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Jonathan Egge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18106  (Online Only)
He has extensive practice experience in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Gestalt Therapy and uses motivational interviewing, supportive counseling, and life coaching as approaches to support treatment within all modalities.
Jonathan Egge is a Navy veteran and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 13 years of experience in therapy with veterans while working at the Dept. of Veterans Affairs. He works with a wide variety of clients: People suffering or struggling in their lives with their feelings, thoughts, and actions, resulting from their life experiences. People who have struggled to find help, support, and acceptance from family, friends, and even service providers. People, who want to live a normal life, achieve in life, see life through a different lens, and grow as a person.
He has extensive practice experience in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Gestalt Therapy and uses motivational interviewing, supportive counseling, and life coaching as approaches to support treatment within all modalities.
Jonathan Egge is a Navy veteran and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 13 years of experience in therapy with veterans while working at the Dept. of Veterans Affairs. He works with a wide variety of clients: People suffering or struggling in their lives with their feelings, thoughts, and actions, resulting from their life experiences. People who have struggled to find help, support, and acceptance from family, friends, and even service providers. People, who want to live a normal life, achieve in life, see life through a different lens, and grow as a person.
(610) 215-2690 View (610) 215-2690
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Anna Baltz
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18106
My treatment approach used is a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution focused, and DBT to help accomplish client's goals.
I am a Masters level clinician with experience working with adolescents, adults, and couples. I have experience treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, adjustment disorders, relationship issues and behavioral issues.
My treatment approach used is a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution focused, and DBT to help accomplish client's goals.
I am a Masters level clinician with experience working with adolescents, adults, and couples. I have experience treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, adjustment disorders, relationship issues and behavioral issues.
(610) 546-2997 x1 View (610) 546-2997 x1
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Michelle Harleman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18104
My therapeutic framework is rooted in the concepts and applications of CBT, DBT, and Mindfulness.
Hey there! I’m Michelle Harleman and a well seasoned licensed social worker with almost 20 years of experience working in the field in a variety of different settings including outpatient and community mental health, partial hospitalization programs, and crisis intervention.
My therapeutic framework is rooted in the concepts and applications of CBT, DBT, and Mindfulness.
Hey there! I’m Michelle Harleman and a well seasoned licensed social worker with almost 20 years of experience working in the field in a variety of different settings including outpatient and community mental health, partial hospitalization programs, and crisis intervention.
(610) 770-7223 View (610) 770-7223
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Monica Molen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18104
Waitlist for new clients
Are you feeling stressed or overwhelmed, sad or anxious? Do you feel like life's challenges are becoming too much? I'm here to help! I have experience working with clients from diverse backgrounds with various mental health diagnoses, behavioral challenges, and life stressors. I utilize a person-centered, strengths-based approach. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) techniques and Eye Movement Densitazation and Reprocessing (EMDR) in my practice. My goal is to help you realize your potential and strive to meet your individual goals!
Are you feeling stressed or overwhelmed, sad or anxious? Do you feel like life's challenges are becoming too much? I'm here to help! I have experience working with clients from diverse backgrounds with various mental health diagnoses, behavioral challenges, and life stressors. I utilize a person-centered, strengths-based approach. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) techniques and Eye Movement Densitazation and Reprocessing (EMDR) in my practice. My goal is to help you realize your potential and strive to meet your individual goals!
(610) 624-6915 View (610) 624-6915
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Nicole Schuster
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18104
Are you tired of struggling with with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, low self-esteem, grief, trauma or self-harming behaviors? Are you going through a major life transition and need support and guidance? I can provide you with a safe space to build the skills to overcome these problems and move closer to the life you want. My primary strategies draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT skills training, Solution-Focused and Strengths Based approaches. We will work together to pursue the goals that are important to you provide you with the skills to accomplish them.
Are you tired of struggling with with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, low self-esteem, grief, trauma or self-harming behaviors? Are you going through a major life transition and need support and guidance? I can provide you with a safe space to build the skills to overcome these problems and move closer to the life you want. My primary strategies draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT skills training, Solution-Focused and Strengths Based approaches. We will work together to pursue the goals that are important to you provide you with the skills to accomplish them.
(610) 890-3485 x1 View (610) 890-3485 x1
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Dr. Farah Moyer
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18103
Using CBT/DBT, mindfulness, and acceptance based strategies, I will help you to experience your present moment and find freedom.
Are you tired of feeling misunderstood? Do you spend your days just waiting for that moment where you can breathe? Does it seem like no matter how hard you try, nothing is ever good enough? Are you thinking, when do I finally get to just be me? You're not alone! When you are in pain and others are telling you to just get over it, I will listen. I can help you learn how to live life to the fullest, cope, and finally feel at peace. I believe that each person is unique and has something special to bring to the table. I want to help you believe that too.
