Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Halifax, NS
Alexa Kroon-Canning
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSocSc, RSW
Verified Verified
Halifax, NS B3L (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I aim to tailor treatment to the specialized needs of every client & use an integrative, psychodynamically informed approach to achieve this (CBT, TF-CBT, DBT, EMDR).
I am a Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist with extensive experience in treating various mental health concerns. I treat a variety of issues (including trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, addictions, etc), and celebrate working with people of all ages and from all backgrounds. I am inclusive and celebrate diversity, and have a special interest in gender diversity and neurodivergence. Overall, I am passionate about facilitating change in the therapeutic process.
I aim to tailor treatment to the specialized needs of every client & use an integrative, psychodynamically informed approach to achieve this (CBT, TF-CBT, DBT, EMDR).
I am a Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist with extensive experience in treating various mental health concerns. I treat a variety of issues (including trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, addictions, etc), and celebrate working with people of all ages and from all backgrounds. I am inclusive and celebrate diversity, and have a special interest in gender diversity and neurodivergence. Overall, I am passionate about facilitating change in the therapeutic process.
I use aspects of CBT, DBT and narrative therapy to provide psychotherapy on topics such as mental health, life transitions, behaviour change, emotional regulation, event processing and adverse childhood experiences.
A life-long resident of Mi’kma’ki / Nova Scotia, I am a mother, witch, ally and member of the ‘spoonie’ community. With a background in psychology and social work, I like to engage clients in psychoeducation, concrete practices and narrative processing, to help them best understand their emotional, somatic and behaviour-based responses to people and events. I believe that learning about topics such as the mind-body connection, emotional development, identities and relational roles help us to create a greater understanding of oneself and those around us.
I use aspects of CBT, DBT and narrative therapy to provide psychotherapy on topics such as mental health, life transitions, behaviour change, emotional regulation, event processing and adverse childhood experiences.
A life-long resident of Mi’kma’ki / Nova Scotia, I am a mother, witch, ally and member of the ‘spoonie’ community. With a background in psychology and social work, I like to engage clients in psychoeducation, concrete practices and narrative processing, to help them best understand their emotional, somatic and behaviour-based responses to people and events. I believe that learning about topics such as the mind-body connection, emotional development, identities and relational roles help us to create a greater understanding of oneself and those around us.
I use narrative and acceptance and commitment therapy and also draw on emotion-focused family therapy, DBT, and attachment theory.
The harsher the memory, the softer the poem. -pavana reddy. Have you experienced wounding in relationships and find yourself struggling to cope amidst conflict or the aftereffects of trauma or harm? Do you long to love and enjoy yourself and life again (or perhaps for the first time)? Harm can happen in many relationships, including romantic, familial, and with the social world around us. You might be facing triggers, anxiety, depression, feelings of hopelessness, or external barriers to well-being. My hope is to support you in feeling safer, overcoming harsh narratives about yourself, and living a life that feels right for you!
I use narrative and acceptance and commitment therapy and also draw on emotion-focused family therapy, DBT, and attachment theory.
The harsher the memory, the softer the poem. -pavana reddy. Have you experienced wounding in relationships and find yourself struggling to cope amidst conflict or the aftereffects of trauma or harm? Do you long to love and enjoy yourself and life again (or perhaps for the first time)? Harm can happen in many relationships, including romantic, familial, and with the social world around us. You might be facing triggers, anxiety, depression, feelings of hopelessness, or external barriers to well-being. My hope is to support you in feeling safer, overcoming harsh narratives about yourself, and living a life that feels right for you!
I utilize several therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) as well as Dialectical Behavioural Therapy ( DBT) and Play-Based Therapy.
I'm so glad you are here! I know how hard taking the first step in your mental health can be, but you are one step closer to getting back to your best self. I am passionate about the work I do, and feel that building rapport with clients allows for the most growth and success. I strive to ensure that my clients feel they are heard, understood and feel they are in a non-judgemental space to express all their thoughts and feelings. I am currently accepting new clients seeking individual therapy and specialize in children and adolescents, perinatal mental health and parent support and coaching.
I utilize several therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) as well as Dialectical Behavioural Therapy ( DBT) and Play-Based Therapy.
