Dialectical Behaviour (DBT) Counselling in Sheffield

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Paul A Green
Counsellor, MBACP
Therapeutic services ranges from DBT,Complex trauma, Behavioural therapy- Anxiety, Depression, Anger management, Abuse, Inner child trauma therapy, Couples and relationship counselling, Substance and Addiction abuse, Christian counselling or Spiritual and Holistic Care.
My role, as a psychodynamic therapist, is to provide an environment that is confidential and safe. This is why I do what I do. I provide an outside perspective to help you understand how your past influences present behaviours; your use of defences to avoid reality and awareness of how unconscious reoccurrence operates in your life. With your assistance my aim is to develop different strategies in making better choices to existing problems and explore beliefs of past feelings, memories. This doesn’t mean all your life is broken, but certain grey areas compromising the relationships you’re having with self and others.
Therapeutic services ranges from DBT,Complex trauma, Behavioural therapy- Anxiety, Depression, Anger management, Abuse, Inner child trauma therapy, Couples and relationship counselling, Substance and Addiction abuse, Christian counselling or Spiritual and Holistic Care.
My role, as a psychodynamic therapist, is to provide an environment that is confidential and safe. This is why I do what I do. I provide an outside perspective to help you understand how your past influences present behaviours; your use of defences to avoid reality and awareness of how unconscious reoccurrence operates in your life. With your assistance my aim is to develop different strategies in making better choices to existing problems and explore beliefs of past feelings, memories. This doesn’t mean all your life is broken, but certain grey areas compromising the relationships you’re having with self and others.
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Dr Anna Maciak
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Online Only
I have worked in the NHS for over 8 years and as a qualified Counselling Psychologist since 2023 I use a range of approaches (including Psychodynamic, EMDR, CFT, ACT, CBT and DBT).
Hello and Welcome! My name is Anna, and I am an HCPC-registered Counselling Psychologist specialising in working with individuals affected by cancer, chronic illness, and trauma. I offer weekly online sessions tailored to your unique needs, in both Polish and English. I believe strongly in the connection between physical health and mental well-being. If you’re dealing with pain or health-related concerns, I understand how deeply these issues can impact your emotional state. I also work with individuals experiencing burnout, work-related stress, and those navigating the complexities of living as an expat.
I have worked in the NHS for over 8 years and as a qualified Counselling Psychologist since 2023 I use a range of approaches (including Psychodynamic, EMDR, CFT, ACT, CBT and DBT).
Hello and Welcome! My name is Anna, and I am an HCPC-registered Counselling Psychologist specialising in working with individuals affected by cancer, chronic illness, and trauma. I offer weekly online sessions tailored to your unique needs, in both Polish and English. I believe strongly in the connection between physical health and mental well-being. If you’re dealing with pain or health-related concerns, I understand how deeply these issues can impact your emotional state. I also work with individuals experiencing burnout, work-related stress, and those navigating the complexities of living as an expat.
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Dr Georgie Burnett
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
I have completed training in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT) and a further 2-year training in Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT).
I offer assessment and therapy; opportunities to support someone in making sense of their experiences such as low mood, trauma, low self-esteem, eating concerns, anxiety and difficulties in relationships.
I have completed training in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT) and a further 2-year training in Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT).
I offer assessment and therapy; opportunities to support someone in making sense of their experiences such as low mood, trauma, low self-esteem, eating concerns, anxiety and difficulties in relationships.
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Led Therapies Psychology
Psychologist, GMBPsS
Are you tired of the impact anxiety and/or depression has on your life? Is executive dysfunctioning causing you stress? Do you want to understand yourself and your needs more? I am a Neurodivergent Developmental Psychologist specialising in ADHD/ASC working with pre/teenagers and adults who are looking to develop a better understanding of how to manage and work towards overcoming their challenges. I also can support you by writing recommendations to work/school/college/etc to ensure your individual, inclusive needs are met. I can signpost you to assessment services for ADHD/ASC.
