Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based, cognitive-behavioral treatment designed to help individuals who experience intense emotions, impulsive behaviors, and challenges in relationships and may also exhibit moderate to high-risk behaviors such as suicidality, self-harm, and addiction. DBT focuses on building skills in four key areas: Mindfulness, Emotion Regulation, Distress Tolerance, and Interpersonal Effectiveness. Group sessions are available to adults of all ages and genders, with remote and onsite options. Insurance accepted.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based, cognitive-behavioral treatment designed to help individuals who experience intense emotions, impulsive behaviors, and challenges in relationships and may also exhibit moderate to high-risk behaviors such as suicidality, self-harm, and addiction. DBT focuses on building skills in four key areas: Mindfulness, Emotion Regulation, Distress Tolerance, and Interpersonal Effectiveness. Group sessions are available to adults of all ages and genders, with remote and onsite options. Insurance accepted.
Our Adult DBT group is open to all individual currently supported by a therapist, it can be any therapist. DBT skills were developed to help us build a life worth living by teaching us the communication, mindfulness, and emotion regulation skills that we might have missed out on or need a refresher. Originally developed for BPD, research has show that DBT can be beneficial for many people including people with Depression, ADHD, Bipolar, PTSD, and many more.
Hosted by Waystation Counseling PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28209
Our Adult DBT group is open to all individual currently supported by a therapist, it can be any therapist. DBT skills were developed to help us build a life worth living by teaching us the communication, mindfulness, and emotion regulation skills that we might have missed out on or need a refresher. Originally developed for BPD, research has show that DBT can be beneficial for many people including people with Depression, ADHD, Bipolar, PTSD, and many more.
IOP is designed for adolescents who need a higher level care with minimal interference in their school day. Our IOP includes 8 hrs and 15 min of group three times per week including process from 3:00 to 4:15 PM and psycho-ed from 4:30 to 5:45 PM in addition to a weekly parent support group. Participants will receive a weekly individual session and a biweekly family session with their assigned clinician. Our clinicians will communicate with schools and outside providers to coordinate care.
Hosted by Queen City Counseling & Consulting, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28210
IOP is designed for adolescents who need a higher level care with minimal interference in their school day. Our IOP includes 8 hrs and 15 min of group three times per week including process from 3:00 to 4:15 PM and psycho-ed from 4:30 to 5:45 PM in addition to a weekly parent support group. Participants will receive a weekly individual session and a biweekly family session with their assigned clinician. Our clinicians will communicate with schools and outside providers to coordinate care.
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This virtual group is a safe and supportive space for people to learn and practice Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills. We focus on building practical tools that you can use in your everyday life when things feel overwhelming, intense, or upsetting. These skills help you handle emotions, stress, and relationships in healthier ways. In this group, you will learn and practice new DBT skills, get support from others who are also learning, and share your experiences. Please note: This group is not a replacement for individual therapy. If you are struggling with mental health issues, please seek professional help.
Hosted by Timothy Spitzhoff
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS-A
Group meets in Huntersville, NC 28078
This virtual group is a safe and supportive space for people to learn and practice Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills. We focus on building practical tools that you can use in your everyday life when things feel overwhelming, intense, or upsetting. These skills help you handle emotions, stress, and relationships in healthier ways. In this group, you will learn and practice new DBT skills, get support from others who are also learning, and share your experiences. Please note: This group is not a replacement for individual therapy. If you are struggling with mental health issues, please seek professional help.
DBT Skills group that enhances participants understanding of mindfulness, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and emotion regulation and how using these skills will help them lead a happier more fulfilling life.
Hosted by Grimes Effective Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in Huntersville, NC 28078
DBT Skills group that enhances participants understanding of mindfulness, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and emotion regulation and how using these skills will help them lead a happier more fulfilling life.
Southlake Counseling is DBT- Linehan Board Certified. By adhering to their evidence-based curriculum, we’re able to ensure clients and families that we’re following a model that has been proven to decrease self-harm rates and lower treatment dropout. Engage in supportive group settings where you can share experiences, gain insights from others, and practice new skills in a collaborative environment.
Southlake Counseling is DBT- Linehan Board Certified. By adhering to their evidence-based curriculum, we’re able to ensure clients and families that we’re following a model that has been proven to decrease self-harm rates and lower treatment dropout. Engage in supportive group settings where you can share experiences, gain insights from others, and practice new skills in a collaborative environment.
Online Groups
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based treatment created to assist your teenager in building skills that will help them regulate difficult emotions, urges to self-harm, and create a life worth living! DBT is designed to help individuals who struggle to regulate extreme emotions, suicidal ideation, self-harm behaviors, negative thinking, and difficulty with relationships. Our DBT program is a 6-month commitment of a 24-week skills course ($1,440) and a 50-minute individual session ($125) weekly. As well as a parent/guardian commitment to attend an 8-session DBT family support course (cost: $480).
