Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Leesburg, VA
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Michelle uses a trauma informed lens and draws from evidenced based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing.
Michelle Toland is a warm and compassionate bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker with years of experience dedicated to helping adults, adolescents, and families navigate challenges to lead a more fulfilling life. She earned her MSW at Widener University. Michelle creates a safe and non-judgmental space to promote healing, resilience, and personal growth. Michelle has experience in helping clients to increase positive coping skills, build healthy relationships, communicate effectively, manage life's transitions, and heal from grief, loss, and trauma.
Michelle uses a trauma informed lens and draws from evidenced based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing.
Michelle Toland is a warm and compassionate bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker with years of experience dedicated to helping adults, adolescents, and families navigate challenges to lead a more fulfilling life. She earned her MSW at Widener University. Michelle creates a safe and non-judgmental space to promote healing, resilience, and personal growth. Michelle has experience in helping clients to increase positive coping skills, build healthy relationships, communicate effectively, manage life's transitions, and heal from grief, loss, and trauma.
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Erika Lindsay Flax
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Leesburg, VA 20176
In addition to a strengths based orientation, I approach healing and recovery for all with a strong foundation in CBT, DBT, and ACT and approach eating disorders with a Health at Every Size perspective.
“The pessimist complains about the wind, the optimist expects it to change, but the realist adjusts the sails”. I have made it my mission to help people use the resources they have to reach their destinations. We may not have all of the resources we desire, but using my strengths based approach to counseling, we can realize and maximize the tools, resources, and supports we have available to us. This approach lends itself most beautifully to my work with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, women’s issues, pre and post partum related challenges, couples counseling and eating disorders.
In addition to a strengths based orientation, I approach healing and recovery for all with a strong foundation in CBT, DBT, and ACT and approach eating disorders with a Health at Every Size perspective.
“The pessimist complains about the wind, the optimist expects it to change, but the realist adjusts the sails”. I have made it my mission to help people use the resources they have to reach their destinations. We may not have all of the resources we desire, but using my strengths based approach to counseling, we can realize and maximize the tools, resources, and supports we have available to us. This approach lends itself most beautifully to my work with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, women’s issues, pre and post partum related challenges, couples counseling and eating disorders.
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Negar uses Feminist Theory, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, elements of DBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Humanistic approaches to create welcoming, non-judgmental and validating therapeutic relationships with her clients.
Negar Ehsani earned her B.A. in Justice Studies in 2010 with a minor in Women's Studies from James Madison University and received her Master's degree in Social Work in 2013 from George Mason University. She is currently in her second year with LifeStance Health as a Supervisee in Clinical Social Work. Previously, Negar worked with children, adolescents and adults in state and local government settings for nine years, notably working with adult survivors of domestic and sexual violence in the community and at a local community college.
Negar uses Feminist Theory, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, elements of DBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Humanistic approaches to create welcoming, non-judgmental and validating therapeutic relationships with her clients.
Negar Ehsani earned her B.A. in Justice Studies in 2010 with a minor in Women's Studies from James Madison University and received her Master's degree in Social Work in 2013 from George Mason University. She is currently in her second year with LifeStance Health as a Supervisee in Clinical Social Work. Previously, Negar worked with children, adolescents and adults in state and local government settings for nine years, notably working with adult survivors of domestic and sexual violence in the community and at a local community college.
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Matthew Sims
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, C-DBT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Leesburg, VA 20176
Waitlist for new clients
I typically incorporate aspects of CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and psychodynamic theory in my work.
Does it look like you've got everything together on the outside, but on the inside you're going through the wringer? Dealing with stress, anxiety, or negative self-talk? Having a tough time at home, in school, or on the playing field? Life can be hell sometimes... but you're not alone, and I'm here to help. I typically work with teens, college students, and young adults who are looking to get more out of life and push through challenges.
I typically incorporate aspects of CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and psychodynamic theory in my work.
Does it look like you've got everything together on the outside, but on the inside you're going through the wringer? Dealing with stress, anxiety, or negative self-talk? Having a tough time at home, in school, or on the playing field? Life can be hell sometimes... but you're not alone, and I'm here to help. I typically work with teens, college students, and young adults who are looking to get more out of life and push through challenges.
