What is Dialectical Behavior Therapy?
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), is a research-based treatment approach developed by Marsha M. Linehan, Ph.D. which focuses on acceptance of where we are in the moment, accepting strengths and weaknesses, and at the same time recognizing the need to work towards change, by both new skills acquisition and using cognitive behavioral strategies combined with mindfulness techniques.
DBT for Adolescents
Research tells us that groups can be the most effective way to reach adolescents, and can greatly enhance the effectiveness of individual therapy and promote effective treatment outcomes. DBT skills groups, as part of comprehensive treatment, helps provide young people and families the tools they need to:
DBT for Adolescents
Research tells us that groups can be the most effective way to reach adolescents, and can greatly enhance the effectiveness of individual therapy and promote effective treatment outcomes. DBT skills groups, as part of comprehensive treatment, helps provide young people and families the tools they need to:
- increase positive communication, decrease invalidation in our lives;
- manage intense emotions in positive ways that enhance self-esteem and self-acceptance;
- lessen conflict and build trust in families;
- limit impulsive decision-making and promote problem-solving strategies;
- prevent negative coping habits and encourage skillful actions;
- reduce impulsive, dangerous behaviors, increase social competence.