Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Treatment Centers in Stoneham, MA
Counseling Services of Greater Boston, LLC
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stoneham, MA 02180
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
Here at Massachusetts Center for Adolescent Wellness (MCAW), we understand the struggles that adolescents and their families face when it comes to mental health. That’s why we are dedicated to providing compassionate and effective treatment options for our patients. We specialize in treating a range of conditions, including anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, and more. Our team of experienced professionals use evidence-based treatments to help adolescents navigate their mental health journeys and reclaim their lives. We provide two levels of service that include Partial Hospitalization Day Program 5 days a week and Intensive Outpatient Afterschool Programming 4 days a week.
Here at Massachusetts Center for Adolescent Wellness (MCAW), we understand the struggles that adolescents and their families face when it comes to mental health. That’s why we are dedicated to providing compassionate and effective treatment options for our patients. We specialize in treating a range of conditions, including anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, and more. Our team of experienced professionals use evidence-based treatments to help adolescents navigate their mental health journeys and reclaim their lives. We provide two levels of service that include Partial Hospitalization Day Program 5 days a week and Intensive Outpatient Afterschool Programming 4 days a week.
Drug & Alcohol Rehab at Brook Recovery Center
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Stoneham, MA 02180
Brook Recovery Center works to offer the highest quality treatment. We believe in looking deep within and treating the underlying causes of our clients substance use. We look at each clients case on a personalized level. Our program is centered around clinical treatment delivered by our masters level clinicians but is not limited to it. We offer a full continuum of care and a wholistic approach including nutritional counseling, employment counseling, yoga, mindfulness therapy, 12 step immersion and more. Conveniently located outside of Boston, MA.
Brook Recovery Center works to offer the highest quality treatment. We believe in looking deep within and treating the underlying causes of our clients substance use. We look at each clients case on a personalized level. Our program is centered around clinical treatment delivered by our masters level clinicians but is not limited to it. We offer a full continuum of care and a wholistic approach including nutritional counseling, employment counseling, yoga, mindfulness therapy, 12 step immersion and more. Conveniently located outside of Boston, MA.
Serenity at Summit New England is a highly regarded medical detoxification and residential treatment center located in Haverhill, just 45 minutes from Boston. We provide personalized, solution-focused, and holistic substance use disorder and mental health treatment. Because everyone's journey to healing and recovery is unique, our experienced clinical and professional team creates custom-tailored treatment plans that follow your path and meet your specific needs. We offer a full spectrum of holistic and clinical care including medically monitored detox, substance use residential treatment, a Day Treatment Program, Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), treatment for co-occurring disorders, and Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT). We also provide aftercare and an alumni program to help you maintain your progress and remain connected to a healthy recovery community. Our highly credentialed team is here to support you throughout your healing and recovery journey - every step of the way.
Serenity at Summit New England is a highly regarded medical detoxification and residential treatment center located in Haverhill, just 45 minutes from Boston. We provide personalized, solution-focused, and holistic substance use disorder and mental health treatment. Because everyone's journey to healing and recovery is unique, our experienced clinical and professional team creates custom-tailored treatment plans that follow your path and meet your specific needs. We offer a full spectrum of holistic and clinical care including medically monitored detox, substance use residential treatment, a Day Treatment Program, Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), treatment for co-occurring disorders, and Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT). We also provide aftercare and an alumni program to help you maintain your progress and remain connected to a healthy recovery community. Our highly credentialed team is here to support you throughout your healing and recovery journey - every step of the way.
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Brighton-Allston Mental Health Association
Treatment Center, LICSW, LMHC, MA
Not Verified Not Verified
Brighton, MA 02135
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.
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.
Cambridge Psychology Group is a multispecialty center providing evidence-based treatment for a diverse range of mental health and life challenges. Most of our clinical team have trained at or have current appointments at McLean Hospital or Harvard Medical School. We are experts in anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, substance use, ADHD, personality, mood disorders, and many other conditions. Our work is flexibly grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), executive functioning coaching, and many more techniques that lead to positive changes in our clients’ lives. These approaches are backed by decades of research demonstrating their effectiveness. Our therapists are passionate about helping clients and tailoring treatment to each person's unique needs. Cambridge Psychology Group strives to create an environment where all clients feel safe, affirmed, and empowered.
