Borderline Personality (BPD) Support Groups in Gainesville, VA

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Group at Clarity Counseling provides clients with practical, concrete coping skills in the areas of mindfulness, relationships & communication, regulating emotions and dealing with stress. These groups run for 15-weeks and spends 3-5 weeks per module of DBT. These groups are for both males and females and are separated between teens and adults. All members are required to have a primary therapist to expand on learned skills and updates will be provided weekly for collaboration of care. Each group starts a new cohort every 17 weeks and is currently enrolling new members for the next cohort.
Photo of Alicia Ayvas - Clarity Counseling, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S
Hosted by Clarity Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S
Group meets in Gainesville, VA 20155
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Group at Clarity Counseling provides clients with practical, concrete coping skills in the areas of mindfulness, relationships & communication, regulating emotions and dealing with stress. These groups run for 15-weeks and spends 3-5 weeks per module of DBT. These groups are for both males and females and are separated between teens and adults. All members are required to have a primary therapist to expand on learned skills and updates will be provided weekly for collaboration of care. Each group starts a new cohort every 17 weeks and is currently enrolling new members for the next cohort.
(571) 520-6408 View (571) 520-6408
The group is energetic, educational, and targets all 4 modules in DBT and will leave clients with a comprehensive binder of all of the skills learned throughout the group. This group will be offered in-person at the Gainesville location, Reston location, and virtually in VA/MD, and will spend 6 weeks per module and have 1 bi-week prior to starting a new module. Pending the group size, the group could accept new group members at the start of the new module, but this group will max out at 6 members.
Photo of Alicia Ayvas - Clarity Counseling, LLC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW, CEDS-C
Hosted by Clarity Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW, CEDS-C
Group meets in Gainesville, VA 20155
The group is energetic, educational, and targets all 4 modules in DBT and will leave clients with a comprehensive binder of all of the skills learned throughout the group. This group will be offered in-person at the Gainesville location, Reston location, and virtually in VA/MD, and will spend 6 weeks per module and have 1 bi-week prior to starting a new module. Pending the group size, the group could accept new group members at the start of the new module, but this group will max out at 6 members.
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Build emotional resilience in our virtual DBT Skills Group for adults in DC, MD, and VA. This trauma-informed program focuses on the four core modules: Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness. Whether you’re struggling with mood instability, anxiety, or relationship stress, we provide practical tools to manage intense emotions and break unhealthy patterns. Format: Small, Virtual • Insurance: In-network with BCBS and Sentara . Stop feeling stuck and start feeling in control. Contact Good Company Therapy Group to join our supportive community and begin your healing journey today!
Photo of Maddison Pezzelle, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCSW-C, LICSW
Hosted by Maddison Pezzelle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCSW-C, LICSW
Group meets in Vienna, VA 22182
Build emotional resilience in our virtual DBT Skills Group for adults in DC, MD, and VA. This trauma-informed program focuses on the four core modules: Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness. Whether you’re struggling with mood instability, anxiety, or relationship stress, we provide practical tools to manage intense emotions and break unhealthy patterns. Format: Small, Virtual • Insurance: In-network with BCBS and Sentara . Stop feeling stuck and start feeling in control. Contact Good Company Therapy Group to join our supportive community and begin your healing journey today!
(571) 563-9936 View (571) 563-9936
Eight weekly 60 minute learning and support groups for adult friends and family of those with emotion regulation difficulties. Gain support and learn about DBT, not a therapy group. Learn about the structure of DBT. Learn how to support loved ones in their therapy. Learn to better interact with loved ones and increase effective behavior in others. Learn to regulate yourself in challenging interpersonal situations with loved ones. Receive an overview of behavioral tools, interpersonal skills, mindfulness and cognitive behavioral theory. Share support with others with similar experiences. Overall, we learn how to change our own behavior to influence the behavior of others.
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Hosted by Julie Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Group meets in Falls Church, VA 22046
Eight weekly 60 minute learning and support groups for adult friends and family of those with emotion regulation difficulties. Gain support and learn about DBT, not a therapy group. Learn about the structure of DBT. Learn how to support loved ones in their therapy. Learn to better interact with loved ones and increase effective behavior in others. Learn to regulate yourself in challenging interpersonal situations with loved ones. Receive an overview of behavioral tools, interpersonal skills, mindfulness and cognitive behavioral theory. Share support with others with similar experiences. Overall, we learn how to change our own behavior to influence the behavior of others.
(571) 339-5440 View (571) 339-5440
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based treatment that helps individuals live more in the moment, better manage intense emotions, reduce impulsive behavior, and improve their relationships. In this group, we will learn skills from the modules of DBT: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. Participants commit to joining eight weeks at a time and the full program is 24 weeks. The group is held in person in our Ashburn office on Tuesdays from 6:00pm-7:30pm. Our next module (Emotion Regulation) will start on February 4th. *A reduced fee is available based on income.*
