Mellow Therapy offers in-person Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) sessions at our Culver City office. Our approach blends structure, emotional support, and real-world skills for lasting change.
DBT Therapy in Culver City
Our Approach to DBT Therapy
DBT FAQs
How is DBT performed, and what can I expect during a session?
DBT sessions are structured, collaborative, and aimed at equipping individuals with practical skills to navigate life’s challenges. Here’s what you can expect during a DBT session:
- Initial Assessment
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- Your therapist will understand your challenges and goals to tailor the sessions to your needs.
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- Skills Training
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- Dive into four key modules: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.
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- Real-Life Application
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- Discuss applying learned skills to real-life situations, addressing specific challenges you face.
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- Worksheet Assignments
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- Reinforce learning with practical exercises and journaling between sessions.
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- Problem-Solving Approach
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- Engage in problem-solving discussions to navigate challenges effectively.
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- Ongoing Progress Assessment
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- Regularly assess progress for a tailored and effective therapy experience.
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- Open Dialogue and Collaboration
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- Participate in open discussions, shaping the therapy to align with your goals.
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How is DBT different from CBT?
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers a unique blend of features that differentiate it from other forms of therapy, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or traditional Talk Therapy. These features include:
- Integration of Skills Training
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- Individuals in DBT acquire practical, tangible skills to manage intense emotions, navigate challenging situations, and improve interpersonal relationships.
- Emphasis on Dialectics
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- Clients learn to balance and integrate conflicting emotions and thoughts, fostering a more nuanced and comprehensive understanding of their experiences.
- Focus on Acceptance and Change
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- Clients are encouraged to accept themselves and their circumstances while working towards positive change, promoting a holistic approach to well-being.
- Specialized Treatment for Specific Challenges
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- Originally developed for individuals with borderline personality disorder, DBT has expanded to address a broader range of emotional and interpersonal challenges.
- DBT’s adaptability allows it to effectively target issues such as intense emotions, relationship struggles, and impulsive behaviors.
- Comprehensive Approach to Crisis Management
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- Crisis intervention is crucial to DBT, providing clients with skills to navigate and manage crisis effectively.
- Clients learn to prevent crises and develop tools to cope during challenging moments, empowering them to maintain emotional balance.
