Photo of Faryal Mallick, Psychiatrist in Florida
Faryal Mallick
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33618
As a Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatrist, I treat patients of all ages, with a particular emphasis on individuals ages 5-60. I have extensive experience in treating patients from diverse cultural backgrounds and LGBTQ+ identifying individuals. I utilize psychotherapy in combination with medication to provide a holistic treatment to my patients. I have received training in a variety of psychotherapy modalities, including Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Family Therapy, and Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy. Visit us: www.faryalmallickmd.com
As a Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatrist, I treat patients of all ages, with a particular emphasis on individuals ages 5-60. I have extensive experience in treating patients from diverse cultural backgrounds and LGBTQ+ identifying individuals. I utilize psychotherapy in combination with medication to provide a holistic treatment to my patients. I have received training in a variety of psychotherapy modalities, including Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Family Therapy, and Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy. Visit us: www.faryalmallickmd.com
(813) 568-9873 View (813) 568-9873
Photo of Carole L Wilkinson, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Florida
Carole L Wilkinson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, MHNP-BC, MSN, MBA, RN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hollywood, FL 33026
I specialize in Cognitive and Dialectal Behavior Therapy treatment methods (CBT and DBT).
I am a nationally American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) recognized Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). I believe in treating the whole person and not solely the immediate crisis. I educate others to embrace the importance of mental health and to understand it to be as critical as physical health. Everyone is capable of a fulfilling life, regardless of their situation, choices, or past. Quality mental health care should be accessible. Our clients appreciate our various evidenced-based treatment approaches including Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
I specialize in Cognitive and Dialectal Behavior Therapy treatment methods (CBT and DBT).
I am a nationally American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) recognized Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). I believe in treating the whole person and not solely the immediate crisis. I educate others to embrace the importance of mental health and to understand it to be as critical as physical health. Everyone is capable of a fulfilling life, regardless of their situation, choices, or past. Quality mental health care should be accessible. Our clients appreciate our various evidenced-based treatment approaches including Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
(754) 714-5483 View (754) 714-5483
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Seymour Behavioral Health Solutions
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, DNP, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
I can help in many ways; first by providing an in depth psychiatric diagnostic evaluation and treatment recommendations including integrative therapies and medication management strategies. I also provide a specialized form of therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, the evidence-based treatment for disorders of emotional dysregulation. I can help with anxiety disorders using the Mastery of Anxiety and Panic exposure strategies, which bring lifelong relief from these disorders. I'm also trained and adept at DBT-PE, the DBT informed evidence-based treatment for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
I can help in many ways; first by providing an in depth psychiatric diagnostic evaluation and treatment recommendations including integrative therapies and medication management strategies. I also provide a specialized form of therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, the evidence-based treatment for disorders of emotional dysregulation. I can help with anxiety disorders using the Mastery of Anxiety and Panic exposure strategies, which bring lifelong relief from these disorders. I'm also trained and adept at DBT-PE, the DBT informed evidence-based treatment for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
(904) 344-0435 View (904) 344-0435
Photo of Sandra R. Pelaez-Munsey, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Florida
Sandra R. Pelaez-Munsey
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33183
I conduct psychiatric evaluations, provide medication management and when appropriate provide solution-focused psychotherapeutic interventions based on CBT, DBT and MI principles.
As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, my approach to mental health care is holistic and patient-centered in nature. I respect the autonomy of my patients and promote aligned treatment goals and collaboration in practice. I work with children, adolescents and adults exhibiting a wide range of psychiatric symptoms and stressors. I use evidence-based treatments to improve self-efficacy and restore a sense of equilibrium.
I conduct psychiatric evaluations, provide medication management and when appropriate provide solution-focused psychotherapeutic interventions based on CBT, DBT and MI principles.
As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, my approach to mental health care is holistic and patient-centered in nature. I respect the autonomy of my patients and promote aligned treatment goals and collaboration in practice. I work with children, adolescents and adults exhibiting a wide range of psychiatric symptoms and stressors. I use evidence-based treatments to improve self-efficacy and restore a sense of equilibrium.
