Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) is a form of therapy used to help regulate emotions. It can be used with an array of different conditions. Such as addiction, borderline personality disorder, mood disorders, anxiety, and other conditions that are impacted by emotional dysregulation. With the main purpose being, helping individuals find healthier ways to cope.
This is done by using mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT is able to help with managing life’s challenges while avoiding turning to substances or destructive behaviours.
Through individual therapy sessions, skills training groups, and real-time coaching. Individuals are able to practice these skills in supportive settings such as a group environment as well as apply them in real-life situations with the guidance of a therapist.
DBT helps to validate the difficulty of recovery while empowering you to make meaningful changes in your life.