Now Providing DBT treatment to adults and Teens!
Now offering DBT treatment for adults!
dbt treatment for adolescents
Comprehensive DBT Treatment for Adolescents
Our specialized training enables us to offer evidence-based outpatient care for teens with a range of mental health disorders, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar, PTSD, ASD, body dysmorphia, and mild substance use disorders.
Clients should plan for treatment to last at least 6 months. Treatment includes all of the services described below.
After this initial 6 month period, additional time in individual therapy is recommended to ensure recovery and maintenance.
Individual Therapy
Adolescents meet weekly with their primary therapist. This time is guided by an agenda developed between the therapist and client at the start of every session.
The highest priority of an individual session is maintaining a client's motivation to change, including their commitment to therapy.
The primary mechanism for encouraging this motivation and commitment is the empathetic, non-judgmental, and genuine relationship between therapist and client.
DBT Skills Training Groups for Teens
We cultivate a group environment where teens can learn and practice new skills among their peers, reinforcing healthy relationships.
We work diligently to balance our two goals of skills training group: working hard and having fun.
Phone Coaching
Contact between sessions, as needed, between client and therapist to assist with practicing skills. Calls are brief and are focused on applying skills.
DBT Skills Training Class for Parents
Bi-weekly classes for parents only. This class is designed to orient parents to the same skills their teens are learning and concentrate their own learning on the DBT skills specific to parenting. This time and space is also used to connect with and support other parents who are in the same boat.
Parent & Family Therapy
Individualized parent and/or family sessions to provide help with problem-solving, skill development, and strengthening connections.