Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Treatment Centers in Hanover County, VA
At Williamsville Wellness, we believe that the key to successful and lasting recovery is through individual attention. Where other addiction treatment centers rely primarily on group therapy sessions, we provide 15+ one-on-one sessions per week with our multidisciplinary staff. In our treatment programs for alcohol and substance abuse, Williamsville Wellness addresses the body, mind, spirit through a variety of techniques to help patients identify barriers to recovery. Within individual and group sessions, our patients are able to address behaviors, contributing factors to addiction, emotional and mental health, family issues, and the impact of addiction on body, mind, and spirit.
At Williamsville Wellness, we believe that the key to successful and lasting recovery is through individual attention. Where other addiction treatment centers rely primarily on group therapy sessions, we provide 15+ one-on-one sessions per week with our multidisciplinary staff. In our treatment programs for alcohol and substance abuse, Williamsville Wellness addresses the body, mind, spirit through a variety of techniques to help patients identify barriers to recovery. Within individual and group sessions, our patients are able to address behaviors, contributing factors to addiction, emotional and mental health, family issues, and the impact of addiction on body, mind, and spirit.
Virginia Recovery Centers serves individuals dealing with substance abuse and mental health issues. Our evidence-based programs, including PHP, IOP, and MAT, are tailored to unique needs. Our compassionate professionals guide clients through the recovery journey, offering therapy, support groups, and life skills training. We address co-occurring conditions and provide ongoing care, recognizing recovery as a holistic journey. Our holistic approach encompasses various therapies such as meditation, yoga, art, and music therapy. We create a safe, supportive environment in our state-of-the-art facilities, prioritizing comfort and peace. Dedicated to lasting recovery, we invite individuals ready for a healthier, happier life to explore our services and take the first step towards recovery.
Virginia Recovery Centers serves individuals dealing with substance abuse and mental health issues. Our evidence-based programs, including PHP, IOP, and MAT, are tailored to unique needs. Our compassionate professionals guide clients through the recovery journey, offering therapy, support groups, and life skills training. We address co-occurring conditions and provide ongoing care, recognizing recovery as a holistic journey. Our holistic approach encompasses various therapies such as meditation, yoga, art, and music therapy. We create a safe, supportive environment in our state-of-the-art facilities, prioritizing comfort and peace. Dedicated to lasting recovery, we invite individuals ready for a healthier, happier life to explore our services and take the first step towards recovery.
At Williamsville Wellness, we believe that the key to successful and lasting recovery is through individual attention. Where other addiction treatment centers rely primarily on group therapy sessions, we provide 15+ one-on-one sessions per week with our multidisciplinary staff. Within these frequent individual sessions and supplemental group sessions, our patients are able to address behaviors, contributing factors to addiction, emotional and mental health, family issues, coping mechanisms, and more to gain a comprehensive look into the root and impacts of their addiction. Addiction isn't one-size-fits-all, so the treatment shouldn't be either; with our person-centered approach, each person's treatment plan is catered to what will work best for their situation. As such, we're also especially effective at treating co-occurring disorders or addictions.
At Williamsville Wellness, we believe that the key to successful and lasting recovery is through individual attention. Where other addiction treatment centers rely primarily on group therapy sessions, we provide 15+ one-on-one sessions per week with our multidisciplinary staff. Within these frequent individual sessions and supplemental group sessions, our patients are able to address behaviors, contributing factors to addiction, emotional and mental health, family issues, coping mechanisms, and more to gain a comprehensive look into the root and impacts of their addiction. Addiction isn't one-size-fits-all, so the treatment shouldn't be either; with our person-centered approach, each person's treatment plan is catered to what will work best for their situation. As such, we're also especially effective at treating co-occurring disorders or addictions.
