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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) at Reset Behavioral Health in Bakersfield, CA

An inability to cope with intense emotions will impair your daily functioning and interpersonal relationships – sometimes, mental health treatment is the only right solution for a struggling individual. If you want to undergo dialectical behavior therapy in California, our facility is at your service – we work with adult clients from Los Angeles, Fresno, and Kern County, offer same-day admissions, and provide our patients with pet accommodations whenever it is necessary.

Visit our Contact Us page or call 559-461-9680 to reach out to Reset Behavioral Health – find a safe space to process your emotions, heal, and rebuild your life.

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About DBT

What Is DBT?

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) refers to a talk therapy whose goal is to help people articulate and manage their intense feelings, improve their relationships with other people, and tolerate distress with mindful habits. With the assistance of DBT, you can stay grounded in the present moment, handle painful situations without resorting to risky behaviors, accept your thoughts without judging yourself, and build strong bonds with the people you care about.

This therapy modality can enhance the quality of your day-to-day life on its own as well as complement other methods of treatment like acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) or narrative therapy. You can find a full list of therapies we employ on our Therapy Options page.

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Benefits

DBT Benefits

If you want to know more about DBT for emotional regulation before you commit to this therapeutic approach, take a look at the key advantages of this psychotherapy:

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Techniques

DBT Techniques

Every therapist has their own unique DBT exercises and practices they offer their patients – take a look at a few key techniques:
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Radical Acceptance

Acknowledge your reality, observe your internal struggle, and shift from fighting your feelings to accepting them.

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Mind-Body Scan

A therapist will ask you to focus on your physical sensations, label your external and internal experiences, notice tension in certain areas, and then imagine how this tension leaves your body.

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Journaling

Patients are often given prompts to track their emotions, urges, and behaviors to be able to reflect on their feelings between counseling sessions and then review these journal entries with a specialist.

Our Approach

Our Approach to DBT

DBT therapy sessions at Reset Behavioral Health are adapted to your progress – you can heal at your own pace, process difficult emotions in a supportive environment, and benefit from evidence-validated therapy delivered by experienced clinicians. The collaborative nature of treatment will let you pave your own way towards recovery while our specialists integrate DBT with overall care.
Note that behavioral strategies can yield results regardless of the intensity of treatment – still, you should spend some time in Residential Treatment if you are trying to manage acute symptoms or dealing with co-occurring mental health conditions. Aftercare strategies we offer at Reset Behavioral Health will help you sustain emotional strength and empower you once the treatment comes to an end.

Conditions Treated

Conditions Treated With DBT

Dialectical behavior therapy treatment is a recommended course of action for many patients with diverse mental health conditions – here are just a few disorders this therapy modality can help you with:

Depression

Eating Disorders

Adult ADD/ADHD

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Anger Management

Anxiety

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What to Expect During DBT

DBT for mood disorders or trauma always looks different since every patient requires an individual approach – yet, there are certain stages of therapy that are relevant in every scenario:

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Orientation and Analysis

You and your therapist will talk about your current challenges and define therapeutic objectives - be open

and candid about your concerns to get the care that you need.

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Skill Building

Patients learn how to deal with crises without making the situation worse, figure out what triggers

their stress, and understand the complexities of social dynamics to maintain lasting relationships with their loved ones.

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Feedback and Closure

Talk to your therapist about the insights you have gained and develop strategies that will

allow you to sustain positive changes in the future.

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Who Is DBT For?

DBT treatment is recommended to every person who struggles with negative emotions and beliefs, cannot foster a sense of unity and social wellness due to being burdened by psychological challenges, and feels unable to respond adaptively to stressors. If you tried to approach your issues non-judgmentally and enhance your present-moment awareness with alternative methods of treatment but they did not yield the results you hoped to see, you can benefit from DBT as a standalone treatment or a supplementary modality.
DBT therapy sessions can target different symptoms that wear down your mental health which is particularly important for individuals diagnosed with more than one mental health disorder. Check out our What We Treat page to see what problems we can address at our clinic.

How Long Does DBT Take?

Whether you sign up for DBT for borderline personality disorder or an anxiety disorder, it can be difficult to predict the duration of therapy – it varies from patient to patient and depends on individual factors such as your personal objectives and the severity of your condition. Nevertheless, it is possible to see improvement after eight to twelve weeks of therapy especially if you opt for a residential treatment program.

Location

DBT Near Me

People who search online for “DBT therapist near me” are making the right choice – it makes sense to undergo treatment at a facility close to where you live or work. Our clinic is conveniently positioned off CA-99 in Bakersfield, and you can check out the interactive map below to get directions to Reset Behavioral Health before your first visit. Additionally, a Virtual Tour will provide you with more details about our recovery center.

Why choose us

Why Choose Reset Behavioral Health for DBT?

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Personalized Care Plans

Personalized Care Plans

DBT skills training should match the needs of the patient and align with their values which is why we will outline a treatment strategy that suits you.
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Family Involvement

Family Involvement

Family therapy is an underrated method of treatment, and it can be combined with behavioral strategies to restore your bond with your relatives if your disorder created a distance between you.
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Affirming, Inclusive Care

Affirming, Inclusive Care

It is our goal to provide culturally competent treatment to LGBTQIA+ individuals and people with diverse experiences.
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Serene Residential Setting

Serene Residential Setting

You get to recover in a safe environment where therapists treat you with the respect and compassion you deserve - it will facilitate your recovery.

CONTACT US

How to Start DBT in Bakersfield?

Whether you have been struggling emotionally for a long time or you noticed the manifestations of a mental health disorder only recently, it is never too late to benefit from therapy. If you want to sign up for a DBT program in Kern County, Visalia, or Los Angeles, you should work with us – our approach combines genuine compassion with clinical expertise to help individuals with different problems and from diverse backgrounds.
Contact Reset Behavioral Health – you can call 559-461-9680 or refer to our Contact Us page to let us proactively assess your well-being and address your mental health concerns promptly.

FAQ’s

DBT FAQs

What is DBT and how is it different from CBT?

DBT is a therapeutic approach that encourages the patient to focus on self-acceptance and mindfulness, while cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) motivates the individual to change their distorted thoughts and beliefs with constant questioning and analysis.

What are the four skill modules taught in DBT?

DBT treatment will show the patient how to tolerate distress, observe their feelings without judgment, reduce emotional vulnerability, and become a more effective communicator.

Who benefits most from dialectical behavior therapy?

If you are dealing with emotional dysregulation, self-destructive behavioral patterns, and complicated relationships, you should attend DBT counseling sessions.

Does Reset Behavioral Health accept insurance for DBT?

Yes, we work with different insurance providers – you may check coverage on our Verify Insurance page or get in touch with us to discuss alternative methods of payment.

How long does a DBT program typically last?

DBT therapy sessions should be consistent for the patient to see improvement in their emotional state – usually, a comprehensive program of treatment lasts for two or three months and is accessible at all Levels of Care.

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