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1,084 people sought dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) help in South Carolina in the last year

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16  therapists available in South Carolina

Columbia

As a member of the lgbtqia+ community, with long term health conditions, I understand how important it is to have someone to talk ...

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Greenville

As a compassionate, person-centered therapist with more than a decade of experience, I use evidence-based approaches to help you f...

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Columbia

I help you build the confidence and clarity to live a more empowered, authentic life....

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Rock Hill

Having lived experience with trauma, loss, and complex family relationships—including being a forever mother and part of a militar...

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Columbia

As one who has experienced personal trauma, I have an authentic understanding of how we are impacted by painful life circumstances...

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Columbia

Many of us are just going through life with only the means of breathing and not living, but as a clinician, it is my duty to guide...

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Greenville

I know firsthand the pain of life and mental illness, and my passion is to provide hope to those who feel hurt, lonely, and misund...

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Columbia

Seeking help for life’s challenges makes you powerful and can lead to personal growth....

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Rock Hill

As someone who has walked through the deep grief of losing my mother, I understand how painful life transitions can reshape us and...

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Greenville

As someone who navigates the complexities of life and social systems related to race, gender, mental health, and overall identity,...

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Charleston

I will work with you to establish a better quality of life....

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Greenville

As a queer non-binary person, I understand the importance of feeling seen, heard, and valued....

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Rock Hill

Kathleen has served as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 25 years. She works with clients from the age of 18 through the ...

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Charleston

Drawing from my journey with anxiety, self-esteem, and postpartum challenges, I am dedicated to helping both men and women find st...

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Greenville

I am dedicated to creating a safe and supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered in their journey toward...

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Greenville

I understand that every person is living their unique experience and I believe that everyone is deserving of support....

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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 , SC 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 South Carolina accept 29 insurance plans

  • Absolute Total Care | Healthy Connections Medicaid

  • Aetna

  • Ambetter from Absolute Total Care | Commercial

  • AnMed Employee Program

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina | BCBS

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Clover Health Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

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Self-pay costs at South Carolina
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

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Where to find us

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Phone number

(803) 636-8059
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Languages spoken by SC providers

  • English
  • Spanish
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Support Hours

Wednesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Thursday 8:00am - 11:00pm
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

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