Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Support Groups in Alameda County, CA

DBT Group For High School Aged Teens (In-person only) Does your teen have issues with managing: •Anxiety • Depression • Panic attacks • Mood swings • Avoidance • Anger • Substance abuse • Truancy Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT) is not a “talk therapy” style group that tends to make teens feel uncomfortable. DBT is a confidential, easy-going class that focuses on developing coping skills to manage the problems of everyday life. With DBT skills your teen will: • Handle stress without making impulsive or destructive choices • Understanding and manage their uncomfortable emotions • Effectively communicate with adults and peers • Schedule a complimentary 20-minute parent consultation.
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Hosted by Laura Michelle Eklund
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in Pleasanton, CA 94566
DBT Group For High School Aged Teens (In-person only) Does your teen have issues with managing: •Anxiety • Depression • Panic attacks • Mood swings • Avoidance • Anger • Substance abuse • Truancy Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT) is not a “talk therapy” style group that tends to make teens feel uncomfortable. DBT is a confidential, easy-going class that focuses on developing coping skills to manage the problems of everyday life. With DBT skills your teen will: • Handle stress without making impulsive or destructive choices • Understanding and manage their uncomfortable emotions • Effectively communicate with adults and peers • Schedule a complimentary 20-minute parent consultation.
(925) 266-3134 View (925) 266-3134
Welcome! During this 12-week Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills group, members will learn mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness skills. This group is ideal for adults who are looking manage stress, improve communication, and feel more present in their day-to-day lives. If this sounds like you or you have questions, please feel free to reach out! DATES: Tuesdays, September 3, 2024 - November 19, 2024. All genders welcome! LOCATION: in-person in Fremont, CA COST: $900 for 12 weeks, private pay only. Important: This is a psychoeducation group and NOT therapy. Participants are required to have their own therapist.
Photo of Jennifer Jaber, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Hosted by Jennifer Jaber
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Group meets in Fremont, CA 94538
I often use Cognitive Behavioral and Dialectical Behavioral therapies in my practice.
Welcome! During this 12-week Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills group, members will learn mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness skills. This group is ideal for adults who are looking manage stress, improve communication, and feel more present in their day-to-day lives. If this sounds like you or you have questions, please feel free to reach out! DATES: Tuesdays, September 3, 2024 - November 19, 2024. All genders welcome! LOCATION: in-person in Fremont, CA COST: $900 for 12 weeks, private pay only. Important: This is a psychoeducation group and NOT therapy. Participants are required to have their own therapist.
(650) 407-2074 View (650) 407-2074
Peer Consultation Group for therapists who want to practice Dialectical Behavioral Skill building, in a supportive and peer run circle (of up to 10 clinicians).
Photo of Myra Altenau - DBT certified: Myra Altenau, PhD, Psychologist, PhD
Hosted by DBT certified: Myra Altenau, PhD
Psychologist, PhD
Group meets in Piedmont, CA 94610
Peer Consultation Group for therapists who want to practice Dialectical Behavioral Skill building, in a supportive and peer run circle (of up to 10 clinicians).
(707) 709-8039 View (707) 709-8039
Welcome to our Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) Skills Class where you'll learn practical tools to manage intense emotions, improve relationships, and cope with life's challenges effectively. Led by experienced therapists, our classes blend psychoeducation with group discussions and experiential exercises. Whether you struggle with impulsivity, mood swings, or difficulties in interpersonal dynamics, our DBT Skills Class provides a supportive environment to develop mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills. Gain insight, resilience, and practical strategies for navigating life with greater ease and empowerment. Offered online or in-person in Berkeley, and Redwood City.
Photo of Emily Schiller, Psychologist, PsyD
Hosted by Emily Schiller
Psychologist, PsyD
Group meets in Berkeley, CA 94710
Welcome to our Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) Skills Class where you'll learn practical tools to manage intense emotions, improve relationships, and cope with life's challenges effectively. Led by experienced therapists, our classes blend psychoeducation with group discussions and experiential exercises. Whether you struggle with impulsivity, mood swings, or difficulties in interpersonal dynamics, our DBT Skills Class provides a supportive environment to develop mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills. Gain insight, resilience, and practical strategies for navigating life with greater ease and empowerment. Offered online or in-person in Berkeley, and Redwood City.
(510) 901-5293 View (510) 901-5293
Please visit my website to sign up for this group and to find the most updated group information: frankiephippstherapy.com/transdbtgroup This DBT skills group for trans and/or nonbinary adults focuses on learning and practicing skills from Dialectical Behavior Therapy's four skills modules: mindfulness, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance. Each module lasts approximately 12 weeks, and new members will be welcome to join the group at the start of new modules if space allows.
