Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in 90230
With over five years of clinical experience, I take an integrative approach to treatment and combine interventions from a variety of therapeutic modalities, including CBT, DBT, ABA, mindfulness, strength-based, and solution-focused.
In times of struggle or uncertainty, having the support and trust in someone you can talk to is an invaluable experience. In my practice, I aim to help clients identify and break free from their limiting beliefs and unhealthy patterns so they can live an authentic and fulfilling life. My experience as a licensed psychotherapist has led me to understand the value of mutual trust and a collaborative, client-centered approach. I provide a compassionate and empathetic atmosphere where we will work together to form a unique treatment plan to address your specific goals in coming to therapy.
With over five years of clinical experience, I take an integrative approach to treatment and combine interventions from a variety of therapeutic modalities, including CBT, DBT, ABA, mindfulness, strength-based, and solution-focused.
In times of struggle or uncertainty, having the support and trust in someone you can talk to is an invaluable experience. In my practice, I aim to help clients identify and break free from their limiting beliefs and unhealthy patterns so they can live an authentic and fulfilling life. My experience as a licensed psychotherapist has led me to understand the value of mutual trust and a collaborative, client-centered approach. I provide a compassionate and empathetic atmosphere where we will work together to form a unique treatment plan to address your specific goals in coming to therapy.
I integrate psychodynamic principles with solution focused treatment approaches such as DBT to tailor therapy specifically to you.
As a psychologist with doctoral and post-doctoral training in psychotherapy I work with people across the lifespan to achieve their fullest potential. Many adults come to me struggling with anxiety, depression, or relationships issues; lacking satisfaction in their academic or professional lives; or wrestling with life transitions. Young adults and teens need help navigating complex social terrain, managing stress, and risky behaviors while their parents benefit from guidance and support. Children benefit from play therapy and the involvement of their families in treatment.
I integrate psychodynamic principles with solution focused treatment approaches such as DBT to tailor therapy specifically to you.
As a psychologist with doctoral and post-doctoral training in psychotherapy I work with people across the lifespan to achieve their fullest potential. Many adults come to me struggling with anxiety, depression, or relationships issues; lacking satisfaction in their academic or professional lives; or wrestling with life transitions. Young adults and teens need help navigating complex social terrain, managing stress, and risky behaviors while their parents benefit from guidance and support. Children benefit from play therapy and the involvement of their families in treatment.
Tara M Brisco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90230
I am a certified EMDR therapist and integrate mindfulness, somatic work and other evidence-based modalities such as DBT based on individual client's needs.
Finding a therapist who is the right fit for you is a huge first step in healing and moving towards your therapeutic goals. I am not a "blank slate" therapist. Convinced that connections heal, my style is warm, relational, client-centered, strengths-based and strongly influenced by Buddhist Psychology. I meet my clients where they currently are and support them in healing and moving towards their goals. Please be advised that when sharing personal information through calls and emails via Psychology Today they will first be seen and directed by my assistant to myself or colleagues at my group practice of Wounded Healers Inc.
I am a certified EMDR therapist and integrate mindfulness, somatic work and other evidence-based modalities such as DBT based on individual client's needs.
Finding a therapist who is the right fit for you is a huge first step in healing and moving towards your therapeutic goals. I am not a "blank slate" therapist. Convinced that connections heal, my style is warm, relational, client-centered, strengths-based and strongly influenced by Buddhist Psychology. I meet my clients where they currently are and support them in healing and moving towards their goals. Please be advised that when sharing personal information through calls and emails via Psychology Today they will first be seen and directed by my assistant to myself or colleagues at my group practice of Wounded Healers Inc.
I received multiple advanced trainings in DBT (including BehavioralTech), and EMDR, and am currently a senior doctoral candidate for Psychoanalysis at LAISPS.
Wether you struggle to restore perspective, calm and balance in your life, attempt to heal trauma, depression and anxiety, or seek to discover and pursue greater potential and purpose, I offer a safe, open, curious and non-judgemental place to do just that. Everything you think, feel, do and experience actually makes complete sense - we simply may need some time to understand and appreciate why it does. This growing awareness allows for better design of a life with purposeful future and relief from the past, offering real, actual choice rather than the apparent choice in repetitive, automatic and unconscious routines.