Photo of Vanessa Cheshier, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Hosted by Vanessa Cheshier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in Ashburn, VA 20147
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based treatment that helps individuals live more in the moment, better manage intense emotions, reduce impulsive behavior, and improve their relationships. In this group, we will learn skills from the modules of DBT: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. Participants commit to joining eight weeks at a time and the full program is 24 weeks. The group is held in person in our Ashburn office on Tuesdays from 6:00pm-7:30pm. Our next module (Emotion Regulation) will start on February 4th. *A reduced fee is available based on income.*
(571) 324-2658 View (571) 324-2658
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based treatment that helps individuals live more in the moment, better manage intense emotions, reduce impulsive behavior, and improve their relationships. We go over coping skills and strategies from the modules of DBT: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. Participants commit to joining eight weeks at a time, The full program is 24 weeks. Vanessa Cheshier, LCSW completed DBT intensive training through Fairfax County in 2019. She has been facilitating DBT skills groups for the past three years. Morgan Moore, Graduate Intern, has completed DBT coursework and training to support DBT skills groups.
Photo of Morgan Moore, Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Hosted by Morgan Moore
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Group meets in Ashburn, VA 20147
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based treatment that helps individuals live more in the moment, better manage intense emotions, reduce impulsive behavior, and improve their relationships. We go over coping skills and strategies from the modules of DBT: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. Participants commit to joining eight weeks at a time, The full program is 24 weeks. Vanessa Cheshier, LCSW completed DBT intensive training through Fairfax County in 2019. She has been facilitating DBT skills groups for the past three years. Morgan Moore, Graduate Intern, has completed DBT coursework and training to support DBT skills groups.
(540) 202-1715 View (540) 202-1715
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is an evidenced-based treatment that teaches coping skills to help manage emotions and stress through positive behavioral change. Clarity will spend 6 weeks on each of the 4 modules of DBT. Group members will learn skills to be mindful and present, improve communication, manage emotions and tolerate stress. Group members are required to work with a primary therapist in addition to group therapy and meet with the group facilitator once prior to the start of the group for a short group introduction. The group meets on Tuesdays at 7-8:30pm on Zoom.
Photo of Alicia Ayvas - Clarity Counseling, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S
Hosted by Clarity Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S
Group meets in Ashburn, VA 20147
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is an evidenced-based treatment that teaches coping skills to help manage emotions and stress through positive behavioral change. Clarity will spend 6 weeks on each of the 4 modules of DBT. Group members will learn skills to be mindful and present, improve communication, manage emotions and tolerate stress. Group members are required to work with a primary therapist in addition to group therapy and meet with the group facilitator once prior to the start of the group for a short group introduction. The group meets on Tuesdays at 7-8:30pm on Zoom.
(571) 520-6408 View (571) 520-6408
These 15 week DBT Skills groups run every 17 weeks and meets over Zoom. This group is comprehensive skills group that will go over the 4 modules of DBT. Each group member will be required to work with a primary therapist and provide authorization for the group leader to provide weekly updates. Members will be asked to complete diary cards weekly as well as behavioral chains, and will be filling their "tool box" with tools throughout the group. This group has run for 10 years and is a great group for skill building when managing intense emotions.
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Hosted by Clarity Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW, CEDS-C
Group meets in Reston, VA 20190
These 15 week DBT Skills groups run every 17 weeks and meets over Zoom. This group is comprehensive skills group that will go over the 4 modules of DBT. Each group member will be required to work with a primary therapist and provide authorization for the group leader to provide weekly updates. Members will be asked to complete diary cards weekly as well as behavioral chains, and will be filling their "tool box" with tools throughout the group. This group has run for 10 years and is a great group for skill building when managing intense emotions.
(571) 336-1246 View (571) 336-1246
Individualized, Effective, Evidence-Based Treatment for PTSD and Emotional Dysregulation The Corvus Center provides gold standard Evidence-Based treatments specializing in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and serving those with Depression, Anxiety and Emotional Dysregulation. We focus on specialist model of care, rather than a generalized approach, to provide you the highest quality service possible. We are committed to diversity and inclusion of all regardless of race, culture, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability or religion. Providing in-person services in Fairfax and Telehealth services in Virginia and North Carolina.
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Hosted by Sarah B Mulhaul
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Group meets in Fairfax, VA 22030
Individualized, Effective, Evidence-Based Treatment for PTSD and Emotional Dysregulation The Corvus Center provides gold standard Evidence-Based treatments specializing in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and serving those with Depression, Anxiety and Emotional Dysregulation. We focus on specialist model of care, rather than a generalized approach, to provide you the highest quality service possible. We are committed to diversity and inclusion of all regardless of race, culture, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability or religion. Providing in-person services in Fairfax and Telehealth services in Virginia and North Carolina.
(571) 496-8509 View (571) 496-8509