I'm so glad you are here! I know how hard taking the first step in your mental health can be, but you are one step closer to getting back to your best self. I am passionate about the work I do, and feel that building rapport with clients allows for the most growth and success. I strive to ensure that my clients feel they are heard, understood and feel they are in a non-judgemental space to express all their thoughts and feelings. I am currently accepting new clients seeking individual therapy and specialize in children and adolescents, perinatal mental health and parent support and coaching.
That said, I use strategies, with emphasis on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
When clients get to where they need to be, they are often talking about how they are more compassionate with themselves, more able to clearly express their wishes to themselves and to others, more willing to take risks and make mistakes, and more accepting that life is difficult, but also of great value.
That said, I use strategies, with emphasis on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
When clients get to where they need to be, they are often talking about how they are more compassionate with themselves, more able to clearly express their wishes to themselves and to others, more willing to take risks and make mistakes, and more accepting that life is difficult, but also of great value.
Therapeutic approaches include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioual Therapy, Solution-Focused, and Motivational Interviewing.
There is no "too big" or "too small"- all inquiries and goals are welcome for exploration within our therapeutic space. With a background in Corrections and Community Mental Health, I've been fortunuate to hear the stories of many and guide them toward meaningful change and healing.
Therapeutic approaches include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioual Therapy, Solution-Focused, and Motivational Interviewing.
There is no "too big" or "too small"- all inquiries and goals are welcome for exploration within our therapeutic space. With a background in Corrections and Community Mental Health, I've been fortunuate to hear the stories of many and guide them toward meaningful change and healing.
Andrea MacDonald
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Halifax, NS B3L (Online Only)
Gabor Mate, Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
I am a Registered Master Social Worker, and am deeply passionate and grateful to serve as a therapist, offering support to individuals from all walks of life. My commitment lies in helping people delve into the core of the concerns they bring to therapy, with the aim of fostering healing, understanding, and positive change. I believe in practicing therapy from a holistic approach that explores various facets of individuals’ lives and identities. Trust and confidence are crucial elements in the counselling process, therefore I am committed to creating a space of genuine compassion, warmth, humility, and respect.
Gabor Mate, Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
I am a Registered Master Social Worker, and am deeply passionate and grateful to serve as a therapist, offering support to individuals from all walks of life. My commitment lies in helping people delve into the core of the concerns they bring to therapy, with the aim of fostering healing, understanding, and positive change. I believe in practicing therapy from a holistic approach that explores various facets of individuals’ lives and identities. Trust and confidence are crucial elements in the counselling process, therefore I am committed to creating a space of genuine compassion, warmth, humility, and respect.
Gabriel Enxuga
Registered Social Worker, RSW, BSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Halifax, NS B3K (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Operating from a humanistic and trauma-informed lens, I incorporate elements of Internal Family Systems (IFS), Narrative Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy ( DBT) to help clients connect with injured parts, re-story traumatic experiences, and develop coping skills to navigate the turbulent waves of life.
I believe that each us carries inherent goodness inside of us, and sometimes we can become stuck. As a therapist, I see my role as creating a space where you can feel supported to explore the parts of you that are hurting and also to nurture your own inner compassion and wisdom. Working from a non-pathologizing approach, I believe that all behaviour meets a need. The work of therapy is to develop a deeper understanding of what purpose protective mechanisms like addiction, anxiety, and self-harm have played in your life, and what you need to feel supported to grow and change.
Operating from a humanistic and trauma-informed lens, I incorporate elements of Internal Family Systems (IFS), Narrative Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy ( DBT) to help clients connect with injured parts, re-story traumatic experiences, and develop coping skills to navigate the turbulent waves of life.
I believe that each us carries inherent goodness inside of us, and sometimes we can become stuck. As a therapist, I see my role as creating a space where you can feel supported to explore the parts of you that are hurting and also to nurture your own inner compassion and wisdom. Working from a non-pathologizing approach, I believe that all behaviour meets a need. The work of therapy is to develop a deeper understanding of what purpose protective mechanisms like addiction, anxiety, and self-harm have played in your life, and what you need to feel supported to grow and change.
I work from a client-centered approach drawing from various research-proven approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Mindfulness and much more.
