Dbt

I recently did a 14 month intensive dbt inpatient course n I found it super helpful. Anyone else done dbt? x

Dbt actually saved my life! Anyone else?

Willow

Willow,

What does this involve? I’m seriously considering doing intensive DBT, however I have to be certain it’s going to be worth my time, energy, mind, heart, soul..and not be let down most importantly. I know I’m my biggest contender here. However I get anxious about starting something and as soon as it’s not up to what I expect (not unreasonabl expectations) from therapist or coach.
I have a unique background and hve lived a life full of questions.

I feel as though no one can put themselves in my shoes to fully understand my spins. Because not anyone but me has live this life I’m walking. So to bout trust in a workbook that is printed sometimes on #######5 copy paper or emailed. Like that’s not taking it serious. So I lose interest I. That particular therapist. (I’ve tried

Much like alll else when living with BPD,

We’re you able to work with intensive therapy? Or do you go somewhere and basically live for months until your better?

I don’t know. Please help

hey,

im sorry im a bit late in replying!

I went to an inpatient dbt ward. It mostly centres on how to manage intense emotions etc, i found that distraction works well for me.
Its not for everyone but i would definitely recommend, if youre willing to put in the work it can be life changing.

i hope this helps

willow

With the health insurance companies the way they are, it is a struggle to get into a paid 60-day inpatient program. Most are 30-days. This was my experience 34 years ago.
I never thought that addiction could happen to me.

Most people don't get better in 30 days.
I went from a 60-day inpatient to an intensive (3 days/wk) outpatient to Aftercare until I 'graduated'.
I was a regular at AA meetings. I tried NA & EA. I attended spiritual getaway weekends. I tried organized religion. I became social again as the fear & shame subsided.

Lately there has been a bigger emphasis on mental well-being. We read about the daily horrors in the news. Will it get any better?
All I can do is keep myself well & recognize mental illness around me.
I was given a 'helping hand' once. Yes, it saved my life also. I try to help others by sharing with them what happened to me, what I did about it & where I am today. I donate to food cupboards & charities to pay forward what was given to me.