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Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) is a form of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) that primarily helps people learn to regulate their emotions, develop healthy coping mechanisms, and recognize and deal with anxiety.

One of the core elements of DBT is learning mindfulness skills so that you remain present in the moment and not get overwhelmed with memories from your past or anxiety about the future. Dialectical behavioral therapy also helps you develop interpersonal skills so that you can assert your needs through healthy communication.

DBT was first developed to help people with borderline personality disorder, but DBT has been proven to be effective for mental health issues such as:

  • Eating disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Substance, Drug, or Alcohol use
  • Anxiety
  • Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)

Whether you are located in downtown Chicago, Ashburn, Austin, Belmont Craigin, or even Bucktown, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Teaches Helpful Skills

DBT is one of many types of therapy. It teaches 4 main skills:

  • Interpersonal effectiveness
  • Mindfulness
  • Distress tolerance
  • Emotion regulation

Equipped with these skills, you’ll be better able to handle negative situations and difficult emotions without resorting to unhealthy coping mechanisms. You’ll also be better able to form and maintain more fulfilling and meaningful relationships with others.

DBT May Be the Right Fit For You

If you aren’t sure what type of therapy is right for you, check out our guide: What type of therapy is right for me?

Depending on the specific issues you’re dealing with, dialectical behavioral therapy may be exactly what you need to heal and move forward with your life. Mental Health Match can help you find an experienced DBT therapist in your area. Start by browsing experts below or by using our free therapist matching tool.

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Mickey Palmasani
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My therapeutic approach integrates Person-Centered Therapy, CBT, DBT, and Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy. I have a passion for working with the neurodivergent population, and supporting the LGBTQIA+ population and promoting racial justice.


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My therapeutic approach integrates Person-Centered Therapy, CBT, DBT, and Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy. I have a passion for working with the neurodivergent population, and supporting the LGBTQIA+ population and promoting racial justice.

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I have worked as both a teacher and counselor for all student ages from kindergarten to seniors in college for nearly a decade. I work with students of all ages experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, impulse control and social skills deficits.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Abusive Relationships
  • Anxiety
  • Anxiety in Relationships
  • Aspergers
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Autism-Related Challenges
  • Autism Spectrum
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Distress Tolerance
  • Eating Disorders
  • Family Conflict
  • Family Dynamics
  • Family Trauma
  • Family Violence
  • Financial Stress
  • Grief
  • Healing From Relationships
  • High-Functioning Depression
  • Intellectual Disabilities
  • Job Stress
  • Life Changes
  • Narcissistic Abuse
  • Parenting Children With Autism
  • Relationship Distress
  • School Issues
  • School Resistance
  • Self-Esteem
  • Situational Stress
  • Stress Eating
  • Teen Depression
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David Petersmark
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David's reach is broad and his attention focused. As a parent, a leader, and a traveler he remains curious and eager to guide others to their goals. Guests often address relationships, decisions and direction on their goals and mood.


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David's reach is broad and his attention focused. As a parent, a leader, and a traveler he remains curious and eager to guide others to their goals. Guests often address relationships, decisions and direction on their goals and mood.

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As a therapist, David wants to create a non-judgmental, safe environment where guests can problem solve and discuss life stressors. He has a person-centered, solutions-focused approach, and uses DBT/CBT/Mindfulness.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Career
  • Depression
  • Families
  • LGBTQ+
  • Parenting
  • Relationship Conflict
  • Work Stress
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CHRISTINE BARNES
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Identify the issues you want to address and then dig in to get to the root of the problem. Once you understand how you got to be where you are, then that will shed light on where you should go from here.


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Identify the issues you want to address and then dig in to get to the root of the problem. Once you understand how you got to be where you are, then that will shed light on where you should go from here.

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I am a cognitive behavioral therapist, meaning that we will consider: What do you think about your situation? How do you feel about it? What are you doing about it? Then, together, we'll figure out what needs to change and how to accomplish it.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Adjustment Issues
  • Alcohol
  • Anxiety
  • Breakups
  • Career Counseling
  • Depression
  • Military Service
  • Mood Swings
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma
  • Veterans/Military Families
  • Work Stress
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Lauren Necesario Smith
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explore how your feelings of anxiety, depression, and stress impact your daily functioning. We will use different tools to help you develop new ways of understanding and reacting to life stressors.


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explore how your feelings of anxiety, depression, and stress impact your daily functioning. We will use different tools to help you develop new ways of understanding and reacting to life stressors.

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Through gentle exploration and skill building, you will be guided to a place of understanding, acceptance, and compassion for where you are in your journey and how you got here. I like to use CBT, DBT, ACT, and mindfulness-based interventions.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Adjustment Disorders
  • Adjustment Issues
  • Adult ADHD
  • Aging and Getting Older
  • Anxiety
  • Assessments
  • Boundaries
  • Chronic Pain
  • Confidence
  • Cultural Adjustment
  • Depression
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Grief
  • High-Functioning Anxiety
  • High-Functioning Depression
  • Life Adjustment
  • Life Transitions
  • Major Depressive Disorder
  • Mental Disorders
  • Psychosomatic Issues
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Worth
  • Test/Performance Anxiety
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Kayla Block
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Whether you're here due to a life transition, grief, trauma, past issues, or present concerns, we can and will find a path forward together. To experience a life where you are not just living, but thriving.


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Whether you're here due to a life transition, grief, trauma, past issues, or present concerns, we can and will find a path forward together. To experience a life where you are not just living, but thriving.

Something to know about my approach is:

I work with you to tailor a plan that meets your specific needs. If you're up for it, we can dive into the past and find out how it influences you today. We will look at patterns and boundaries, and discover how to adapt all those critical thoughts.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Family Dynamics
  • Infertility
  • Interpersonal Difficulties
  • Miscarriage
  • Trauma
  • Women
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