A Comprehensive DBT and RO-DBT Program Long Beach and Irvine

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A Closer Look at Our Treatment Options

Our therapy programs are designed with depth and flexibility to meet your unique needs. Whether you're starting with Standard DBT or exploring RO-DBT, each approach includes a variety of services tailored to support your journey. Below, you’ll find the key components that make up each treatment path so you can understand exactly what to expect and what’s available to you.

Standard Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

 Focuses on managing disinhibited emotions

A Proven Approach to 
Emotional Balance

Learn Mindfulness &
Coping Strategies

Empowering Teens to Navigate Emotions and Build Resilience

Radically Open DBT
(RO-DBT)

 Helps people become more open, flexible, and emotionally expressive.

Understanding RO-DBT and Its Impact on Treating Eating Disorders

Understanding Connection and Communication

Unlocking the Potential of High Achievers

What is Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and RO-DBT

We are Southern California’s premier Comprehensive DBT and RO-DBT group practice serving individuals and families both in-person and virtually. Our team of clinicians is foundationally trained in DBT and Level-3 Trained in Radically Open DBT

 

Standard Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Focuses on managing disinhibited emotions

Designed to help individuals who experience intense emotional dysregulation, impulsive behaviors, and overwhelming distress, typically referred to as Emotional Undercontrol (UC). This form of therapy targets unregulated thinking patterns, emotions, and actions that interfere with daily life. It is especially helpful for those who struggle to manage their emotional reactions, often feeling like their emotions are “too much” or out of control.

Take the First Step Toward Managing Intense Emotions

Radically Open DBT (RO-DBT)

Helps people become more open, flexible, and emotionally expressive.

Aimed at individuals dealing with Emotional Overcontrol (OC). Developed by Dr. Thomas Lynch, RO-DBT helps those who tend to suppress emotions, avoid risks, and have difficulty forming close relationships. These individuals might appear highly controlled, perfectionistic, and socially isolated.

Open Up to Change—Discover the Power of RO-DBT

Why Choose Us

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Experienced and certified clinicians

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Personalized treatment plans

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Proven evidence-based therapies

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Supportive and compassionate environment

Testimonials

  • DBT Center of Long Beach was a shining light while my world was crumbling. My teenage son was experiencing a mental health emergency, and I had no idea how to navigate this world. Tiana was so comforting during intake, making me feel like it was the perfect place to care for my baby. Tiana and her staff are so welcoming and warm. My son is thriving after being with his therapist, Nicole. She communicates with me frequently but still holds his privacy as a priority. If I ever have a concern or question, she is immediately available. DBT Center of Long Beach has not only given my son the tools he needs to navigate his emotional and mental health, but they have also helped ease my anxiety. I can't thank them enough for caring for my baby.

    Jessica Lara

  • I provided RO DBT consultation to this team of dedicated and enthusiastic clinicians. They are passionate and committed to helping their clients and their mental health community. I would refer anyone to this team who is serious about participating in RO DBT or standard DBT treatment.

    Kristen Fritsinger

  • Tiana and her team are the best in the DBT therapy space. She’s nationally recognized as a subject matter expert in this field and it shows in the way she operates the business and treats her clients. The team at DBT Long Beach work well together and the individual therapy that’s provided is best in class. The office and location are also convenient and welcoming. I highly recommend this practice to anyone looking for outstanding therapy and a support group of people.

    Natalie Ramezani

  • Tiana is an incredible DBT therapist, such a powerhouse, bringing only the best of clinicians together to build an amazing DBT team. She has so much care and compassion for her clients, knows the best ways to explain difficult concepts, and the skills of DBT to know how to help. Talk to her about what you're going through and you'll see!

    Natasha V