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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Programs

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches essential skills for managing intense emotions, improving relationships, and tolerating distress without turning to substances. Particularly effective for co-occurring mental health conditions and addiction.

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A New Image Counseling Servs LLC

A New Image Counseling Servs LLC in Brighton, Colorado provides intensive and regular outpatient substance use treatment for young adults, adults, and seniors. Programs serve veterans, active duty military, military families, criminal justice clients, and trauma survivors. Payment is by cash or self-payment, and services are available in Spanish.

A New Leaf Mental Health and Wellness

A New Leaf Mental Health and Wellness, located in Cedar Rapids, IA, specializes in outpatient services for adults and seniors dealing with substance use issues. The center employs a variety of evidence-based methodologies, including cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational incentives, and the Matrix Model, to administer effective treatment. What distinguishes this facility is its commitment to personalized care, developing customized treatment plans that meet the specific needs of each individual. A New Leaf Mental Health and Wellness is open to both men and women, fostering a welcoming and supportive atmosphere. By prioritizing high-quality care and customized programs, the center is devoted to assisting individuals in their recovery journey.

A New Outlook Recovery Services

Situated in Littleton, CO, A New Outlook Recovery Services provides extensive treatment for substance use disorders aimed at both adults and young adults. The facility focuses on addressing co-occurring substance use and significant mental health issues in adults, along with serious emotional challenges in children. Offering various outpatient treatment alternatives like intensive outpatient and day treatment, the center delivers personalized care through methods such as 12-step facilitation, anger management, and brief intervention. Specialized programs exist for active duty service members, adult men, and adult women. A New Outlook Recovery Services is dedicated to delivering high-quality care for those pursuing a renewed journey towards recovery.

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A New Perspective Counseling Centers, located in Loveland, CO, provides expert treatment for substance use disorders for both adults and young adults in an outpatient format. The center utilizes proven methods such as brief intervention, cognitive behavioral therapy, and the Matrix Model in their approach. What sets this facility apart is its specialized programs designed for clients involved with the criminal justice system. With an emphasis on personalized care, the center accommodates clients of all genders. The knowledgeable staff at this center delivers high-quality support to assist individuals on the path to recovery.

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Situated in Fort Collins, Colorado, A New Perspective Counseling Centers delivers targeted outpatient programs for individuals grappling with substance misuse. Their approach centers on concise interventions, cognitive behavioral techniques, and the established Matrix Model. This facility is especially equipped to assist men and women entangled with legal proceedings, excluding driving under the influence offenses, offering personalized assistance throughout their healing journey. A New Perspective Counseling Centers is dedicated to furnishing excellent support and fostering a renewed perspective on life for clients in a structured and caring setting.

A New Philosophy

Day treatment, intensive outpatient, and regular outpatient programs are available at A New Philosophy in Albion, Maine, with tracks for adolescents, veterans, military families, and forensic clients. Payment is by self-pay or an income-based sliding fee scale, so insurance is not required.

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Longview, WA

"A New Safehaven" in Longview, WA, delivers thorough substance abuse care for adults and young adults. This center features distinct programs for adult males, adult females, and individuals involved with the criminal justice system. They provide a range of services including intensive outpatient, outpatient, and standard outpatient care. Employing proven methods such as brief intervention, cognitive behavioral therapy, and contingency management/motivational incentives, "A New Safehaven" guarantees individualized treatment plans. Committed to excellence and customized assistance, the facility aims to guide clients toward sustained recovery. Both men and women looking for successful addiction treatment will discover a nurturing and effective environment here.

A New Start II LLC
Central City, KY

A New Start II LLC in Central City, KY provides extensive outpatient recovery services for adults and adolescents aiming to overcome addiction and co-occurring mental health challenges. The center features specialized detox, addiction treatment, and personalized support for those with significant emotional difficulties. Focusing on unique recovery paths, the facility offers outpatient detox and medication management using methadone, buprenorphine, or naltrexone. The curriculum incorporates proven methods like 12-step support, emotional regulation strategies, and brief therapeutic interventions to foster lasting sobriety. Recognizing the importance of tailored environments, A New Start II LLC operates distinct programs for men and women, fostering a nurturing and gender-appropriate space for healing and growth.

A New Way Counseling

"A New Way Counseling" in Pocatello, ID, delivers thorough support for adults struggling with substance use and co-occurring mental health challenges. They offer structured programs including intensive outpatient, standard outpatient, and day treatment, all grounded in proven therapeutic methods such as anger management, cognitive behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing. The center also features distinct programs for teenagers, adult men, and women, alongside inclusive services for older adults and individuals of any gender. Their commitment is to providing excellent care to guide clients toward lasting recovery.