Cambridge Psychology Group is a multispecialty center providing evidence-based treatment for a diverse range of mental health and life challenges. Most of our clinical team have trained at or have current appointments at McLean Hospital or Harvard Medical School. We are experts in anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, substance use, ADHD, personality, mood disorders, and many other conditions. Our work is flexibly grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), executive functioning coaching, and many more techniques that lead to positive changes in our clients’ lives. These approaches are backed by decades of research demonstrating their effectiveness. Our therapists are passionate about helping clients and tailoring treatment to each person's unique needs. Cambridge Psychology Group strives to create an environment where all clients feel safe, affirmed, and empowered.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
We treat all forms of emotion dysregulation, including: borderline personality disorder, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. We also treat a range of related emotional difficulties including suicidality, self-injury, impulsivity, relationship difficulties, problematic substance use, disordered eating, and unstable sense of self. Our clients are highly sensitive individuals (as are our staff!) who are interested in building skills to manage their sensitive emotions.
We treat all forms of emotion dysregulation, including: borderline personality disorder, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. We also treat a range of related emotional difficulties including suicidality, self-injury, impulsivity, relationship difficulties, problematic substance use, disordered eating, and unstable sense of self. Our clients are highly sensitive individuals (as are our staff!) who are interested in building skills to manage their sensitive emotions.
Do you want to transform your life? Do you find that you just can’t let go of your thoughts, feelings, or behaviors? Wouldn’t you like to just put it all behind you and move on to living a happier and fuller life? We work with adults, children, and adolescents who are struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, grief and loss, PTSD, trauma, behavioral challenges, stress, and much more. We have the clinical expertise to help you heal from trauma. Trauma can be caused by bullying, all forms of discrimination, relationship issues, betrayal, divorce, death, illness, childhood abuse, domestic violence, sexual assault, military combat, violent crime, motor vehicle accident, LGBTQ struggles, and so much more. We can help you figure out what would be the best path towards healing.
Do you want to transform your life? Do you find that you just can’t let go of your thoughts, feelings, or behaviors? Wouldn’t you like to just put it all behind you and move on to living a happier and fuller life? We work with adults, children, and adolescents who are struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, grief and loss, PTSD, trauma, behavioral challenges, stress, and much more. We have the clinical expertise to help you heal from trauma. Trauma can be caused by bullying, all forms of discrimination, relationship issues, betrayal, divorce, death, illness, childhood abuse, domestic violence, sexual assault, military combat, violent crime, motor vehicle accident, LGBTQ struggles, and so much more. We can help you figure out what would be the best path towards healing.
Psyclarity Health Addiction Treatment Centers
Treatment Center, MS, LCADC
Not Verified Not Verified
Saugus, MA 01906
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.
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.
Psyclarity Health - Massachusetts
Treatment Center, MD, PhD, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Saugus, MA 01906
Our premier 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.
Our premier 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.
PSYCHē is a private network of expert therapists specializing in hand-selecting top psychologists and counselors across multiple states. Our mission is to match you with YOUR perfect therapist, whether you're seeking individual, couples, family, or another specialty. Let us handle the personalized matchmaking that sets us apart from traditional directories. Schedule a consultation today.
PSYCHē is a private network of expert therapists specializing in hand-selecting top psychologists and counselors across multiple states. Our mission is to match you with YOUR perfect therapist, whether you're seeking individual, couples, family, or another specialty. Let us handle the personalized matchmaking that sets us apart from traditional directories. Schedule a consultation today.
The Triangle Program at Arbour-HRI Hospital offers both Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP). Services include short-term intensive group therapy geared towards the unique mental health needs of the adult LGBTQIAA+ population. Common issues addressed include, but are not limited to, mood instability, stress, anxiety, depression, disorganized thinking, trauma, co-occurring addictions, and gender dysphoria. Participants attend group therapy sessions, meet with a clinician for individual counseling and case management needs, and a psychiatric prescriber for medication management. For all of the PHPs at Arbour-HRI Hospital, breakfast and lunch are provided as a part of the program. As well, participants can be supported in securing transportation within a ten-mile radius to and from the program. Requests for transportation services must be made after the initial intake.
The Triangle Program at Arbour-HRI Hospital offers both Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP). Services include short-term intensive group therapy geared towards the unique mental health needs of the adult LGBTQIAA+ population. Common issues addressed include, but are not limited to, mood instability, stress, anxiety, depression, disorganized thinking, trauma, co-occurring addictions, and gender dysphoria. Participants attend group therapy sessions, meet with a clinician for individual counseling and case management needs, and a psychiatric prescriber for medication management. For all of the PHPs at Arbour-HRI Hospital, breakfast and lunch are provided as a part of the program. As well, participants can be supported in securing transportation within a ten-mile radius to and from the program. Requests for transportation services must be made after the initial intake.
