Opposite Action for Overwhelming Emotions: How to Make It Work for You
Have you ever experienced a moment where you feel so angry that you felt you would burst? For example, the satellite TV company has put you on hold for over an hour. While the waiting was annoying at first, you were able to manage. But as time wore on, your patience grew thin. Don’t they […]
Breaking Through: How DBT Can Help with Treatment-Resistant Depression
Does DBT Work for Treatment-Resistant Depression? Are you feeling trapped in a cycle of relentless depression that nothing seems to break? The frustration of trying treatment after treatment without success can be overwhelming. But don’t lose hope! A robust approach called Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) might be the game-changer you need. With DBT therapy available […]
EMDR vs. Traditional Therapy: Which is Right for You?
Navigating the multitude of therapy options available can be overwhelming and confusing. Are you feeling lost among the various approaches, from Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy to more traditional methods like Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)? It can be challenging to figure out which aligns best with your needs. […]
Helping Your Teen Overcome Body Image Issues
You know something’s up when your teen spends more time getting ready or checking themselves in the mirror. Or maybe they make too many negative comments about their body. Watching your child struggle with body image issues hurts, but you’re not powerless. With compassion and the right tools, you can help them on the path […]
Coping Strategies for Teen Social Anxiety in the Age of Social Media
In today’s digitally connected world, the landscape of social interaction has dramatically transformed, especially for teenagers. Social media platforms, while offering unparalleled opportunities for connection and self-expression, have also introduced new challenges and pressures. For many teens, the quest for likes, followers, and validation can exacerbate feelings of inadequacy, leading to heightened levels of social […]
Effective Treatments for Suicide Prevention: Highlighting DBT During National Suicide Prevention Month
Each year in September, mental health professionals, advocates, and no allies come together to celebrate National Suicide Prevention Month and raise awareness of suicide prevention efforts. Within the month of September, the 10th is reserved for World Suicide Prevention Day, to remember those who have been impacted by suicide and to advocate for treatment to […]
Are You a Highly Sensitive Person? How DBT Can Help You Thrive
Are you a highly sensitive person who feels things profoundly and often gets overwhelmed by life? You’re not alone! Being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) can be challenging and at the same time, a truly unique gift. With the right tools and techniques, you can harness your sensitivity to thrive in a world that sometimes […]
Exploring Your Biological Roots as an Adoptee: How DBT Can Support You
Society often views adoption as a beautiful, selfless act of compassion and love that can enhance the lives of adoptees and the forever families that adopt them. While there are many positive aspects of adoption, there can be some negative ones, too, such as adoption trauma. Being adopted is a life-changing experience that impacts adoptees […]
Facing the Unthinkable: Supporting Your Teen Who Has Lost Someone to Suicide
In recent years, roughly 13 percent of adolescents in the United States had a current diagnosis of a mental or behavioral health condition. With anxiety and major depression being the most prevalent of these conditions, many parents want to confront the issue of teen suicide head-on, searching for “counseling for teens near me,” “suicide prevention […]
How Can DBT Help Highly Sensitive People?
DBT for Highly Sensitive People If you get upset easily or often over-analyze situations, people might hurl “You’re so sensitive!” at you as an insult. It probably stings when they do. But emotional sensitivity isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Like any aspect of personality, there are pros and cons to being sensitive. Many of our […]
