Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Greenville, NC

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Janice Britt
Counselor, LCMHCS, LCAS, CCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenville, NC 27858
I offer DBT Skills groups focusing on mindfulness, distress tolerance and emotion regulation.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor (LCMHCS), a Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS) and a Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS). I have been in the field for over 16 years and have been witness to many clients changing their lives. Being dually credentialed allows me to work with a wide range of disorders. I enjoy working with adults diagnosed with mental health disorders and/or substance use issues. I rely heavily on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy and take a Person-Centered approach in my therapy.
I offer DBT Skills groups focusing on mindfulness, distress tolerance and emotion regulation.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor (LCMHCS), a Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS) and a Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS). I have been in the field for over 16 years and have been witness to many clients changing their lives. Being dually credentialed allows me to work with a wide range of disorders. I enjoy working with adults diagnosed with mental health disorders and/or substance use issues. I rely heavily on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy and take a Person-Centered approach in my therapy.
(252) 460-4219 View (252) 460-4219
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Michelle Tennant
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, NCC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Greenville, NC 27858  (Online Only)
Drawing from my experiences in culturally diverse communities across the globe, I strive to create a safe space in which your values and beliefs form the foundation of our therapeutic relationship. By pairing your interests, preferences, and strengths with my background in modalities such as CBT, DBT, CPT, ACT, and expressive arts therapy, we’ll work together to craft an approach that works for you. No matter what’s going on in your life that’s led you to seek therapy, we can figure this out together. You don’t have to do it alone.
Drawing from my experiences in culturally diverse communities across the globe, I strive to create a safe space in which your values and beliefs form the foundation of our therapeutic relationship. By pairing your interests, preferences, and strengths with my background in modalities such as CBT, DBT, CPT, ACT, and expressive arts therapy, we’ll work together to craft an approach that works for you. No matter what’s going on in your life that’s led you to seek therapy, we can figure this out together. You don’t have to do it alone.
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Peri Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCMHC, LCAS
Verified Verified
Greenville, NC 27858
I am trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which is the chosen treatment for personality disorders.
If you're unable to reach your goals because of negative behaviors and your emotions are out of control, or if you simply want a safe environment to express your feelings, then professional counseling is the answer. With my support, clients learn to replace negativity with positivity and lead more serene and emotionally stable lives. I also help clients gain freedom by teaching actionable skills to change their detrimental core beliefs, strengthen relationships, and maintain healthy boundaries. An emphasis is placed on helping people learn to build resiliency by releasing shame and increasing self-esteem.
I am trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which is the chosen treatment for personality disorders.
If you're unable to reach your goals because of negative behaviors and your emotions are out of control, or if you simply want a safe environment to express your feelings, then professional counseling is the answer. With my support, clients learn to replace negativity with positivity and lead more serene and emotionally stable lives. I also help clients gain freedom by teaching actionable skills to change their detrimental core beliefs, strengthen relationships, and maintain healthy boundaries. An emphasis is placed on helping people learn to build resiliency by releasing shame and increasing self-esteem.
(252) 368-8247 View (252) 368-8247
Equafinality B, LLC
Verified Verified
Greenville, NC 27834
We also utilize other therapeutic approaches such as DBT, art and music therapy, and holistic therapy.
At Equafinality Inc., our mission is to offer high quality mental health and substance abuse services. Our objective is to instruct and help individuals with the opportunity to function at their maximum level of cognitive capability and sustain a substance free life. Our staff at Equafinality Inc., desire to provide resources to our consumers in a manner that will benefit, enrich, and affect their overall quality life and daily living. Our aim is to encourage a constructive and safe community, and to assist our customers reach their personal goals. The population we serve includes individuals ages 10 and up that suffer from an array of disorders that include but are not limited to substance abuse, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and trauma-related disorders.
We also utilize other therapeutic approaches such as DBT, art and music therapy, and holistic therapy.
