Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Lutherville, MD

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Craig W Boas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Lutherville, MD 21093
I specialize in evidenced-based practices of DBT, CBT, and Acceptance Commitment Therapy.
I currently have openings in my practice and will contact you the same day. It takes a lot of courage to ask for help and taking the initial step of seeking therapy can be intimating and uncomfortable. I believe it is vital to quickly establish a trusting relationship built on mutual respect for meaningful therapy to take place. Through the practice of evidenced based therapies, I believe that helping clients build on their strengths while incorporating new coping strategies is the key to successful treatment outcomes. I strive to help clients clarify their life values in order to provide a firm foundation for action.
I specialize in evidenced-based practices of DBT, CBT, and Acceptance Commitment Therapy.
I currently have openings in my practice and will contact you the same day. It takes a lot of courage to ask for help and taking the initial step of seeking therapy can be intimating and uncomfortable. I believe it is vital to quickly establish a trusting relationship built on mutual respect for meaningful therapy to take place. Through the practice of evidenced based therapies, I believe that helping clients build on their strengths while incorporating new coping strategies is the key to successful treatment outcomes. I strive to help clients clarify their life values in order to provide a firm foundation for action.
(410) 237-0496 View (410) 237-0496
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Eve Del Monte
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Lutherville, MD 21093
I use variety of strategies including Cognitive Behavioral, Solution Focused, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
I love working with children, adolescents, and young adults. When you are growing up it is a time of constant and rapid change. The pressures from school, friends, social media, parents and everything in between are overwhelming. It can be so hard to manage on your own and scary as a parent to watch. My goal as a therapist is to help my clients learn how to successfully manage all of the stressors in their lives so that they can re-engage with their family and friends and find the joy they once had. I help people improve the relationships in their lives and find more happiness in their everyday interactions.
I use variety of strategies including Cognitive Behavioral, Solution Focused, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
I love working with children, adolescents, and young adults. When you are growing up it is a time of constant and rapid change. The pressures from school, friends, social media, parents and everything in between are overwhelming. It can be so hard to manage on your own and scary as a parent to watch. My goal as a therapist is to help my clients learn how to successfully manage all of the stressors in their lives so that they can re-engage with their family and friends and find the joy they once had. I help people improve the relationships in their lives and find more happiness in their everyday interactions.
(443) 218-7675 View (443) 218-7675
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Saniha Makhzoumi
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lutherville, MD 21093
I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, and disordered eating. In addition, I conduct pre-bariatric surgery psychological evaluations. I also have experience treating anxiety disorders, problems with self-esteem or body image, depression, and emotion dysregulation. I provide evidence-based treatment that incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, and Family-based Treatment principles. I am committed to and passionate about helping improve emotional and behavioral health.
I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, and disordered eating. In addition, I conduct pre-bariatric surgery psychological evaluations. I also have experience treating anxiety disorders, problems with self-esteem or body image, depression, and emotion dysregulation. I provide evidence-based treatment that incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, and Family-based Treatment principles. I am committed to and passionate about helping improve emotional and behavioral health.
(667) 206-3693 View (667) 206-3693
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Vicki Weidman Counseling For Mindful Living
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, DBT-LBC
Verified Verified
Lutherville, MD 21093
I will tailor your therapy using techniques from CBT, DBT and Mindfulness Based Therapy.
Welcome to Vicki Weidman Counseling for Mindful Living. I believe my purpose as your therapist is to help you feel more comfortable and at ease with life. I know that anxiety and depression can be challenging, to say the least. Maybe your relationships have become overwhelming or you just want to avoid them. I will listen to you without judgment. Together we can identify what it will take to change the situation that brings you to therapy. I can provide you with the skills you need to decrease your painful feelings, reconnect and build the life you want. It's my mission to guide you and support you in this process.
I will tailor your therapy using techniques from CBT, DBT and Mindfulness Based Therapy.