(863) 588-7489 View (863) 588-7489
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Jennifer J. Gould
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
I also have extensive training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
I have been practicing psychiatry for more than 20 years and am Board Certified in both Child & Adolescent Psychiatry and General Psychiatry. My practice focuses on the treatment of children, adolescents, and young adults. I am passionate about helping people and take a holistic approach to the care I deliver. I take time with the individuals and families I work with and seek to understand their struggles in the context of current life circumstances and past experiences. I work with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, mood instability/bipolar disorder, eating issues, ADHD, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
I also have extensive training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
I have been practicing psychiatry for more than 20 years and am Board Certified in both Child & Adolescent Psychiatry and General Psychiatry. My practice focuses on the treatment of children, adolescents, and young adults. I am passionate about helping people and take a holistic approach to the care I deliver. I take time with the individuals and families I work with and seek to understand their struggles in the context of current life circumstances and past experiences. I work with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, mood instability/bipolar disorder, eating issues, ADHD, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
(727) 493-3610 View (727) 493-3610
Photo of Tahnee Diaz Rodriguez, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Florida
Tahnee Diaz Rodriguez
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33166
I also provide brief psychotherapeutic interventions based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) principles.
As a doctorly trained board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner I offer client-centered care, making sure to respect the autonomy and safety of my patients. I work with children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in Autism and work with Camouflage Skills often presenting in females with autism spectrum disorder. I also specialize in ADHD, Major Depressive Disorder, Anxiety disorders, PTSD, and Bipolar Disorder. My main objective is the well-being of my clients.
I also provide brief psychotherapeutic interventions based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) principles.
As a doctorly trained board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner I offer client-centered care, making sure to respect the autonomy and safety of my patients. I work with children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in Autism and work with Camouflage Skills often presenting in females with autism spectrum disorder. I also specialize in ADHD, Major Depressive Disorder, Anxiety disorders, PTSD, and Bipolar Disorder. My main objective is the well-being of my clients.
(786) 613-4525 View (786) 613-4525
Photo of Lourdes Chahin, Psychiatrist in Florida
Lourdes Chahin
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32207  (Online Only)
In addition to psychopharmacology, she uses cognitive behavioral, psychoeducation, dialectical behavioral, supportive and mindfulness-based therapy.
Dr. Lourdes J Chahin is a bilingual (Spanish) Child, Adolescent and Adult psychiatrist. She has practiced in various settings over her career: outpatient private practice, community mental health, Nurse Practitioners and medical student supervision, partial hospitalization and dual diagnosis rehabilitation programs. She is licensed in the states of NY, Fl and GA. She has over 20 years of experience helping children, adolescents and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, phobias, bipolar mood disorder and many other psychiatric conditions.
In addition to psychopharmacology, she uses cognitive behavioral, psychoeducation, dialectical behavioral, supportive and mindfulness-based therapy.
Dr. Lourdes J Chahin is a bilingual (Spanish) Child, Adolescent and Adult psychiatrist. She has practiced in various settings over her career: outpatient private practice, community mental health, Nurse Practitioners and medical student supervision, partial hospitalization and dual diagnosis rehabilitation programs. She is licensed in the states of NY, Fl and GA. She has over 20 years of experience helping children, adolescents and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, phobias, bipolar mood disorder and many other psychiatric conditions.
(321) 300-2108 View (321) 300-2108
Photo of Menekse Alpay, Psychiatrist in Florida
Menekse Alpay
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33101
I am well-versed in different psychotherapies including psychoanalysis, psychodynamic therapy, dialectical-behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based therapy and interpersonal therapy.
I work with individuals who have anxiety, depression, mood disorders, insomnia, relationship problems, trauma history, medical illness, neurological illness, and/or individuals who are helping family members with these problems. My experience over the last 25 years in psychiatry has shown that medications are helpful but do not take care of all problems in life. I offer combined psychiatric treatment. I received my psychiatric residency training from Georgetown University Hospital and fellowship in Psychosomatic Medicine from Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School.
