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

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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 Hoffman Estates, IL 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.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our Hoffman Estates therapists and counselors accept 21 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois BCBS | HMO - Essential Health Partners IPA

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois BCBS | HMO - Essential Health Partners Kane County

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois BCBS | HMO - Essential Health Partners Silver Cross

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois BCBS | PPO

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

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

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Self-pay costs at Hoffman Estates
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

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Psychiatry

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First session

$1

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$1

Hear from our clients

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I have been incredibly happy with my experience thus far. I have a good connection and rapport with my therapist. She makes me feel seen and validated while still helping me push outside my ingrained thinking patterns to view things in an alternate light.
Read more I have been incredibly happy with my experience thus far. I have a good connection and rapport with my therapist. She makes me feel seen and validated while still helping me push outside my ingrained thinking patterns to view things in an alternate light.
Laurin Apr 2025
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Listens, offers action I can take as well as supplementing with articles and resources. That is helpful. Keeps track and asks for follow up from one session to the next. I appreciate the encouragement to make changes rather than being just a paid listener.
Read more Listens, offers action I can take as well as supplementing with articles and resources. That is helpful. Keeps track and asks for follow up from one session to the next. I appreciate the encouragement to make changes rather than being just a paid listener.
Cathy Apr 2025
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I appreciate the attention, care, advice, & support from my provider, Christina Geiselhart! She is extremely amazing at what she does and I look forward to our sessions every single time! There's nothing I would change about her! She's very understanding when it comes to my new life schedule and ensures we find a day to meet! I don't regret reaching out to thriveworks for my mental wellbeing, it has been the best decision I've ever made to work towards a happier healthier version of myself!
Read more I appreciate the attention, care, advice, & support from my provider, Christina Geiselhart! She is extremely amazing at what she does and I look forward to our sessions every single time! There's nothing I would change about her! She's very understanding when it comes to my new life schedule and ensures we find a day to meet! I don't regret reaching out to thriveworks for my mental wellbeing, it has been the best decision I've ever made to work towards a happier healthier version of myself!
Bianca Apr 2025
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Dr. G is consistently supportive and reliable. Each time we speak I feel lifted, more confident and heard. She really listens and follows up on past conversations. She invokes my abilities to look at things with multiple perspectives which is enlightening.
Read more Dr. G is consistently supportive and reliable. Each time we speak I feel lifted, more confident and heard. She really listens and follows up on past conversations. She invokes my abilities to look at things with multiple perspectives which is enlightening.
Jeanine Apr 2025
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★★★★★
My experience with Thriveworks is usually really good. Definitely a great source for counseling and being able to talk with a professional. It's definitely helped me
Christopher Mar 2025
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks in Hoffman Estates, IL is located off of W Higgins Rd. We currently share a building with Quest Diagnostics and Bedrose Pediatrics, and East Branch Poplar Creek runs on the backside.

Phone number

(224) 267-9477

Languages spoken by IL providers

  • English
  • Spanish
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