At Equafinality Inc., our mission is to offer high quality mental health and substance abuse services. Our objective is to instruct and help individuals with the opportunity to function at their maximum level of cognitive capability and sustain a substance free life. Our staff at Equafinality Inc., desire to provide resources to our consumers in a manner that will benefit, enrich, and affect their overall quality life and daily living. Our aim is to encourage a constructive and safe community, and to assist our customers reach their personal goals. The population we serve includes individuals ages 10 and up that suffer from an array of disorders that include but are not limited to substance abuse, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and trauma-related disorders.
(252) 424-7975 View (252) 424-7975
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Nonde Carter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWA
Verified Verified
Greenville, NC 27834
Together we can reduce or manage your symptoms using Attachment-based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Dialectical Behavior (DBT,) Mindfulness-Based (MBCT), Play Therapy and Trauma Focused.
Therapy is typically viewed as something that is challenging and scary. However, I want to help clients see that therapy doesn't have to be challenging and scary yet, it's something that everyone can benefit from. In life we all can face obstacles, some small while others can be life changing. Life changing enough that it can effect how we perceive, people, places, things, and even how we perceive the world. When we get to this point many of us don't know how to cope with the struggles life brings. It is important for us to find peace within ourselves by learning who we are, how things affect us and understanding what we need.
Together we can reduce or manage your symptoms using Attachment-based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Dialectical Behavior (DBT,) Mindfulness-Based (MBCT), Play Therapy and Trauma Focused.
Therapy is typically viewed as something that is challenging and scary. However, I want to help clients see that therapy doesn't have to be challenging and scary yet, it's something that everyone can benefit from. In life we all can face obstacles, some small while others can be life changing. Life changing enough that it can effect how we perceive, people, places, things, and even how we perceive the world. When we get to this point many of us don't know how to cope with the struggles life brings. It is important for us to find peace within ourselves by learning who we are, how things affect us and understanding what we need.
(252) 475-7830 View (252) 475-7830
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Aerial Clay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenville, NC 27858
Dialectical behavioral therapy to work through difficult emotions or mindfulness to focus on the present moment.
Starting your therapy journey can be overwhelming, but this is a start! Whether you need a listening ear, or working through life’s difficult moments, I am here to provide a safe space for you. We’ll work together to discover the connection between your feelings and where they originated. Let's work through intense emotions, negative thoughts, and unhealthy patterns together.
Dialectical behavioral therapy to work through difficult emotions or mindfulness to focus on the present moment.
Starting your therapy journey can be overwhelming, but this is a start! Whether you need a listening ear, or working through life’s difficult moments, I am here to provide a safe space for you. We’ll work together to discover the connection between your feelings and where they originated. Let's work through intense emotions, negative thoughts, and unhealthy patterns together.
(984) 789-3239 View (984) 789-3239
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Catherine Colardo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Greenville, NC 27858  (Online Only)
I often use techniques that are derived from Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness Therapy, and Trauma Focused Therapy.
Life can be challenging, and making change alone can be a real struggle; however you are not alone! I want to do life with you and provide support. I have learned that one of the most important factors of success is making a connection and feelings comfortable with the person you choose to work with. In addition, I feel like you are the expert of your life and you have the answers within yourself; however sometimes it take someone coming along beside you to provide the support needed to help guide you to find those answers. I would love to get to know you and to have the opportunity to be a support for you!
I often use techniques that are derived from Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness Therapy, and Trauma Focused Therapy.
Life can be challenging, and making change alone can be a real struggle; however you are not alone! I want to do life with you and provide support. I have learned that one of the most important factors of success is making a connection and feelings comfortable with the person you choose to work with. In addition, I feel like you are the expert of your life and you have the answers within yourself; however sometimes it take someone coming along beside you to provide the support needed to help guide you to find those answers. I would love to get to know you and to have the opportunity to be a support for you!
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Jairo Orellana
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW CP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenville, NC 27858  (Online Only)
My background is in DBT, CBT, trauma-based therapy.
