Offered in-person & online

Our therapists offer DBT / dialectical behavior therapy in Newton, MA

Find a provider Call (617) 380-4684

All Newton services

Services

Individual therapy Child therapy Couples therapy Family therapy Life coaching Marriage counseling Online therapy Psychiatry/medication Teen counseling
Counseling approaches & specialties

Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) Accountability coaching Addiction ADHD therapy Anger management therapy Anxiety therapy Christian counseling Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) Depression counseling Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) Divorce counseling Eating disorders EMDR therapy Emotional abuse counseling Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) Grief & loss counseling Humanistic therapy Infidelity counseling Insomnia therapy LGBTQIA+ counseling Life transitions counseling Motivational interviewing Obsessive-compulsive disorder therapy (OCDT) Person-centered therapy (PCT) Premarital counseling Psychologists Solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT) Strength-based therapy Stress management therapy Substance abuse counseling Trauma/PTSD therapy Trauma therapy
Our Providers
Call (617) 380-4684
Newton, MA therapy

Connect with a therapist, psychiatrist or counselor near you

1,852 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.

Meet with a provider as soon as this week

Isabel Leveque She/Her

Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)

Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts | BCBS, Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card), +20 more

LGBTQIA+, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Stress, Women’s Issues, +9 more

I am a therapist passionate about creating a safe, understanding, non-judgmental space where we can work together to explore and navigate life's chall... I am a therapist passionate about creating a safe, understanding, non-judgmental space where we can work together to explore and navigate life's challenges at your own pace. Read more

Next opening: Thu Jul 3, 12 pm View all availability

98 more therapists available in Massachusetts

Give us a call to schedule your next appointment, or browse through our full list of available providers.

View providers available in MA

Call (617) 380-4684

Common approaches to Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)

Hear from Katya Kalogeropoulos, Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)

View Katya Kalogeropoulos's profile

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

My go-to approach in DBT is to teach the value of “it is what it is.” Once we learn that it is not a “suck it up” statement, but rather a way to define a problem, I find that we can proceed with more ease. I find the best benefit in acquiring this skill is that it helps us get unstuck from a point of pain because we can then put more energy toward a more functional goal.

What tools do you teach in dialectical behavior therapy?

In DBT, I teach

Mindfulness: the ability to regulate our state, both physical and emotional
Wise mind: finding the middle road by recognizing and validating both our rational and emotional voices
Interpersonal effectiveness: the ability to recognize our needs and to present them in a functional manner in all environments

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 they recognize their own ability to regulate in previously triggering environments and function despite experiencing discomfort.

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

Clients can supplement their time in therapy by practicing skills. Gaining mastery of each skill only happens through repetition.

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

To prepare for their first dialectical behavior therapy session, an individual can remind themselves that they are always in charge of their treatment.

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 Newton, 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.

Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Insurance options

Self-pay costs

Our Newton 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

Self-pay costs at Newton

Talk therapy

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

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

4.8 Learn about verified reviews

View all reviews

★★★★★

Dr. Martin Hill has been incredibly understanding, helpful and walking me through the struggles I have been facing.

Tara Apr 2025