Self-Harming Support Groups in San Diego, CA

This is an in-person group offered to adults seeking Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. The max number of participants for this group is 6. The skills provided by DBT are provided once per week over the course of about 6 months. You will learn skills to improve mindful awareness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. It is highly recommended that you participate in weekly individual therapy while participating in this group.
Photo of Shaina Ponce, Psychologist, PhD
Hosted by Shaina Ponce
Psychologist, PhD
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92108
This is an in-person group offered to adults seeking Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. The max number of participants for this group is 6. The skills provided by DBT are provided once per week over the course of about 6 months. You will learn skills to improve mindful awareness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. It is highly recommended that you participate in weekly individual therapy while participating in this group.
(858) 667-7265 View (858) 667-7265
By arrangement with therapist.
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Hosted by Donna M Chapman
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92108
By arrangement with therapist.
(619) 780-2559 View (619) 780-2559
We provide adherent DBT skills training groups, for both adults and teens/families. We teach skills for mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. For families, we combine individual DBT, skills group, and parent coaching.
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Hosted by DBT Center of San Diego
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92131
We provide adherent DBT skills training groups, for both adults and teens/families. We teach skills for mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. For families, we combine individual DBT, skills group, and parent coaching.
(858) 267-4821 View (858) 267-4821
Personal Evolution Psychotherapy (PEP) provides DBT skills training groups that provide skills to decrease anxiety, depression, and feeling out of control. DBT also helps to increase communication skills and decrease relationship issues. Call or email PEP today for more information - 619.787.6676 - www.PersonalEvolutionPsychotherapy.com. If you're having a hard time communicating effectively with other people, controlling high intensity emotions, or just existing comfortably, DBT can help. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) helps to decrease depression, anxiety, addictions, mood disorders, emotional eating, impulse control disorders, personality disorders, self harm & suicidal behaviors. Call or email PEP today for more information!
Photo of Hannah Corder - Hannah Corder Personal Evolution Psychotherapy, Associate Clinical Social Worker, ACSW
Hosted by Hannah Corder Personal Evolution Psychotherapy
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ACSW
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92108
Personal Evolution Psychotherapy (PEP) provides DBT skills training groups that provide skills to decrease anxiety, depression, and feeling out of control. DBT also helps to increase communication skills and decrease relationship issues. Call or email PEP today for more information - 619.787.6676 - www.PersonalEvolutionPsychotherapy.com. If you're having a hard time communicating effectively with other people, controlling high intensity emotions, or just existing comfortably, DBT can help. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) helps to decrease depression, anxiety, addictions, mood disorders, emotional eating, impulse control disorders, personality disorders, self harm & suicidal behaviors. Call or email PEP today for more information!
(619) 787-6676 View (619) 787-6676
Personal Evolution Psychotherapy (PEP) provides DBT skills training groups that provide skills to teens who have anxiety, mood swings or depression, poor communication with family or friends, family conflict, difficulty regulating emotions, low impulse control or emotional eating, a difficult time interacting with others, &/or self harm or suicidal thoughts. Call or email PEP today for more information - 619.787.6676 - www.PersonalEvolutionPsychotherapy.com. DBT can help! Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a research-based therapy that works to make life easier for the whole family. Call or email PEP today for more information! 619.787.6676
Photo of Hannah Corder - Hannah Corder Personal Evolution Psychotherapy, Associate Clinical Social Worker, ACSW
Hosted by Hannah Corder Personal Evolution Psychotherapy
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ACSW
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92108
Personal Evolution Psychotherapy (PEP) provides DBT skills training groups that provide skills to teens who have anxiety, mood swings or depression, poor communication with family or friends, family conflict, difficulty regulating emotions, low impulse control or emotional eating, a difficult time interacting with others, &/or self harm or suicidal thoughts. Call or email PEP today for more information - 619.787.6676 - www.PersonalEvolutionPsychotherapy.com. DBT can help! Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a research-based therapy that works to make life easier for the whole family. Call or email PEP today for more information! 619.787.6676
(619) 787-6676 View (619) 787-6676

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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based approach designed to reduce emotion dysregulation, impulsive behavior, self-harm and suicidal ideation, and treat other mental health or behavioral issues. The goal of DBT is to help teens change ineffective behavior patterns by learning skills that will help them reach their goals. Our programs include four DBT skills groups a week that cover core mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. Teens learn a new DBT skill in each group. Our staff help teens practice these skills so that they know how to use them in their daily lives.
