Teen DBT skills group
- Mondays, 5:00–6:00 pm ET
Comprehensive DBT
Build a life that feels more manageable—and more worth living.
When emotions escalate quickly, relationships become intense, or the same painful patterns keep repeating, DBT offers a structured way to build more stability, respond differently in difficult moments, and create meaningful change that carries into everyday life.
Current groups
Skills group times.
Groups run weekly and virtually. A consultation confirms the current opening, whether a group is joined on its own or as part of comprehensive DBT, and which track fits.
Adult DBT skills group
- Wednesdays, 5:00–6:30 pm ET
Schedule reviewed August 26, 2026. Times can change as groups fill—confirm current openings during your free consultation.
At a glance
What this care can include.
- Weekly individual DBT therapy
- Weekly skills training group
- Between-session phone coaching as needed
- Clinician consultation team supporting adherence
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DBT balances acceptance with meaningful change.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy helps people understand intense emotional experiences, reduce behaviors that create additional suffering, and build practical skills for real-life situations. “Dialectical” reflects the central balance of the treatment: accepting your experience as it is while also working toward change.
What makes a program comprehensive?
Comprehensive DBT is more than a therapist occasionally teaching a DBT skill. Its coordinated structure includes individual therapy, skills training, phone coaching, and a clinician consultation team. Each component supports a different part of the change process.
- Pre-commitment consultation: clarify goals, fit, expectations, and readiness.
- Individual therapy: address target behaviors and apply skills to your specific life.
- Skills group: learn mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.
- Phone coaching: receive brief support applying skills between sessions when clinically appropriate.
Who may benefit?
DBT may be considered when intense emotions, impulsive behaviors, self-harm, suicidal behavior, unstable relationships, or repeated crises are significantly interfering with life. A consultation helps determine whether comprehensive DBT, DBT-informed individual therapy, or another treatment approach is the best next step.
Referred for DBT?
You do not need to start from the beginning.
If a psychiatrist, therapist or treatment team has already recommended DBT, the consultation is shorter and more practical: current group openings, which track fits, what your plan covers, and how soon you could start. Bring your referring provider's name and we will coordinate with them directly, with your written permission.
The four skills modules
Skills for a life worth living.
Every comprehensive DBT client learns the same four skill families—taught in group, practiced between sessions, and applied in individual therapy.
Therapist fit
Clinicians connected to this service.
Availability, insurance participation, and exact service fit should be confirmed during consultation.
Accepting new clients
Dr. Gabriela Figueras
Postdoctoral Psychology Resident
DBT-centered care for preteens through older adults and families by telehealth across Florida, at reduced postdoctoral rates.
Accepting new clients
Dr. Marah Knightner (Friedman)
Licensed Psychologist
Doctoral-level psychology provider
Supportive and change-oriented care for teens, young adults, and families who want practical tools for a more fulfilling life.
Waitlist — 3–4 months
Dr. Bethany Harris
Owner & Licensed Psychologist
Doctoral-level psychology provider
A warm, reflective partner for clients seeking meaningful change, emotional balance, and a therapy relationship grounded in trust.
Comprehensive DBT
Ready to ask about DBT?
Use a free DBT consultation to review the four program components, current group schedules, and whether comprehensive DBT is the right level of care.