MAIN SERVICES
COMMON SPECIALTIES & approaches
availability-icon

Offered in-person & online

Our therapists offer DBT / dialectical behavior therapy in Boca Raton, FL

Get in-person or online care, and cover the majority of the costs with your insurance.

Get in-person or online care, and cover the majority of the costs with your insurance. Scheduling is easy — call our team and they’ll help you find your perfect match.

Find a provider Call (561) 566-6801

All Boca Raton services

Connect with a therapist, psychiatrist or counselor near you
http://Verywell%20mind%2013%20Best%20online%20Therapy%20Services%20of%202024
http://Thriveworks%20Choosing%20Therapy%20Award%20Logo%20for%20Best%20Online%20Therapy%20Options%20with%20Insurance%20for%202023

1,103 people sought dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) help in Florida in the last year

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

Meet with a provider as soon as this week

Rebecca Cantor
Rebecca Cantor She/Her
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT)
Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card), Carelon, +19 more
Domestic Abuse, Narcissism, LGBTQIA+, Coping Skills, Infidelity, +11 more

Rebecca is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Licensed Attorney with over 20 years of experience in high conflict divorce cases invol... Rebecca is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Licensed Attorney with over 20 years of experience in high conflict divorce cases involving the needs of minor children. Read more

Next opening: Mon Apr 28, 3 pm View all availability
Rachael Cohen
Rachael Cohen She/Her
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card), Carelon, +19 more
Military / Veteran, Anger, Coping Skills, Infidelity, Self Esteem, +10 more

Next opening: Mon Apr 28, 9 am View all availability
Rachel Spiller
Rachel Spiller She/Her
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
Aetna, AvMed, Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card), +24 more
Anger, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Stress, Women’s Issues, +5 more

It is difficult to admit that you need help. My work begins with a focus on the therapeutic alliance, as it is crucial in fostering open communication... It is difficult to admit that you need help. My work begins with a focus on the therapeutic alliance, as it is crucial in fostering open communication. Read more

Next opening: Tue Apr 29, 3 pm View all availability

Thank you for sharing , we’ll reach out soon

Look for a confirmation email in your inbox shortly. We’ll help find you a provider and guide you through everything you should know about starting care at Thriveworks.

At Thriveworks, you’ll get a provider that matches your needs, and more

No membership fees or subscriptions

Evening and weekend sessions

Award-winning therapy & psychiatry

Common approaches to Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)

Rebecca Cantor

Hear from Rebecca Cantor, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT)

View Rebecca Cantor's profile

What is your go-to approach for dialectical behavior therapy?

My go-to approach for helping people in dialectical behavioral therapy is to introduce them to workings of their own mind, explain the mechanics of heightened emotional responses, and help them have compassion for themselves. When my clients find space for self-empathy, then they can also find a place to begin feeling better in a whole new way.

What tools do you teach in dialectical behavior therapy?

I teach the four modules in DBT, including mindfulness skills, distress tolerance skills, emotional regulation skills, and interpersonal effectiveness skills. Some of my favorite tools are TIPP skills, Giving Hands, DEAR MAN, GIVE FAST, and chain analysis.

How do you know when a client is making meaningful progress in dialectical behavior therapy?

I know my client is making meaningful progress when they report to me that they are applying their skills and seeing a reduction in their feelings of anxiety or depression when they use their skills.

What can clients do in their personal time to supplement dialectical behavior therapy?

Clients can supplement their time in DBT therapy by seeking an opportunity each day to be mindful and non-judmental of their own thoughts and feelings. It only has to be 5 minutes a day to begin to see change.

What should someone do to prepare for starting dialectical behavior therapy?

To prepare for their first DBT session, someone can take three deep breaths. DBT is not scary. DBT is a chance to learn, in a simple and effective way, how to feel better in almost every situation you find yourself in.

Read more
Leaf Seperator

Starting Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)

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 Boca Raton, FL 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.

Leaf Seperator

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our Boca Raton therapists and counselors accept 20 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • AvMed

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Carelon

  • Carelon | Medicare Advantage

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

  • Florida Blue | BCBS | Blue Cross Blue Shield

  • Florida Blue | Medicare Advantage

Show more
Self-pay costs at Boca Raton
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

5.0 Learn about verified reviews
View all reviews
★★★★★
I have had a great experience. Scheduling is very easy and they send you reminders. My mental health has improved tremendously and I am very happy that I was able to seek treatment. Me counselor is the best!!! Thank you!
sean Feb 2024
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
Excellent service.
Sean Jan 2024
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
Pamela has been my counselor for nearly 6 months. She has helped me understand the different relationships I have with my friends and acquaintances. Now I am better able to navigate relationships.
Boca Raton Sep 2022
Review left on Thriveworks.com
★★★★★
Pamela really helped me through some difficult issues; she helped me to understand the people in my life and how to interact with them and understand why they are how to understand them. With that knowledge, I am better able to interact. It is very helpful to have someone I can share everything with. And Pamela is that person for me.
Read more Pamela really helped me through some difficult issues; she helped me to understand the people in my life and how to interact with them and understand why they are how to understand them. With that knowledge, I am better able to interact. It is very helpful to have someone I can share everything with. And Pamela is that person for me.
Boca Raton Sep 2022
Review left on Thriveworks.com
★★★★★
My husband and I sought counseling due to several significant issues in our marriage. We were distraught and on the verge of divorce. Jeannie's approach to marriage counseling led us through a process that changed my perspective on my husband's actual needs and his to my needs. We didn't hear what the other was truly saying! I would highly recommend Jeannie to work with any couple from minor issues to major issues in their marriage.
Read more My husband and I sought counseling due to several significant issues in our marriage. We were distraught and on the verge of divorce. Jeannie's approach to marriage counseling led us through a process that changed my perspective on my husband's actual needs and his to my needs. We didn't hear what the other was truly saying! I would highly recommend Jeannie to work with any couple from minor issues to major issues in their marriage.
Boca Raton Feb 2020
Review left on Thriveworks.com
★★★★★
Jeannie was my counselor for over a year. When I met her my life was a mess. I can genuinely say that I am healthy, I graduated college, I focus on the positive that life has to offer. Jeannie is an amazing therapist!
Boca Raton Feb 2020
Review left on Thriveworks.com
Leave a review
View all reviews

Where to find us

Address Show map

7999 N Federal Hwy Suite 200
Boca Raton, FL 33487

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Boca Raton is located right off of Highway 1, on the west side of the highway. Our office is right in front of the Wick Theatre and neighbors the Lomnitzer Law Firm. We're also across the street from Steinway Piano Gallery and Particle Theory Labs.

Phone number

(561) 566-6801

Languages spoken by FL providers

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

Shown in ET

Monday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Thursday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Friday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm

Shown in ET

11 photos

Locations Florida Boca Raton counseling & therapy Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) in Boca Raton
Thriveworks trees top left
Thriveworks trees top right
Call now
or,
Book online