Find a DBT Therapist: A Guide to Dialectical Behavior Therapy

Treatment for borderline personality disorder involves dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT). This therapy teaches patients living with borderline personality disorder skills to cope with extreme emotional states and self-destructive behaviors using mindfulness. Eastern philosophies teach mindfulness and awareness techniques enabling patients to effectively handle high-stress situations and balance emotions, which in turn solves problems through focus on the current situation.

Things You'll Need

• Computer

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Instructions

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  Go to www.behavioraltech.org

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  Go to "DBT Therapist Directory" on the right side of the page under "Featured Links."

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  Click on the "Terms of Use" to agree with the terms and move forward.

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  Choose the state or region you are located in to find a therapist close to home and click "Search the CRD."

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  Call an office close by to find out if your health insurance covers this therapy. If it does not, ask the office what the charge is per session and how long the session lasts.

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  Continue calling offices until you find one that is affordable and convenient to travel to every week.