Feeling stuck? Have you noticed a decline in your mood? Are negative thoughts (the "what ifs") becoming more difficult to ignore? Are you struggling with managing a difficult relationship and setting boundaries? Maybe you feel that being a new parent is not what you expected? Are you anticipating to, or going through a period of uncertainty or a life transition? Life is too short to surrender to overwhelming thoughts and feelings. With over a decade of experience in the mental health field, I can appreciate the need for time and a safe space to process, problem solve and learn strategies and skills to help you become your best self.
I work from a client-centered approach drawing from various research-proven approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Mindfulness and much more.
Feeling stuck? Have you noticed a decline in your mood? Are negative thoughts (the "what ifs") becoming more difficult to ignore? Are you struggling with managing a difficult relationship and setting boundaries? Maybe you feel that being a new parent is not what you expected? Are you anticipating to, or going through a period of uncertainty or a life transition? Life is too short to surrender to overwhelming thoughts and feelings. With over a decade of experience in the mental health field, I can appreciate the need for time and a safe space to process, problem solve and learn strategies and skills to help you become your best self.
My training includes Mindfulness Based approaches like Compassion Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
I am a Halifax-based counsellor, psychotherapist, and creative arts therapist with a background in mindfulness, body-based, and trauma-oriented modalities. I believe that to struggle is a fundamental part of human experience. As humans are relational beings, we need to be witnessed, supported and deeply heard in order to process and expand beyond our grief and our pain. We all have the innate capacity for healing. With the right space to hold and befriend our difficult memories and emotions, our minds and bodies learn that there can be safety, freedom, and possibility in our lives.
My training includes Mindfulness Based approaches like Compassion Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
I am a Halifax-based counsellor, psychotherapist, and creative arts therapist with a background in mindfulness, body-based, and trauma-oriented modalities. I believe that to struggle is a fundamental part of human experience. As humans are relational beings, we need to be witnessed, supported and deeply heard in order to process and expand beyond our grief and our pain. We all have the innate capacity for healing. With the right space to hold and befriend our difficult memories and emotions, our minds and bodies learn that there can be safety, freedom, and possibility in our lives.
Tamarack Counselling Services
Registered Social Worker, MSW , RSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3H
I am trained in the following treatments: Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for Trauma, Prolonged Exposure (PE) for Trauma, Emotion Focused Family Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy for Borderline Personality Disorder, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for depression, anxiety and psychosis.
Hi, my name is Steve Gates and I have been working in mental health for 15 years with 7 years working as a counsellor with the Nova Scotia Health Authority. In my work, I try to blend my training with your expertise about you. Using this approach, I have seen people make progress through situations that truly seemed impossible. In my experience, once people accept where they are and make realistic goals, they tend to make progress. The “feel better” part does seem to take time, but it tends to follow the changes.
I am trained in the following treatments: Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for Trauma, Prolonged Exposure (PE) for Trauma, Emotion Focused Family Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy for Borderline Personality Disorder, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for depression, anxiety and psychosis.
Hi, my name is Steve Gates and I have been working in mental health for 15 years with 7 years working as a counsellor with the Nova Scotia Health Authority. In my work, I try to blend my training with your expertise about you. Using this approach, I have seen people make progress through situations that truly seemed impossible. In my experience, once people accept where they are and make realistic goals, they tend to make progress. The “feel better” part does seem to take time, but it tends to follow the changes.
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Registered Counselling Therapist Candidate, MA, MACP, RCT-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3S (Online Only)
My clients arrive at therapy knowing something needs to change. They may not know exactly what is preventing them from living their best lives but they do know what they have isn't it. I work with individual's get the best out of their lives. I have worked with challenges that include addiction, dealing with a loved one's addiction, anxiety, depression, life transitions (children, divorce, illness), relationship issues, grief & loss, and/or childhood trauma. When working with you I use evidence-based treatments tailored to meet your unique needs. These include CBT, DBT ACT, Narrative, Solution Focused and MI.
My clients arrive at therapy knowing something needs to change. They may not know exactly what is preventing them from living their best lives but they do know what they have isn't it. I work with individual's get the best out of their lives. I have worked with challenges that include addiction, dealing with a loved one's addiction, anxiety, depression, life transitions (children, divorce, illness), relationship issues, grief & loss, and/or childhood trauma. When working with you I use evidence-based treatments tailored to meet your unique needs. These include CBT, DBT ACT, Narrative, Solution Focused and MI.
