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I believe my role as a therapist is to provide a safe place for people to explore their true feelings without fear of judgment and...

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As a culturally diverse woman, I bring a deep understanding of identity exploration shaped by multicultural and intersectional exp...

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I make every effort to provide a warm and encouraging environment while offering the professional tools and guidance to assist cli...

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Life doesn’t come with a roadmap, but we can chart a new path together, one step at a time. I’m here to help you unpack the past, ...

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My family, friends, and I have had decades grappling with ADHD, the autism spectrum, and that balance between others and ourselves...

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“We delight in the beauty of the butterfly and rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty.” —Maya Angelou...

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I have a firm belief that none of us are perfect and as such we should continually strive to learn from our experiences and be bet...

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Identifying as a person of color and an immigrant who has experienced my own share of mental health and trauma struggles, I value ...

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Focusing on your own health and well-being, often called self-care, is essential for a happier, more resilient, and fulfilling lif...

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I understand what it’s like to “put on a brave face” and be strong and to neglect emotional health, but also understand that true ...

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As an ally of the LGBTQ community and a proud member of a multiracial family with African American, Korean, and Mexican heritage, ...

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Lena Nganga is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with more than 15 years of experience assisting teens, adults...

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Amy Chamberlin is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Texas who has over 6 years of experience working with ad...

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Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) FAQs

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 Seattle, WA 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 insurance and we offer self-pay options too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Seattle accept 28 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

  • HealthSpring | Medicare Advantage

  • Humana Medicare Advantage

  • Intellect EAP

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Self-pay costs at Seattle
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$1

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Psychiatry

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$1

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Hear from our clients

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I appreciate the receptiveness to talking about all aspects of my life that are causing anxiety and depression with helpful strategies to deal with these issues as they come up.
Robert Mar 2025
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I appreciate my councilor for approaching my grief in the way she is and at the level that I am able to cope with it and not pushing me any faster or harder than she is, it's going to be a long process for me and a lot less heart brake in the way it is being done.
Read more I appreciate my councilor for approaching my grief in the way she is and at the level that I am able to cope with it and not pushing me any faster or harder than she is, it's going to be a long process for me and a lot less heart brake in the way it is being done.
John Mar 2025
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I appreciate how fast you all got me in and how comfortable my provider has made me feel
Jenifer Mar 2025
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I appreciate that I feel heard and validated by my therapist. She has given me helpful tools to deal with my anxiety . I can't think of anyway to improve the experience
Kathleen Mar 2025
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I was super impressed on how quickly I was able to get an appointment. I appreciate the care I receive from my therapist.
Katie Mar 2025
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I enjoy the chance to reflect on the week and upon upcoming changes in our lives. In person, rather than online, would be preferred. Mary Lou has helped me with several specific items.
Sam Mar 2025
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Ann has incredible compassion and a calm, reassuring presence. She listens deeply and attentively and demonstrates deep respect for every person she sees, no matter what their life path or circumstances may be.
Seattle Oct 2021
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Where to find us

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Address

10303 Meridian Ave N Suite 200
Seattle, WA 98133

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Seattle is located at 10303 Meridian Ave N Suite 200, Seattle, WA 98133, near the intersection of N. 103rd Street.

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Phone number

(206) 203-9770
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Languages spoken by WA providers

  • Italian
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Mandarin
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Hours

Monday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Thursday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Friday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Saturday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Sunday 8:00am - 9:30pm

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Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm
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