Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Gainesville, FL
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New Pathways Counseling LLC
Counselor, LMHC, LCPC, CHT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Gainesville, FL 32653
New Pathways offers CBT, DBT, EMDR and Gottman couples therapy to meet your counseling goals.
New Pathways is dedicated to providing quality counseling services in the State of Florida, with a focus on those who experience depression, anxiety, trauma or relationship difficulties. Amy believes in the healing nature of connection and seeks to introduce her authentic self into every interaction. Amy stated, "I am tremendously grateful and humbled to be invited into the lives of each individual, to witness their lived experiences, their courage, their strength, and to walk beside them as they journey toward their goal."
New Pathways offers CBT, DBT, EMDR and Gottman couples therapy to meet your counseling goals.
New Pathways is dedicated to providing quality counseling services in the State of Florida, with a focus on those who experience depression, anxiety, trauma or relationship difficulties. Amy believes in the healing nature of connection and seeks to introduce her authentic self into every interaction. Amy stated, "I am tremendously grateful and humbled to be invited into the lives of each individual, to witness their lived experiences, their courage, their strength, and to walk beside them as they journey toward their goal."
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Sarah Stewart- Grief And Trauma Specialist; Enneagram Certified
Counselor, LMHC, MEd, EdS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Gainesville, FL 32653
These interventions, along with IFS and DBT skills, make up the backbone of how I do evidence-based psychotherapy.
Hi there! I'm Sarah, and I work with individuals (teens & adults) struggling with grief, anxiety, and trauma. A specific area of interest for me has been working with those who have tried therapy in the past, but for whatever reason had difficulty showing up fully in the counseling space. My aim is to change that narrative with relational psychotherapy, somatic processing, & EMDRIA approved EMDR. I have clinical experience working in areas such as depression, shame, self-harm, suicidal ideation, body-image issues, eating disorders, life transitions, faith-based issues, relational challenges, phobias, discrimination, & self-esteem.
These interventions, along with IFS and DBT skills, make up the backbone of how I do evidence-based psychotherapy.
Hi there! I'm Sarah, and I work with individuals (teens & adults) struggling with grief, anxiety, and trauma. A specific area of interest for me has been working with those who have tried therapy in the past, but for whatever reason had difficulty showing up fully in the counseling space. My aim is to change that narrative with relational psychotherapy, somatic processing, & EMDRIA approved EMDR. I have clinical experience working in areas such as depression, shame, self-harm, suicidal ideation, body-image issues, eating disorders, life transitions, faith-based issues, relational challenges, phobias, discrimination, & self-esteem.
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Treatment includes, cbt, dbt, mindfulness, psycho education, EMDR, and motivational interviewing.
I am a person centered, strength based and trauma informed.EMDR trained LCSW. I have a passion, training and expertise in individual, couples and group and family counseling. I am LQBTQ and polyamorous relationships supportive . I believe that therapy should be accessible to all - sliding scale fees $45-$75 per session dogmadogs@gmail.com 352 275 4354 - Gainesville area - tele health and telephone session are available.
Treatment includes, cbt, dbt, mindfulness, psycho education, EMDR, and motivational interviewing.
I am a person centered, strength based and trauma informed.EMDR trained LCSW. I have a passion, training and expertise in individual, couples and group and family counseling. I am LQBTQ and polyamorous relationships supportive . I believe that therapy should be accessible to all - sliding scale fees $45-$75 per session dogmadogs@gmail.com 352 275 4354 - Gainesville area - tele health and telephone session are available.
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Denise Sanfilippo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, QS, CCTP
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Gainesville, FL 32653
All the therapeutic modalities I work in are trauma-informed, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Traumatic Incident Reduction (TIR), CBT, and DBT.
Hi and welcome. I believe that therapy should be a collaborative partnership between you and your therapist. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist trained in EMDR, understanding trauma and its effect on a person's day to day functioning is a powerful tool to help those who are struggling. It is okay to ask for help - we all need it at some point. Please reach out and give me a call. We can chat to learn if I would be the best fit.
All the therapeutic modalities I work in are trauma-informed, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Traumatic Incident Reduction (TIR), CBT, and DBT.
Hi and welcome. I believe that therapy should be a collaborative partnership between you and your therapist. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist trained in EMDR, understanding trauma and its effect on a person's day to day functioning is a powerful tool to help those who are struggling. It is okay to ask for help - we all need it at some point. Please reach out and give me a call. We can chat to learn if I would be the best fit.
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Michal Katz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Gainesville, FL 32608 (Online Only)
The most common include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), EMDR, and psychodynamic theories.
Hi there, I'm Michal! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My approach to therapy is strength-based. I believe that each client is the expert on their life and has the innate ability to heal themselves. I am here to support and help the client re-discover their natural and inherited inner wisdom. The client is never the problem, it is the environment and the conditioned or unhealthy defense mechanism that we learned along the way. Through reflection, analysis, and hands-on application of therapy, I have helped many clients develop new coping skills, insights, and capacity to resolve life challenges.