Using CBT/DBT, mindfulness, and acceptance based strategies, I will help you to experience your present moment and find freedom.
Are you tired of feeling misunderstood? Do you spend your days just waiting for that moment where you can breathe? Does it seem like no matter how hard you try, nothing is ever good enough? Are you thinking, when do I finally get to just be me? You're not alone! When you are in pain and others are telling you to just get over it, I will listen. I can help you learn how to live life to the fullest, cope, and finally feel at peace. I believe that each person is unique and has something special to bring to the table. I want to help you believe that too.
(484) 341-7295 View (484) 341-7295
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Christopher Kichline
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18104
I am currently undergoing training in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Motivational Enhancement Strategies.
I work well with a range of problems across the adult lifespan, with experience effectively treating depression, anxiety, trauma and problems with life transitions. I have a clinical interest in effective treatment of PTSD and serious mental illness. Since completing my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, I am currently working toward licensure as a psychologist under the supervision of Dr. Hoolahan and Dr. Sell. As a Marine Corps veteran, I have an appreciation for the obstacles that other veterans may face, both at coping with challenges resulting from their service or those that arise through transitioning back to a civilian life.
I am currently undergoing training in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Motivational Enhancement Strategies.
I work well with a range of problems across the adult lifespan, with experience effectively treating depression, anxiety, trauma and problems with life transitions. I have a clinical interest in effective treatment of PTSD and serious mental illness. Since completing my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, I am currently working toward licensure as a psychologist under the supervision of Dr. Hoolahan and Dr. Sell. As a Marine Corps veteran, I have an appreciation for the obstacles that other veterans may face, both at coping with challenges resulting from their service or those that arise through transitioning back to a civilian life.
(610) 880-3422 View (610) 880-3422
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Walka Estevez
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18104  (Online Only)
Walka has a dedicated to provide guidance and support to her client through different therapeutic approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy ( CBT), dialectal behavioral therapy (DBT), mindfulness, and person-centered therapy.
Walka Estevez is a bilingual (Spanish, English) therapist with over 12 years of experience in the field working with adolescents, adults (female, male), providing them individual, family and group therapy. Walka is specializes in depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, grief, oppositional and defiant behavior.
Walka has a dedicated to provide guidance and support to her client through different therapeutic approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy ( CBT), dialectal behavioral therapy (DBT), mindfulness, and person-centered therapy.
Walka Estevez is a bilingual (Spanish, English) therapist with over 12 years of experience in the field working with adolescents, adults (female, male), providing them individual, family and group therapy. Walka is specializes in depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, grief, oppositional and defiant behavior.
(610) 756-9561 View (610) 756-9561
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The Calm Space LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18104
I am trained in CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, and EMDR.
Do you want a more supportive holistic approach into your mental health struggles? We used to think that mental disorders were not physical disorders. Mind you, this was long ago but the stigma still remains. Some still believe that our symptoms are purely a biochemical imbalance. My belief is focusing on a multidimensional approach exploring all aspects of our current life from our physical and emotional health to our social, spiritual, intellectual, vocational connections and living environment. My hope is to help others reach their full potential by exploring their past traumas, abusive relationships, and grief/loss.
I am trained in CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, and EMDR.
Do you want a more supportive holistic approach into your mental health struggles? We used to think that mental disorders were not physical disorders. Mind you, this was long ago but the stigma still remains. Some still believe that our symptoms are purely a biochemical imbalance. My belief is focusing on a multidimensional approach exploring all aspects of our current life from our physical and emotional health to our social, spiritual, intellectual, vocational connections and living environment. My hope is to help others reach their full potential by exploring their past traumas, abusive relationships, and grief/loss.
(610) 906-8064 View (610) 906-8064
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Chris Friend
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18103  (Online Only)
I utilize a CBT and DBT approach but believe therapy is very person-specific and will tailor our sessions to fit your specific needs.
Hi ya’ll, I’m Chris. The state of the world and our own well-being can often feel very fragile, especially after these last few years. Through counseling I am able to provide an outlet for processing your emotions and actions and finding a way to unstick yourself when you don’t like where you are. Therapy can be a frightening step for many, but I hope to make your journey to a healthier mindset as comfortable and rewarding as possible. My clinical experience and education are focused on working with those who struggle with severe depression and anxiety.
I utilize a CBT and DBT approach but believe therapy is very person-specific and will tailor our sessions to fit your specific needs.
Hi ya’ll, I’m Chris. The state of the world and our own well-being can often feel very fragile, especially after these last few years. Through counseling I am able to provide an outlet for processing your emotions and actions and finding a way to unstick yourself when you don’t like where you are. Therapy can be a frightening step for many, but I hope to make your journey to a healthier mindset as comfortable and rewarding as possible. My clinical experience and education are focused on working with those who struggle with severe depression and anxiety.
