DIALECTICAL BEHAVIOR THERAPY (DBT)
DBT Therapy in Iowa City: Manage Intense Emotions and Feel More in Control
You are not broken. Your emotions are just bigger than your current toolkit. DBT can help you change that.
Emotion regulation
Skills-based
In person + telehealth
IS THIS YOU?
The struggle with intense emotions
Your emotions feel too big to manage. One moment you are okay, but the next you are overwhelmed by rage, despair, or panic. You may have tried to numb it, and you are exhausted by the cycle. You are not a broken person, your nervous system is dysregulated. There are concrete, practical skills designed for exactly this, and that is where DBT is the perfect choice.
THE FOUR SKILL AREAS
Practical tools you can use today
Mindfulness
Observe your thoughts and feelings without judgment
Distress tolerance
Get through painful moments without making them worse.
Emotion regulation
Shift your nervous system when it feels activated
Interpersonal
effectiveness
Ask for what you need without pushing people away.
WHAT CHANGES
Your emotions stop running your life
Your emotions do not disappear, but they stop controlling your choices. You build a real toolkit for when panic rises or destructive urges feel too strong. You learn to safely engage with your emotions, rather than feeling like your are drowning in them.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently asked questions about DBT
Who is DBT for?
People who struggle with emotion dysregulation, impulsive urges, or intense emotions that feel bigger than their tools to handle them.
How long does DBT take?
DBT is often a longer-term commitment, with many individuals seeing meaningful change within a few months of consistent work. Don’t worry, we will always be checking in on your progress.
Can I do DBT via telehealth?
Absolutely. DBT can be done just as well via telehealth, and all skills work translates well online.
Ready to feel more in control?
Feel free to reach out anytime and share a little about what has been challenging you. I am ready to listen, and help you build a DBT plan that fits your life.
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If you need urgent help, or are in a crisis, this form is not the fastest way to reach support. Call or text 988 any time, or call 911 in an emergency.