Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a practical, research-supported approach that helps people navigate big emotions when they feel overwhelming or hard to manage.

Some people experience emotions more intensely than others. Feelings may rise quickly, hit harder, and take longer to settle. This kind of emotional sensitivity isn’t a flaw- it’s simply how some nervous systems are wired.

When emotions feel this strong, it can be harder to calm yourself, tolerate distress, or find coping strategies that truly help. DBT offers tools to build steadiness, understanding, and more supportive ways of responding when emotions feel like too much.

DBT was developed to help people better understand, manage, and navigate their emotional experiences- ultimately working toward what’s often described as “a life worth living.”

While DBT can be helpful for a wide range of concerns, it is especially effective for those navigating Borderline Personality Disorder, chronic emotional dysregulation, or persistent and severe depression.