Developing a life worth living means you're not just surviving; rather, you have good reasons for living. 
-Kiera Van Gelder

DBT is a skills-based therapy that is generally offered in a group setting.  For those that prefer to not engage in group therapy or do not require this intensive outpatient level of care, but would still benefit from DBT skills, I provide 1:1 individual DBT skills coaching.  This therapy includes skills teaching, diary card, homework assignments and can meet 1-3 times per week. I can also be available to those looking to reduce their level of care from group to individual DBT.  

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DBT has four different modules that assist those struggling with BPD.  The modules are as follows:

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• Mindfulness

  • Mindfulness skills help us recognize intense emotions, judgments, urges, and bodily sensations that arise.  This recognition allows us to become more effectively responsive rather than emotionally reactive.  ​

• Distress Tolerance

  • Distress tolerance skills assist in not making a challenging situation worse.  This also helps us reduce our emotional intensity in the moment.

• Emotion Regulation

  • Emotion regulation skills allow us to build consistency, routine, and expectation into our lives.  These skills assist us in reduce our overall emotional vulnerability.​

• Interpersonal Effectiveness

  • IE skills assist us in address conflict, maintaining relationships, and identifying our own identity and values. ​

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If these skills sound helpful to you, contact me today for a free consultation.