Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Dorchester, ON
Trauma | Attachment | Somatic Therapy ~ Trish
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Dorchester, ON N0L
I use Somatic therapy (sensorimotor), CBT, DBT, Narrative, Expressive arts and creative ways to engage teens and children.
Let’s figure out what is holding you back and how to move forward in celebrating who you are. We all have parts of ourselves that we wish were easier to manage or past experiences that have shaped how we function day to day. I am a trauma therapist that works with children, youth and adults. My work focuses on developing an understanding of these parts of ourselves and our past experiences so you can begin to cope and heal to be the best version of yourself. If you experience shame, anxiety, sadness, body image, low self esteem or have past experiences of trauma, abuse, attachment and relationship ruptures, I am here to support you
I use Somatic therapy (sensorimotor), CBT, DBT, Narrative, Expressive arts and creative ways to engage teens and children.
Let’s figure out what is holding you back and how to move forward in celebrating who you are. We all have parts of ourselves that we wish were easier to manage or past experiences that have shaped how we function day to day. I am a trauma therapist that works with children, youth and adults. My work focuses on developing an understanding of these parts of ourselves and our past experiences so you can begin to cope and heal to be the best version of yourself. If you experience shame, anxiety, sadness, body image, low self esteem or have past experiences of trauma, abuse, attachment and relationship ruptures, I am here to support you
Christina Louise Leschied
Registered Psychotherapist, MADS, BCBA, RP
Verified Verified
Dorchester, ON N0L
Therapy is a collaborative process in which I invest deeply into meeting the individual clients needs. I use a very systematic, goal oriented and reinforcement based method, to meet the goals collaboratively set out by the individual, couple or family, while keeping your values and beliefs at the fore front. I offer a warm and friendly approach to foster a strong rapport with clients and believe in supporting your goals while offering my personal and professional insight.
Therapy is a collaborative process in which I invest deeply into meeting the individual clients needs. I use a very systematic, goal oriented and reinforcement based method, to meet the goals collaboratively set out by the individual, couple or family, while keeping your values and beliefs at the fore front. I offer a warm and friendly approach to foster a strong rapport with clients and believe in supporting your goals while offering my personal and professional insight.
Thrive Psychotherapy London
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dorchester, ON N0L
Thrive Psychotherapy is a space for people to discover their inner strength and resiliency. As Registered Psychotherapists and Social Workers, we believe every person has the innate ability to cope with the challenges in their lives, but sometimes experiences from the past make it difficult to tap into these abilities. We all take great joy in being able to walk alongside clients throughout their journey towards healing and growth. We are able to support children, adults, couples and families. Each therapist has their own unique approach to therapy and will work with you to feel safe, heard and supported in your therapeutic journey!
Thrive Psychotherapy is a space for people to discover their inner strength and resiliency. As Registered Psychotherapists and Social Workers, we believe every person has the innate ability to cope with the challenges in their lives, but sometimes experiences from the past make it difficult to tap into these abilities. We all take great joy in being able to walk alongside clients throughout their journey towards healing and growth. We are able to support children, adults, couples and families. Each therapist has their own unique approach to therapy and will work with you to feel safe, heard and supported in your therapeutic journey!
CommYOUnity Counselling & Family Support
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dorchester, ON N0L
CommYOUnity Counselling & Family Support is a place for children, youth and caregivers to receive mental health support through individual counselling, groups, and more. We are so happy you found us! We are both registered social workers with varying experience in crisis intervention, early childhood, and hospital social work.
CommYOUnity Counselling & Family Support is a place for children, youth and caregivers to receive mental health support through individual counselling, groups, and more. We are so happy you found us! We are both registered social workers with varying experience in crisis intervention, early childhood, and hospital social work.
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Rachel Collins
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
St Thomas, ON N5P
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in helping teens and parents achieve greater connection, stronger relationships, and healthier lives using Emotionally Focused Therapy, EMDR, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT).
As a parent, do you wonder how best to support the emotional needs of your teen or how to get them to open up to you? Do you dream of a closer, deeper relationship with your teen but you aren’t sure how to get there when it feels like they’re pushing you away? If your teen is experiencing difficulties in relationships with friends or family members, emotions that feel overwhelming or out of control, or difficulty making healthy decisions, let's talk about how I can help.
I specialize in helping teens and parents achieve greater connection, stronger relationships, and healthier lives using Emotionally Focused Therapy, EMDR, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT).
