Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Tillsonburg, ON
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I have an Honours Bachelor of Social Work, along with Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, and Play Therapy education.
Does your child struggle with big emotions, anxiety, depression, ADHD symptoms, struggles with peers or school environment? With close to 10 years experience in the field, I specialize in supporting children, youth and parents. My passion lies with supporting children improve their social skills, coping skills, emotion regulation, and overall wellbeing. I believe there are times that we all struggle and need to shift our habits which requires support. I understand that change is difficult and offer a safe place to share struggles along with helpful resources to meet your needs.
I have an Honours Bachelor of Social Work, along with Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, and Play Therapy education.
Does your child struggle with big emotions, anxiety, depression, ADHD symptoms, struggles with peers or school environment? With close to 10 years experience in the field, I specialize in supporting children, youth and parents. My passion lies with supporting children improve their social skills, coping skills, emotion regulation, and overall wellbeing. I believe there are times that we all struggle and need to shift our habits which requires support. I understand that change is difficult and offer a safe place to share struggles along with helpful resources to meet your needs.
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I offer Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and Image Transformation Therapy (ImTT), to help persons with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and many other issues.
At some point, we all face emotional challenges that make coping difficult. I am a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) who has treated anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues (couples, teen-parent, parent-child, etc.) and other client issues since 1999. I am well know for my no-nonsense client-focused approach which incorporates humour, teaching new skills and learning new ways of thinking and being more joyful, deliberate and present in the world.
I offer Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and Image Transformation Therapy (ImTT), to help persons with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and many other issues.
At some point, we all face emotional challenges that make coping difficult. I am a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) who has treated anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues (couples, teen-parent, parent-child, etc.) and other client issues since 1999. I am well know for my no-nonsense client-focused approach which incorporates humour, teaching new skills and learning new ways of thinking and being more joyful, deliberate and present in the world.
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Duane Wiafe
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tillsonburg, ON N4G
I merge Africentric Theroy with, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Rational emotive behavioural therapy (REBT), Solution focused Therapy (SFT).
Im enjoy supporting people managing difficult situations. If you are coping with depression, anxiety or any form of stress I am here to help you find some relief from the pain. My recent work while completing my MSW schooling has included the integration of Africentric Theory and Adinkra Symbols into clinical practice. The power of African knowledge and my lived experience can aid your recovery. You have the answers and I will help you uncover them.
I merge Africentric Theroy with, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Rational emotive behavioural therapy (REBT), Solution focused Therapy (SFT).
Im enjoy supporting people managing difficult situations. If you are coping with depression, anxiety or any form of stress I am here to help you find some relief from the pain. My recent work while completing my MSW schooling has included the integration of Africentric Theory and Adinkra Symbols into clinical practice. The power of African knowledge and my lived experience can aid your recovery. You have the answers and I will help you uncover them.
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Erin Ferguson
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, BComm
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tillsonburg, ON N4G
I am also trained in and utilize Mindful Self Compassion, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) & Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Through a collaborative, non judgemental approach to counselling based on Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and grounded in attachment science, I work with Individuals (16+), Couples and Families. By identifying unhealthy patterns in our current and past relationships with ourselves and others, we can often find room for healing, growth and enhanced authenticity. This approach can help address today’s mental health challenges including depression, anxiety, addiction, and even trauma, as well as all forms of relational challenges.
I am also trained in and utilize Mindful Self Compassion, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) & Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Through a collaborative, non judgemental approach to counselling based on Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and grounded in attachment science, I work with Individuals (16+), Couples and Families. By identifying unhealthy patterns in our current and past relationships with ourselves and others, we can often find room for healing, growth and enhanced authenticity. This approach can help address today’s mental health challenges including depression, anxiety, addiction, and even trauma, as well as all forms of relational challenges.
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Shay's therapeutic modalities include: Cognitive Behavioural Therapies such as: Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (MCBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ACT), as well as Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Play Therapy and Schema Therapies.