I am well-versed in different psychotherapies including psychoanalysis, psychodynamic therapy, dialectical-behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based therapy and interpersonal therapy.
I work with individuals who have anxiety, depression, mood disorders, insomnia, relationship problems, trauma history, medical illness, neurological illness, and/or individuals who are helping family members with these problems. My experience over the last 25 years in psychiatry has shown that medications are helpful but do not take care of all problems in life. I offer combined psychiatric treatment. I received my psychiatric residency training from Georgetown University Hospital and fellowship in Psychosomatic Medicine from Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School.
(617) 231-9618 View (617) 231-9618
Photo of Regions Praxis Care, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Florida
Regions Praxis Care
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33186  (Online Only)
I am a dual Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse practitioner with ample experience working in health care. I have a special interest in the overlap of mental and physical health. Becoming a psychiatric nurse practitioner is my fourth career. I am a medical doctor from another country and after being re-inserted into the United States health system as a registered nurse and, subsequently, a family nurse practitioner, I had the opportunity to take care of and treat several people with mental health needs.
I am a dual Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse practitioner with ample experience working in health care. I have a special interest in the overlap of mental and physical health. Becoming a psychiatric nurse practitioner is my fourth career. I am a medical doctor from another country and after being re-inserted into the United States health system as a registered nurse and, subsequently, a family nurse practitioner, I had the opportunity to take care of and treat several people with mental health needs.
(786) 244-2234 View (786) 244-2234
Photo of Lifespan Psychiatry, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Florida
Lifespan Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Tallahassee, FL 32308
I have a vast array of knowledge and experience that lends to my ability to treat many conditions. I can prescribe medications to manage Eating Disorders, PTSD, complicated grief, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and insomnia.
I have a vast array of knowledge and experience that lends to my ability to treat many conditions. I can prescribe medications to manage Eating Disorders, PTSD, complicated grief, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and insomnia.
(850) 735-7483 View (850) 735-7483
Photo of Marie Carline Oseh, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Florida
Marie Carline Oseh
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP-C, FNP-BC, DNP, MSN
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33130  (Online Only)
As a person, social coherence is our order of the day. With it brings a lot of challenges that affect every one of us. This is the calling that drew me to psychiatry, where I can navigate how to help individuals and families cope with their daily issues. As a professional with both psychiatric and clinical knowledge (Psychiatric Board-Certified Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Master of Science in Nursing- FNP), I understand the mental strains in our lives. The good news is that I have specialized in depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder which I am happy to help with the healing journey for both individuals and families.
As a person, social coherence is our order of the day. With it brings a lot of challenges that affect every one of us. This is the calling that drew me to psychiatry, where I can navigate how to help individuals and families cope with their daily issues. As a professional with both psychiatric and clinical knowledge (Psychiatric Board-Certified Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Master of Science in Nursing- FNP), I understand the mental strains in our lives. The good news is that I have specialized in depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder which I am happy to help with the healing journey for both individuals and families.
(754) 666-8589 View (754) 666-8589
Photo of Psych 4 U, Psychiatrist in Florida
Psych 4 U
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
I am a board certified psychiatrist and an esteemed Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and a Fellow of American Psychiatric Association. I am fully trained in Adult, Child and Adolescent, Geriatric, Emergency and Addiction Psychiatry. I received my general and adult psychiatry training at University of Maryland/ Sheppard Pratt and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry training from Johns Hopkins Medical Institution. I was selected as a Top Psychiatrist in Stamford, CT by the International Association of Health Care Professionals (IAHCP) and spotlighted in the publication The Leading Physicians of the World 2014 Ed
I am a board certified psychiatrist and an esteemed Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and a Fellow of American Psychiatric Association. I am fully trained in Adult, Child and Adolescent, Geriatric, Emergency and Addiction Psychiatry. I received my general and adult psychiatry training at University of Maryland/ Sheppard Pratt and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry training from Johns Hopkins Medical Institution. I was selected as a Top Psychiatrist in Stamford, CT by the International Association of Health Care Professionals (IAHCP) and spotlighted in the publication The Leading Physicians of the World 2014 Ed
(786) 226-0546 View (786) 226-0546
Photo of Charles Maddix, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Florida
Charles Maddix
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32207
Meet Charles – a board-certified Family Psychiatric NP and a devoted former Navy Corpsman. With 20+ potent years of medical experience, Charles is an alumnus of Saint Louis University holding a Master’s in Nursing. He has championed different branches of medical sciences, including Oncology, ICU, and community mental health. Charles has marked his expertise in treating individuals across all ages, from 5 to adults. Applying a holistic approach, he addresses a diversity of mental health issues, including mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, eating disorders, trauma, and more.
