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Comprehensive DBT Program

DBT Structure:
Clients engage in weekly individual therapy sessions, participate in group skills training, and may access phone coaching between sessions. For adolescents, parental involvement is integral. All therapists undergo weekly consultation meetings. This comprehensive approach ensures adherence to DBT principles.

Individual DBT Therapy:
Sessions are highly collaborative, focusing on problem-solving, mindfulness, and behavior change. Clients track behaviors and emotions, fostering positive change through structured yet personalized sessions.

DBT Skills Training:
Clients learn emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness in 24-week cycles. Additional modules cater to adolescents and families, emphasizing communication and coping strategies. *See Schedule*

Family Support:
Parental involvement is crucial in teen DBT programming, with our Parent DBT Skills Training ( *See Schedule* ) fostering shared learning and practice. 

What is the Comprehensive DBT Program?

Answer: The Comprehensive DBT Program at True Blue Behavioral Health is an evidence-based treatment designed to help individuals with emotional dysregulation. It combines weekly DBT Skills Training, individual therapy, and phone coaching to provide clients with the support they need to manage intense emotions, improve relationships, and reduce harmful behaviors. 

Is the Comprehensive DBT Program covered by insurance?

Answer: Well, it depends.  DBT treatment has many components of treatment that are not paid for by any health insurance at this time, including but not limited to skills training classes, phone sessions, parent coaching, crisis intervention, and case coordination with schools and psychiatrists. At this time, no insurance is covering these services. We have been able to get the cost down by billing insurance for the individual and family counseling for those insurances we are in-network with and we provide Superbill receipts for out-of-network insurances to issue reimbursement if covered. 

How much does the Comprehensive DBT Program cost?

Answer: The cost of the Comprehensive DBT Program includes:

  • Admissions Intake: $200
  • Out-of-Network: Weely Rate: $300 
  • In-Network: Weekly Rate: $150 (*individual therapy fee covered by insurance)


Clients can self-pay or utilize CareCredit to establish a payment plan for non-covered services (DBT Skills Training, Phone Coaching, and Therapy if out-of-network).

How long does the Comprehensive DBT Program last?

Answer: Outpatient Comprehensive DBT requires at least six months of treatment, but it often takes a year or longer to complete; based on individual needs and treatment goals. This flexible structure allows clients to progress at their own pace with the support of our clinicians. 

Who is the Comprehensive DBT Program for?

Answer: The program is ideal for individuals struggling with intense emotions, impulsivity, and difficulties in relationships. It is particularly effective for those with borderline personality disorder, depression, anxiety, self-harm behaviors, and substance abuse

Where is the Comprehensive DBT Program located?

Answer: The program is located at 3261 Old Washington Rd STE 2020, Waldorf, MD 20602. 

How do I sign up for the Comprehensive DBT Program?

Answer: To get started, contact our office at (301) 200-2051 or complete a self-referral form or provider referral form through our website. A provider will follow-up with you within 24 hours, Monday-Friday.

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