Archstone Counseling & Treatment
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
Archstone Counseling & Treatment is a collection of therapists who share a similar vision of being trauma-focused and committed to providing quality groups and individual sessions to help clients with trauma, addictions and complex situations. Our main program is an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) for individuals struggling with Substance Use Disorders. We offer EMDR, a specialized form of trauma therapy and neurofeedback (LENS) which we extend to our IOP clients at no extra charge to the client. Our IOP meets Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. We have an afternoon group that meets from 12 to 3 pm and an evening group that meets from 6 to 9 pm.
Archstone Counseling & Treatment is a collection of therapists who share a similar vision of being trauma-focused and committed to providing quality groups and individual sessions to help clients with trauma, addictions and complex situations. Our main program is an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) for individuals struggling with Substance Use Disorders. We offer EMDR, a specialized form of trauma therapy and neurofeedback (LENS) which we extend to our IOP clients at no extra charge to the client. Our IOP meets Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. We have an afternoon group that meets from 12 to 3 pm and an evening group that meets from 6 to 9 pm.
Sandstone Care Teen & Young Adult Treatment Center
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Mechanicsville, VA 23111
Sandstone Care provides substance use, addiction, and mental health treatment for young adults (ages 18 to 30) and adolescents (ages 13 to 18) including Residential Treatment, Day Treatment (PHP), Intensive Outpatient (IOP), and General Outpatient (OP) programming.
Sandstone Care provides substance use, addiction, and mental health treatment for young adults (ages 18 to 30) and adolescents (ages 13 to 18) including Residential Treatment, Day Treatment (PHP), Intensive Outpatient (IOP), and General Outpatient (OP) programming.
At Dominion Care, our Sequoia Substance Use Program provides passionate, innovative, and therapeutic interventions. Care is what we do. Our program is designed to help people in multiple stages of change by offering multiple group options to meet their needs, as well as individual therapy. We work with people from all backgrounds and levels of treatment. Whether motivated to be fully abstinent or still questioning, we will work with you to help you establish and reach the goals you set for yourself during this time.
At Dominion Care, our Sequoia Substance Use Program provides passionate, innovative, and therapeutic interventions. Care is what we do. Our program is designed to help people in multiple stages of change by offering multiple group options to meet their needs, as well as individual therapy. We work with people from all backgrounds and levels of treatment. Whether motivated to be fully abstinent or still questioning, we will work with you to help you establish and reach the goals you set for yourself during this time.
Addiction is a disease that requires a whole person treatment approach. At Iron Bridge Recovery Center, we believe in treating the mind, body, and spirit to allow clients to begin a fresh chapter in their lives. We are here for those who are ready to make a positive change. Iron Bridge offers detoxification and residential treatment to clients allowing them and their families the structure and support needed to begin to restore their lives. It is a place free of judgement. We don’t criticize or dwell on your past mistakes. Making the call for help is an important step forward in addressing substance use disorder. Our program is designed to introduce new habits and wellness techniques that can be used to conquer cravings, identify addiction triggers, prevent relapse, and get the most out of life.
Addiction is a disease that requires a whole person treatment approach. At Iron Bridge Recovery Center, we believe in treating the mind, body, and spirit to allow clients to begin a fresh chapter in their lives. We are here for those who are ready to make a positive change. Iron Bridge offers detoxification and residential treatment to clients allowing them and their families the structure and support needed to begin to restore their lives. It is a place free of judgement. We don’t criticize or dwell on your past mistakes. Making the call for help is an important step forward in addressing substance use disorder. Our program is designed to introduce new habits and wellness techniques that can be used to conquer cravings, identify addiction triggers, prevent relapse, and get the most out of life.
Online Treatment Centers
Insight Into Action Therapy
Treatment Center, LCSW, LSATP, MAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ashburn, VA 20147
Life is hard enough. Getting help should not be stressful. You can get all of your mental health and substance use disorders treatment in one place--and we will collaborate with each other to get you the best care. We offer psychiatric evaluations, medication management, psychological testing, MAT/MOUD and individual, couples, family, play, and group therapy. Appointments are available within 48 hours with an expert in his/her field. One of us will call you and help you figure out the best path for you and your family. Specialties include: depression, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, bi-polar disorder, drug/alcohol use, trauma, alcohol moderation, LGBTQ, life transitions, DBT, and couples counseling.
