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2,400 people sought dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) help in North 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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I understand how challenging life can be and my goal is to create a safe, welcoming space where you can share your experiences. Together, we can navig... I understand how challenging life can be and my goal is to create a safe, welcoming space where you can share your experiences. Together, we can navigate life's ups and downs. Read more

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Tori Sweeting

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

My go-to approach in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is helping individuals develop a sense of self-awareness: One's ability to identify the mood he/she finds to be the most distressing and matching the appropriate intervention/skill to assist with alleviating the distressful thought, feeling, and/or behavior. Treatment planning is beneficial and integral in the journey of recovery; thus, I find the following skill areas to be beneficial in DBT, i.e., distress tolerance, emotion regulation, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness.

What tools do you teach in dialectical behavior therapy?

I utilize the following tools in DBT: Distress tolerance:

  • Weighing the pros and cons: The ability to identify the pros and cons of a decision that is causing distress and the consideration of the short and long term effects of one's decision.
  • Self-soothing skills: The utilization of the five (5) senses to encourage mindfulness.
Emotion regulation:
  • Opposite to emotion: With this skill, one identifies his/her current emotion and participates in activities that encourage the desired emotion. If one is experiencing an increase in anxiety, one should participate in mindfulness or self-soothing skills to assist with managing the anxiety.
  • Opposite to behavior: Opposite to behavior is often utilized when one experiences a lack of motivation; it suggests that one should consider the long-term effects of not participating in a specified behavior, thus motivating oneself to do its opposite. For example, not taking out the trash could potentially lead to an increase in trash and pests.
Life satisfaction:
  • The utilization of a daily schedule or routine: This skill assists clients in developing a sense of happiness in their day-to-day. It is the planning of day-to-day activities coupled with identifying the actual task one has completed. It assists with monitoring an individual's mood from day-to-day and prompts the utilization of skills to encourage the desired emotion.
Interpersonal Effectiveness:
  • Listening: Listening requires that an individual develops a mindfulness practice; it emphasizes the following: 1) attentiveness, 2) letting go of distractions, and 3) focusing on what is communicated in the moment.
  • Validation: This skill requires that one non-judgmentally value others opinions with the utilization of listening skills to assist with clarification and reflection. It encourages the communication of emotions, an awareness of the non-verbal communication/behaviors, and the acceptance of others.

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

I know a client is making meaningful progress in DBT when an individual is able to identify the fluctuation in mood, is able to identify and implement boundaries in their relationships, and able to create balance in one's decision making.

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

I encourage individuals to focus their time and effort in participating in activities that encourages their desired emotion, i.e., spending time with friends and/or the utilization of a schedule or routine to assist with developing a sense of accomplishment from day to day.

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

In preparation for a DBT session, an individual should have a qualitative assessment or numerical value of their mood that has prompted the need for individual therapy, i.e., the number of days per week one experiences depression and/or anxiety.

Starting Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)

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 Charlotte, NC 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 insurances. We accept 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
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Our Charlotte therapists and counselors accept 23 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS Medicare Advantage

  • Carelon

  • Caresource

  • Carolina Behavioral Health Alliance (CBHA)

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

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Hear from our clients

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So far, I have enjoyed her attention to detail and how she's willing to unpack a certain things and not breast past them!
Angela Apr 2025
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Her transparency and honesty, she is very kind and patient as well. She obviously cares alot about her patients wellbeing and health and relationships with others.
Sarah Apr 2025
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Madison is very personable and made me feel very comfortable sharing personal information with her from our first appointment. She takes detailed notes and always makes sure to follow up on any events, concerns, feelings, or issues that I have previously brought to her attention. She has helped me work on finding coping mechanisms and making sure I am utilizing them weekly. I appreciate that she shares her own life experiences when they relate to my issues. She truly cares about what I am going through and finding ways to make life more enjoyable for me.
Read more Madison is very personable and made me feel very comfortable sharing personal information with her from our first appointment. She takes detailed notes and always makes sure to follow up on any events, concerns, feelings, or issues that I have previously brought to her attention. She has helped me work on finding coping mechanisms and making sure I am utilizing them weekly. I appreciate that she shares her own life experiences when they relate to my issues. She truly cares about what I am going through and finding ways to make life more enjoyable for me.
Brianna Apr 2025
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I feel very comfortable with Yolanda and I appreciate her recommendations and her professionalism
Robyn Apr 2025
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Madison is great at listening ad asking open ended questions to gain more information. Very personable and easy to talk to.
Jennifer Apr 2025
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Dr. Ryan is awesome!
David Apr 2025
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My provider is very attentive and understanding. She helps me to sort out my feelings and get to the root of how I'm feeling.
Theresa Apr 2025
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My therapist, Kaylyn, really cares about me. I am dealing with the passing of my dad, and she has been there to help every step of the way!
Billy Apr 2025
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Child Therapy Charlotte is near the corner of Park Road and Woodlawn Road. We are across the street from Starbucks and Exxon. Sharonview Federal Credit Union is the building next to our office.

Phone number

(980) 217-6901

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