What is DBT-A? Who Benefits from DBT-A?
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy for adolescents (DBT-A) is an evidence-based therapeutic approach branching from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Originally developed by clinical psychologist Marsha Linehan, the DBT approach to therapy is walking a balance between having clients engage in self acceptance of their own behaviors and thoughts while also helping them take proactive steps to change maladaptive patterns affecting their quality of life. By successfully managing these two opposing forces, DBT aims to help clients “build a life worth living”.
The DBT approach has been proven to help client populations struggling with severe mental health problems. Since it’s beginning DBT been developed to specifically cater to the needs of individuals who frequently experience strong emotions, show a pattern of aggressive, threatening behavior and have a history of self-harm (including self injury and suicidal ideation/behavior). Both DBT and DBT-A share many of the same fundamental components and goals, however DBT-A works specifically within the adolescent population.
About Our DTB-A Program?
When: Beginning January 9th, 2026
Where: Falmouth at 100 Gray Rd
What: We will provide individual therapy, phone coaching, a weekly multifamily group (Fridays from 4-6pm) and a consultation group