Serenity Mountain Recovery Center is the ideal environment for women from all walks of life who are seeking recovery from substance use disorders in an atmosphere of love, safety, and empowerment. We offer this to you, alongside other women on the same journey, all learning and changing together. We believe that you can recover from your addiction and get your life back. It's time for you to believe it - come to Serenity Mountain and let us love you to life.
Serenity Mountain Recovery Center is the ideal environment for women from all walks of life who are seeking recovery from substance use disorders in an atmosphere of love, safety, and empowerment. We offer this to you, alongside other women on the same journey, all learning and changing together. We believe that you can recover from your addiction and get your life back. It's time for you to believe it - come to Serenity Mountain and let us love you to life.
We are a group of therapists who can hold the complexity of your story and address its many challenges all in one place. We specialize in complexity, and we delight in helping our clients feel grounded, safe, understood, and deeply known. Our clients often report relief that they found us, and we take that privilege seriously, with good humor and great patience.
We are a group of therapists who can hold the complexity of your story and address its many challenges all in one place. We specialize in complexity, and we delight in helping our clients feel grounded, safe, understood, and deeply known. Our clients often report relief that they found us, and we take that privilege seriously, with good humor and great patience.
Avenues Recovery Center at New England
Treatment Center, MA, LCMHC, MLADC, R-DMT
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02101
Avenues Recovery Center at New England is a residential-style outpatient drug and alcohol rehab program offering partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient treatment services. Our New England location is affiliated exclusively with Sober Living New Hampshire – a collection of three boutique sober living homes – enabling clients to engage in treatment while residing in a beautiful, relaxed, domestic setting with round-the-clock supervision and care. Avenues Recovery of New England offers a warm, accepting and growth-oriented environment which motivates each client to shed their layers and open their souls to hope and healing. Our staff consists of nurse practitioners, primary therapists, clinicians, addictions counselors and behavioral health technicians – all of whom are skilled, passionate, and indescribably invested in the success of each client. Many of our team members are in recovery themselves, and can therefore relate deeply to our clients and their needs. Avenues’ mission is to enable individuals with addictions to redefine their lives as they journey through recovery with a dedicated team, individualized tools, and a supportive community.
Avenues Recovery Center at New England is a residential-style outpatient drug and alcohol rehab program offering partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient treatment services. Our New England location is affiliated exclusively with Sober Living New Hampshire – a collection of three boutique sober living homes – enabling clients to engage in treatment while residing in a beautiful, relaxed, domestic setting with round-the-clock supervision and care. Avenues Recovery of New England offers a warm, accepting and growth-oriented environment which motivates each client to shed their layers and open their souls to hope and healing. Our staff consists of nurse practitioners, primary therapists, clinicians, addictions counselors and behavioral health technicians – all of whom are skilled, passionate, and indescribably invested in the success of each client. Many of our team members are in recovery themselves, and can therefore relate deeply to our clients and their needs. Avenues’ mission is to enable individuals with addictions to redefine their lives as they journey through recovery with a dedicated team, individualized tools, and a supportive community.
Dana Behavioral Health provides a multidisciplinary approach to behavioral health care. We are located in Hanover, Norwell, and Needham, MA, and also accept telehealth appointments. For over 30 years, we have treated children, adolescents, adults, and older adults providing group, couple, and individual psychotherapy; medication management; TMS Therapy, EMDR Therapy, Music Therapy, Nutrition & Wellness, and Neuropsychological Testing. We strive to schedule clients as quickly as possible, and can typically schedule Medication Management appointments in about a week. You do not need to be a therapy client of ours to access our Medication Management services. No matter what you are going through, we are here to help.
Dana Behavioral Health provides a multidisciplinary approach to behavioral health care. We are located in Hanover, Norwell, and Needham, MA, and also accept telehealth appointments. For over 30 years, we have treated children, adolescents, adults, and older adults providing group, couple, and individual psychotherapy; medication management; TMS Therapy, EMDR Therapy, Music Therapy, Nutrition & Wellness, and Neuropsychological Testing. We strive to schedule clients as quickly as possible, and can typically schedule Medication Management appointments in about a week. You do not need to be a therapy client of ours to access our Medication Management services. No matter what you are going through, we are here to help.
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Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Treatment Centers
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.