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Discover how starting dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) therapy can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

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Our Berkeley providers are currently booked, however we have 10 online providers available right now in California.
Irvine
Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Program, Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Program, Aetna, +23 more
Domestic Abuse, Anger, Coping Skills, Infidelity, Self Esteem, +10 more

As an Asian-American woman growing up in the melting pot of Southern California, I understand the many issues of acculturation and the complexities of... As an Asian-American woman growing up in the melting pot of Southern California, I understand the many issues of acculturation and the complexities of relationships across cultural and socio-economic boundaries. Read more

Thousand Oaks
Aetna, Blue Shield of California | BCBS, Cigna | Evernorth, +3 more
Domestic Abuse, LGBTQIA+, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Divorce / Breakup, +10 more

As a person who has experienced many of life’s ups and downs, I have a unique understanding of the skills necessary to navigate challenges and ways ... As a person who has experienced many of life’s ups and downs, I have a unique understanding of the skills necessary to navigate challenges and ways to cope with the emotions that accompany those journeys. Read more

La Habra
Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Program, Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Program, Aetna, +19 more
Anger, Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Stress, Bipolar Disorder, +3 more

I am passionate about understanding your unique needs and helping you achieve your goals. Let's make something great together!

San Jose
Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Program, Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Program, Aetna, +23 more
Military / Veteran, Domestic Abuse, LGBTQIA+, Anger, Coping Skills, +9 more

I became a therapist to provide folx with tools to build a secure and safe world for themselves. Because I have endured many of the pitfalls that prev... I became a therapist to provide folx with tools to build a secure and safe world for themselves. Because I have endured many of the pitfalls that prevent this, I know the value of liberation firsthand. Read more

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Starting Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)

What is dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)?

At Thriveworks, Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) primarily concentrates on assisting individuals in emotion regulation, enhancing interpersonal relationships, and acquiring effective coping strategies for managing stress and emotional difficulties.

How does DBT work?

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) targets your personal challenges. You may work with your DBT therapist to maintain diary cards to monitor progress, emphasizing validation and support in the therapeutic relationship. DBT follows a stage-based approach, prioritizing crisis reduction initially and life satisfaction.

What is DBT best used for?

DBT was initially developed to address the needs of individuals with borderline personality disorder (BPD). However, its versatile approach has enabled its application to a wide range of mental health conditions, including but not limited to, anxiety, depression, stress, and anger issues.

What are the 4 pillars of DBT?

The 4 pillars of DBT are mindfulness, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance.

Is DBT better than EMDR?

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) have distinct purposes and aren’t inherently superior or inferior to one another. DBT is most effective for managing emotional regulation, personality disorders, and interpersonal challenges, while EMDR is specifically tailored for individuals with trauma-related conditions like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Is DBT conducted in person or online?

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) with therapists at Thriveworks in Berkeley, CA is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How many months is DBT?

The duration of a standard DBT program is typically around 24 weeks, which is roughly six months. The actual number of sessions will vary depending on the issues you wish to address.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our Berkeley therapists and counselors accept 29 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Program

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Program

  • Aetna

  • Blue Shield of California | BCBS

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

  • Humana Medicare Advantage

  • Imperial Health Holdings Medical Group CA

  • Imperial Health Plan of California

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Self-pay costs at Berkeley
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

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Thriveworks helped me realize that I do believe people can change. I’m not the person I was three months ago, broken and fearful. I’m healthy and happy and for the first time being kind to myself. Thank you for giving me my life back.
Anonymous Thriveworks Client
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Berkeley is located at the intersection of Milvia St and Addison St. We share a building with Ace Hardware, Bay Psychiatric Associates, Bradley Engwall MD, Magoosh, Young Musicians Choral, Voltaiq, and Kaila Compton MD. Across Milvia Street is Berber Athletic Club and The Medak Center, and across Addison Street is Opticos Design Inc, MSCI, and Berkeley Electronic Press.

Phone number

(510) 544-8907

Languages spoken by CA providers

  • English
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