Seeking DBT Therapy in Adelaide?
At Adelaide Clinical Psychology, we offer evidence-based Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) to help you manage overwhelming emotions, improve relationships, and build long-term resilience. DBT is a structured, skills-focused approach that supports meaningful, lasting change in everyday life.
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DBT is a specialised form of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) developed to help people who experience intense emotions and difficulty managing them. It teaches four key skills: mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. These evidence-based strategies help individuals gain control over emotional responses, improve relationships, and reduce harmful behaviours.
How Dialectical Behaviour Therapy Works
For Adults:
DBT offers practical tools to help adults navigate emotional distress, strengthen relationships, and manage behaviours that may feel out of control. It has been shown to be especially effective for:
Learn more about our psychologists in Adelaide here.
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For Adolescents:
Teens often experience emotional intensity, identity struggles, or conflict at home or school. DBT for adolescents (DBT-A) helps them understand and manage their emotions while building healthier coping strategies.
It’s particularly helpful for:
DBT-A also involves parents or caregivers to help reinforce skills and create a more supportive home environment. Learn more about working with an Adelaide psychologist for adolescents here.
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For Children:
DBT for children (DBT-C) helps children learn to recognise their emotions, communicate more effectively, and improve self-control. It’s especially useful for:
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Defiance or oppositional behaviour
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Impulsivity or attention difficulties (including ADHD)
Parents play an active role in DBT-C, learning to model and reinforce key skills like emotion regulation and mindfulness in everyday settings. Learn more about working with an Adelaide psychologist for children here.
Why Choose DBT with Adelaide Clinical Psychology
When you schedule an appointment with us, we strive to make your experience seamless and stress-free. Here's what you can expect:
Tailored Support:
Every DBT program is personalised to meet your specific needs. Whether you’re navigating emotional overwhelm, behavioural concerns, or relationship challenges.
Collaborative Care:
For children and teens, we actively involve parents and caregivers to create consistent support both in and out of sessions.
Safe, Supportive Environment:
Our psychologists create a welcoming space where you can explore emotions, build insight, and practise new strategies with guidance and encouragement.
Start DBT Therapy in Adelaide
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming, but we're here to make it simple. Our team will help match you with the right psychologist for your needs and goals.
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Call our practice or fill out the contact form, and we’ll be in touch to answer any questions and help you get started.
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Explore our full range of evidence‑based approaches on the Treatment Modalities page.