Photo of Kara Gross - Teen Anxiety Treatment Center at Evolve, Treatment Center
Hosted by Teen Anxiety Treatment Center at Evolve
Treatment Center
Group meets in La Mesa, CA 91941
We specialize in teen depression treatment, help for teen anxiety, therapy for self-harming teens, and DBT for suicidal teens.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based approach designed to reduce emotion dysregulation, impulsive behavior, self-harm and suicidal ideation, and treat other mental health or behavioral issues. The goal of DBT is to help teens change ineffective behavior patterns by learning skills that will help them reach their goals. Our programs include four DBT skills groups a week that cover core mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. Teens learn a new DBT skill in each group. Our staff help teens practice these skills so that they know how to use them in their daily lives.
(877) 959-7282 View (877) 959-7282
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based approach designed to reduce emotion dysregulation, impulsive behavior, self-harm and suicidal ideation, and treat other mental health or behavioral issues. The goal of DBT is to help teens change ineffective behavior patterns by learning skills that will help them reach their goals. Our programs include four DBT skills groups a week that cover core mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. Teens learn a new DBT skill in each group. Our staff help teens practice these skills so that they know how to use them in their daily lives.
Photo of Kara Gross - Teen Depression Treatment Center at Evolve, Treatment Center
Hosted by Teen Depression Treatment Center at Evolve
Treatment Center
Group meets in La Mesa, CA 91941
We specialize in teen depression treatment, help for teen anxiety, therapy for self-harming teens, and DBT for suicidal teens.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based approach designed to reduce emotion dysregulation, impulsive behavior, self-harm and suicidal ideation, and treat other mental health or behavioral issues. The goal of DBT is to help teens change ineffective behavior patterns by learning skills that will help them reach their goals. Our programs include four DBT skills groups a week that cover core mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. Teens learn a new DBT skill in each group. Our staff help teens practice these skills so that they know how to use them in their daily lives.
(866) 939-1762 View (866) 939-1762
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based approach designed to reduce emotion dysregulation, impulsive behavior, self-harm and suicidal ideation, and treat other mental health or behavioral issues. The goal of DBT is to help teens change ineffective behavior patterns by learning skills that will help them reach their goals. Our programs include four DBT skills groups a week that cover core mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. Teens learn a new DBT skill in each group. Our staff help teens practice these skills so that they know how to use them in their daily lives.
Photo of Kara Gross - Evolve DBT Residential Treatment Center for Teens, Treatment Center
Hosted by Evolve DBT Residential Treatment Center for Teens
Treatment Center
Group meets in La Mesa, CA 91941
We specialize in teen depression treatment, help for teen anxiety, therapy for self-harming teens, and DBT for suicidal teens.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based approach designed to reduce emotion dysregulation, impulsive behavior, self-harm and suicidal ideation, and treat other mental health or behavioral issues. The goal of DBT is to help teens change ineffective behavior patterns by learning skills that will help them reach their goals. Our programs include four DBT skills groups a week that cover core mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. Teens learn a new DBT skill in each group. Our staff help teens practice these skills so that they know how to use them in their daily lives.
(844) 319-5183 View (844) 319-5183
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based approach designed to reduce emotion dysregulation, impulsive behavior, self-harm and suicidal ideation, and treat other mental health or behavioral issues. The goal of DBT is to help teens change ineffective behavior patterns by learning skills that will help them reach their goals. Our programs include four DBT skills groups a week that cover core mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. Teens learn a new DBT skill in each group. Our staff help teens practice these skills so that they know how to use them in their daily lives.
