Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Falcon, CO
Deborah Anne Galaska
Psychologist, PsyD, LMFT, EMDRII
Verified Verified
Falcon, CO 80831 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
At this time I am only doing individual therapy and DBT group.
I invite you to take the next step in your unique journey toward wholeness and healing. I believe that coming in for therapy is a sign of hope and empowerment. My general approach is to begin by working with you to create a safe space in which we discover how best to meet your goals at a pace that works for you. I am interested in uncovering the patterns in your life, helping you develop a deeper awareness of who you are, and working with you to become more effective and create a meaningful life that brings you happiness.
At this time I am only doing individual therapy and DBT group.
I invite you to take the next step in your unique journey toward wholeness and healing. I believe that coming in for therapy is a sign of hope and empowerment. My general approach is to begin by working with you to create a safe space in which we discover how best to meet your goals at a pace that works for you. I am interested in uncovering the patterns in your life, helping you develop a deeper awareness of who you are, and working with you to become more effective and create a meaningful life that brings you happiness.
Bestowed Fortitude Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Falcon, CO 80831
As a dedicated mental health counselor, my mission is to provide compassionate, effective, and personalized care to individuals who are navigating the complexities of mental health challenges. Specializing in the care of veterans and first responders, I understand the unique pressures and experiences that come with these critical roles. However, my practice is open to anyone seeking support, and my commitment to their well-being remains unwavering.
As a dedicated mental health counselor, my mission is to provide compassionate, effective, and personalized care to individuals who are navigating the complexities of mental health challenges. Specializing in the care of veterans and first responders, I understand the unique pressures and experiences that come with these critical roles. However, my practice is open to anyone seeking support, and my commitment to their well-being remains unwavering.
Hello! My approach to therapy is first and foremost person-centered. I know that a "one size fits all" approach to healing does not work, therefore I take an eclectic approach to therapy, utilizing concepts from Existential Therapy, Trauma-Informed Therapy, Sandtray Therapy, and Art Therapy. I am a strong believer in the truth of the phrase "We are wounded in relationship, but also healed in relationship." I would love the opportunity to facilitate a safe, nurturing, and healing environment in which you can share your story, explore your wounds, reclaim your power, and take mastery over your story and healing.
Hello! My approach to therapy is first and foremost person-centered. I know that a "one size fits all" approach to healing does not work, therefore I take an eclectic approach to therapy, utilizing concepts from Existential Therapy, Trauma-Informed Therapy, Sandtray Therapy, and Art Therapy. I am a strong believer in the truth of the phrase "We are wounded in relationship, but also healed in relationship." I would love the opportunity to facilitate a safe, nurturing, and healing environment in which you can share your story, explore your wounds, reclaim your power, and take mastery over your story and healing.
Are you a trauma survivor ready to heal? Do you find yourself feeling anxious, sleepless, and worried after a major change or trauma? I seek to be kind, authentic, and uplifting as I help empower people to heal and rebuild their lives. Whatever you're going through right now, it's not going to define your future or who you are. I am the owner and director of Radiance Mental Wellness, where we provide supportive, evidence-based therapy to help you heal and change your life for the better. I accept several insurances, and offer a sliding scale for those not paying with insurance.
Are you a trauma survivor ready to heal? Do you find yourself feeling anxious, sleepless, and worried after a major change or trauma? I seek to be kind, authentic, and uplifting as I help empower people to heal and rebuild their lives. Whatever you're going through right now, it's not going to define your future or who you are. I am the owner and director of Radiance Mental Wellness, where we provide supportive, evidence-based therapy to help you heal and change your life for the better. I accept several insurances, and offer a sliding scale for those not paying with insurance.
More Therapists Nearby
Dr. Melissa Foley
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80923 (Online Only)
I specialize in Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), helping clients manage intense emotions, impulsivity, and relationship challenges.
