Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Find Balance and Emotional Strength with Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Are intense emotions disrupting your relationships, your daily life, or your sense of self? At Doria Therapeutic Group, we understand how overwhelming it can feel when emotions seem out of control. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers a compassionate, skills-based approach to help you build emotional stability, develop healthier relationships, and live more intentionally.

Healing begins with self-acceptance and the right support. DBT helps you find both.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy

Recognizing When DBT May Be Right for You

DBT is especially helpful if you experience:

Intense mood swings or emotional outbursts

Difficulty managing anger or impulsive behavior

Fear of abandonment or unstable relationships

Chronic feelings of emptiness

Self-harming behaviors or suicidal thoughts

Struggles with self-image or identity

Difficulty tolerating distress or regulating emotions

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How Dialectical Behavior Therapy Works

Dialectical Behavior Therapy combines acceptance and change. It helps you accept who you are today while working toward meaningful growth. Our DBT therapists guide you through learning four core skills:

  • Mindfulness: Stay present and observe your emotions without judgment.

  • Distress Tolerance: Cope with pain and stress in healthy, constructive ways.

  • Emotion Regulation: Understand and manage intense feelings rather than being overwhelmed by them.

  • Interpersonal Effectiveness: Communicate clearly and assertively while maintaining self-respect and relationships.

With DBT, you’ll gain the confidence and clarity to face life’s challenges with more emotional balance and control.

Who Can Benefit from DBT?

While DBT was originally developed for individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), it’s now used to support a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns, including:

 

Depression and Anxiety

Learn to challenge unhelpful thought patterns and build emotional resilience through structured skill-building.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

DBT helps trauma survivors manage emotional reactivity, self-soothing, and improve overall functioning.

Self-Harm and Suicidal Ideation

With an emphasis on safety and self-acceptance, DBT equips individuals with healthier ways to manage pain and emotional distress.

Eating Disorders

For those struggling with disordered eating, DBT helps regulate emotion and develop mindful coping mechanisms.

Integrating DBT with Holistic Care

DBT is powerful on its own and also works beautifully with other evidence-based modalities we offer:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

For shifting negative thought patterns

Somatic Therapy

To process emotions stored in the body

EMDR

For addressing trauma-related symptoms

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)

For deeper awareness and inner calm

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Why Choose Doria Therapeutic Group for DBT?

Trauma-Informed, Compassionate Care
Our licensed therapists specialize in DBT and understand the emotional complexities that clients face. We guide you with patience, skill, and care every step of the way.

Personalized Treatment Plans
No two clients are the same. We create a DBT plan that reflects your goals, challenges, and life circumstances—so your healing journey is truly your own.

Online and In-Person Sessions
Whether you prefer the safety of home or the comfort of an in-office session, we offer flexible options to meet you where you are.

Whole-Person Healing
We believe healing includes mind, body, and relationships. DBT at Doria Therapeutic Group supports not just symptom relief, but deeper personal transformation.

Frequently Asked Questions

No. While DBT is highly effective for BPD, it’s also beneficial for anxiety, trauma, depression, emotional dysregulation, and more.

 

CBT focuses on changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. DBT includes those tools but adds emotional regulation, mindfulness, and acceptance-based strategies.

 

Yes. We offer secure virtual sessions, allowing you to learn and apply DBT skills from the comfort and safety of your home.

 

That’s okay. DBT was designed for people who feel deeply and struggle with intense emotions. We meet you with compassion and help you develop tools for stability and hope.