Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) that focuses on finding balance between accepting your current reality and learning strategies to make positive changes. It is particularly effective for individuals struggling with emotional dysregulation and offers structured tools to help manage emotions, thoughts, and behaviors.

DBT focuses on building skills in four key areas:​

1. Emotion Regulation: Learning to manage intense emotions and prevent them from becoming overwhelming.​

2. Distress Tolerance: Developing healthy ways to cope with stress and crises without resorting to harmful behaviors.​

3. Interpersonal Effectiveness: Improving communication skills and building stronger, healthier relationships.​

4. Mindfulness: Cultivating awareness of the present moment to reduce emotional reactivity and increase focus.​

Who Can Benefit from DBT?

DBT is highly effective for individuals facing emotional and behavioral challenges, particularly those who feel stuck in patterns of self-destructive behaviors, intense emotional pain, or chaotic relationships. It is commonly used to treat:​

• Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)​

• Anxiety and depression​

• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)​

• Bipolar disorder​

• Eating disorders such as bulimia or binge eating​

• Addiction and substance use disorders​

• Self-harm or suicidal thoughts​

If you often feel overwhelmed by your emotions or struggle to maintain stable relationships, DBT may provide the tools and support you need to create positive change.