A type of psychotherapy that helps individuals develop psychological flexibility to manage difficult thoughts and emotions. It's not about eliminating negative feelings, but rather about accepting them as part of life while committing to actions aligned with personal values.

It's a short-term, goal-oriented approach designed to help individuals identify and change negative or unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors that contribute to emotional distress

DBT focuses on teaching specific skills to help individuals regulate their emotions, tolerate distress, improve interpersonal relationships, and develop a more balanced perspective on life. 

It involves gradually exposing individuals to situations, objects, or thoughts that trigger symptoms of distress/discomfort while simultaneously preventing them from engaging in their usual compulsive or avoidance behaviors. This process helps individuals learn to be more accepting of discomfort, reduce their reliance on ritualized behaviors, and ultimately gain control over their symptoms.