Life is hard enough. Getting help should not be stressful. You can get all of your mental health and substance use disorders treatment in one place--and we will collaborate with each other to get you the best care. We offer psychiatric evaluations, medication management, psychological testing, MAT/MOUD and individual, couples, family, play, and group therapy. Appointments are available within 48 hours with an expert in his/her field. One of us will call you and help you figure out the best path for you and your family. Specialties include: depression, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, bi-polar disorder, drug/alcohol use, trauma, alcohol moderation, LGBTQ, life transitions, DBT, and couples counseling.
CapitolHill Consortium Counseling & Consultation
Treatment Center, PhD
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22202
Our therapists mission is to provide high quality, affordable, and accessible psychotherapy, psychological assessment and testing, and consultation services to individuals across the lifespan and in the communities that we serve. Our experienced therapists in the Crystal City location provide individual therapy, couples counseling, group therapy and family therapy to a wide range of individuals. Our specialties include: trauma focused therapy, stress management counseling, helping young adults and early career professionals navigate life stressors, ADHD treatment, psychological assessments, DBT Skills training, and couples counseling. Our therapists have experience working with trauma survivors, LGBTQA population, military population and military families, first responders, and immigrant populations. Our goal is to empower individuals, through a collaborative and empathic process, to achieve their full potential, accept their internal self, and improve their quality of life Currently we are operating remotely using telehealth but have planned phase-in for on-site service as conditions improve.
Our therapists mission is to provide high quality, affordable, and accessible psychotherapy, psychological assessment and testing, and consultation services to individuals across the lifespan and in the communities that we serve. Our experienced therapists in the Crystal City location provide individual therapy, couples counseling, group therapy and family therapy to a wide range of individuals. Our specialties include: trauma focused therapy, stress management counseling, helping young adults and early career professionals navigate life stressors, ADHD treatment, psychological assessments, DBT Skills training, and couples counseling. Our therapists have experience working with trauma survivors, LGBTQA population, military population and military families, first responders, and immigrant populations. Our goal is to empower individuals, through a collaborative and empathic process, to achieve their full potential, accept their internal self, and improve their quality of life Currently we are operating remotely using telehealth but have planned phase-in for on-site service as conditions improve.
Front Royal Treatment Center, a Pinnacle Treatment Centers facility, in Front Royal, Virginia, is an outpatient opioid treatment program (OTP) providing medication-assisted treatment (MAT) with methadone and buprenorphine (Suboxone) to people struggling with opioid use disorder or addiction to opioids, heroin, synthetic opioids like fentanyl, and prescription painkillers oxycodone (OxyContin), hydrocodone (Vicodin), codeine, and morphine. Following a thorough clinical evaluation by professional addiction treatment experts, patients receive a personalized treatment plan that includes education classes on substance use disorders, psychoeducational programming, life skills training, trauma-informed care, and relapse prevention support. We aim to improve our patient’s lives and their relationships with their families through family counseling and family dynamics treatment.
Front Royal Treatment Center, a Pinnacle Treatment Centers facility, in Front Royal, Virginia, is an outpatient opioid treatment program (OTP) providing medication-assisted treatment (MAT) with methadone and buprenorphine (Suboxone) to people struggling with opioid use disorder or addiction to opioids, heroin, synthetic opioids like fentanyl, and prescription painkillers oxycodone (OxyContin), hydrocodone (Vicodin), codeine, and morphine. Following a thorough clinical evaluation by professional addiction treatment experts, patients receive a personalized treatment plan that includes education classes on substance use disorders, psychoeducational programming, life skills training, trauma-informed care, and relapse prevention support. We aim to improve our patient’s lives and their relationships with their families through family counseling and family dynamics treatment.
