Dialectical Behaviour (DBT) Psychologists and Therapists in Carnegie, VIC

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Amy Redman Psychology - EMDR/ Trauma Psychologist
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
I utilises a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT) and Motivational Interviewing and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Hi I'm Amy, I am a Counselling Psychologist. I create a friendly, supportive and non judgemental environment and enjoy working with adolescents, young adults and adults. My therapeutic approach is client centred, where client's goals, interest and preferences guide treatment. I am passionate about working collaboratively with clients to identify and achieve their goals and improve their overall well-being and experience of life’s many challenges.
I utilises a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT) and Motivational Interviewing and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Hi I'm Amy, I am a Counselling Psychologist. I create a friendly, supportive and non judgemental environment and enjoy working with adolescents, young adults and adults. My therapeutic approach is client centred, where client's goals, interest and preferences guide treatment. I am passionate about working collaboratively with clients to identify and achieve their goals and improve their overall well-being and experience of life’s many challenges.
0444 572 251 View 0444 572 251
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Dr Maddy Fernando
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I draw on ACT, DBT, CFT, EMDR, and gentle body-based approaches like vagus nerve yoga to support regulation and healing, especially after complex trauma.
Hi, I’m Maddy—a senior clinical psychologist helping children, young people, and adults create lives that feel steadier, more connected, and more fulfilling. With younger clients, I use playful, creative approaches to make therapy engaging; with adults, our work is reflective, practical, and empowering. I help with common challenges like anxiety, low mood, stress, and adjusting to major life changes, as well as more complex concerns including trauma recovery, navigating neurodivergence (i.e ADHD, autism), borderline personality disorder, eating disorders, and obsessive or compulsive behaviours—focusing on meaningful, lasting change.
I draw on ACT, DBT, CFT, EMDR, and gentle body-based approaches like vagus nerve yoga to support regulation and healing, especially after complex trauma.
Hi, I’m Maddy—a senior clinical psychologist helping children, young people, and adults create lives that feel steadier, more connected, and more fulfilling. With younger clients, I use playful, creative approaches to make therapy engaging; with adults, our work is reflective, practical, and empowering. I help with common challenges like anxiety, low mood, stress, and adjusting to major life changes, as well as more complex concerns including trauma recovery, navigating neurodivergence (i.e ADHD, autism), borderline personality disorder, eating disorders, and obsessive or compulsive behaviours—focusing on meaningful, lasting change.
0426 415 617 View 0426 415 617
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Karen Goldschlager
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Online Only
My background spans inpatient DBT, physical rehab, and eating disorder research.
I work with adults seeking to cultivate inner safety, empowerment, and healing through curiosity and connection. I have a particular interest in supporting fellow healthcare and frontline workers, as well as those impacted by recent traumatic events. By providing a warm, trauma-informed space (via telehealth), I help clients process high-stress experiences, restore balance, and reclaim personal power.
My background spans inpatient DBT, physical rehab, and eating disorder research.
I work with adults seeking to cultivate inner safety, empowerment, and healing through curiosity and connection. I have a particular interest in supporting fellow healthcare and frontline workers, as well as those impacted by recent traumatic events. By providing a warm, trauma-informed space (via telehealth), I help clients process high-stress experiences, restore balance, and reclaim personal power.
0429 956 578 View 0429 956 578
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Dimity Cowell
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Dimity is a warm and collaborative psychologist who is passionate about supporting children, adolescents, and their families. She has worked across community organisations, public mental health, and schools, and brings a gentle, neuro-affirming approach to all her therapeutic work. Dimity is experienced in supporting young people with trauma histories, low mood, anxiety, school refusal, eating and feeding challenges, and a wide range of behavioural and emotional differences.
Dimity is a warm and collaborative psychologist who is passionate about supporting children, adolescents, and their families. She has worked across community organisations, public mental health, and schools, and brings a gentle, neuro-affirming approach to all her therapeutic work. Dimity is experienced in supporting young people with trauma histories, low mood, anxiety, school refusal, eating and feeding challenges, and a wide range of behavioural and emotional differences.
