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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a therapeutic approach that can help individuals manage intense emotions and improve their emotional well-being. DBT provides a range of exercises and skills that can be used to improve mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. These skills can be helpful for individuals struggling with a range of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, and borderline personality disorder. This article will explor
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Group Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is an increasingly popular treatment modality that combines the proven effectiveness of traditional CBT with the unique benefits of a group setting. This powerful approach to therapy has shown significant promise in addressing various mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, and interpersonal difficulties. The group format provides several advantages that can enhance the therapeutic experience and improve outcomes.The Benefits of Social Supp
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Gaslighting is a form of psychological manipulation where an individual's reality is distorted by another person, leading to self-doubt, confusion, and a sense of powerlessness. This insidious form of abuse can significantly affect an individual's mental health and well-being. Cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) can offer effective tools and strategies to help gaslight victims regain their sense of reality, build self-esteem, and develop coping skills to counteract the manipulation. This article wi
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by persistent difficulties with inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. The symptoms of ADHD can impact a person's ability to complete tasks, focus on work or school, and maintain social relationships. ADHD affects people of all ages, genders, and backgrounds and can significantly impact daily life.Inattention symptoms of ADHD can make it challenging to stay on task and complete tasks promptly. In
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based therapeutic approach that has been proven effective in treating a variety of mental health challenges in adults. However, DBT skills can also be adapted and taught to children, providing valuable tools for managing their emotions, improving their relationships, and fostering resilience. In this article, we will explore the process of teaching DBT skills to kids, discussing strategies for parents and educators to help children reap the benef
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a cognitive-behavioral therapy initially developed to treat borderline personality disorder (BPD). However, it has since been adapted to treat various mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, and eating disorders. One of the critical components of DBT is teaching individuals coping skills that can help them manage their emotions and behavior more effectively. One such skill is known as the "give" skill.What is a give skill? The Give skil
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Psychosis is a mental health condition characterized by a disconnection from reality, often involving hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) has been adapted for individuals experiencing psychosis, offering a promising approach to help manage symptoms and improve overall functioning. This article will provide an overview of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for psychosis (CBTp) and discuss its effectiveness, components, and practical applications.Effe
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a type of therapy that was initially developed to treat individuals with borderline personality disorder (BPD). However, it has since been adapted for treating various mental health issues, including addiction. DBT is an evidence-based therapy that teaches clients skills to manage their emotions and behaviors healthily. Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) is a related therapy that focuses on mindfulness and acceptance of one's thoughts and emotions.
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Negative thoughts can be a constant struggle for many people, affecting their mental health, relationships, and overall well-being. These thoughts can manifest in various ways, such as self-doubt, pessimism, or rumination, and can lead to various emotional and psychological issues.Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a comprehensive, evidence-based therapy that can help individuals manage and overcome negative thoughts. Through teaching specific skills in emotional regulation, distress toleranc
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a comprehensive, evidence-based treatment approach to help individuals struggling with emotional dysregulation, self-destructive behaviors, and interpersonal difficulties. One key component of DBT programs is the DBT skills group, which allows participants to learn and practice various coping skills in a supportive, structured environment. This article will explore the benefits of DBT skills groups and how they contribute to the overall effectiveness of DBT
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Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is a type of therapy that was developed to help individuals with a borderline personality disorder. One of the core components of DBT is learning coping skills, which can help individuals manage their emotions and improve their relationships. However, DBT is useful over time for various mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, and substance abuse. In this article, we will discuss coping skills, why they are important in DBT, the benefits of l
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) are widely used, evidence-based psychotherapies aiming to improve mental health and overall well-being. While they share some similarities, each therapy has its unique features and approaches to treatment. Understanding the differences between DBT and CBT can help individuals determine which therapy may be most suitable for their specific needs.Both DBT and CBT are grounded in the belief that thoughts, feelings, and behavi
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), a pioneering form of psychotherapy, was introduced to cater to specific psychological disorders and improve patient outcomes. Initially developed to manage particular conditions, this therapeutic method has gained recognition for its effectiveness and unique approach to mental health care.