Shay Beck is a Registered Psychotherapist (RP) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). She graduate with a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University. Shay specializes in child and youth counselling, and seeks to provide a collaborative therapeutic approach with children and their families.
Shay's therapeutic modalities include: Cognitive Behavioural Therapies such as: Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (MCBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ACT), as well as Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Play Therapy and Schema Therapies.
Shay Beck is a Registered Psychotherapist (RP) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). She graduate with a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University. Shay specializes in child and youth counselling, and seeks to provide a collaborative therapeutic approach with children and their families.
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As a Registered Nurse Psychotherapist and Psychiatric Nurse in the province of Ontario, I have been providing psychiatric and mental health nursing care for 34 years to individuals and groups. As a holistic nurse therapist, my approach to your care is highly individualized to your body, mind, spiritual and energetic needs. I believe that traditional psychotherapy and complimentary methods can be integrated successfully to provide the best care for your unique needs. My clients are looking to build self-resiliency, self-compassion and discover how to live a life of meaning and purpose.
As a Registered Nurse Psychotherapist and Psychiatric Nurse in the province of Ontario, I have been providing psychiatric and mental health nursing care for 34 years to individuals and groups. As a holistic nurse therapist, my approach to your care is highly individualized to your body, mind, spiritual and energetic needs. I believe that traditional psychotherapy and complimentary methods can be integrated successfully to provide the best care for your unique needs. My clients are looking to build self-resiliency, self-compassion and discover how to live a life of meaning and purpose.
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Sondra Budd
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, MA(P), RP(Q)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tillsonburg, ON N4G (Online Only)
When we're already going through difficult and painful experiences in our lives and we’re feeling emotionally fragile, asking for help can feel scary. We’re all different, and our ability to overcome difficult and painful experiences can depend on our predisposition, resources, and level of support. You may be dealing with everyday stress, past or present traumatic stress, or you may be struggling to cope with symptoms associated with mental, emotional, or physical health. Whatever the issue, we can work through it together.
When we're already going through difficult and painful experiences in our lives and we’re feeling emotionally fragile, asking for help can feel scary. We’re all different, and our ability to overcome difficult and painful experiences can depend on our predisposition, resources, and level of support. You may be dealing with everyday stress, past or present traumatic stress, or you may be struggling to cope with symptoms associated with mental, emotional, or physical health. Whatever the issue, we can work through it together.
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Michelle Watson
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Tillsonburg, ON N4G (Online Only)
I have been honoured and dedicated to work with children, youth and their families for over 27 years. I offer a safe, non-judgmental environment where clients are heard and valued. My easygoing and practical approach allows me to effectively connect with children, youth and their families. Within the therapeutic process, children and families feel understood and develop the tools they need to manage "life's storms". I believe that it is essential to view children and youth within the context of their family and as such, I regularly provide parental guidance and strategies.
I have been honoured and dedicated to work with children, youth and their families for over 27 years. I offer a safe, non-judgmental environment where clients are heard and valued. My easygoing and practical approach allows me to effectively connect with children, youth and their families. Within the therapeutic process, children and families feel understood and develop the tools they need to manage "life's storms". I believe that it is essential to view children and youth within the context of their family and as such, I regularly provide parental guidance and strategies.
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Chelsea Jackson
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, RP-Q
Verified Verified
Tillsonburg, ON N4G
Are you feeling uncomfortable and overwhelmed navigating the challenges life throws at you? Are anxiety and depression taking away from your enjoyment of everyday activities? I am here to help you work through the challenges you are navigating, and help you work towards personal growth and development.
Are you feeling uncomfortable and overwhelmed navigating the challenges life throws at you? Are anxiety and depression taking away from your enjoyment of everyday activities? I am here to help you work through the challenges you are navigating, and help you work towards personal growth and development.