Hosted by Lora Pilcher
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, NCC, LCMHC, LPC
Group meets in Pinehurst, NC 28374
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based treatment created to assist your teenager in building skills that will help them regulate difficult emotions, urges to self-harm, and create a life worth living! DBT is designed to help individuals who struggle to regulate extreme emotions, suicidal ideation, self-harm behaviors, negative thinking, and difficulty with relationships. Our DBT program is a 6-month commitment of a 24-week skills course ($1,440) and a 50-minute individual session ($125) weekly. As well as a parent/guardian commitment to attend an 8-session DBT family support course (cost: $480).
Learn new coping skills to manage emotions more effectively. Our DBT groups are based on the proven model established by Dr. Marsha Linehan. Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills are a game-changer. This is a small group so time is available to address each person's needs and experience each week with implementing the skills learned. This is a module based group so new people may join and finish at different times. Give us a call to schedule your intake session for the group.
Learn new coping skills to manage emotions more effectively. Our DBT groups are based on the proven model established by Dr. Marsha Linehan. Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills are a game-changer. This is a small group so time is available to address each person's needs and experience each week with implementing the skills learned. This is a module based group so new people may join and finish at different times. Give us a call to schedule your intake session for the group.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy is an evidence-based treatment for behaviors like impulsivity, suicide attempts/self-harm, emotional instability, & addiction. DBT says a client's primary problem is emotional vulnerability & difficulty regulating emotional responses. Ongoing "emotion dysregulation" impacts relationships, coping skills, clear thinking under stress, & a stable sense of self. This 16 week group focuses on Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, Emotion Regulation, & Distress Tolerance. DBT teaches "radical acceptance", the need for change, and skills to build a life worth living. Adolescents: Monday or Thursday 4:30-5:45; Adults: Monday 6:00-7:15 *Led by Susannah S. Cecil, LCMHCS
Hosted by Gabriel Paul Guynn
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LMHCA
Group meets in Winston Salem, NC 27103
Dialectical Behavior Therapy is an evidence-based treatment for behaviors like impulsivity, suicide attempts/self-harm, emotional instability, & addiction. DBT says a client's primary problem is emotional vulnerability & difficulty regulating emotional responses. Ongoing "emotion dysregulation" impacts relationships, coping skills, clear thinking under stress, & a stable sense of self. This 16 week group focuses on Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, Emotion Regulation, & Distress Tolerance. DBT teaches "radical acceptance", the need for change, and skills to build a life worth living. Adolescents: Monday or Thursday 4:30-5:45; Adults: Monday 6:00-7:15 *Led by Susannah S. Cecil, LCMHCS
Dialectical Behavior Therapy is an evidence-based treatment for behaviors like impulsivity, suicide attempts/self-harm, emotional instability, & addiction. DBT says a client's primary problem is emotional vulnerability and difficulty regulating emotional responses. Ongoing "emotion dysregulation" impacts relationships, coping skills, clear thinking under stress, and a stable sense of self. This 16 week group focuses on Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, Emotion Regulation, and Distress Tolerance. DBT teaches "radical acceptance" of self, the need for change, and skills to build a life worth living. Mondays 6:00-7:15 *Group facilitated by Susannah S. Cecil, LCMHCS, E-RYT
Hosted by Amber Todd-Guy
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LCMHCA
Group meets in Winston Salem, NC 27103
Dialectical Behavior Therapy is an evidence-based treatment for behaviors like impulsivity, suicide attempts/self-harm, emotional instability, & addiction. DBT says a client's primary problem is emotional vulnerability and difficulty regulating emotional responses. Ongoing "emotion dysregulation" impacts relationships, coping skills, clear thinking under stress, and a stable sense of self. This 16 week group focuses on Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, Emotion Regulation, and Distress Tolerance. DBT teaches "radical acceptance" of self, the need for change, and skills to build a life worth living. Mondays 6:00-7:15 *Group facilitated by Susannah S. Cecil, LCMHCS, E-RYT
The focus in DBT treatment is "radical" acceptance of oneself, while learning behavioral skills specifically designed to help overcome emotional vulnerability and to build a life worth living. Research indicates that Dialectical Behavior Therapy is successful in treating out-of-control behaviors like impulsivity, suicidal ideation & attempts, self-harm, eating disorders, substance abuse & addiction. DBT considers the client's primary problem to be a combination of emotional vulnerability and an inability to regulate emotions. Ongoing "emotional dysregulation" impairs clients' functioning in personal relationships, developing coping skills, thinking clearly in stressful situations and holding onto a sense of self.