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Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) was initially developed to treat borderline personality disorder (BPD) but has since been used to treat many mental health conditions. One of the critical concepts in DBT is radical acceptance, which involves accepting life as it is without judgment or resistance. Radical acceptance can be a powerful tool for reframing one's mindset, and it is often incorporated into group therapy to help people learn how to put it into practice.Radical acceptance is a challen
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a comprehensive, evidence-based psychotherapy initially developed to treat individuals with borderline personality disorder (BPD). Since its inception, DBT has been adapted to address a range of mental health disorders and emotional difficulties, including depression, anxiety, and eating disorders. A significant component of DBT's effectiveness is its psychological underpinnings, which draw from various theoretical frameworks and approaches to therapy.The ps
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) has emerged as a highly effective therapeutic approach for addressing various mental health challenges, including borderline personality disorder, depression, anxiety, and eating disorders. DBT worksheets are a powerful and accessible tool for individuals seeking to learn and apply DBT skills, offering a structured and focused approach to personal growth and healing. In this article, we will explore the advantages of DBT worksheets, the key components of effect
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a proven psychological treatment that has helped countless individuals improve their emotional regulation, interpersonal relationships, and overall mental health. While DBT is typically used in clinical settings, its skills and principles can also be applied to the workplace. This article will explore how incorporating DBT skills at work can lead to better professional success, improved personal well-being, and greater job satisfaction.Mindfulness in the Wor
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Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is a highly effective form of therapy that has gained popularity in recent years for its success in treating complex mental health disorders, such as borderline personality disorder. As a result, more and more mental health professionals are seeking certification in DBT to enhance their skills and improve their ability to help clients. Becoming a certified DBT therapist involves rigorous education, training, supervision, and practice, but the benefits are sig
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Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is a widely recognized and effective treatment approach for individuals struggling with emotional dysregulation, borderline personality disorder, and other mental health challenges. As the access to mental health resources continues to expand, many people are turning to PDF materials to learn DBT techniques at their own pace. In this article, we will explore the benefits of learning DBT techniques from PDFs, discuss how to find and use these resources effe
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Core mindfulness skills involve focusing on the present moment without judgment or reaction. In an online group setting, you can practice mindfulness techniques such as observing, describing, and participating, which can help improve your emotional regulation and reduce the impact of negative thoughts and emotions.One of the critical mindfulness techniques taught in DBT groups is the practice of non-judgmental awareness. This skill involves recognizing and labeling your thoughts, feelings, and s
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If you’ve recently discovered the concept of group therapy, you might be wondering, “What is group therapy like?” When considering any type of talk therapy or psychotherapy, it’s important to be aware of your options and to understand the benefits and challenges associated with them. Once you have a basic understanding of what to expect, you can make an informed decision about whether or not group therapy is the best choice to address your mental health concerns and move forward with positive ch
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Anxiety
Do you struggle with social anxiety? Social anxiety is “an irrational fear of regular, daily social interactions that culminates in avoidant behaviors that can disrupt your life”. So what does this mean? It means that if you have social anxiety, you may experience disruption in your work life, education, and daily routine, as well as your relationships with the people around you. Social anxiety can bring a great degree of fear, worry, and missed opportunities to your life on a daily basis.
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The American Psychological Association says that we have been experiencing a continuous rise in the popularity of group therapy here in the United States since the aftermath of the second World War. During this time period, returning combat veterans were placed into therapy groups and the licensed mental healthcare providers leading them saw major benefits from these therapy sessions.Some therapy groups can be organized around a similar experience, such as navigating the aftermath of losing a l
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OCD
Dealing with obsessive compulsive disorder, or OCD, can be incredibly difficult. People who suffer from OCD tend to be stuck in a destructive pattern of obsessions followed by compulsions. Obsessions are defined as unwanted fears and thoughts, while compulsions are defined as repetitive behaviors meant to quell anxiety or prevent bad things from happening.If you are trying to navigate dealing with OCD thoughts, you might try to ignore or even stop your obsessions, but in fact this will likely o
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Depression
The Mayo Clinic explains that depression is a type of mood disorder characterized by a loss of general interest and regular feelings of deep sadness. It is important to remember that depression is more than just a period in which you feel down: if it reaches a clinical level, it could interfere with your daily life, productivity, and relationships. WHAT IS CLINICAL DEPRESSION?Clinical depression is more than just periodic episodes of feeling down or discouraged, it instead involves a perva
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Boredom is defined by feeling uninterested and unsatisfied and is most evidenced through periods of high energy (where you feel you have nowhere to channel that energy), or when you are having a hard time staying focused on a particular task. Boredom is a pretty common issue found in adolescents as well as children. It is important to remember though, that young people may complain that they feel bored when they are actually having a difficult time handling their feelings or thoughts.There are