Photo of Kara Gross - Teen Mental Health Treatment Center at Evolve, Treatment Center
Hosted by Teen Mental Health Treatment Center at Evolve
Treatment Center
Group meets in Encinitas, CA 92024
We specialize in teen depression treatment, help for teen anxiety, therapy for self-harming teens, and DBT for suicidal teens.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based approach designed to reduce emotion dysregulation, impulsive behavior, self-harm and suicidal ideation, and treat other mental health or behavioral issues. The goal of DBT is to help teens change ineffective behavior patterns by learning skills that will help them reach their goals. Our programs include four DBT skills groups a week that cover core mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. Teens learn a new DBT skill in each group. Our staff help teens practice these skills so that they know how to use them in their daily lives.
(858) 422-4153 View (858) 422-4153
Based on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), SMART Recovery (Self-Management and Recovery Training) offers an evidence-based approach designed to help individuals struggling with addiction and provides practical skills to help teens manage their thoughts, emotions and behaviors. Although SMART Recovery is an abstinence-oriented program, it allows flexible goal setting, whether that means reducing certain behaviors with a harm reduction approach or working towards complete sobriety. Unlike the 12-Step model, SMART Recovery offers a more achievable recovery path, giving teens the tools to make positive and sustainable changes in their lives without the pressure of a lifelong commitment.
Photo of Kara Gross - Teen Mental Health Treatment Center at Evolve, Treatment Center
Hosted by Teen Mental Health Treatment Center at Evolve
Treatment Center
Group meets in Encinitas, CA 92024
We specialize in teen depression treatment, help for teen anxiety, therapy for self-harming teens, and DBT for suicidal teens.
Based on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), SMART Recovery (Self-Management and Recovery Training) offers an evidence-based approach designed to help individuals struggling with addiction and provides practical skills to help teens manage their thoughts, emotions and behaviors. Although SMART Recovery is an abstinence-oriented program, it allows flexible goal setting, whether that means reducing certain behaviors with a harm reduction approach or working towards complete sobriety. Unlike the 12-Step model, SMART Recovery offers a more achievable recovery path, giving teens the tools to make positive and sustainable changes in their lives without the pressure of a lifelong commitment.
(858) 422-4153 View (858) 422-4153
Based on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), SMART Recovery (Self-Management and Recovery Training) offers an evidence-based approach designed to help individuals struggling with addiction and provides practical skills to help teens manage their thoughts, emotions and behaviors. Although SMART Recovery is an abstinence-oriented program, it allows flexible goal setting, whether that means reducing certain behaviors with a harm reduction approach or working towards complete sobriety. Unlike the 12-Step model, SMART Recovery offers a more achievable recovery path, giving teens the tools to make positive and sustainable changes in their lives without the pressure of a lifelong commitment.
Photo of Kara Gross - Teen Anxiety & Depression Treatment at Evolve, Treatment Center
Hosted by Teen Anxiety & Depression Treatment at Evolve
Treatment Center
Group meets in Encinitas, CA 92024
We specialize in teen depression treatment, help for teen anxiety, therapy for self-harming teens, and DBT for suicidal teens.
Based on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), SMART Recovery (Self-Management and Recovery Training) offers an evidence-based approach designed to help individuals struggling with addiction and provides practical skills to help teens manage their thoughts, emotions and behaviors. Although SMART Recovery is an abstinence-oriented program, it allows flexible goal setting, whether that means reducing certain behaviors with a harm reduction approach or working towards complete sobriety. Unlike the 12-Step model, SMART Recovery offers a more achievable recovery path, giving teens the tools to make positive and sustainable changes in their lives without the pressure of a lifelong commitment.
(858) 786-1695 View (858) 786-1695
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based approach designed to reduce emotion dysregulation, impulsive behavior, self-harm and suicidal ideation, and treat other mental health or behavioral issues. The goal of DBT is to help teens change ineffective behavior patterns by learning skills that will help them reach their goals. Our programs include four DBT skills groups a week that cover core mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. Teens learn a new DBT skill in each group. Our staff help teens practice these skills so that they know how to use them in their daily lives.