Meet Charles – a board-certified Family Psychiatric NP and a devoted former Navy Corpsman. With 20+ potent years of medical experience, Charles is an alumnus of Saint Louis University holding a Master’s in Nursing. He has championed different branches of medical sciences, including Oncology, ICU, and community mental health. Charles has marked his expertise in treating individuals across all ages, from 5 to adults. Applying a holistic approach, he addresses a diversity of mental health issues, including mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, eating disorders, trauma, and more.
(904) 601-1573 View (904) 601-1573
Photo of Elevate Psychiatry Coconut Grove, Psychiatrist in Florida
Elevate Psychiatry Coconut Grove
Psychiatrist, MD, PA-C, PMNHP, LMHC
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33130
Elevate Psychiatry Coconut Grove provides friendly, affordable psychiatric care near Cocowalk! We offer comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and therapy for common mental health disorders including depression, anxiety, bipolar, and ADHD. Our patients receive expert, individualized care with dedicated time to spend with your provider. We include telepsychiatry, e-prescriptions, and DNA swab testing in our services. We're proud that our patients have rated Elevate Psychiatry the number one Psychiatrist in Miami on Yelp!
Elevate Psychiatry Coconut Grove provides friendly, affordable psychiatric care near Cocowalk! We offer comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and therapy for common mental health disorders including depression, anxiety, bipolar, and ADHD. Our patients receive expert, individualized care with dedicated time to spend with your provider. We include telepsychiatry, e-prescriptions, and DNA swab testing in our services. We're proud that our patients have rated Elevate Psychiatry the number one Psychiatrist in Miami on Yelp!
(305) 614-9126 View (305) 614-9126
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Elevate Psychiatry Brickell
Psychiatrist, MD, PA-C, PMNHP, LMHC
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33130
Elevate Psychiatry Brickell provides friendly, affordable psychiatric care in beautiful downtown Miami. We offer comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and therapy for common mental health disorders including depression, anxiety, bipolar, and ADHD. Our patients receive expert, individualized care with dedicated time to spend with your provider. We include telepsychiatry, e-prescriptions, and DNA swab testing in our services. We're proud that our patients have rated Elevate Psychiatry the #1 Psychiatrist in Miami on Yelp!
Elevate Psychiatry Brickell provides friendly, affordable psychiatric care in beautiful downtown Miami. We offer comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and therapy for common mental health disorders including depression, anxiety, bipolar, and ADHD. Our patients receive expert, individualized care with dedicated time to spend with your provider. We include telepsychiatry, e-prescriptions, and DNA swab testing in our services. We're proud that our patients have rated Elevate Psychiatry the #1 Psychiatrist in Miami on Yelp!
(305) 998-2884 View (305) 998-2884
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Pathos Psychiatry and Psychotherapy
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33609  (Online Only)
I truly love psychiatry and psychotherapy and feel fortunate to be able to help people reach the best forms of themselves. I want to hear your story so we can work together to help you reach your goals, dreams, and aspirations. I use a combination of medications and psychotherapy along with a humanistic approach of nonjudgmental compassionate positive regard in our interactions to build a relationship based in trust, kindness, and honesty. I look forward to working with you as a team and using all of the tools available to help you along in your life journey.
