Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is a therapy approach that teaches skills to individuals who struggle with experiencing intense and painful emotions. DBT was originally created for chronically suicidal individuals and Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) or were developing BPD. Since then, DBT has been applied to various types of clients, not just people with Borderline Personality.
DBT can be used by a mental health professional to treat a range of mental health concerns, impulsive behaviors, and unstable relationships.
DBT involves a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Zen practice and Behaviorism.
DBT has four distinct areas of focus: emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, distress tolerance and mindfulness.
DBT includes a skills group, individual psychotherapy and coaching calls. It is used to treat children, adolescents, early adulthood, adults and relationships.