(03) 7500 5306 View (03) 7500 5306
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Lital Fee
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Drawing on a strong foundation in evidence-based therapies, Lital integrates Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT), Schema Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) into her practice.
Lital is a dedicated and experienced Psychotherapist with a compassionate, client-centred approach to therapy. She provides a safe and supportive space where individuals feel genuinely heard and respected. Lital has extensive experience working with a wide range of mental health challenges, including trauma, borderline personality disorder (BPD), adult ADHD, anxiety and emotionally dysregulated or challenging behaviours. Her special area of interest is supporting clients with a history to substance misuse and addictions.
Drawing on a strong foundation in evidence-based therapies, Lital integrates Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT), Schema Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) into her practice.
Lital is a dedicated and experienced Psychotherapist with a compassionate, client-centred approach to therapy. She provides a safe and supportive space where individuals feel genuinely heard and respected. Lital has extensive experience working with a wide range of mental health challenges, including trauma, borderline personality disorder (BPD), adult ADHD, anxiety and emotionally dysregulated or challenging behaviours. Her special area of interest is supporting clients with a history to substance misuse and addictions.
(03) 9111 5330 View (03) 9111 5330
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Dr Madeleine Brygel
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I am a registered psychologist with a doctorate in clinical and forensic psychology. I also lecture part-time at Monash University.
I am a registered psychologist with a doctorate in clinical and forensic psychology. I also lecture part-time at Monash University.
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Deborah Cameron
Psychotherapist, MC, PACFA
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
You may be seeking support through individual therapy or by joining a small supportive group where you can feel safe, understood, and accepted. For some, this includes healing from trauma related to sexual violence, incest, or other forms of sexual, physical, or psychological abuse, which may still shape how safe the world and relationships feel. You may also be neurodivergent—living with ADHD, autism, OCD, or dyslexia—or navigating anxiety, depression, or bipolar disorder and feeling misunderstood or exhausted from trying to meet expectations that do not align with who you truly are and needing a safe and confidential place.
You may be seeking support through individual therapy or by joining a small supportive group where you can feel safe, understood, and accepted. For some, this includes healing from trauma related to sexual violence, incest, or other forms of sexual, physical, or psychological abuse, which may still shape how safe the world and relationships feel. You may also be neurodivergent—living with ADHD, autism, OCD, or dyslexia—or navigating anxiety, depression, or bipolar disorder and feeling misunderstood or exhausted from trying to meet expectations that do not align with who you truly are and needing a safe and confidential place.
(03) 7003 2799 View (03) 7003 2799

More Therapists Nearby

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Louise Wilson Clinical Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Brunswick, VIC 3056
Louise works from an integrative, trauma-informed framework that blends EMDR, schema therapy, DBT, MBT, and polyvagal approaches.
Louise Wilson is a trauma-informed clinical psychologist who offers evidence-based, compassionate care for individuals navigating life’s more complex emotional experiences. Her practice is guided by warmth, respect, and authenticity, providing a therapeutic space where people feel safe to explore, understand, and heal. Louise is deeply committed to the belief that meaningful change occurs through both scientific understanding and human connection. Her approach is collaborative and transparent — grounded in psychological science, yet deeply attuned to each person’s story, history, and nervous system.
Louise works from an integrative, trauma-informed framework that blends EMDR, schema therapy, DBT, MBT, and polyvagal approaches.
Louise Wilson is a trauma-informed clinical psychologist who offers evidence-based, compassionate care for individuals navigating life’s more complex emotional experiences. Her practice is guided by warmth, respect, and authenticity, providing a therapeutic space where people feel safe to explore, understand, and heal. Louise is deeply committed to the belief that meaningful change occurs through both scientific understanding and human connection. Her approach is collaborative and transparent — grounded in psychological science, yet deeply attuned to each person’s story, history, and nervous system.
0410 658 788 View 0410 658 788
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Rodney Walsh
Psychologist, MPsych, MACPA
Ringwood East, VIC 3135
Rodney is an experienced Clinical Psychologist who has been providing help to Ringwood and the surrounding community since 2015. He is a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS), and a Fellow of the APS Clinical College, as well as a member of the Australian Clinical Psychology Association (ACPA).
