DBT Therapy in Michigan

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a type of psychotherapy that combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness. Originally developed by Dr. Marsha Linehan to treat borderline personality disorder, it’s now widely used for depression, focusing on balancing acceptance and change. DBT helps individuals develop skills in four key areas: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.

DBT differs from other therapies by its structured, skills-based approach, often delivered through a combination of individual therapy, group skills training, and phone coaching. This comprehensive framework makes it particularly suitable for individuals with depression who struggle with emotional dysregulation and interpersonal difficulties.

What to Expect in DBT Therapy at Emerge Mental Health

What to expect

At Emerge Mental Health, the DBT program is designed to provide comprehensive support for individuals with depression. Clients can expect the following:

1:1 Online Sessions: Weekly video therapy, private and built for you, via a secure platform perfect for Michigan’s busy lives or frozen roads.
Skills Training: Optional virtual group to master emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and more
24/7 Support: Quick check-ins to keep you on track, because life doesn’t wait.
Homework Assignments: Regular practice of skills between sessions to ensure consistent application and progress.
Therapy Duration: Typically lasts 6 months to 1 year, though many clients notice gradual improvements within the first 12 weeks.
No travel, no excuses—just virtual counseling Michigan adults can count on.

The program is personalized, ensuring clients receive the tools and support necessary to manage their depression effectively, with a focus on empowerment and skill-building.

Overview of DBT Modules

Mindfulness – Find Your Calm Center

What You’ll Learn: Stay present, reduce overwhelm, and observe your thoughts without judgment.
Skills Covered:
- "What" Skills: Observe, Describe, Participate
- "How" Skills: Nonjudgmentally, One-Mindfully, Effectively
- Mindful breathing and grounding techniques

- Wise Mind and walking the middle path
Why It Matters: Mindfulness is the foundation of DBT—perfect for calming the chaos of daily life in Michigan’s fast-paced world.

Distress Tolerance – Survive Tough Moments

What You’ll Learn: Handle crises without making things worse and accept what you can’t change.
Skills Covered:
- STOP Skill (Stop, Take a step back, Observe, Proceed mindfully)
- TIPP (Temperature, Intense exercise, Paced breathing, Paired muscle relaxation)
- Radical Acceptance and self-soothing strategies
Why It Matters: Whether it’s a stressful day in Flint or a family conflict in Traverse City, these tools help you stay steady.

Emotion Regulation – Master Your Feelings

What You’ll Learn: Understand, reduce, and shift intense emotions to live more fully.
Skills Covered:
- ABC PLEASE (Accumulate positives, Build mastery, Cope ahead; Physical health, Eating, Avoid mood-altering substances, Sleep, Exercise)
- Opposite Action to change emotional responses
- Identifying and labeling emotions accurately
Why It Matters: From snowy Michigan winters to busy summer schedules, you’ll gain control over emotional rollercoasters.

Interpersonal Effectiveness – Build Stronger Connections

What You’ll Learn: Communicate clearly, set boundaries, and nurture relationships.
Skills Covered:
- DEAR MAN (Describe, Express, Assert, Reinforce, Mindful, Appear confident, Negotiate)
- GIVE (Gentle, Interested, Validate, Easy manner)
- FAST (Fair, Apologies minimal, Stick to values, Truthful)
Why It Matters: Strengthen ties with friends, family, or coworkers—crucial for Michigan’s tight-knit communities.

Virtual DBT skills group

Are you a Michigan adult ready to take charge of your emotions, strengthen relationships, and build a life worth living? Our Virtual DBT Skills Group is crafted just for you! Join us from the comfort of your home—whether you’re in Detroit, Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor, or anywhere across the Great Lakes State—and unlock the power of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills. No travel, no stress—just practical, life-changing tools delivered online.

What Is a Virtual DBT Skills Group?

We hold a weekly group for adults. The group provides an engaging, virtual program that equips you to manage intense emotions, tackle life’s challenges, and thrive in your relationships. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), developed by Dr. Marsha Linehan, combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with practical mindfulness strategies. It’s evidence-based, highly effective, and ideal for adults and teens seeking balance and resilience.

In this virtual format, you’ll connect with a supportive community and learn from an expert facilitator through live, interactive online sessions. Perfect for busy schedules in Lansing, Kalamazoo, or beyond! Ready to transform your life? Let’s explore what you’ll gain from this journey.

Why Choose Our Virtual DBT Skills Group?

- Convenience: Join from anywhere in Michigan—no commute required.
- Community: Connect with others who understand, all from home.
- Expert-Led: Learn from trained DBT facilitator with years of experience.
- Flexible Learning: Live sessions to fit your life.
- Proven Results: DBT is the gold standard for emotional regulation and distress tolerance.

Who’s This For?

Our virtual DBT Skills Group is perfect for Michigan adults who:
- Struggle with overwhelming emotions or impulsive reactions.
- Want healthier relationships and better communication.
- Seek a supportive, judgment-free space to grow.

No prior DBT experience? No problem! We welcome beginners and seasoned learners alike.

How It Works

- When: Weekly 60-minute live sessions via a secure platform
- Where: Anywhere in Michigan—your couch, office, or favorite coffee shop.
- Cost: $60 per session (BCBS and Aetna insurance accepted)

– Spots fill fast, so sign up today!

24/7 phone coaching

At Emerge Mental Health, our Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) phone coaching provides 24/7 support to help you navigate life’s challenges in real-time. Designed to reinforce the skills learned in DBT therapy, our phone coaching offers immediate guidance when you need it most—whether you're managing intense emotions, facing a crisis, or seeking to apply DBT skills effectively.