(412) 790-1466 View (412) 790-1466
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Emily Seidle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18103  (Online Only)
I integrate mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and elements of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, amongst other modalities to help you develop a stronger relationship with yourself.
Hello and welcome! Do you feel pulled in a million directions, unable to fit it all in? Are you struggling with your relationships, work, and health? Is it hard to be kind to yourself? As your therapist, I can help you manage anxiety, and depression, avoid burnout and learn how to develop more meaningful relationships with others and yourself. Together, we can identify what's not working and get you back to balance. We'll use a whole-self approach, addressing the needs of your mind, body, and spirit.
I integrate mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and elements of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, amongst other modalities to help you develop a stronger relationship with yourself.
Hello and welcome! Do you feel pulled in a million directions, unable to fit it all in? Are you struggling with your relationships, work, and health? Is it hard to be kind to yourself? As your therapist, I can help you manage anxiety, and depression, avoid burnout and learn how to develop more meaningful relationships with others and yourself. Together, we can identify what's not working and get you back to balance. We'll use a whole-self approach, addressing the needs of your mind, body, and spirit.
(215) 770-1673 View (215) 770-1673
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Rachelle Cavicchia
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18103
I will be conducting a new adolescent DBT weekly group.
My name is Rachelle Cavicchia and I have 10+ years therapeutic experience counseling adolescents and adults via group, family, couples and individual therapy. I have a passion for working with clients, helping them become more empowered to enable their self-change. It’s a great feeling to truly know you’re not a victim of your circumstances. Though change is hard, it is possible.
I will be conducting a new adolescent DBT weekly group.
My name is Rachelle Cavicchia and I have 10+ years therapeutic experience counseling adolescents and adults via group, family, couples and individual therapy. I have a passion for working with clients, helping them become more empowered to enable their self-change. It’s a great feeling to truly know you’re not a victim of your circumstances. Though change is hard, it is possible.
(610) 890-9207 View (610) 890-9207
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Kealsey McNeil
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18103  (Online Only)
Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement and Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Prolonged Exposure (PE).
I am a passionate therapist whose mission is to help you to achieve emotional wellness. As a licensed clinical social worker, I’ve practiced therapy for over 7 years in a variety of settings. My therapeutic treatment modalities include Cognitive and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Prolonged Exposure and Solution Focused Brief Therapy with an understanding of choosing from eclectic, appropriate modalities to meet the client’s needs. I have experience treating a wide variety of mental health diagnoses including: anxiety, depression, trauma, and bipolar disorder and substance abuse.
Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement and Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Prolonged Exposure (PE).
I am a passionate therapist whose mission is to help you to achieve emotional wellness. As a licensed clinical social worker, I’ve practiced therapy for over 7 years in a variety of settings. My therapeutic treatment modalities include Cognitive and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Prolonged Exposure and Solution Focused Brief Therapy with an understanding of choosing from eclectic, appropriate modalities to meet the client’s needs. I have experience treating a wide variety of mental health diagnoses including: anxiety, depression, trauma, and bipolar disorder and substance abuse.
(215) 883-4896 View (215) 883-4896
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Jolene Batarick
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18104
I specialize in treating eating disorders, trauma and ptsd, grief and loss, chronic pain and substance use issues. I am certified in intuitive therapy for eating disorders and am a certified trauma therapist. I strive to create a safe and nurturing atmosphere in which individuals can express themselves. I believe that compassion, empathy and patience are needed with all patients. I draw on mindfulness, DBT and CBT techniques. I also incorporate play, art and music therapy when appropriate. Each treatment is tailored to each client, so I focus on getting to know you and how you want to live your life, and what is stopping you.
I specialize in treating eating disorders, trauma and ptsd, grief and loss, chronic pain and substance use issues. I am certified in intuitive therapy for eating disorders and am a certified trauma therapist. I strive to create a safe and nurturing atmosphere in which individuals can express themselves. I believe that compassion, empathy and patience are needed with all patients. I draw on mindfulness, DBT and CBT techniques. I also incorporate play, art and music therapy when appropriate. Each treatment is tailored to each client, so I focus on getting to know you and how you want to live your life, and what is stopping you.
(484) 209-9748 View (484) 209-9748
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Karina F Guerrero
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18103  (Online Only)
You have taken the first step into a better you and a better life. I want to help you explore yourself, your strengths, your fears, your weaknesses your goals and together create a plan that will help you achieve your goals. I will be with you every step of the way. I am trained in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, talk therapy, etc. I like to use my whole tool box to help you build yours, no two plans are the same. You will have individualized strategies developed for you. Podemos embarazarnos en este proceso juntos.
