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Our therapists offer DBT / dialectical behavior therapy in The Woodlands, TX

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191 licensed therapists & providers in Texas—10 in The Woodlands. 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

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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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7,295 people sought dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) help in Texas in the last year

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

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

My go-to approach for helping people in DBT is identifying their goals and working at their pace. I find the best benefit in routine practice so that there is more sustainable progress.

What tools do you teach in dialectical behavior therapy?

I teach the following tools in DBT:

  • Identifying, understanding, and accepting emotions.
  • Challenging negative thoughts and creating alternate thoughts.
  • Introducing more intentionality into one’s life (e.g. scheduling, planning, communication, reflection).
  • Mindfulness practices – creating more awareness and intentionality.
  • Self-compassion/acceptance – ways to compliment oneself and appreciate the differences that we all have.
  • Identifying opportunities to engage in more self-compassion/self-care practices.
  • Identifying current coping strategies; finding new coping strategies.

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

I know a client is making meaningful progress in DBT when they are able to utilize tools that they have learned in therapy in their day-to-day life and feel an associated relief since the onset of treatment.

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

Clients can supplement their time in DBT with journaling, meditation, exercise, socialization, reading, and other mindfulness practices.

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

To prepare for your first DBT session, I encourage you to identify the items you want to focus on and have an answer to the statement: “I will know therapy has benefitted me when _____.” (What’s your goal of coming to therapy?).

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 The Woodlands, 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 The Woodlands 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 The Woodlands
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Hear from our clients

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No pressure, felt very comfortable.
Rafael Jun 2025Thriveworks.com verified review
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Jacqui is very caring and knowledgeable. She also has ways to help you deal with life on a daily basis.
Anabelle Jun 2025Thriveworks.com verified review
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My therapist is the best, I wouldn't change a thing.
Lindsay Jun 2025Thriveworks.com verified review
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Very friendly, quick, and accepting environment. Very helpful and comforting words! Even after just a couple sessions, I feel like I have a lot of ways to handle my issues in a very healthy and quick way. This experience has helped me a lot.
Atlus Jun 2025Thriveworks.com verified review
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Love Mycael very understand and awesome
Renae Jun 2025Thriveworks.com verified review
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My experience was wonderful. The doctors seemed to be very knowledgeable about how to deal with my issues. Looking forward to my next session.
Reagan Jun 2025Thriveworks.com verified review
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It's was easy to find someone with the skills I think i need and takes my insurance
Santiago Jun 2025Thriveworks.com verified review
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My counselor really listened
Valenntina Jun 2025Thriveworks.com verified review
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Where to find us

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Address

1201 Lake Woodlands Dr Suite 4009
The Woodlands, TX 77380

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry The Woodlands is located in The Woodlands Mall complex near Lake Woodlands Dr and Grogans Mill Rd, off I-45. It is right by The Woodlands Waterway and near Town Green Park.

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Phone number

(281) 984-6849
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Languages spoken by TX providers

  • Arabic
  • English
  • Spanish
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Hours

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

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Tuesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
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

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