Photo of Kara Gross - Evolve Residential Treatment Centers for Teens, Treatment Center
Hosted by Evolve Residential Treatment Centers for Teens
Treatment Center
Group meets in Encinitas, CA 92024
We specialize in teen depression treatment, help for teen anxiety, therapy for self-harming teens, and DBT for suicidal teens.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based approach designed to reduce emotion dysregulation, impulsive behavior, self-harm and suicidal ideation, and treat other mental health or behavioral issues. The goal of DBT is to help teens change ineffective behavior patterns by learning skills that will help them reach their goals. Our programs include four DBT skills groups a week that cover core mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. Teens learn a new DBT skill in each group. Our staff help teens practice these skills so that they know how to use them in their daily lives.
(279) 465-0573 View (279) 465-0573
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based approach designed to reduce emotion dysregulation, impulsive behavior, self-harm and suicidal ideation, and treat other mental health or behavioral issues. The goal of DBT is to help teens change ineffective behavior patterns by learning skills that will help them reach their goals. Our programs include four DBT skills groups a week that cover core mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. Teens learn a new DBT skill in each group. Our staff help teens practice these skills so that they know how to use them in their daily lives.
Photo of Kara Gross - Evolve Mental Health Residential Treatment Center, Treatment Center
Hosted by Evolve Mental Health Residential Treatment Center
Treatment Center
Group meets in Encinitas, CA 92024
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based approach designed to reduce emotion dysregulation, impulsive behavior, self-harm and suicidal ideation, and treat other mental health or behavioral issues. The goal of DBT is to help teens change ineffective behavior patterns by learning skills that will help them reach their goals. Our programs include four DBT skills groups a week that cover core mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. Teens learn a new DBT skill in each group. Our staff help teens practice these skills so that they know how to use them in their daily lives.
(866) 754-3984 View (866) 754-3984
Based on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), SMART Recovery (Self-Management and Recovery Training) offers an evidence-based approach designed to help individuals struggling with addiction and provides practical skills to help teens manage their thoughts, emotions and behaviors. Although SMART Recovery is an abstinence-oriented program, it allows flexible goal setting, whether that means reducing certain behaviors with a harm reduction approach or working towards complete sobriety. Unlike the 12-Step model, SMART Recovery offers a more achievable recovery path, giving teens the tools to make positive and sustainable changes in their lives without the pressure of a lifelong commitment.
Photo of Kara Gross - Evolve Mental Health Residential Treatment Center, Treatment Center
Hosted by Evolve Mental Health Residential Treatment Center
Treatment Center
Group meets in Encinitas, CA 92024
Based on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), SMART Recovery (Self-Management and Recovery Training) offers an evidence-based approach designed to help individuals struggling with addiction and provides practical skills to help teens manage their thoughts, emotions and behaviors. Although SMART Recovery is an abstinence-oriented program, it allows flexible goal setting, whether that means reducing certain behaviors with a harm reduction approach or working towards complete sobriety. Unlike the 12-Step model, SMART Recovery offers a more achievable recovery path, giving teens the tools to make positive and sustainable changes in their lives without the pressure of a lifelong commitment.
(866) 754-3984 View (866) 754-3984
Based on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), SMART Recovery (Self-Management and Recovery Training) offers an evidence-based approach designed to help individuals struggling with addiction and provides practical skills to help teens manage their thoughts, emotions and behaviors. Although SMART Recovery is an abstinence-oriented program, it allows flexible goal setting, whether that means reducing certain behaviors with a harm reduction approach or working towards complete sobriety. Unlike the 12-Step model, SMART Recovery offers a more achievable recovery path, giving teens the tools to make positive and sustainable changes in their lives without the pressure of a lifelong commitment.
Photo of Kara Gross - Evolve Encinitas Teen Treatment Center , Treatment Center
Hosted by Evolve Encinitas Teen Treatment Center
Treatment Center
Group meets in Encinitas, CA 92024
We specialize in teen depression treatment, help for teen anxiety, therapy for self-harming teens, and DBT for suicidal teens.