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Hosted by Frankie Phipps
Pre-Licensed Professional, APCC, MA
Group meets in Oakland, CA 94610
Please visit my website to sign up for this group and to find the most updated group information: frankiephippstherapy.com/transdbtgroup This DBT skills group for trans and/or nonbinary adults focuses on learning and practicing skills from Dialectical Behavior Therapy's four skills modules: mindfulness, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance. Each module lasts approximately 12 weeks, and new members will be welcome to join the group at the start of new modules if space allows.
Please see website for detailed info: http://www.oaklanddbtcenter.com
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Hosted by Oakland DBT and Mindfulness Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Group meets in Oakland, CA 94611
Please see website for detailed info: http://www.oaklanddbtcenter.com
(510) 876-9674 View (510) 876-9674
A DBT skills group uses a psycho-educational class format where the emphasis is on learning and practicing behavioral skills. These skills include mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance and interpersonal effectiveness. Skills are taught in a series of three modules, each lasting approximately 8-10 weeks. The first two weeks of each module cover and review mindfulness and this skill is also practiced in every group. The following six to eight weeks rotate through each of the remaining modules. All the modules will be covered in approximately 6-8 months
Photo of Charese Allen, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Hosted by Charese Allen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in Oakland, CA 94610
A DBT skills group uses a psycho-educational class format where the emphasis is on learning and practicing behavioral skills. These skills include mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance and interpersonal effectiveness. Skills are taught in a series of three modules, each lasting approximately 8-10 weeks. The first two weeks of each module cover and review mindfulness and this skill is also practiced in every group. The following six to eight weeks rotate through each of the remaining modules. All the modules will be covered in approximately 6-8 months
(510) 876-4191 View (510) 876-4191
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT) offers structured support for emotional regulation, stress coping, and improved relationships in individuals struggling with various issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, and personality disorders. This group can assist you in learning effective mindfulness practices, distress tolerance, and communication skills. Group sessions focus on sharing experiences, validating each other, and learning DBT techniques. The group setting encourages connection, empowerment, and consistent practice of therapeutic tools. The eight-session program covers various DBT skills, ultimately aiming to promote healing and reclaiming a sense of self-control.
Photo of Alexa Enyart, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Hosted by Alexa Enyart
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Group meets in Oakland, CA 94609
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT) offers structured support for emotional regulation, stress coping, and improved relationships in individuals struggling with various issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, and personality disorders. This group can assist you in learning effective mindfulness practices, distress tolerance, and communication skills. Group sessions focus on sharing experiences, validating each other, and learning DBT techniques. The group setting encourages connection, empowerment, and consistent practice of therapeutic tools. The eight-session program covers various DBT skills, ultimately aiming to promote healing and reclaiming a sense of self-control.
(415) 909-5493 View (415) 909-5493
Welcome to our DBT Skills Class, where you'll learn tools to manage emotions, improve relationships, and cope with life's challenges. Led by experienced therapists, our classes blend psychoeducation with discussions and exercises. If you struggle with impulsivity, mood swings, or interpersonal issues, our DBT Skills Class offers a supportive environment to develop mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills. To join, you must be part of our DBT program, including individual therapy with one of our clinicians. Gain practical strategies for navigating life. Offered online or in-person in Berkeley and Redwood City.
Photo of Lesley Cherry, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Hosted by Lesley Cherry
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Group meets in Berkeley, CA 94710
Welcome to our DBT Skills Class, where you'll learn tools to manage emotions, improve relationships, and cope with life's challenges. Led by experienced therapists, our classes blend psychoeducation with discussions and exercises. If you struggle with impulsivity, mood swings, or interpersonal issues, our DBT Skills Class offers a supportive environment to develop mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills. To join, you must be part of our DBT program, including individual therapy with one of our clinicians. Gain practical strategies for navigating life. Offered online or in-person in Berkeley and Redwood City.
(510) 892-2867 View (510) 892-2867
This group is to learn skills to change behaviors, emotions, and thoughts that cause problems in living. The group includes a mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness modules. We will learn how to learn how to 1.) be more in touch with self and others 2.) decrease interpersonal conflict and stress 3.) be more flexible with change, 4.) change difficult emotions, and 5.) stop acting on impulsive behaviors. The group meets on Thursday nights online from 7-8:30pm. Group members are required to commit to finishing at least one complete module (8-11 weeks).
