Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Treatment Centers in Reading, MA
ABC Medical is a licensed treament center which offers a scope of services in the behavioral health field. Our organization staff are comprised of psychiatrist/MD, social workers, counselors and psychiatric nurse practitioners. We offer services for children, adults, couples and families and provide medication management, TMS treatments and psychotherapy. Telemedicine services are also available.
ABC Medical is a licensed treament center which offers a scope of services in the behavioral health field. Our organization staff are comprised of psychiatrist/MD, social workers, counselors and psychiatric nurse practitioners. We offer services for children, adults, couples and families and provide medication management, TMS treatments and psychotherapy. Telemedicine services are also available.
Psychotherapy Associates of N. Reading & Amesbury
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Reading, MA 01867 (Online Only)
We have 19 therapists with many different approaches and specialties. We take almost all insurances including Mass Health. We have day, after school, evening and weekend appointments for the convenience of our clients. We have been providing mental health services in North Reading for 23 years. We specialize in child and adolescent issues but also have expertise in family issues and adult problems. To refer yourself or someone else, call our main number and ask for a referral coordinator. They will take some basic information about what you are looking for and match you with a therapist who has experience in your particular problem, has appointments when you need them, and can take your insurance. We are 100% telehealth at this time and don't anticipate in person sessions going forward.
We have 19 therapists with many different approaches and specialties. We take almost all insurances including Mass Health. We have day, after school, evening and weekend appointments for the convenience of our clients. We have been providing mental health services in North Reading for 23 years. We specialize in child and adolescent issues but also have expertise in family issues and adult problems. To refer yourself or someone else, call our main number and ask for a referral coordinator. They will take some basic information about what you are looking for and match you with a therapist who has experience in your particular problem, has appointments when you need them, and can take your insurance. We are 100% telehealth at this time and don't anticipate in person sessions going forward.
At Banyan Massachusetts, we offer a host of programs designed to help those struggling with addictions. All of our Massachusetts drug and alcohol treatment programs provide comprehensive care to address the unique needs of each patient in relation to physical, mental, and emotional health. Our certified team at Banyan is comprised of physicians, psychiatrists, registered nurses, clinicians, case managers, and other addiction professionals. Many of our staff have firsthand knowledge of the life-changing challenges and issues that men and women commonly face when beginning a recovery lifestyle.
At Banyan Massachusetts, we offer a host of programs designed to help those struggling with addictions. All of our Massachusetts drug and alcohol treatment programs provide comprehensive care to address the unique needs of each patient in relation to physical, mental, and emotional health. Our certified team at Banyan is comprised of physicians, psychiatrists, registered nurses, clinicians, case managers, and other addiction professionals. Many of our staff have firsthand knowledge of the life-changing challenges and issues that men and women commonly face when beginning a recovery lifestyle.
Counseling Services of Greater Boston, LLC
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Reading, MA 01867
Counseling Services of Greater Boston is a large group practice with three locations within and close to the Greater Boston area. We proudly offer individualized, outpatient mental health and addiction treatment. We are able to provide virtual treatment to clients located anywhere within the state of Massachusetts. Our clinicians are highly experienced and work to create an approach that is both evidenced-based and effective for you and your needs. For more information about our clinicians and types of services we offer please check out our website: www.csgboston.com
Counseling Services of Greater Boston is a large group practice with three locations within and close to the Greater Boston area. We proudly offer individualized, outpatient mental health and addiction treatment. We are able to provide virtual treatment to clients located anywhere within the state of Massachusetts. Our clinicians are highly experienced and work to create an approach that is both evidenced-based and effective for you and your needs. For more information about our clinicians and types of services we offer please check out our website: www.csgboston.com
