Ride the Wave

A DBT Summer Crash Course

Introduction to DBT Skills

This 3-part monthly workshop is a 2.5 hour DBT-Informed workshop for college-aged adults with elements of expressive arts, sandtray techniques and EMDR therapies.


What Is Dialectical Behavioral Therapy?


Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is a therapeutic approach that combines principles of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) with mindfulness and acceptance strategies.

Key components of DBT include:

  1. Dialectics: DBT emphasizes the integration of seemingly contradictory concepts, encouraging individuals to accept themselves while also acknowledging the need for change. It promotes finding a balance between acceptance and change.

  2. Mindfulness: Mindfulness skills are a core component of DBT. Individuals are taught to be fully present in the moment, observe and describe their experiences without judgment, and participate in activities with full attention.

  3. Distress Tolerance: DBT teaches skills to cope with crises and distressing situations without resorting to destructive behaviors. These skills include distraction techniques, self-soothing activities, and strategies for accepting and tolerating distress.

  4. Emotion Regulation: Individuals learn to identify and manage intense and fluctuating emotions. The focus is on understanding the function of emotions, recognizing emotional triggers, and developing healthier ways to regulate and express emotions.

  5. Interpersonal Effectiveness: This component helps individuals improve their communication and relationship skills. It focuses on assertiveness, setting boundaries, and balancing the needs of the individual with the needs of others.

Facilitated by a Highly Experienced Therapist at Avenues

Reagan Rodrick, LPCC-S, CCTP, C-DBT is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with Supervisory distinction and certifications in trauma and DBT.

What You Will Learn In This Workshop

PART 1 - June 14, 2025

  1. Enhance Mindfulness and Find Balance

    • Find out how to focus on the present and live in the moment.

  2. COpe with challenging emotions and situations

    • Discover skills to help you slow down and focus during periods of emotional turmoil.

PART 2 - July 12, 2025

  1. Responding Instead of Reacting

    • Use mindfulness to create space between emotion and action.

  2. Understanding emotions and their purpose

    • Understanding is the first step towards regulation, Learn steps to feel in control of your emotions.

PART 3 - August 9, 2025

  1. Building a Balanced Life Through Awareness

    • Integrate mindfulness into your daily routines to foster emotional balance.

  2. What is Dialectics and How Does It Apply?

    • How do you ‘come to terms’ when two seemingly conflicting things are true at the same time?

Where:

This DBT workshop will be held in Avenues of Counseling and Mediation’s Medina Office, located just South of the Historic Medina Square. Parking is available on the street and in multiple lots just South of our location, at 230 S. Court St.

 
 


Schedule and Cost

This 2.5-Hour DBT Workshop is not covered by insurance. The self-pay cost is $55. If you have a Health Savings Account (HSA), you may be able to be reimbursed.

Call the office to sign up or schedule online now!