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Starting Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) in Wilmington

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 Wilmington, DE 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 360+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Wilmington accept 24 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • AmeriHealth Administrators

  • AmeriHealth Delaware

  • AmeriHealth Medicare Advantage

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

  • HealthSpring | Medicare Advantage

  • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Delaware Medicare Advantage

  • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Delaware | PPO HMO

  • Humana Medicare Advantage

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Self-pay costs at Wilmington
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

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

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

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Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

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Kat is very professional. Easy to talk to
Elaine Sep 2025
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Joel is very patient, encouraging, and wise. He helps me better understand myself and my experiences, and how I can respond to life in healthier ways.
Sarah Sep 2025
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Caring, listening, offering good feedback and prioritizes my care.
Robyn Jun 2025
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How close it is to home. It's made the process very convenient.
Jose Jun 2025
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I have been working with Kristy for 4 years now. It's been an incredible journey and I owe her a lot. She has worked through many situations with me and her training has been invaluable. I am who I am today because of her.
Philip May 2025
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The journey I've been on to heal.
Damaris Mar 2025
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Joel is very knowledgeable and understanding. He brings a new perspective and ray of hope when it seems out of reach.
Robyn Mar 2025
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My provider uses open & honest communication which creates a safe space for growth. They are also knowledgeable and insightful which fosters trust in the therapeutic process.
Chinaka Mar 2025
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Wilmington is located at 300 Delaware Ave #1205, Wilmington, DE 19801, near the intersection of N. Tatnall St.

Phone number

(302) 205-1483

Languages spoken by DE providers

  • English
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