Maki Sakata
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3M (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Are you irritable? Moody? Crying with no reasons? Easily overwhelmed and stressed out? Not confident on making decisions? unmotivated? And highly critical to yourself? You may be suffering from depression and anxiety stems from unresolved issues or trauma in the past. I strongly values collaborating with clients to support them in their growth, journey and healing process to achieve fulfillment, happiness, and harmony within yourself or with others incorporating CBT/ DBT/ACT based therapy. I can support you better cope with many stressors and decisions that can easily overwhelm your life.
Are you irritable? Moody? Crying with no reasons? Easily overwhelmed and stressed out? Not confident on making decisions? unmotivated? And highly critical to yourself? You may be suffering from depression and anxiety stems from unresolved issues or trauma in the past. I strongly values collaborating with clients to support them in their growth, journey and healing process to achieve fulfillment, happiness, and harmony within yourself or with others incorporating CBT/ DBT/ACT based therapy. I can support you better cope with many stressors and decisions that can easily overwhelm your life.
Adrian Cameron
Registered Counselling Therapist Candidate, MA, RCT-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3V
I work with CBT and its modalities such as DBT, and ACT to help you with every day life issues such as understanding your thoughts, regulating emotions, creating boundaries and being more assertive.
Whether you are feeling lost, confused, lonely, questioning life, or experiencing depression, anxiety or trauma, I offer you a safe space where you can feel free to express and be yourself without judgment. I work with different modalities to help you organize your thoughts and understand your feelings so you can have a more fulfilling and meaningful life. I will do what I can to make time to meet either in person or virtually so you don't have to wait long for help.
I work with CBT and its modalities such as DBT, and ACT to help you with every day life issues such as understanding your thoughts, regulating emotions, creating boundaries and being more assertive.
Whether you are feeling lost, confused, lonely, questioning life, or experiencing depression, anxiety or trauma, I offer you a safe space where you can feel free to express and be yourself without judgment. I work with different modalities to help you organize your thoughts and understand your feelings so you can have a more fulfilling and meaningful life. I will do what I can to make time to meet either in person or virtually so you don't have to wait long for help.
Example treatment approaches include CBT, ACT, ERP, PE, CPT, EMDR, UP, as well as attachment/relational-based therapies and DBT-informed strategies.
Dr. Kyte works with older adolescents (ages 18+) and adults, helping individuals with a broad range of mental health concerns, including but not limited to challenges with mood disorders (e.g., depression and bipolar), anxiety disorders (e.g., panic attacks, social anxiety, generalized anxiety, and specific phobias), trauma-related disorders (e.g., posttraumatic stress and acute stress), and obsessive compulsive-related disorders. Currently, in-person and telehealth options are available.
Example treatment approaches include CBT, ACT, ERP, PE, CPT, EMDR, UP, as well as attachment/relational-based therapies and DBT-informed strategies.
Dr. Kyte works with older adolescents (ages 18+) and adults, helping individuals with a broad range of mental health concerns, including but not limited to challenges with mood disorders (e.g., depression and bipolar), anxiety disorders (e.g., panic attacks, social anxiety, generalized anxiety, and specific phobias), trauma-related disorders (e.g., posttraumatic stress and acute stress), and obsessive compulsive-related disorders. Currently, in-person and telehealth options are available.
I also provide dialectical behaviour skills training ( DBT).
I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders (bulimia, anorexia, binge eating disorder, food avoidances and difficulties eating) and body image concerns (body dysmorphic disorder, poor body image). I also work with adults who experience: anxiety disorders (panic disorder, agoraphobia, phobias, social anxiety disorder, excessive worry/generalized anxiety disorder); obsessive-compulsive disorder; posttraumatic stress disorder; and depression.
I also provide dialectical behaviour skills training ( DBT).
I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders (bulimia, anorexia, binge eating disorder, food avoidances and difficulties eating) and body image concerns (body dysmorphic disorder, poor body image). I also work with adults who experience: anxiety disorders (panic disorder, agoraphobia, phobias, social anxiety disorder, excessive worry/generalized anxiety disorder); obsessive-compulsive disorder; posttraumatic stress disorder; and depression.