We work with most major insurance providers and work collaboratively with payers to optimize coverage for families. Many young adults who receive treatment from Newport Institute using insurance coverage do so through a Single Case Agreement, a special contract through which out-of-network providers can work with a family’s insurance company on an In-Network basis. Newport Institute maintains a full-time, in-house team dedicated to supporting families through the mental health insurance coverage and financing process. In order to secure sufficient insurance coverage, we will most likely need to conduct a series of clinical reviews and any requested provider-to-provider calls with the insurance company. While other facilities may charge for this service, we feel it is our responsibility to assist families with what can be a complex process. Our goal is to ensure that families receive the maximum coverage, so they can access the highest-quality treatment.
We work with most major insurance providers and work collaboratively with payers to optimize coverage for families. Many young adults who receive treatment from Newport Institute using insurance coverage do so through a Single Case Agreement, a special contract through which out-of-network providers can work with a family’s insurance company on an In-Network basis. Newport Institute maintains a full-time, in-house team dedicated to supporting families through the mental health insurance coverage and financing process. In order to secure sufficient insurance coverage, we will most likely need to conduct a series of clinical reviews and any requested provider-to-provider calls with the insurance company. While other facilities may charge for this service, we feel it is our responsibility to assist families with what can be a complex process. Our goal is to ensure that families receive the maximum coverage, so they can access the highest-quality treatment.
Newport Academy’s Virginia location offers treatment for teens between the ages of 12-17. Our integrated approach treats the trauma and attachment wounds underlying teen mental health and behavioral issues, such as anxiety, depression, and trauma/PTSD. We address these root causes through comprehensive, solution-focused treatment that involves the entire family in the healing process. To support our teens and their families in achieving long-term, sustainable healing, our clinical model takes into account every aspect of a teen’s well-being—physical, psychological, relational, and educational so they can thrive when they return home to their families, schools, and communities. Moreover, we are dedicated to ongoing research on the efficacy of our treatment. To ensure that our care is truly evidence-based, we track a variety of treatment goals and commission rigorous third-party evaluations of our programming. Data gathered on our outcomes using industry-approved measurement tools shows consistent positive results in measures of well-being, depression, and anxiety, with patients’ improvements, on average, exceeding levels of clinical significance.
Newport Academy’s Virginia location offers treatment for teens between the ages of 12-17. Our integrated approach treats the trauma and attachment wounds underlying teen mental health and behavioral issues, such as anxiety, depression, and trauma/PTSD. We address these root causes through comprehensive, solution-focused treatment that involves the entire family in the healing process. To support our teens and their families in achieving long-term, sustainable healing, our clinical model takes into account every aspect of a teen’s well-being—physical, psychological, relational, and educational so they can thrive when they return home to their families, schools, and communities. Moreover, we are dedicated to ongoing research on the efficacy of our treatment. To ensure that our care is truly evidence-based, we track a variety of treatment goals and commission rigorous third-party evaluations of our programming. Data gathered on our outcomes using industry-approved measurement tools shows consistent positive results in measures of well-being, depression, and anxiety, with patients’ improvements, on average, exceeding levels of clinical significance.
Pinnacle Treatment Services of Richmond serves individuals struggling with addiction to opioids alcohol, opiates, and other substances with compassion and grace. Our full continuum of care, including Clinically Managed Low-Intensity Residential service, Partial Hospitalization (PHP) treatment, and licensed Case Management services employ traditional and innovative evidence-based addiction treatment.
Pinnacle Treatment Services of Richmond serves individuals struggling with addiction to opioids alcohol, opiates, and other substances with compassion and grace. Our full continuum of care, including Clinically Managed Low-Intensity Residential service, Partial Hospitalization (PHP) treatment, and licensed Case Management services employ traditional and innovative evidence-based addiction treatment.
Jackson-Feild Behavioral Health Services provides evidence-based intensive therapeutic treatment services for adolescents ages 11 to 17 who have experienced trauma, mental illness and other related issues during their young lives. Our multimodal, uniquely designed trauma focused cognitive behavioral treatment and additional evidence based trauma therapies are especially effective in helping children who have mental illness, personality disorders, emotional intensity disorders and behavioral issues and are victims of physical and/or sexual abuse, neglect and have poor familial relationships. Jackson-Feild is licensed by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services and the Virginia Department of Education. We are accredited by the Council on Accreditation.
