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134 licensed therapists & providers in Massachusetts—4 in Brookline. Available as soon as today, in person and online

Therapy for every life stage

Our providers work with individuals, couples, families, & teens for anxiety, depression, grief, & more

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We accept UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, BCBS Plans, Humana, Aetna, & many more. Self-pay options available, no membership fees

Patients who get better

94% of patients feel truly understood by their provider. 3 out of 4 see improvement in depression & anxiety symptoms within 3 months

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4,690 people sought dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) help in Massachusetts in the last year

Discover how starting dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) therapy can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

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Brookline, MA

As someone who has worked with individuals from diverse backgrounds and life experiences, I understand that healing is not one-siz...

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Christopher Andrew

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What is your go-to approach for dialectical behavior therapy?

My go-to approach for helping people in dialectical behavioral therapy is emotional regulation skills.

What tools do you teach in dialectical behavior therapy?

The tools that I teach in dialectical behavior therapy are how to engage in positive self-talk, planning, and distress tolerance.

How do you know when a client is making meaningful progress in dialectical behavior therapy?

I know a client is making meaningful progress in dialectical behavioral therapy when they are doing a much better job dealing with their anxious and depressive symptoms.

What can clients do in their personal time to supplement dialectical behavior therapy?

Clients can do the homework that is assigned by the clinician.

What should someone do to prepare for starting dialectical behavior therapy?

The clients should reflect on the symptoms and potential triggers that make it hard to manage depression and anxiety.

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) FAQs

What is dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)?

At Thriveworks, Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) primarily concentrates on assisting individuals in emotion regulation, enhancing interpersonal relationships, and acquiring effective coping strategies for managing stress and emotional difficulties.

How does DBT work?

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) targets your personal challenges. You may work with your DBT therapist to maintain diary cards to monitor progress, emphasizing validation and support in the therapeutic relationship. DBT follows a stage-based approach, prioritizing crisis reduction initially and life satisfaction.

What is DBT best used for?

DBT was initially developed to address the needs of individuals with borderline personality disorder (BPD). However, its versatile approach has enabled its application to a wide range of mental health conditions, including but not limited to, anxiety, depression, stress, and anger issues.

What are the 4 pillars of DBT?

The 4 pillars of DBT are mindfulness, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance.

Is DBT better than EMDR?

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) have distinct purposes and aren’t inherently superior or inferior to one another. DBT is most effective for managing emotional regulation, personality disorders, and interpersonal challenges, while EMDR is specifically tailored for individuals with trauma-related conditions like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Is DBT conducted in person or online?

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) with therapists at Thriveworks in Brookline, MA is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How many months is DBT?

The duration of a standard DBT program is typically around 24 weeks, which is roughly six months. The actual number of sessions will vary depending on the issues you wish to address.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurance and we offer self-pay options too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Brookline accept 31 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Aetna Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts | BCBS Medicare Advantage (HMO | PPO)

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts | BCBS

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Fallon Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

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Self-pay costs at Brookline
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Talk therapy

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Psychiatry

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$1

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Hear from our clients

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Sarah is amazing, I don’t know what I would do without her. She and I click in a way where she understands exactly what I am trying to articulate. Her personality also balances with mine - she can make jokes, empathize, and really just engages the perfect amount. We are a great fit.
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Avery Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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I had my first session with Veronica today and immediately felt comfortable. She was kind, welcoming, and easy to talk to. I'm looking forward to continuing to work with her!
Aaron Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Julie is incredible, with her I’ve gone from not wanting to be alive to thriving. The transformation is amazing, and a big piece of that has been my sessions with Julie.
Owen Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Very helpful
Sebastian Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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My provider has been great! We’re still in the unpacking stage and there are times that I just need to vent about my previous week so the flexibility has been nice.
Skylar Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Chris is thoughtful and very easy to talk to. He is an amazing professional and genuinely great therapist
Camila Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Easy to use!
Julia Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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I got in quickly, i have both a therapist and med manager from thriveworks and both are incredibly attentive and professional, ive suggested thriveworks to several people and they've gotten matched with a therapist pretty quickly as well. My intake process was great and was invited to make my own decision to continue based on how strongly I felt the match was. My therapist is incredible and relatable. Too bad she is my therapist and not able to just be my friend bc I think we'd hit it off
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Zaria Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Where to find us

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Address

1269 Beacon St 2nd Floor
Brookline, MA 02446

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Brookline is located near Beacon St and Charles St, off Harvard St. It is right by the Griggs Park and a short distance from the Coolidge Corner Public Library.

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Phone number

(617) 958-5912
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Languages spoken by MA providers

  • Persian
  • Turkish
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Farsi
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Hours

Monday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Thursday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Friday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Saturday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Sunday 8:00am - 9:30pm

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Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm

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