Licensed in Colorado and Florida! My ideal client struggles with intense emotions, stress, and difficulty in managing relationships. They may face anxiety, depression, or impulsive behaviors and feel trapped in unhealthy patterns. Their needs include practical coping strategies to manage emotional distress, build resilience, and improve self-awareness. Their goals are to regulate emotions, cultivate healthier relationships, and live a more balanced, fulfilling life. They seek authentic personal growth and lasting change, using DBT to break free from emotional turmoil and build skills for a better future.
I specialize in Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), helping clients manage intense emotions, impulsivity, and relationship challenges.
Licensed in Colorado and Florida! My ideal client struggles with intense emotions, stress, and difficulty in managing relationships. They may face anxiety, depression, or impulsive behaviors and feel trapped in unhealthy patterns. Their needs include practical coping strategies to manage emotional distress, build resilience, and improve self-awareness. Their goals are to regulate emotions, cultivate healthier relationships, and live a more balanced, fulfilling life. They seek authentic personal growth and lasting change, using DBT to break free from emotional turmoil and build skills for a better future.
Kiara Lassiter
Clinical Social Work Candidate, MSW, SWC, CTRS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Peyton, CO 80831
Whether that is talk and walk therapy, art, a game, or learning new DBT, CBT or ACT skills, I am here to support you.
Welcome and congratulations on taking the first step in caring for YOU! I am here to support you while also challenging you to learn and grow. Are you trying to figure out who you are or where you’re headed? Or maybe figuring out what your strengths or values are, or who you are supposed to be? I am passionate about helping my clients learn the things we are never truly taught in order to become a better you and work through your life experiences. My goal is to help you learn to communicate your needs, identify your boundaries, learn positive coping skills and help you understand why (or what) you are feeling.
Whether that is talk and walk therapy, art, a game, or learning new DBT, CBT or ACT skills, I am here to support you.
Welcome and congratulations on taking the first step in caring for YOU! I am here to support you while also challenging you to learn and grow. Are you trying to figure out who you are or where you’re headed? Or maybe figuring out what your strengths or values are, or who you are supposed to be? I am passionate about helping my clients learn the things we are never truly taught in order to become a better you and work through your life experiences. My goal is to help you learn to communicate your needs, identify your boundaries, learn positive coping skills and help you understand why (or what) you are feeling.
Birgitta Kieckhaben uses an integrative approach of various modalities, focusing on the individual client’s needs. Modalities include Equine Assisted Mental Health (EAMH), Somatic Therapy, Craniosacral Therapy, Cognitive and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (CBT, DBT), Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing (MI). Birgitta has a nursing background and Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy experience for twenty-plus years with neurological, mental, and geriatric disorders. She has a keen interest in Native American studies, Genocide, intergenerational trauma and healing, and addiction. Her approach is trauma and social justice informed.
Birgitta Kieckhaben uses an integrative approach of various modalities, focusing on the individual client’s needs. Modalities include Equine Assisted Mental Health (EAMH), Somatic Therapy, Craniosacral Therapy, Cognitive and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (CBT, DBT), Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing (MI). Birgitta has a nursing background and Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy experience for twenty-plus years with neurological, mental, and geriatric disorders. She has a keen interest in Native American studies, Genocide, intergenerational trauma and healing, and addiction. Her approach is trauma and social justice informed.
Thriveworks Counseling & Therapy Colorado Springs
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80923
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Becoming More Counseling, Coaching, & Consulting
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MDiv, LPC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80908 (Online Only)
I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, marriage & family; & am certified in DBT ( Dialectical Behavior Therapy) and am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing).
Virtual only! I live in TX. Clients who are struggling but wanting to not only heal, but also grow have the potential for being extremely powerful people. We have all gone through difficult times, experiencing anxiety, fear, depression, and hopelessness. However, if we have healed, we look back and see those times as hard, but some of the most powerful in our lives. Hearts can become strong, marriages can be healed and become euphoric, and our families can become strong, powerful, and beautiful. If you have a Christian background, I can help you become stronger in your faith. Executive Coaching available.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, marriage & family; & am certified in DBT ( Dialectical Behavior Therapy) and am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing).
