Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills Training Group 
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a highly practical and direct form of therapy. DBT emphasizes working toward a life worth living by integrating mindfulness and acceptance with cognitive behavior therapy. Highly effective for adults and adolescents who have difficulty regulating ...
Hosted by DBT at Village Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DO, DrNP, PhD, LCSW, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a highly practical and direct form of therapy. DBT emphasizes working toward a life worth living by integrating mindfulness and acceptance with cognitive behavior therapy. Highly effective for adults and adolescents who have difficulty regulating ...
DBT Skills Group- Adult 
Join our DBT Skills Group and discover a world of learning, collaboration, and growth. During the 13 week process, we will discuss 4 modules: Mindfulness, Emotional Regulation, Interpersonal Effectiveness, and Distress Tolerance; while providing actionable techniques that you can integrate ...
Join our DBT Skills Group and discover a world of learning, collaboration, and growth. During the 13 week process, we will discuss 4 modules: Mindfulness, Emotional Regulation, Interpersonal Effectiveness, and Distress Tolerance; while providing actionable techniques that you can integrate ...
Adult DBT Skills Group (via telehealth) 
The Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills group is a comprehensive cognitive-behavioral treatment for young adults who have difficulties with impulse control, mood disturbances, anxiety, depression, self-destructive behaviors, eating disorders, addictive behaviors, interpersonal skills and chronic suicidal ideation. The following 5 modules ...
Hosted by Meredith O'Brien
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCIEDC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fair Haven, NJ 07704
The Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills group is a comprehensive cognitive-behavioral treatment for young adults who have difficulties with impulse control, mood disturbances, anxiety, depression, self-destructive behaviors, eating disorders, addictive behaviors, interpersonal skills and chronic suicidal ideation. The following 5 modules ...
Teen Therapy Support Groups - DBT & CBT Skills 
For girls and boys ages 13-17 who need to learn healthy coping skills and develop self esteem. (Includes, but not limited to, adolescents with Depression, Cutting and Anxiety diagnosis.) Girls and Boys meet separately. We use modern techniques including DBT ...
Hosted by Lauren Muriello
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Montville, NJ 07045
For girls and boys ages 13-17 who need to learn healthy coping skills and develop self esteem. (Includes, but not limited to, adolescents with Depression, Cutting and Anxiety diagnosis.) Girls and Boys meet separately. We use modern techniques including DBT ...
Multi-Family Adolescent DBT Group 
Weekly multi-family DBT skills group to learn all modules of DBT (Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, Interpersonal Effectiveness). Currently meeting virtually!
Hosted by Liz Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ho Ho Kus, NJ 07423
Weekly multi-family DBT skills group to learn all modules of DBT (Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, Interpersonal Effectiveness). Currently meeting virtually!
Adolescent DBT Skills Group 
This group, led by experts in dialectical behavior therapy, teaches teens and their parent(s) the following DBT skill modules: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and walking the middle path. This engaging and practical group includes handouts, take-home exercises, ...
Hosted by Center for Cognitive Behavior Therapy
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Group meets in East Brunswick, NJ 08816
This group, led by experts in dialectical behavior therapy, teaches teens and their parent(s) the following DBT skill modules: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and walking the middle path. This engaging and practical group includes handouts, take-home exercises, ...
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) - Adults 18+ 
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is an evidenced based treatment developed by Dr. Marsha Linehan. Combining cognitive-behavioral techniques for emotion regulation and reality testing with concepts of distress tolerance, acceptance, and mindfulness, the DBT skills group provides a supportive environment for ...
Hosted by HBH Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCADC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Brick, NJ 08723
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is an evidenced based treatment developed by Dr. Marsha Linehan. Combining cognitive-behavioral techniques for emotion regulation and reality testing with concepts of distress tolerance, acceptance, and mindfulness, the DBT skills group provides a supportive environment for ...
Young Adult DBT Skills Group (telehealth/in-person
The Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills group is a comprehensive cognitive-behavioral treatment for adolescents and teenagers who have difficulties with impulse control, mood disturbances, anxiety, depression, self-destructive behaviors, eating disorders, addictive behaviors, interpersonal skills and chronic suicidal ideation. The following 5 ...
Hosted by Meredith O'Brien
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCIEDC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Red Bank, NJ 07701
The Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills group is a comprehensive cognitive-behavioral treatment for adolescents and teenagers who have difficulties with impulse control, mood disturbances, anxiety, depression, self-destructive behaviors, eating disorders, addictive behaviors, interpersonal skills and chronic suicidal ideation. The following 5 ...
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Teens
Same group as described for adults but tailored to the needs of teens. Teens are required to be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Prospective participants need to be referred by their current therapist or be willing to participate in individual ...
Hosted by HBH Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCADC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Brick, NJ 08723
Same group as described for adults but tailored to the needs of teens. Teens are required to be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Prospective participants need to be referred by their current therapist or be willing to participate in individual ...
DBT Group- In Person 
New Members Welcome! This DBT group will focus on the four modules: Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness. Participants will learn to balance acceptance and change, while sharing experiences in a validating and supportive environment. Our reduced out ...
New Members Welcome! This DBT group will focus on the four modules: Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness. Participants will learn to balance acceptance and change, while sharing experiences in a validating and supportive environment. Our reduced out ...
DBT Skills Group for NY, CT, PA, NJ 
Adherent DBT skills group for 6 months commitment. Covers interpersonal effectiveness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and mindfulness skills. Dr. Jessica Passman, licensed in NJ, NY, and CT, will be co-leading this group. The group will be maxed at eight members. ...
Hosted by Jennifer A Gould
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Medford, NJ 08055
Adherent DBT skills group for 6 months commitment. Covers interpersonal effectiveness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and mindfulness skills. Dr. Jessica Passman, licensed in NJ, NY, and CT, will be co-leading this group. The group will be maxed at eight members. ...
DBT Skills Group- Virtual
Empower Your Life with DBT Skills Group! Get ready to take charge of your emotions, relationships, and personal growth by joining our weekly group. You will be joined by like-minded individuals who share similar journeys and are there to provide ...
Empower Your Life with DBT Skills Group! Get ready to take charge of your emotions, relationships, and personal growth by joining our weekly group. You will be joined by like-minded individuals who share similar journeys and are there to provide ...
Adult DBT Skills Group 
This DBT group creates a validating and supportive environment, where participants' experiences and emotions are acknowledged and respected. Join us virtually for the opportunity develop a strong foundation, achieve goals, manage emotions, and develop healthy coping skills. We are in ...
Hosted by Magdalena Bania
Marriage & Family Therapist, LAMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Maplewood, NJ 07040
This DBT group creates a validating and supportive environment, where participants' experiences and emotions are acknowledged and respected. Join us virtually for the opportunity develop a strong foundation, achieve goals, manage emotions, and develop healthy coping skills. We are in ...
DBT Skills Group- In Person 
This DBT group creates a validating and supportive environment, where participants' experiences and emotions are acknowledged and respected. Join us virtually for the opportunity develop a strong foundation, achieve goals, manage emotions, and develop healthy coping skills. We are in ...
This DBT group creates a validating and supportive environment, where participants' experiences and emotions are acknowledged and respected. Join us virtually for the opportunity develop a strong foundation, achieve goals, manage emotions, and develop healthy coping skills. We are in ...
Adolescent DBT Skills Group 
New Members Welcome! This DBT group will focus on the four modules: Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness. Participants will learn to balance acceptance and change, while sharing experiences in a validating and supportive environment. We are in ...
New Members Welcome! This DBT group will focus on the four modules: Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness. Participants will learn to balance acceptance and change, while sharing experiences in a validating and supportive environment. We are in ...
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Skill Group 
This 13-week group program is designed to help individuals develop coping skills and strategies for managing painful emotions, improving interpersonal relationships, tolerating distress/overwhelm, handling conflict, and achieving a better quality of life! In group, we cover DBT's four modules: emotional ...
This 13-week group program is designed to help individuals develop coping skills and strategies for managing painful emotions, improving interpersonal relationships, tolerating distress/overwhelm, handling conflict, and achieving a better quality of life! In group, we cover DBT's four modules: emotional ...
DBT Skills Group- Virtual
Join us virtually !! This skills group has a structured therapeutic approach that is designed to help individuals develop coping skills and strategies for managing intense emotions, improving interpersonal relationships, and achieving a better quality of life. This collaborative and ...
Join us virtually !! This skills group has a structured therapeutic approach that is designed to help individuals develop coping skills and strategies for managing intense emotions, improving interpersonal relationships, and achieving a better quality of life. This collaborative and ...
DBT Group for Adolescents 
This DBT group creates a validating and supportive environment, where participants' experiences and emotions are acknowledged and respected. Join us virtually for the opportunity develop a strong foundation, achieve goals, manage emotions, and develop healthy coping skills. We are in ...
Hosted by Connie Lieberman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Colts Neck, NJ 07722
This DBT group creates a validating and supportive environment, where participants' experiences and emotions are acknowledged and respected. Join us virtually for the opportunity develop a strong foundation, achieve goals, manage emotions, and develop healthy coping skills. We are in ...
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Self-Harming Support Groups
How does therapy for self-harm work?
A person may turn to self-injury so that they can distract themselves from their stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances. Therapy can address the cause of an individual’s suffering. A therapist can help a person understand why they may want to self-harm and help the person learn new methods of coping. A person may have poor emotion regulation, and treatment such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is helpful for breaking this behaviour. In addition, treatment such as dialectical behavior therapy can help a person manage their tolerance of distress.
Which therapies are best for self-harm?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, psychodynamic, and mentalisation-based therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies are common approaches for people who have painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual cope with distress, regulate emotions, and manage impulsive urges.
Does the tendency to self-harm mean the person is suicidal?
Having this urge does not mean the individual suffers from suicidal ideation. People who want to self-injure look to distract or alleviate themselves from the pain they are experiencing. People with suicidal tendencies want to end life altogether. However, this does not mean a person with the intent to self-harm will not attempt suicide.
How often and how long are therapy sessions for self-harm?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Clients may see improvement within 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, maybe, a six-month period. People, especially those with co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, may need to continue therapy for up to 12 to 18 months.