Hosted by New Life Counseling Center, PLLC
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, LCMHCS
Group meets in Winston Salem, NC 27103
The focus in DBT treatment is "radical" acceptance of oneself, while learning behavioral skills specifically designed to help overcome emotional vulnerability and to build a life worth living. Research indicates that Dialectical Behavior Therapy is successful in treating out-of-control behaviors like impulsivity, suicidal ideation & attempts, self-harm, eating disorders, substance abuse & addiction. DBT considers the client's primary problem to be a combination of emotional vulnerability and an inability to regulate emotions. Ongoing "emotional dysregulation" impairs clients' functioning in personal relationships, developing coping skills, thinking clearly in stressful situations and holding onto a sense of self.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy is an evidence-based treatment for behaviors like impulsivity, suicide attempts/self-harm, emotional instability, & addiction. DBT says a client's primary problem is emotional vulnerability and difficulty regulating emotional responses. Ongoing "emotion dysregulation" impacts relationships, coping skills, clear thinking under stress, and a stable sense of self. This 16 week group focuses on Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, Emotion Regulation, and Distress Tolerance. DBT teaches "radical acceptance" of self, the need for change, and skills to build a life worth living. Thursdays 6:15-7:30 *Group facilitated by Sierra Felix, LCMHC
Hosted by Amber Todd-Guy
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LCMHCA
Group meets in Winston Salem, NC 27103
Dialectical Behavior Therapy is an evidence-based treatment for behaviors like impulsivity, suicide attempts/self-harm, emotional instability, & addiction. DBT says a client's primary problem is emotional vulnerability and difficulty regulating emotional responses. Ongoing "emotion dysregulation" impacts relationships, coping skills, clear thinking under stress, and a stable sense of self. This 16 week group focuses on Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, Emotion Regulation, and Distress Tolerance. DBT teaches "radical acceptance" of self, the need for change, and skills to build a life worth living. Thursdays 6:15-7:30 *Group facilitated by Sierra Felix, LCMHC
Dialectical Behavior Therapy is an evidence-based treatment for behaviors like impulsivity, suicide attempts/self-harm, emotional instability, & addiction. DBT says a client's primary problem is emotional vulnerability and difficulty regulating emotional responses. Ongoing "emotion dysregulation" impacts relationships, coping skills, clear thinking under stress, and a stable sense of self. This 16 week group focuses on Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, Emotion Regulation, and Distress Tolerance. DBT teaches "radical acceptance" of self, the need for change, and skills to build a life worth living. Thursdays 6:15-7:30 *Group facilitated by Sierra Felix, LCMHC
Hosted by Gabriel Paul Guynn
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LMHCA
Group meets in Winston Salem, NC 27103
Dialectical Behavior Therapy is an evidence-based treatment for behaviors like impulsivity, suicide attempts/self-harm, emotional instability, & addiction. DBT says a client's primary problem is emotional vulnerability and difficulty regulating emotional responses. Ongoing "emotion dysregulation" impacts relationships, coping skills, clear thinking under stress, and a stable sense of self. This 16 week group focuses on Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, Emotion Regulation, and Distress Tolerance. DBT teaches "radical acceptance" of self, the need for change, and skills to build a life worth living. Thursdays 6:15-7:30 *Group facilitated by Sierra Felix, LCMHC
Dialectical Behavior Therapy is an evidence based approach to treating out-of-control behaviors like impulsivity, suicidal ideation & attempts, self-harm, eating disorders, substance abuse & addiction. DBT considers the primary problem to be a combination of emotional vulnerability and an inability to regulate emotional responses. Ongoing "emotional dysregulation" negatively impacts a client's functioning in personal relationships, developing coping skills, thinking clearly in stressful situations and holding on to a sense of self. DBT Group focuses on "radical" acceptance of oneself, while learning behavioral skills specifically designed to help overcome emotional vulnerability and to help build a life worth living.