Virtual only! I live in TX. Clients who are struggling but wanting to not only heal, but also grow have the potential for being extremely powerful people. We have all gone through difficult times, experiencing anxiety, fear, depression, and hopelessness. However, if we have healed, we look back and see those times as hard, but some of the most powerful in our lives. Hearts can become strong, marriages can be healed and become euphoric, and our families can become strong, powerful, and beautiful. If you have a Christian background, I can help you become stronger in your faith. Executive Coaching available.
Brandon Plunkett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80921 (Online Only)
I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and I am committed to tailoring treatment plans to suit each individual’s needs and striving for lasting sustainable success.
Hello. I’m Brandon, a Licensed Master of Social Work (LSW) in Colorado. I enjoy working directly with individuals, couples, and teenagers. As a veteran and former medic and first responder, I am passionate about working with that community, but I am also committed to serving underserved, discriminated, and underrepresented populations.
I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and I am committed to tailoring treatment plans to suit each individual’s needs and striving for lasting sustainable success.
Hello. I’m Brandon, a Licensed Master of Social Work (LSW) in Colorado. I enjoy working directly with individuals, couples, and teenagers. As a veteran and former medic and first responder, I am passionate about working with that community, but I am also committed to serving underserved, discriminated, and underrepresented populations.
Jaeleen Rodriquez
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, Intern
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80951 (Online Only)
I offer DBT skills as well as attachment and family systems work that I have been trained in.
I have been fortunate to work with a diverse range of clients and needs, and I absolutely love the diversity of my clients. I specialize in youth struggling with adjustment and behavioral needs but also enjoy my time with adult clients who need help walking through their own journey. I meet my clients where they are whether that is driven and determined or just plain curious for what your future could look like, I would love to help you explore and find your peace and strength.
I offer DBT skills as well as attachment and family systems work that I have been trained in.
I have been fortunate to work with a diverse range of clients and needs, and I absolutely love the diversity of my clients. I specialize in youth struggling with adjustment and behavioral needs but also enjoy my time with adult clients who need help walking through their own journey. I meet my clients where they are whether that is driven and determined or just plain curious for what your future could look like, I would love to help you explore and find your peace and strength.
Blessing Fitzgerald
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80924 (Online Only)
I am trained in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR),Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS), and certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) to treat personality disorders, self harm, suicidal behaviors, depression, and trauma.
During the past decade that I have practiced as a psychotherapist, I have focused on providing support to late teens to adults struggling with depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, self-harm, trauma, and overall life changes. I help my clients feel confident in themselves and develop self awareness and walk with them as they journey through life's challenges. Over the years, I have worked with people from all works of life, culture, and background including Africans and the BIPOC community. My therapeutic approach is collaboration focused on self-efficacy
I am trained in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR),Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS), and certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) to treat personality disorders, self harm, suicidal behaviors, depression, and trauma.
During the past decade that I have practiced as a psychotherapist, I have focused on providing support to late teens to adults struggling with depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, self-harm, trauma, and overall life changes. I help my clients feel confident in themselves and develop self awareness and walk with them as they journey through life's challenges. Over the years, I have worked with people from all works of life, culture, and background including Africans and the BIPOC community. My therapeutic approach is collaboration focused on self-efficacy
David Mills
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80923
I use a personalized combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral therapy, and a Person-centered approach to help people resolve the consequences of distress.
Insecurities can make us feel like there isn’t hope, but there is a path forward. Finding a counselor can be a difficult step, but once that first step is made, you’re on your way to living a more fulfilled life! My priority is to help you meet your goals and send you on your way, not to be your counselor for years on end. Anxiety, depression, bad relationships, and anger can be the source of distress, but I want to be able to show you that there are ways to alleviate the impact of these concerns.
I use a personalized combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral therapy, and a Person-centered approach to help people resolve the consequences of distress.
Insecurities can make us feel like there isn’t hope, but there is a path forward. Finding a counselor can be a difficult step, but once that first step is made, you’re on your way to living a more fulfilled life! My priority is to help you meet your goals and send you on your way, not to be your counselor for years on end. Anxiety, depression, bad relationships, and anger can be the source of distress, but I want to be able to show you that there are ways to alleviate the impact of these concerns.