Are you tired of the impact anxiety and/or depression has on your life? Is executive dysfunctioning causing you stress? Do you want to understand yourself and your needs more? I am a Neurodivergent Developmental Psychologist specialising in ADHD/ASC working with pre/teenagers and adults who are looking to develop a better understanding of how to manage and work towards overcoming their challenges. I also can support you by writing recommendations to work/school/college/etc to ensure your individual, inclusive needs are met. I can signpost you to assessment services for ADHD/ASC.
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Eva Horton
Psychotherapist, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Hi, I'm Eva. Every person’s journey is unique. Therapy can be a meaningful part of your journey to explore what's happening for you and help you move towards a more fulfilling and grounded life. I work with people who may be struggling emotionally, feeling overwhelmed, or wanting to better understand themselves and their story.
Hi, I'm Eva. Every person’s journey is unique. Therapy can be a meaningful part of your journey to explore what's happening for you and help you move towards a more fulfilling and grounded life. I work with people who may be struggling emotionally, feeling overwhelmed, or wanting to better understand themselves and their story.
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Dr Samuel Newton
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Hello, I am Dr Samuel Newton, I am a Clinical Psychologist & CBT Therapist. I work with adults experiencing depression, anxiety disorders (including trauma/PTSD), as well as everyday emotional struggles that affect work, relationships or wellbeing. I welcome people with mild to moderate difficulties & others who have long-standing or complex mental health problems. They may feel overwhelmed, stuck, emotionally drained or unsure why previous support hasn’t helped. They are seeking practical tools, deeper understanding, and effective therapy that is empathetic, psychologically evidence based and tailored to their individual needs.
Hello, I am Dr Samuel Newton, I am a Clinical Psychologist & CBT Therapist. I work with adults experiencing depression, anxiety disorders (including trauma/PTSD), as well as everyday emotional struggles that affect work, relationships or wellbeing. I welcome people with mild to moderate difficulties & others who have long-standing or complex mental health problems. They may feel overwhelmed, stuck, emotionally drained or unsure why previous support hasn’t helped. They are seeking practical tools, deeper understanding, and effective therapy that is empathetic, psychologically evidence based and tailored to their individual needs.
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Helen Andrusca
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Thank you for taking time to look at my poffile. The first step towards seeking therapy might be challenging but please see it as a courageous decision. If you are looking about navigating a specific challenge or seeking a long-term change and take the transformative experience in a calm, safe space, non-judgemental and supportive environment to explore difficulties and experiences you are welcome to work collaboratively. Find a profound sense of inner balance by equipping you with the needed skills and reaching into the rich resources within you body, mental, emotional and spiritual
Thank you for taking time to look at my poffile. The first step towards seeking therapy might be challenging but please see it as a courageous decision. If you are looking about navigating a specific challenge or seeking a long-term change and take the transformative experience in a calm, safe space, non-judgemental and supportive environment to explore difficulties and experiences you are welcome to work collaboratively. Find a profound sense of inner balance by equipping you with the needed skills and reaching into the rich resources within you body, mental, emotional and spiritual
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Rosie Bull
Psychotherapist, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
2 Endorsed
Waitlist for new clients
Hi, I'm Rosie and I'm an integrative therapist with 9 years experience working in mental health support. Due to my professional background and personal lived experience as a queer AuDHD therapist, I tend to work with clients who deviate from societal expectations or feel marginalised in some way. This may include but is not limited to, clients who identify as LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, disabled, gender-nonconforming, polyamorous or non-monogamous, survivors of abuse, and clients concerned about social justice. I often support clients through experiences that they have felt discouraged from discussing in their day-to-day lives.
Hi, I'm Rosie and I'm an integrative therapist with 9 years experience working in mental health support. Due to my professional background and personal lived experience as a queer AuDHD therapist, I tend to work with clients who deviate from societal expectations or feel marginalised in some way. This may include but is not limited to, clients who identify as LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, disabled, gender-nonconforming, polyamorous or non-monogamous, survivors of abuse, and clients concerned about social justice. I often support clients through experiences that they have felt discouraged from discussing in their day-to-day lives.