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All stages of the parenting journey come with rewards and challenges. From fertility treatments to becoming a new parent, you might feel like you’re on a rollercoaster of emotions. You didn’t think it would be this hard and you’ve never felt so alone. Family members are stressing you out and you can’t shake the feeling that somehow you’re doing it all ‘wrong’. If you’re struggling with grief, loss, birth trauma, or defining yourself as a parent, counseling can help you start to feel like yourself again. With specialized training in perinatal mental health, I can offer you support wherever you are on your parenting journey.
All stages of the parenting journey come with rewards and challenges. From fertility treatments to becoming a new parent, you might feel like you’re on a rollercoaster of emotions. You didn’t think it would be this hard and you’ve never felt so alone. Family members are stressing you out and you can’t shake the feeling that somehow you’re doing it all ‘wrong’. If you’re struggling with grief, loss, birth trauma, or defining yourself as a parent, counseling can help you start to feel like yourself again. With specialized training in perinatal mental health, I can offer you support wherever you are on your parenting journey.
More Therapists Nearby
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I mainly do this through a client-centred approach but often include strategies and skills from Cognitive behaviour therapy, Dialectical behaviour therapy, and Existential Psychology.
In Person, or Online! Weekends, evenings & daytime availability! + Accepting New Clients! In-person appointments for those in South-west Oxford, Woodstock, Ingersoll, Tillsonburg, London and surrounding areas! I often work with clients who experience Anxiety, Depression, Burnout, Relationship issues (friendship or intimate) and mood-related concerns. If you feel like you are struggling with any of these issues, it's okay to ask for help and I would like the opportunity to see how I can be of help. Half of the battle is reaching out, and it looks like you have taken the first step. I offer a free consultation so we can meet and chat!
I mainly do this through a client-centred approach but often include strategies and skills from Cognitive behaviour therapy, Dialectical behaviour therapy, and Existential Psychology.
In Person, or Online! Weekends, evenings & daytime availability! + Accepting New Clients! In-person appointments for those in South-west Oxford, Woodstock, Ingersoll, Tillsonburg, London and surrounding areas! I often work with clients who experience Anxiety, Depression, Burnout, Relationship issues (friendship or intimate) and mood-related concerns. If you feel like you are struggling with any of these issues, it's okay to ask for help and I would like the opportunity to see how I can be of help. Half of the battle is reaching out, and it looks like you have taken the first step. I offer a free consultation so we can meet and chat!
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Kasi Shan: Prenatal & Postpartum Counselling
Registered Social Worker
Verified Verified
Bright, ON N0J
Waitlist for new clients
As a new parent, you’re realizing that your mental health is in need of an overhaul. Things that you were able to push away, distract, or rationalize keep coming up back up (e.g. the birth trauma, your own childhood experiences, your prickly relationships). These painful reminders stop you from feeling fully present with your child. You’re distracted, triggered, and quickly overwhelmed. You want to begin parenting the right way, and that means finally addressing these emotional blocks. You want to feel more in control and like yourself again.
As a new parent, you’re realizing that your mental health is in need of an overhaul. Things that you were able to push away, distract, or rationalize keep coming up back up (e.g. the birth trauma, your own childhood experiences, your prickly relationships). These painful reminders stop you from feeling fully present with your child. You’re distracted, triggered, and quickly overwhelmed. You want to begin parenting the right way, and that means finally addressing these emotional blocks. You want to feel more in control and like yourself again.
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Stone Haven Counselling
Registered Social Worker, SSW, BAHons, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Aylmer, ON N5H (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients - Life can be challenging and sometimes it feels like you are out of sync with what your life goals are. I am here to support you through challenges like anxiety, grief, depression, life transitions, relationships, and more.
Accepting New Clients - Life can be challenging and sometimes it feels like you are out of sync with what your life goals are. I am here to support you through challenges like anxiety, grief, depression, life transitions, relationships, and more.