Atlantic Mental Health, Inc., dba Atlantic Behavioral Health is a premier, local mental and behavioral health clinic in Wilmington, Massachusetts right off of Route 93's Concord Street exit. Atlantic provides medication management and outpatient services to clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, bi-polar, mood and personality disorders. We also treat those who suffer from gambling or sports betting addiction. Atlantic provides individual, group, couples and family counseling as well as medication management. We provide in person and Telehealth care for those in Massachusetts. Call today to get your admission started, our number is 978-315-1011
Atlantic Mental Health, Inc., dba Atlantic Behavioral Health is a premier, local mental and behavioral health clinic in Wilmington, Massachusetts right off of Route 93's Concord Street exit. Atlantic provides medication management and outpatient services to clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, bi-polar, mood and personality disorders. We also treat those who suffer from gambling or sports betting addiction. Atlantic provides individual, group, couples and family counseling as well as medication management. We provide in person and Telehealth care for those in Massachusetts. Call today to get your admission started, our number is 978-315-1011
Topsail Addiction Treatment is the premier drug and alcohol addiction treatment center north of Boston. We are located in North Andover, MA and offer both in person and Telehealth programming for those seeking outpatient treatment. Topsail offers both full day and half day programs (commonly referred to by insurance companies as PHP and IOP). Topsail is licensed by the Massachusetts Bureau of Substance Abuse Services and is nationally recognized and accredited by the prestigious Joint Commission. If you or a loved one are looking for treatment for drug or alcohol addiction, please call Topsail today. Our Rapid Admissions team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 978-475-0002
Topsail Addiction Treatment is the premier drug and alcohol addiction treatment center north of Boston. We are located in North Andover, MA and offer both in person and Telehealth programming for those seeking outpatient treatment. Topsail offers both full day and half day programs (commonly referred to by insurance companies as PHP and IOP). Topsail is licensed by the Massachusetts Bureau of Substance Abuse Services and is nationally recognized and accredited by the prestigious Joint Commission. If you or a loved one are looking for treatment for drug or alcohol addiction, please call Topsail today. Our Rapid Admissions team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 978-475-0002
GateHouse is a private rehab facility providing intervention and treatment services to chemically dependent persons and individuals with co-occurring mental health issues. We offer treatment in a serene and luxurious setting. Our staff at GateHouse has decades of experience treating substance abuse and dual diagnosis clients. We provide individualized treatment in a small, gender-specific environment that promotes personal responsibility. GateHouse offers one of the only comprehensive vocational program in New England, which allows our clients to enroll or re-enroll in college or trade school. It will enable them to obtain a job in the career of their choice, and manage debt and legal problems. At GateHouse, evidence-based therapies are applied along with creative and innovative intervention methods. We provide extraordinary care and enable our clients to gain insight into the underlying factors that drive addictive and co-dependent behaviors. GateHouse helps clients learn how to set realistic goals, and achieve them while maintaining long-term sobriety. We want you to live a fulfilling productive and fruitful life. Your sobriety begins today. Call us to find your path to recovery.
GateHouse is a private rehab facility providing intervention and treatment services to chemically dependent persons and individuals with co-occurring mental health issues. We offer treatment in a serene and luxurious setting. Our staff at GateHouse has decades of experience treating substance abuse and dual diagnosis clients. We provide individualized treatment in a small, gender-specific environment that promotes personal responsibility. GateHouse offers one of the only comprehensive vocational program in New England, which allows our clients to enroll or re-enroll in college or trade school. It will enable them to obtain a job in the career of their choice, and manage debt and legal problems. At GateHouse, evidence-based therapies are applied along with creative and innovative intervention methods. We provide extraordinary care and enable our clients to gain insight into the underlying factors that drive addictive and co-dependent behaviors. GateHouse helps clients learn how to set realistic goals, and achieve them while maintaining long-term sobriety. We want you to live a fulfilling productive and fruitful life. Your sobriety begins today. Call us to find your path to recovery.
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Brighton-Allston Mental Health Association
Treatment Center, LICSW, LMHC, MA
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476
We currently offer a wide variety of telehealth therapeutic co-ed groups for teens and adults including: Teen Social Skills Group (ages 13-17), Dance and Movement Group (ages 13-17), Young Adult Transitions Group (ages 18-24), Dialectical Behavior Therapy- DBT (ages 18+) with several day/time options, Adult Social Skills Group (ages 25+), and Adult Psychotherapy Processing Group (ages 50+).