![Photo of Trasie Phillips, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/7d417b61-67c0-48e9-a0e5-b83421fd5c1e/2/320x400.png)
License Independent Clinical Social Worker, in Washington State (2013), California (2019) and Virginia (2020) to present. 30 years of social work experience. I can help with with Child& Family Services, drugs treatment and recovery, 12 steps and inpatient treatment from a Christian view. Family Dynamics, and high-risk relationships, with high-risk families. I worked as a Military Family Life Consultant (MFLC), also I provided services as a VA therapist and social worker. I am certified as a YWCA, Domestic Violence, counselor. I use many modalities including Mindfulness, DBT, CBT, PTSD, combat PTSD.
License Independent Clinical Social Worker, in Washington State (2013), California (2019) and Virginia (2020) to present. 30 years of social work experience. I can help with with Child& Family Services, drugs treatment and recovery, 12 steps and inpatient treatment from a Christian view. Family Dynamics, and high-risk relationships, with high-risk families. I worked as a Military Family Life Consultant (MFLC), also I provided services as a VA therapist and social worker. I am certified as a YWCA, Domestic Violence, counselor. I use many modalities including Mindfulness, DBT, CBT, PTSD, combat PTSD.
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Courtney Hale, LCSW, CDBT, CCATP, is an experienced mental health therapist in community outpatient, foster care, and inpatient treatment, working with adults, adolescents, and children. She enjoys connecting with clients in individual, couple, and family sessions and witnessing the strength and power of the human spirit. Courtney approaches sessions with compassion, curiosity, and humor, drawing on a diverse set of therapeutic approaches including dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), polyvagal mapping, and mindfulness based stress reduction (MBSR).
Courtney Hale, LCSW, CDBT, CCATP, is an experienced mental health therapist in community outpatient, foster care, and inpatient treatment, working with adults, adolescents, and children. She enjoys connecting with clients in individual, couple, and family sessions and witnessing the strength and power of the human spirit. Courtney approaches sessions with compassion, curiosity, and humor, drawing on a diverse set of therapeutic approaches including dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), polyvagal mapping, and mindfulness based stress reduction (MBSR).
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Andrew leans to word cognitive and behavioral therapies, dialectical behavioral therapies, as well as acceptance and commitment therapy.
Andrew is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor; he earned his master’s degree from Troy University in Tampa Florida and is currently working on his Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision with Capella University. Prior to entering the field of mental health, Andrew was a member of the United States Army and served in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Andrew has experience working with adults across the lifespan and adolescents that struggle with various types of mental health diagnoses.
Andrew leans to word cognitive and behavioral therapies, dialectical behavioral therapies, as well as acceptance and commitment therapy.
Andrew is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor; he earned his master’s degree from Troy University in Tampa Florida and is currently working on his Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision with Capella University. Prior to entering the field of mental health, Andrew was a member of the United States Army and served in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Andrew has experience working with adults across the lifespan and adolescents that struggle with various types of mental health diagnoses.
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Jean M. Smith
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Leesburg, VA 20176
Waitlist for new clients
With over 20 years experience, I work with each client implementing a variety of approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, DBT, and family therapy.
Creating an environment where clients can grow to understand themselves, make the changes they want and need, and to truly thrive is my goal. I work with adolescents, adults and couples to move through obstacles, challenges, and difficult times. Therapy is an opportunity to address and support change and growth. My approach is to work collaboratively with clients, focusing on strengths and a person’s natural inclination to move toward health and balance. I create a warm and empathetic space in which my clients are empowered to create positive change in their lives.
With over 20 years experience, I work with each client implementing a variety of approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, DBT, and family therapy.
Creating an environment where clients can grow to understand themselves, make the changes they want and need, and to truly thrive is my goal. I work with adolescents, adults and couples to move through obstacles, challenges, and difficult times. Therapy is an opportunity to address and support change and growth. My approach is to work collaboratively with clients, focusing on strengths and a person’s natural inclination to move toward health and balance. I create a warm and empathetic space in which my clients are empowered to create positive change in their lives.
