Some people feel emotions with a much greater intensity than others. This can be a blessing when the emotion is an enjoyable one. However, tolerating distress or painful emotions can be difficult for someone who feels intensely. This can result in impulsive or destructive personal outcomes and in relationships, as attempts are made to get rid of the emotions or rectify situations over which we have little or no control. Quite simply, without the ability to manage distress effectively, there is a lot of “clean up” to be done in relationships. This is not fun for anyone.
DBT skills are the difference between someone saying, “Calm down” and someone teaching HOW to calm down. It is a Skills-based modality and uses four modules to put women back in control of their emotions, instead of emotions controlling them. Sovereignty over thoughts and emotions is gained through use of DBT skills. This increased ability to balance Acceptance and Change has a positive impact on all areas of life!
DBT is the evidence-based treatment for Borderline Personality Disorder, though research has found it to be effective in treating many disorders involving regulating emotions. It was created by Dr. Marsha Linehan and is the therapy geared specifically for BPD treatment. Indy Women’s Counseling and DBT offers adherent and comprehensive DBT services, which includes:
- Individual weekly therapy
- DBT Skills Group
- Phone coaching between sessions to reinforce skills use in real-life situations
- Therapists participation in weekly DBT consultation team weekly to ensure high- quality, adherent practices are being provided
Our DBT therapists are required to attend DBT consultation group weekly to ensure we continue to provide the highest standard of DBT service and adhere to the DBT model. There is a difference between “DBT-informed” care and adherent and comprehensive DBT services. If suffering as a result of intense emotions, please consider finding comprehensive and adherent DBT services. Every woman worth creating a “Life worth Living.”