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Gina Allen At Wilderness Walk And Talk Therapy
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MACP, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Eden, ON N0J
We are taking the counselling office outdoors into nature! We will meet and walk at our chosen path either in St. Thomas, Aylmer, Woodstock or Tillsonburg. A comfy bench or shady shelter can work if there are mobility considerations or the weather isn't cooperating . Symptoms of anxiety, depression, stress, and anger are reduced when we spend time out in nature. Walk and Talk Ecotherapy is also effective in the treatment of grief, life transitions, insomnia, coping with trauma and managing difficult relationships. Spending time in nature in the presence of an experienced therapist will help you reach your goals.
We are taking the counselling office outdoors into nature! We will meet and walk at our chosen path either in St. Thomas, Aylmer, Woodstock or Tillsonburg. A comfy bench or shady shelter can work if there are mobility considerations or the weather isn't cooperating . Symptoms of anxiety, depression, stress, and anger are reduced when we spend time out in nature. Walk and Talk Ecotherapy is also effective in the treatment of grief, life transitions, insomnia, coping with trauma and managing difficult relationships. Spending time in nature in the presence of an experienced therapist will help you reach your goals.
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Mary Walton
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Embro, ON N0J (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
In order to do this, I use techniques I've been trained in that can include Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy (SFBT), and more!.
Hey! Welcome! Just in looking at your options on Psychology today, you've taken the first step in figuring out... well, your next steps! Life can be really overwhelming sometimes, and even just sourcing where that overwhelm comes from can be a challenge. Whether its tough stuff you've had to go through, a person in your life causing pain, or worry about the future, I want to help you process these experiences and develop concrete strategies to step into tomorrow with hope, positivity, and purpose. Please note that I only work virtually at this time (phone or video services).
In order to do this, I use techniques I've been trained in that can include Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy (SFBT), and more!.
Hey! Welcome! Just in looking at your options on Psychology today, you've taken the first step in figuring out... well, your next steps! Life can be really overwhelming sometimes, and even just sourcing where that overwhelm comes from can be a challenge. Whether its tough stuff you've had to go through, a person in your life causing pain, or worry about the future, I want to help you process these experiences and develop concrete strategies to step into tomorrow with hope, positivity, and purpose. Please note that I only work virtually at this time (phone or video services).
Online Therapists
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I have a formidable passion for helping you build and energize a joyful, loving & creative life. My clients are high functioning, gifted, and imaginative individuals, plus HSPs. I am naturally engaged, authentic & direct. Unlike therapists who are silent and write on a pad, aloof & distant, I listen with curiosity & empathy to provide ample feed-back when you request it. You will feel at ease. I will provide you with personalized therapy interventions that can help you with imagination, intuition, warmth, & effectiveness. I draw from Narrative, image-based, Psychodynamic, CBT, DBT therapies, & Mindfulness modalities.
I have a formidable passion for helping you build and energize a joyful, loving & creative life. My clients are high functioning, gifted, and imaginative individuals, plus HSPs. I am naturally engaged, authentic & direct. Unlike therapists who are silent and write on a pad, aloof & distant, I listen with curiosity & empathy to provide ample feed-back when you request it. You will feel at ease. I will provide you with personalized therapy interventions that can help you with imagination, intuition, warmth, & effectiveness. I draw from Narrative, image-based, Psychodynamic, CBT, DBT therapies, & Mindfulness modalities.
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Christianne Macaulay
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6G
Waitlist for new clients
I integrate strategies from Emotion-Focused, Dialectical Behavioral, and Sensorimotor psychotherapies, depending on individuals’ unique needs, strengths, and goals.
I am a registered clinical psychologist. I provide individual therapy and psychodiagnostic assessments to adults. My practice is geared towards people navigating challenges related to trauma, depression, anxiety, emotion regulation and interpersonal difficulties, self-esteem and identity concerns, grief, life transitions, and a desire for personal growth. My clients seek help because old coping strategies are no longer serving them, or because patterns from past relationships are causing problems in the present. Many are feeling limited by longstanding beliefs, stuck in painful emotions, or overwhelmed with difficult circumstances.