The most common include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), EMDR, and psychodynamic theories.
Hi there, I'm Michal! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My approach to therapy is strength-based. I believe that each client is the expert on their life and has the innate ability to heal themselves. I am here to support and help the client re-discover their natural and inherited inner wisdom. The client is never the problem, it is the environment and the conditioned or unhealthy defense mechanism that we learned along the way. Through reflection, analysis, and hands-on application of therapy, I have helped many clients develop new coping skills, insights, and capacity to resolve life challenges.
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I am a seasoned therapist with extensive training in numerous person -centered modalities and trauma modalities such as EMDR, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral, CBT, DBT and more.
Are you tired of falling into the same patterns over and over? Then you are ready to do some deeper work and I can guide or coach you to make the inner changes you need or to heal wounds that are now affecting you. With over twenty years of counseling experience, I draw on my skills and compassion to guide my clients to reach their goals. I have many great ideas and areas of expertise to help you. Schedule your in-person or telehealth counseling session today! You deserve a skilled and compassionate therapist.
I am a seasoned therapist with extensive training in numerous person -centered modalities and trauma modalities such as EMDR, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral, CBT, DBT and more.
Are you tired of falling into the same patterns over and over? Then you are ready to do some deeper work and I can guide or coach you to make the inner changes you need or to heal wounds that are now affecting you. With over twenty years of counseling experience, I draw on my skills and compassion to guide my clients to reach their goals. I have many great ideas and areas of expertise to help you. Schedule your in-person or telehealth counseling session today! You deserve a skilled and compassionate therapist.
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I utilize several modalities including CBT, DBT, CPT, and ACT, amongst others.
Are you stressed and overwhelmed? Are you wanting to take the first step in getting your life back, but don’t know how? I am here to help you if you are ready to begin your healing journey. My name is Shaunique, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida.
I utilize several modalities including CBT, DBT, CPT, and ACT, amongst others.
Are you stressed and overwhelmed? Are you wanting to take the first step in getting your life back, but don’t know how? I am here to help you if you are ready to begin your healing journey. My name is Shaunique, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida.
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Karla Roberts
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Gainesville, FL 32608 (Online Only)
I have training and certifications in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, EMDR trauma release therapy, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
Are you feeling so overwhelmed or stuck and you're not sure how to get out of the hole you're in? Or you're feeling intense sadness or anxiety that is uncomfortable and exhausting? Maybe this is stemming from trauma and/or loss and you can no longer ignore it. Working through our issues in therapy is not easy but completely worth it to feel better and improve the quality of our lives. The time is now, you can do it, and you don't have to do it alone.
I have training and certifications in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, EMDR trauma release therapy, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
Are you feeling so overwhelmed or stuck and you're not sure how to get out of the hole you're in? Or you're feeling intense sadness or anxiety that is uncomfortable and exhausting? Maybe this is stemming from trauma and/or loss and you can no longer ignore it. Working through our issues in therapy is not easy but completely worth it to feel better and improve the quality of our lives. The time is now, you can do it, and you don't have to do it alone.
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I am available to help individuals live the life that they want. I work with folks to assist in building resilience and coping skills. I have specialized training in somatic and DBT practices. My background includes crisis and suicidal ideation, trauma, and substance use. I am an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist. I come from a place of respect and unconditional positive regard when working with folks.
I am available to help individuals live the life that they want. I work with folks to assist in building resilience and coping skills. I have specialized training in somatic and DBT practices. My background includes crisis and suicidal ideation, trauma, and substance use. I am an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist. I come from a place of respect and unconditional positive regard when working with folks.
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Call or text (352)-329-2040 : Welcome, my name is Kelly Gregory and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I received my master's and specialist's degrees from the University of Florida. I am trained in trauma-based approaches to care, DBT, and EMDR (level 2). I operate from a wellness model - to me that means I see symptoms and behaviors as normal responses to abnormal circumstances. Life happens and we survive the best we can with what we have. Sometimes we find ways of surviving that were necessary in the past, but no longer serve us in the present.
Call or text (352)-329-2040 : Welcome, my name is Kelly Gregory and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I received my master's and specialist's degrees from the University of Florida. I am trained in trauma-based approaches to care, DBT, and EMDR (level 2). I operate from a wellness model - to me that means I see symptoms and behaviors as normal responses to abnormal circumstances. Life happens and we survive the best we can with what we have. Sometimes we find ways of surviving that were necessary in the past, but no longer serve us in the present.
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Lisa Colyer
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Gainesville, FL 32606
I incorporate mindfulness, DBT, solution focused therapy and CBT into my therapeutic practice.
