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Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is a type of therapy that has been proven effective in helping individuals recover from mental illness.
It combines elements of cognitive-behavioral therapy with mindfulness techniques to help individuals learn how to regulate their emotions, improve communication and relationships, and develop healthy coping skills. DBT focuses on teaching four main areas: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.
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What is Dialectical Behavior Therapy?
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is a type of psychotherapy that combines elements of cognitive-behavioral therapy with mindfulness techniques to help individuals develop healthier ways of coping with mental illness. DBT teaches individuals how to identify and regulate their emotions, improve communication and relationships, and manage distressing situations.
It also focuses on developing skills in four main areas:
- Mindfulness
- Distress tolerance
- Emotion regulation
- Interpersonal effectiveness
How Dialectical Behavior Therapy Works
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) works by combining elements of cognitive-behavioral therapy with mindfulness techniques to help individuals achieve lasting recovery from mental illness. The core principles of DBT include accepting oneself and one’s current situation while also working towards change and growth. Through regular therapy sessions, individuals learn skills in four main areas: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.
These skills are then practiced and applied in real-life situations to help individuals better manage their mental health. DBT also focuses on improving communication and developing healthy relationships, which can greatly impact an individual’s well-being. With its holistic approach, DBT helps individuals develop the tools they need to cope with mental illness behaviors and live a fulfilling life.
Skills Training
DBT’s skills training sessions are designed to educate clients on practical behavioral skills in a classroom setting with a clinician. Clients are given homework assignments to apply these skills in their everyday routines.
Individual Therapy
Many associate DBT with individual therapy sessions, where the goal is to boost clients’ self-acceptance and motivation. These sessions also focus on equipping individuals with practical skills to apply outside the therapy environment.
Consultation Team
Consultation meetings among clinicians aim to support therapists offering DBT services in maintaining motivation and competence when assisting individuals dealing with challenging and severe disorders.
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Our goal is to support each person on their path to recovery. At Spero Recovery Center, we are dedicated to enhancing the well-being of individuals, families, and communities impacted by mental health disorders through affordable primary treatment options.
