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DBT Therapy in Colorado Springs

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Life can feel overwhelming when emotions seem too big to handle or relationships feel constantly strained. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a proven, evidence-based approach that helps individuals manage intense emotions, build healthy coping skills, and create a more balanced, fulfilling life. At Dynamic Counseling in Colorado Springs, our therapists use DBT to support children, teens, and adults struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, or emotional regulation challenges.

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What is DBT?

DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) was originally developed to treat borderline personality disorder but has since been proven highly effective for a wide range of struggles, including:

  • Trauma and post-traumatic stress

  • Intense mood swings or emotional dysregulation

  • Self-harm and suicidal thoughts

  • Anxiety and depression

  • Difficulties with relationships or boundaries

DBT combines mindfulness practices with practical skills that help clients tolerate distress, regulate emotions, and build stronger, healthier relationships.

The Four Core Skills of DBT

DBT therapy focuses on teaching practical tools through four main skill areas:

  • Mindfulness – staying present in the moment instead of being overwhelmed by past or future worries.

  • Distress Tolerance – handling crises and strong emotions without harmful behaviors.

  • Emotion Regulation – understanding, naming, and managing feelings in healthy ways.

  • Interpersonal Effectiveness – learning how to ask for needs, set boundaries, and maintain healthier relationships.

These skills are taught in a supportive, structured way so clients can apply them in everyday life.
 

How DBT Helps Trauma Survivors

For many children, teens, and adults, trauma makes emotions feel unpredictable or unmanageable. DBT provides a framework to regain control and stability. It helps clients:

  • Build self-compassion and resilience

  • Learn grounding and calming strategies

  • Improve relationships with family, friends, and peers

  • Replace harmful coping patterns with healthier skills
     

DBT at Dynamic Counseling

At Dynamic Counseling, both Whitney Bonds and Beth Branigan offer DBT therapy in Colorado Springs.
 

  • Whitney Bonds is certified in DBT and specializes in working with children, teens, and families. She brings warmth and structure to sessions, helping clients build confidence as they practice new skills.
     

  • Beth Branigan is also certified in DBT and integrates it with trauma-focused therapies like EMDR, play therapy, and art therapy. She helps children and families learn practical tools to manage emotions and create healthier patterns at home.
     

Together, Whitney and Beth bring a compassionate, evidence-based approach to DBT therapy, tailoring it to each client’s unique needs.
 

DBT Therapy in Colorado Springs

If you or your child are struggling with overwhelming emotions, trauma, or difficulties in relationships, DBT therapy can provide the tools for lasting change. Our Colorado Springs therapists are here to help you find balance and healing.
 

👉 Learn more by connecting with Whitney Bonds or Beth Branigan today.

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