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38 licensed therapists & providers in South Carolina—1 in Charleston. 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

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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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1,084 people sought dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) help in South Carolina 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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Jordan Lee

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

My go-to approach for DBT is to start off by identifying any behaviors that may be leading to emotional distress. After identifying these behaviors, we will move to working on living in the moment, developing coping skills that are authentic to you, learning to regulate stress, and attempting to improve relationships with those that you are closest to.

What tools do you teach in dialectical behavior therapy?

Some of the tools that are taught in DBT are:

  • Healthy coping skills
  • Understanding and eliminating any negative coping skills that may be present
  • Learning healthy communication skills
  • Emotion regulation
  • Mindfulness techniques for being in the present

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

As a therapist, I will know if clients are making meaningful progress in DBT therapy by seeing them engage in healthy coping skills, maintain consistent healthy relationships, and report overall lower stress levels.

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

Clients can supplement their time in DBT therapy by working on themselves and their emotions. Clients can obtain DBT workbooks that direct them in emotion regulation and being in the present.

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

There is no need to prepare for the first DBT session. You can simply show up with an open mind, allow yourself to engage with your therapist, and be forthcoming with the experiences and feelings you are having.

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 Charleston, SC 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 Charleston accept 36 insurance plans

  • Absolute Total Care | Healthy Connections Medicaid

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Ambetter from Absolute Total Care | Commercial

  • AnMed Employee Program

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina Healthy Blue | Healthy Connections Medicaid

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina | BCBS

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

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Self-pay costs at Charleston
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

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Psychiatry

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$1

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Hear from our clients

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Super easy to connect either a well matched therapist. Love love love Nancy
Alexa Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Yes. Psychologist should follow-up with their patients.
Avery Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Absolutely nothing I’m learning how to properly work through difficulties and getting closer to a healthier thought process to maintain healthy life balance and relationships
Christian Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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I appreciate that she saw I was upset immediately and she asked what was wrong even when I said I’m ok. I was thankful to have her to talk to right then
Samantha Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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She lets me feel seen. She is very fair and has been an absolute pleasure to work with
Andrea Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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It was easy to find a provider & I appreciate zoom sessions
Heaven Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Mrs Sarah is amazing so far. I’ve had a lot of therapists in the past, and she’s the perfect balance of understanding and structured. She obviously cares about her clients, and the whole team at Thriveworks has always been nothing but amazing, even a few years back when I had to switch providers due to a move. There’s a reason I continue to choose them for my care. Thanks a bunch!
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Kendall Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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I felt heard. I felt safe. I felt as though I was in the right place.
Thomas Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Where to find us

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Address

215 E Bay St Suite 404
Charleston, SC 29401

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Charleston is located near East Bay Street and Market Street, off US-17. It is right by Waterfront Park and a short distance from the Historic Charleston City Market.

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Phone number

(843) 376-6157
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Languages spoken by SC providers

  • Russian
  • English
  • Creole
  • Korean
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Hours

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

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Thursday 8:00am - 11:00pm
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Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Monday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 11:00pm

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