Welcome to Vicki Weidman Counseling for Mindful Living. I believe my purpose as your therapist is to help you feel more comfortable and at ease with life. I know that anxiety and depression can be challenging, to say the least. Maybe your relationships have become overwhelming or you just want to avoid them. I will listen to you without judgment. Together we can identify what it will take to change the situation that brings you to therapy. I can provide you with the skills you need to decrease your painful feelings, reconnect and build the life you want. It's my mission to guide you and support you in this process.
(443) 305-6240 View (443) 305-6240
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One to One Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Lutherville, MD 21093  (Online Only)
In addition to Mindfulness Based Cognitive talk therapy (MCBT), I use mindfulness exercises, as well as Neuro Linguistic Programming, (NLP), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) tools to assist supportive communication and relationship between mind, body, spirit, and emotions.
Hello, my name is Kristina Millian. I am an LCSW-C, with more than 30 years of experience supporting wellness and growth with Pre-Adolescents, Adolescents, Young Adults, as well as Families, Parents, and Individual Adults. It is my passion to inspire hope and change while supporting clients who may be feeling stuck, confused by challenging emotions, or tired of unhealthy habits. Other individuals may be seeking more personal happiness, confidence, or a life purpose. Therapy offers practical solutions. Together we will explore, discover, and transform your experience to match your authentic potential.
In addition to Mindfulness Based Cognitive talk therapy (MCBT), I use mindfulness exercises, as well as Neuro Linguistic Programming, (NLP), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) tools to assist supportive communication and relationship between mind, body, spirit, and emotions.
Hello, my name is Kristina Millian. I am an LCSW-C, with more than 30 years of experience supporting wellness and growth with Pre-Adolescents, Adolescents, Young Adults, as well as Families, Parents, and Individual Adults. It is my passion to inspire hope and change while supporting clients who may be feeling stuck, confused by challenging emotions, or tired of unhealthy habits. Other individuals may be seeking more personal happiness, confidence, or a life purpose. Therapy offers practical solutions. Together we will explore, discover, and transform your experience to match your authentic potential.
(410) 873-9576 View (410) 873-9576
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Anita Sharma
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Lutherville, MD 21093
I also am Dialectical Behavior Therapy(DBT) informed and offer DBT groups for women ages 16-22 as well as older adult women.
I believe engaging in a therapy relationship benefits all. It is important in this setting to feel safe, heard as well as understood without judgement. I work with adolescents as well as adults navigating through lives filled with relationship conflicts, school and academic stressors, communication breakdowns, body image issues, suicidal ideation, depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse. I want my clients to feel how important their issues and progress are to me and that I will do my very best to help them reach their goals.
I also am Dialectical Behavior Therapy(DBT) informed and offer DBT groups for women ages 16-22 as well as older adult women.
I believe engaging in a therapy relationship benefits all. It is important in this setting to feel safe, heard as well as understood without judgement. I work with adolescents as well as adults navigating through lives filled with relationship conflicts, school and academic stressors, communication breakdowns, body image issues, suicidal ideation, depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse. I want my clients to feel how important their issues and progress are to me and that I will do my very best to help them reach their goals.
(410) 896-6615 View (410) 896-6615
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Lauren Cruz
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lutherville, MD 21093
I work with a Cognitive Behavioral and Dialectical Behavioral Approach to help individuals accept and tolerate powerful emotions through mindfulness, acceptance, distress tolerance and emotional regulation.
Reaching out for help can seem intimidating, but it is the first step in doing something for you. Strength doesn’t come from what you can do, it comes from overcoming life’s challenges you once thought you couldn’t. Living with an eating disorder, anxiety or depression can feel overwhelming but you don’t have to tackle it alone. Therapy encourages open communication in order to bring awareness to your innermost thoughts and feelings.
I work with a Cognitive Behavioral and Dialectical Behavioral Approach to help individuals accept and tolerate powerful emotions through mindfulness, acceptance, distress tolerance and emotional regulation.
