What types of therapy services do you offer?

At Greater Boston Behavioral Health, we offer a wide range of therapy services including individual therapy, group therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), mindfulness-based therapy, art therapy, and play therapy.

How do I schedule an appointment?

To schedule an appointment, you can call our office at (888) 365-6392 or use our online appointment request form on our website.

What insurance plans do you accept?

We accept a wide range of insurance plans, including but not limited to Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. Please contact our office to verify if your specific insurance is accepted.

Where are you located?

Our office is located at 322 Reservoir Street, Needham, MA, 02494. You can find detailed directions on our website or feel free to give us a call for assistance.

Do you offer teletherapy services?

Yes, we offer teletherapy services for individuals who prefer remote therapy sessions. Our teletherapy services provide convenient and secure online therapy options.

What ages do you provide therapy for?

We provide therapy services for individuals of all ages, including children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. Our therapists are trained to work with various age groups.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy

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Mental health conditions like depression and anxiety can make regulating emotions, managing stress, thinking clearly, and maintaining interpersonal relationships difficult. That’s why dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) exists—to help those struggling with mental health issues learn skills and strategies for dealing with the stress of everyday life. This therapeutic approach focuses on helping people regulate their emotions and gain an understanding of how their thoughts and behaviors can affect their lives. By learning these skills, clients are able to make lasting changes in their lives and find relief. As part of our outpatient mental health therapy programs in Boston, DBT can support sustainable, long-term recovery. Reach out to our team at 888.365.6392 today to learn more about DBT and our other therapy programs.

What Is Dialectical Behavior Therapy?

Dialectical behavior therapy is a form of cognitive-behavioral therapy developed by Marsha Linehan that combines traditional cognitive-behavioral techniques with approaches such as mindfulness and acceptance strategies. It is designed to help people who have difficulty regulating their emotions or managing intense feelings of distress, anger, or sadness. The goal of DBT is to teach clients new skills for managing difficult situations so they can begin to live healthier and happier lives.

The Four Tenets of Dialectical Behavior Therapy

There are four core tenets that make up dialectical behavior therapy:

Distress Tolerance

DBT teaches clients how to manage intense feelings in a healthy way without resorting to unhealthy coping mechanisms such as substance abuse or self-destructive behaviors. It also helps them develop the ability to accept difficult situations rather than trying to avoid or deny them.

Emotion Regulation

Clients learn how to identify and express their feelings in a healthy manner while also learning how to reduce negative emotions through relaxation techniques and distraction methods such as journaling or meditating. They also learn how to change negative thought patterns into more positive ones.

Interpersonal Effectiveness

DBT helps clients learn better communication skills so they can navigate relationships more effectively. This includes identifying boundaries and assertively communicating needs without compromising self-respect or damaging relationships with others.

Mindfulness

Clients learn simple meditation practices such as focusing on the present moment rather than worrying about what happened in the past or what could happen in the future. This helps them stay focused on their goals and be less reactive when faced with difficult situations or challenging emotions.

The Benefits of Our Dialectical Behavior Therapy Program for Mental Health

Why is dialectical behavior therapy so effective? Here are just a few of the many benefits it can provide:

Improved self-awareness – With DBT, clients become more aware of their thoughts, feelings, beliefs, values, strengths, limitations, and overall identity
Improved insight – Clients learn how to identify and understand their own patterns of thinking and behavior so they can make more informed decisions
Reduced symptoms of anxiety and depression – DBT helps clients address the root causes of their mental health issues, enabling them to manage and cope with difficult emotions more effectively
Improved relationships – Clients learn how to effectively communicate their needs and views without compromising self-respect or damaging relationships with others

At every turn, dialectical behavior therapy helps to bring balance and stability into a person’s life.

Contact GBBH for Effective DBT in Boston

If you’re looking for effective treatment for mental health concerns, then look no further than Greater Boston Behavioral Health. Our experienced team provides personalized dialectical behavior therapy in our Boston center. Through our outpatient mental health treatment programs, we help clients improve their emotional regulation and interpersonal relationships to live healthier, happier lives.

Contact us today to learn more about the many benefits of dialectical behavior therapy and how it can help you reach your goals. Call 888.365.6392 or reach out online to get started.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy