What Is DBT?
Therapy is the cornerstone of effective addiction treatment, but for optimal results, a patient’s treatment plan must be customized for their needs. For some people, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) provides the catalyst for change that other forms of therapy do not. So, what is DBT, and how is it different from other therapies for addiction? […]
How to Utilize Dialectical Behavior Therapy in Addiction Treatment
Detox is not the sole benefit of a comprehensive treatment program. After substance use is paused, clients must be encouraged to explore some of the underlying factors that may have contributed to their self-medicating with drugs or alcohol. Then, new strategies must be learned and practiced, helping them improve all aspects of life moving forward. […]
