Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, and the first step in our comprehensive DBT program is an initial assessment with a therapist. Whether this is your first time in therapy or you’ve been through an assessment before, it’s completely normal to feel a little nervous. Our goal is to create a collaborative, nonjudgmental space where you feel supported and understood.
Self-harm refers to deliberate actions that cause physical harm to oneself as a way to cope with emotional distress. It can take many forms, including cutting, burning, scratching, hitting oneself, or interfering with wound healing. While self-harm is often associated with adolescents, individuals of any age, gender, or background can struggle with it. Though it may seem counterintuitive, self-harm often serves as a coping mechanism—helping individuals regulate overwhelming emotions, express distress, or regain a sense of control when they feel powerless.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is more than just learning skills—it’s about applying them to real-life challenges. Individual therapy is one of the four key components of a comprehensive DBT program, offering a personalized space to explore struggles, refine skills, and work toward meaningful goals with the guidance of a trained DBT therapist.
At the DBT Center of Utah, we encourage our clients to complete a diary card every day and bring it to their individual therapy sessions. More than just a checklist, this powerful tool helps track your emotions, stress levels, urges, behaviors, and DBT skills usage—giving both you and your therapist a clear picture of your progress.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) isn’t just about learning skills in a group or therapy session—it’s about applying them in real life. But what happens when you’re faced with a stressful situation and aren’t sure what to do? That’s where DBT phone coaching comes in.
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) often feels like navigating a stormy sea—intense emotions, rocky relationships, and impulsive decisions can make life feel overwhelming. For those facing these challenges, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) has emerged as a powerful and proven approach to creating lasting change.
DBT Skills Groups offer a structured, interactive environment to learn, practice, and refine key skills in mindfulness, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and emotion regulation.
Welcome to The 12 Days f DBT cheer! We’ve got a special gift just for you: 12 skills and tips to help you manage the holidays with more ease and joy!
Using the mindfulness skill of 5 senses grounding can help you stay in the present moment and enjoy the bright experiences of the holiday season.