DBT

Dialectical Behavior Therapy

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a structured and skills-based therapeutic approach dedicated to assisting individuals in navigating intense emotions and relationships more effectively. DBT equips individuals with key skills, including:

• mindfulness to raise awareness of the present moment without judgement

• distress tolerance to navigate distressing situations without giving in to impulsive or harmful decisions

• emotional regulation to develop a toolkit to understand and manage intense emotions

• interpersonal skills to improve communication and foster healthier interactions with others.

These skills can be effective to help individuals with borderline personality disorder (BPD), characterized by intense mood swings, impulsivity, and a fragile sense of self.