Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is a highly effective, evidence-based therapy originally developed to treat individuals with intense emotions, self-destructive behaviors, or difficulty regulating their moods. Today, it is widely used in addiction and mental health treatment to help clients manage stress, develop emotional resilience, and improve relationships.
At Windansea Recovery, DBT is an essential component of our therapy offerings. Through DBT, clients learn practical, real-world skills that empower them to handle life’s challenges without turning to substances or harmful behaviors.
DBT is designed to help clients balance acceptance and change, creating healthier ways of thinking and behaving. Benefits include:
Strengthening emotional regulation skills.
Learning to manage distress without turning to substances.
Building mindfulness and self-awareness.
Developing healthier communication and relationship skills.
Reducing impulsivity and harmful behaviors.
Creating balance between acceptance of the present and motivation for change.
DBT is delivered through a structured approach that combines individual sessions and group skills training:
Assessment: Clients work with therapists to identify goals and areas of focus.
Individual DBT Sessions: One-on-one therapy explores personal challenges and skill application.
Skills Training Groups: Clients learn and practice DBT skills with peers in a supportive environment.
Coaching & Application: Therapists encourage real-world use of DBT skills between sessions.
Progress Review: Ongoing adjustments ensure clients are building mastery and confidence.
DBT is especially beneficial for individuals who:
Struggle with addiction and intense cravings.
Experience co-occurring conditions such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, or borderline personality disorder.
Have difficulty controlling emotions or impulses.
Struggle with high-conflict relationships or poor communication.
Need practical, structured tools for daily life and recovery.
DBT at Windansea Recovery focuses on four core skill areas:
Mindfulness: Cultivating awareness and acceptance of the present moment.
Distress Tolerance: Building resilience to handle crises without relapse.
Emotion Regulation: Learning to understand and manage intense emotions.
Interpersonal Effectiveness: Developing assertiveness, boundaries, and healthier relationships.
Additional DBT-based services may include:
Individual Therapy Sessions tailored to emotional needs.
Group Skills Training for practice and peer support.
Homework & Journaling to apply DBT skills in real-life settings.
Relapse Prevention Integration to connect DBT with long-term sobriety goals.
What sets our DBT approach apart?
Integration with Addiction Treatment: DBT is applied specifically to substance use recovery.
Holistic Support: Skills are reinforced through yoga, meditation, surf therapy, and other practices.
Personalized Focus: Small client-to-staff ratios ensure tailored guidance.
Expert Facilitation: Licensed therapists trained in DBT deliver care with compassion.
Continuum of Care: DBT is available across inpatient, PHP, IOP, and outpatient levels.
A typical DBT experience may include:
Practicing mindfulness exercises at the start of a session.
Learning new coping skills for emotional or interpersonal challenges.
Role-playing conversations or high-stress situations.
Reviewing homework or journaling exercises with therapist guidance.
Applying DBT tools to manage cravings, conflicts, or triggers.
In addition to our core programs, Windansea Recovery offers the therapies below which are designed to support whole-person healing. From evidence-based approaches like CBT and DBT to holistic practices such as yoga, meditation, and surf therapy, our clients gain the tools they need to thrive in mind, body, and spirit.
“DBT gave me the tools I needed to manage my emotions instead of being controlled by them. It completely changed the way I approach recovery.” — Vernon M., Former Client
“I used to feel powerless against my cravings and mood swings. DBT at Windansea taught me how to pause, think, and make better choices.” — David T., Former Client
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy provides clients with practical, lifelong tools for managing emotions, handling stress, and building healthier relationships. At WindanSea Recovery, our DBT program helps clients create balance, resilience, and confidence as they move forward in sobriety.
If you or a loved one is struggling with intense emotions or addiction, DBT at Windansea Recovery can provide the skills for lasting recovery.
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