Michelle Strazzeri Psychotherapy For You Nova Scotia
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Halifax, NS B3J (Online Only)
I use a strength-based, client focused approach and evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness and Brief Solution Focused Therapy to help you live your best life.
You are here because you are experiencing struggle, are ready to make some changes and you are looking for help. Together we can address your concerns and reestablish your sense of wellness and hope. I look forward to building a strong therapeutic relationship with you and supporting you through the changes you want with warmth, empathy and experience.
I use a strength-based, client focused approach and evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness and Brief Solution Focused Therapy to help you live your best life.
You are here because you are experiencing struggle, are ready to make some changes and you are looking for help. Together we can address your concerns and reestablish your sense of wellness and hope. I look forward to building a strong therapeutic relationship with you and supporting you through the changes you want with warmth, empathy and experience.
I am trained in and draw from a variety of evidence based models of psychotherapy such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Reproductive Trauma Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy.
Accepting new clients. My name is Allison Wood and welcome to Nest Therapy! I am a clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience and specialize in psychotherapy focused on women's mental health issues related to pregnancy and postpartum e.g. postpartum/pregnancy anxiety and depression, fertility, miscarriages/infant loss, birth trauma and parenting young children. I also support women experiencing symptoms related to perimenopause/menopause and how these transitions impact your day to day life, relationships, career and sense of identity. Feel free to email me or check out my website for further information!
I am trained in and draw from a variety of evidence based models of psychotherapy such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Reproductive Trauma Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy.
Accepting new clients. My name is Allison Wood and welcome to Nest Therapy! I am a clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience and specialize in psychotherapy focused on women's mental health issues related to pregnancy and postpartum e.g. postpartum/pregnancy anxiety and depression, fertility, miscarriages/infant loss, birth trauma and parenting young children. I also support women experiencing symptoms related to perimenopause/menopause and how these transitions impact your day to day life, relationships, career and sense of identity. Feel free to email me or check out my website for further information!
Dr. Natalie Stratton
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Verified Verified
Halifax, NS B3J
Waitlist for new clients
My expertise is in Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, which have strong evidence showing that they improve clients' overall health.
I specialize in the treatment of adults and couples/relationships experiencing: anxiety disorders, mood disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, sexual issues/dysfunction (low sexual desire, pain during sexual activity, erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, lack of orgasm, out-of-control sexual behaviour, specific sexual interests), insomnia, difficulty coping with medical conditions (infertility, HIV, cancer, pregnancy/postpartum, menopause), as well as relationship issues (e.g., communication difficulties, infidelity, sexual desire discrepancies, open or polyamory relationship issues).
My expertise is in Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, which have strong evidence showing that they improve clients' overall health.
I specialize in the treatment of adults and couples/relationships experiencing: anxiety disorders, mood disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, sexual issues/dysfunction (low sexual desire, pain during sexual activity, erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, lack of orgasm, out-of-control sexual behaviour, specific sexual interests), insomnia, difficulty coping with medical conditions (infertility, HIV, cancer, pregnancy/postpartum, menopause), as well as relationship issues (e.g., communication difficulties, infidelity, sexual desire discrepancies, open or polyamory relationship issues).
She has training in Emotion Focused Family & Individual Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
Brandy has 10 years experience working with children, youth, adults and families. For the past 9 years, she has been working as a Clinical Social Worker (Therapist) to help individuals build fulfilling lives by drawing on their strengths. When appropriate, a family focused approach is used. Her areas of speciality include psycho-education, anxiety, depression, interpersonal concerns, family conflict, coping with daily stressors, self-harm, suicidal ideation, emotional concerns and trauma. She has experience with LGTBQ and indigenous populations with a focus on creating a safe and healing environment.
She has training in Emotion Focused Family & Individual Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
Brandy has 10 years experience working with children, youth, adults and families. For the past 9 years, she has been working as a Clinical Social Worker (Therapist) to help individuals build fulfilling lives by drawing on their strengths. When appropriate, a family focused approach is used. Her areas of speciality include psycho-education, anxiety, depression, interpersonal concerns, family conflict, coping with daily stressors, self-harm, suicidal ideation, emotional concerns and trauma. She has experience with LGTBQ and indigenous populations with a focus on creating a safe and healing environment.
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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.