief Values exploration Burnout Workplace stress and career change Communication skills Grief and loss Chronic pain Stress-related conditions Coaching Anger Management Sleep difficulties Medicare, Private Health Insurers, NDIS, TAC and WorkCover Psychologist Reports. EMDR Specialist.
As a registered psychologist, she can apply several approaches (EMDR, CBT, DBT, ACT) to help your recovery.
Eleasa Pearce has extensive experience counselling clients and can help you if you’re experiencing: Anxiety Panic Attacks Phobias (Fear of specific things / situations) Trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Early childhood trauma Depression Relationship issues / counselling and interpersonal issues Eco anxiety and client grief Values exploration Burnout Workplace stress and career change Communication skills Grief and loss Chronic pain Stress-related conditions Coaching Anger Management Sleep difficulties Medicare, Private Health Insurers, NDIS, TAC and WorkCover Psychologist Reports. EMDR Specialist.
I draw from a number of different evidence-based therapeutic modalities, including CBT, ACT, CFT, and DBT.
I am a clinical psychologist with almost 10 years’ experience working across various settings including private practice and forensic settings. I work with adults and adolescents (14+) across two locations at the same private practice in Brisbane – Eight Mile Plains and Bardon. I also see many clients via telehealth (video).
My interest areas are:
• Neurodiversity, particularly late identified ADHD & autism
• Self-esteem and confidence
• Stress and burnout
• Anxiety, panic, & perfectionism
• Emotion regulation
• Interpersonal and relationship difficulties
• Adjustment difficulties
• Fertility, perinatal, and parenting support
I draw from a number of different evidence-based therapeutic modalities, including CBT, ACT, CFT, and DBT.
I am a clinical psychologist with almost 10 years’ experience working across various settings including private practice and forensic settings. I work with adults and adolescents (14+) across two locations at the same private practice in Brisbane – Eight Mile Plains and Bardon. I also see many clients via telehealth (video).
My interest areas are:
• Neurodiversity, particularly late identified ADHD & autism
• Self-esteem and confidence
• Stress and burnout
• Anxiety, panic, & perfectionism
• Emotion regulation
• Interpersonal and relationship difficulties
• Adjustment difficulties
• Fertility, perinatal, and parenting support
Raeleen provides therapy based on the concepts of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, & Acceptance & Commitment Therapy.
Raeleen Hind is a General Psychologist and has worked in disability and mental health services for 4 years. Raeleen has worked with kids, teens, and adults and her decision regarding the type of therapy to provide clients is always based on individual needs and preferences. Her approach is non-judgmental, empathetic, and educational. "In the past I have struggled with mental health problems and can relate to the challenge of navigating obligations/responsibilities while struggling with mental illness."
Raeleen provides therapy based on the concepts of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, & Acceptance & Commitment Therapy.
Raeleen Hind is a General Psychologist and has worked in disability and mental health services for 4 years. Raeleen has worked with kids, teens, and adults and her decision regarding the type of therapy to provide clients is always based on individual needs and preferences. Her approach is non-judgmental, empathetic, and educational. "In the past I have struggled with mental health problems and can relate to the challenge of navigating obligations/responsibilities while struggling with mental illness."
We offer various therapies including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), EMDR, Schema Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy ( DBT), the Gottman Method, Nonviolent Communication (NVC) mediation, and Emotion Focussed Couples Therapy.
We offer strategies and therapies for anxiety, depression, addiction, ASD and ADHD in teens and adults and relationships counselling.
We offer various therapies including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), EMDR, Schema Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy ( DBT), the Gottman Method, Nonviolent Communication (NVC) mediation, and Emotion Focussed Couples Therapy.
We offer strategies and therapies for anxiety, depression, addiction, ASD and ADHD in teens and adults and relationships counselling.
She has extensive experience utilising evidence based psychological approaches including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Play Therapy and Mindfulness.
Maria is a passionate Registered Psychologist who provides a safe and validating environment to children, adolescents and adults with a broad range of presentations including Depression, Anxiety, Personality Disorders including BPD, trauma, PTSD, Autism, ADHD, grief and bereavement, relationship difficulties, parental burnout and low self-esteem. Drawing from personal experience, Maria knows first hand how daunting seeking help can be. Thus, she strives to create a comfortable and welcoming environment to ensure all clients feel at home and can safely begin their journey to better understand themselves.
She has extensive experience utilising evidence based psychological approaches including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Play Therapy and Mindfulness.