Brighton-Allston Mental Health Association (BAMHA), a program of Italian Home for Children (IHC) is a diverse community mental health agency that has been servicing the Brighton/Allston community and surrounding Metro Boston area since 1964. BAMHA also has an outpatient satellite office in Jamaica Plain. We offer individual and group therapy treatment, psychopharmacology, as well as family and couples counseling services. BAMHA services clients ages 4-80+. Our BAMHA clinicians are trained in various treatment modalities including: traditional psychotherapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, expressive therapy, and play therapy. We also offer In-Home Therapy, Therapeutic Mentoring, In-Home Behavioral, and ABA services for children ages 4-20 through our partner Community Based Programs (CBP) at Italian Home. Our clinicians speak over a dozen languages, including Spanish. We now have immediate openings in all of our CBP programs, and offer telehealth services for your convenience and safety.
We currently offer a wide variety of telehealth therapeutic co-ed groups for teens and adults including: Teen Social Skills Group (ages 13-17), Dance and Movement Group (ages 13-17), Young Adult Transitions Group (ages 18-24), Dialectical Behavior Therapy- DBT (ages 18+) with several day/time options, Adult Social Skills Group (ages 25+), and Adult Psychotherapy Processing Group (ages 50+).
Brighton-Allston Mental Health Association (BAMHA), a program of Italian Home for Children (IHC) is a diverse community mental health agency that has been servicing the Brighton/Allston community and surrounding Metro Boston area since 1964. BAMHA also has an outpatient satellite office in Jamaica Plain. We offer individual and group therapy treatment, psychopharmacology, as well as family and couples counseling services. BAMHA services clients ages 4-80+. Our BAMHA clinicians are trained in various treatment modalities including: traditional psychotherapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, expressive therapy, and play therapy. We also offer In-Home Therapy, Therapeutic Mentoring, In-Home Behavioral, and ABA services for children ages 4-20 through our partner Community Based Programs (CBP) at Italian Home. Our clinicians speak over a dozen languages, including Spanish. We now have immediate openings in all of our CBP programs, and offer telehealth services for your convenience and safety.
Located in Dartmouth, Massachusetts, Southcoast Behavioral Health is a premier provider of inpatient treatment for children and adolescents ages 5-17. Our expert staff provides care for young people who are struggling with mental health concerns like depression, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), psychosis, suicidal ideation, and self-harm. In our adolescent inpatient program, we can help young people who are experiencing mental health crises stabilize so that they can step down to a lower level of care or return home. While in our inpatient unit, children and adolescents can receive focused care in a safe setting so that they can regain a sense of security and well-being. Our multidisciplinary staff provides evidence-based, patient-centered treatments such as motivational interviewing, dialectical behavior therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy. The typical length of stay in our adolescent inpatient program is around five to seven days, though the actual time each person spends in our care depends on their needs.
Located in Dartmouth, Massachusetts, Southcoast Behavioral Health is a premier provider of inpatient treatment for children and adolescents ages 5-17. Our expert staff provides care for young people who are struggling with mental health concerns like depression, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), psychosis, suicidal ideation, and self-harm. In our adolescent inpatient program, we can help young people who are experiencing mental health crises stabilize so that they can step down to a lower level of care or return home. While in our inpatient unit, children and adolescents can receive focused care in a safe setting so that they can regain a sense of security and well-being. Our multidisciplinary staff provides evidence-based, patient-centered treatments such as motivational interviewing, dialectical behavior therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy. The typical length of stay in our adolescent inpatient program is around five to seven days, though the actual time each person spends in our care depends on their needs.
Triad Adolescent Services
Treatment Center, PsyD
Verified Verified
Lexington, MA 02420 (Online Only)
We offer didactic and process oriented Parent Skills and Support groups designed to work with parents and families who have children, adolescents and young adults who are struggling with depression and anxiety, self injury and self worth. Our expert-led parent skills and support groups to provide an understanding, compassionate place for parents to learn and practice parenting effectiveness and self care. Triad's group-based practice was founded upon the fundamental belief that family systems work best in a positive, strength-based approach. We utilize DBT and CBT principles and our clinicians share 50+ years of experience working directly with parents and famlies. All groups are virtual and co-led, providing group-specific curriculum treating no more than 12 parents in each group. Homework is provided to reinforce learning between sessions.