![Photo of Matthew Rich, MSSA, LMSW, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/077c0ddb-8df3-4003-b13f-9e88a28696fa/2/320x400.jpeg)
I utilize therapeutic interventions from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and a Health at Every Size approach.
In life, we are constantly faced with trials and obstacles that can cause us to worry about our futures and what they hold for us. This often leads to spending much of our time and energy fixated on things that are out of our control, which causes more suffering than is needed. I have found that helping my patients to accept what they cannot control and focus their efforts on what they can control to be an effective way of creating a life worth living, regardless of whether they are facing problems like anxiety, depression, trauma, or eating disorders.
I utilize therapeutic interventions from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and a Health at Every Size approach.
In life, we are constantly faced with trials and obstacles that can cause us to worry about our futures and what they hold for us. This often leads to spending much of our time and energy fixated on things that are out of our control, which causes more suffering than is needed. I have found that helping my patients to accept what they cannot control and focus their efforts on what they can control to be an effective way of creating a life worth living, regardless of whether they are facing problems like anxiety, depression, trauma, or eating disorders.
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I am trained in EMDR, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and trauma-informed practices.
I have been a licensed therapist since 1994. You will find that I am a down-to-earth person who understands the issues that face people in the current day and age. In treatment, I am comfortable giving the feedback and direction you need to help you make the changes you want in your life. While therapy can be difficult, I believe it also can be enjoyable. To that end, I use humor, playfulness, and creativity, along with psychoeducation and traditional psychotherapy practices. You will find that I will do all I can to support guide you as you go through this process.
I am trained in EMDR, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and trauma-informed practices.
I have been a licensed therapist since 1994. You will find that I am a down-to-earth person who understands the issues that face people in the current day and age. In treatment, I am comfortable giving the feedback and direction you need to help you make the changes you want in your life. While therapy can be difficult, I believe it also can be enjoyable. To that end, I use humor, playfulness, and creativity, along with psychoeducation and traditional psychotherapy practices. You will find that I will do all I can to support guide you as you go through this process.
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Karen Turner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, EdS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Leesburg, VA 20175
Approaches I utilize include, but are not limited to, ACT, CBT, Narrative Therapy, IFS, DBT and Expressive therapies (I am happy to share more about these).
Welcome. The most common areas I treat in my practice include eating disorders, OCD, self-injurious behaviors, self-esteem, anxiety, and depression. I enjoying working with clients of all ages. The decision to meet with a counselor can sometimes be difficult. My first goal is to offer a supportive and accepting environment where growth and healing can occur. I believe that self-acceptance is the first step toward growth and change. Life can be full of struggles and difficulties. I find that my clients are truly doing the best that they can under their circumstances, but are often stuck in maladaptive ways of coping.
Approaches I utilize include, but are not limited to, ACT, CBT, Narrative Therapy, IFS, DBT and Expressive therapies (I am happy to share more about these).
Welcome. The most common areas I treat in my practice include eating disorders, OCD, self-injurious behaviors, self-esteem, anxiety, and depression. I enjoying working with clients of all ages. The decision to meet with a counselor can sometimes be difficult. My first goal is to offer a supportive and accepting environment where growth and healing can occur. I believe that self-acceptance is the first step toward growth and change. Life can be full of struggles and difficulties. I find that my clients are truly doing the best that they can under their circumstances, but are often stuck in maladaptive ways of coping.
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MLB Therapy, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Leesburg, VA 20175
Therapists at MLB Therapy are trained in various models to guide their work, including cognitive approaches, mindfulness, ACT, trauma-informed work including EMDR, emotion regulation (DBT) and more.
Are your relationships causing you stress? Do you feel stuck and unsure how to change things? We are here to help you develop a plan that will allow you to feel a sense of peace again. Whether your concerns involve a marriage or partner, parenting, a friendship or a different kind of relationship, we will join you in your journey, so you are not alone. We can help you process through experiences and strategize through situations or big emotions. With the different providers in our office, there are appointments during the day, evening, or even Saturday appointments if that is better for you. We are here to help!
