Dialectical Behavior Therapy.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence based treatment for people who experience intense emotions, relationship difficulties, impulsive behaviors, or emotional sensitivity that feels hard to manage. It is especially helpful for individuals who feel stuck in cycles of emotional overwhelm or crisis.

DBT uses four connected parts to support change: individual therapy to work on personal goals and challenges, DBT skills class to learn and practice new skills, 24/7 phone coaching to support skill use in real time when emotions are high, and therapist consultation team to ensure high quality and effective care. Together, these parts help people learn to regulate emotions, tolerate distress, communicate more effectively, and make choices that support a more stable and meaningful life. Clients typically participate in the program for 6-18 months.

At its core, DBT is about helping you build a life that feels more meaningful and aligned with what matters to you.

What is DBT?

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“A life worth living is built one small, skillful step at a time.”

FAQ’s

  • The first step in applying to our program is to fill out this google form. The wider your availability, the faster we will be able to connect you with a therapist. We are so excited to talk with you! https://forms.gle/pHWzUpAvZHGWKdR78

    If you are not sure if you would like to apply to our program and would like to speak with a member of our staff, please click the “Connect With Us” button at the top right of our website.

  • DBT can treat a wide range of conditions including…

    • Borderline Personality Disorder

    • Bipolar Disorder

    • Self-Harm

    • Suicidality

    • Post-traumatic Stress Disorder

    • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

    • Depression

    • Anxiety

  • Comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy includes four coordinated parts, called the four modes of treatment.

    1. Individual therapy
    Individual therapy focuses on helping you apply DBT skills to your real life. Sessions are used to understand patterns that are keeping you stuck, reduce behaviors that are getting in the way of your goals, and increase effective behaviors that build a life worth living.

    2. Skills training group
    Skills group is where you learn practical skills to manage emotions, navigate relationships, and stay present. It is structured like a class.

    3. Phone coaching
    Phone coaching provides brief, in-the-moment support to help you use DBT skills when you need them most. If you are struggling in real time, you can reach out to your therapist for help choosing and applying a skill so you can cope effectively.

    4. Therapist consultation team
    The consultation team is a support system for your treatment providers. DBT therapists meet regularly as a team to ensure they are providing effective treatment.

  • Currently we are only providing Adult DBT Therapy for Individuals that are 18 years and older.

  • Our program only offers comprehensive DBT (adherent Dialectical Behavior Therapy as done in the original research studies). To participate in the program, patients must be willing to attend individual therapy weekly and skills group weekly.

  • Our program requires that all patients pause therapy with outside treatment providers while they are in treatment with us.

Ready To Take The First Step?

Apply To The DBT Program!