DBT for Adults and Adolescents

Struggling with tough emotions? DBT is a powerful, evidence-based therapy that helps you stay present, handle stress, manage emotions, and build better relationships. Originally developed for borderline personality disorder, it’s now a go-to approach for anxiety, depression, self-harm, eating disorders, and more.

At its core, DBT is about balance—accepting yourself while making real, lasting changes.

🔹 Mindfulness – Stay grounded & in control
🔹 Distress Tolerance – Handle crises with confidence
🔹 Emotion Regulation – Take charge of your feelings
🔹 Interpersonal Effectiveness – Build strong, healthy relationships

Through individual therapy, skills groups, and real-time coaching, DBT gives you the tools to stop just surviving and start thriving.

Why Choose Our DBT Program?

At Turn the Mind, we don't just practice DBT – it is the foundation of everything we do. Our program stands at the forefront of dialectical behavior therapy, offering evidence-based treatment from some of the field's most qualified specialists.

  • An Experienced, Seasoned Team

    • DBT-LBC™ Certified Therapists deliver your care with precision and expertise

    • Latest updated techniques through Dr. Richardson's role on the DBT-LBC™ board

    • Advanced Training ensures every therapist masters the latest DBT techniques

  • Our Specialized DBT Groups

    • Our Multi-Family Teen DBT Skills Groups help families build skills together in a supportive environment. Families can learn from other families' experiences, and practice real-time techniques with expert guidance. Parents get the attention and support they need to help their teens. We can help you transform your family dynamics to reduce arguments and conflicts and create a home life that is more peaceful and effective for everyone.

  • Virtual Adult DBT Skills Groups help adults build skills together in a supportive environment—flexible scheduling for working professionals. In the groups, clients will master core DBT skills.

  • DBT Skills Group (NY, NJ, PSYPACT States). This is a standard 26-week DBT Group that teaches one skill per week. Entry points are between modules, and clients can join during any module.

  • Eating Disorder DBT Skills Group (NY, NJ). In this group, we integrate DBT skills with ED recovery. We help you build a healthier relationship with food while doing the full DBT Program.

Comprehensive Treatment or Skills Group Only - It’s Up to you!

A comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) program includes several key components

  • Individual therapy sessions focus on personalized goals which allow clients to explore their unique experiences and apply DBT principles in their lives.

  • DBT Skills Groups teach approximately one skill per week in a group format. They include assigning home practice so that the client can master the skills. For adults, we offer these groups as a group-only option for those who don’t want/need the full comprehensive program.

  • Free out-of-session coaching offers immediate support during moments of crisis, enabling clients to utilize their skills in real time. This coaching helps the client take the skills from the therapy room into the real world successfully and with support from their therapist.

  • The entire process is supported by a dedicated team of professionals who collaboratively work on each individual’s case, ensuring a holistic and coordinated approach that addresses diverse needs while promoting overall well-being.