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Fort Washington, MD

A Plus Counseling Center, located in Fort Washington, MD, delivers extensive recovery support for adults and older adults facing addiction and coinciding mental health challenges. Their services include intensive outpatient care, outpatient detox, and outpatient counseling, all grounded in proven methods like 12-step encouragement, emotional regulation, and concise intervention strategies. The center features targeted programs for active military personnel, young people, and adult men, accommodating a wide range of individuals. Both male and female clients benefit from personalized attention from skilled practitioners. A Plus Counseling Center distinguishes itself through its high standard of care and customized treatment approaches designed for each person's specific requirements.

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A Positive Alternative, situated in Seattle, WA, provides a variety of evidence-supported treatment options for adults and young adults dealing with substance use and concurrent mental health issues. The center features intensive outpatient, outpatient, and standard outpatient treatment modalities that incorporate cognitive behavioral therapy, the Matrix Model, and motivational interviewing techniques. This facility has tailored programs for men and women, addressing the distinct needs of each group. Committed to delivering high-quality care and personalized treatment strategies, A Positive Alternative is a reliable option for individuals pursuing effective rehabilitation services in Seattle.

A Safe Haven
Chicago, IL

"A Safe Haven" in Chicago, IL, delivers a wide array of services for addiction recovery. The center specializes in substance use treatment through various programs, including intensive outpatient, outpatient, and standard outpatient options. Employing methodologies like 12-step support, brief interventions, and cognitive behavioral therapy, the facility serves both adults and young adults regardless of gender. With particular attention to active duty military personnel, adult men, and women, A Safe Haven customizes its programs to address the specific requirements of each client. Additionally, clients have access to options such as transitional housing, halfway houses, and sober living environments. The center's dedication to high-quality care makes it an essential resource for individuals pursuing recovery and healing.

A Safe Haven
Chicago, IL

"A Safe Haven" in Chicago, IL, delivers extensive support for substance use recovery. They offer various outpatient options, such as methadone, buprenorphine, or naltrexone treatment, alongside general outpatient services designed for adult women dealing with addiction and co-occurring mental health challenges. Their approach incorporates 12-step facilitation, anger management techniques, and brief interventions, serving a diverse age range from young adults to seniors. Notably, they provide specialized programming for individuals who have endured intimate partner violence, domestic violence, and sexual abuse. "A Safe Haven" is committed to delivering excellent care to guide people toward lasting recovery.

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Chicago, IL

In Chicago, Illinois, "A Safe Haven" provides extensive services for substance use disorders, including transitional accommodations and supportive sober living. The center offers a spectrum of care, from intensive outpatient to regular outpatient programs, all individualized for each client. Their therapeutic framework incorporates proven methods like 12-step facilitation, brief intervention, and cognitive behavioral therapy. "A Safe Haven" is dedicated to assisting adult males, active service members, survivors of domestic abuse, and adults across the age spectrum. Committed to high-quality treatment and tailored guidance, the facility supports individuals of any gender embarking on their path to recovery in a secure and encouraging setting.

A Safe Place Empowerment Network Inc

Intensive outpatient and regular outpatient care in Gastonia, North Carolina, treating substance use disorders alongside serious mental illness in adults and serious emotional disturbance in children. ASPEN serves adolescents, veterans, trauma survivors, and clients with HIV/AIDS, offers buprenorphine and naltrexone, accepts Medicaid and Medicare, and provides a sliding fee scale and sign language services.

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Meridian, MS

"A Second Chance," situated in Meridian, MS, provides outpatient addiction treatment for adults. This center is particularly adept at assisting individuals impacted by domestic or intimate partner violence. Employing proven therapeutic methods such as 12-step facilitation, cognitive behavioral therapy, and the Matrix Model, the program is designed for adults and young adults pursuing effective recovery. "A Second Chance" is committed to offering personalized support and a secure, encouraging setting for those starting their path to sobriety.

A Time to Rise Csl and Wellness LLC

A Time to Rise Csl and Wellness LLC in Brewer, ME, specializes in extensive substance abuse recovery services for adults and adolescents, including those facing dual diagnoses. Their flexible treatment options range from intensive outpatient to standard outpatient, all personalized for each individual's journey. Employing proven methods like anger management, brief intervention, and cognitive behavioral therapy, they deliver exceptional care to all genders. Their distinctiveness lies in dedicated programs for co-occurring conditions, empowering clients toward sustained sobriety and enhanced wellness.

A Turning Point Family and

Situated in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, A Turning Point Family provides extensive addiction rehabilitation services for both adults and young adults. This center is dedicated to detoxification, treatment for substance use disorders, and managing co-occurring mental health issues. It offers a variety of treatment formats, including intensive outpatient programs, outpatient care, and day treatment. The facility employs strategies such as 12-step facilitation, anger management, and brief interventions. Specialized programs are designed for active-duty military personnel as well as for adult men and women. With a commitment to delivering exceptional care for all individuals, A Turning Point Family emphasizes the importance of addressing substance use alongside mental health challenges, aiming to support clients in achieving long-term recovery and enhanced well-being.

