Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills

Whether you’re dealing with overwhelming emotions that seem to hijack your life, struggling with tricky relationships, or engaging in behaviors you would like to change, the use of Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills can offer a structured, compassionate path forward.  Helping clients learn and engage with skills from Dialectical Behavior Therapy is something that I’ve found very helpful for clients.  What makes DBT unique is its emphasis on balance – “dialectics” means moving towards the truth by acknowledging apparently opposite sides. When we get stuck in an all-or-nothing- thinking pattern, dialectics can help resolve the conflict and increase self compassion.

In our work together using DBT, you’ll learn practical skills across four key areas: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.  I’ve watched clients grow their confidence as they build a toolkit of strategies that actually work in real-life situations.  DBT is a great tool that honors both your pain and your potential for growth in your healing journey.