Dialectical Behaviour Therapy
How Can DBT Therapy Help Me?
Are you ready to take charge of your emotional well-being? Are you looking for effective tools to navigate life's challenges?Have you ever wondered how DBT therapy can empower you to manage your emotions, overcome hurdles, and transform your life? Whether you're a newcomer to therapy or searching for a profound method to address your unique needs, DBT can become your compass on the path to healing and personal growth.
What is DBT
DBT is an evidence-based psychotherapy approach designed to help individuals understand, accept, and manage their strong and overwhelming emotions effectively. It equips you with skills to make positive changes in your life, strike a balance between self-acceptance and personal growth, and achieve your therapy goals.
How Effective is DBT?
DBT therapy was developed by Dr. Marsha Linehan in the late 1970s. Dr. Linehan adapted Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to create an effective treatment for individuals with complex histories of chronic suicide attempts and self-harming behaviors. Over time, DBT has gained widespread recognition as an evidence-based therapy for various mental health challenges.
Research and studies have consistently shown the effectiveness of DBT in treating conditions such as PTSD, self-harm, suicidal behavior, substance use problems, eating disorders, anxiety, and depression. For example, DBT has been proven to reduce symptoms of complex PTSD, with some studies suggesting superior outcomes compared to CBT.
DBT Therapy Can Support The Development of New Neural Pathways
DBT therapy is suitable for both adults and adolescents, making it a dynamic approach to address a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges. Our therapists use DBT to help individuals facing specific challenges, including:
Mood Disorders: Such as anxiety and depression, to improve mental wellbeing.
PTSD: for instance if you struggle with childhood adverse experiences, or encountered difficult experiences as a first responder, or a traumatic life event.
Self-Harming Behaviors: To reduce self-harm urges.
Suicidal Thoughts: To promote safety and recovery.
Substance Use Problems: To address addiction and substance misuse.
Eating Disorders: To develop a healthier relationship with food and reduce anxiety.
Impulse Control Challenges: To manage impulsive behaviors.
The DBT treatment process involves weekly 50-minute individual therapy sessions. As therapy progresses, your self-awareness and new skills can lead to meaningful change. Your therapist will work with you to:
Reduce suicidal and self-harming behaviors.
Overcome barriers to progress, such as mental health conditions or relationship issues.
Learn new skills to replace ineffective behaviors.
Collaborate with you to track emotions and behaviors, identifying patterns for targeted therapy.
What Other Modalities Are Integrated With DBT Therapy?
While DBT is a core approach, our therapists may incorporate other therapy modalities, such as Brief Solution Focused Therapy (BSFT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) Gestalt Therapy, therapeutic art, exposure therapy (ERP), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), based on your specific needs and goals.
There Is Hope!
Clients can find hope in the effectiveness of DBT therapy, as demonstrated by research and real-world results. DBT has consistently shown its ability to reduce symptoms and improve the quality of life for individuals facing complex mental health challenges.
Our experienced therapists have been using DBT therapy for over a decade to help clients achieve positive change.
We are happy to communicate with your physician, psychiatrist, or alternative healthcare provider, with your consent, to ensure comprehensive care.
Reach Out For The Support Of A DBT Therapist
If you're struggling with overwhelming emotions, self-harming behaviors, or the challenges of various mental health conditions, you don't have to navigate this path alone. At Healing Voices Psychotherapy, our DBT therapists are committed to guiding you toward a more balanced, fulfilling life.
Reclaim control over your emotions, reduce self-destructive behaviors, and develop essential life skills with our evidence-based DBT therapy. Reach out to us at 705-715-9107 for a complimentary 15-minute phone or virtual consultation, or simply click "Book Now" to schedule your first online DBT therapy session.
Your journey to understanding, acceptance, and growth starts here. Embrace the change, find your balance, and reclaim your life with Healing Voices Psychotherapy's DBT therapy.
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