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

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44  therapists available in Austin

McKinney

As a young adult, I understand the overwhelming feeling of life stressors and transitions as pressures of the past, present, and f...

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Fort Worth

I provide a supportive, evidence-based therapeutic environment focused on helping you navigate challenges and work toward meaningf...

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Midland

As someone with lived experience relating to trauma, I understand the need to be validated, understood and experience compassion f...

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Fort Worth

I believe that healing happens when you feel truly seen and heard, so I combine my clinical expertise with a warm, down-to-earth a...

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Cedar Park

With empathy and compassion, my goal is to help you feel heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change in your life...

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Irving

As a woman of color who has experienced trauma, I deeply understand how life can sometimes hand you situations that feel overwhelm...

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Rowlett

I know how overwhelming it can feel to face anxiety, trauma, or life’s unexpected challenges....

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Houston

As a board-certified mental health nurse practitioner, I draw on extensive clinical experience to provide evidence-based, cultural...

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Spring

As a Hispanic female who overcame multiple social barriers along the way, I can relate and empathize with people who lack and seek...

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Katy

Welcome! You have now taken the first step in our journey together. I'm honored to have you here and look forward to working with ...

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Lubbock

I am happy that you are beginning your journey toward a balanced life and I am honored to support you....

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San Antonio

Having experienced personal trauma and loss, I have a deep, authentic understanding of how painful life circumstances affect us—an...

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College Station

I am a clinician who strives to empower individuals to overcome life's challenges in a healthy and upbeat manner....

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Irving

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas, a trauma-informed clinician who has worked with clients with a variety of persona...

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Dallas

I believe everyone can benefit from therapy; whether your goal is to overcome obstacles or increase self-awareness, I want to empo...

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Missouri City

As a clinician who has worked all over the country, I have had the opportunity to help people from all walks of life, establish un...

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Austin

I am a firm believer in everybody’s potential to achieve well-being. My approach to therapy is based on principles of positive psy...

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Kingwood Area

As a daughter, friend, sister, mother, grandmother, and person who has experienced many of life's stressors, I bring compassion an...

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Austin

I’m here to understand you better and help identify the treatment goals you want to pursue....

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Arlington

As a culturally diverse woman, I bring a deep understanding of identity exploration shaped by multicultural and intersectional exp...

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Cedar Park

As a compassionate therapist dedicated to your well-being, I'm here to support you on your journey towards healing and growth....

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San Antonio

As a licensed mental health therapist, I am dedicated to providing compassionate and evidenced-based support to help individuals n...

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McKinney

As a bereaved parent, I am passionate about guiding individuals through their journey of grief and loss by providing compassionate...

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Cypress

My work exposure in different settings and among multicultural populations has taught me that everyone has what I call a "life bac...

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Waco

I know the relief and confidence you can gain from confronting difficult life experiences. I’ve experienced it and see it everyda...

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Austin

My family, friends, and I have had decades grappling with ADHD, the autism spectrum, and that balance between others and ourselves...

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Houston

The journey to balance and fulfillment begins with care that is rooted in compassion and guided by purpose....

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Pearland

I am a first-generation South Asian American Muslim therapist who understands the unique dynamics of growing up in two worlds....

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The Woodlands

Catherine Prestigiovanni is a licensed professional counselor supervisor with over 30 years of experience providing supportive psy...

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Irving

Identifying as a person of color and an immigrant who has experienced my own share of mental health and trauma struggles, I value ...

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Austin

I believe that psychiatric care should focus on providing clients with individualized treatment plans to meet their specific needs...

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Bastrop

As a nurturer by nature, I approach each session with empathy and a willingness to hear my clients....

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Austin

My personal intersectionalities and open-mindedness allows me to understand the importance of background when working towards well...

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Spring

Being human means embarking on an adventure into the uncertain and unknown. By recognizing our innate resilience in facing life’s ...

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Arlington

Asking for help is never easy. I'm here to help you sort through the challenges and offer you a safe place to be open and honest w...

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Arlington

As a Christian and a therapist, I understand the need for unified healing in the mind, body, and spirit in order to find peace and...

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Missouri City

As a busy mom who has navigated both personal and professional challenges, I’m passionate about empowering others to lead joyful, ...

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The Woodlands

I am a first-generation Jamaican American, born in New York and raised in a suburb of Austin, Texas. I value self-confidence and b...

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Irving

Understanding that mental health holds no boundaries for all people, I aim to create a safe and comfortable space for exploring an...

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Pearland

I believe that providing great service fosters meaningful and lasting rewards....

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McKinney

When you can't look on the bright side, I will sit with you in the dark....

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Irving

I find that guiding clients towards awareness of their judgments about mental health helps them be more accepting of their therape...

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Austin

Kelly Pedersen is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor who specializes in redefining perception: assisting individuals wi...

