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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 Norfolk, East Ghent, Edgewater, Hunters Square, or even South Norfolk, 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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Dana Bottari
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Work towards achieving closure with past events, taking steps to plan wisely for the future, but most importantly, learning how to live more consciously and contently in the present.


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Work towards achieving closure with past events, taking steps to plan wisely for the future, but most importantly, learning how to live more consciously and contently in the present.

Something to know about my approach is:

I use a very rational and logical style of therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, that centers around the premise that our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are all interconnected.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Adult ADHD
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Depressive Disorders
  • Panic Attacks
  • Relationship Distress
  • Relationships
  • Social Anxiety
  • Stress
  • Work Stress
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Uncover your authentic voice, and discover your strengths for you to feel empowered to cope, heal and live.


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Uncover your authentic voice, and discover your strengths for you to feel empowered to cope, heal and live.

Something to know about my approach is:

My caring and genuine approach will help you identify underlying issues and learn skills to promote healing.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Addictions
  • Alcohol
  • Anxiety
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Chronic Stress
  • Codependency
  • Women
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Willard Vaughn
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We will work on creating meaning despite, or in spite of, your circumstances. Unfortunately there is no quick fix, but I will walk down that road with you and we can explore together.


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We will work on creating meaning despite, or in spite of, your circumstances. Unfortunately there is no quick fix, but I will walk down that road with you and we can explore together.

Something to know about my approach is:

I will be very frank and honest with you, while also pragmatic. I like to converse and hear what is on your mind, molding that into a topic related to what your issues are. I look at how you think and what that does to your emotions.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Addictions
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Couples
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Mood Disorders
  • Personality Disorders
  • Trauma-Related Disorders
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ASHLEY MITCHELL
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We will focus on your strengths, acknowledge the parts that need working on, address family and historical concepts that are relevant, work at your pace, and find deep meaning, connection, and growth through working together.


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We will focus on your strengths, acknowledge the parts that need working on, address family and historical concepts that are relevant, work at your pace, and find deep meaning, connection, and growth through working together.

Something to know about my approach is:

I don't use the same approach for each person. Each person needs something different and I will make sure I am only using approaches that feel comfortable for the client. However, I often use approaches like CBT, DBT, meditation, and holistic tools.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anticipatory Grief
  • Anxiety-Driven Anger
  • Anxiety Management
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Grief
  • Health Anxiety
  • High-Functioning Anxiety
  • Insomnia and Sleep Problems
  • Trauma
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Laura Giles
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help you get unstuck so you can be out there living your best life.


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help you get unstuck so you can be out there living your best life.

Something to know about my approach is:

I want to target the root cause so that you're not just treating symptoms or coping. You're healing. I have a huge bag of holistic tricks. That means that one size doesn't fit all, and we can flex to find something that works for you.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Domestic Violence Survivors
  • Intergenerational Trauma
  • Medical Trauma
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spiritual Trauma
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