Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
What does “dialectical” mean?
Being dialectical means that there can be more than one way to see something and that the these different viewpoints can coexist and be true at the same time, even if they are in opposition to each other. Learning to be dialectical can be an amazingly effective way of looking at life. It is not about right and wrong, it is learning to be effective.
What is DBT?
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a highly-effective, evidence-based therapy initially indicated to treat Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), self-injurious behaviors, and suicidal thoughts and behaviors. Today, it is used to treat many mental health conditions. In fact, anyone can benefit from DBT!
DBT Skills Training Groups
The magic of DBT happens in skills training. We offer weekly DBT skills training groups for adults, teens and families, advanced DBTers, LGBTQ+, and loved ones. Groups are made up of about 6 to 8 clients or families and 2 group leaders. The skill topics covered include mindfulness, distress tolerance, interpersonal relationships, and emotional regulation. Typically, a new group starts every 8-weeks and covers a new main topic. A mindfulness practice is provided every week and it takes 24-weeks to complete the program.
MULTIPLE GROUPS AVAILABLE
** DBT starts with your Individual provider. An Initial Evaluation and orientation before attending a group is required. Groups are open on a rolling basis. Call today to get a spot and get started! **
- Adult DBT Skills Training
- Virtual Adult DBT Skills Training
- Advanced Adult DBT Skills Training
- Multi-Family Teen DBT Skills Training (Highschool, 14-18 years old)
- Multi-Family Youth DBT Skill Training (Middle school, 11 to 14 years old)
Our DBT Program
We offer a comprehensive DBT program which includes key components based on substantial research by Dr. Marsha Linehan, see behavioraltech.org. Those components, include individual therapy, family counseling (if appropriate), skills training groups, a consultation team for the providers, phone coaching, and on-going training. Our skills trainers and DBT therapists are trained by Behavioral Tech, the gold-standard of DBT training, which was created by Dr. Linehan, the founder of DBT.
For Further Research in DBT click here.
For more information about DBT and our program, read Dr. Stacy’s Blog on DBT: More than Coping Skills