Jackson-Feild Behavioral Health Services provides evidence-based intensive therapeutic treatment services for adolescents ages 11 to 17 who have experienced trauma, mental illness and other related issues during their young lives. Our multimodal, uniquely designed trauma focused cognitive behavioral treatment and additional evidence based trauma therapies are especially effective in helping children who have mental illness, personality disorders, emotional intensity disorders and behavioral issues and are victims of physical and/or sexual abuse, neglect and have poor familial relationships. Jackson-Feild is licensed by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services and the Virginia Department of Education. We are accredited by the Council on Accreditation.
Our integrated approach treats the trauma and attachment wounds underlying teen mental health and behavioral issues, such as anxiety, depression, and trauma/PTSD. We address these root causes through comprehensive, solution-focused treatment that involves the entire family in the healing process. To support our teens and their families in achieving long-term, sustainable healing, our clinical model takes into account every aspect of a teen’s well-being—physical, psychological, relational, and educational so they can thrive when they return home to their families, schools, and communities. Moreover, we are dedicated to ongoing research on the efficacy of our treatment. To ensure that our care is truly evidence-based, we track a variety of treatment goals and commission rigorous third-party evaluations of our programming. Data gathered on our outcomes using industry-approved measurement tools shows consistent positive results in measures of well-being, depression, and anxiety, with patients’ improvements, on average, exceeding levels of clinical significance.
Our integrated approach treats the trauma and attachment wounds underlying teen mental health and behavioral issues, such as anxiety, depression, and trauma/PTSD. We address these root causes through comprehensive, solution-focused treatment that involves the entire family in the healing process. To support our teens and their families in achieving long-term, sustainable healing, our clinical model takes into account every aspect of a teen’s well-being—physical, psychological, relational, and educational so they can thrive when they return home to their families, schools, and communities. Moreover, we are dedicated to ongoing research on the efficacy of our treatment. To ensure that our care is truly evidence-based, we track a variety of treatment goals and commission rigorous third-party evaluations of our programming. Data gathered on our outcomes using industry-approved measurement tools shows consistent positive results in measures of well-being, depression, and anxiety, with patients’ improvements, on average, exceeding levels of clinical significance.
Pasadena Villa Outpatient - McLean
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
McLean, VA 22102 (Online Only)
Easily accessible to those in the DMV area, Pasadena Villa Outpatient – McLean is known for its innovative treatment, trauma-informed yoga, acupuncture, and cinema therapy. This is in addition to lunch provided daily from popular local restaurants. Pasadena Villa Outpatient – McLean expands access to the innovative treatment Pasadena Villa Outpatient is known for and specializes in treating adults, 18 years and older, who have mood disorders, personality disorders, psychotic disorders, and co-occurring disorders.
Easily accessible to those in the DMV area, Pasadena Villa Outpatient – McLean is known for its innovative treatment, trauma-informed yoga, acupuncture, and cinema therapy. This is in addition to lunch provided daily from popular local restaurants. Pasadena Villa Outpatient – McLean expands access to the innovative treatment Pasadena Villa Outpatient is known for and specializes in treating adults, 18 years and older, who have mood disorders, personality disorders, psychotic disorders, and co-occurring disorders.
River City Comprehensive Counseling Services
Treatment Center, LCSW
Verified Verified
Powhatan, VA 23139
River City Comprehensive Counseling Services (RCCCS) is integrated into a community-focused network that prioritizes individuals, families, and communities, harnessing their strengths and resilience. The goal is to promote abstinence and enhance the health, wellness, and quality of life for individuals experiencing or at risk of alcohol, drug, or psychiatric issues. ASAM Level 2.1 Intensive Outpatient Services is a treatment program for individuals with a substance use disorder (SUD) and/or co-occurring mental health disorder. RCCCS offers a Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) alongside substance use case management services and peer recovery services to assist those who are struggling with addiction and looking for the supports to assist them with their recovery journey.