You have taken the first step into a better you and a better life. I want to help you explore yourself, your strengths, your fears, your weaknesses your goals and together create a plan that will help you achieve your goals. I will be with you every step of the way. I am trained in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, talk therapy, etc. I like to use my whole tool box to help you build yours, no two plans are the same. You will have individualized strategies developed for you. Podemos embarazarnos en este proceso juntos.
(484) 989-7232 View (484) 989-7232
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Hayley Peterson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18104
As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Board Certified Telemental Health Counselor, my extensive experience spans various settings including outpatient mental health, private practice, and drug and alcohol facilities. Recognizing the diversity of each individual, I adopt an eclectic approach, utilizing modalities like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Techniques. This ensures a personalized and effective treatment approach tailored to each client's unique needs.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Board Certified Telemental Health Counselor, my extensive experience spans various settings including outpatient mental health, private practice, and drug and alcohol facilities. Recognizing the diversity of each individual, I adopt an eclectic approach, utilizing modalities like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Techniques. This ensures a personalized and effective treatment approach tailored to each client's unique needs.
(267) 754-3723 View (267) 754-3723
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Christopher Guarino
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18103
I have completed post-doctoral training in psychoanalytic psychotherapy and DBT.
While their situations were unique, the people that I’ve worked with over the years often sought support when they felt lost, disconnected, or uninspired. For some, these feelings were lifelong. For others, they arose following a major loss or change. Therapy enables you to process and overcome these challenges, allowing you to rediscover your true self. I especially enjoy working with high-achieving individuals who hold high-stress and demanding positions and experience challenges with perfectionism, competitiveness, and feelings of jealousy and envy.
I have completed post-doctoral training in psychoanalytic psychotherapy and DBT.
While their situations were unique, the people that I’ve worked with over the years often sought support when they felt lost, disconnected, or uninspired. For some, these feelings were lifelong. For others, they arose following a major loss or change. Therapy enables you to process and overcome these challenges, allowing you to rediscover your true self. I especially enjoy working with high-achieving individuals who hold high-stress and demanding positions and experience challenges with perfectionism, competitiveness, and feelings of jealousy and envy.
(862) 346-6754 View (862) 346-6754
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Athena Lombardo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CAADC, CIMHP
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18101  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
With a blend of Holistic, Internal Family Systems, and Humanistic approaches, including tools from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I offer a unique approach.
I specialize in working with individuals who grapple with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, and substance abuse. If you find yourself feeling disconnected from your true self or struggling to prioritize your needs, our work together will focus on unraveling the layers that hinder self-awareness and authentic living.
With a blend of Holistic, Internal Family Systems, and Humanistic approaches, including tools from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I offer a unique approach.
I specialize in working with individuals who grapple with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, and substance abuse. If you find yourself feeling disconnected from your true self or struggling to prioritize your needs, our work together will focus on unraveling the layers that hinder self-awareness and authentic living.
(267) 367-6319 View (267) 367-6319
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Damaris Vanderhall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18106
What sets me apart from other counselors is my ability to meet the client “where they are” Whether that is a client with a severe & persistent mental health disorder or a client that I only meet with for a few brief sessions to help them work through a “tough period” in their lives. I am certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy which has been proven effective in changing thought process and/or behavior to get more out of life. Simply stated – life isn’t black OR white and we often miss the importance of approaching things from a “gray point of view”.
What sets me apart from other counselors is my ability to meet the client “where they are” Whether that is a client with a severe & persistent mental health disorder or a client that I only meet with for a few brief sessions to help them work through a “tough period” in their lives. I am certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy which has been proven effective in changing thought process and/or behavior to get more out of life. Simply stated – life isn’t black OR white and we often miss the importance of approaching things from a “gray point of view”.
(610) 421-0562 View (610) 421-0562
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Michelle Callahan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18104
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor that enjoys helping people and supporting them to achieve their goals. I believe that it is important to discuss and incorporate a client's beliefs, values, and strengths into therapy. This helps me to understand how to best support my clients and to use their strengths to empower them. I have experience with a variety of reasons for clients seeking therapy and have acquired numerous therapeutic techniques and interventions to personalize treatment to each individual client. I have worked with clients as young as two years old and have extensive experience with family therapy as well.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor that enjoys helping people and supporting them to achieve their goals. I believe that it is important to discuss and incorporate a client's beliefs, values, and strengths into therapy. This helps me to understand how to best support my clients and to use their strengths to empower them. I have experience with a variety of reasons for clients seeking therapy and have acquired numerous therapeutic techniques and interventions to personalize treatment to each individual client. I have worked with clients as young as two years old and have extensive experience with family therapy as well.
(610) 890-8469 View (610) 890-8469
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.