Rodney is an experienced Clinical Psychologist who has been providing help to Ringwood and the surrounding community since 2015. He is a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS), and a Fellow of the APS Clinical College, as well as a member of the Australian Clinical Psychology Association (ACPA).
(03) 6144 6129 View (03) 6144 6129
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Darren Perry
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Online Only
Darren likes to employ an integrative approach to therapy, and uses a number of different psychological techniques, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness, Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, ACT, Schema Therapy, and DBT, to take into account the individual differences of each client and their preferences for therapy.
Darren has completed a Masters of Professional Psychology, is a registered psychologist with AHPRA and a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS). If you have been struggling with your mental health, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Darren likes to employ an integrative approach to therapy, and uses a number of different psychological techniques, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness, Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, ACT, Schema Therapy, and DBT, to take into account the individual differences of each client and their preferences for therapy.
Darren has completed a Masters of Professional Psychology, is a registered psychologist with AHPRA and a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS). If you have been struggling with your mental health, please do not hesitate to reach out.
(03) 8203 5754 View (03) 8203 5754
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Chaille Bos
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Frankston, VIC 3199
Hello! I’m Chaille (Shay). I’ve spent most of the last decade living and working overseas away from friends and family, this taught me that there is nothing better than having a person who is your home and who will support you no matter what. I am very analytic and straight forward, but I’m also endlessly compassionate. More than anything, I want you to feel comfortable and safe when working with me. ​As a counsellor, my focus is on increasing quality of life. I help clients process their experiences in an environment of respect, help them feel heard, safe and validated. I offer evidence-based counselling for individuals and couples
Hello! I’m Chaille (Shay). I’ve spent most of the last decade living and working overseas away from friends and family, this taught me that there is nothing better than having a person who is your home and who will support you no matter what. I am very analytic and straight forward, but I’m also endlessly compassionate. More than anything, I want you to feel comfortable and safe when working with me. ​As a counsellor, my focus is on increasing quality of life. I help clients process their experiences in an environment of respect, help them feel heard, safe and validated. I offer evidence-based counselling for individuals and couples
(03) 5907 1314 View (03) 5907 1314
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Jelanne Khafaga
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Frankston, VIC 3199
Jay draws on a range of evidence-based approaches including CBT, ACT, DBT, interpersonal therapy, solution-focused therapy, strengths-based approaches, and mindfulness.
Jelanne (Jay) is a registered psychologist who works with adolescents and adults across a range of settings, including private practice, schools, and community mental health. She has experience supporting people with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, school refusal, self-harm and suicidal thoughts, stress, self-esteem difficulties, and challenges within family relationships. Jay has a special interest in working with trauma, mood-related concerns, and supporting individuals who have experienced domestic violence or assault.
Jay draws on a range of evidence-based approaches including CBT, ACT, DBT, interpersonal therapy, solution-focused therapy, strengths-based approaches, and mindfulness.
Jelanne (Jay) is a registered psychologist who works with adolescents and adults across a range of settings, including private practice, schools, and community mental health. She has experience supporting people with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, school refusal, self-harm and suicidal thoughts, stress, self-esteem difficulties, and challenges within family relationships. Jay has a special interest in working with trauma, mood-related concerns, and supporting individuals who have experienced domestic violence or assault.
(03) 5910 7480 View (03) 5910 7480
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Ana Romero
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Carlton North, VIC 3054
Hi, I'm Ana, a psychologist who is dedicated to helping you become the best version of yourself and reach your full potential. My areas of focus are trauma, anxiety, ADHD, eating disorders and Borderline personality disorder. I draw on 17 years of experience in psychology to provide bespoke and engaging therapeutic experience underpinned by Schema Therapy, Eye Movement Sensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), mindfulness and self compassion based approaches. Initially, my goal is to bring symptom relief from stress, anxiety, or traumatic symptoms before we embark on deeper work to create long-term change.