A Turning Point of Colorado Springs

A Turning Point of Colorado Springs, in Colorado Springs, CO, provides robust outpatient treatment options, including intensive, regular, and general outpatient care for addiction. Their specialized services encompass 12-step program integration, anger management techniques, and brief intervention strategies. This facility is dedicated to offering tailored care for adults, adolescents, and young adults of all genders. Their distinctive approach involves crafting individualized treatment plans to meet the unique requirements of each person. For those in search of empathetic and thorough addiction treatment, this center delivers excellent services to aid in their path to recovery.

A Walk to Freedom Counseling LLC

Outpatient substance use treatment for adolescents through seniors is available at A Walk to Freedom Counseling LLC in Auburn, Washington, with intensive and regular outpatient options. Programs address pregnant and postpartum women, older adults, criminal justice clients, and people with co-occurring pain or mental health disorders. Medicaid, private insurance, and self-payment are accepted.

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Thousand Oaks, CA

Wildwood Recovery in Thousand Oaks, CA, provides extensive addiction rehabilitation for adults and young adults. This center delivers hospital-based inpatient detox and care for substance abuse issues and accompanying mental health challenges. Emphasizing 12-step guidance, emotional regulation, and concise therapeutic strategies, Wildwood Recovery features distinct tracks for adult men, adult women, and individuals with dual diagnoses. Customizing treatment to address individual requirements, the program guarantees high-quality support and care for all clients embarking on their path to sobriety.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)?
DBT is a comprehensive cognitive-behavioral treatment teaching skills for managing intense emotions, improving relationships, and tolerating distress without using substances. Originally developed for borderline personality disorder, DBT is highly effective for addiction, especially with co-occurring mental health conditions. It balances acceptance and change strategies.
What are the four modules of DBT?
DBT teaches four core skill sets: 1) Mindfulness - present-moment awareness without judgment; 2) Distress Tolerance - surviving crises without making things worse; 3) Emotion Regulation - understanding and managing intense feelings; 4) Interpersonal Effectiveness - asserting needs while maintaining relationships. These skills directly support addiction recovery.
How is DBT different from CBT?
While both are cognitive-behavioral approaches, DBT adds emphasis on validation, acceptance, mindfulness, and dialectical thinking (balancing opposites). DBT is more structured with skills training groups, individual therapy, phone coaching, and therapist consultation teams. It's particularly effective for emotional dysregulation and self-destructive behaviors often present in addiction.
Who benefits most from DBT for addiction?
DBT is especially beneficial for individuals with co-occurring conditions like depression, anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, or those who experience intense emotions, impulsive behaviors, self-harm, relationship difficulties, or haven't succeeded with other treatments. It's highly effective for complex, chronic addiction cases.
What does DBT treatment involve?
Standard DBT includes weekly individual therapy, weekly skills training group (2-2.5 hours), phone coaching between sessions for crisis situations, and therapist consultation team meetings. Treatment typically lasts 6-12 months. Some programs offer modified DBT adapted for addiction treatment settings.

About Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), developed by Dr. Marsha Linehan in the 1980s, is a comprehensive cognitive-behavioral treatment combining acceptance and change strategies. While originally designed for borderline personality disorder, DBT has proven highly effective for addiction treatment, particularly for individuals with emotional dysregulation, impulsive behaviors, and co-occurring mental health conditions.

The Four DBT Skill Modules

DBT teaches four essential skill sets directly applicable to addiction recovery:

  • Mindfulness: Developing present-moment awareness without judgment; observing thoughts, emotions, and urges without automatically reacting
  • Distress Tolerance: Surviving crises and tolerating difficult emotions without making situations worse through substance use or impulsive actions
  • Emotion Regulation: Understanding, naming, and managing intense emotions; reducing emotional vulnerability
  • Interpersonal Effectiveness: Asserting needs, maintaining self-respect, and strengthening relationships while managing conflicts

DBT Treatment Structure

Standard DBT includes four components: weekly individual therapy addressing specific issues and treatment targets, weekly skills training group (2-2.5 hours) teaching the four modules, phone coaching between sessions for applying skills during crises, and therapist consultation teams ensuring quality treatment. Adapted DBT models exist in addiction treatment settings, maintaining core principles while adjusting format.

Who Benefits from DBT

DBT is particularly effective for individuals with co-occurring depression, anxiety, PTSD, personality disorders, or those experiencing intense emotions, impulsive behaviors, self-harm, chronic suicidal ideation, relationship difficulties, or who haven't succeeded with other treatments. DBT addresses complex, chronic cases requiring comprehensive skills training.

Dialectics in Recovery

"Dialectical" refers to balancing opposites - acceptance AND change. DBT validates current struggles while promoting change. In addiction, this means accepting yourself while working toward sobriety, acknowledging difficulty while building skills, and recognizing both strengths and areas needing growth. This balanced approach reduces shame and resistance while supporting sustainable change.

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Medically Reviewed Updated October 2026

Reviewed by licensed addiction specialists. Information reflects current clinical guidance.

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