Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Edmonton, AB
Heather Rampling
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5M
My client-centered approach prioritizes your unique experiences, values, and goals. I believe in creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered to explore your thoughts and emotions. I also utilize a Strengths-Based approach and draw from a variety of therapeutic modalities, including play and art-based methods, CBT, DBT, and Solution-Focused.
My client-centered approach prioritizes your unique experiences, values, and goals. I believe in creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered to explore your thoughts and emotions. I also utilize a Strengths-Based approach and draw from a variety of therapeutic modalities, including play and art-based methods, CBT, DBT, and Solution-Focused.
Megan Just-Mancini
Psychologist, PsyD, MA, BSc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6X
Waitlist for new clients
Her work is grounded in evidence-based practice, specializing in humanism and cognitive and dialectical behaviour therapy.
Dr. Just-Mancini is a registered psychologist in Alberta. She adopts a strengths-based approach to empower clients to reach their goals and flourish. She views the client as the expert and believes in collaborating with the client and other important people, including parents, physicians, psychologists, and schools. Dr. Just-Mancini works with children over 6-years-old, adolescents, parents and adults. Her primary areas of expertise include anxiety, perfectionism, OCD, depression, self-esteem, parenting, burnout, and stress management. She works with persons from all cultures, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.
Her work is grounded in evidence-based practice, specializing in humanism and cognitive and dialectical behaviour therapy.
Dr. Just-Mancini is a registered psychologist in Alberta. She adopts a strengths-based approach to empower clients to reach their goals and flourish. She views the client as the expert and believes in collaborating with the client and other important people, including parents, physicians, psychologists, and schools. Dr. Just-Mancini works with children over 6-years-old, adolescents, parents and adults. Her primary areas of expertise include anxiety, perfectionism, OCD, depression, self-esteem, parenting, burnout, and stress management. She works with persons from all cultures, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.
As a therapist with advanced training in DBT, I can assist you in addressing a multitude of concerns such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, process addictions as well as other unwanted behaviours that are pulling you away form your long term goals.
I believe everyone deserves the opportunity to build a meaningful and rewarding life, but sometimes, this can feel out of reach, confusing and even impossible. Regardless of whether you're dealing with ongoing mental health concerns, are feeling disconnected after a stressful life change, or just feel stuck, I'm here to help you start building the future you deserve. As an occupational therapist for over ten years who has specialized in mental health I come to this space from a skills-based approach. I work with diverse families and individuals (adults and teenagers 12-17 years old) in a safe and nonjudgemental space.
As a therapist with advanced training in DBT, I can assist you in addressing a multitude of concerns such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, process addictions as well as other unwanted behaviours that are pulling you away form your long term goals.
I believe everyone deserves the opportunity to build a meaningful and rewarding life, but sometimes, this can feel out of reach, confusing and even impossible. Regardless of whether you're dealing with ongoing mental health concerns, are feeling disconnected after a stressful life change, or just feel stuck, I'm here to help you start building the future you deserve. As an occupational therapist for over ten years who has specialized in mental health I come to this space from a skills-based approach. I work with diverse families and individuals (adults and teenagers 12-17 years old) in a safe and nonjudgemental space.
I am passionate about supporting individuals and families to overcome pain/trauma and work towards wholeness, healing, and ultimately building lives that express their full potential. I specialize in working with children/youth, and adults affected by trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, suicide, depression, ADHD, low self esteem, as well as those healing from abuse in relationships. I work collaboratively with clients to create goals and develop road maps for healing, and to create a safe and non-judgmental space for healing to occur. I use an ecclectic approach including: talk therapy, Art Therapy, DBT, EMDR and mindfulness/somatic.
I am passionate about supporting individuals and families to overcome pain/trauma and work towards wholeness, healing, and ultimately building lives that express their full potential. I specialize in working with children/youth, and adults affected by trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, suicide, depression, ADHD, low self esteem, as well as those healing from abuse in relationships. I work collaboratively with clients to create goals and develop road maps for healing, and to create a safe and non-judgmental space for healing to occur. I use an ecclectic approach including: talk therapy, Art Therapy, DBT, EMDR and mindfulness/somatic.
Brandon Biasini
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MC, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6E
My approaches include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Strength-based Therapy.
I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, emotional difficulties, and interpersonal difficulties. However, I have worked with clients on a variety of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, interpersonal difficulties, emotion regulation, stress, grief, and others.