In the fast-paced world we live in, prioritizing mental health is more important than ever. As a licensed clinical therapist with over 15 years of experience, my focus is on assisting adults and adolescents in comprehending and managing challenging emotions and behaviors that hinder their progress. At times, we may experience unexplained sadness, loneliness, withdrawal, defeat, alienation, anxiety, or self-defeating tendencies. These emotions can adversely affect our lives and relationships. It is often difficult to live with these emotions. You can get the help you need. I can help you!
My background is in DBT, CBT, trauma-based therapy.
In the fast-paced world we live in, prioritizing mental health is more important than ever. As a licensed clinical therapist with over 15 years of experience, my focus is on assisting adults and adolescents in comprehending and managing challenging emotions and behaviors that hinder their progress. At times, we may experience unexplained sadness, loneliness, withdrawal, defeat, alienation, anxiety, or self-defeating tendencies. These emotions can adversely affect our lives and relationships. It is often difficult to live with these emotions. You can get the help you need. I can help you!
(252) 765-4146 View (252) 765-4146
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Emily Platt
MS, LCMHCA, LCASA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenville, NC 27858  (Online Only)
Are you experiencing the Sunday scaries on more days than just Sundays? Anxiety can stem from a vast variety of underlying conditions, physical and mental. It can be challenging to even know where to begin, but I am here to help! If you're new to therapy or returning, I am so excited you're here in your mental health/recovery journey. I offer a safe & relaxing space with good vibes, positive energy and lots of crystals. Counseling is centered around you, so no two sessions are ever the same. We will work together to create goals that are unique to you and what you want to accomplish together! I use CBT, DBT, MI, art therapy, & more!
Are you experiencing the Sunday scaries on more days than just Sundays? Anxiety can stem from a vast variety of underlying conditions, physical and mental. It can be challenging to even know where to begin, but I am here to help! If you're new to therapy or returning, I am so excited you're here in your mental health/recovery journey. I offer a safe & relaxing space with good vibes, positive energy and lots of crystals. Counseling is centered around you, so no two sessions are ever the same. We will work together to create goals that are unique to you and what you want to accomplish together! I use CBT, DBT, MI, art therapy, & more!
(919) 351-8785 View (919) 351-8785
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Ashley Turner
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Greenville, NC 27833  (Online Only)
With 30 years of counseling experience, I hope to provide safe space for clients to process their thoughts and feelings. My therapeutic approach includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I received my undergraduate degree in 1992 from Virginia Tech in Family and Child Development and my masters degree in Counseling from Radford University in 1994.
With 30 years of counseling experience, I hope to provide safe space for clients to process their thoughts and feelings. My therapeutic approach includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I received my undergraduate degree in 1992 from Virginia Tech in Family and Child Development and my masters degree in Counseling from Radford University in 1994.
(252) 359-2078 View (252) 359-2078
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Beth Sugar
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Greenville, NC 27858  (Online Only)
I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Gorski Relapse Prevention, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, & Internal Family Systems.
Is life all of a sudden unfamiliar? Work or school, not the same? Are you feeling isolated from friends & family? It can be hard to know which foot to put in front of the other. You are not alone! All parts of you are welcome! I am here to help you learn to move with life again, not move on with life.
I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Gorski Relapse Prevention, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, & Internal Family Systems.
Is life all of a sudden unfamiliar? Work or school, not the same? Are you feeling isolated from friends & family? It can be hard to know which foot to put in front of the other. You are not alone! All parts of you are welcome! I am here to help you learn to move with life again, not move on with life.
(919) 594-0370 View (919) 594-0370
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The Harbor Behavioral Health Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS, CAADC, MA
Verified Verified
Greenville, NC 27834  (Online Only)
Mostly inclusive of Motivational Interviewing, Positive Psychology, CBT/DBT, and Humanistic Therapy.
Life is tough. No one should have to experience it alone. I believe it's an honor to help clients work through their life situations. Substance use, Depression, anxiety, trauma, feelings of hopelessness, adoption, foster care, and adjustment issues are just some of the issues that I pride myself on helping clients navigate. Healing is not linear and I believe in providing a therapeutic environment that provides a supportive space for whatever your healing and wellness looks like.