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Pasadena

Life can be challenging, and embarking on a therapy journey can feel uneasy. No matter your struggles, we can work to understand p...

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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 insurances. We accept 360+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Austin accept 57 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Aetna Medicare Advantage

  • Ambetter by Superior Health Plan

  • Auto Club Enterprises (Employers Health Network)

  • 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

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Self-pay costs at Austin
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

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My provider is approximately my age which is important for me. Being 76 I wouldn't relate to someone much younger.
Deanna May 2025
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Availability, knowledge and expertise. They all seem to have the ability to listen and advise. My only criticism is that counseling is not accessible to me in a period of crisis.
Frank Apr 2025
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Very patient and a good listener
Richard Apr 2025
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I felt like she truly care and wasn't judging me.
Cassandra Mar 2025
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I feel that my clinician is truly listening and processing the things I say. I appreciate the feedback/tools I have received thus far. I do not feel any sort of judgment or misinterpretation of what I am expressing. Claire is phenomenal!
Allison Mar 2025
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It felt great to get some of the things that were stewing in my head out to someone. As women we tend to take a lot. Gay is a very nice woman. I think I may have needed someone a little younger. We had good conversations but remembering me as a person was a struggle. Maybe it's the work load. I haven't been able to vent to anyone in a long time so it felt great to do that. I think if I seek therapy in the future that I would prefer if the work load wasn't as hard on the therapist. I do feel like the therapy was a lot of things I already knew due to past experiences. It would be nice to have therapy sessions with people who can somewhat remember our past conversations. Again Gay is a great person and tried to help me to the best of her abilities. She is a great senior therapist and could help some folks that may not know the strategies for combating stress and anxiety. I do not regret reaching out
Read more It felt great to get some of the things that were stewing in my head out to someone. As women we tend to take a lot. Gay is a very nice woman. I think I may have needed someone a little younger. We had good conversations but remembering me as a person was a struggle. Maybe it's the work load. I haven't been able to vent to anyone in a long time so it felt great to do that. I think if I seek therapy in the future that I would prefer if the work load wasn't as hard on the therapist. I do feel like the therapy was a lot of things I already knew due to past experiences. It would be nice to have therapy sessions with people who can somewhat remember our past conversations. Again Gay is a great person and tried to help me to the best of her abilities. She is a great senior therapist and could help some folks that may not know the strategies for combating stress and anxiety. I do not regret reaching out
Heather Mar 2025
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★★★★★
Amazing!!! I am beyond happy with the services provided by Dr. Nunez. She has been so amazing with my children and I am beyond grateful for her and ThriveWorks. I’d recommend her to anyone. She is incredibly talented and listens without judgement. If I could I’d give her a zillion stars for having the most positive, profound impact on our lives!
Read more Amazing!!! I am beyond happy with the services provided by Dr. Nunez. She has been so amazing with my children and I am beyond grateful for her and ThriveWorks. I’d recommend her to anyone. She is incredibly talented and listens without judgement. If I could I’d give her a zillion stars for having the most positive, profound impact on our lives!
West Lake Hills Sep 2018
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I needed someone who was strong, kind, listened and was action oriented who had the experience to deal with the trauma I was struck with when I experienced severe loss of a loved one in 2016. Linda was and is present, intelligent, professional, human, warm and kind and at every session she has offered me practical solutions to face my life and my day to day activities. I highly recommend her. She Is so good it is very hard to get an appointment with her but if you can get one keep it. She is fabulous and will heal your spirit and soul in a safe and loving place. I love her strength more than anything and her optimism that anyone can get to a better place and not be stuck in pain and hopelessness. She is healing my heart and I feel like I have found a person who truly cares. This is a very good place.
Read more I needed someone who was strong, kind, listened and was action oriented who had the experience to deal with the trauma I was struck with when I experienced severe loss of a loved one in 2016. Linda was and is present, intelligent, professional, human, warm and kind and at every session she has offered me practical solutions to face my life and my day to day activities. I highly recommend her. She Is so good it is very hard to get an appointment with her but if you can get one keep it. She is fabulous and will heal your spirit and soul in a safe and loving place. I love her strength more than anything and her optimism that anyone can get to a better place and not be stuck in pain and hopelessness. She is healing my heart and I feel like I have found a person who truly cares. This is a very good place.
West Lake Hills Sep 2017
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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 in Building 3, Ste 222, on the corner of FM 2244 and St. Stephens School Rd. Our building is the last building in the row going toward Bee Cave, and the entry is across from Gold Tier Real Estate. If you are going west and past the Texaco station, you have gone too far. If you are going east, the office is located in building 3 in the first group of buildings after the Texaco station. The office is located on the west side of the building with TruPlay Games and The Cagle Law Firm.

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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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Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm
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Monday 8:00am - 11:59pm
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