As a parent, do you wonder how best to support the emotional needs of your teen or how to get them to open up to you? Do you dream of a closer, deeper relationship with your teen but you aren’t sure how to get there when it feels like they’re pushing you away? If your teen is experiencing difficulties in relationships with friends or family members, emotions that feel overwhelming or out of control, or difficulty making healthy decisions, let's talk about how I can help.
Using cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behaviour therapy ( DBT), solution focused therapy, and a strengths based approach, I utilize many tools, strategies and skills to help my clients be at their best!.
Accepting New Clients!- Empowering change & nurturing growth: At Better Minds Counselling, our mission is to provide individuals with effective and practical tools to navigate life's challenges. By focusing on actionable strategies, skill-building, and real-world application, we help individuals achieve not only personal growth, but also a renewed sense of control and fulfillment. Using evidence-based interventions and unwavering support, we empower individuals to overcome obstacles, achieve emotional balance, and cultivate a better quality of life. By nurturing better minds, we pave the way for better lives!
Using cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behaviour therapy ( DBT), solution focused therapy, and a strengths based approach, I utilize many tools, strategies and skills to help my clients be at their best!.
Accepting New Clients!- Empowering change & nurturing growth: At Better Minds Counselling, our mission is to provide individuals with effective and practical tools to navigate life's challenges. By focusing on actionable strategies, skill-building, and real-world application, we help individuals achieve not only personal growth, but also a renewed sense of control and fulfillment. Using evidence-based interventions and unwavering support, we empower individuals to overcome obstacles, achieve emotional balance, and cultivate a better quality of life. By nurturing better minds, we pave the way for better lives!
I have training in a multitude of modalities that include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, EMDR, Emotional Regulation, and Solution Focused.
Hey there and welcome to my practice! I'm Michelle, a Registered Social Worker who has been providing counselling services to children, youth and families for over 20 years in a variety of settings including in community mental health agencies, residential treatment centres, and in schools. My goal is to provide a safe, comfortable and non-judgemental experience, while working together to help you reach your desired goals. I specialize in providing treatment to children, teens and young adults for anxiety, low mood, behavioural concerns, school refusal, emotion regulation, interpersonal difficulties, and clients impacted by trauma.
I have training in a multitude of modalities that include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, EMDR, Emotional Regulation, and Solution Focused.
Hey there and welcome to my practice! I'm Michelle, a Registered Social Worker who has been providing counselling services to children, youth and families for over 20 years in a variety of settings including in community mental health agencies, residential treatment centres, and in schools. My goal is to provide a safe, comfortable and non-judgemental experience, while working together to help you reach your desired goals. I specialize in providing treatment to children, teens and young adults for anxiety, low mood, behavioural concerns, school refusal, emotion regulation, interpersonal difficulties, and clients impacted by trauma.
She developed and facilitated Cognitive Behavioural Therapy treatments for Depression, Bipolar, Social Anxiety, Panic Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorders and Obsessive Compulsive Disorders and developed and facilitated Dialectical Behavioural Therapy programs used to treat Borderline Personality Disorders.
Life is filled with many challenges. We all use coping mechanisms that appear to make sense for these challenges. Sometimes these coping mechanisms stop working or cause us other difficulties when they are used for longer periods of time. I provide a safe and comfortable environment in which we can work together to develop skills and strategies that lead to change that can be maintained over the long-term. I am trained to offer Jon Kabat-Zinn's Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and have facilitated many treatment groups using these techniques. Mindfulness groups currently on hold.
She developed and facilitated Cognitive Behavioural Therapy treatments for Depression, Bipolar, Social Anxiety, Panic Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorders and Obsessive Compulsive Disorders and developed and facilitated Dialectical Behavioural Therapy programs used to treat Borderline Personality Disorders.
Life is filled with many challenges. We all use coping mechanisms that appear to make sense for these challenges. Sometimes these coping mechanisms stop working or cause us other difficulties when they are used for longer periods of time. I provide a safe and comfortable environment in which we can work together to develop skills and strategies that lead to change that can be maintained over the long-term. I am trained to offer Jon Kabat-Zinn's Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and have facilitated many treatment groups using these techniques. Mindfulness groups currently on hold.
Denise Copping
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, CCAC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
St Thomas, ON N5P
My therapeutic practice is a blend of evidence-based methods ( DBT, CBT, ACT) personalized to meet your unique needs.
