Author: Dr. Christopher Deussing Personality disorders are entrenched patterns of inner experiences & behaviors that deviate from an individual’s cultural norms. These patterns manifest in 2 or more realms: (a) emotions, (b) cognitions, (c) impulse control, & (d) interpersonal relationships. These patterns are ubiquitous across multiple spheres of functioning (Bhui, 2018). Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) […]

Authors: Dr. Christopher Deussing & Sydney Sears Unlike many modalities, an essential part of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is group therapy. In Levels 1 & 2 DBT, groups mainly focus on skills building, which is different than more traditional process groups where participants are encouraged to explore their experiences in deeper ways. In DBT groups, […]