What is the B in DBT?

What is the B in DBT?

Behavioral Targets in DBT By Dustin Miller, MSW February 2023 To be human is to develop behaviors that steer us off course of the type of life we’d like to be living.  Screen time, spending time in bed, or unhelpfully using alcohol or other substances are just a...

Redefining the Month of Love

February. A month commonly associated with the taste of chocolate, an anticipated romantic date, receiving your favorite flowers, and the scent of candles. Others likely associate this month with texts left unread, phone calls ignored, an abundance of used tissues,...
Understanding the “D” in DBT

Understanding the “D” in DBT

Research from 2020 suggests that human beings experience approximately 6,000 thoughts a day (Tseng & Poppenk).  With so much going on between our ears, might it be helpful to have a framework for examining our thoughts, and in turn, our lives?  The practice of...
Taking Care of Yourself this Holiday Season

Taking Care of Yourself this Holiday Season

The holiday season can bring up a lot of emotions for everyone. While the holidays might be associated with warmth and joy, it can also be a time that brings up feelings of stress and loneliness. Some ways in which we can help to manage our emotional experience as the...
What exactly is CBT?

What exactly is CBT?

Perhaps you are seeking a therapist and your medical doctor, friend, sister, Google search, or TikTok scrolling recommended Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT. CBT is an evidence-based treatment for a wide range of problems people experience, including depression,...