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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

What is DBT?

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a type of cognitive-behavioral therapy that was initially developed to treat individuals with borderline personality disorder (BPD). DBT is an evidence-based therapy that has been shown to be effective in treating a wide range of mental health disorders, including depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), eating disorders, substance abuse, and suicidal behavior.

DBT is based on the principle that individuals who struggle with mental health issues often experience intense and overwhelming emotions that they have difficulty regulating. These emotions can lead to impulsive behavior and poor decision-making, which can contribute to a variety of problems in their lives.

DBT seeks to help individuals develop the skills they need to manage their emotions effectively and improve their overall quality of life. The therapy is typically delivered in a group setting and involves a combination of individual therapy sessions and skills training.

How does Elevate Psychologists use DBT?

Elevate Psychologists Sydney use Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help individuals struggling with a wide range of mental health disorders. DBT is an evidence-based therapy that has been shown to be effective in treating conditions such as borderline personality disorder (BPD), depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), eating disorders, substance abuse, and suicidal behavior.

The therapy typically involves a combination of individual therapy sessions and skills training delivered in a group setting. The therapist works with the individual to develop a treatment plan that is tailored to their specific needs and goals.

During individual therapy sessions, the psychologist helps the individual identify and work through specific issues related to their mental health. This may involve exploring past experiences, identifying patterns of behavior, and developing coping strategies for managing intense emotions.

In group skills training sessions, the psychologist teaches the individual specific skills related to mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. The individual learns how to apply these skills in their daily life and practice them in a supportive group setting.

Elevate Psychologists Sydney may also work with the individual’s family members or other loved ones to help them understand the individual’s condition and how they can support them in their recovery.

Overall, DBT provides a comprehensive approach to mental health treatment that focuses on developing the skills and strategies individuals need to manage their emotions effectively and improve their overall quality of life.