We offer didactic and process oriented Parent Skills and Support groups designed to work with parents and families who have children, adolescents and young adults who are struggling with depression and anxiety, self injury and self worth. Our expert-led parent skills and support groups to provide an understanding, compassionate place for parents to learn and practice parenting effectiveness and self care. Triad's group-based practice was founded upon the fundamental belief that family systems work best in a positive, strength-based approach. We utilize DBT and CBT principles and our clinicians share 50+ years of experience working directly with parents and famlies. All groups are virtual and co-led, providing group-specific curriculum treating no more than 12 parents in each group. Homework is provided to reinforce learning between sessions.
Offering CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing and many more clinical modalities our goal is that every client recovers from their addictions .
Our specialty at CRC is treating individuals who suffer from substance use disorder, with first hand experience we focus on the internal issues that cause addiction and alcoholism. All of our staff are in long term recovery and all know the struggle of asking for help, when that point is reached the healing process can’t start to begin. Partaking in our family focused groups is highly encouraged to all our clients loved ones as we all realize that the family component plays an integral role in an individual getting well.
Offering CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing and many more clinical modalities our goal is that every client recovers from their addictions .
Our specialty at CRC is treating individuals who suffer from substance use disorder, with first hand experience we focus on the internal issues that cause addiction and alcoholism. All of our staff are in long term recovery and all know the struggle of asking for help, when that point is reached the healing process can’t start to begin. Partaking in our family focused groups is highly encouraged to all our clients loved ones as we all realize that the family component plays an integral role in an individual getting well.
Our Comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) residential treatment center in L.A. is perfect for teens and children ages 12-17 who struggle with mental or behavioral health, substance use, and dual diagnosis. Dialectical Behavior Therapy has a high success rate with substance use, depression, anxiety, high emotional sensitivity, self-harm, and/or suicidal behaviors. Our program incorporates all four requirements of a formal Comprehensive-DBT program: individual/family therapy, 24/7 in-the-moment skills coaching, skills training groups, and weekly staff consultation team. For out-of-state families, we conduct family therapy sessions via HIPAA-compliant video conference. In our skills-training groups, teens learn the four core skill-sets of DBT: Mindfulness, Emotion Regulation, Interpersonal Effectiveness, & Distress Tolerance. Adolescents benefit from psychiatric supervision, academic support, and experiential therapies: equine, surf, drama, music, art, yoga and more. While our primary modality is DBT, we also incorporate CBT, 12-Step, Relapse Prevention, PTSD treatment, and other evidence-based modalities depending on your teen or child’s clinical needs.
Our Comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) residential treatment center in L.A. is perfect for teens and children ages 12-17 who struggle with mental or behavioral health, substance use, and dual diagnosis. Dialectical Behavior Therapy has a high success rate with substance use, depression, anxiety, high emotional sensitivity, self-harm, and/or suicidal behaviors. Our program incorporates all four requirements of a formal Comprehensive-DBT program: individual/family therapy, 24/7 in-the-moment skills coaching, skills training groups, and weekly staff consultation team. For out-of-state families, we conduct family therapy sessions via HIPAA-compliant video conference. In our skills-training groups, teens learn the four core skill-sets of DBT: Mindfulness, Emotion Regulation, Interpersonal Effectiveness, & Distress Tolerance. Adolescents benefit from psychiatric supervision, academic support, and experiential therapies: equine, surf, drama, music, art, yoga and more. While our primary modality is DBT, we also incorporate CBT, 12-Step, Relapse Prevention, PTSD treatment, and other evidence-based modalities depending on your teen or child’s clinical needs.
Psyclarity Health - Massachusetts
Treatment Center, MD, PhD, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Saugus, MA 01906
Psyclarity Health Massachusetts provides comprehensive care with evidence-based, trauma-informed therapies such as CBT, DBT, individual psychotherapy, group therapy, family therapy, life skills, and coping mechanisms, among others.