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Dr Alex Satchwell
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
I also have additional interests in Dialectical Behavioural Therapy ( DBT) and Behavioural Family Therapy (BFT).
Hello, I'm Alex. I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist . I work predominantly in mental health services with people who have a number of difficult experiences (including depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and emotion regulation). Although I'd be happy to discuss with you any presenting difficulties you may be experiencing.
I also have additional interests in Dialectical Behavioural Therapy ( DBT) and Behavioural Family Therapy (BFT).
Hello, I'm Alex. I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist . I work predominantly in mental health services with people who have a number of difficult experiences (including depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and emotion regulation). Although I'd be happy to discuss with you any presenting difficulties you may be experiencing.
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Dr Charlotte Heathcote
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
2 Endorsed
In particular, I draw on Cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), Cognitive-analytic therapy (CAT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT).
Hi, I'm Charlotte and I am a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist working within the NHS and in private practice. I have been working in mental health services for over 10 years with individuals across the lifespan with a wide range of difficulties. As a Psychologist, I offer a person-centred approach to individuals who may be looking for support with anxiety, low mood, trauma, relationship difficulties and so on. We begin by engaging in a period of assessment, coming to a shared understanding of your difficulties, and deciding how best to support you to move forward in a longlasting way that continues after therapy.
In particular, I draw on Cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), Cognitive-analytic therapy (CAT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT).
Hi, I'm Charlotte and I am a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist working within the NHS and in private practice. I have been working in mental health services for over 10 years with individuals across the lifespan with a wide range of difficulties. As a Psychologist, I offer a person-centred approach to individuals who may be looking for support with anxiety, low mood, trauma, relationship difficulties and so on. We begin by engaging in a period of assessment, coming to a shared understanding of your difficulties, and deciding how best to support you to move forward in a longlasting way that continues after therapy.
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Hannah Daniels
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Thank you for taking the time to look at my profile. I am a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist and have worked in mental health services in the NHS for over 10 years. I currently work in the NHS, in adult mental health services and I also work in private practice. As a Psychologist, I offer evidence-based assessments, formulation and psychological interventions for a wide range of difficulties, which might include; anxiety, depression, trauma, loss and relationship difficulties. My main area of clinical expertise is working with people who have experienced trauma.
Thank you for taking the time to look at my profile. I am a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist and have worked in mental health services in the NHS for over 10 years. I currently work in the NHS, in adult mental health services and I also work in private practice. As a Psychologist, I offer evidence-based assessments, formulation and psychological interventions for a wide range of difficulties, which might include; anxiety, depression, trauma, loss and relationship difficulties. My main area of clinical expertise is working with people who have experienced trauma.
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Lucy Wheen
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
I use a range of approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT), attachment and trauma-informed practice.
Hello, I am a Counselling Psychologist and provide specialist support for children, young people, adults, and families who are experiencing difficulties with their mental health, emotional wellbeing, or relationships. I support people with a wide range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, low self-esteem, attachment and relationship difficulties, and the impact of adverse life experiences. I also have a specialist interest in neurodiversity and provide autism assessments and post-diagnostic support that is affirming, collaborative, and tailored to each individual and their family.
I use a range of approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT), attachment and trauma-informed practice.
Hello, I am a Counselling Psychologist and provide specialist support for children, young people, adults, and families who are experiencing difficulties with their mental health, emotional wellbeing, or relationships. I support people with a wide range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, low self-esteem, attachment and relationship difficulties, and the impact of adverse life experiences. I also have a specialist interest in neurodiversity and provide autism assessments and post-diagnostic support that is affirming, collaborative, and tailored to each individual and their family.