Mostly inclusive of Motivational Interviewing, Positive Psychology, CBT/DBT, and Humanistic Therapy.
Life is tough. No one should have to experience it alone. I believe it's an honor to help clients work through their life situations. Substance use, Depression, anxiety, trauma, feelings of hopelessness, adoption, foster care, and adjustment issues are just some of the issues that I pride myself on helping clients navigate. Healing is not linear and I believe in providing a therapeutic environment that provides a supportive space for whatever your healing and wellness looks like.
(757) 906-4570 View (757) 906-4570
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Reuben Brody
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenville, NC 27834
We'll use mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioral Therapies, like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and CBT-Insomnia to help you sleep well.
Are you bombarded with thoughts that you’re unworthy of love or success? Do you feel like you’re too far behind or a fraud? Does this cause insomnia? Are you chronically dissatisfied, struggling to maintain moods let alone motivation? I’m here to tell you it’s ok; I know how that feels and it stinks. I help folks struggling with depression and anxiety so they grow beyond life’s transitions, be it relationships, gaining independence or grief, which isn’t just the loss of a loved one, it can also be the loss of a life we thought we’d have. You deserve contentment now.
We'll use mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioral Therapies, like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and CBT-Insomnia to help you sleep well.
Are you bombarded with thoughts that you’re unworthy of love or success? Do you feel like you’re too far behind or a fraud? Does this cause insomnia? Are you chronically dissatisfied, struggling to maintain moods let alone motivation? I’m here to tell you it’s ok; I know how that feels and it stinks. I help folks struggling with depression and anxiety so they grow beyond life’s transitions, be it relationships, gaining independence or grief, which isn’t just the loss of a loved one, it can also be the loss of a life we thought we’d have. You deserve contentment now.
(828) 520-0742 View (828) 520-0742
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Mandi Cooke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS
Verified Verified
Greenville, NC 27833  (Online Only)
I implement other modalities as appropriate, including CBT and DBT, to help in building client self-awareness and skills that will aid in reaching their goals.
Hello and welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults on a variety of issues, with an emphasis on self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I often work with individuals struggling with motivation, lack of purpose, and overwhelming negative emotions that prevent them from fully enjoying or participating in life and who strive to find a sense of direction, self-acceptance, and fulfillment.
I implement other modalities as appropriate, including CBT and DBT, to help in building client self-awareness and skills that will aid in reaching their goals.
Hello and welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults on a variety of issues, with an emphasis on self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I often work with individuals struggling with motivation, lack of purpose, and overwhelming negative emotions that prevent them from fully enjoying or participating in life and who strive to find a sense of direction, self-acceptance, and fulfillment.
(252) 460-2131 View (252) 460-2131
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Sheresa Elliot
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCAS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenville, NC 27833
My practice involves treatment modalities such as CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing and Strengths Based Approach.
I am a LCSW with 10 years of working with children/adolescents(4-18) and their families. My areas of specialties are anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, low-self esteem, ADHD, grief and mood disorders. I strive to build positive relationships where children can grow in healthy adults with coping skills and strategies to manage life stressors.
My practice involves treatment modalities such as CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing and Strengths Based Approach.
I am a LCSW with 10 years of working with children/adolescents(4-18) and their families. My areas of specialties are anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, low-self esteem, ADHD, grief and mood disorders. I strive to build positive relationships where children can grow in healthy adults with coping skills and strategies to manage life stressors.
(252) 651-5780 View (252) 651-5780
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Cameron K Collins Phd
Psychologist, PhD, HSP-P
Verified Verified
Greenville, NC 27858  (Online Only)
, exposure and response prevention, dialectical-behavioral skills, trauma-focused CBT, and acceptance and commitment therapy).