Reaching out for help can seem intimidating, but it is the first step in doing something for you. Strength doesn’t come from what you can do, it comes from overcoming life’s challenges you once thought you couldn’t. Living with an eating disorder, anxiety or depression can feel overwhelming but you don’t have to tackle it alone. Therapy encourages open communication in order to bring awareness to your innermost thoughts and feelings.
(410) 618-0689 View (410) 618-0689
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Cara Jacobson
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Lutherville, MD 21093
Therapy can be both a scary yet extremely rewarding process. Selecting the right therapist for you can prove to be a challenge. I will do my best to assist you in creating a warm, safe, and empowering environment to explore deeper issues and to create positive changes in your life.
Therapy can be both a scary yet extremely rewarding process. Selecting the right therapist for you can prove to be a challenge. I will do my best to assist you in creating a warm, safe, and empowering environment to explore deeper issues and to create positive changes in your life.
(443) 898-9808 View (443) 898-9808
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Charm City Counseling
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lutherville, MD 21093
Accepting New Clients! We are a group of experienced trauma informed therapists, specializing in therapy for adults, teens and families with varying issues including: relationship issues, anxiety, neurodivergence, trauma, grief/loss, Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders, Infertility, Maternal Mental Health, depression, and self-esteem. We also enjoy working with those wanting to explore and understand their identity, change harmful and unhelpful relationship patterns and those who are looking to increase general self awareness and gain insight.
Accepting New Clients! We are a group of experienced trauma informed therapists, specializing in therapy for adults, teens and families with varying issues including: relationship issues, anxiety, neurodivergence, trauma, grief/loss, Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders, Infertility, Maternal Mental Health, depression, and self-esteem. We also enjoy working with those wanting to explore and understand their identity, change harmful and unhelpful relationship patterns and those who are looking to increase general self awareness and gain insight.
(410) 777-5699 View (410) 777-5699
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Psychology Consultants Associated
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Lutherville, MD 21093
PCA is a group practice that has been providing mental health treatment in the Baltimore area for over 40 years. Our staff of psychologists and counselors can work with a very wide range of disorders and demographics while providing exceptional therapy, testing/assessment, or evaluations that you or your family may need. We have male and female providers and accept almost all insurance plans. **WE ARE ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS FOR IN-PERSON AND TELETHERAPY APPOINTMENTS. ALL OF OUR STAFF ARE FULLY VACCINATED.**
PCA is a group practice that has been providing mental health treatment in the Baltimore area for over 40 years. Our staff of psychologists and counselors can work with a very wide range of disorders and demographics while providing exceptional therapy, testing/assessment, or evaluations that you or your family may need. We have male and female providers and accept almost all insurance plans. **WE ARE ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS FOR IN-PERSON AND TELETHERAPY APPOINTMENTS. ALL OF OUR STAFF ARE FULLY VACCINATED.**
(410) 777-5920 View (410) 777-5920
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Katia B. Callan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Lutherville, MD 21093
Insight Wellness has clinicians with immediate day and evening openings! Finding someone to connect with is the first step in changing your life and you have looked in the right place! Insight Wellness therapists will assist you in identifying triggers and examining your thinking patterns. Together we use your strengths to change how you handle stress, face problems, and overcome challenges. Our Specialty areas are: depression, anxiety, ADHD, life transitions, stress, difficulty with adjustments, grief, trauma, EMDR, body image, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, parenting issues, child & teen issues, school refusal.
Insight Wellness has clinicians with immediate day and evening openings! Finding someone to connect with is the first step in changing your life and you have looked in the right place! Insight Wellness therapists will assist you in identifying triggers and examining your thinking patterns. Together we use your strengths to change how you handle stress, face problems, and overcome challenges. Our Specialty areas are: depression, anxiety, ADHD, life transitions, stress, difficulty with adjustments, grief, trauma, EMDR, body image, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, parenting issues, child & teen issues, school refusal.
(410) 753-2189 View (410) 753-2189
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Falisha Redenbaugh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Lutherville, MD 21093
I am meeting with clients both in person and online whichever works best for you! Therapy is hard work and I am here to help. We all need support and what that means is different for each person; therapy is not cookie-cutter. Together we will figure out what you need in order to reach your goals.
