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Learn DBT Skills In A Group
Weekly sessions are available. Grouport offers therapist-led dialectical behavior therapy skills groups online. The first 12 weeks covers fundamental DBT skills.
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a type of cognitive-behavioral therapy specifically adapted to help people better handle emotions, improve relationships, and reduce impulsive behaviors. Created by psychologist Marsha Linehan in the late 1980s, DBT was initially designed to treat Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). Still, its application has since broadened to treat other conditions associated with emotion dysregulation.
DBT is grounded in the principles of dialectics, which argue that change happens through balancing opposites. In the context of therapy, dialectics encourages accepting one's feelings and experiences while also acknowledging the need for change. This approach helps to resolve the tension between acceptance and change, enabling individuals to move towards a more balanced and fulfilling life.
DBT combines standard cognitive-behavioral techniques for emotion regulation and reality testing with concepts of distress tolerance, acceptance, and mindful awareness derived from Buddhist meditation. The goal of DBT is to alleviate symptoms and build a life that feels worth living.
A typical DBT program has four components: individual therapy, group skills training, phone coaching, and a therapist consultation team.
Individual therapy involves weekly one-on-one sessions with a therapist. In these sessions, therapists help individuals apply DBT skills to specific life challenges and events.
Group skills training usually takes place once a week in a class-like setting. It's where clients learn and practice the skills related to the four core modules of DBT: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.
Phone coaching provides clients with out-of-session support, helping them apply DBT skills to real-life situations as they occur.
Finally, the therapist consultation team is designed to support and consult with the therapists themselves, promoting adherence to DBT principles and preventing burnout among therapists.
DBT's skills training focuses on four primary areas:
Mindfulness: The practice of being fully present and aware of the moment.
Distress Tolerance: Learning to tolerate painful emotions instead of trying to change them.
Emotion Regulation: Managing and changing intense emotions causing problems in a person's life.
Interpersonal Effectiveness: Techniques for assertiveness, managing conflict, and maintaining healthy relationships.
By learning and applying these skills, individuals are better equipped to manage distressing situations, regulate emotions, maintain mindfulness, and enhance interpersonal relationships.
You can learn DBT skills at Grouport. Our groups are online, so it is accessible to everybody. The groups are therapist-led sessions, and they are held weekly. Participants will learn the four modules and apply these skills in a supportive and inclusive environment. For more information, visit our dialectical behavior therapy skills group.
DBT has been widely researched and has shown effectiveness in treating various mental health disorders, particularly those associated with severe emotion dysregulation. Originally developed for treating Borderline Personality Disorder, DBT has proven beneficial for individuals dealing with other conditions such as eating disorders, substance abuse, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and self-harming behaviors.
In DBT, the ultimate goal is to help individuals build a "life worth living," filled with positive experiences that outweigh the tough moments. By equipping individuals with essential skills and strategies, DBT aids in managing intense emotions, improving relationships, and decreasing self-destructive behaviors.
The philosophy of DBT is rooted in dialectics, which emphasizes the synthesis of opposites. One key dialectic in DBT is the balance between acceptance and change. Therapists validate clients' experiences and emotions, emphasizing acceptance. Concurrently, they also encourage change in thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that can lead to a more fulfilling life.
Another crucial philosophy of DBT is "mindfulness," borrowed from Zen Buddhist traditions. Mindfulness promotes living in the present moment and fully experiencing one's emotions and senses from a non-judgmental perspective.
In a DBT program, therapy is structured and systematic. It usually includes individual therapy, group skills training, phone coaching, and therapist consultation. This comprehensive approach helps reinforce DBT skills in different settings and provides continuous support for the individual.
Therapists follow a defined treatment hierarchy in DBT. Life-threatening behaviors, such as suicidal ideation and self-harm, are addressed first. Therapy-interfering behaviors and quality-of-life-interfering behaviors follow this priority. Lastly, therapists work on enhancing life skills and building positive experiences.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy is a well-researched, effective form of therapy that has helped countless individuals manage their emotions, build better relationships, and lead more fulfilling lives. By understanding the principles, structure, and philosophy of DBT, we can better appreciate its transformative potential in the mental health field. Whether you are a potential client or a mental health professional, understanding DBT can significantly improve mental health outcomes.
Are you seeking an effective way to manage anxiety and reduce emotional suffering? Join our Grouport DBT series by Grouport Therapy and learn new skills to help you live a more fulfilling life.
Our group meets once a week at a scheduled time, and you'll receive access to session links via email after enrolling and paying for the program. By joining our DBT skills group, you can improve relationships, manage anxiety, and reduce emotional suffering, regaining hope for the future.
Don't hesitate to take the first step towards a better life. Our next session is waiting for you. Join our Grouport DBT series today and start improving your mental health alongside a supportive group of individuals.
We offer DBT group therapy online to improve emotion regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, & interpersonal skills. Get effective and affordable treatment.
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