My approaches include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Strength-based Therapy.
I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, emotional difficulties, and interpersonal difficulties. However, I have worked with clients on a variety of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, interpersonal difficulties, emotion regulation, stress, grief, and others.
Kari draws from an array of therapeutic approaches including cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical-behavioural therapy ( DBT), polyvagal theory for anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Kari strongly believes in the power of human connection and works to cultivate a therapeutic relationship that is safe and transformative. Kari approaches her work not as an expert on your journey but as a fellow traveller that has the privilege to walk alongside you in your journey to heal. Kari recognizes that as human beings, we are all interconnected and inevitably face similar hurts, fears, and anxieties. Kari endeavours to learn about your challenges with empathy, develop a personalized treatment plan that is meaningful to you, and offer compassionate support as you move toward your goals.
Kari draws from an array of therapeutic approaches including cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical-behavioural therapy ( DBT), polyvagal theory for anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Kari strongly believes in the power of human connection and works to cultivate a therapeutic relationship that is safe and transformative. Kari approaches her work not as an expert on your journey but as a fellow traveller that has the privilege to walk alongside you in your journey to heal. Kari recognizes that as human beings, we are all interconnected and inevitably face similar hurts, fears, and anxieties. Kari endeavours to learn about your challenges with empathy, develop a personalized treatment plan that is meaningful to you, and offer compassionate support as you move toward your goals.
Dr. Polly Chawla- Insightful Recovery
Registered Provisional Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T6X
In addition to EMDR and Internal Family System therapies, I bring specialized approach of DBT and CBT to our sessions.
Choosing to embark on a therapeutic journey is no minor step. It demands a mix of emotions, time, and finance. More than anything, however, it requires courage. When someone musters the strength to seek help, it's not merely for the sake of talking. They are looking for a professional who is fully invested in their wellbeing.I deeply believe in the inherent potential every individual possesses to effect positive change in their lives. My mission is to equip you with the skills and tools necessary to realize that change. My focus is on adults, including (but not limited to) Veterans, First Responders, and those recovering from MVA.
In addition to EMDR and Internal Family System therapies, I bring specialized approach of DBT and CBT to our sessions.
Choosing to embark on a therapeutic journey is no minor step. It demands a mix of emotions, time, and finance. More than anything, however, it requires courage. When someone musters the strength to seek help, it's not merely for the sake of talking. They are looking for a professional who is fully invested in their wellbeing.I deeply believe in the inherent potential every individual possesses to effect positive change in their lives. My mission is to equip you with the skills and tools necessary to realize that change. My focus is on adults, including (but not limited to) Veterans, First Responders, and those recovering from MVA.
Carly MacArthur
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6E
Waitlist for new clients
I use somatic, attachment-based, ACT and DBT approaches to compassionately and creatively work with you.
Welcome. You may be reading this if you're tired of feeling sad, confused, anxious, stuck, or any other difficult emotion. It takes courage to admit we struggle and to seek help to sort out how to feel better. When bad things happen to us or things don’t go as hoped, it can affect our trust in ourselves, our relationships and how we connect with the world. It is my honour to work alongside you to help you find ways to feel better. My goal is help you gain clarity on difficult feelings and problems you face and then change unhelpful patterns. Therapy can help you feel empowered and restore your connection with wellness.
I use somatic, attachment-based, ACT and DBT approaches to compassionately and creatively work with you.
Welcome. You may be reading this if you're tired of feeling sad, confused, anxious, stuck, or any other difficult emotion. It takes courage to admit we struggle and to seek help to sort out how to feel better. When bad things happen to us or things don’t go as hoped, it can affect our trust in ourselves, our relationships and how we connect with the world. It is my honour to work alongside you to help you find ways to feel better. My goal is help you gain clarity on difficult feelings and problems you face and then change unhelpful patterns. Therapy can help you feel empowered and restore your connection with wellness.
I work from a person-centered approach, using a variety of CBT, DBT, and mindfulness based interventions.
I am a kink-conscious, trauma-informed therapist that works with couples, ENM, and Polyamorous individuals, as well as sex therapy. I also take on a number of individual clients, that deal with a myriad of issues, including depression, anxiety, and trauma related concerns. I primarily serve adults and couples, but have experience with families and children.
