DBT Therapy

DBT Therapy in Ohio

Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills for Emotional Regulation

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) was originally developed to help people who experience intense emotions, impulsive behaviors, relationship difficulties, and chronic emotional distress.

Today, DBT skills are widely used to help individuals manage anxiety, trauma responses, emotional overwhelm, anger, addiction recovery, and stress.

Many people know exactly what they should do but struggle to do it when emotions become overwhelming.

DBT helps bridge that gap.

Core DBT skills include:

• Emotional regulation
• Distress tolerance
• Mindfulness
• Interpersonal effectiveness
• Boundary setting
• Crisis management

DBT is particularly useful for individuals who find themselves reacting emotionally before they have time to think through a situation.

In counseling, we work on slowing down automatic reactions, increasing emotional awareness, and building practical skills that can be used in real-world situations.

My approach combines DBT skills with trauma-informed care, addiction recovery support, emotional regulation strategies, and practical problem solving.

Telehealth DBT counseling is available throughout Ohio, including Newark, Heath, Granville, Licking County, Columbus, and surrounding areas.