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Group Therapy

Adult DBT Group in California

This group will help you with a variety of mental health issues using Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).

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Group Focus:

This Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) group will help you develop skills focused on increasing emotional resilience and improving relationships.

DBT is a therapy centered around skills including mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. Participants will learn practical strategies to navigate challenges, improve emotional regulation, and manage distress. This an ongoing group that involves eight specific lessons. Participants are welcome to join the group at any time as long as they are able to attend eight sessions.

Participants: Adults of all genders are welcome to participate. Those experiencing anxiety, depression, mood instability, stress, and challenges in social or interpersonal skills may find the most benefit from learning these DBT skills. Anyone experiencing active psychosis or a personality disorder not actively engaged with an individual provider may not be well suited for this setting

Cost: Insurance and self-pay accepted in California.

To get registered for the Adult DBT Group in California

To get registered for the Adult DBT Group in California

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Facilitator:

Sarah Appleton, LMFT

Sarah Appleton is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist & Professional Clinical Counselor in California with more than 15 years of experience.

Getting Started

When:
Virtual on Tuesdays from 5 to 6 p.m. Starting in June 3, 2025

To Register:
Please call 858-987-8041 or log on to your LifeStance Health patient portal and send a message directed to Intake or complete the below form and our intake team will contact you.

Initial Assessment May Be Required
An initial assessment with the group therapy leader may be required to determine if the group is a good fit for the participant.

Mckenze’s Group Form No consent

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Call to get registered for the Adult DBT Group in California

Call to get registered for the Adult DBT Group in California

858-987-8041

Virtual Online Sessions

Call Now: 858-987-8041

The Adult DBT Group is being offered via Virtual Online Sessions, and is not meeting in-person at this time. An Internet connected device will be required. Specific directions on accessing the sessions will be provided after your registration is completed.

If you have any additional questions please call: 858-987-8041.

LifeStance Health Therapists & Psychiatrists in California

Virtual Sessions Available for all California Residents

Participating Providers

LifeStance Sarah Appleton

Sarah Appleton

PsyD, LMFT

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