Colin Routh, LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Comprehensive DBT Program

Evidence-based Dialectical Behavioral Therapy program designed to help you develop skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness.
DBT-LBC Certified Clinician

What is Dialectical Behavior Therapy?

DBT is an evidence-based therapy that combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness strategies. Originally developed for individuals with intense emotions, it’s now widely recognized as effective for many mental health challenges. Together, we examine our thoughts, emotions and behaviors each week to support our awareness and create opportunities to change what is getting in the way of the life we want.

DBT Components

  • Weekly Individual Sessions
  • Weekly Skills Group
  • On-Call Skill Coaching

Four Core Skill Modules

  • Mindfulness
  • Emotion Regulation
  • Distress Tolerance
  • Interpersonal Effectiveness

    • Why DBT is Effective

    • Teaches practical skills for managing intense emotions
    • Combines acceptance and change strategies to not only survive intense situations, but to improve them.
    • Provides comprehensive support system
    • Evidence-based with proven outcomes
    • Adaptable to individual needs and circumstances

    Specialized DBT Programs

    DBT programs tailored to different age groups and developmental needs, ensuring the most effective approach for each stage of life.

    Adult DBT

    Comprehensive DBT program for adults dealing with emotional dysregulation, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Focus on emotional regulation, work stress, and relationship skills.
    Ideal for:
    • Intense emotional experiences
    • Relationship difficulties
    • Work-related stress
    • Life transitions
    • Self-harm behaviors
    Schedule Adult DBT

    Teen DBT

    Modified DBT approach specifically designed for adolescents. Addresses teen-specific challenges while building essential skills for school, peer, and family challenges.
    Ideal for:
    • Academic pressure and stress
    • Peer relationship challenges
    • Family conflict
    • Identity development issues
    • Emotional intensity
    Schedule Teen DBT

    Child DBT

    Developmentally adapted DBT to support changes for children experiencing intense behavioral challenges. Focuses on teaching parents and children new strategies to allow for growth and development. Aiming to support the child through environmental changes, emotional regulation and behavioral skills. Uses age-appropriate techniques with significant family involvement.

    Ideal for:
    • Emotional outbursts
    • Behavioral challenges
    • Social skills development
    • Anxiety management
    • Self-regulation difficulties
    • Parent and child relationship
    Schedule Child DBT

    Colin Routh, LCSW

    Licensed Clinical Social Worker
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