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Offered in-person & online

Our therapists offer DBT / dialectical behavior therapy in Austin, TX

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168 licensed therapists & providers in Texas—4 in Austin. Available as soon as today, in person and online

Therapy for every life stage

Our providers work with individuals, couples, families, & teens for anxiety, depression, grief, & more

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We accept UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, BCBS Plans, Humana, Aetna, & many more. Self-pay options available, no membership fees

Patients who get better

94% of patients feel truly understood by their provider. 3 out of 4 see improvement in depression & anxiety symptoms within 3 months

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1,148 people sought dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) help at Austin in the last year

Discover how starting dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) therapy can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

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Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) FAQs

What is dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)?

At Thriveworks, Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) primarily concentrates on assisting individuals in emotion regulation, enhancing interpersonal relationships, and acquiring effective coping strategies for managing stress and emotional difficulties.

How does DBT work?

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) targets your personal challenges. You may work with your DBT therapist to maintain diary cards to monitor progress, emphasizing validation and support in the therapeutic relationship. DBT follows a stage-based approach, prioritizing crisis reduction initially and life satisfaction.

What is DBT best used for?

DBT was initially developed to address the needs of individuals with borderline personality disorder (BPD). However, its versatile approach has enabled its application to a wide range of mental health conditions, including but not limited to, anxiety, depression, stress, and anger issues.

What are the 4 pillars of DBT?

The 4 pillars of DBT are mindfulness, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance.

Is DBT better than EMDR?

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) have distinct purposes and aren’t inherently superior or inferior to one another. DBT is most effective for managing emotional regulation, personality disorders, and interpersonal challenges, while EMDR is specifically tailored for individuals with trauma-related conditions like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Is DBT conducted in person or online?

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) with therapists at Thriveworks in Austin, TX is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How many months is DBT?

The duration of a standard DBT program is typically around 24 weeks, which is roughly six months. The actual number of sessions will vary depending on the issues you wish to address.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurance and we offer self-pay options too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Austin accept 58 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Aetna Medicare Advantage

  • Ambetter by Superior Health Plan

  • Baylor Scott and White Health Plan

  • Baylor Scott and White Health Plan Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas HMO

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas PPO

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas | Blue Advantage HMO (BAV)

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas | Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas | MyBlue (BFT)

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Self-pay costs at Austin
Talk therapy

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Psychiatry

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$1

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Hear from our clients

4.5 Learn about verified reviews
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The thing I appreciated most was that my provider allowed me to understand why I feel the way I do with no judgment. She allowed me to see that I’m only human and a person who has been through extreme life altering events. She gave me the opportunity to see how sports impacted me as a person and utilized it as an analogy so I could understand my situation.
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Thomas Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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My experience with my provider has been great and very useful. I was apprehensive to start therapy at first but now I realize how helpful it really has been for myself, my family, career and my life.
Swati Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Dr Fallon was the realism I needed to break through my brain fog, I appreciate her insightfulness and her ability to speak candidly while validating and working toward solutions for core issues.
Emilia Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Jesus is an active listener. He also is very patient.
Reiko Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Excellent service both an administration and in care.
Ciara Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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I really enjoyed talking to guy. I felt like she really listened and has the right experience and attitude to help me get where I need to go from here.
Mariana Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Enjoyed my first session.
Theodore Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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This is my first time with therapy and I have felt very comfortable with the whole experience and have found it to be helpful throughout my day to day and would definitely recommend this to someone struggling with their own challenges.
Alexa Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Where to find us

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Address

7004 Bee Cave Road Suite 222
Austin, TX 78746

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Austin is located near Bee Caves Road and Edgegrove Drive, off Capital of Texas Highway. It is right by the Wild Basin Creative Research Center and close to Hill Country Animal Hospital

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Phone number

(512) 601-5098
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Languages spoken by TX providers

  • English
  • Spanish
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Hours

Friday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Saturday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Sunday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Monday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Thursday 8:00am - 9:30pm

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Friday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Monday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Thursday 8:00am - 11:00pm

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