Welcome to your journey of growth and self-discovery. Let’s create a space where you can feel supported, safe, and free to explore the challenges that may be holding you back; our sessions will be a space where all emotions—whether it’s laughing, crying, or even swearing—are welcome. I want you to be as unedited as you can be. I know it can be intimidating to share your personal story with someone new.
My therapeutic practice is a blend of evidence-based methods ( DBT, CBT, ACT) personalized to meet your unique needs.
Welcome to your journey of growth and self-discovery. Let’s create a space where you can feel supported, safe, and free to explore the challenges that may be holding you back; our sessions will be a space where all emotions—whether it’s laughing, crying, or even swearing—are welcome. I want you to be as unedited as you can be. I know it can be intimidating to share your personal story with someone new.
London Centre for Trauma Therapy
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW, RP-Q, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
St Thomas, ON N5R
We live and breathe for our client transformations by offering a whole slew of therapeutic techniques like EMDR, CPT, CBT, DBT, SE, ACT, IFS, Gottman and more.
The LCTT is an award-winning psychotherapy clinic. We understand your pain- depression, anxiety, stress, overwhelm. We know you're tired of living the same old story, that you want to move on from the past but don't know how. When your parenting, relationships and happiness are all suffering, you need change and you need help. It is so frustrating when you wonder, "what is wrong with me?!" or- you know what's wrong, but have no idea how to change. Maybe the ways you have tried before have failed you, or only lasted a little while. Take a breath- you're in the right spot and we are going to help you transform.
We live and breathe for our client transformations by offering a whole slew of therapeutic techniques like EMDR, CPT, CBT, DBT, SE, ACT, IFS, Gottman and more.
The LCTT is an award-winning psychotherapy clinic. We understand your pain- depression, anxiety, stress, overwhelm. We know you're tired of living the same old story, that you want to move on from the past but don't know how. When your parenting, relationships and happiness are all suffering, you need change and you need help. It is so frustrating when you wonder, "what is wrong with me?!" or- you know what's wrong, but have no idea how to change. Maybe the ways you have tried before have failed you, or only lasted a little while. Take a breath- you're in the right spot and we are going to help you transform.
Bryanne Noel
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
St Thomas, ON N5P (Online Only)
I incorporate a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Emotionally Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing.
I offer online sessions exclusively through a dedicated team at Strength Counselling Services. I am a Registered Social Worker with over 8 years of experience in mental health, supporting individuals, youth, and families. My passion lies in helping people navigate mental health crises, particularly those dealing with depression and persistent suicidal ideation. I am committed to destigmatizing thoughts of suicide and exploring their root causes, including underlying trauma and experiences of inequality and oppression. I have a special interest in assisting those who struggle with body image concerns and disordered eating.
I incorporate a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Emotionally Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing.
I offer online sessions exclusively through a dedicated team at Strength Counselling Services. I am a Registered Social Worker with over 8 years of experience in mental health, supporting individuals, youth, and families. My passion lies in helping people navigate mental health crises, particularly those dealing with depression and persistent suicidal ideation. I am committed to destigmatizing thoughts of suicide and exploring their root causes, including underlying trauma and experiences of inequality and oppression. I have a special interest in assisting those who struggle with body image concerns and disordered eating.
Kristen McFadden
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
St Thomas, ON N5R (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I utilize a variety of modalities such as DBT, CBT, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy.
Everyone should be able to feel that they have worth and are enough as they are in any given moment. My goal is to create a safe and nonjudgmental space to be able to work toward this knowledge, while exploring strengths you may have forgotten or don't know that you have. I believe in the importance of meeting people where they are at, and walking alongside them in their journey. I am a Registered Social Worker with over 5 years of clinical experience working with children, youth, and adults. I have worked closely with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, ASD, and who have experienced trauma.
I utilize a variety of modalities such as DBT, CBT, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy.
Everyone should be able to feel that they have worth and are enough as they are in any given moment. My goal is to create a safe and nonjudgmental space to be able to work toward this knowledge, while exploring strengths you may have forgotten or don't know that you have. I believe in the importance of meeting people where they are at, and walking alongside them in their journey. I am a Registered Social Worker with over 5 years of clinical experience working with children, youth, and adults. I have worked closely with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, ASD, and who have experienced trauma.