Our Massachusetts facility caters to individuals grappling with substance abuse and co-occurring mental health conditions and is located in a serene, natural setting right outside Boston. Our facility offers evidence-based, trauma-informed therapies and compassionate care tailored to individuals, families, military members, and working professionals' unique needs. We provide a holistic treatment approach that addresses alcohol and drug addiction alongside a wide range of mental health issues like anxiety, depression, bipolar, PTSD, BPD, and more. Our programs are designed to offer comprehensive support, from medical detox to inpatient rehab, tailored to meet each client's unique needs for effective recovery and healing. Our approach to treatment and recovery is designed to foster long-term healing and success, utilizing sophisticated care plans crafted by medical and clinical experts. We're dedicated to helping you rediscover your happiness and inner well-being, ensuring you don't have to face addiction alone.
Psyclarity Health Massachusetts provides comprehensive care with evidence-based, trauma-informed therapies such as CBT, DBT, individual psychotherapy, group therapy, family therapy, life skills, and coping mechanisms, among others.
Our Massachusetts facility caters to individuals grappling with substance abuse and co-occurring mental health conditions and is located in a serene, natural setting right outside Boston. Our facility offers evidence-based, trauma-informed therapies and compassionate care tailored to individuals, families, military members, and working professionals' unique needs. We provide a holistic treatment approach that addresses alcohol and drug addiction alongside a wide range of mental health issues like anxiety, depression, bipolar, PTSD, BPD, and more. Our programs are designed to offer comprehensive support, from medical detox to inpatient rehab, tailored to meet each client's unique needs for effective recovery and healing. Our approach to treatment and recovery is designed to foster long-term healing and success, utilizing sophisticated care plans crafted by medical and clinical experts. We're dedicated to helping you rediscover your happiness and inner well-being, ensuring you don't have to face addiction alone.
Psyclarity Health Addiction Treatment Centers
Treatment Center, MS, LCADC
Not Verified Not Verified
Saugus, MA 01906
We use only proven, advanced therapeutic modalities, such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, and more.
Psyclarity Health provides comprehensive outpatient treatment programs 20 minutes from downtown Manhattan. We offer convenient access for working professionals, commuters, veterans, and active military so their lives can be minimally affected while attending treatment. Our administration, staff, and programs are centered around offering inpatient-quality clinical care with outpatient-style convenience. As veterans ourselves, we understand that trauma plays a significant role in triggering mental health issues and substance abuse. Our specialized treatment therapies treat trauma and post-traumatic stress at their core. We treat each patient as an individual and provide tailored treatment for mental health issues and addiction as a result of trauma.
We use only proven, advanced therapeutic modalities, such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, and more.
Psyclarity Health provides comprehensive outpatient treatment programs 20 minutes from downtown Manhattan. We offer convenient access for working professionals, commuters, veterans, and active military so their lives can be minimally affected while attending treatment. Our administration, staff, and programs are centered around offering inpatient-quality clinical care with outpatient-style convenience. As veterans ourselves, we understand that trauma plays a significant role in triggering mental health issues and substance abuse. Our specialized treatment therapies treat trauma and post-traumatic stress at their core. We treat each patient as an individual and provide tailored treatment for mental health issues and addiction as a result of trauma.
Clients choose Meta Addiction Treatment for a recovery experience that puts their needs first. We work closely with every client to personalize their treatment plan and ensure we're helping them meet their recovery goals. We also offer flexible schedules for each of our outpatient levels of care to work around work, school, or family commitments.
Clients choose Meta Addiction Treatment for a recovery experience that puts their needs first. We work closely with every client to personalize their treatment plan and ensure we're helping them meet their recovery goals. We also offer flexible schedules for each of our outpatient levels of care to work around work, school, or family commitments.
New Horizons Medical offers outpatient services for psychotherapy, psychiatry, and substance use diagnoses for people over 18 years old. We create an inviting and accommodating atmosphere for our patients and staff. Over the years we have helped countless patients to overcome addiction, psychological traumas, and other mental health disorders. Learn more at www.newhorizonsmedical.org !