I truly love psychiatry and psychotherapy and feel fortunate to be able to help people reach the best forms of themselves. I want to hear your story so we can work together to help you reach your goals, dreams, and aspirations. I use a combination of medications and psychotherapy along with a humanistic approach of nonjudgmental compassionate positive regard in our interactions to build a relationship based in trust, kindness, and honesty. I look forward to working with you as a team and using all of the tools available to help you along in your life journey.
(813) 375-0353 View (813) 375-0353
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Brave Health
Psychiatrist, MD, LCSW, MSW, FNP-C, PhD
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33136  (Online Only)
Brave Health is a virtual mental health provider dedicated to helping people thrive by engaging them in high-quality, affordable, and easily accessible mental health care. Our diverse clinical staff includes licensed psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, and therapists with expertise in treating mental health and substance use disorders. One size doesn’t fit all when it comes to your health. We’ll work together to create a customized treatment plan for your needs.
Brave Health is a virtual mental health provider dedicated to helping people thrive by engaging them in high-quality, affordable, and easily accessible mental health care. Our diverse clinical staff includes licensed psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, and therapists with expertise in treating mental health and substance use disorders. One size doesn’t fit all when it comes to your health. We’ll work together to create a customized treatment plan for your needs.
(786) 828-5399 View (786) 828-5399
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Valentina Cimolai Md
Psychiatrist, NY, FL, CA, VA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clearwater, FL 33756  (Online Only)
Are you wondering what else you can do for your mental health? At Bloom Psychiatry And Wellness, we go above and beyond. We are attentive listeners and caring clinicians. You will have exclusive access to concierge psychiatric care: flexible, discreet, effective and simple-to-access tailored care from the comfort of your home.
Are you wondering what else you can do for your mental health? At Bloom Psychiatry And Wellness, we go above and beyond. We are attentive listeners and caring clinicians. You will have exclusive access to concierge psychiatric care: flexible, discreet, effective and simple-to-access tailored care from the comfort of your home.
(727) 205-7993 View (727) 205-7993
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Brave Health
Psychiatrist, MD, LCSW, MSW, FNP-C, PhD
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33136  (Online Only)
Brave Health is a virtual mental health provider dedicated to helping people thrive by engaging them in high-quality, affordable, and easily accessible mental health care. Our diverse clinical staff includes licensed psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, and therapists with expertise in treating mental health and substance use disorders. One size doesn’t fit all when it comes to your health. We’ll work together to create a customized treatment plan for your needs. Our programs are evidence-based, drawing on approaches to treatment that are clinically proven to be effective.
Brave Health is a virtual mental health provider dedicated to helping people thrive by engaging them in high-quality, affordable, and easily accessible mental health care. Our diverse clinical staff includes licensed psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, and therapists with expertise in treating mental health and substance use disorders. One size doesn’t fit all when it comes to your health. We’ll work together to create a customized treatment plan for your needs. Our programs are evidence-based, drawing on approaches to treatment that are clinically proven to be effective.
(786) 453-7206 View (786) 453-7206
Photo of Thessa Moncrieffe, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Florida
Thessa Moncrieffe
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Ocoee, FL 34761
Thessa Moncrieffe is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Florida who has been practicing since 2022. She has a Master's of Science in Nursing. Thessa's passion is caring for others and is driven by the desire to make a positive impact in the lives of those she comes in contact with. As your provider, Thessa believes in taking a personalized, partnered, and holistic approach. Her goal is to provide a safe place free of criticism or shame, but full of compassion and understanding for the single purpose of healing, positive progress toward regaining self-sufficiency, and a sense of normalcy in your life once again.
Thessa Moncrieffe is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Florida who has been practicing since 2022. She has a Master's of Science in Nursing. Thessa's passion is caring for others and is driven by the desire to make a positive impact in the lives of those she comes in contact with. As your provider, Thessa believes in taking a personalized, partnered, and holistic approach. Her goal is to provide a safe place free of criticism or shame, but full of compassion and understanding for the single purpose of healing, positive progress toward regaining self-sufficiency, and a sense of normalcy in your life once again.
(407) 863-8946 View (407) 863-8946
Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Psychiatrists

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.