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Our therapists offer DBT / dialectical behavior therapy in Peachtree City, GA

Get in-person or online care, and cover the majority of the costs with your insurance.

Get in-person or online care, and cover the majority of the costs with your insurance. Scheduling is easy — call our team and they’ll help you find your perfect match.

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1,613 people sought dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) help in Georgia 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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Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | BCBS - HMO, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | BCBS - PPO, +5 more
LGBTQIA+, Anger, Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, +9 more

“I am a 26-year-old Black woman and therapist passionate about supporting adolescents and young adults, offering a fresh perspective, and providing ... “I am a 26-year-old Black woman and therapist passionate about supporting adolescents and young adults, offering a fresh perspective, and providing a safe and inclusive space for clients to navigate challenges and thrive. Read more

Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Program, Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Program, Aetna, +19 more
LGBTQIA+, Anger, Stress, Women’s Issues, Bipolar Disorder, +4 more

As a neurodivergent individual, I value the importance of meeting each person where they are in life and helping them to find empowerment through heal... As a neurodivergent individual, I value the importance of meeting each person where they are in life and helping them to find empowerment through healing and reaching goals. Read more

Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | BCBS - HMO, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | BCBS - PPO, +5 more
Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Stress, Women’s Issues, +9 more

I help my clients find peace and tranquility by acknowledging their inner strengths, to transition them to a more fulfilled life.

Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Program, Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Program, Aetna, +22 more
Self Harm, Anger, Coping Skills, Men’s Issues, Self Esteem, +9 more

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Helping people understand why they have struggles and providing tools to help them work through challenges is something I deeply enjoy as a clinician.

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

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) teaches many skills to work on interpersonal relationships, emotion management, and more. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) takes a structured skills approach to managing anxiety and improving emotion regulation.

What tools do you teach in dialectical behavior therapy?

A main tool that is worked on in DBT is distress tolerance, which is a set of skills for coping with uncomfortable emotions.

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

Progress is made when the issue that brought the individual to counseling is relieved or improving.

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

Working on the skills between sessions helps the clients make progress toward their goals.

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

In preparation for the first session, the individual should complete all paperwork and understand that, in the first session, many questions will be asked in order for the therapist to gather the needed information to provide the best care.

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 Peachtree City, GA 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 Peachtree City therapists and counselors accept 22 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Program

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Program

  • Aetna

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | BCBS - HMO

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | BCBS - PPO

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

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Self-pay costs at Peachtree City
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

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

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

4.9 Learn about verified reviews
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The ease of access to the needed support.
Jeremiah Mar 2025
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Thomas is excellent. He's helped me so much. Give the man a raise.
Leonardo Mar 2025
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I just absolutely love how friendly, warm, and attentive my therapist, Faith, is. She really truly cares for me as a person and makes me feel valued so opening up comes naturally. I feel incredibly safe in her space and I look forward to every session. Well worth it and already recommended to others!
Read more I just absolutely love how friendly, warm, and attentive my therapist, Faith, is. She really truly cares for me as a person and makes me feel valued so opening up comes naturally. I feel incredibly safe in her space and I look forward to every session. Well worth it and already recommended to others!
Taela Mar 2025
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I felt heard and understood and appreciated my session
Tameka Mar 2025
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Feeling heard
Joshua Mar 2025
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Keep up the great work!
Jonathan Mar 2025
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Very professional but friendly and welcoming.
Kim Mar 2025
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Rachel is a great therapist who has helped me a lot with my social anxiety! Even when I don't bring enough issues to fill the hour, she doesn't mind just having pleasant conversation which isn't something I've experienced with some therapists.
Anna Mar 2025
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Peachtree City is located off Westpark Drive, behind Westpark Walk Shopping Centre. We currently share the building with Renaissance Skin Care and Homebridge mortgage lender, among other businesses. Within 1 mile of Hwy 54/ Floy Farr Pkwy and Northlake Dr intersection.

Phone number

(678) 679-9796

Languages spoken by GA providers

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