Hi, I'm Ana, a psychologist who is dedicated to helping you become the best version of yourself and reach your full potential. My areas of focus are trauma, anxiety, ADHD, eating disorders and Borderline personality disorder. I draw on 17 years of experience in psychology to provide bespoke and engaging therapeutic experience underpinned by Schema Therapy, Eye Movement Sensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), mindfulness and self compassion based approaches. Initially, my goal is to bring symptom relief from stress, anxiety, or traumatic symptoms before we embark on deeper work to create long-term change.
(03) 7003 2727 View (03) 7003 2727
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Elizabeth Seares
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Windsor, VIC 3181
My approach is grounded in evidence-based strategies like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and I also draw from other modalities such as ACT, DBT, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and schema therapy.
In my practice as a clinical psychologist, I have a warm and relaxed therapeutic style. I aim to create a space where you feel at-ease and understood. I’m curious about your experiences and what makes you, you. I will meet you wherever you’re at, and we’ll collaborate to understand the beliefs, or patterns that might be holding you back. Together, we’ll find ways to help you live a more fulfilling life, or even just reflect and learn more about yourself, and hopefully incorporate some humour along the way.
My approach is grounded in evidence-based strategies like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and I also draw from other modalities such as ACT, DBT, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and schema therapy.
In my practice as a clinical psychologist, I have a warm and relaxed therapeutic style. I aim to create a space where you feel at-ease and understood. I’m curious about your experiences and what makes you, you. I will meet you wherever you’re at, and we’ll collaborate to understand the beliefs, or patterns that might be holding you back. Together, we’ll find ways to help you live a more fulfilling life, or even just reflect and learn more about yourself, and hopefully incorporate some humour along the way.
(03) 7036 8795 View (03) 7036 8795
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Rachel Burchell
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Brighton East, VIC 3187
With experience in CBT, ACT, DBT, Schema Therapy and mindfulness techniques, I work collaboratively with clients to create lasting change.
I work with adults facing a range of challenges including adjusting to life changes, anxiety, career transitions, chronic illness, depression, grief, parenting struggles, relationship difficulties, self-esteem issues and substance use. I support clients in managing stress, worry, and mood disorders, helping them regain control and well-being. I have a special interest in supporting parents, including those navigating the transition to parenthood. As a trained Circle of Security Parent Educator, I apply attachment-based strategies to help parents attune to their children’s emotional needs, fostering secure, nurturing relationships.
With experience in CBT, ACT, DBT, Schema Therapy and mindfulness techniques, I work collaboratively with clients to create lasting change.
I work with adults facing a range of challenges including adjusting to life changes, anxiety, career transitions, chronic illness, depression, grief, parenting struggles, relationship difficulties, self-esteem issues and substance use. I support clients in managing stress, worry, and mood disorders, helping them regain control and well-being. I have a special interest in supporting parents, including those navigating the transition to parenthood. As a trained Circle of Security Parent Educator, I apply attachment-based strategies to help parents attune to their children’s emotional needs, fostering secure, nurturing relationships.
0416 261 825 View 0416 261 825
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Ashley Aiello
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Thornbury, VIC 3071
My name is Ashley, and I’m a registered general and sexual health psychologist. I provide psychological therapy for adults aged 21+. My key areas of practice are: Supporting neurodivergent experiences Sexual wellbeing and intimacy Affirming care for LGBTQIA+ and gender diverse clients I pride myself on being a psychologist that people feel genuinely at ease with, and comfortable to talk to. I consider it a privilege to be the space where people can speak openly about their lives, and I create the conditions in sessions for authentic self-expression and meaningful growth.
My name is Ashley, and I’m a registered general and sexual health psychologist. I provide psychological therapy for adults aged 21+. My key areas of practice are: Supporting neurodivergent experiences Sexual wellbeing and intimacy Affirming care for LGBTQIA+ and gender diverse clients I pride myself on being a psychologist that people feel genuinely at ease with, and comfortable to talk to. I consider it a privilege to be the space where people can speak openly about their lives, and I create the conditions in sessions for authentic self-expression and meaningful growth.
