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DBT at Inspired

What is Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)?

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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based treatment developed by Dr. Marsha Linehan to help individuals who struggle with intense emotions, impulsivity, relationship challenges, and self-destructive behaviors. Originally designed to treat borderline personality disorder, DBT has since been proven effective for a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, self-harm, PTSD, and emotional dysregulation.

 

Unlike traditional talk therapy, DBT offers a structured and skills-based approach that combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness strategies. The goal is not just to talk about your struggles—but to give you real tools to change the way you respond to them.​​​​​

The Four Core Modules of DBT

 

1. Mindfulness
Learn to stay present in the moment, increase awareness, and reduce reactivity. Mindfulness is the foundation of all DBT skills.

 

2. Distress Tolerance
Build the ability to tolerate emotional pain and crisis situations without making things worse. These skills help you navigate life’s most intense moments.

 

3. Emotion Regulation
Understand and manage emotions more effectively. This module helps you reduce vulnerability to emotional ups and downs.

 

4. Interpersonal Effectiveness
Learn how to communicate more clearly, set boundaries, and build healthier relationships—without sacrificing your own needs or values.

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Why DBT Works

DBT is one of the most researched and results-driven therapy models available today. Studies have shown it to:

  • Reduce suicidal behavior and self-harm

  • Improve emotional regulation

  • Enhance interpersonal functioning

  • Reduce hospitalizations and crisis episodes

It’s structured, measurable, and designed to create real change—not just insight.

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Who is DBT For?

DBT is especially effective for individuals who:

  • Experience intense emotional highs and lows

  • Have difficulty managing anger, sadness, or anxiety

  • Struggle with self-harm or suicidal thoughts

  • Feel overwhelmed by conflict in relationships

  • Want practical tools for improving emotional stability and communication

 

It’s also a powerful option for high-functioning professionals who manage to “hold it together” externally but feel out of control internally.

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DBT at Inspired

At Inspired, DBT is not an afterthought—it’s our foundation. We don’t just practice DBT—we train the providers who go on to offer it throughout the region. Our team includes deeply experienced clinicians who are passionate about providing full-fidelity DBT with compassion, clarity, and consistency.

 

Whether you’re new to therapy or have tried other approaches that haven’t stuck, DBT at Inspired is designed to give you what you’ve been missing: structure, support, and sustainable change.

 

Ready to take the next step?

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