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Obsessive compulsive disorder, or OCD, is a mental health disorder marked by a pattern of escalating obsessions (unwanted fears and thoughts) that lead to compulsions (repetitive behaviors). This pattern of obsessions leading to compulsions can end up interfering with your daily activities, ultimately causing significant distress and a diminished quality of life.Those suffering from OCD will often ignore or try to stop their obsessions, which can in turn escalate their levels of anxiety and dis
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New York City is one of the toughest cities to live in: if you want to live here for the long haul, it’s important that you develop strong levels of distress tolerance. There will always be external stimuli threatening to overwhelm you, whether it is a car honking, music blaring, or people rushing around you and often bumping into you. Are you familiar with experiencing all of these stimuli at the same time? Welcome to NYC!There are many different approaches that can help you deal with this str
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About 10% of people in the United States struggle with some type of phobia; this means that millions of individuals are currently coping with different types of fears. While fear of abandonment is not officially considered a phobia, it is widely considered to be among the most commonplace–and potentially damaging–fears. Individuals who suffer from a phobia of being abandoned might behave in ways and engage in thought patterns that not only negatively affect them, but also their relationships wit
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What is DBT?Dialectical behavioral therapy, or DBT, is a form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) under the psychotherapy umbrella that seeks to provide people with critical skills that can help them diminish conflict in their relationships as well as manage difficult emotions. DBT hones in on equipping individuals with skills in four major areas:1. Interpersonal effectiveness: Equips individuals with techniques that can help them better communicate with the people around them in ways that s
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We all know that relationships, no matter what kind, can be incredibly difficult to navigate. Whether you are having difficulties in your relationships with your peers, friends, or family, “stormy” ones–ones that are characterized by frequent ups and downs–can be tricky. Toxic relationship patterns can undermine your self-discipline, your work and home life, your sleep habits, physical health, and mental health if not managed successfully long-term. Are you feeling the strain of unhealthy relati
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According to the Cleveland Clinic, self image is defined as “the mental picture we hold of ourselves.” This image we hold of ourselves defines what characterizes us and sets us apart from others. In other words, the different characteristics we use to describe ourselves come together to form a collective self representation that is the culmination of our strengths and weaknesses as seen from our own perspective. Here are three major ways that our self image can impact our moods, decisions, and
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DBT, which stands for dialectical behavior therapy, is a type of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) developed by Marsha Linehan in the 1980s to treat borderline personality disorder (BPD). Over the past few decades, experts have found that DBT can also be effective in the treatment of various other issues, such as:Substance abuseMood disordersDepressionDisordered eatingPost traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)Bipolar disorderDBT therapy works to equip clients with useful skills in four major areas:
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a type of cognitive behavioral treatment developed by Marsha Linehan in the 1980s which was originally intended to treat borderline personality disorder (BPD). People who are trying to cope with BPD often experience incredibly intense negative emotions that might be very difficult for them to manage. These emotions can negatively affect their mental health, sleep, eating, working, and interpersonal relationships, along with other facets of their lives. It’s
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a cognitive-behavioral therapy initially designed to treat individuals with borderline personality disorder. However, its scope has expanded over the years. It is now used to treat various mental health disorders by teaching patients to live in the moment, develop healthy coping strategies, and improve relationships.
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Here at Grouport we offer a wide variety of therapy types conducted completely online, from the comfort of your home. These sessions often include various forms of psychotherapy and talk therapy, including but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Our therapists are well versed in treating a wide variety of mental health issues and other conditions, and are formally trained in many different therapeutic approaches, including DBT.Typically, ind
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Chronic Illness
Living with a chronic illness or disability presents a unique set of physical and mental challenges. While medical treatments focus on managing physical symptoms, therapy can play a vital role in addressing the emotional and psychological aspects. This article explores how therapy can be an effective tool for managing chronic illness or disability.
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Chronic Illness
Whether you recently received a diagnosis of chronic illness, or are years into your journey, you’ve likely wrestled with the intense mental health challenges that can follow a diagnosis. It’s not surprising that the uncertainty, lifestyle changes, and costly or even painful treatments often come with emotions such as depression, grief, sadness, denial, and anxiety.When working through living with chronic illness, it can be common for doctors and caregivers to focus primarily on your physical h
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Grief & Loss
Moving on after losing a loved one is never easy. Wherever there has been deep emotions, like love and affection, there will be emptiness and grief in its absence. Adjusting to the reality of life without your loved one is not easy, quick, or predictable in its process. Healing from grief & loss is unique to each person and their journey. Your Grieving Journey Is Unique To YOUSome people describe moments in their healing process as dissociative, while others feel shattered, or even co
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BPD
If you’re struggling under the weight of your Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) diagnosis, you’re not alone. For almost 2% of the American population, this mental health condition poses significant challenges. You may be overwhelmed by intense emotions, loneliness, hopelessness, anger, or even numbness. All of these feelings can make everyday life very challenging for those living with BPD. The good news? Thousands of people just like you have learned how to live rich and fulfilling lives, e
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