Therapists in Pennsylvania specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Below you’ll find a list of therapists in Pennsylvania who specialize in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and are available for online and in-person therapy sessions. You can review each therapist’s profile page to decide if they’re right for you, and then easily book an appointment.
Skill-based therapy focused on communication, management, and validation of painful emotions. Four key areas include mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. Often used to treat depression, bulimia, binge-eating, bipolar disorder, and substance abuse.
Finding Psychologists, Therapists, and Counselors in Pennsylvania
Finding a therapist in Pennsylvania may be easier in the city of Pittsburgh. Online therapy may be a good option if you live in more rural areas or if a therapist with a particular specialty is not located near you.
Out of pocket costs for therapy in Pennsylvania will run between $100 - $120+ per session. For couples counseling and family therapy, costs might start at $110 - $130+ per session. First appointments with a therapist tend to be a little longer and may cost a little more. Also, it’s important to note that specialized services can cost more.
There are currently over 27,000 counselors working in Pennsylvania with licenses, including Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), and Psychologists (Ph.D. and Psy.D.).
If you think you might qualify for free or reduced-cost services from the state, take a look at the PA.gov website and/or see if you qualify for Medicaid.
Licensed clinicians (and even interns) are held to strict practice guidelines to protect clients. If you’d like to learn more about identifying and reporting misconduct, learn more here.