A safe place to learn DBT coping skills with like-minded folks. Skills are taught from the following modules: mindfulness (getting in control of your mind), distress tolerance (surviving a crisis and not making things worse), interpersonal effectiveness (getting what you want, saying "yes" or "no", keeping or ending relationships), and emotion regulation (naming your emotions and changing ineffective emotions). These skills are essential in validating your experience while getting the life that helps you want to wake up in the morning.
Hosted by Emily June Harrison
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS
Group meets in Raleigh, NC 27609
A safe place to learn DBT coping skills with like-minded folks. Skills are taught from the following modules: mindfulness (getting in control of your mind), distress tolerance (surviving a crisis and not making things worse), interpersonal effectiveness (getting what you want, saying "yes" or "no", keeping or ending relationships), and emotion regulation (naming your emotions and changing ineffective emotions). These skills are essential in validating your experience while getting the life that helps you want to wake up in the morning.
***GROUP NOT AVAILABLE CURRENTLY. ONLY OFFERING INDIVIDUAL DBT COACHING WHERE SKILLS CAN BE LEARNED.*** We cover modules of mindfulness, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance. The groups are structured AS a class as we cover new skills each week and assign homework to strengthen skills in client's day to day. Class begins with a mindfulness practice then discussion of how to best fit the skills into your life. This is perfect for individuals ready to learn how to make changes. If you are interested, visit our website to see if DBT is a good fit for you!
***GROUP NOT AVAILABLE CURRENTLY. ONLY OFFERING INDIVIDUAL DBT COACHING WHERE SKILLS CAN BE LEARNED.*** We cover modules of mindfulness, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance. The groups are structured AS a class as we cover new skills each week and assign homework to strengthen skills in client's day to day. Class begins with a mindfulness practice then discussion of how to best fit the skills into your life. This is perfect for individuals ready to learn how to make changes. If you are interested, visit our website to see if DBT is a good fit for you!
More Groups Nearby
starting August 25 2026. This virtual DBT skills group is for adult individuals currently meeting with an individual therapist and struggling with emotional regulation, interpersonal skills, or low distress tolerance. Group members should be 18 years or older and free from suicide attempts and significant self-harm for at least 6 months. Accepting BCBS, Aetna, cigna and SHP as an INN provider. Sliding scale available for self pay
Hosted by Chloe Elizabeth Canady
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in Durham, NC 27713
starting August 25 2026. This virtual DBT skills group is for adult individuals currently meeting with an individual therapist and struggling with emotional regulation, interpersonal skills, or low distress tolerance. Group members should be 18 years or older and free from suicide attempts and significant self-harm for at least 6 months. Accepting BCBS, Aetna, cigna and SHP as an INN provider. Sliding scale available for self pay
Dealing with anxiety can feel overwhelming and unattainable. This group focuses on providing you with the tools to work with your anxiety and decrease negative symptoms. Group members will learn a variety of skills and be introduced to a creative approach to feeling safe and secure when dealing with anxiety.
Hosted by Tina Kinnan
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, MRC, LCMHCS, CTRP-C
Group meets in Cary, NC 27511
Dealing with anxiety can feel overwhelming and unattainable. This group focuses on providing you with the tools to work with your anxiety and decrease negative symptoms. Group members will learn a variety of skills and be introduced to a creative approach to feeling safe and secure when dealing with anxiety.
Our partial hospitalization program (PHP) is an intensive treatment service for teens (13-18) with significant and serious mental and/or emotional issues. Treatment includes individual and family therapy, age-appropriate skills education and process groups, as well as opportunities for teens to get creative, get active, and lead themselves. As mid-level treatment, PHP supports teens “stepping down” from inpatient care or serve as a “step up” if they need more support than outpatient therapy can provide.
Our partial hospitalization program (PHP) is an intensive treatment service for teens (13-18) with significant and serious mental and/or emotional issues. Treatment includes individual and family therapy, age-appropriate skills education and process groups, as well as opportunities for teens to get creative, get active, and lead themselves. As mid-level treatment, PHP supports teens “stepping down” from inpatient care or serve as a “step up” if they need more support than outpatient therapy can provide.
Online Groups
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 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 & 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
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. 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
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
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 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.
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 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).
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.