Comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in NYC
Compassionate, Skills-Based Treatment for Intense Emotions, Relationships, and Stress
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a powerful, evidence-based approach designed for people who feel emotions deeply, struggle to cope during stressful moments, or find themselves stuck in patterns that feel impossible to break.
DBT combines mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness to help clients build stability, confidence, and control over their emotional lives.
Whether you’re struggling with emotional overwhelm, anxiety, self-destructive behaviors, or relational challenges, our comprehensive DBT program can help you break unhealthy cycles and reclaim your life.
At Evoke Psychology, we offer Comprehensive-DBT and DBT-informed therapy for children, teens, adults, and families who want real, practical tools—not just insight—so they can create meaningful change.
What Is DBT?
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based therapy that teaches practical skills to manage strong emotions and improve relationships.
DBT focuses on four core areas:
Mindfulness: Stay present and observe your thoughts and feelings without judgment.
Emotion Regulation: Understand your emotions and learn strategies to manage them effectively.
Distress Tolerance: Develop skills to tolerate crises and stressful situations without harmful behaviors.
Interpersonal Effectiveness: Improve communication, set boundaries, and build healthier relationships.
Comprehensive DBT at Evoke Psychology means clients receive the full continuum of support—individual therapy, skills coaching, group skills training, and guided practice—to ensure lasting change.
Who Is DBT For?
DBT is ideal for individuals who:
Experience intense or rapidly shifting emotions
Struggle with impulsivity or self-harming behaviors
Feel overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or panic
Have difficulty maintaining stable relationships
Want structured, practical skills to manage stress and emotions
Are seeking treatment for Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) or related emotional dysregulation
Desire evidence-based tools to improve life functioning
We also work with children, teens, young adults, and adults who may not meet diagnostic criteria for BPD but can benefit from comprehensive DBT skills.
What ages is DBT appropriate for?
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a flexible, evidence-based approach that can support children, adolescents, and adults in managing intense emotions, building coping skills, and improving relationships.
At Evoke Psychology, our clinicans are experts at providing DBT for Children (DBT-C) for ages 7-12 years, DBT for Adolescents (DBT-A) for ages 13-18, and DBT for young adults. We also support for caregivers through DBT-informed parent coaching.