Photo of Katina Laib, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Hosted by Katina Laib
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Group meets in Fremont, CA 94538
This group is to learn skills to change behaviors, emotions, and thoughts that cause problems in living. The group includes a mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness modules. We will learn how to learn how to 1.) be more in touch with self and others 2.) decrease interpersonal conflict and stress 3.) be more flexible with change, 4.) change difficult emotions, and 5.) stop acting on impulsive behaviors. The group meets on Thursday nights online from 7-8:30pm. Group members are required to commit to finishing at least one complete module (8-11 weeks).
(657) 315-6055 View (657) 315-6055
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT) offers structured support for emotional regulation, stress coping, and improved relationships in individuals struggling with various issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, and personality disorders. This group can assist you in learning effective mindfulness practices, distress tolerance, and communication skills. Group sessions focus on sharing experiences, validating each other, and learning DBT techniques. The group setting encourages connection, empowerment, and consistent practice of therapeutic tools. The eight-session program covers various DBT skills, ultimately aiming to promote healing and reclaiming a sense of self-control.
Photo of Veronica Ghabour, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Hosted by Veronica Ghabour
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Group meets in Oakland, CA 94609
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT) offers structured support for emotional regulation, stress coping, and improved relationships in individuals struggling with various issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, and personality disorders. This group can assist you in learning effective mindfulness practices, distress tolerance, and communication skills. Group sessions focus on sharing experiences, validating each other, and learning DBT techniques. The group setting encourages connection, empowerment, and consistent practice of therapeutic tools. The eight-session program covers various DBT skills, ultimately aiming to promote healing and reclaiming a sense of self-control.
(415) 942-6295 View (415) 942-6295
Our adult DBT Skills Group follows the standard DBT four-module system: Distress Tolerance, Core Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, and Emotion Regulation. Please see our website for detailed info
Photo of Heather Macbeth - Oakland DBT and Mindfulness Center, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Hosted by Oakland DBT and Mindfulness Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Group meets in Oakland, CA 94611
Our adult DBT Skills Group follows the standard DBT four-module system: Distress Tolerance, Core Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, and Emotion Regulation. Please see our website for detailed info
(510) 876-9674 View (510) 876-9674
Welcome to our DBT Skills Class, where you'll learn tools to manage emotions, improve relationships, and cope with life's challenges. Led by experienced therapists, our classes blend psychoeducation with discussions and exercises. If you struggle with impulsivity, mood swings, or interpersonal issues, our DBT Skills Class offers a supportive environment to develop mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills. Gain practical strategies for navigating life. Offered online or in-person in Berkeley and Redwood City.
Photo of Zoe Machado, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Hosted by Zoe Machado
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Group meets in Berkeley, CA 94710
Welcome to our DBT Skills Class, where you'll learn tools to manage emotions, improve relationships, and cope with life's challenges. Led by experienced therapists, our classes blend psychoeducation with discussions and exercises. If you struggle with impulsivity, mood swings, or interpersonal issues, our DBT Skills Class offers a supportive environment to develop mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills. Gain practical strategies for navigating life. Offered online or in-person in Berkeley and Redwood City.
(650) 750-0618 View (650) 750-0618
Welcome to our DBT Skills Class, where you'll learn tools to manage emotions, improve relationships, and cope with life's challenges. Led by experienced therapists, our classes blend psychoeducation with discussions and exercises. If you struggle with impulsivity, mood swings, or interpersonal issues, our DBT Skills Class offers a supportive environment to develop mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills. To join, you must be part of our DBT program, including individual therapy with one of our clinicians. Gain practical strategies for navigating life. Offered online or in-person in Berkeley and Redwood City.
Photo of Alison Alderdice, Psychologist, PsyD
Hosted by Alison Alderdice
Psychologist, PsyD
Group meets in Berkeley, CA 94710
I use a dialectical behavior therapy ( DBT)-informed approach with all my clients.
Welcome to our DBT Skills Class, where you'll learn tools to manage emotions, improve relationships, and cope with life's challenges. Led by experienced therapists, our classes blend psychoeducation with discussions and exercises. If you struggle with impulsivity, mood swings, or interpersonal issues, our DBT Skills Class offers a supportive environment to develop mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills. To join, you must be part of our DBT program, including individual therapy with one of our clinicians. Gain practical strategies for navigating life. Offered online or in-person in Berkeley and Redwood City.
(510) 880-1563 View (510) 880-1563
If you are a person who feels your feelings with 110% of your being, experiences hurts or slights by friends and family, or has a hard time managing emotions when other’s are disappointed or up set with you, then learning Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills ( DBT) is likely a good option for you. In DBT you will learn four columns of skills: 1) Mindfulness, 2) Distress Tolerance, 3) Emotion Regulation, and 4) Interpersonal Effectiveness. When these skills are practiced and blended skillfully, you will have more control over your responses to others than you ever thought possible.
