DBT Therapy
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Looking to gain better control over overwhelming feelings? DBT therapy can help build lasting emotional resilience
Are you feeling trapped in the same patterns?
You might feel like your emotions are all over the place - sometimes overwhelming and intense, and other times completely numb, as if they’ve shut off entirely.
To cope with emotional pain, you may turn to impulsive behaviors such as binge eating, over spending, self-harm, or substance use.
Does this sound familiar?
Overwhelmed by emotions like anger, sadness, or anxiety, you struggle to manage or control them.
You avoid emotions through distraction or unhealthy coping methods
Stuck in unhelpful patterns or relationships, you feel unsure how to break free and make lasting change
Self-worth feels fragile, leaving you with feelings of inadequacy and self-criticism.
You’re ready for more than just talking about your problems - you want real change.
DBT Therapy can help
If you’re dealing with overwhelming emotions, relationship challenges, or feeling stuck in unhealthy patterns, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) can provide the tools and support to help you regain control and find balance. DBT is designed to help you navigate intense emotions, manage stress, and create meaningful, lasting change in your life.
DBT can help you:
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DBT provides practical strategies to manage overwhelming emotions. You’ll learn how to pause, recognize what you’re feeling, and respond in a more balanced way.
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I’ll help you build effective communication skills, set healthy boundaries, and approach conflicts with confidence. You’ll learn how to balance your needs with those of others, strengthening your connections while staying true to yourself
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Impulsive behaviors like binge eating, overspending, or self-harm are often attempts to escape emotional pain. With DBT, you’ll learn healthier coping strategies, giving you the tools to make more empowering you to make mindful choices and. break free from impulsive habits
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Constant self-doubt is exhausting. Together, we’ll examine your thoughts, challenge negative self-beliefs, and nurture a stronger sense of self-worth. DBT promotes self-compassion, helping you replace harsh self-criticism with kindness and acceptance.
Build a life worth living
DBT FAQs
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a cognitive-behavioral approach designed to help people manage intense emotions, strengthen relationships, and build healthier coping strategies. Originally developed to treat Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), DBT is now widely used to address anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harm, and emotional regulation challenges.
DBT combines four key components to help you manage emotions and improve your quality of life:
Mindfulness: Learn to stay present in the moment, helping you become more aware of your thoughts and feelings without judgment.
Distress Tolerance: Develop coping skills for handling crises and emotional pain in a healthier way, instead of resorting to impulsive behaviors.
Emotional Regulation: Understand your emotions and learn to manage them, so you don’t feel controlled by your feelings.
Interpersonal Effectiveness: Build skills to improve your relationships, set healthy boundaries, and communicate more effectively.
In DBT, we work together through individual therapy, skills training, phone coaching, and, sometimes, group therapy to practice these skills in real-life situations.
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DBT is helpful for anyone struggling with emotional dysregulation, including intense mood swings, impulsivity, self-destructive behaviors, or chronic feelings of emptiness. It’s often used for people experiencing:
Anxiety and depression
Trauma and PTSD
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
Eating disorders
Substance use issues
Relationship challenges
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Group therapy is often a core part of DBT, as it allows you to practice and learn skills in a supportive environment. However, individual therapy alone can also be highly effective for learning DBT techniques. In individual sessions, we’ll work through the skills most relevant to your needs, and I’ll guide you in applying them to your specific challenges. We can discuss whether individual, group, or a combination of both is the best fit for you.
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DBT is usually structured in phases, with skills training typically taking place over 6 months to a year. The length of treatment depends on your unique needs, goals, and progress. Some people benefit from ongoing therapy, while others find that after mastering the core skills, they can continue practicing on their own. During our initial sessions, we’ll set goals and create a personalized plan that works for you.
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