I work from a person-centered approach, using a variety of CBT, DBT, and mindfulness based interventions.
I am a kink-conscious, trauma-informed therapist that works with couples, ENM, and Polyamorous individuals, as well as sex therapy. I also take on a number of individual clients, that deal with a myriad of issues, including depression, anxiety, and trauma related concerns. I primarily serve adults and couples, but have experience with families and children.
Darien Zwicker
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MC, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6X
I utilize an integrative therapeutic approach and draw on a variety of evidence-based methods such as Emotion-focused Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Self-Compassion, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
Hi! My name is Darien and I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist working in the Edmonton area. I work with children, adolescents, and adults to provide support on a variety of concerns including depression, anxiety, addiction, life transitions, grief and loss, emotional regulation, self-harm, and relationship challenges. I also have specialized training in and a passion for working with individuals who are struggling with eating disorders and disordered eating, body dysmorphia, body image concerns, and self-esteem issues.
I utilize an integrative therapeutic approach and draw on a variety of evidence-based methods such as Emotion-focused Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Self-Compassion, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
Hi! My name is Darien and I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist working in the Edmonton area. I work with children, adolescents, and adults to provide support on a variety of concerns including depression, anxiety, addiction, life transitions, grief and loss, emotional regulation, self-harm, and relationship challenges. I also have specialized training in and a passion for working with individuals who are struggling with eating disorders and disordered eating, body dysmorphia, body image concerns, and self-esteem issues.
Trained in ART, CBT, and DBT, I offer diverse approaches to mental health, focusing on transforming negative thoughts and behaviours into positive growth for dealing with trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
If you're facing emotional and behavioural challenges, dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, or trauma, I am here to help. You deserve more than temporary relief; you deserve a transformative journey toward peace, resilience, and self-awareness. Let's work together to develop healthier coping mechanisms and understand patterns hindering your growth. I'm committed to guiding you toward a life where you can effectively navigate your emotions and relationships
Trained in ART, CBT, and DBT, I offer diverse approaches to mental health, focusing on transforming negative thoughts and behaviours into positive growth for dealing with trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
If you're facing emotional and behavioural challenges, dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, or trauma, I am here to help. You deserve more than temporary relief; you deserve a transformative journey toward peace, resilience, and self-awareness. Let's work together to develop healthier coping mechanisms and understand patterns hindering your growth. I'm committed to guiding you toward a life where you can effectively navigate your emotions and relationships
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My expertise includes Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Self Regulation Therapy (SRT), Somatic Experiencing and Mindfulness.
Welcome. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, grappling with past trauma, or struggling to navigate life’s transitions, you’re not alone. As a compassionate psychologist with extensive experience in the mental health field, I understand that each person's journey is unique, and I am here to support you every step of the way. Whether you’re facing challenges such as depression, PTSD, or stress from work or relationships, or you’re dealing with issues related to sleep, sexuality, body image, or grief, my goal is to help you find clarity, build resilience, and achieve your personal wellness goals.
My expertise includes Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Self Regulation Therapy (SRT), Somatic Experiencing and Mindfulness.
Welcome. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, grappling with past trauma, or struggling to navigate life’s transitions, you’re not alone. As a compassionate psychologist with extensive experience in the mental health field, I understand that each person's journey is unique, and I am here to support you every step of the way. Whether you’re facing challenges such as depression, PTSD, or stress from work or relationships, or you’re dealing with issues related to sleep, sexuality, body image, or grief, my goal is to help you find clarity, build resilience, and achieve your personal wellness goals.
Do you feel overwhelmed, drained, or disconnected? Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, chronic stress, managing pain, or expressing yourself in relationships? I would like to offer you compassion and support. Drawing from my 20 years of experience working with diverse clients and using approaches such as Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, EMDR and Solution-Focused Therapy, we can collaborate to tailor an approach that works for your unique situation.
Do you feel overwhelmed, drained, or disconnected? Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, chronic stress, managing pain, or expressing yourself in relationships? I would like to offer you compassion and support. Drawing from my 20 years of experience working with diverse clients and using approaches such as Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, EMDR and Solution-Focused Therapy, we can collaborate to tailor an approach that works for your unique situation.
Through CBT, DBT, EMDR, or other special modalities, therapy helps adults, couples, kids, teens & families to gain new insight into your challenges, gently heal even the deepest wounds, soothe intense emotions, calm critical thoughts & meaningfully transform patterns that no longer serve you, into ones that do.
