Prolonged Exposure Therapy (DBT-PE) for Adults Teens & Children in Maryland, Virginia & D.C.
Prolonged Exposure Therapy for Trauma
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What is DBT-PE?
DBT Prolonged Exposure Therapy (DBT-PE) is a specialized modality designed to support individuals in stage 2 of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), focusing on trauma treatment. Many clients seeking our services have experienced various forms of trauma, including sexual, verbal, and physical abuse, peer trauma, relationship trauma, and natural disasters. DBT-PE also addresses the challenges faced by highly sensitive individuals whose experiences may have been invalidated by their environment, often leading to heightened emotional distress.
Our DBT-PE approach involves weekly individual therapy sessions, typically conducted twice a week, where clients learn essential skills for emotional regulation before delving into their trauma. This stage of therapy empowers clients to understand and reprocess their traumatic experiences effectively, fostering healing and resilience. The ultimate goal is to help individuals overcome PTSD symptoms, enabling them to live more fulfilling and meaningful lives. As clients progress through the therapy, they often find that they no longer meet the criteria for PTSD, marking a significant milestone in their recovery journey.
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Benefits of Prolonged Exposure Therapy
Many individuals experience a significant decrease in PTSD symptoms, allowing for a more peaceful existence. By working through their trauma, clients often report a reduction in flashbacks, intrusive thoughts, and hyperarousal, which enables them to live more fully in the present without the weight of past experiences.
DBT-PE builds greater self-awareness and helps clients understand trauma’s impact on their lives and behaviors. As you explore trauma narratives, you’ll often uncover patterns in thoughts and behaviors that stem from experiences. This self-discovery not only enhances insight into personal challenges but also facilitates personal growth, empowering you to make informed choices that align with your true self.
Through therapy, individuals can reclaim a sense of control over their lives which promotes a renewed sense of empowerment. DBT-PE emphasizes the importance of you taking an active role in the healing process and encourages you to set personal goals, take ownership of your recovery journey, and move forward with a new sense of agency.
As clients learn to navigate their emotions and trauma, interpersonal relationships often improve, leading to stronger connections. The skills acquired during DBT-PE, such as effective communication and boundary-setting, can enhance your ability to relate to others authentically. By processing trauma and understanding its effects on relationships, you can build healthier connections and experience more fulfilling social interactions.
Clients receive compassionate support from our skilled therapists which creates a safe space for healing and growth. The therapeutic alliance established in DBT-PE is crucial for successful outcomes, as it allows you to feel understood and validated. This supportive environment encourages clients to explore difficult emotions and memories at their own pace.
Reframe Your Narrative with DBT-PE
Embarking on your healing journey with DBT Prolonged Exposure Therapy (DBT-PE) can be transformative. Take the first step toward emotional freedom and resilience—connect with us today to learn more about how DBT-PE can benefit you!
Our Process
STEP 1
When you’re ready to take the first step toward healing, reaching out to us is easy and confidential either by phone or via our contact form.
STEP 2
Take our intake assessment so we can gain a clear understanding of your needs and recommend the appropriate DBT program for you.
STEP 3
Meet your dedicated therapist and begin learning valuable DBT skills that you can use throughout your healing journey, and beyond.
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