Are you tired of paying for individual therapy for your teen, in addition to separate parenting sessions that just don't seem effective anymore? In our DBT group, we meet with teens & parents for the first half of the session where we teach mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and effective communication skills. In the second half of each session, the group splits into two – teens in one & parents in another. This is where we give real life and real time examples of the skills being learned. Learn More at: RealHonestTherapy.com
Hosted by Amit Davé
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Encino, CA 91436
Do you have trouble turning your goals into action? Do you find yourself thinking, “I know what I want, but I just can’t get it?” My approach to therapy is to help identify the things that are getting in your way. For some people it’s anxiety, depression, or self-esteem. For others it might be relationship issues or patterns that always seem to lead to disappointment.
In our DBT group, we meet with teens & parents for the first half of the session where we teach mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and effective communication skills. In the second half of each session, the group splits into two– teens in one & parents in another. This is where we give real life and real time examples of the skills being learned. Learn More at: RealHonestTherapy.com
Hosted by Curt Widhalm
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Encino, CA 91436
Are you looking for a more straightforward approach to your struggles? I receive feedback from many of my clients about how I'm different than other therapists. I take this to mean that I have been able to establish real, honest relationships with my clients. I treat my clients with respect, fairness, and an opportunity to be their true selves.
Are you tired of paying for individual therapy for your teen, in addition to separate parenting sessions that just don't seem effective anymore? In our DBT group, we meet with teens & parents for the first half of the session where we teach mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and effective communication skills. In the second half of each session, the group splits into two– teens in one & parents in another. This is where we give real life and real time examples of the skills being learned.
Hosted by Leonel Gonzalez
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Encino, CA 91436
Are you looking for a direct and supportive approach to healing and achieving personal goals based on your current situation? My name is Leonel Gonzalez, or Leo, as many call me. I bring a unique blend of strength, dedication, and empathy to every session, forming the bedrock of your healing journey. With a background rooted in service, I am here to meet you exactly where you are. Whether you’re grappling with trauma, anxiety or navigating complex family dynamics, my commitment to supporting you shines through.
Are you tired of paying for individual therapy for your teen, in addition to separate parenting sessions that just don't seem effective anymore?In our DBT group, we meet with teens & parents for the first half of the session where we teach mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and effective communication skills. In the second half of each session, the group splits into two– teens in one & parents in another. This is where we give real life and real time examples of the skills being learned. Learn More at: RealHonestTherapy.com
Hosted by Shireen Shahidi
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Encino, CA 91436
Hey there! If you're feeling overwhelmed and going through tough times, I'm here to lend you a helping hand. I specialize in working with people of all ages who are facing anxiety, depression, and trauma. My goal is to provide you with a compassionate and empathetic approach to help you heal and grow. I want you to feel comfortable and relaxed when sharing your thoughts and emotions with me, so we can work together to overcome any obstacles.
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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.