Kansas City
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy Program
Treatment Center
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy Program

Treatment Center

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2029 Buchanan St., Kansas City, MO 64116
(816) 873-8469
Let's Connect (816) 873-8469
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Transform Your Emotions. Transform Your Life.
The Lilac Center’s Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) program helps those facing intense emotions, depression, anxiety, or anger create lasting change. Through individual therapy, group therapy, and coaching calls, our expert clinicians teach proven DBT skills—mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. We also offer Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) for those needing more structured, immersive care. With online tools and compassionate support, you can build balance, stability, and the life you were meant to live.
DBT Tools to Help You Thrive
Our DBT program helps bring balance to thoughts, feelings, and actions through individual and group therapy. We teach proven skills—mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness—shown to help those with Borderline Personality Disorder and other emotional challenges.
You’re Not Alone—We’re Here to Help
If you feel overwhelmed by intense emotions, relationship struggles, or constant stress, we understand how exhausting it can be. At the Lilac Center, we listen without judgment and offer proven DBT tools to help you find balance. Reach out today and take the first step toward a better life.
Call or Dialectical Behavior Therapy Program now for a free 15 minute consultation - (816) 873-8469

Our Facility at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Lilac Center

2029 Buchanan St.

Kansas City, MO 64116 map

 (816) 873-8469

Lilac Center

3630 SW Burlingame Rd.

Topeka, KS 66611 map
Lilac Center, CARF-accredited, offers DBT-based therapy & IOP in KS & MO for BPD, trauma, depression & addiction. Hope starts here!
We specialize in Borderline Personality (BPD), Suicidal Ideation and Trauma focused 
We accept insurance 
Our clients are teens and adults  
Healing is possible. At Lilac Center, our DBT Intensive Outpatient Program helps you grow, connect, and find your way back to hope.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy Program
Let's Connect (816) 873-8469
Photo of Amy Tibbitts - Dialectical Behavior Therapy Program, Treatment Center, MSW, LSCSW

Our Facility at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Lilac Center

2029 Buchanan St.

Kansas City, MO 64116 map

 (816) 873-8469

Lilac Center

3630 SW Burlingame Rd.

Topeka, KS 66611 map
Lilac Center, CARF-accredited, offers DBT-based therapy & IOP in KS & MO for BPD, trauma, depression & addiction. Hope starts here!
We specialize in Borderline Personality (BPD), Suicidal Ideation and Trauma focused 
We accept insurance 
Our clients are teens and adults  
Healing is possible. At Lilac Center, our DBT Intensive Outpatient Program helps you grow, connect, and find your way back to hope.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy Program

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $125
  • Couple Sessions $125

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • APS Healthcare
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Coventry
  • Humana
  • Magellan
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • New Directions | Lucet
  • Optum
  • PreferredOne
  • TRICARE
  • TriWest
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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The Lilac Center is committed to making quality care accessible. We accept most commercial insurance plans, as well as Medicare and Medicaid, so more individuals and families in Kansas and Missouri can receive our DBT-based therapy and IOP services without financial barriers.
Photo of Amy Tibbitts - Dialectical Behavior Therapy Program, Treatment Center, MSW, LSCSW
Dialectical Behavior Therapy Program
Treatment Center
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (816) 873-8469
"
The Lilac Center is committed to making quality care accessible. We accept most commercial insurance plans, as well as Medicare and Medicaid, so more individuals and families in Kansas and Missouri can receive our DBT-based therapy and IOP services without financial barriers.
Photo of Amy Tibbitts - Dialectical Behavior Therapy Program, Treatment Center, MSW, LSCSW
Dialectical Behavior Therapy Program
Treatment Center
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (816) 873-8469

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today License: Missouri / 2000174524