Based on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), SMART Recovery (Self-Management and Recovery Training) offers an evidence-based approach designed to help individuals struggling with addiction and provides practical skills to help teens manage their thoughts, emotions and behaviors. Although SMART Recovery is an abstinence-oriented program, it allows flexible goal setting, whether that means reducing certain behaviors with a harm reduction approach or working towards complete sobriety. Unlike the 12-Step model, SMART Recovery offers a more achievable recovery path, giving teens the tools to make positive and sustainable changes in their lives without the pressure of a lifelong commitment.
(858) 926-5806 View (858) 926-5806
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based approach designed to reduce emotion dysregulation, impulsive behavior, self-harm and suicidal ideation, and treat other mental health or behavioral issues. The goal of DBT is to help teens change ineffective behavior patterns by learning skills that will help them reach their goals. Our programs include four DBT skills groups a week that cover core mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. Teens learn a new DBT skill in each group. Our staff help teens practice these skills so that they know how to use them in their daily lives.
Photo of Kara Gross - Evolve Teen Mental Health Outpatient Treatment, Treatment Center
Hosted by Evolve Teen Mental Health Outpatient Treatment
Treatment Center
Group meets in Del Mar, CA 92014
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based approach designed to reduce emotion dysregulation, impulsive behavior, self-harm and suicidal ideation, and treat other mental health or behavioral issues. The goal of DBT is to help teens change ineffective behavior patterns by learning skills that will help them reach their goals. Our programs include four DBT skills groups a week that cover core mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. Teens learn a new DBT skill in each group. Our staff help teens practice these skills so that they know how to use them in their daily lives.
(858) 952-0826 View (858) 952-0826
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based approach designed to reduce emotion dysregulation, impulsive behavior, self-harm and suicidal ideation, and treat other mental health or behavioral issues. The goal of DBT is to help teens change ineffective behavior patterns by learning skills that will help them reach their goals. Our programs include four DBT skills groups a week that cover core mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. Teens learn a new DBT skill in each group. Our staff help teens practice these skills so that they know how to use them in their daily lives.
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Hosted by Evolve Encinitas Teen Treatment Center
Treatment Center
Group meets in Encinitas, CA 92024
We specialize in teen depression treatment, help for teen anxiety, therapy for self-harming teens, and DBT for suicidal teens.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based approach designed to reduce emotion dysregulation, impulsive behavior, self-harm and suicidal ideation, and treat other mental health or behavioral issues. The goal of DBT is to help teens change ineffective behavior patterns by learning skills that will help them reach their goals. Our programs include four DBT skills groups a week that cover core mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. Teens learn a new DBT skill in each group. Our staff help teens practice these skills so that they know how to use them in their daily lives.
(858) 926-5806 View (858) 926-5806
Based on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), SMART Recovery (Self-Management and Recovery Training) offers an evidence-based approach designed to help individuals struggling with addiction and provides practical skills to help teens manage their thoughts, emotions and behaviors. Although SMART Recovery is an abstinence-oriented program, it allows flexible goal setting, whether that means reducing certain behaviors with a harm reduction approach or working towards complete sobriety. Unlike the 12-Step model, SMART Recovery offers a more achievable recovery path, giving teens the tools to make positive and sustainable changes in their lives without the pressure of a lifelong commitment.
Photo of Kara Gross - Teen Anxiety Treatment Center at Evolve, Treatment Center
Hosted by Teen Anxiety Treatment Center at Evolve
Treatment Center
Group meets in La Mesa, CA 91941
We specialize in teen depression treatment, help for teen anxiety, therapy for self-harming teens, and DBT for suicidal teens.
Based on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), SMART Recovery (Self-Management and Recovery Training) offers an evidence-based approach designed to help individuals struggling with addiction and provides practical skills to help teens manage their thoughts, emotions and behaviors. Although SMART Recovery is an abstinence-oriented program, it allows flexible goal setting, whether that means reducing certain behaviors with a harm reduction approach or working towards complete sobriety. Unlike the 12-Step model, SMART Recovery offers a more achievable recovery path, giving teens the tools to make positive and sustainable changes in their lives without the pressure of a lifelong commitment.