I received multiple advanced trainings in DBT (including BehavioralTech), and EMDR, and am currently a senior doctoral candidate for Psychoanalysis at LAISPS.
Wether you struggle to restore perspective, calm and balance in your life, attempt to heal trauma, depression and anxiety, or seek to discover and pursue greater potential and purpose, I offer a safe, open, curious and non-judgemental place to do just that. Everything you think, feel, do and experience actually makes complete sense - we simply may need some time to understand and appreciate why it does. This growing awareness allows for better design of a life with purposeful future and relief from the past, offering real, actual choice rather than the apparent choice in repetitive, automatic and unconscious routines.
Katrin Steinert
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90230
Katrin blends a psychodynamic depth focus with DBT practical, dialectic solutions to create an effective therapy for those who are looking to gain understanding and to get unstuck.
Katrin Steinert is a licensed Marriage and Family therapist who has been providing therapy since 2017. Trained in Dialectical Behavior Theory ( DBT) and Psychodynamic theory, Katrin brings a sense of calm and humor to her practice. Katrin started her therapeutic practice at a local community clinic where she was trained in the areas of grief, immediate intervention techniques, motivational interviewing and harm reduction. She worked with people from various backgrounds and cultures which gave her a deep appreciation of difference that she carries into her practice today.
Katrin blends a psychodynamic depth focus with DBT practical, dialectic solutions to create an effective therapy for those who are looking to gain understanding and to get unstuck.
Katrin Steinert is a licensed Marriage and Family therapist who has been providing therapy since 2017. Trained in Dialectical Behavior Theory ( DBT) and Psychodynamic theory, Katrin brings a sense of calm and humor to her practice. Katrin started her therapeutic practice at a local community clinic where she was trained in the areas of grief, immediate intervention techniques, motivational interviewing and harm reduction. She worked with people from various backgrounds and cultures which gave her a deep appreciation of difference that she carries into her practice today.
Nicole Tehrani
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MMFT
Verified Verified
Culver City, CA 90230 (Online Only)
I have a deep clinical understanding of the current evidence-based interventions, as well as certifications in DBT, and Social and Emotional Arts.
I am a licensed psychotherapist with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from UC Santa Barbara and a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy from USC. I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults in various settings, and I specialize in treating mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and women’s issues. I employ an integrative approach that utilizes psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based techniques, creating a welcoming and collaborative atmosphere for you to work towards the changes that are meaningful for you.
I have a deep clinical understanding of the current evidence-based interventions, as well as certifications in DBT, and Social and Emotional Arts.
I am a licensed psychotherapist with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from UC Santa Barbara and a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy from USC. I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults in various settings, and I specialize in treating mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and women’s issues. I employ an integrative approach that utilizes psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based techniques, creating a welcoming and collaborative atmosphere for you to work towards the changes that are meaningful for you.
I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy as these modalities help me and the client develop a shared understanding of their current reality, and allow us to work together to build a path forward.
My name is Silvia Escobar and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Southern California. I work with adolescents and adults specializing in depression, anxiety, life transitions, and stress using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better. I find that my style and approach is a good fit for teenagers and adults who may be dealing with the challenges of life transitions, relationship issues, social pressures, grief and loss. This often takes the form of anxiety, depression, and stress.
I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy as these modalities help me and the client develop a shared understanding of their current reality, and allow us to work together to build a path forward.
My name is Silvia Escobar and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Southern California. I work with adolescents and adults specializing in depression, anxiety, life transitions, and stress using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better. I find that my style and approach is a good fit for teenagers and adults who may be dealing with the challenges of life transitions, relationship issues, social pressures, grief and loss. This often takes the form of anxiety, depression, and stress.
Generally, approaches that I use with my clients are the cognitive behavior therapy, behavior therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, client centered therapy, play therapy are the most commonly used approaches.
My name is Zunilda Chaudry I am a licensed, bilingual, eclectic counselor in Oklahoma and California with 13 years of professional work experience. My style of helping my clients is to be an understanding, compassionate, and non-judgmental, who is there to help them feel heard and validated. I use with my clients therapeutical approaches such as the cognitive behavior therapy, behavior therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, client centered therapy, play therapy, family and relationship therapy are the most commonly used approaches.