I am meeting with clients both in person and online whichever works best for you! Therapy is hard work and I am here to help. We all need support and what that means is different for each person; therapy is not cookie-cutter. Together we will figure out what you need in order to reach your goals.
(410) 835-9202 View (410) 835-9202
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Mimi Thomas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lutherville, MD 21093
Are you having difficulties with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, or intimate relationships? I work with adults ages 18 to 100 who are experiencing problems and life stressors interfering with work,; relationships, family or friends. Many of these issues involve these symptoms. I can help by working with you to achieve a happier quality of life and improved communications. I use a variety of approaches to fit each client. I occasionally use humor in sessions when appropriate. :
Are you having difficulties with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, or intimate relationships? I work with adults ages 18 to 100 who are experiencing problems and life stressors interfering with work,; relationships, family or friends. Many of these issues involve these symptoms. I can help by working with you to achieve a happier quality of life and improved communications. I use a variety of approaches to fit each client. I occasionally use humor in sessions when appropriate. :
(443) 334-8751 View (443) 334-8751
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India Edusei
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMSW
Verified Verified
Lutherville, MD 21093  (Online Only)
I am a masters prepared psychotherapist with an integrated approach to care. I will be your support, educator, coach, cheerleader, and guide on the journey. Every journey begins with one step, even if you don't know where you're going. I'll meet you where you are, with compassion and without judgement. I offer an individualized, solutions-focused approach to treatment, combining CBT with mind-body practices to improve outcomes. My goal is to provide tools that empower you to meet your goals; building skills to take care of your whole person and move forward toward the life you want.
I am a masters prepared psychotherapist with an integrated approach to care. I will be your support, educator, coach, cheerleader, and guide on the journey. Every journey begins with one step, even if you don't know where you're going. I'll meet you where you are, with compassion and without judgement. I offer an individualized, solutions-focused approach to treatment, combining CBT with mind-body practices to improve outcomes. My goal is to provide tools that empower you to meet your goals; building skills to take care of your whole person and move forward toward the life you want.
(571) 603-7642 View (571) 603-7642
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Shandelle Hether-Gray
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LMHC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Lutherville, MD 21093
I am trained in using CBT, EMDR, and other evidence-based approaches to help people make lasting changes to their self-image that lead to real changes in their lives. My approach is hands on, goal-oriented, strengths based, and gender/identity affirming. I help clients challenge unrealistic patterns of thinking, deconstruct who they are from who they have learned to be, learn how to feel safe and regulated in their body, identify options for difficult life situations that align with their values, and learn the skills to meet their needs e.g. assertiveness, boundary setting, communication, mindfulness, relaxation and grounding.
I am trained in using CBT, EMDR, and other evidence-based approaches to help people make lasting changes to their self-image that lead to real changes in their lives. My approach is hands on, goal-oriented, strengths based, and gender/identity affirming. I help clients challenge unrealistic patterns of thinking, deconstruct who they are from who they have learned to be, learn how to feel safe and regulated in their body, identify options for difficult life situations that align with their values, and learn the skills to meet their needs e.g. assertiveness, boundary setting, communication, mindfulness, relaxation and grounding.
(443) 446-4718 View (443) 446-4718
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Kate Bagli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lutherville, MD 21093
I own two private practices in Towson and have been practicing therapy in the area for 22 years. My specialties include the treatment of anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, grief, PTSD, postpartum depression, couples counseling. I work with adolescents 16 and older, adults and couples.
I own two private practices in Towson and have been practicing therapy in the area for 22 years. My specialties include the treatment of anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, grief, PTSD, postpartum depression, couples counseling. I work with adolescents 16 and older, adults and couples.
(410) 847-2431 View (410) 847-2431
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PsychCare Psychological Services LLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lutherville, MD 21093
At PsychCare, our staff has successfully helped many individuals and couples resolve a wide variety of personal concerns both through psychotherapy and psychological and educational evaluations. The staff at PsychCare in Baltimore, MD, brings decades of experience in specialized areas of treatment and assessment, such as couples counseling, alcohol abuse treatment, and psychological evaluations and forensic psychological services.