New Horizons Medical offers outpatient services for psychotherapy, psychiatry, and substance use diagnoses for people over 18 years old. We create an inviting and accommodating atmosphere for our patients and staff. Over the years we have helped countless patients to overcome addiction, psychological traumas, and other mental health disorders. Learn more at www.newhorizonsmedical.org !
At Evoke Wellness, our mission is to empower individuals on their journey to recover from addiction and mental health challenges. We provide compassionate, evidence-based care that fosters personal growth, resilience, and lasting positive change. Through comprehensive treatment and unwavering support, we aim to help individuals rediscover their inherent worth and lead fulfilling lives.
At Evoke Wellness, our mission is to empower individuals on their journey to recover from addiction and mental health challenges. We provide compassionate, evidence-based care that fosters personal growth, resilience, and lasting positive change. Through comprehensive treatment and unwavering support, we aim to help individuals rediscover their inherent worth and lead fulfilling lives.
LightWork Therapy and Recovery
Treatment Center, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woburn, MA 01801
LightWork Therapy & Recovery is a place for hope, healing, and recovery for women. Our mission is to help our clients gain confidence and independence in learning and utilizing healthy and effective coping strategies in their day to day lives. We strive to make LightWork a safe and supportive space, combining compassion and understanding with our highly-trained clinicians’ expertise in cutting edge mental health treatments and therapies to bring our clients the very best services the field has to offer. Through individual sessions, group therapy modalities, and holistic approaches to wellness, we aim to provide women the help, hope, and healing they deserve, whether they may be struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, or beyond. We are passionate about helping clients discover their inner strength, and assisting women in creating tangible strategies to manage stress, anxiety, and triggers in life’s more difficult moments. We help women learn the tools to step into their power and become the best version of themselves possible.
LightWork Therapy & Recovery is a place for hope, healing, and recovery for women. Our mission is to help our clients gain confidence and independence in learning and utilizing healthy and effective coping strategies in their day to day lives. We strive to make LightWork a safe and supportive space, combining compassion and understanding with our highly-trained clinicians’ expertise in cutting edge mental health treatments and therapies to bring our clients the very best services the field has to offer. Through individual sessions, group therapy modalities, and holistic approaches to wellness, we aim to provide women the help, hope, and healing they deserve, whether they may be struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, or beyond. We are passionate about helping clients discover their inner strength, and assisting women in creating tangible strategies to manage stress, anxiety, and triggers in life’s more difficult moments. We help women learn the tools to step into their power and become the best version of themselves possible.
For 40 years, Sameem has treated Substance Use Disorder, trauma, anxiety, stress, depression, and other disorders in adolescents and adults at our offices in Newton, Massachusetts. Our outpatient services include Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy, Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT), and alcohol or drug testing. We help people move from crisis to enduring health.
For 40 years, Sameem has treated Substance Use Disorder, trauma, anxiety, stress, depression, and other disorders in adolescents and adults at our offices in Newton, Massachusetts. Our outpatient services include Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy, Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT), and alcohol or drug testing. We help people move from crisis to enduring health.
Elevation Behavioral Health Mental Health Retreats
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Medford, MA 02153
Elevation Behavioral Health offers a high-end recovery environment combined with individualized treatment tracks tailored to the unique needs of each client. Residents engage in a combination of traditional therapy and holistic practices for treatment that incorporates physical, mental and spiritual recovery. Staff endeavors to provide each individual with the skills and know-how to care for themselves once they complete treatment and continue their lives with a renewed perspective. Elevation Behavioral Health aims to elevate the standard for residential treatment and the client towards their highest self without the use of substances by encouraging each individual to discard their former destructive patterns and habits.
Elevation Behavioral Health offers a high-end recovery environment combined with individualized treatment tracks tailored to the unique needs of each client. Residents engage in a combination of traditional therapy and holistic practices for treatment that incorporates physical, mental and spiritual recovery. Staff endeavors to provide each individual with the skills and know-how to care for themselves once they complete treatment and continue their lives with a renewed perspective. Elevation Behavioral Health aims to elevate the standard for residential treatment and the client towards their highest self without the use of substances by encouraging each individual to discard their former destructive patterns and habits.
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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.