Photo of Cyndi Long - Cyndi Long, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Hosted by Cyndi Long, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in Pleasanton, CA 94566
In your first session we'll talk about what brought you in and together we'll determine if you would benefit from DBT, CBT, or ACT to accomplish your goals.
If you are a person who feels your feelings with 110% of your being, experiences hurts or slights by friends and family, or has a hard time managing emotions when other’s are disappointed or up set with you, then learning Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills ( DBT) is likely a good option for you. In DBT you will learn four columns of skills: 1) Mindfulness, 2) Distress Tolerance, 3) Emotion Regulation, and 4) Interpersonal Effectiveness. When these skills are practiced and blended skillfully, you will have more control over your responses to others than you ever thought possible.
(925) 397-5415 View (925) 397-5415
please see website for more info
Photo of Heather Macbeth - Oakland DBT and Mindfulness Center, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Hosted by Oakland DBT and Mindfulness Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Group meets in Oakland, CA 94611
please see website for more info
(510) 876-9674 View (510) 876-9674
Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) skills training is a weekly group, run like a class, which teaches skills across four main topics: mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance skills. Clients are required to complete homework assignments in which they practice the skills taught during the weekly lesson. It is taught by DBT certified and nationally recognized clinical psychologist Dr. Christine Dickson. This 1-hour weekly course meets online for 20 weeks.
Photo of Dr. Christine E. Dickson Pleasanton - San Francisco, Psychologist, PhD, MS, MA, LP
Hosted by Dr. Christine E. Dickson Pleasanton - San Francisco
Psychologist, PhD, MS, MA, LP
Group meets in Pleasanton, CA 94566
Experienced in Mindfulness, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) skills training is a weekly group, run like a class, which teaches skills across four main topics: mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance skills. Clients are required to complete homework assignments in which they practice the skills taught during the weekly lesson. It is taught by DBT certified and nationally recognized clinical psychologist Dr. Christine Dickson. This 1-hour weekly course meets online for 20 weeks.
(925) 521-8785 View (925) 521-8785
Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) skills training is a weekly group, run like a class, which teaches adolescents skills across four main topics: mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance skills. Clients are required to complete homework assignments in which they practice the skills taught during the weekly lesson. It is taught by DBT certified and nationally recognized clinical psychologist Dr. Christine Dickson This 1-hour weekly course meets online for 20 weeks.
Photo of Dr. Christine E. Dickson Pleasanton - San Francisco, Psychologist, PhD, MS, MA, LP
Hosted by Dr. Christine E. Dickson Pleasanton - San Francisco
Psychologist, PhD, MS, MA, LP
Group meets in Pleasanton, CA 94566
Experienced in Mindfulness, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) skills training is a weekly group, run like a class, which teaches adolescents skills across four main topics: mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance skills. Clients are required to complete homework assignments in which they practice the skills taught during the weekly lesson. It is taught by DBT certified and nationally recognized clinical psychologist Dr. Christine Dickson This 1-hour weekly course meets online for 20 weeks.
(925) 521-8785 View (925) 521-8785
Photo of Hannah Michele Raiden-Wright, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MPH
Hosted by Hannah Michele Raiden-Wright
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MPH
Group meets in Oakland, CA 94610
(510) 617-1650 View (510) 617-1650
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT) offers structured support for emotional regulation, stress coping, and improved relationships in individuals struggling with various issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, and personality disorders. This group can assist you in learning effective mindfulness practices, distress tolerance, and communication skills. Group sessions focus on sharing experiences, validating each other, and learning DBT techniques. The group setting encourages connection, empowerment, and consistent practice of therapeutic tools. The eight-session program covers various DBT skills, ultimately aiming to promote healing and reclaiming a sense of self-control.
Photo of Laurel Salmon, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Hosted by Laurel Salmon
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Group meets in Oakland, CA 94609
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT) offers structured support for emotional regulation, stress coping, and improved relationships in individuals struggling with various issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, and personality disorders. This group can assist you in learning effective mindfulness practices, distress tolerance, and communication skills. Group sessions focus on sharing experiences, validating each other, and learning DBT techniques. The group setting encourages connection, empowerment, and consistent practice of therapeutic tools. The eight-session program covers various DBT skills, ultimately aiming to promote healing and reclaiming a sense of self-control.
(415) 223-8845 View (415) 223-8845

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Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Support Groups

Who is DBT for?

Dialectical Behavior 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 behavior 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, behavior, 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 behavioral 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 behavior; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.