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Stacey Santamarina

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

My go-to approach for helping people in DBT therapy is to explain the benefits and give an overview of some tools they will be learning, such as emotional regulation, frustration tolerance, radical acceptance, and mindfulness. I find the best benefit is finding a tool that works for the client, and once they start using the tool, they can see the benefit.

What tools do you teach in dialectical behavior therapy?

One of the main tools I teach in DBT is mindfulness. Mindfulness is teaching the client to stay in the present moment, recognizing they have no control over things that happened in the past but they can learn from them; worrying about the future increases anxiety and wastes time. The only control a person has is in their current surroundings. I teach the importance of recognizing your surroundings to help slow down your brain and concentrate on the present.

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 share that their anxiety has decreased — less racing thoughts and “what if” statements — and is progressing toward their goals.

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

Clients can supplement their time in DBT by reading books or listening podcasts about DBT.

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

To prepare for their first DBT session, an individual just needs to be open-minded to trying new tools.

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 West Palm Beach, 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.

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 West Palm Beach therapists and counselors accept 21 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • AvMed

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Carelon

  • Carelon | Medicare Advantage

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

  • Florida Blue | BCBS | Blue Cross Blue Shield

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Hear from our clients

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Tips regarding state of mind and for anxiety
Priscilla Mar 2025
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Great experience from the beginning with scheduling and I'm very appreciative of Ms. J Celestin.
Camille Mar 2025
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It was easy and my provider is very real and down to earth. She was ready to talk to and connect with
Lori Mar 2025
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Ease in making appointments
Shanda Mar 2025
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My therapist, Kathy, is fabulous and very patient with me. I feel amazing each time I get off line from her - baby steps !!
Linda Feb 2024
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Jessica Campbell is amazing. I would highly recommend her.
John Feb 2024
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Thanks for the convenience of services and matching with a Christian Therapist Kathy is wonderful!
Kim Feb 2024
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She is an amazing therapist very easy to talk to
Kim Jan 2024
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry West Palm Beach is located near the intersection of Australian Ave and Belvedere Rd, just west of Interstate 95. Our office shares a building with Embassy Suites by Hilton West Palm Beach Central, as well as Romano Law Group, among other businesses. The closest bus stop is Australian Ave at Belvedere Rd.

Phone number

(561) 903-2450

Languages spoken by FL providers

  • English
  • Spanish
  • Creole
  • French
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