Self-Harming Support Groups in San Francisco, CA

Seeking participants for an online dialectical behavioral therapy group. We will cover; mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation and interpersonal effectiveness. Materials will be provided. Likely a 1.5-2 hour weekly group.
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Hosted by Brian Wolfe
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, Life, Coach
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94124
Seeking participants for an online dialectical behavioral therapy group. We will cover; mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation and interpersonal effectiveness. Materials will be provided. Likely a 1.5-2 hour weekly group.
(510) 650-1917 View (510) 650-1917

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Adolescents appear to be struggling more and more with how to manage powerful and often negative emotions. If your teen is choosing unhealthy ways to cope with feelings, they may benefit from my supportive and directive group that encourages active skills practice and emotional and behavioral change.
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Hosted by Christina R Sinclair
Psychologist, PhD
Group meets in Walnut Creek, CA 94597
Adolescents appear to be struggling more and more with how to manage powerful and often negative emotions. If your teen is choosing unhealthy ways to cope with feelings, they may benefit from my supportive and directive group that encourages active skills practice and emotional and behavioral change.
(510) 205-5424 View (510) 205-5424
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.
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Hosted by Evolve East Bay Teen Treatment Center
Treatment Center
Group meets in Danville, CA 94526
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.
(925) 886-0258 View (925) 886-0258
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
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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
A group for parents and caregivers of teenagers (ages 13-19) who are currently experiencing or recently experienced a mental health crisis. This includes caregivers of teens that are currently in a higher level of care program (inpatient, residential, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient) or were recently in a program. The purpose of this group is to help parents navigate crises with their teens, giving them tools to better communicate with and support their teens, while also getting support from other parents with similar experiences.
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Hosted by Zoe Machado
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Group meets in Berkeley, CA 94710
A group for parents and caregivers of teenagers (ages 13-19) who are currently experiencing or recently experienced a mental health crisis. This includes caregivers of teens that are currently in a higher level of care program (inpatient, residential, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient) or were recently in a program. The purpose of this group is to help parents navigate crises with their teens, giving them tools to better communicate with and support their teens, while also getting support from other parents with similar experiences.
(650) 750-0618 View (650) 750-0618
In this group, teens will learn and practice DBT skills that they can use to regulate emotions and behaviors, enhance mood, improve relationships and engage in effective problem solving and communication. DBT is an evidence-based treatment with skills that focus on mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. If you are already being seen at CHC, please ask your therapist about joining the Teen DBT Skills Group. If not, please have a parent call or email the Care Team: 650.688.3625 or careteam@chconline.org.
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Hosted by Children's Health Council (CHC)
Treatment Center
Group meets in Palo Alto, CA 94304
In this group, teens will learn and practice DBT skills that they can use to regulate emotions and behaviors, enhance mood, improve relationships and engage in effective problem solving and communication. DBT is an evidence-based treatment with skills that focus on mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. If you are already being seen at CHC, please ask your therapist about joining the Teen DBT Skills Group. If not, please have a parent call or email the Care Team: 650.688.3625 or careteam@chconline.org.
(650) 681-2772 View (650) 681-2772
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.
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Hosted by Evolve Residential Treatment Centers for Teens
Treatment Center
Group meets in Danville, CA 94526
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.
(925) 378-4864 View (925) 378-4864
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 Teen Mental Health Treatment Center at Evolve
Treatment Center
Group meets in Lafayette, CA 94549
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.
(925) 962-5504 View (925) 962-5504
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 East Bay Teen Treatment Center, Treatment Center
Hosted by Evolve East Bay Teen Treatment Center
Treatment Center
Group meets in Danville, CA 94526
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.
(925) 886-0258 View (925) 886-0258
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 Teen Outpatient Treatment Center - Danville
Treatment Center
Group meets in Danville, CA 94526
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.
(925) 392-3978 View (925) 392-3978
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 DBT Residential Treatment Center for Teens, Treatment Center
Hosted by Evolve DBT Residential Treatment Center for Teens
Treatment Center
Group meets in Danville, CA 94526
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.
(925) 306-1390 View (925) 306-1390