At PsychCare, our staff has successfully helped many individuals and couples resolve a wide variety of personal concerns both through psychotherapy and psychological and educational evaluations. The staff at PsychCare in Baltimore, MD, brings decades of experience in specialized areas of treatment and assessment, such as couples counseling, alcohol abuse treatment, and psychological evaluations and forensic psychological services.
(410) 505-8244 View (410) 505-8244
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Esther Reidler
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lutherville, MD 21093
I am a warm and compassionate Clinical Psychologist skilled in providing individual and family therapy to adults, adolescents, and children. Areas of expertise include Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Mindfulness based interventions to treat anxiety disorders such as OCD, Generalized Anxiety, Phobias, Social Anxiety, and Panic. I also have specialized training in treating Trauma and use Motivational Interviewing to help people develop motivation to make meaningful changes. Other specialties include parent training, child behavior management, and school intervention. I use evidence-based practices to help you achieve lasting growth.
I am a warm and compassionate Clinical Psychologist skilled in providing individual and family therapy to adults, adolescents, and children. Areas of expertise include Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Mindfulness based interventions to treat anxiety disorders such as OCD, Generalized Anxiety, Phobias, Social Anxiety, and Panic. I also have specialized training in treating Trauma and use Motivational Interviewing to help people develop motivation to make meaningful changes. Other specialties include parent training, child behavior management, and school intervention. I use evidence-based practices to help you achieve lasting growth.
(201) 335-0847 View (201) 335-0847
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Lisa D'Antonio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lutherville, MD 21093
Not accepting new clients
Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Internal Family Systems Therapy are some of the models that I typically use but we would work together to find the one that best suits you.
I am Lisa D'Antonio, a Certified Clinical Social Worker. I have been practicing therapy for over ten years and I love to empower clients to accomplish goals that are important to them. I have worked in outpatient, inpatient, and partial hospitalization settings and can assist families in navigating the mental health system. I have a strong passion for women's issues, specifically Eating Disorders and Postpartum Depression. I have extensive experience working with both of these illnesses. I am aligned with the Heathy At Every Size (HAES) framework and support the Intuitive Eating guiding principles.
Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Internal Family Systems Therapy are some of the models that I typically use but we would work together to find the one that best suits you.
I am Lisa D'Antonio, a Certified Clinical Social Worker. I have been practicing therapy for over ten years and I love to empower clients to accomplish goals that are important to them. I have worked in outpatient, inpatient, and partial hospitalization settings and can assist families in navigating the mental health system. I have a strong passion for women's issues, specifically Eating Disorders and Postpartum Depression. I have extensive experience working with both of these illnesses. I am aligned with the Heathy At Every Size (HAES) framework and support the Intuitive Eating guiding principles.
(410) 844-5193 View (410) 844-5193
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Katherine O'Doherty
Art Therapist, MA, LCPAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Lutherville, MD 21093
Not accepting new clients
I offer individual and family therapy services in a private office setting in Lutherville, MD. I use a blended approach based on clients’ needs by integrating evidence-based models such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. I am trained in providing traditional talk therapy and can also help clients understand how artmaking can promote insight and connections to help achieve therapeutic goals. I offer clinical supervision for therapists seeking licensure (LCPAT). I am an experienced supervisor, training new therapist colleagues at work as well as interns from universities such as GWU and NDMU.
I offer individual and family therapy services in a private office setting in Lutherville, MD. I use a blended approach based on clients’ needs by integrating evidence-based models such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. I am trained in providing traditional talk therapy and can also help clients understand how artmaking can promote insight and connections to help achieve therapeutic goals. I offer clinical supervision for therapists seeking licensure (LCPAT). I am an experienced supervisor, training new therapist colleagues at work as well as interns from universities such as GWU and NDMU.
(410) 401-8183 View (410) 401-8183
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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.