(877) 959-7282 View (877) 959-7282
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based approach designed to reduce emotion dysregulation, impulsive behavior, self-harm and suicidal ideation, and treat other mental health or behavioral issues. The goal of DBT is to help teens change ineffective behavior patterns by learning skills that will help them reach their goals. Our programs include four DBT skills groups a week that cover core mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. Teens learn a new DBT skill in each group. Our staff help teens practice these skills so that they know how to use them in their daily lives.
Photo of Kara Gross - Evolve DBT Residential Treatment Center for Teens, Treatment Center
Hosted by Evolve DBT Residential Treatment Center for Teens
Treatment Center
Group meets in Encinitas, CA 92024
We specialize in teen depression treatment, help for teen anxiety, therapy for self-harming teens, and DBT for suicidal teens.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based approach designed to reduce emotion dysregulation, impulsive behavior, self-harm and suicidal ideation, and treat other mental health or behavioral issues. The goal of DBT is to help teens change ineffective behavior patterns by learning skills that will help them reach their goals. Our programs include four DBT skills groups a week that cover core mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. Teens learn a new DBT skill in each group. Our staff help teens practice these skills so that they know how to use them in their daily lives.
(858) 683-1268 View (858) 683-1268
Based on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), SMART Recovery (Self-Management and Recovery Training) offers an evidence-based approach designed to help individuals struggling with addiction and provides practical skills to help teens manage their thoughts, emotions and behaviors. Although SMART Recovery is an abstinence-oriented program, it allows flexible goal setting, whether that means reducing certain behaviors with a harm reduction approach or working towards complete sobriety. Unlike the 12-Step model, SMART Recovery offers a more achievable recovery path, giving teens the tools to make positive and sustainable changes in their lives without the pressure of a lifelong commitment.
Photo of Kara Gross - Evolve Teen Dual Diagnosis Residential Treatment, Treatment Center
Hosted by Evolve Teen Dual Diagnosis Residential Treatment
Treatment Center
Group meets in La Mesa, CA 91941
We specialize in teen depression treatment, help for teen anxiety, therapy for self-harming teens, and DBT for suicidal teens.
Based on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), SMART Recovery (Self-Management and Recovery Training) offers an evidence-based approach designed to help individuals struggling with addiction and provides practical skills to help teens manage their thoughts, emotions and behaviors. Although SMART Recovery is an abstinence-oriented program, it allows flexible goal setting, whether that means reducing certain behaviors with a harm reduction approach or working towards complete sobriety. Unlike the 12-Step model, SMART Recovery offers a more achievable recovery path, giving teens the tools to make positive and sustainable changes in their lives without the pressure of a lifelong commitment.
(858) 952-0048 View (858) 952-0048

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How does therapy for self-harm work?
A person may turn to self-injury so that they can distract themselves from their stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances. Therapy can address the cause of an individual’s suffering. A therapist can help a person understand why they may want to self-harm and help the person learn new methods of coping. A person may have poor emotion regulation, and treatment such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is helpful for breaking this behaviour. In addition, treatment such as dialectical behavior therapy can help a person manage their tolerance of distress.

Which therapies are best for self-harm?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, psychodynamic, and mentalisation-based therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies are common approaches for people who have painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual cope with distress, regulate emotions, and manage impulsive urges.

Does the tendency to self-harm mean the person is suicidal?
Having this urge does not mean the individual suffers from suicidal ideation. People who want to self-injure look to distract or alleviate themselves from the pain they are experiencing. People with suicidal tendencies want to end life altogether. However, this does not mean a person with the intent to self-harm will not attempt suicide.

How often and how long are therapy sessions for self-harm?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Clients may see improvement within 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, maybe, a six-month period. People, especially those with co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, may need to continue therapy for up to 12 to 18 months.