Dialectical Behavior Therapy in Hawaii
This website informs about comprehensive treatment of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) in Hawaii using Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
Dialectical Behavior Therapy is a form of psychotherapy designed specifically for individuals experiencing problems such as:
- Intense anger or rage
- Overwhelming shame and guilt
- Difficulty managing other emotions
- Unstable and intense relationships
- Impulsive & reckless behavior
- Chronic feelings of emptiness
- Self-harm behaviors (e.g. self-cutting)
- Suicidal urges, thoughts or attempts
Many people with these problems meet criteria for a condition called Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). It is not unusual for individuals diagnosed with BPD to also struggle with other problems – depression, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), anxiety, eating disorders, or alcohol and drug problems.