Therapists at MLB Therapy are trained in various models to guide their work, including cognitive approaches, mindfulness, ACT, trauma-informed work including EMDR, emotion regulation (DBT) and more.
Are your relationships causing you stress? Do you feel stuck and unsure how to change things? We are here to help you develop a plan that will allow you to feel a sense of peace again. Whether your concerns involve a marriage or partner, parenting, a friendship or a different kind of relationship, we will join you in your journey, so you are not alone. We can help you process through experiences and strategize through situations or big emotions. With the different providers in our office, there are appointments during the day, evening, or even Saturday appointments if that is better for you. We are here to help!
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Beckner Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Leesburg, VA 20176
We use CBT, DBT, ACT, EMDR, and Family Based Therapy to help our clients reach their goals.
Beckner Counseling, LLC is an outpatient private practice that provides Evidence-Based treatment in Leesburg, VA and the surrounding areas! We are a group of 4 licensed social workers with over 20 years of combined experience. We assist clients in overcoming symptoms related to anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, women's issues, marital struggles, and more. We believe that everyone is capable of healing.
We use CBT, DBT, ACT, EMDR, and Family Based Therapy to help our clients reach their goals.
Beckner Counseling, LLC is an outpatient private practice that provides Evidence-Based treatment in Leesburg, VA and the surrounding areas! We are a group of 4 licensed social workers with over 20 years of combined experience. We assist clients in overcoming symptoms related to anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, women's issues, marital struggles, and more. We believe that everyone is capable of healing.
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Jennifer Lynch is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia who has been practicing since 2023. She has a Master of Science in Education: Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelor of Science: Human Services with minor in Health and Wellness. Jennifer’s specialty is child and adolescent therapy, treating behavioral, mood, and other disorders with evidence-based interventions from CBT, DBT, and solution focused counseling. As a person-centered counselor Jennifer emphasizes the importance of the therapeutic relationship through the use of motivational interviewing techniques including unconditional positive regard.
Jennifer Lynch is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia who has been practicing since 2023. She has a Master of Science in Education: Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelor of Science: Human Services with minor in Health and Wellness. Jennifer’s specialty is child and adolescent therapy, treating behavioral, mood, and other disorders with evidence-based interventions from CBT, DBT, and solution focused counseling. As a person-centered counselor Jennifer emphasizes the importance of the therapeutic relationship through the use of motivational interviewing techniques including unconditional positive regard.
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Christopher Mishik
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Leesburg, VA 20176 (Online Only)
I use proven techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors, teaching practical skills for managing emotions and improving relationships.
Hello, my name is Chris and I hope you give me the opportunity to join your journey. I am a licensed professional counselor with over 10 years of experience in counseling children, teens, and adults. I am committed to providing you a safe space to create your own tools to navigate depression, anxiety, trauma and achieve mental health wellness. Together, we can build resilience and heal from past traumas.
I use proven techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors, teaching practical skills for managing emotions and improving relationships.
Hello, my name is Chris and I hope you give me the opportunity to join your journey. I am a licensed professional counselor with over 10 years of experience in counseling children, teens, and adults. I am committed to providing you a safe space to create your own tools to navigate depression, anxiety, trauma and achieve mental health wellness. Together, we can build resilience and heal from past traumas.
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Cheryl is a Licensed Professional Counselor who seeks to help her clients develop their definition of success and begin working toward it. She currently holds a Certification in DBT, and pursuing credentialing in Substance Use Disorders, Anxiety/OCD, and Trauma-Informed Care. Cheryl brings enthusiasm, professionalism, and unconditional positive regard to the treatment setting in hopes of helping her clients build confidence in exploring their feelings and fearlessly divorce behaviors that compromise a healthy lifestyle.
Cheryl is a Licensed Professional Counselor who seeks to help her clients develop their definition of success and begin working toward it. She currently holds a Certification in DBT, and pursuing credentialing in Substance Use Disorders, Anxiety/OCD, and Trauma-Informed Care. Cheryl brings enthusiasm, professionalism, and unconditional positive regard to the treatment setting in hopes of helping her clients build confidence in exploring their feelings and fearlessly divorce behaviors that compromise a healthy lifestyle.