It's easy to get stuck in patterns that sabotage the life you want to live: overly busy thoughts, intense emotions, or automatic reactions. Often traumatic or painful past experiences can leave lingering impacts on your day-to-day functioning, leaving you feeling disconnected, out of control, overwhelmed, or stuck in cycles or patterns that never seem to let up. Therapy is your space to learn how to effectively get un-stuck, heal from past wounds, transform unhelpful patterns, and grow. Therapy facilitates supported conscious engagement with your inner world, helping you to deepen your awareness and make truly meaningful changes.
Through CBT, DBT, EMDR, or other special modalities, therapy helps adults, couples, kids, teens & families to gain new insight into your challenges, gently heal even the deepest wounds, soothe intense emotions, calm critical thoughts & meaningfully transform patterns that no longer serve you, into ones that do.
It's easy to get stuck in patterns that sabotage the life you want to live: overly busy thoughts, intense emotions, or automatic reactions. Often traumatic or painful past experiences can leave lingering impacts on your day-to-day functioning, leaving you feeling disconnected, out of control, overwhelmed, or stuck in cycles or patterns that never seem to let up. Therapy is your space to learn how to effectively get un-stuck, heal from past wounds, transform unhelpful patterns, and grow. Therapy facilitates supported conscious engagement with your inner world, helping you to deepen your awareness and make truly meaningful changes.
I rely on an integrative approach to therapy that combines elements of CBT, ACT, DBT, EFT and EMDR.
I am a Registered Psychologist with a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology from the University of Alberta. My approach to therapy emphasizes the importance of confronting our painful emotions and experiences from a place of safety, curiosity, and honesty. I work with individuals and couples as well as teens and youth. I also have a special interest in working with men. I believe that men are often under resourced when it comes to accessing, expressing, and understanding their emotions, often leading to painful, yet avoidable, experiences.
I rely on an integrative approach to therapy that combines elements of CBT, ACT, DBT, EFT and EMDR.
I am a Registered Psychologist with a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology from the University of Alberta. My approach to therapy emphasizes the importance of confronting our painful emotions and experiences from a place of safety, curiosity, and honesty. I work with individuals and couples as well as teens and youth. I also have a special interest in working with men. I believe that men are often under resourced when it comes to accessing, expressing, and understanding their emotions, often leading to painful, yet avoidable, experiences.
Christine S Feehan
Occupational Therapist, MScOT, RegOT, BArts
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5R
With 10 years of clinical practice, I use techniques that draw from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Exposure Therapy & more to optimize support for each client's needs.
Outside of sessions, many struggle to apply skills & enact real-world change. If you're struggling with anxiety, stress or complicated relationships & want to shift into a life of thriving, I can effectively help. I will support you to make intentional & healthy change in areas that you can influence while letting go of the things that do not serve you in order to balance agency and acceptance. Through skill-building, in-in-person activities & empowerment, you can be better equipped to meet life on life's terms. I'll aid you in exploring your experiences & concerns at your own pace while collaborating towards solutions and growth.
With 10 years of clinical practice, I use techniques that draw from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Exposure Therapy & more to optimize support for each client's needs.
Outside of sessions, many struggle to apply skills & enact real-world change. If you're struggling with anxiety, stress or complicated relationships & want to shift into a life of thriving, I can effectively help. I will support you to make intentional & healthy change in areas that you can influence while letting go of the things that do not serve you in order to balance agency and acceptance. Through skill-building, in-in-person activities & empowerment, you can be better equipped to meet life on life's terms. I'll aid you in exploring your experiences & concerns at your own pace while collaborating towards solutions and growth.
Tulia Counselling & Consulting
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6X
Our therapists use somatic and attachment-based therapy and offer modalities such as EMDR, CBT, DBT, & EFT.
Do you struggle with challenges such as anxiety, depression, or navigating difficult relationships that affect your day-to-day life and relationships? Maybe you feel overwhelmed by the thought of living up to your family obligations and want to do things differently but don’t want to “bring shame to the family”? Are you questioning if life could be better but not sure where to start? If this feels familiar to you, then you’ve come to the right place. Helping you heal and thrive is what we’re all about. Welcome to Tulia, where we specialize in helping people recover from trauma.
Our therapists use somatic and attachment-based therapy and offer modalities such as EMDR, CBT, DBT, & EFT.