This life is hard! Are you or your child feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and stressed? Struggling with daily tasks at school, home, or work? Living with ADHD, anxiety/fears, OCD, trauma, or a mood disorder (depression, bipolar disorder)? Going through a difficult transition (e.g. starting college, adjusting adulthood)? You don't have to face these challenges alone - I'm here to help. Work with me to gain personal insight, learn coping strategies, build resilience, and realize your strengths. Together, we can find a way toward a happier and more balanced life.
, exposure and response prevention, dialectical-behavioral skills, trauma-focused CBT, and acceptance and commitment therapy).
This life is hard! Are you or your child feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and stressed? Struggling with daily tasks at school, home, or work? Living with ADHD, anxiety/fears, OCD, trauma, or a mood disorder (depression, bipolar disorder)? Going through a difficult transition (e.g. starting college, adjusting adulthood)? You don't have to face these challenges alone - I'm here to help. Work with me to gain personal insight, learn coping strategies, build resilience, and realize your strengths. Together, we can find a way toward a happier and more balanced life.
(252) 302-4955 View (252) 302-4955
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Tiffany Corey
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MS, NCC, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenville, NC 27858  (Online Only)
I use Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), which are beneficial for increasing motivation to identify, achieve and sustain desired behavioral changes.
No waiting list! Accepting new clients! Are you feeling stuck, burned out in your career, or struggling to figure out what you want your “next chapter” in life to be? Well, I’m all ears! I bring warmth, authenticity and a chill vibe to the therapy space. Sessions are geared towards helping put you in the driver’s seat and in control of your own life. I invite you to take the next step toward changing your life within a judgment free space.
I use Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), which are beneficial for increasing motivation to identify, achieve and sustain desired behavioral changes.
No waiting list! Accepting new clients! Are you feeling stuck, burned out in your career, or struggling to figure out what you want your “next chapter” in life to be? Well, I’m all ears! I bring warmth, authenticity and a chill vibe to the therapy space. Sessions are geared towards helping put you in the driver’s seat and in control of your own life. I invite you to take the next step toward changing your life within a judgment free space.
(910) 901-3931 View (910) 901-3931
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Kennedy Brown Porter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Greenville, NC 27858
Waitlist for new clients
My goal as a therapist is to create a safe space for clients to enhance the most important relationship they have, the one with themselves. I work with clients to enhance their self-awareness by identifying limiting beliefs and patterns of behavior that prevent satisfaction and peace in their lives.
My goal as a therapist is to create a safe space for clients to enhance the most important relationship they have, the one with themselves. I work with clients to enhance their self-awareness by identifying limiting beliefs and patterns of behavior that prevent satisfaction and peace in their lives.
(252) 591-3262 View (252) 591-3262
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Nicole Deen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Greenville, NC 27834
I recognize it can be hard to reach out for help as well as make the time and space for yourself during the everyday craziness of life. We often put everyone else ahead of our own needs and put ourselves last and our needs on hold. Time just seems to fly by and nothing changes. By the time we are looking for a therapist or reaching out for help, we are overwhelmed and need support now. You may feel exhausted and may not even know where to start to make things better.
I recognize it can be hard to reach out for help as well as make the time and space for yourself during the everyday craziness of life. We often put everyone else ahead of our own needs and put ourselves last and our needs on hold. Time just seems to fly by and nothing changes. By the time we are looking for a therapist or reaching out for help, we are overwhelmed and need support now. You may feel exhausted and may not even know where to start to make things better.
(252) 475-7740 View (252) 475-7740
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Jeannette Farmer
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MAEd, LCMHCA, LCAS-A
Verified Verified
Greenville, NC 27834
Do you need help navigating the issues of life? You don't have to tackle these issues alone. Allow me to help. I will walk alongside you and together we can figure it out. We all need help from time to time. This doesn’t make us weak, it makes us human. Sometimes a little help is needed to bring answers we already possess to the surface.
Do you need help navigating the issues of life? You don't have to tackle these issues alone. Allow me to help. I will walk alongside you and together we can figure it out. We all need help from time to time. This doesn’t make us weak, it makes us human. Sometimes a little help is needed to bring answers we already possess to the surface.
(252) 618-7280 View (252) 618-7280

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.