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Lindsay Sobolewski Rohde
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Leesburg, VA 20176 (Online Only)
I utilize techniques including DBT, CBT and motivational interviewing.
Hello! My name is Lindsay, and I look forward to meeting you. I have over 12 years of experience in the mental health field, helping individuals with a variety of issues, including depression, anxiety, life transitions, low self-esteem, trauma, self-harm, family conflict and interpersonal struggles. I am passionate about working with adolescents, adults and families. If you are having a difficult time coping with feelings, or need a safe place to discuss your issues, I am happy to help. My goal is for all my clients to have a positive and beneficial therapeutic experience.
I utilize techniques including DBT, CBT and motivational interviewing.
Hello! My name is Lindsay, and I look forward to meeting you. I have over 12 years of experience in the mental health field, helping individuals with a variety of issues, including depression, anxiety, life transitions, low self-esteem, trauma, self-harm, family conflict and interpersonal struggles. I am passionate about working with adolescents, adults and families. If you are having a difficult time coping with feelings, or need a safe place to discuss your issues, I am happy to help. My goal is for all my clients to have a positive and beneficial therapeutic experience.
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Alicia Kalbfleisch
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Leesburg, VA 20176 (Online Only)
Alicia is a fully licensed professional counselor (LPC) in the state of Virginia with three years of experience. Alicia utilizes CBT, DBT, and emotionally focused theories to encourage the client to work during the sessions. Alicia also enjoys educating her clients regarding basic brain chemistry and understanding why our brains react to specific situations.
Alicia is a fully licensed professional counselor (LPC) in the state of Virginia with three years of experience. Alicia utilizes CBT, DBT, and emotionally focused theories to encourage the client to work during the sessions. Alicia also enjoys educating her clients regarding basic brain chemistry and understanding why our brains react to specific situations.
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I am fully trained in EMDR Therapy, along with training and experience in ACT, DBT, CBT, Motivational Interviewing (MI), trauma-informed care, and Attachment-Based Family Therapy (ABFT).
I work with adolescent and adult clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, personality disorders, familial issues, trauma, ADHD, eating disorders, and suicidality. The clients I work with primarily want a therapeutic approach that consists of evidence-based modalities mixed with empathy, compassion, nonjudgmental stance, authenticity, and being person-centered. Whether their goal is to have a space to process and work through trauma, vent and find ways to cope with and navigate life stressors, or have someone to talk to, I do my best to meet my clients where they're at.
I am fully trained in EMDR Therapy, along with training and experience in ACT, DBT, CBT, Motivational Interviewing (MI), trauma-informed care, and Attachment-Based Family Therapy (ABFT).
I work with adolescent and adult clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, personality disorders, familial issues, trauma, ADHD, eating disorders, and suicidality. The clients I work with primarily want a therapeutic approach that consists of evidence-based modalities mixed with empathy, compassion, nonjudgmental stance, authenticity, and being person-centered. Whether their goal is to have a space to process and work through trauma, vent and find ways to cope with and navigate life stressors, or have someone to talk to, I do my best to meet my clients where they're at.
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This can include Supportive Therapy, Adjustment Disorder Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered Therapy.
Seeking therapy can be a little scary and, at times, overwhelming. Taking that first step will get you started on your journey to self-discover, find guidance, and look at new ways to assess your life, your relationships and your goals. Together, we will identify what is not working for you and help you get back into balance by assessing your needs and desires, setting realistic goals, finding your center and developing your creativity in identifying what works for you.
This can include Supportive Therapy, Adjustment Disorder Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered Therapy.
Seeking therapy can be a little scary and, at times, overwhelming. Taking that first step will get you started on your journey to self-discover, find guidance, and look at new ways to assess your life, your relationships and your goals. Together, we will identify what is not working for you and help you get back into balance by assessing your needs and desires, setting realistic goals, finding your center and developing your creativity in identifying what works for you.
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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.