Hosted by New Life Counseling Center, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Group meets in Winston Salem, NC 27103
Dialectical Behavior Therapy is an evidence based approach to treating out-of-control behaviors like impulsivity, suicidal ideation & attempts, self-harm, eating disorders, substance abuse & addiction. DBT considers the primary problem to be a combination of emotional vulnerability and an inability to regulate emotional responses. Ongoing "emotional dysregulation" negatively impacts a client's functioning in personal relationships, developing coping skills, thinking clearly in stressful situations and holding on to a sense of self. DBT Group focuses on "radical" acceptance of oneself, while learning behavioral skills specifically designed to help overcome emotional vulnerability and to help build a life worth living.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy is an evidence-based treatment for impulsivity, suicide attempts/self-harm, emotional instability, & addiction. DBT says a client's primary problem is emotional vulnerability and difficulty regulating emotional responses. Ongoing "emotion dysregulation" impacts relationships, coping skills, clear thinking under stress, and a stable sense of self. These 16 weeks focus on Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, Emotion Regulation, and Distress Tolerance. DBT teaches "radical acceptance" of self, the need for change, & skills to build a life worth living. Adolescents: Monday/Thursday 4:30-5:45; Adults: Monday 6:00-7:15 *Facilitator: Susannah S. Cecil, MEd, LCMHCS, E-RYT
Dialectical Behavior Therapy is an evidence-based treatment for impulsivity, suicide attempts/self-harm, emotional instability, & addiction. DBT says a client's primary problem is emotional vulnerability and difficulty regulating emotional responses. Ongoing "emotion dysregulation" impacts relationships, coping skills, clear thinking under stress, and a stable sense of self. These 16 weeks focus on Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, Emotion Regulation, and Distress Tolerance. DBT teaches "radical acceptance" of self, the need for change, & skills to build a life worth living. Adolescents: Monday/Thursday 4:30-5:45; Adults: Monday 6:00-7:15 *Facilitator: Susannah S. Cecil, MEd, LCMHCS, E-RYT
Learn new coping skills to manage emotions more effectively. Our DBT groups are based on the proven model established by Dr. Marsha Linehan. Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills are a game-changer. This is a small group so time is available to address each person's needs and experience each week with implementing the skills learned. This is a module based group so new people may join and finish at different times. Give us a call to schedule your intake session for the group.
Learn new coping skills to manage emotions more effectively. Our DBT groups are based on the proven model established by Dr. Marsha Linehan. Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills are a game-changer. This is a small group so time is available to address each person's needs and experience each week with implementing the skills learned. This is a module based group so new people may join and finish at different times. Give us a call to schedule your intake session for the group.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy is an evidence-based treatment for behaviors like impulsivity, suicide attempts/self-harm, emotional instability, & addiction. DBT says a client's primary problem is emotional vulnerability and difficulty regulating emotional responses. Ongoing "emotion dysregulation" impacts relationships, coping skills, clear thinking under stress, and a stable sense of self. This 16 week group focuses on Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, Emotion Regulation, and Distress Tolerance. DBT teaches "radical acceptance" of self, the need for change, and skills to build a life worth living. Adolescents: Monday or Thursday 4:30-5:45; Adults: Monday 6:00-7:15
Hosted by Susannah S Cecil
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LCMHCS, E-RYT
Group meets in Winston Salem, NC 27103
Dialectical Behavior Therapy is an evidence-based treatment for behaviors like impulsivity, suicide attempts/self-harm, emotional instability, & addiction. DBT says a client's primary problem is emotional vulnerability and difficulty regulating emotional responses. Ongoing "emotion dysregulation" impacts relationships, coping skills, clear thinking under stress, and a stable sense of self. This 16 week group focuses on Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, Emotion Regulation, and Distress Tolerance. DBT teaches "radical acceptance" of self, the need for change, and skills to build a life worth living. Adolescents: Monday or Thursday 4:30-5:45; Adults: Monday 6:00-7:15
Dialectical Behavior Therapy is an evidence-based treatment for behaviors like impulsivity, suicide attempts/self-harm, emotional instability, & addiction. DBT says a client's primary problem is emotional vulnerability and difficulty regulating emotional responses. Ongoing "emotion dysregulation" impacts relationships, coping skills, clear thinking under stress, and a stable sense of self. This 16 week group focuses on Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, Emotion Regulation, and Distress Tolerance. DBT teaches "radical acceptance" of self, the need for change, and skills to build a life worth living. Thursdays 6:15-7:30 *Group facilitated by Sierra Felix, LCMHC
Hosted by Susannah S Cecil
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LCMHCS, E-RYT
Group meets in Winston Salem, NC 27103
Dialectical Behavior Therapy is an evidence-based treatment for behaviors like impulsivity, suicide attempts/self-harm, emotional instability, & addiction. DBT says a client's primary problem is emotional vulnerability and difficulty regulating emotional responses. Ongoing "emotion dysregulation" impacts relationships, coping skills, clear thinking under stress, and a stable sense of self. This 16 week group focuses on Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, Emotion Regulation, and Distress Tolerance. DBT teaches "radical acceptance" of self, the need for change, and skills to build a life worth living. Thursdays 6:15-7:30 *Group facilitated by Sierra Felix, LCMHC
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Self-Harming Support Groups
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.