Do you find yourself plagued by memories from the past that create negative beliefs, feelings or self-destructive behaviors in the present? My mission as a therapist is to provide a safe, compassionate space where you can find freedom from the past, reconnect to your authentic self, in order to cultivate feelings of satisfaction and fulfillment in the present. I am passionate about helping you discover and heal the parts of yourself that may continue to live in shame, isolation, or fear. My own personal healing journey has led me to specialize in a holistic approach that offers support to your mind, body and heart connection.
I incorporate mindfulness, DBT, solution focused therapy and CBT into my therapeutic practice.
Do you find yourself plagued by memories from the past that create negative beliefs, feelings or self-destructive behaviors in the present? My mission as a therapist is to provide a safe, compassionate space where you can find freedom from the past, reconnect to your authentic self, in order to cultivate feelings of satisfaction and fulfillment in the present. I am passionate about helping you discover and heal the parts of yourself that may continue to live in shame, isolation, or fear. My own personal healing journey has led me to specialize in a holistic approach that offers support to your mind, body and heart connection.
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Hi! I'm Linda Allen a LMHC who has been in the Counseling Field for 30yrs. I love helping people and supporting their vision or creating a vision for Personal Success, Family Success and Relationship Success in all areas. I have worked with all parts of the family diagnamics: children, teenagers, young adults, parents and all issues that present. I have worked in schools, jails, prisons, DJJ, residential programs, hospice, nursing homes, disabilities, etc. I'm here to listen and support you with whatever the concerns are. Life can be hard, bu we can work together to create your Vision For Success. Blessings To You and Yours! :)
Individual Counseling, Group Counseling, Assessments, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Grief Counseling, Crisis Counseling and Referral Counseling, to name a few.
Hi! I'm Linda Allen a LMHC who has been in the Counseling Field for 30yrs. I love helping people and supporting their vision or creating a vision for Personal Success, Family Success and Relationship Success in all areas. I have worked with all parts of the family diagnamics: children, teenagers, young adults, parents and all issues that present. I have worked in schools, jails, prisons, DJJ, residential programs, hospice, nursing homes, disabilities, etc. I'm here to listen and support you with whatever the concerns are. Life can be hard, bu we can work together to create your Vision For Success. Blessings To You and Yours! :)
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Emily Farhat Almacddissi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Gainesville, FL 32606 (Online Only)
I specialize in helping people who struggle with big emotions improve their ability to build a life worth living by helping figure out where you are stuck and starting there to help improve relationships, emotional resilience, mindfulness, and the ability to cope with life from the everyday challenges to crises to accepting really hard realities. I use a mix of DBT, person centered, trauma focused, & strengths based therapies.
I specialize in helping people who struggle with big emotions improve their ability to build a life worth living by helping figure out where you are stuck and starting there to help improve relationships, emotional resilience, mindfulness, and the ability to cope with life from the everyday challenges to crises to accepting really hard realities. I use a mix of DBT, person centered, trauma focused, & strengths based therapies.
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Lukose Jacob
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Gainesville, FL 32608 (Online Only)
In our sessions, I employ various evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and solution-focused therapy.
Welcome! If you're seeking support, rest assured, I'm here to assist you. My therapeutic approach is characterized by warmth, non-judgment, and encouragement, creating a safe space for you to express yourself openly and freely. I specialize in working with individuals facing a range of challenges, including Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Substance Abuse, low self-esteem, grief and loss, and relationship issues. Together, we'll embark on a journey to explore the issues impacting your life, leveraging your inherent strengths while equipping you with new skills to empower you in making healthy choices and achieving your desired outcomes.
In our sessions, I employ various evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and solution-focused therapy.
Welcome! If you're seeking support, rest assured, I'm here to assist you. My therapeutic approach is characterized by warmth, non-judgment, and encouragement, creating a safe space for you to express yourself openly and freely. I specialize in working with individuals facing a range of challenges, including Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Substance Abuse, low self-esteem, grief and loss, and relationship issues. Together, we'll embark on a journey to explore the issues impacting your life, leveraging your inherent strengths while equipping you with new skills to empower you in making healthy choices and achieving your desired outcomes.
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Alice-Diane Dee Dee Scharf
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, NCC, CASDCS, CCTP
Verified Verified
Gainesville, FL 32653
I have over three decades of practice using my trainings in CBT, ACT, person-centered therapy, experiential, DBT, internal family systems, family systems, structural family therapy, polyvagal focused, trauma-focused and brain based trauma therapy, IFS based trauma therapy, somatic/body therapies and more to help.
I am here for you to come to know yourself, deeply care for yourself, connect with others and heal. If you're struggling with self-shame, isolation, depression, anxiety, trauma, lack of focus and energy, as well as motivation, and more, then please know that I'm here to facilitate your healing and growth journey by teaching, and or reminding you, as well as, empowering, and or re-empowering you to know that you are worthy, brilliant, creative and capable, to reach and achieve anything that you desire, layer by layer, step-by-step.