Generally, approaches that I use with my clients are the cognitive behavior therapy, behavior therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, client centered therapy, play therapy are the most commonly used approaches.
My name is Zunilda Chaudry I am a licensed, bilingual, eclectic counselor in Oklahoma and California with 13 years of professional work experience. My style of helping my clients is to be an understanding, compassionate, and non-judgmental, who is there to help them feel heard and validated. I use with my clients therapeutical approaches such as the cognitive behavior therapy, behavior therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, client centered therapy, play therapy, family and relationship therapy are the most commonly used approaches.
I provide therapy for adolescents and adults seeking help with issues including parenting, divorce, stress, anxiety, depression, relationships, communication, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, grief, life-changing events, and others. My approach to therapy is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can identify and explore the underlying beliefs driving your behaviors, shaping your habits, and impacting your relationships. Working together using therapeutic approaches such as mindfulness, CBT, narrative therapy, DBT, etc., you will learn to better manage emotions and behaviors, allowing you to meet your own personal goals.
I provide therapy for adolescents and adults seeking help with issues including parenting, divorce, stress, anxiety, depression, relationships, communication, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, grief, life-changing events, and others. My approach to therapy is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can identify and explore the underlying beliefs driving your behaviors, shaping your habits, and impacting your relationships. Working together using therapeutic approaches such as mindfulness, CBT, narrative therapy, DBT, etc., you will learn to better manage emotions and behaviors, allowing you to meet your own personal goals.
Leah Stryer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Culver City, CA 90230 (Online Only)
My approach integrates concepts from CBT, DBT, Existential, Gestalt, solution-focused, and psychodynamic therapy to create individualized treatments for my clients.
I became a psychotherapist because everyone needs “that person” in their life who will always believe in them, support them, and not judge them based on their past. As we all continue to navigate life’s transitions and changes, there are points where we find ourselves needing extra guidance and support. Whether you are currently thriving or struggling in life, deciding to seek therapy can be a challenging, rewarding, and life-changing experience. As a therapist, I strive to be “that person” by providing a non-judgmental, warm, and compassionate environment that fosters growth.
My approach integrates concepts from CBT, DBT, Existential, Gestalt, solution-focused, and psychodynamic therapy to create individualized treatments for my clients.
I became a psychotherapist because everyone needs “that person” in their life who will always believe in them, support them, and not judge them based on their past. As we all continue to navigate life’s transitions and changes, there are points where we find ourselves needing extra guidance and support. Whether you are currently thriving or struggling in life, deciding to seek therapy can be a challenging, rewarding, and life-changing experience. As a therapist, I strive to be “that person” by providing a non-judgmental, warm, and compassionate environment that fosters growth.
Lisa Espinoza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Culver City, CA 90230 (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Lisa Espinoza and I'm a LCSW based in Central California. I like to encourage clients that no matter what they feel or their circumstances, they can improve their lives with the right support and tools. My approach to therapy utilizes CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, SFBT, Grief Therapy, Solution Focused, and Supportive. I allow the client to set the stage for what they need in their life. I work with them based on their strengths and provide exercises they can engage in to improve their thought lives, better manage their emotions, and overall build their confidence for communicating their needs.
Hello! My name is Lisa Espinoza and I'm a LCSW based in Central California. I like to encourage clients that no matter what they feel or their circumstances, they can improve their lives with the right support and tools. My approach to therapy utilizes CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, SFBT, Grief Therapy, Solution Focused, and Supportive. I allow the client to set the stage for what they need in their life. I work with them based on their strengths and provide exercises they can engage in to improve their thought lives, better manage their emotions, and overall build their confidence for communicating their needs.
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Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, addiction, a life transition, family/parenting concerns, or other mental health issues, we are all trying to better understand ourselves and break free of our limiting patterns and beliefs. My approach to therapy involves a strong foundation in formal therapeutic modalities, including CBT, DBT, family systems, and others, while at the same time recognizing that you are the expert of your own life, and it is through the therapeutic process that you will come to gain valuable insights, recognize your potential, and enhance your capacity for self-love.
Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, addiction, a life transition, family/parenting concerns, or other mental health issues, we are all trying to better understand ourselves and break free of our limiting patterns and beliefs. My approach to therapy involves a strong foundation in formal therapeutic modalities, including CBT, DBT, family systems, and others, while at the same time recognizing that you are the expert of your own life, and it is through the therapeutic process that you will come to gain valuable insights, recognize your potential, and enhance your capacity for self-love.
I have additional training in Gestalt Therapy, Stress Management, CBT/ DBT and EMDR.
I am interested in seeing anyone who needs help with major life transitions or who is in the midst of a life crisis. I also encourage people who are not in crisis but interested in improving the quality of their life and to enhance their overall well being. Besides being in private practice I have also worked in inpatient and outpatient psychiatric settings. I believe in using an eclectic approach, with a multitude of modalities, to help people, in a safe setting, clarify their issues, gain greater insight and assist them in finding their own solutions and coping skills. Most of my clients report feeling better in a short time.
I have additional training in Gestalt Therapy, Stress Management, CBT/ DBT and EMDR.
I am interested in seeing anyone who needs help with major life transitions or who is in the midst of a life crisis. I also encourage people who are not in crisis but interested in improving the quality of their life and to enhance their overall well being. Besides being in private practice I have also worked in inpatient and outpatient psychiatric settings. I believe in using an eclectic approach, with a multitude of modalities, to help people, in a safe setting, clarify their issues, gain greater insight and assist them in finding their own solutions and coping skills. Most of my clients report feeling better in a short time.
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Erin Lotz, L.C.S.W., Licensed Clinical Social Worker, earned her Masters Degree in Clinical Social Work from the University of Southern California, and is a well respected Psychotherapist who integrates traditional psychodynamic psychotherapy with progressive psychotherapeutic principles of Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Erin offers practical strategies to calming our "anxious minds", facilitating greater self acceptance, freedom and inner peace.
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Erin Lotz, L.C.S.W., Licensed Clinical Social Worker, earned her Masters Degree in Clinical Social Work from the University of Southern California, and is a well respected Psychotherapist who integrates traditional psychodynamic psychotherapy with progressive psychotherapeutic principles of Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Erin offers practical strategies to calming our "anxious minds", facilitating greater self acceptance, freedom and inner peace.
Darrin Dennis
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90230
With a focus on evidencebased therapies, Darrin utilizes Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) to tailor his interventions to each client's needs.
Darrin specializes in treating ADHD, anxiety, and depression, recognizing the profound impact these conditions can have on one’s daily life. His practice at LifeStance Health is characterized by a compassionate and collaborative approach, where he works alongside his clients to help them face, understand, and manage their challenges. Darrin is particularly passionate about addressing personality disorders and faith and spirituality crises, offering a safe space for clients to explore these complex issues.
With a focus on evidencebased therapies, Darrin utilizes Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) to tailor his interventions to each client's needs.
Darrin specializes in treating ADHD, anxiety, and depression, recognizing the profound impact these conditions can have on one’s daily life. His practice at LifeStance Health is characterized by a compassionate and collaborative approach, where he works alongside his clients to help them face, understand, and manage their challenges. Darrin is particularly passionate about addressing personality disorders and faith and spirituality crises, offering a safe space for clients to explore these complex issues.
I have extensive training in evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, as well as specialized training in Cognitive Processing Therapy and Prolonged Exposure for trauma.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with nearly a decade of experience in the treatment of trauma, anxiety, and depression. My approach to therapy is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore and understand your struggles and to help you obtain the tools to be more effective in achieving the life you want. In addition to private practice, I have worked as the Team Lead on the women’s unit of a mental health residential rehabilitation treatment program and currently work in a medical center’s outpatient mental health clinic, where I provide psychotherapy and supervise trainees.
I have extensive training in evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, as well as specialized training in Cognitive Processing Therapy and Prolonged Exposure for trauma.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with nearly a decade of experience in the treatment of trauma, anxiety, and depression. My approach to therapy is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore and understand your struggles and to help you obtain the tools to be more effective in achieving the life you want. In addition to private practice, I have worked as the Team Lead on the women’s unit of a mental health residential rehabilitation treatment program and currently work in a medical center’s outpatient mental health clinic, where I provide psychotherapy and supervise trainees.