Jessica Marchese
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80922
I am also trained in EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and DBT to assist you in securing positive change.
Life is rarely linear and we often encounter obstacles that hinder our progress and threaten our peace. Imagine having a sidekick to help you over those bumps in the road! As a licensed clinical social worker with an eclectic therapeutic approach, I'm here to walk with you on your path to quality of life as YOU define it!
I am also trained in EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and DBT to assist you in securing positive change.
Life is rarely linear and we often encounter obstacles that hinder our progress and threaten our peace. Imagine having a sidekick to help you over those bumps in the road! As a licensed clinical social worker with an eclectic therapeutic approach, I'm here to walk with you on your path to quality of life as YOU define it!
Cherise Frazier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80922 (Online Only)
I draw from DBT, CBT, ACT, and person-centered therapy to tailor our sessions to your needs.
Email me to get started! Imagine feeling supported through every stage of your journey, making sustainable changes that resonate through your life. When you connect deeply with your therapist, change becomes not just possible, but tangible. With me, therapy isn't just a session—it's a safe haven where your thoughts and behaviors are validated and gently challenged to foster positive growth. I offer individual and family therapy, addressing anxiety, depression, trauma and life adjustments. I believe in the power of mind-body connection to equip you with resilience and tools for growth.
I draw from DBT, CBT, ACT, and person-centered therapy to tailor our sessions to your needs.
Email me to get started! Imagine feeling supported through every stage of your journey, making sustainable changes that resonate through your life. When you connect deeply with your therapist, change becomes not just possible, but tangible. With me, therapy isn't just a session—it's a safe haven where your thoughts and behaviors are validated and gently challenged to foster positive growth. I offer individual and family therapy, addressing anxiety, depression, trauma and life adjustments. I believe in the power of mind-body connection to equip you with resilience and tools for growth.
Dr. Erin Gansz
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80908 (Online Only)
I work from a neuropsychotherapy lens and cognitive lens with a Rogerian base to my practice, utilizing techniques from mindfulness, CBT, DBT, and more as needed based on your goals.
I look forward to helping support you on your wellness journey. With a profound passion for understanding and empowering through compassionate listening, empathetic understanding, and evidence-based interventions, I look forward to guiding you on a journey of self-discovery and transformation. Driven by a holistic approach to mental health, I recognize the connection between the body and mind. I firmly believe that true healing encompasses all aspects of an inividual. With this conviction at the core of my practice, I integrate therapeutic techniques promoting multiple aspects of mental wellness.
I work from a neuropsychotherapy lens and cognitive lens with a Rogerian base to my practice, utilizing techniques from mindfulness, CBT, DBT, and more as needed based on your goals.
I look forward to helping support you on your wellness journey. With a profound passion for understanding and empowering through compassionate listening, empathetic understanding, and evidence-based interventions, I look forward to guiding you on a journey of self-discovery and transformation. Driven by a holistic approach to mental health, I recognize the connection between the body and mind. I firmly believe that true healing encompasses all aspects of an inividual. With this conviction at the core of my practice, I integrate therapeutic techniques promoting multiple aspects of mental wellness.
Doreen DeRoss
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CACIII, DBT, DBT-C, EMDR
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80908 (Online Only)
I am currently the only therapist in the state of Colorado trained in DBT for Children.
I specialize in DBT for Children. DBT for Children ( DBT-C) is a treatment program that focuses on skill development for parents of kids who are emotionally sensitive and highly reactive. DBT-C focuses on changing the environment to meet the needs of the child. For this reason, the family is seen as the “patient". Adults, teens, tweens and children who would like to learn skills for coping with intense emotions and working towards a life worth living. We want to grow and learn how to change certain behaviors. Intense emotions, feelings of hopelessness sometimes make that change difficult to achieve. Visit: DBTRC.COM
I am currently the only therapist in the state of Colorado trained in DBT for Children.
