New York City
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in NYC
DBT is a specialized form of therapy originally developed for borderline personality disorder, now used for emotion regulation difficulties, self-harm, chronic suicidality, and interpersonal challenges. It teaches mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.
Signs & Symptoms
- Intense, rapidly shifting emotions
- Difficulty managing anger or frustration
- Self-destructive or impulsive behaviors
- Unstable relationships
- Chronic feelings of emptiness
- Difficulty tolerating distress
Our Approach
How we treat DBT in NYC.
Common Questions
DBT in NYC — FAQ.
What is DBT used for?+
DBT is effective for borderline personality disorder, chronic suicidality, self-harm, eating disorders, PTSD, and any condition involving difficulty regulating emotions or tolerating distress.
How is DBT different from CBT?+
DBT includes all of CBT's cognitive restructuring plus specific skills in mindfulness, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. It balances acceptance of current experience with motivation to change.
Do you offer DBT skills groups?+
Please contact us to learn about our current DBT offerings. Individual DBT-informed therapy is available with several of our clinicians.
Ready to get help with DBT in NYC?
Accepting new patients. Same-week appointments often available.
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