Online Groups

Derailed by triggers? Overwhelmed by life? Stuck? Frustrated by self-sabotage? Join us in exploring DBT skills through an understanding of the Nervous System and learn tools to calm our run away Fight, Flight and Freeze responses. We will practice together the Both-And of Life by learning to recognize and be with our stuck places while also shifting towards more effective ways of being in the world. Come Join Us to Explore: Mindful living Regulating our Nervous System and Emotions Tolerating Discomfort and Distress Finding Ease in Relationships. Adults (18+) - $75/session - Scholarships Available
Photo of Waller Thompson, Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, SEP, NARM
Hosted by Waller Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, SEP, NARM
Group meets in Richmond, VA 23225
Derailed by triggers? Overwhelmed by life? Stuck? Frustrated by self-sabotage? Join us in exploring DBT skills through an understanding of the Nervous System and learn tools to calm our run away Fight, Flight and Freeze responses. We will practice together the Both-And of Life by learning to recognize and be with our stuck places while also shifting towards more effective ways of being in the world. Come Join Us to Explore: Mindful living Regulating our Nervous System and Emotions Tolerating Discomfort and Distress Finding Ease in Relationships. Adults (18+) - $75/session - Scholarships Available
(757) 383-7625 View (757) 383-7625
Where Emotional Struggles Meet Real Solutions. Join our comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills group, held virtually from the comfort of your own home and billable through insurance. This group follows the full DBT model, adapted to a 1-hour format for accessibility. It is led by a DBT-trained clinician with extensive experience teaching the Marsha Linehan model. Ideal for those seeking structured, evidence-based outcomes. Participants will be given practical, evidence-based skills to manage emotions, improve relationships, and reduce impulsive behaviors. Group restarts June 16th. Open Enrollment.
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Hosted by Mindful Innovations
Counselor, MA, LPC, CSOTP
Group meets in Ruckersville, VA 22968
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Where Emotional Struggles Meet Real Solutions. Join our comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills group, held virtually from the comfort of your own home and billable through insurance. This group follows the full DBT model, adapted to a 1-hour format for accessibility. It is led by a DBT-trained clinician with extensive experience teaching the Marsha Linehan model. Ideal for those seeking structured, evidence-based outcomes. Participants will be given practical, evidence-based skills to manage emotions, improve relationships, and reduce impulsive behaviors. Group restarts June 16th. Open Enrollment.
(434) 478-3048 View (434) 478-3048
Join us as we explore a somatic (body-mind) approach to DBT skills through an understanding of the Nervous System and learn tools to calm our Fight, Flight and Freeze responses. We will practice together the Both-And of Life by learning to recognize and be with our stuck places while also shifting towards more effective ways of being in the world. Group begins: Tuesday, January 27th from 6-7:30pm for 8 weeks.
Photo of Molly Blemker, Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Hosted by Molly Blemker
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Group meets in Richmond, VA 23225
Join us as we explore a somatic (body-mind) approach to DBT skills through an understanding of the Nervous System and learn tools to calm our Fight, Flight and Freeze responses. We will practice together the Both-And of Life by learning to recognize and be with our stuck places while also shifting towards more effective ways of being in the world. Group begins: Tuesday, January 27th from 6-7:30pm for 8 weeks.
(804) 589-5725 View (804) 589-5725
Zoom. Accepting new clients for a virtual DBT group. If you have trouble with mood swings, emotional outbursts, relationships, and are feeling like you missed a class in "adulting," this is the class for you! In this virtual class, we will learn skills that will help you to have healthy, fulfilling relationships and feel more grounded in your day-to-day life. With regular practice, you will be feeling like a champ in no time. The group requires active participation (so you can learn and retain skills quickly). Open to adults age 18 and up in Virginia, Indiana, and Colorado.
Photo of Laura Giles, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Hosted by Laura Giles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in Goochland, VA 23063
Zoom. Accepting new clients for a virtual DBT group. If you have trouble with mood swings, emotional outbursts, relationships, and are feeling like you missed a class in "adulting," this is the class for you! In this virtual class, we will learn skills that will help you to have healthy, fulfilling relationships and feel more grounded in your day-to-day life. With regular practice, you will be feeling like a champ in no time. The group requires active participation (so you can learn and retain skills quickly). Open to adults age 18 and up in Virginia, Indiana, and Colorado.
(804) 292-2653 View (804) 292-2653
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a program created by Dr. Marsha Linehan. We offer a full program and an option for just the Skills group as long as clients have a primary therapist who is willing to coordinate with our staff. We have groups for adults and teenagers age 14 and above.
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Hosted by Lighthouse Counseling of Fredericksburg, PLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Group meets in Fredericksburg, VA 22408
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a program created by Dr. Marsha Linehan. We offer a full program and an option for just the Skills group as long as clients have a primary therapist who is willing to coordinate with our staff. We have groups for adults and teenagers age 14 and above.
(540) 469-5033 View (540) 469-5033
At Aspect Counseling and Psychiatry, we are committed to using evidence-based treatments and protocols to help examine and improve all aspects of your mental well-being and develop new insights. 'Our team of skilled therapists and psychiatric NPs is passionate about mental health care, focusing on proven methods to help you achieve your treatment goals. From the moment you reach out, we aim to understand your specific needs and preferences so we can connect you with a provider who is the best fit for you.
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Hosted by Jennifer Peele
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, PMHNP
Group meets in Glen Allen, VA 23060
At Aspect Counseling and Psychiatry, we are committed to using evidence-based treatments and protocols to help examine and improve all aspects of your mental well-being and develop new insights. 'Our team of skilled therapists and psychiatric NPs is passionate about mental health care, focusing on proven methods to help you achieve your treatment goals. From the moment you reach out, we aim to understand your specific needs and preferences so we can connect you with a provider who is the best fit for you.
(804) 376-1923 View (804) 376-1923
Coming soon: Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Skills Group for adults only and adolescents only. Call now for a consult and more information!
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Hosted by Visions of Hope Psychological Services
Verified Verified
Group meets in Richmond, VA 23236
Coming soon: Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Skills Group for adults only and adolescents only. Call now for a consult and more information!
(804) 293-3211 View (804) 293-3211
Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills Group
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Hosted by Alan Von Kleiss
Psychologist, PsyD, ABPP
Group meets in Bon Air, VA 23235
Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills Group
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Those struggling to regulate emotions and finding coping to manage mental health symptoms. 24 week class focused on teaching skills and offering encouragement to practice skills learned in order to improve the quality of your relationship with others and yourself.
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Hosted by Natasha M Joyner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSATP
Group meets in Richmond, VA 23230
Those struggling to regulate emotions and finding coping to manage mental health symptoms. 24 week class focused on teaching skills and offering encouragement to practice skills learned in order to improve the quality of your relationship with others and yourself.
(804) 409-0643 View (804) 409-0643