River City Comprehensive Counseling Services (RCCCS) is integrated into a community-focused network that prioritizes individuals, families, and communities, harnessing their strengths and resilience. The goal is to promote abstinence and enhance the health, wellness, and quality of life for individuals experiencing or at risk of alcohol, drug, or psychiatric issues. ASAM Level 2.1 Intensive Outpatient Services is a treatment program for individuals with a substance use disorder (SUD) and/or co-occurring mental health disorder. RCCCS offers a Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) alongside substance use case management services and peer recovery services to assist those who are struggling with addiction and looking for the supports to assist them with their recovery journey.
Virginia Family Wellness
Treatment Center, LPC, CSAC, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23235
Virginia Family Wellness caters to individuals seeking to nurture their mental well-being in a nonjudgmental, safe space. Whether you're struggling with uncertainty, feeling overwhelmed by your thoughts and emotions, or simply require someone other than family or friends, we are here for you. If your goal is personal growth, healing, or discovering your life's purpose, you have come to the right place. Our team of seasoned therapists offers counseling services for individuals, couples and families, in both private and group therapy settings. We foster a supportive and compassionate environment for our clients, emphasizing individualized care. Your unique healing and growth journey is of utmost importance, and we tailor each treatment plan to provide you with the necessary space, support, and resources. No matter which level of service you need, we treat you as a unique individual, not merely a number.
Virginia Family Wellness caters to individuals seeking to nurture their mental well-being in a nonjudgmental, safe space. Whether you're struggling with uncertainty, feeling overwhelmed by your thoughts and emotions, or simply require someone other than family or friends, we are here for you. If your goal is personal growth, healing, or discovering your life's purpose, you have come to the right place. Our team of seasoned therapists offers counseling services for individuals, couples and families, in both private and group therapy settings. We foster a supportive and compassionate environment for our clients, emphasizing individualized care. Your unique healing and growth journey is of utmost importance, and we tailor each treatment plan to provide you with the necessary space, support, and resources. No matter which level of service you need, we treat you as a unique individual, not merely a number.
At Amen Clinics, we offer the highest level of psychiatric care with targeted treatment plans customized to our patient’s specific situation, using the least toxic, most effective methods. We are unique from the way traditional psychiatry is practiced because we look at the organ we treat through the use of SPECT (single-photon emission computed tomography) imaging. All of the practitioners at the nationwide Amen Clinics locations are board certified and have been personally handpicked and trained by Dr. Amen in his method.
At Amen Clinics, we offer the highest level of psychiatric care with targeted treatment plans customized to our patient’s specific situation, using the least toxic, most effective methods. We are unique from the way traditional psychiatry is practiced because we look at the organ we treat through the use of SPECT (single-photon emission computed tomography) imaging. All of the practitioners at the nationwide Amen Clinics locations are board certified and have been personally handpicked and trained by Dr. Amen in his method.
The Cognitive Behavior Therapy Center is a private practice group of Licensed Clinical Psychologists, Licensed Clinical Social Workers and Licensed Professional Counselors. We provide cutting-edge, empirically-validated CBT treatments to clients of all ages: children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. We also provide standardized psychological testing and Court-ordered Forensic and Parental Capacity Evaluations. We are participating providers with the major health Insurance plans, and we offer reduced fees for patients without insurance. Please call 757-410-0700 or visit our website for more information: www.cbtcenter.biz
The Cognitive Behavior Therapy Center is a private practice group of Licensed Clinical Psychologists, Licensed Clinical Social Workers and Licensed Professional Counselors. We provide cutting-edge, empirically-validated CBT treatments to clients of all ages: children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. We also provide standardized psychological testing and Court-ordered Forensic and Parental Capacity Evaluations. We are participating providers with the major health Insurance plans, and we offer reduced fees for patients without insurance. Please call 757-410-0700 or visit our website for more information: www.cbtcenter.biz
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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.