I integrate strategies from Emotion-Focused, Dialectical Behavioral, and Sensorimotor psychotherapies, depending on individuals’ unique needs, strengths, and goals.
I am a registered clinical psychologist. I provide individual therapy and psychodiagnostic assessments to adults. My practice is geared towards people navigating challenges related to trauma, depression, anxiety, emotion regulation and interpersonal difficulties, self-esteem and identity concerns, grief, life transitions, and a desire for personal growth. My clients seek help because old coping strategies are no longer serving them, or because patterns from past relationships are causing problems in the present. Many are feeling limited by longstanding beliefs, stuck in painful emotions, or overwhelmed with difficult circumstances.
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Kaleigh Russell
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2H
Clinically, I follow an eclectic framework informed and influenced strongly by Psychodynamic Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
I am a dedicated Registered Social Worker (RSW) with a Master of Social Work who practices clinical psychotherapy and supportive counselling. I have a passion for delivering therapeutic interventions that address the social, emotional, relational, behavioural, and psychological needs of individuals and couples in order to address presenting problems in a holistic way. I have experience working with adults, adolescents (13+) and couples. My areas of specialty include attachment & relational trauma, self worth/esteem, self sabotage, unhelpful thinking patterns, addiction & substance abuse, relationship issues, depression & anxiety
Clinically, I follow an eclectic framework informed and influenced strongly by Psychodynamic Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
I am a dedicated Registered Social Worker (RSW) with a Master of Social Work who practices clinical psychotherapy and supportive counselling. I have a passion for delivering therapeutic interventions that address the social, emotional, relational, behavioural, and psychological needs of individuals and couples in order to address presenting problems in a holistic way. I have experience working with adults, adolescents (13+) and couples. My areas of specialty include attachment & relational trauma, self worth/esteem, self sabotage, unhelpful thinking patterns, addiction & substance abuse, relationship issues, depression & anxiety
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APPROACH TO HELPING: Life on this planet can be hard. There are ups and downs; pluses and minuses; stops and starts; joys and sorrows. Flux and flow. We all live within that and, sometimes, we need help managing. The right therapy can help rebuild a foundation solid enough to begin creating a life that feels right, for you, according to your values. A place to safely process, redefine and reframe. A place to learn the tools to rebuild, manage and accept everything that comes your way, using the theories, practices and protocols of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment, Interpersonal and Emotion-Focussed models.
APPROACH TO HELPING: Life on this planet can be hard. There are ups and downs; pluses and minuses; stops and starts; joys and sorrows. Flux and flow. We all live within that and, sometimes, we need help managing. The right therapy can help rebuild a foundation solid enough to begin creating a life that feels right, for you, according to your values. A place to safely process, redefine and reframe. A place to learn the tools to rebuild, manage and accept everything that comes your way, using the theories, practices and protocols of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment, Interpersonal and Emotion-Focussed models.
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Jen Doyle
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW, DSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, ON N1S
Mood regulation, stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, grief, life transitions are all things that weigh on us. As a private clinician, I make it my goal to help my clients find their inner strength to overcome those challenges that life throws at them and offer them hope in living their life the way they see fit. Adopting approaches such as CBT, DBT, ACT, IFS and the Gottman Method I hope to assist clients in breaking down barriers and delve into the challenges that are preventing them from moving forward.
Mood regulation, stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, grief, life transitions are all things that weigh on us. As a private clinician, I make it my goal to help my clients find their inner strength to overcome those challenges that life throws at them and offer them hope in living their life the way they see fit. Adopting approaches such as CBT, DBT, ACT, IFS and the Gottman Method I hope to assist clients in breaking down barriers and delve into the challenges that are preventing them from moving forward.
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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.