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    Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

    Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

    Explore Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): The Ultimate Life Skills Program

     

    What is Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)?
    Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an effective, evidence-based therapy originally developed for treating Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), self-injurious behaviors, and suicidal ideation. It has since expanded to successfully address a wide range of mental health issues, benefiting anyone seeking therapeutic support. 

    Being Dialectical:
    Central to the practice of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is embracing dialectical thinking—recognizing and integrating opposing viewpoints to enhance life management skills, moving beyond simple notions of right and wrong.

    Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Skills Training:
    Join our Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills training groups, designed for adults, teens, families, loved ones, and advanced practitioners. For adult groups, we host up to 8 individuals. In our multi-family groups, we can accommodate up to 6 families, which include teens and 1 or 2 parents. Throughout the structured 18-week program, our counselors will guide you in exploring key skills such as mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and effective interpersonal relationships

    Comprehensive Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Program:
    Our comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) program incorporates individual therapy, skills training groups, family counseling, phone coaching, and ongoing team consultation. Our skills trainers and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) therapists are trained by Behavioral Tech, the gold-standard of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) training, which was created by Dr. Linehan, the founder of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).

    Get Started with Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT):
    An initial evaluation and orientation are required before joining any of our groups. Our groups are ongoing and open on a rolling basis—contact us today to secure your spot.

    MULTIPLE GROUPS AVAILABLE

    • 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)

    For further details on how Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) can transform your approach to challenges you can visit our blog to read Dr. Stacy’s insights on the broader benefits of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): More than Coping Skills or contact us to learn more.

     

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    See what our clients are saying about us!

    The Dialectical Behavior Therapy groups are a great way to learn DBT skills. The classes are laid back, informative, fun, interactive, and at times can be difficult depending on what you’re working on. You will find many of the group members have the same struggles as you, so you don’t feel alone. Everyone is very supportive and encouraging. The therapists that guide the groups do a wonderful job of teaching the many skills you can use to cope with life’s difficulties in more productive ways. You will feel empowered with the skills you gain.

    My DBT Skills are becoming more hardwired and an active part of my everyday life. 

    For me, DBT was a game changer totally changing my life for the better.  It teaches the skills so that you can live without carrying a burden of negative emotions and holding on to regret, bitterness and painful past memories.  I feel like a heavy load has been lifted from me. But the best part is that I learned the skills to drop that heavy load for myself.  I don't have to rely on other people for my own emotional well-being. That is totally liberating and empowering.  I feel like I have much more control over my life.  Because of this I am a much happier person.  

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    Are you ready to take your next step? We look forward to meeting you! Please give us a call at 941-867-0047 if you have any questions or fill out the form below to request a call back.