Do you struggle with challenges such as anxiety, depression, or navigating difficult relationships that affect your day-to-day life and relationships? Maybe you feel overwhelmed by the thought of living up to your family obligations and want to do things differently but don’t want to “bring shame to the family”? Are you questioning if life could be better but not sure where to start? If this feels familiar to you, then you’ve come to the right place. Helping you heal and thrive is what we’re all about. Welcome to Tulia, where we specialize in helping people recover from trauma.
I'm a Certified Hakomi Therapist (a mindfulness-based somatic therapy) with training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), and Psychedelic-assisted Therapy.
Are you curious about psychedelic-assisted therapy? Perhaps you have tried other modalities with limited benefits. A paradigm shift in mental health is emerging, with psychedelic medicines positioned as a novel cutting-edge adjunct to psychotherapeutic treatment. Though this therapy is not for everyone, a resurgent wave of scientific research has indicated that psychedelics can be effective in treating a variety of clinical conditions. By accessing expanded states of consciousness, psychedelic medicines can allow us to tap into the internal healing wisdom within and transgress previously embedded limitations.
I'm a Certified Hakomi Therapist (a mindfulness-based somatic therapy) with training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), and Psychedelic-assisted Therapy.
Are you curious about psychedelic-assisted therapy? Perhaps you have tried other modalities with limited benefits. A paradigm shift in mental health is emerging, with psychedelic medicines positioned as a novel cutting-edge adjunct to psychotherapeutic treatment. Though this therapy is not for everyone, a resurgent wave of scientific research has indicated that psychedelics can be effective in treating a variety of clinical conditions. By accessing expanded states of consciousness, psychedelic medicines can allow us to tap into the internal healing wisdom within and transgress previously embedded limitations.
Our team consists of Registered and Provisional Psychologists who have specialized training in EMDR, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy ( DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Solution Focused Therapy (SFT).
Stillar Psychological is client-centred private practice that offers counselling for children/adolescents, adults, couples, and families with a diverse range of mental health issues. Our aim is to help our clients grow from their struggles, heal from their pain, and move forward to where they want to be in life. Our team uses a person-centered and humanistic approach with clients. This includes providing a safe space for them to share their concerns and developing an individualized treatment approach that meets our clients unique needs and above all else feels like a good fit for them.
Our team consists of Registered and Provisional Psychologists who have specialized training in EMDR, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy ( DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Solution Focused Therapy (SFT).
Stillar Psychological is client-centred private practice that offers counselling for children/adolescents, adults, couples, and families with a diverse range of mental health issues. Our aim is to help our clients grow from their struggles, heal from their pain, and move forward to where they want to be in life. Our team uses a person-centered and humanistic approach with clients. This includes providing a safe space for them to share their concerns and developing an individualized treatment approach that meets our clients unique needs and above all else feels like a good fit for them.
J. Gordon Child Psychology Group
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6E
, CBT, DBT, SPACE, play, art and sand tray therapy, EMDR, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, EFFT) to help clients learn and grow from difficult events and feelings experienced in their life.
Life can feel overwhelming. We can help. We are a group of seasoned practitioners who specialize in assessment, play therapy, trauma therapy, and counselling services for children and teens experiencing social, emotional, behavioural, and learning concerns. We also offer a variety of therapeutic supports for adults, caregivers (perinatal and parenting support), couples, and families. We provide a supportive environment to feel heard and understood, while helping to build insight, coping skills, balance, and resilience. Therapeutic support is tailored to your child and family's unique strengths and needs.
, CBT, DBT, SPACE, play, art and sand tray therapy, EMDR, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, EFFT) to help clients learn and grow from difficult events and feelings experienced in their life.
Life can feel overwhelming. We can help. We are a group of seasoned practitioners who specialize in assessment, play therapy, trauma therapy, and counselling services for children and teens experiencing social, emotional, behavioural, and learning concerns. We also offer a variety of therapeutic supports for adults, caregivers (perinatal and parenting support), couples, and families. We provide a supportive environment to feel heard and understood, while helping to build insight, coping skills, balance, and resilience. Therapeutic support is tailored to your child and family's unique strengths and needs.
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Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Counsellors
Who is DBT for?
Dialectical Behaviour 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 behaviour 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, behaviour, 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 behavioural 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 behaviour; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.