Wondering if a DBT skills group is the right fit for your teen? Answer the questions below and find out!
- Does your teen sometimes feel "bad" or "upset" without knowing why?
- Does your teen seem as though they are on an emotional roller coaster, with little control over extreme emotions?
- Do your teen's emotions often get the best of them, leading them to do something they later regret?
- Does your teen tend to judge him/herself or make statements about disliking him/herself?
- Does your teen tend to dwell on the negative?
- Does your teen try to avoid feelings by shutting down?
- Does your teen engage in self-destructive behaviors (like self-harm)?
- Does your teen tend to ignore their own needs or happiness, but focus on making others happy?
- Do they tend to struggle socially - becoming friends with others who don't treat them fairly, or having very intense relationships quickly?
- Do they feel alone and/or misunderstood?
- Do they tend to worry excessively?
- Do they tend to struggle with standing up for themselves and being assertive?
- Do they seem anxious, either caused by a specific trigger or for seemingly no reason?
- Are they struggling with communication with family, peers, teachers?
- Do they feel hopeless or unsure of whether things can improve?
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If you answered YES to at least 3 of these questions, a DBT skills group might be a great way to support your teen. Fill out the form below and I will contact you to schedule a phone call to explore the next best steps.