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Killian Grogan
Counsellor, PACFA
Serves Area
Relationships difficult? Feeling lonely or lost? Tired of feeling less than? You need compassion and understanding, not another set of instructions that work for others. Therapy can help you change how you feel, live your potential and move on from past experiences. It can be difficult to find a space to reflect and I offer a secure, non-judgemental, confidential environment, where together we can find that space. I am very patient and understand that taking that first step towards counselling, and beginning to make changes can be very difficult and I'll do my very best to support you. PACFA, BACP & ACTO Memberships.
Relationships difficult? Feeling lonely or lost? Tired of feeling less than? You need compassion and understanding, not another set of instructions that work for others. Therapy can help you change how you feel, live your potential and move on from past experiences. It can be difficult to find a space to reflect and I offer a secure, non-judgemental, confidential environment, where together we can find that space. I am very patient and understand that taking that first step towards counselling, and beginning to make changes can be very difficult and I'll do my very best to support you. PACFA, BACP & ACTO Memberships.
(03) 6163 7523 View (03) 6163 7523
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Jacqui Readett
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Serves Area
What does your perfect day look like? Waking from a good sleep, with energy and with less worry? Enjoying being with friends? I offer over 20 years clinical experience delivering a range of therapeutic, evidence-based interventions helping people to achieve their goals. I use a holistic approach to resolve complex, severe, and persistent mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, phobias, trauma, neurodivergence, chronic pain, and grief and loss. Family therapy: I help individuals, couples, and families navigate complex relationship dynamics. I am AASW qualified and experienced in providing clinical supervision.
What does your perfect day look like? Waking from a good sleep, with energy and with less worry? Enjoying being with friends? I offer over 20 years clinical experience delivering a range of therapeutic, evidence-based interventions helping people to achieve their goals. I use a holistic approach to resolve complex, severe, and persistent mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, phobias, trauma, neurodivergence, chronic pain, and grief and loss. Family therapy: I help individuals, couples, and families navigate complex relationship dynamics. I am AASW qualified and experienced in providing clinical supervision.
(07) 2100 4658 View (07) 2100 4658
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Transformative Therapy Australia
Psychotherapist, MA
Serves Area
Hi, I am James. If you are a young person or man concerned about yourself or a loved one I can help. The young people I have helped came to me suffering from anxiety, depression, relationship issues, domestic violence, OCD and ADHD tendencies and low self-esteem. The men I have helped came to me suffering from the effects of domestic violence used against them, relationship issues, grief, trauma, life crisises and a loss of purpose. When you see me you can expect to truly feel heard, gain helpful insights and perspectives that reduce your suffering and learn strategies that help you manage your wellbeing. Call me today to book.
Hi, I am James. If you are a young person or man concerned about yourself or a loved one I can help. The young people I have helped came to me suffering from anxiety, depression, relationship issues, domestic violence, OCD and ADHD tendencies and low self-esteem. The men I have helped came to me suffering from the effects of domestic violence used against them, relationship issues, grief, trauma, life crisises and a loss of purpose. When you see me you can expect to truly feel heard, gain helpful insights and perspectives that reduce your suffering and learn strategies that help you manage your wellbeing. Call me today to book.
(02) 5503 9202 View (02) 5503 9202
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Erin Prater
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Croydon North, VIC 3136
Services Offered: General Counselling, Carer and Workplace Wellbeing, Trauma/Abuse Recovery. Registered Counsellor with lived experience, Clinical Complex Trauma Professional, Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician, and Carer Gateway approved. By strengthening your mind body connection, present moment orientation, emotional regulation, communication and problem-solving skills, you will regulate symptoms, improve relationships, meet challenges, and achieve goals. Together we explore, daily functioning, stress and coping, relationship concerns, decision making challenges, impacts of past significant experiences, and more.
Services Offered: General Counselling, Carer and Workplace Wellbeing, Trauma/Abuse Recovery. Registered Counsellor with lived experience, Clinical Complex Trauma Professional, Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician, and Carer Gateway approved. By strengthening your mind body connection, present moment orientation, emotional regulation, communication and problem-solving skills, you will regulate symptoms, improve relationships, meet challenges, and achieve goals. Together we explore, daily functioning, stress and coping, relationship concerns, decision making challenges, impacts of past significant experiences, and more.
(03) 8771 5669 View (03) 8771 5669
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.