About DBT

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a skills-based form of therapy developed by Marsha Linehan. It teaches practical skills in four areas:

• Mindfulness

  Paying attention to the present moment on purpose and without judgment.

• Distress Tolerance

  Getting through painful moments without making things worse.

• Emotion Regulation

  Understanding emotions and changing the ones you want to change.

• Interpersonal Effectiveness

  Asking for what you need, saying no, and keeping relationships healthy.

This site helps you find a skill that fits a situation. It does not replace professional therapy.