Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

What is DBT?

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is a skills based therapy that focuses on four main modules: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation and interpersonal effectiveness. This type of therapy utilizes individual and group sessions to support those struggling with regulating their emotions and behaviors as well as improving their relationships. Wholehearted Healing LLC’s DBT program is certified by the State of Minnesota Department of Human Services and includes: 1) weekly individual therapy 2) Weekly skills training group 3) phone coaching 4) weekly DBT team consultation meetings. Wholehearted Healing LLC’s DBT program is dedicated to being trauma, neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ informed. Our program is currently adults only.

DBT covers four main modules

Mindfulness: The focus of this module is to understand why and how to be mindful in a way that works for you. These skills may be helpful when you are struggling with being present and looking to be more centered in your being.  

Distress Tolerance: The focus of this module is to learn various ways to manage painful emotions and/or urges. These skills may be helpful if you are experiencing high levels of emotions and you are wanting to build a higher tolerance.  

Emotional Regulation: The focus of this module is to name, understand and reduce unwanted emotions. These skills may be helpful to better understand how emotions work for you and how to be more effective in the moment. 

Interpersonal Effectiveness: The focus of this module is to better understand our relationships and work on improving the quality of them. These skills may be helpful if you struggle with your communication, setting boundaries or asking for help. 

What are the program expectations? 

For those interested in our DBT program, they will meet with one of our DBT providers for an assessment to ensure they meet certain criteria. During this assessment, the DBT provider will also review what is expected of a DBT member. All DBT members are required to participate in weekly individual and group sessions for the length of the program (one year). DBT members will have access to phone coaching, which will be available outside of scheduled meetings, if they are experiencing extreme emotions and wish to discuss what skills may be useful.

When is DBT Group? Who can I reach out to if I’m interested?

We are currently offering a virtual group that runs Mondays from 11am-1pm. For those interested in Wholehearted Healing LLC’s DBT program, they can either review the DBT providers bios and reach out directly or email whhteam@wholeheartedhealingllc.com for more information. 

What if I don’t feel ready for DBT?

DBT programs are a commitment and we completely understand if that does not feel right in this moment. We will help problem solve and support clients in whatever they decide works best for them and their current situation. If DBT does not sound like the right fit for you, we welcome you to look at our individual providers for individual therapy.