She is trained in specialized intervention strategies such as DBT, CBT, and internal family systems therapy, allowing her to personalize her sessions based on skills or emergent patterns of needs.
Amancay Ledezma is an LCSW who provides therapy for adolescents, adults and couples. Amancay believes in life-long learning and recognizes that in absence of learning, growth cannot happen. She values this dynamic in a therapeutic relationship, as it creates accountability and a willingness to seek out that personal growth. Amancay embraces an individualized approach, focused on the needs and desired outcomes of each client.
She is trained in specialized intervention strategies such as DBT, CBT, and internal family systems therapy, allowing her to personalize her sessions based on skills or emergent patterns of needs.
Amancay Ledezma is an LCSW who provides therapy for adolescents, adults and couples. Amancay believes in life-long learning and recognizes that in absence of learning, growth cannot happen. She values this dynamic in a therapeutic relationship, as it creates accountability and a willingness to seek out that personal growth. Amancay embraces an individualized approach, focused on the needs and desired outcomes of each client.
Some of the therapeutic approaches I use are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), and Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP).
My name is Violeta Kim and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Orange County, CA, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I have over 10 years of experience working with young children, adolescents, and adults in therapy. I specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, suicidality, and anger. My approach to therapy is based on the individual's needs. I want to make sure that the therapeutic space is a place where an individual can feel heard, understood, and safe.
Some of the therapeutic approaches I use are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), and Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP).
My name is Violeta Kim and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Orange County, CA, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I have over 10 years of experience working with young children, adolescents, and adults in therapy. I specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, suicidality, and anger. My approach to therapy is based on the individual's needs. I want to make sure that the therapeutic space is a place where an individual can feel heard, understood, and safe.
Emily Fiedtkou
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Culver City, CA 90230 (Online Only)
I pull from DBT, CBT, Gottman and narrative therapy when direct, tangible skills are needed.
If you're feeling stuck, anxious about your future, and finding it difficult to move forward in your life than I would love to chat with you. I offer a nonjudgmental space where you can be both supported and encouraged to lean into the discomfort. I provide space to process feelings and also provide tangible skills so therapy is a daily practice. I work with teens (12+), young adults navigating the complexity of launching their lives, couples and adults experiencing burn out, anxiety, and difficulty seeing their own self worth. I believe each person has their own inner wisdom and I want to help you access it.
I pull from DBT, CBT, Gottman and narrative therapy when direct, tangible skills are needed.
If you're feeling stuck, anxious about your future, and finding it difficult to move forward in your life than I would love to chat with you. I offer a nonjudgmental space where you can be both supported and encouraged to lean into the discomfort. I provide space to process feelings and also provide tangible skills so therapy is a daily practice. I work with teens (12+), young adults navigating the complexity of launching their lives, couples and adults experiencing burn out, anxiety, and difficulty seeing their own self worth. I believe each person has their own inner wisdom and I want to help you access it.
Dr. Dihmes is a licensed clinical psychologist in California, New York and Virginia. With specialties in life stressors, teens, emotional regulation, interpersonal relationships, executive coaching, and psychophysiology she has expertise in working with various psychological concerns including depression, anxiety, life transitions and chronic illness. Dr. Dihmes' integrates evidence-based treatments such as CBT, DBT, ACT, and mindfulness-based interventions, with consideration for each patient’s unique cultural, biological, and psychological background. Dr. Dihmes is now accepting new clients in California, New York and Virginia!
Dr. Dihmes is a licensed clinical psychologist in California, New York and Virginia. With specialties in life stressors, teens, emotional regulation, interpersonal relationships, executive coaching, and psychophysiology she has expertise in working with various psychological concerns including depression, anxiety, life transitions and chronic illness. Dr. Dihmes' integrates evidence-based treatments such as CBT, DBT, ACT, and mindfulness-based interventions, with consideration for each patient’s unique cultural, biological, and psychological background. Dr. Dihmes is now accepting new clients in California, New York and Virginia!
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Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists
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.