    • Years In Business

  • In Business for 26 years
  • Kansas University, Graduated 1997

    • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Behavioral Tech. DBT Intensive Training / 2000
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At the Lilac Center, our clinicians receive extensive training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, the gold standard for treating BPD and related conditions. As a CARF-accredited provider, we uphold the highest standards of care, ensuring effective, compassionate treatment for every client.
Photo of Amy Tibbitts - Dialectical Behavior Therapy Program, Treatment Center, MSW, LSCSW
Dialectical Behavior Therapy Program
Treatment Center
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (816) 873-8469
"
At the Lilac Center, our clinicians receive extensive training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, the gold standard for treating BPD and related conditions. As a CARF-accredited provider, we uphold the highest standards of care, ensuring effective, compassionate treatment for every client.
Photo of Amy Tibbitts - Dialectical Behavior Therapy Program, Treatment Center, MSW, LSCSW
Dialectical Behavior Therapy Program
Treatment Center
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (816) 873-8469

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma focused

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Chronic Impulsivity
  • Chronic Pain
  • Chronic Relapse
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Eating Disorders
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mood Disorders
  • Substance Use
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Veterans
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The Lilac Center treats Borderline Personality Disorder, trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction, and other emotional challenges. Through our DBT-based therapy and IOP programs, clients gain skills to manage emotions, improve relationships, and build stability—creating lasting change and a life worth living.
Photo of Amy Tibbitts - Dialectical Behavior Therapy Program, Treatment Center, MSW, LSCSW
Dialectical Behavior Therapy Program
Treatment Center
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (816) 873-8469
"
The Lilac Center treats Borderline Personality Disorder, trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction, and other emotional challenges. Through our DBT-based therapy and IOP programs, clients gain skills to manage emotions, improve relationships, and build stability—creating lasting change and a life worth living.
Photo of Amy Tibbitts - Dialectical Behavior Therapy Program, Treatment Center, MSW, LSCSW
Dialectical Behavior Therapy Program
Treatment Center
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (816) 873-8469

Client Focus

Age

Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Age

Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Programs and Services

Treatment Programs

  • Depression
  • Dual Diagnosis

Out / Inpatient

  • Intensive Outpatient Program

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • EMDR
  • Medication Management
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At the Lilac Center, our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is where real change begins. We combine proven Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) with a warm, supportive team that's with you every step of the way. Whether you're struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, or addiction, we'll help you gain the tools to take control of your life and build the future you deserve. Start Today!
Photo of Amy Tibbitts - Dialectical Behavior Therapy Program, Treatment Center, MSW, LSCSW
Dialectical Behavior Therapy Program
Treatment Center
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (816) 873-8469
"
At the Lilac Center, our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is where real change begins. We combine proven Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) with a warm, supportive team that's with you every step of the way. Whether you're struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, or addiction, we'll help you gain the tools to take control of your life and build the future you deserve. Start Today!
Photo of Amy Tibbitts - Dialectical Behavior Therapy Program, Treatment Center, MSW, LSCSW
Dialectical Behavior Therapy Program
Treatment Center
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (816) 873-8469

Location

Primary Location

Lilac Center

2029 Buchanan St.

Kansas City, MO 64116

(816) 873-8469

Email us

Our Website

Additional Location

Lilac Center

3630 SW Burlingame Rd.

Topeka, KS 66611

(816) 873-8469

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

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Lilac Center, CARF-accredited, offers DBT-based therapy & IOP in KS & MO for BPD, trauma, depression & addiction. Hope starts here!
Photo of Amy Tibbitts - Dialectical Behavior Therapy Program, Treatment Center, MSW, LSCSW
Dialectical Behavior Therapy Program
Treatment Center
Call for a free consultation now - (816) 873-8469
"
Lilac Center, CARF-accredited, offers DBT-based therapy & IOP in KS & MO for BPD, trauma, depression & addiction. Hope starts here!
Photo of Amy Tibbitts - Dialectical Behavior Therapy Program, Treatment Center, MSW, LSCSW
Dialectical Behavior Therapy Program
Treatment Center
Call for a free consultation now - (816) 873-8469