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

729 people sought dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) help in California in the last year

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

Start DBT with a licensed therapist as soon as this week

27  therapists available in San Jose

Huntington Beach

As a woman of color who has known both trauma and healing, I am deeply committed to helping individuals build the capacity to redi...

Read more
Huntington Beach

As someone with lived experience in mental health and navigating social support systems, I bring a community-based understanding t...

Read more
Huntington Beach

As a woman of color navigating societal and personal circumstances, I focus on teaching new life skills and restoring individual c...

Read more
Huntington Beach

I understand the unique challenges of navigating life as a minority, and I bring both personal experience and professional support...

Read more
Huntington Beach

As someone who has walked alongside individuals, couples, and families through trauma, loss, and life transitions, I bring an empa...

Read more

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.

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 San Jose, CA 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 San Jose accept 37 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Blue Shield of California | BCBS

  • Blue Shield of California | Medicare Advantage

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

  • HealthSpring | Medicare Advantage

  • Humana Medicare Advantage

View more
Self-pay costs at San Jose
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
★★★★★
I loved how friendly everyone I spoke with was and how easy and quick it was to make an appointment.
Sarah Sep 2025
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
Alexandra is one of the best practitioners I've ever seen. She has challenged me in the best ways, which is tough! She meets me where I'm at, listens well, and has helped me wrestle with my anxiety in a really productive and meaningful way.
Jillian Sep 2025
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
My therapist is a good listener and offers me useful advice and tools.
Jacquelynne Sep 2025
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
I have had excellent help from Thriveworks. Administrative assistance has been prompt and courteous; even when circumstances necessitated a provider switch (due to my provider leaving the business for another opportunity), this change was handled efficiently. Meetings have brought me to a much better place than I was at a year ago. Thanks for everything!
Read more
Jacob Jun 2025
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
Blanca Sevilla is by far the most helpful therapist I have ever had in my life. Her insights have been integral in me improving myself and my life. I am so grateful to have her perspective to bounce ideas off and I feel like she really listens and keeps track. She's amazing!
Read more
Rachel Jun 2025
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
I think in a general sense having more therapist available for clients there's moments I was not able to find a therapist to book with. The options were slim
Dalila Jun 2025
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
Very informative information about how to be a better person.
Bridget Jun 2025
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
Super easy to set-up an appointment! My provider is such a help she's a critical thinker and makes me think about everything. I appreciate her expertise.
Angelina Jun 2025
Thriveworks.com verified review
8 of 9 reviews

Where to find us

map-pin-blue

Address

2025 Forest Ave Suite 5
San Jose, CA 95128

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry San Jose is located in Bascom - Forest on Forest Ave where it intersects with Clarmar Way. We are in the same building as Peninsula Oral Surgery San Jose. And just before you reach us, in a separate building, is Communications Workers-America. There are also houses behind us.

device-mobile-blue

Phone number

(669) 238-4947
globe-blue

Languages spoken by CA providers

  • English
  • Spanish
clock-blue

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

Shown in PT

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

Shown in PT

6 photos

Find a provider ...