Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based approach designed to support individuals who experience intense, hard-to-manage emotions.

Some people are naturally more emotionally sensitive—feeling things more deeply, with higher emotional peaks and lower lows, and taking longer to return to a calm state.

This innate sensitivity can make it challenging to regulate emotions in the way others might, often leading to emotional overwhelm, difficulty tolerating distress, and the use of coping strategies that ultimately cause more harm than good.

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.