Maria is a passionate Registered Psychologist who provides a safe and validating environment to children, adolescents and adults with a broad range of presentations including Depression, Anxiety, Personality Disorders including BPD, trauma, PTSD, Autism, ADHD, grief and bereavement, relationship difficulties, parental burnout and low self-esteem. Drawing from personal experience, Maria knows first hand how daunting seeking help can be. Thus, she strives to create a comfortable and welcoming environment to ensure all clients feel at home and can safely begin their journey to better understand themselves.
Angela uses a range of therapeutic modalities such as schema, psychodynamic, ACT, DBT, CBT, narrative, transpersonal, and mindfulness-based therapies.
Angela is an Australian registered Psychologist. She has a degree in Psychological Science with honours as well as a degree in Commerce. She has also completed a Master of Clinical Psychology. Angela is a well-rounded psychologist and enjoys working with children, adolescents, individuals with disabilities and adults. She takes a holistic and evidence-based approach and can develop strong therapeutic relationships with individuals from all walks of life.
Angela uses a range of therapeutic modalities such as schema, psychodynamic, ACT, DBT, CBT, narrative, transpersonal, and mindfulness-based therapies.
Angela is an Australian registered Psychologist. She has a degree in Psychological Science with honours as well as a degree in Commerce. She has also completed a Master of Clinical Psychology. Angela is a well-rounded psychologist and enjoys working with children, adolescents, individuals with disabilities and adults. She takes a holistic and evidence-based approach and can develop strong therapeutic relationships with individuals from all walks of life.
I practice primarily from Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT) frameworks.
On Leave until 09/07/25. I work with people experiencing various psychological difficulties including anxiety and depression, trauma, PTSD, grief and loss, difficulty coping with emotions, overwhelming stress, and managing chronic illness. I also have a special interest in working with the psychological aspects of people experiencing Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD - Crohn's and Ulcerative Colitis), Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), and pain. I work with individuals in a non-judgemental, warm, enthusiastic, and collaborative manner to assist them with achieving their therapeutic goals and help them live valued and meaningful lives.
I practice primarily from Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT) frameworks.
On Leave until 09/07/25. I work with people experiencing various psychological difficulties including anxiety and depression, trauma, PTSD, grief and loss, difficulty coping with emotions, overwhelming stress, and managing chronic illness. I also have a special interest in working with the psychological aspects of people experiencing Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD - Crohn's and Ulcerative Colitis), Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), and pain. I work with individuals in a non-judgemental, warm, enthusiastic, and collaborative manner to assist them with achieving their therapeutic goals and help them live valued and meaningful lives.
Jess is trained in: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT), Solution Focused Therapy and Psychoeducation
Jess moved into private practice in 2021, prior to private practice Jess worked in a therapeutic capacity with adolescents in the child protection system, helping vulnerable young people understand trauma, develop coping skills and delivering psychoeducation. Jess is committed to building a safe, non-judgment space for her clients. Her main areas of interest include: Perinatal mental health, Anxiety disorders, Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), Trauma, Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Depression and Grief and Loss.
Jess is trained in: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT), Solution Focused Therapy and Psychoeducation
Jess moved into private practice in 2021, prior to private practice Jess worked in a therapeutic capacity with adolescents in the child protection system, helping vulnerable young people understand trauma, develop coping skills and delivering psychoeducation. Jess is committed to building a safe, non-judgment space for her clients. Her main areas of interest include: Perinatal mental health, Anxiety disorders, Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), Trauma, Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Depression and Grief and Loss.
From CBT to ACT, EMDR, DBT, Medicine-Assisted Therapy - our clinicians can support you.
At Conscious Mind Centre in Coomera, we understand the weight of trauma and PTSD. Our experienced psychologists offer innovative, evidence-based treatments tailored to adults aged 18 and over. We specialise in trauma-informed care, helping you build resilience and reclaim your life.
As pioneers in psychedelic support services on the Gold Coast and Queensland, we provide comprehensive preparation and integration therapy. With an emphasis on harm reduction and post-challenging experiences integration support. Our goal is to create a safe, judgment-free space where you can explore new pathways to healing.
From CBT to ACT, EMDR, DBT, Medicine-Assisted Therapy - our clinicians can support you.
At Conscious Mind Centre in Coomera, we understand the weight of trauma and PTSD. Our experienced psychologists offer innovative, evidence-based treatments tailored to adults aged 18 and over. We specialise in trauma-informed care, helping you build resilience and reclaim your life.
As pioneers in psychedelic support services on the Gold Coast and Queensland, we provide comprehensive preparation and integration therapy. With an emphasis on harm reduction and post-challenging experiences integration support. Our goal is to create a safe, judgment-free space where you can explore new pathways to healing.
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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.