What Is Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)?
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is a form of therapy designed to help individuals manage intense emotions, improve relationships, and cope with stressful situations. As a practitioner, I often work with clients experiencing mood swings, self-harm behaviors, or challenges in emotional regulation. DBT combines practical skills with mindfulness to create meaningful change in everyday life.
Signs You Might Benefit from DBT
Consider DBT if you notice:
- Intense, rapidly shifting emotions
- Difficulty maintaining relationships
- Self-harm behaviors or thoughts of self-harm
- Chronic feelings of emptiness or frustration
- Impulsivity or difficulty managing stress
How This Therapy Can Help You
Life can feel overwhelming when emotions are intense or unpredictable. DBT equips you with tools to navigate these challenges safely and constructively. Seeking treatment allows you to regain balance, improve your decision-making, and foster healthier connections with yourself and others.
Benefits of DBT
- Learn mindfulness to stay present and grounded
- Improve emotional regulation and coping skills
- Build stronger, healthier relationships
- Reduce self-harm and impulsive behaviors
- Gain a sense of inner calm and control
A Motivational Note
“You are not your emotions; you can learn to guide them.”
With DBT, you can transform emotional intensity into strength and resilience, finding stability in a world full of challenges.
References:
Nakao, M., Shirotsuki, K., & Sugaya, N. (2021). Cognitive-behavioral therapy for management of mental health and stress-related disorders: Recent advances in techniques and technologies. BioPsychoSocial Medicine, 15(1), 16. https://doi.org/10.1186/s13030-021-00219-w
Yarwood, B., Angelakis, I., & Taylor, R. (2025). Importance of CBT components in the treatment of depression: A comparative Delphi study of therapists and experts by experience. The Cognitive Behavior Therapist, 18, e20. https://doi.org/10.1017/S1754470X25000091
The American Psychiatric Association. (2013). Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (5th ed.). American Psychiatric Publishing.
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