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Borderline Personality (BPD) Support Groups
What is the most successful approach to treating borderline personality disorder?
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is considered the gold standard of treatment for borderline personality disorder. An evidence-based treatment, it addresses the extreme emotional reactivity, the relationship difficulties, and the acts of self-harm that create so much distress for BPD patients. DBT is a comprehensive program that includes both regular individual psychotherapy sessions and weekly group sessions of skills training.

What happens in treatment of borderline personality disorder?
Treatment typically consists of weekly individual therapy sessions that last an hour and group skill-focused instructional sessions that may last up to two hours. Patients are typically given homework “assignments” in which they are asked to practice in their daily life the skills they acquire in therapy. Patients also keep a diary tracking their emotions and impulses as a way to know which situations are most problematic and to help them gain control over their own behavior. Difficult situations and feelings are typically reviewed in therapy sessions and more constructive solutions found.

What kinds of problems does BPD treatment help with?
DBT was initially developed to dampen the self-destructive impulses of chronically suicidal patients. It is now the treatment of choice for borderline personality disorder, a serious condition marked by extreme emotional reactivity, relationship instability, and self-injurious behaviors. Treatment of BPD helps patients tolerate the flux of emotions without acting on them, often with a specific focus on tolerating negative emotions. DBT addresses the core problems of BPD—fear of abandonment, low self-esteem, and impulsivity.

What is the goal of treatment in borderline personality disorder?
The goal of treatment for borderline personality disorder (BPD) is to relieve the extreme emotional distress that patients experience—to curb their emotional reactivity, to minimize their inclination to self-harm, and to reduce their impulsivity. Toward these ends, patients are not only taught an array of new coping skills and techniques for emotional regulation, they are given opportunities to practice them. Another major goal of treatment is interpersonal effectiveness; patients learn and problem-solve ways to effectively communicate in relationships, especially how to ask for what they need as a way to minimize hurt feelings.