Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy is an evidence-based treatment that balances acceptance with change.
What is Dialectical Behavior Therapy – Informed Approach (DBT) at Light Street?
Dialectical Behavior Therapy is an evidence-based treatment that balances acceptance with change. It is designed for individuals who struggle with pervasive patterns of ineffective coping, such as emotional instability, chaotic relationships, or self-injurious behaviors.
Comprehensive DBT vs. DBT-Informed Care
We provide a thorough assessment to determine which level of care is most appropriate for your current needs:
- Comprehensive DBT: A highly structured program including weekly individual therapy, a dedicated skills group, and 24/7 phone coaching. This is the gold standard for individuals experiencing active suicidal ideation or severe behavioral dysregulation.
- DBT-Informed Therapy: This approach applies DBT skills and strategies within the context of individual therapy. While it incorporates the same focus on mindfulness and emotion regulation, it does not include a skills group or phone coaching.
Our Clinical Approach:
Through our DBT-Informed approach, we help clients master the four core pillars of the modality in their relationships and everyday life:
- Mindfulness: Learning to be present in the moment without judgment
- Distress Tolerance: Developing the strength to get through a a crisis without making it worse
- Emotion Regulation: Understanding and managing intense "emotional rollercoaster" shifts
- Interpersonal Effectiveness: Building healthier relationships and learning to communicate needs and boundaries effectively
Who Can Benefit?
- Clients who are "emotionally vulnerable" and/or emotionally reactive
- Clients seeking a balance of validation and practical, change-oriented skills
- Clients with ineffective coping patterns
- Clients struggling with chaotic or difficult relationships
- Clients who are curious about understanding their behaviors and learning new ways to cope with stress