I have over three decades of practice using my trainings in CBT, ACT, person-centered therapy, experiential, DBT, internal family systems, family systems, structural family therapy, polyvagal focused, trauma-focused and brain based trauma therapy, IFS based trauma therapy, somatic/body therapies and more to help.
I am here for you to come to know yourself, deeply care for yourself, connect with others and heal. If you're struggling with self-shame, isolation, depression, anxiety, trauma, lack of focus and energy, as well as motivation, and more, then please know that I'm here to facilitate your healing and growth journey by teaching, and or reminding you, as well as, empowering, and or re-empowering you to know that you are worthy, brilliant, creative and capable, to reach and achieve anything that you desire, layer by layer, step-by-step.
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Shelby Elizabeth Twining
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Gainesville, FL 32605 (Online Only)
Although I tend to utilize dialectical and cognitive behavioral therapeutic interventions, I am always researching new modalities and techniques that may suit my client’s individual needs.
Hello! My name is Shelby Twining and I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker. I would love to work collaboratively with you to set goals that you would like to achieve, and provide resources and support for you while you make progress towards these goals at a pace most comfortable for you. Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all process, and you deserve someone that is flexible enough to meet you where you are!
Although I tend to utilize dialectical and cognitive behavioral therapeutic interventions, I am always researching new modalities and techniques that may suit my client’s individual needs.
Hello! My name is Shelby Twining and I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker. I would love to work collaboratively with you to set goals that you would like to achieve, and provide resources and support for you while you make progress towards these goals at a pace most comfortable for you. Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all process, and you deserve someone that is flexible enough to meet you where you are!
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Erin Green
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MA, RMHCI
Verified Verified
Gainesville, FL 32606
I use multiple methods to approach my clients in the most beneficial and personal way, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Gestalt Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Narrative Therapy.
Are you seeking a safe space to ask for and receive help? Do you feel as though you are stuck in a deep valley and cannot find your way out? I am passionate about people and their stories, where mental health and Christianity intersect, and how God is calling us toward redemption. We all encounter circumstances that require introspection, and I delight in walking through the valley with my clients, leading them toward the light. I am a Certified Grief Informed Professional feel led toward walking with others through their valley of grief and loss.
I use multiple methods to approach my clients in the most beneficial and personal way, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Gestalt Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Narrative Therapy.
Are you seeking a safe space to ask for and receive help? Do you feel as though you are stuck in a deep valley and cannot find your way out? I am passionate about people and their stories, where mental health and Christianity intersect, and how God is calling us toward redemption. We all encounter circumstances that require introspection, and I delight in walking through the valley with my clients, leading them toward the light. I am a Certified Grief Informed Professional feel led toward walking with others through their valley of grief and loss.
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Gainesville
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Verified Verified
Gainesville, FL 32606
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.
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Jacob Richard Yancey
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gainesville, FL 32607
Using techniques and interventions from CBT and DBT, we will identify how these feelings may be holding you back, and learn to integrate skills to help you step into the best version of yourself.
I specialize in working with adolescents, college students, and adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and identity exploration. I am able to support you by fostering a therapeutic relationship built on trust, support, and openness. Through our collaboration, we will be able to find ways to cope and work through what is troubling you.
Using techniques and interventions from CBT and DBT, we will identify how these feelings may be holding you back, and learn to integrate skills to help you step into the best version of yourself.
I specialize in working with adolescents, college students, and adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and identity exploration. I am able to support you by fostering a therapeutic relationship built on trust, support, and openness. Through our collaboration, we will be able to find ways to cope and work through what is troubling you.
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In turn my primary theoretical concepts that I utilize in helping clients are CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) and DBT ( Dialectical Behavior Therapy).
My ideal client is one that is able to do three things. First, my ideal client should be one that is can acknowledge that he/she has an issue/issues that is/are getting in the way of allowing him/her to live a healthy lifestyle. Second, my ideal client is one that is able to take that first step to bringing themselves into therapy. If they have support, that would be even better for that will hopefully increase the chances of long term success. Finally, my ideal client will be one that is not just coming into sessions when they are required, but that they are doing the work outside sessions that is needed to have success.
In turn my primary theoretical concepts that I utilize in helping clients are CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) and DBT ( Dialectical Behavior Therapy).
My ideal client is one that is able to do three things. First, my ideal client should be one that is can acknowledge that he/she has an issue/issues that is/are getting in the way of allowing him/her to live a healthy lifestyle. Second, my ideal client is one that is able to take that first step to bringing themselves into therapy. If they have support, that would be even better for that will hopefully increase the chances of long term success. Finally, my ideal client will be one that is not just coming into sessions when they are required, but that they are doing the work outside sessions that is needed to have success.
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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.