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121 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

#1 for in-network coverage

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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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 28 insurance plans

  • 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

  • First Health Network

  • Harvard Pilgrim

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Self-pay costs at Brookline
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Hear from our clients

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I love working with Sahar. She has helped me through 2 difficult years and has guided me through healing and learning about myself. She is 10/10.
Norman Mar 2026
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Sarah is way ahead of the curve in regards to where she is in her career. she is extremely empathetic, insightful, patient and what I would regard to be the optimal, temperament and personality of a great therapist and good human being
Gizelle Mar 2026
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Nadia is an amazing provider. Very cognizant of her clients experiences and meets them where they are at mentally. She works with them on practical adjustments they can do/make and is absolutely non-judmental even if you have difference of thoughts and opinions.
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Christyna Dec 2025
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My therapist is the best! Look forward to my appointments and the it has helped me tremendously.
Chase Dec 2025
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My therapist Sahar is good
Klaire Sep 2025
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My experience was life saving. Kelsey Flynn was a kind understanding none judgemental woman. I can't say enough on how much my life has changed . God definitely put Her in my path. Thank you Kelsey. God bless. .
Brittnee Sep 2025
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It's been so great!
Christina Sep 2025
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This is my first time doing therapy and my provider makes me feel safe and I feel that I'm making progress.
Delila Sep 2025
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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

Sunday 8:00am - 9:30pm
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

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Monday 8:00am - 11:00pm
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