Treatment Modalities

 

What is DBT?

DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) is a type of cognitive-behavioral therapy designed to help individuals manage intense emotions, improve relationships, and build a life worth living. Originally developed by Dr. Marsha Linehan to treat borderline personality disorder (BPD), DBT has since proven effective for a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression and relationship challenges. 

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How Does DBT Work?
DBT is all about balancing acceptance and change. Sometimes there are things that we need to work on accepting, because we can't change them. Other times, we need to accept things in order to be able to change them. DBT has identified skills in four key areas:

1. Mindfulness: Learning to stay present and fully engage in the moment.

2. Distress Tolerance: Building skills to cope with crises and emotional pain without making things worse.

3. Emotion Regulation: Understanding and managing intense emotions effectively.

4. Interpersonal Effectiveness: Improving communication and relationships while maintaining self-respect.

 

What Can DBT Help With?
DBT is particularly effective for individuals who:

• Struggle with intense or overwhelming emotions.

• Have difficulty maintaining stable relationships.

• Experience chronic feelings of emptiness or boredom.​

 

Why Try DBT?
DBT is a practical, skills-based approach that empowers individuals to take control of their emotions and behaviors. It emphasizes balance and acceptance, helping you find a middle ground between change and acceptance. Whether you’re dealing with emotional dysregulation, relationship challenges, or self-defeating patterns, DBT provides the tools to create meaningful, lasting change.

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If you’re ready to build a life of stability, connection, and fulfillment, DBT may be the right approach for you. Contact us to learn more about how DBT can support your mental health journey.

 

What is CBT?

CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) is a widely used, evidence-based form of psychotherapy that focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is a practical, goal-oriented approach designed to help individuals identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to emotional distress or mental health challenges.

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How Does CBT Work?
CBT is structured and typically short-term, involving:

1. Identifying Negative Thoughts: Recognizing automatic, distorted, or unhelpful thoughts that influence emotions and behaviors.

2. Challenging and Reframing: Learning to question and replace these thoughts with more balanced, realistic ones.

3. Behavioral Activation: Taking actionable steps to change behaviors that reinforce negative cycles, such as avoidance or procrastination.

4. Skill-Building: Developing coping strategies to manage stress, anxiety, depression, and other challenges.

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What Can CBT Help With?
CBT is effective for a wide range of issues, including:

• Anxiety disorders (e.g., generalized anxiety, panic attacks, social anxiety).

• Depression and mood disorders.

• Stress management.

 

Why Try CBT?
CBT is highly practical and focuses on the present, helping you develop tools to address current challenges. It empowers you to become your own therapist by teaching skills that can be used long after therapy ends. With its strong evidence base and structured approach, CBT is one of the most widely recommended therapies for improving mental health and well-being.

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If you’re looking for a proactive, solution-focused approach to managing your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, CBT may be the right fit for you. Contact us to learn more about how CBT can support your mental health journey.

What is EMDR Therapy?

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a highly effective, evidence-based therapy designed to help individuals process and heal from traumatic experiences, distressing memories, and other emotional challenges. Developed by Dr. Francine Shapiro, EMDR is widely recognized for its ability to reduce the emotional impact of trauma and promote lasting healing.

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How Does EMDR Work?
EMDR uses a structured eight-phase approach that includes:  
1. History-Taking: The therapist assesses your history and identifies specific memories or issues to target.  
2. Preparation: You’ll learn coping skills and relaxation techniques to ensure you feel safe and prepared.  
3. Processing: While focusing on a traumatic memory, the therapist guides you through bilateral stimulation (e.g., side-to-side eye movements, taps, or sounds) to help your brain reprocess the memory.  
4. Reprocessing: This phase helps reduce the emotional intensity of the memory and replace negative beliefs with positive ones.  
5. Closure: Each session ends with techniques to ensure you feel calm and grounded.  

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What Can EMDR Help With?
EMDR is primarily used to treat:  
- Trauma and PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder).  
- Anxiety.  
- Depression.  
- Relationship issues. 
- Addressing beliefs you have internalized about yourself, that are interfering with living your most joyful life.
 

Why Try EMDR? 
EMDR is unique because it doesn’t require extensive talking about the traumatic event, making it less overwhelming for many clients. It works by helping the brain naturally process and resolve distressing memories, often leading to faster results than traditional talk therapy.

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If you’re struggling with the effects of trauma or other emotional challenges, EMDR may be a powerful tool to help you heal and move forward. Contact us to learn more about how EMDR can support your mental health journey.