I also specialize in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT), with a focus on families in crisis.
I serve a diverse set of communities, including teens, adults, seniors, couples and families. I am passionate about supporting clients who have experienced traumatic events, struggles with mental illness, addictions and chronic pain. I also support folks who are struggling with conflict, communication, emotion regulation, workload and burnout within their work or school setting.
I also specialize in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT), with a focus on families in crisis.
I serve a diverse set of communities, including teens, adults, seniors, couples and families. I am passionate about supporting clients who have experienced traumatic events, struggles with mental illness, addictions and chronic pain. I also support folks who are struggling with conflict, communication, emotion regulation, workload and burnout within their work or school setting.
Apart from offering Cognitive-Behavior Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, we also offer unique services such as: Mindfulness Meditation; Intensive Behavior Intervention (IBI), and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
We are a private practice of psychologists, behavior therapists and assessors. We are here to help you live a better life; to figure out how you or a member of your family can change behavior patterns that are not working any more. We mostly see clients in our office and on occasion see you at your home. We treat you with respect and compassion.
Apart from offering Cognitive-Behavior Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, we also offer unique services such as: Mindfulness Meditation; Intensive Behavior Intervention (IBI), and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
We are a private practice of psychologists, behavior therapists and assessors. We are here to help you live a better life; to figure out how you or a member of your family can change behavior patterns that are not working any more. We mostly see clients in our office and on occasion see you at your home. We treat you with respect and compassion.
Tessa Kay Zadorsky
Registered Social Worker, MSW , RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
St Thomas, ON N5P
Using CBT for ages 12–40, she integrates mindfulness, psychodynamic insights, DBT, and EMDR to support clients in improving their mental health.
Deciding to start therapy is a courageous step, one that can profoundly impact your life. Tessa is committed to making this journey as supportive and empowering as possible, believing that the right therapeutic fit is crucial to meaningful progress. With her naturally open, straightforward, and compassionate approach, Tessa creates a welcoming space for self-exploration, personal growth, and healing.
Using CBT for ages 12–40, she integrates mindfulness, psychodynamic insights, DBT, and EMDR to support clients in improving their mental health.
Deciding to start therapy is a courageous step, one that can profoundly impact your life. Tessa is committed to making this journey as supportive and empowering as possible, believing that the right therapeutic fit is crucial to meaningful progress. With her naturally open, straightforward, and compassionate approach, Tessa creates a welcoming space for self-exploration, personal growth, and healing.
Kyle Vanderheyden
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
Komoka, ON N0L
Taking part in Psychotherapy with Kyle involves being offered a space that you can feel comfortable sharing your concerns and being met with honesty in return. I take pride in being able to help clients assess where improvements are needed and strengths are present. While using various therapeutic modalities, I most commonly support clients through the use of CBT, DBT, solution focused strategies and a person centred approach. As a male I have had a lot of success helping other males with male related issues: relationships, self-esteem, anger, anxiety, life improvement, or simply being someone you can discuss stressful issues with.
Taking part in Psychotherapy with Kyle involves being offered a space that you can feel comfortable sharing your concerns and being met with honesty in return. I take pride in being able to help clients assess where improvements are needed and strengths are present. While using various therapeutic modalities, I most commonly support clients through the use of CBT, DBT, solution focused strategies and a person centred approach. As a male I have had a lot of success helping other males with male related issues: relationships, self-esteem, anger, anxiety, life improvement, or simply being someone you can discuss stressful issues with.
Chris Chmielewski
Registered Social Worker, MA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
St Thomas, ON N5R
I use activating-experiential means (role play, practice experiment, art ), applying brain research, attachment/developmental psychology, analytic-interpretive processing (psychodynamic); C/ DBT; trauma treatment; ‘internal self-state’; play therapy.
My background holds 40yr of extensive practice experience and continued learning. Expertise:all relationship concerns; recovery/healing from emotional hurts, losses, trauma. Such events, if in early years, can instill persistent insecurity, fears, loneliness and grief, causing troubled close relationships and inner-life: Restricting our core resilient nature where we keep strong potentials to be more open, creative, confident, realistic/effective persons. Mainly treat “self-regulation” problems: Social anxiety, shame/guilt, anger, depression; Overdependencies; Intimacy-sexuality, Communication; Identity-Personality issues;Selfcare.
