Dialectical Behavior Therapy NJ

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) was developed by psychologist Marsha M. Linehan as an evidence-based treatment for various mental health disorders, including substance abuse. Avatar Recovery Center offers Dialectical Behavior Therapy by experienced professionals.

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About Dialectic Behavior Therapy

What is Dialectic Behavioral Therapy for Addiction Treatment?

DBT dialectical behavioral therapy is rooted in six core principles that can help clients develop healthier coping strategies, foster emotional resilience, and create lasting change. The six main points of DBT therapy in NJ can be found in group skills training, individual psychotherapy, and phone coaching. At our recovery center, we have experienced staff to help you to heal from your addiction.

The following points of DBT therapy assist in the development of skills related to

  • Accepting circumstances and making changes
  • Developing collaboration skills
  • Learning new skills
  • Receiving support
  • Analyzing behaviors and learning healthier patterns of responding
  • Changing unhelpful, maladaptive or negative thoughts

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DBT includes

The six main points of DBT include:

  • Dialectical Thinking
  • Mindfulness
  • Emotional Regulation
  • Distress Tolerance
  • Interpersonal Effectiveness
  • Validation
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DBT effect

DBT is effective in helping people improve their coping skills and has proven significant success in one’s overall ability to manage strong emotions often associated with mental health diagnoses. Research has found DBT to be effective regardless of a person’s age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, and race ethnicity, which further supports the widespread effectiveness of this approach. Find a DBT therapist in NJ at Avatar Recovery Center.

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