I specialize in DBT for Children. DBT for Children ( DBT-C) is a treatment program that focuses on skill development for parents of kids who are emotionally sensitive and highly reactive. DBT-C focuses on changing the environment to meet the needs of the child. For this reason, the family is seen as the “patient". Adults, teens, tweens and children who would like to learn skills for coping with intense emotions and working towards a life worth living. We want to grow and learn how to change certain behaviors. Intense emotions, feelings of hopelessness sometimes make that change difficult to achieve. Visit: DBTRC.COM
Amanda Peralta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80922 (Online Only)
I connect with my clients using evidence-based practice and person-centered treatment modalities including Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Dialectical Behavior (DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR).
I am a Military Veteran experienced in working with clients who are struggling with trauma, PTSD, anxiety and chronic illness. I am LGBTQ+ friendly and affirming and strive to ensure my clients feel safe, heard and respected. I am experienced in trauma informed care, crisis intervention, and am committed to assisting clients in developing and promoting emotional wellness.
I connect with my clients using evidence-based practice and person-centered treatment modalities including Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Dialectical Behavior (DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR).
I am a Military Veteran experienced in working with clients who are struggling with trauma, PTSD, anxiety and chronic illness. I am LGBTQ+ friendly and affirming and strive to ensure my clients feel safe, heard and respected. I am experienced in trauma informed care, crisis intervention, and am committed to assisting clients in developing and promoting emotional wellness.
Laura Padilla
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80923 (Online Only)
I use evidence-based modalities including EMDR, DBT, and CBT.
I believe therapy can be an extremely vulnerable experience. I take a holistic approach to therapy, recognizing and empowering the mind-body connection. I believe my clients are the expert of their life, and my role is to provide support and a safe environment to meet them where they are at. I work with individuals and couples who are dealing with anxiety, relationship issues, family dynamics, and trauma. My goal is to empower my clients to practice self-compassion, lean into vulnerability, strengthen resilience, and create a meaningful relationship with self and others.
I use evidence-based modalities including EMDR, DBT, and CBT.
I believe therapy can be an extremely vulnerable experience. I take a holistic approach to therapy, recognizing and empowering the mind-body connection. I believe my clients are the expert of their life, and my role is to provide support and a safe environment to meet them where they are at. I work with individuals and couples who are dealing with anxiety, relationship issues, family dynamics, and trauma. My goal is to empower my clients to practice self-compassion, lean into vulnerability, strengthen resilience, and create a meaningful relationship with self and others.
Reaching Hands as Each One Teaches One
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMin, MA , MFTC, CDBT, CCBT
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80930
My certifications OBH CMIT, OBH CCBT DBT, and completing MBSR.
Hello and thank you for taking the time to consider me as your future therapist. I am a registered Chaplain with a Doctorate and focus in Trauma. I have an LPCC and I have previously worked as a Mental Heath professional for CDOC. Additionally assisted troubled teens within the Boy's Residential Treatment Center, teaching Wellness Living and Anger Management. I have completed all CAC training, presently completing requirements for my License Addiction Counselor (LAC). I have a Master in Psychology, a Masters in Human Services Counseling; Marriage & Family. Post graduate in Criminal Justice, the final stages of Ph.D. in Psychology.
My certifications OBH CMIT, OBH CCBT DBT, and completing MBSR.
Hello and thank you for taking the time to consider me as your future therapist. I am a registered Chaplain with a Doctorate and focus in Trauma. I have an LPCC and I have previously worked as a Mental Heath professional for CDOC. Additionally assisted troubled teens within the Boy's Residential Treatment Center, teaching Wellness Living and Anger Management. I have completed all CAC training, presently completing requirements for my License Addiction Counselor (LAC). I have a Master in Psychology, a Masters in Human Services Counseling; Marriage & Family. Post graduate in Criminal Justice, the final stages of Ph.D. in Psychology.
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Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists
Who is DBT for?
Dialectical Behavior 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 behavior 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, behavior, 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 behavioral 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 behavior; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.