I use activating-experiential means (role play, practice experiment, art ), applying brain research, attachment/developmental psychology, analytic-interpretive processing (psychodynamic); C/ DBT; trauma treatment; ‘internal self-state’; play therapy.
My background holds 40yr of extensive practice experience and continued learning. Expertise:all relationship concerns; recovery/healing from emotional hurts, losses, trauma. Such events, if in early years, can instill persistent insecurity, fears, loneliness and grief, causing troubled close relationships and inner-life: Restricting our core resilient nature where we keep strong potentials to be more open, creative, confident, realistic/effective persons. Mainly treat “self-regulation” problems: Social anxiety, shame/guilt, anger, depression; Overdependencies; Intimacy-sexuality, Communication; Identity-Personality issues;Selfcare.
I have additional training in EMDR, Narrative Therapy, the Enneagram, and DBT.
Welcome to my virtual space, I'm glad you stopped by. I know it can be daunting to consider going to therapy. Maybe you're feeling stuck, scared, or lonely. Or, you're wanting freedom and relief from symptoms of anxiety or depression. Maybe an important relationship has broken down and you aren't sure how to trust anymore. Perhaps you're grieving the loss of a special person, or season in your life. I'm here to help. It is my mission to create a safe place for all clients. I am excited to be able to offer online counselling, which gives you the freedom to be able to have a counselling session from the comfort of your own home.
I have additional training in EMDR, Narrative Therapy, the Enneagram, and DBT.
Welcome to my virtual space, I'm glad you stopped by. I know it can be daunting to consider going to therapy. Maybe you're feeling stuck, scared, or lonely. Or, you're wanting freedom and relief from symptoms of anxiety or depression. Maybe an important relationship has broken down and you aren't sure how to trust anymore. Perhaps you're grieving the loss of a special person, or season in your life. I'm here to help. It is my mission to create a safe place for all clients. I am excited to be able to offer online counselling, which gives you the freedom to be able to have a counselling session from the comfort of your own home.
Kelly Appleby Counselling and Psychotherapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
St Thomas, ON N5P
Waitlist for new clients
I have extensive training and knowledge in trauma and utilize various evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, EMDR, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Somatic Experiencing.
Life isn’t always easy. It can be hard, painful and even traumatic at times. Trauma and difficult life experiences can create challenges in many areas of life - it’s not uncommon to struggle with managing thoughts and emotions, relationships, and responsibilities. We do our best to lean on past ways of coping to help us through, and sometimes must acknowledge when more help is needed. Whether you struggle with emotional issues (anxiety, depression, PTSD, anger, low self-esteem), addiction, grief and loss, or relationship/family issues, I would welcome the opportunity to support your desire for authentic personal growth and healing.
I have extensive training and knowledge in trauma and utilize various evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, EMDR, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Somatic Experiencing.
Life isn’t always easy. It can be hard, painful and even traumatic at times. Trauma and difficult life experiences can create challenges in many areas of life - it’s not uncommon to struggle with managing thoughts and emotions, relationships, and responsibilities. We do our best to lean on past ways of coping to help us through, and sometimes must acknowledge when more help is needed. Whether you struggle with emotional issues (anxiety, depression, PTSD, anger, low self-esteem), addiction, grief and loss, or relationship/family issues, I would welcome the opportunity to support your desire for authentic personal growth and healing.
I also have specific training and experience in CBT, DBT, as well as Brief Narrative Practices.
In this stage of my career, I am being called to coach and support others in the mental health field to thrive in their work through providing clinical supervision services to professionals. As an RP, I want to utilize my experience and create an authentic relationship and learning environment so that new clinicians can develop their competence and skillset. As an experienced clinical leader, and Gallup Certified Manager, I can also offer a unique strengths based assessment using Clifton Strengths. I will work with you to understand how your unique talents can achieve a balance and satisfaction in the important work that we do.
I also have specific training and experience in CBT, DBT, as well as Brief Narrative Practices.
In this stage of my career, I am being called to coach and support others in the mental health field to thrive in their work through providing clinical supervision services to professionals. As an RP, I want to utilize my experience and create an authentic relationship and learning environment so that new clinicians can develop their competence and skillset. As an experienced clinical leader, and Gallup Certified Manager, I can also offer a unique strengths based assessment using Clifton Strengths. I will work with you to understand how your unique talents can achieve a balance and satisfaction in the important work that we do.
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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.