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Dr Claire Bone
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
This might typically include therapy models such as: EMDR; CFT; ACT; DBT; CAT or CBT.
Hello - I'm Claire, an HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist. Mental health difficulties can be viewed as responses to painful experiences in life that any of us might go through – sometimes these are large events in our lives, sometimes they are a build-up of ‘smaller’ difficulties. For this reason, I work with people experiencing a wide range of symptoms and diagnoses. Our work will involve understanding together how the symptoms developed (what happened) as well as any patterns you feel stuck in now. We can then focus on the most appropriate model of therapy to help you move through this.
This might typically include therapy models such as: EMDR; CFT; ACT; DBT; CAT or CBT.
Hello - I'm Claire, an HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist. Mental health difficulties can be viewed as responses to painful experiences in life that any of us might go through – sometimes these are large events in our lives, sometimes they are a build-up of ‘smaller’ difficulties. For this reason, I work with people experiencing a wide range of symptoms and diagnoses. Our work will involve understanding together how the symptoms developed (what happened) as well as any patterns you feel stuck in now. We can then focus on the most appropriate model of therapy to help you move through this.
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Holly Johnson
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
I have been trained in a broad range of therapeutic models, however my practice is mainly informed by Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT), and EMDR.
I am a dedicated and experienced Principal Clinical Psychologist, with many years NHS experience specialising in adult mental health, autism and ADHD. I am fully registered with the Health & Care Professions Council and a qualified EMDR practitioner. I work with adults presenting with a broad range of mental health difficulties including those relating to trauma (including complex PTSD), depression, anxiety, and relationship difficulties.
I have been trained in a broad range of therapeutic models, however my practice is mainly informed by Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT), and EMDR.
I am a dedicated and experienced Principal Clinical Psychologist, with many years NHS experience specialising in adult mental health, autism and ADHD. I am fully registered with the Health & Care Professions Council and a qualified EMDR practitioner. I work with adults presenting with a broad range of mental health difficulties including those relating to trauma (including complex PTSD), depression, anxiety, and relationship difficulties.
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Bod Cantwell
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
I provide traditional Humanistic Counselling, Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy ( DBT,) Eye Movement Desensitisation and Processing (EMDR), Couples Therapy, Schema Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS).
An important part in your journey to finding a therapist in Sheffield is trying to get a feel for them through your research. One of the most important aspects about my approach is being able to generate warmth, friendliness and to put you at ease as quickly as possible. One of the North West most successful therapy practices has moved to Sheffield offering the latest approaches combined with time tested traditional styles ensuring you get results.
I provide traditional Humanistic Counselling, Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy ( DBT,) Eye Movement Desensitisation and Processing (EMDR), Couples Therapy, Schema Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS).
An important part in your journey to finding a therapist in Sheffield is trying to get a feel for them through your research. One of the most important aspects about my approach is being able to generate warmth, friendliness and to put you at ease as quickly as possible. One of the North West most successful therapy practices has moved to Sheffield offering the latest approaches combined with time tested traditional styles ensuring you get results.
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Linda Hardwick
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Hello, my name is Linda and I am a CBT therapist and Sensory practitioner. I have over 13 years experience of working in the NHS. Since qualifying in 2009 I have worked with older adults, adults and with children and adolescents in a variety of different settings. These have involved working in educational environments, hospitals and in community mental health teams. The majority of my work has been within Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS). I have worked with children, young people and their families helping them with a wide range of issues. I provide face to face sessions on Thursday afternoons in Sheffield.
Hello, my name is Linda and I am a CBT therapist and Sensory practitioner. I have over 13 years experience of working in the NHS. Since qualifying in 2009 I have worked with older adults, adults and with children and adolescents in a variety of different settings. These have involved working in educational environments, hospitals and in community mental health teams. The majority of my work has been within Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS). I have worked with children, young people and their families helping them with a wide range of issues. I provide face to face sessions on Thursday afternoons in Sheffield.
