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Frequently asked questions
What is DBT?
General
DBT was originated by Marsha Linehan in 1991 and was originally designed for those suffering from Borderline Pesonality Disorder. Recently, it has been shown to be effective with substance abuse, eating disorders, anxiety, and depression. Clients who struggle with managing intense emotions, have unstable relationships, and engage in impulsive of self-damaging behaviors can benefit from DBT. DBT is a modification of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). A key assumption in DBT is that self-destructive behaviors are learned coping techniques for intense and negative emotions.
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