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Joy Gallon

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

My general approach with dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is to carefully assess whether a structured skills-based approach is helpful for a particular client. If I believe the skills would be helpful, I introduce DBT to the person, educating them about the various skills, my approach, and different ways we could structure sessions to include skill building. I also emphasize the need for practicing the skills between sessions, which helps clients make a good decision about their own preferences in treatment.

What tools do you teach in dialectical behavior therapy?

In DBT, I teach the following tools:

  • Mindfulness
  • Distress tolerance
  • Emotion regulation
  • Interpersonal effectiveness
Each tool is an array of skills, all of which are built on the foundation of mindfulness. I try to expose people to as many of the skills as possible, as each person resonates with different ones that combine to create a personalized plan and their own “go-to” skills.

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

I can tell when a client is making meaningful progress in DBT when they are able to give examples of times between sessions when they used a particular skill or skills and found it helpful. Over time, with repetitive use of some skills, clients often begin to internalize them and use them automatically, which is one of the goals.

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

Clients can supplement their time in DBT by practicing the skills and using a workbook-based approach to expand their skills.

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

To prepare for their first DBT session, an individual can review the provided materials ahead of the session and write down any questions they would like addressed in the session.

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

  • Aetna

  • 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

  • Carelon | Medicare Advantage

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Fallon Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

  • Harvard Pilgrim

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Hear from our clients

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I have a marriage counselor and individual counselor and I think they are both great at what they do and are extremely helpful.
Carissa Apr 2025
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It took a few therapists for me to find one that really understood me and worked well with me. I wish that was standard practice, to let new patients know it often takes time, and that they shouldn't feel bad about trying a new therapist to find someone who really gets them.
Read more It took a few therapists for me to find one that really understood me and worked well with me. I wish that was standard practice, to let new patients know it often takes time, and that they shouldn't feel bad about trying a new therapist to find someone who really gets them.
Madison Apr 2025
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My therapist has been able to reach me on a level that I haven't before. I've come to understand and start to process many things and it's really changing the trajectory of my life at this time.
Emily Apr 2025
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The portal makes it easy to complete pre-appointment assessments and find next sessions. Celeste is an incredible provider. I couldn't be happier with my experience--no complaints!
Mary Apr 2025
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I love the convince of being any where. I love my current therapist a lot! She's amazing!
Zachary Apr 2025
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I am very happy with my provider, and I think the platform made it easy and convenient to begin therapy
Evelyn Apr 2025
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The transition process has been very smooth. I really appreciate how easy and how responsive everyone is.
Kimberly Apr 2025
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I feel very comfortable to discuss anything with my therapist and not be judged.
Linda Apr 2025
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Lexington is located off of Massachusetts Ave. We share a building with other businesses, including Clay Oven and Limited to Endodontics. Our office is on the second floor. Across the street is a post office.

Phone number

(781) 386-0443

Languages spoken by MA providers

  • English
  • Spanish
  • Mandarin
  • Farsi
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