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Flora Dyson
Psychotherapist, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Hi, I’m Flora, an accredited Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist. I specialise in relationship with self and boundaries, neurodiversity, parenthood and family dynamics, bereavement, uprooting and relocation, and life transitions. I understand that life can sometimes feel deeply lonely — no one experiences things exactly as we do. In therapy, I seek to understand your experiences as they genuinely feel to you, to ease the pain of loneliness, offer gentle insight into how past experiences may shape your patterns of feeling, acting, and relating, and explore the possibility of change and growth together.
Hi, I’m Flora, an accredited Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist. I specialise in relationship with self and boundaries, neurodiversity, parenthood and family dynamics, bereavement, uprooting and relocation, and life transitions. I understand that life can sometimes feel deeply lonely — no one experiences things exactly as we do. In therapy, I seek to understand your experiences as they genuinely feel to you, to ease the pain of loneliness, offer gentle insight into how past experiences may shape your patterns of feeling, acting, and relating, and explore the possibility of change and growth together.
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Affordable-online-psychologist.com
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
I am a Clinical Psychologist registered with the HCPC, supporting adults facing trauma, complex PTSD, anxiety, depression, and neurodivergence (ADHD, autism, OCD). My approach is evidence-based, trauma-informed, and neurodivergence-affirmative, helping individuals build resilience, embrace their strengths, and move beyond survival towards meaningful growth. I provide private practice and online therapy across the UK. In private practice, I take a neurodivergence-affirmative, person-centred approach, recognising and valuing different ways of thinking, feeling, and experiencing the world.
I am a Clinical Psychologist registered with the HCPC, supporting adults facing trauma, complex PTSD, anxiety, depression, and neurodivergence (ADHD, autism, OCD). My approach is evidence-based, trauma-informed, and neurodivergence-affirmative, helping individuals build resilience, embrace their strengths, and move beyond survival towards meaningful growth. I provide private practice and online therapy across the UK. In private practice, I take a neurodivergence-affirmative, person-centred approach, recognising and valuing different ways of thinking, feeling, and experiencing the world.
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Sarah French
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Online Only
My name is Sarah and I have over 20 years experience working as a Psychotherapist in the NHS and in private practice. I specialise in CBT, ACT, Compassion focused approaches and in EMDR. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), includes a range of talking therapies, all based on the idea that thoughts, feelings, what we do, and how our bodies feel, are all connected. If we change one of these we can alter all the others. When we’re low or upset, we often fall into patterns of thinking and responding which can worsen how we feel. CBT works to help us notice thinking styles or unhelpful things that we do so we can live better.
My name is Sarah and I have over 20 years experience working as a Psychotherapist in the NHS and in private practice. I specialise in CBT, ACT, Compassion focused approaches and in EMDR. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), includes a range of talking therapies, all based on the idea that thoughts, feelings, what we do, and how our bodies feel, are all connected. If we change one of these we can alter all the others. When we’re low or upset, we often fall into patterns of thinking and responding which can worsen how we feel. CBT works to help us notice thinking styles or unhelpful things that we do so we can live better.
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Jonathan Beeley
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi and welcome to my page. My name is Jonathan Beeley, a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, delivering therapy online. I am a specialist adult and child depression, anxiety and trauma focused CBT Psychotherapist. Thank you for taking the time to read this and other profiles; it is one of the best ways of making sure you find the right therapist for you. I have vast experience of working therapeutically with people who are experiencing a wide range of emotional difficulties; from anxiety to depression to complex trauma.
Hi and welcome to my page. My name is Jonathan Beeley, a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, delivering therapy online. I am a specialist adult and child depression, anxiety and trauma focused CBT Psychotherapist. Thank you for taking the time to read this and other profiles; it is one of the best ways of making sure you find the right therapist for you. I have vast experience of working therapeutically with people who are experiencing a wide range of emotional difficulties; from anxiety to depression to complex trauma.
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Dialectical Behaviour (DBT) Counsellors
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.