Our compassionate, trained therapist is available around the clock to provide personalized strategies, helping you stay grounded and make mindful choices. This service is a vital tool for building resilience and fostering long-term emotional well-being, ensuring you’re never alone on your mental health journey.

Benefits and Evidence Supporting DBT Therapy for Depression

The benefits of DBT for Major Depressive Disorder are well-documented, making it a preferred choice for many clients:

Effectiveness

Research consistently supports the effectiveness of DBT for MDD. A study referenced by Talkspace ([DBT for Depression](https://www.talkspace.com/mental-health/conditions/articles/dbt-for-depression/)) showed significant reductions in depressive symptoms through enhanced emotional regulation and mindfulness, with another study from PubMed ([Study on DBT for MDD](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19232571/)) supporting its use for MDD specifically.

Yale Medicine highlights that DBT has shown significant improvements including reduced self-harm behaviors, decreased suicidal ideation and behavior, lower hospitalization rates, and improved social functioning ([Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)](https://www.yalemedicine.org/conditions/dialectical-behavior-therapy-dbt)).

The therapy addresses MDD by teaching skills to manage intense emotions, cope with distress, and improve relationships, breaking the cycle of negative thinking and behavior. For instance, mindfulness helps reduce rumination, a common symptom of depression, while distress tolerance provides tools to handle crises without resorting to harmful behaviors, as noted by Choosing Therapy ([DBT for Depression](https://www.choosingtherapy.com/dbt-for-depression/)).

Benefits

The benefits of DBT for individuals with Major Depressive Disorder are well-documented across multiple sources. According to Talkspace, DBT enhances quality of life, improves social skills, self-image, and concentration, while decreasing physical symptoms like body aches and headaches ([DBT for Depression](https://www.talkspace.com/mental-health/conditions/articles/dbt-for-depression/)).

Specific benefits include:

- Improved Emotional Regulation: Learning to manage and regulate emotions can reduce the intensity and duration of depressive episodes, as supported by Clearview Treatment ([DBT for Depression Treatment](http://clearviewtreatment.com/resources/blog/dbt-depression-treatment/)).

- Reduced Suicidal Ideation and Self-Harm: DBT has been shown to decrease suicidal behaviors and self-harm, crucial for those with severe MDD, as noted by Cleveland Clinic ([Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)](https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/22838-dialectical-behavior-therapy-dbt)).

- Better Interpersonal Relationships: Improved communication and relationship skills can help reduce feelings of isolation and improve social support, enhancing overall well-being.

- Increased Mindfulness and Presence: Being more present can help individuals engage more fully in life, reducing the impact of depressive symptoms, as highlighted by High Focus Centers ([Benefits of DBT Skills Training for People with Depression](https://www.highfocuscenters.com/benefits-of-dbt-skills-training-for-people-with-depression/)).

No Side Effects

Unlike antidepressants, CBT does not have physical side effects, making it a safer option for many.

Personalized Treatment

Therapy is tailored to the individual's specific needs, ensuring relevance and effectiveness.

Empowerment

Patients take an active role in their recovery, learning to manage symptoms and improve quality of life through their own efforts.

Why Choose Emerge Mental Health?

Why Choose Emerge Mental Health Emerge Mental Health offers experienced, licensed DBT therapist with a personalized approach, ensuring comprehensive support for depression.

Key features include:

Experienced Therapist: licensed professional certified in DBT (C-DBT) with extensive experience treating depression, ensuring expertise and reliability.
Evidenced-Based Treatment: utilizes latest research for effective outcomes.
Supportive Environment: safe, welcoming space for sharing experiences.
Personalized Approach: Therapy is tailored to meet individual needs, ensuring the most effective treatment plan for each client.
Empowering Tools: The focus is on equipping clients with the skills to manage depression and build a fulfilling life, resonating with the goals of DBT.

If you're ready to take control of your mental health and start your journey towards recovery, contact Emerge Mental Health today. Our team is here to support you every step of the way. Getting started is simple—contact us for an initial consultation to discuss symptoms, goals, and develop a personalized treatment plan.

woman overcoming depression due to completing online DBT therapy.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is DBT therapy?

DBT, or Dialectical Behavior Therapy, is a psychotherapy that helps individuals manage intense emotions, improve relationships, and develop coping skills, as explained by Cleveland Clinic ([Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)](https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/22838-dialectical-behavior-therapy-dbt)).

How does DBT help with Major Depressive Disorder?

DBT helps by teaching skills in mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can alleviate symptoms of depression, as detailed by Choosing Therapy ([DBT for Depression](https://www.choosingtherapy.com/dbt-for-depression/)).

Is DBT only for borderline personality disorder?

No, while originally developed for borderline personality disorder, DBT is effective for other conditions like depression, as noted by Yale Medicine ([Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)](https://www.yalemedicine.org/conditions/dialectical-behavior-therapy-dbt)).

How long does DBT therapy last?

Typically, DBT programs last from 6 months to a year, with many noticing improvements within the first few months, as per Talkspace ([DBT for Depression](https://www.talkspace.com/mental-health/conditions/articles/dbt-for-depression/)).

Can DBT be done online?

Yes, DBT can be adapted for online therapy, making it accessible to more people. At Emerge Mental Health we offer online DBT therapy.

DBT Therapy in Michigan

What to Expect in DBT Therapy at Emerge Mental Health

Benefits and Evidence Supporting DBT Therapy for Depression

Why Choose Emerge Mental Health?

Frequently Asked Questions

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