Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) at SageMind Psychology
At SageMind Psychology, we provide Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for children, teens, and adults - evidence-based, skills-focused therapy that helps clients build emotional resilience, regulate strong feelings, improve relationships, and create a life worth living.
What Is DBT?
DBT, originally developed by Dr. Marsha Linehan, combines strategies of acceptance and change, teaching four core skill sets:
- Mindfulness - Staying present and observing thoughts & feelings without judgment
- Distress Tolerance - Tolerating painful events and crises without making things worse
- Emotion Regulation - Understanding and managing intense emotions
- Interpersonal Effectiveness - Communicating effectively, maintaining self-respect, and improving relationships
In a full DBT model, therapy typically includes weekly individual sessions, skills-training groups, parent coaching sessions (for child/teen patients), and consultation among therapists to maintain treatment fidelity.
Why Choose DBT?
Our therapists adhere to evidence-based structure and principles shown to yield the best outcomes:
- Comprehensive structure: Individual therapy + group skills + parent coaching (when applicable)
- Full coverage of all four DBT modules
- Ongoing supervision and consultation to ensure quality and consistency
Research shows adherent DBT reduces self-harm, hospitalizations, and emotional distress while improving interpersonal functioning and overall quality of life.
Who We Serve: Children, Teens, & Adults
Children & Teens
- Age-appropriate DBT skills groups
- Individual DBT therapy
- Parent or caregiver involvement, including coaching or weekly parent sessions
Helps with anxiety, depression, mood swings, behavioral challenges, school refusal, and self-harm.
Adults
- Weekly individual DBT therapy
- Group skills training
Supports individuals with emotion dysregulation, chronic anxiety or depression, relationship struggles, and self-harm behaviors.
Related DBT Programs at SageMind Psychology
- Intensive Outpatient DBT Program (IOP) - For children, teens, and adults needing higher-level care
- School Refusal Program (DBT-SR) - For teens struggling with attendance or school-related anxiety
- Parent Coaching & Multifamily DBT - Support for families to reinforce DBT skills at home
- Telehealth DBT Services - Virtual DBT for flexibility and accessibility
Locations & Access
- In-Person: 26 Court St, Brooklyn Heights, NY
- Virtual: Available in over 44 states - bringing DBT to clients nationwide
- SageMind Psychology empowers children, teens, and adults to build emotional strength, regulate feelings, and live a balanced life through DBT.
- Our adherent DBT ensures structured, research-backed care with measurable results.
- With telehealth and family involvement, DBT at SageMind is accessible, flexible, and supportive.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What problems can DBT help with?
DBT is effective for emotion dysregulation, anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, substance use, and interpersonal difficulties. Our programs are also specifically tailored for neurodiverse and LGBTQIA clients.
2. What ages do you serve?
Children, teens, and adults - with programs adapted to developmental needs.
3. Do parents need to be involved for children/teens?
Yes - weekly parent sessions or coaching are included to reinforce DBT skills at home.
4. Is DBT available online?
Yes - we offer virtual DBT in over 44 states.
5. How long does the program last?
Varies by need. Weekly therapy and group sessions continue until the client is ready to step down to less frequent care.
6. How do I get started?
Email Dr. Rebecca Kason at rkason@sagemindpsychology.com or use our Schedule Appointment page.
7. Is DBT only for borderline personality disorder?
No. While DBT was originally for BPD, it helps many people - including teens and adults - with mood disorders, emotion regulation, self-harm, and behavioral challenges.