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 Lafayette, CA 94549
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.
(925) 297-6848 View (925) 297-6848
RISE Intensive Outpatient Program for high school teens features comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), including: individual and group therapy, multi-family skills groups to help foster positive family relationships, and 24/7 phone coaching for teens. Staffed by seasoned, licensed clinicians who specialize in working with teens, the 12-week program offers adolescent psychiatry and medication management; support with transitions between IOP, inpatient and outpatient therapy; and coordination with outside mental health providers, school staff and appropriate medical professionals. Insurance-based; scholarships available for un/underinsured clients. Currently operating in a hybrid model.
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Hosted by Children's Health Council (CHC)
Treatment Center
Group meets in Palo Alto, CA 94304
RISE Intensive Outpatient Program for high school teens features comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), including: individual and group therapy, multi-family skills groups to help foster positive family relationships, and 24/7 phone coaching for teens. Staffed by seasoned, licensed clinicians who specialize in working with teens, the 12-week program offers adolescent psychiatry and medication management; support with transitions between IOP, inpatient and outpatient therapy; and coordination with outside mental health providers, school staff and appropriate medical professionals. Insurance-based; scholarships available for un/underinsured clients. Currently operating in a hybrid model.
(650) 681-2772 View (650) 681-2772
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 Teen Anxiety & Depression Treatment at Evolve
Treatment Center
Group meets in Lafayette, CA 94549
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.
(925) 962-5118 View (925) 962-5118
At The Curiosity Center, our mission is to support individuals and families by offering personalized, comprehensive mental health services. We specialize in Child-Parent Psychotherapy, Individual Teen and Adult Therapy, and Parenting Support. With each service tailored to meet your unique needs, we aim to empower, nurture resilience, and foster healthier relationships. Guided by compassion and a profound understanding of our diverse community, we provide a safe space for exploration, growth, and the transformation of lives. Together, we strive for mental wellbeing, healthier relationships and a fulfilling life journey for all. To learn more, please visit www.TheCuriosityCenter.com
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Hosted by Pyar Khatri
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Group meets in Redwood City, CA 94064
At The Curiosity Center, our mission is to support individuals and families by offering personalized, comprehensive mental health services. We specialize in Child-Parent Psychotherapy, Individual Teen and Adult Therapy, and Parenting Support. With each service tailored to meet your unique needs, we aim to empower, nurture resilience, and foster healthier relationships. Guided by compassion and a profound understanding of our diverse community, we provide a safe space for exploration, growth, and the transformation of lives. Together, we strive for mental wellbeing, healthier relationships and a fulfilling life journey for all. To learn more, please visit www.TheCuriosityCenter.com
(650) 460-5115 View (650) 460-5115
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 Teen Depression Treatment Center at Evolve
Treatment Center
Group meets in Walnut Creek, CA 94598
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.
(925) 478-5244 View (925) 478-5244
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.
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Hosted by Evolve Teen Outpatient Treatment Center - Danville
Treatment Center
Group meets in Danville, CA 94526
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.
(925) 392-3978 View (925) 392-3978
This skills-based group is for middle school youth with difficulty regulating mood and behaviors and/or related relationship challenges. Parents and teens will be taught a structured Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) curriculum that will offer skills for distress tolerance, mindfulness, emotion regulation and effective communication. Parent involvement both supports teens in using skills and offers parents skills they can apply to their own lives.
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Hosted by Children's Health Council (CHC)
Treatment Center
Group meets in Palo Alto, CA 94304
This skills-based group is for middle school youth with difficulty regulating mood and behaviors and/or related relationship challenges. Parents and teens will be taught a structured Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) curriculum that will offer skills for distress tolerance, mindfulness, emotion regulation and effective communication. Parent involvement both supports teens in using skills and offers parents skills they can apply to their own lives.
(650) 681-2772 View (650) 681-2772
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.
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Hosted by Teen Anxiety & Depression Treatment at Evolve
Treatment Center
Group meets in Lafayette, CA 94549
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.
(925) 962-5118 View (925) 962-5118
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 Residential Treatment Centers for Teens, Treatment Center
Hosted by Evolve Residential Treatment Centers for Teens
Treatment Center
Group meets in Walnut Creek, CA 94598
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.
(925) 478-7606 View (925) 478-7606

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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.