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Supportive dialectical behavior therapy in Long Beach, CA

At Neuro Wellness Spa Long Beach, we offer personalized, compassionate dialectical behavior therapy to help you reclaim hope and restore your well-being.

5838 East Naples Plaza,
Long Beach, California 90803
  • Insurance
  • Our approach
  • What is dialectical behavior therapy?
  • Why Neuro
  • Care offerings
  • Services
  • Our experts
  • Testimonials
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  • FAQ

Insurance accepted

Neuro Wellness Spa accepts most major insurance providers to ensure you receive accessible, affordable DBT in Long Beach without unnecessary barriers.

Let us help you through the maze.

  • Aetna insurance logo accepted at Neuro Wellness Spa for mental health services
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance accepted at Neuro Wellness Spa
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  • Blue Shield insurance provider logo accepted at Neuro Wellness Spa
  • Carelon behavioral health insurance accepted at Neuro Wellness Spa
  • Cigna health insurance logo accepted at Neuro Wellness Spa clinic

Our approach to dialectical behavioral therapy in Long Beach

With compassion and respect, we treat various mental health conditions utilizing Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) in Long Beach. We lead with empathy and care, tailoring treatment to your unique needs.

Philosophy of compassionate care

We focus on building the skills you need to regain control and improve your quality of life. DBT skills will help you navigate intense emotions, build healthier coping strategies, and strengthen interpersonal relationships.

Clinical therapies offered

At Neuro Wellness Spa, we use core DBT techniques, including mindfulness, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance. We offer in-person and online DBT therapy so you can access high-quality care no matter where you are.

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What is dialectical behavior therapy in Long Beach?

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy is a well-researched, proven therapeutic method. It was originally developed to treat borderline personality disorder, but is now used for a range of mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, substance use disorders, and eating disorders. DBT teaches you skills to manage intense emotions, handle distress, improve relationships, and practice mindfulness for lasting well-being.

Symptoms addressed by DBT in Long Beach

What leads someone to consider Dialectical Behavior Therapy?

When should you seek Dialectical Behavior Therapy?

Dialectical behavioral therapy in Long Beach helps you recognize your symptoms and develop skills to manage them effectively. Those skills can be applied to multiple areas in your life, including:

  • Physical: Fatigue, sleep disturbances, eating issues, or impulsive actions
  • Behavioral: Risky behaviors, trouble maintaining relationships, self-harm, or suicidal thoughts
  • Emotional/psychological: Mood swings, emptiness, anger, stress intolerance, underachieving, emotional dysregulation

There isn’t one single reason people seek dialectical behavior therapy. DBT is often recommended when intense emotions, impulsive behaviors, or unstable relationships begin to significantly impact daily life and overall well-being.

A combination of biological, psychological, and environmental factors can contribute. Some individuals may have a genetic predisposition to emotional sensitivity or mood-related challenges, while neurological differences can affect how emotions are processed and regulated.

Environmental influences, such as trauma, neglect, or growing up in an invalidating environment, can shape emotional responses and coping patterns over time. Major life transitions, chronic stress, and difficult relationships can also trigger or intensify these challenges.

It may be time to consider DBT if your emotions feel overwhelming or difficult to manage, or if your reactions are starting to affect your relationships and quality of life.

Common signs include:

  • Intense or rapidly changing emotions
  • Difficulty managing stress or anger
  • Impulsive or self-destructive behaviors
  • Unstable or conflict-heavy relationships
  • Feeling out of control or easily overwhelmed

DBT offers a structured, skills-based approach to help you build emotional regulation, improve relationships, and respond to challenges in healthier ways, supporting long-term stability and well-being.

Why choose Neuro Wellness Spa in Long Beach?

Our DBT programs will support you with respect and compassion through every step of your healing journey, helping you build emotional growth and lasting change.

Services we offer

Our compassionate team at Neuro Wellness Spa works with you to determine the specialized mental health treatment that will work best for you. We are here with you every step of the way on your journey.

In-person & online psychiatry

Our psychiatry services connect you with experienced psychiatrists who provide comprehensive, compassionate support in-person and online, allowing you to receive care anywhere.

Medication management

Oftentimes, medication management is a useful part of a treatment plan. Our team will work with you to find the right medication for your needs and closely monitor your progress along the way.

Psychotherapy

Our psychotherapy program offers therapeutic care from a dedicated team, providing personalized treatment and emotional support in person and online.

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Teen psychiatry & psychotherapy

Our teen services include adolescent psychiatry for medication management and therapy provided by teen mental health experts. 

TMS therapy

Our evidence-based TMS therapy option supports adults seeking non-invasive treatment for mental health disorders.

Our DBT experts in Long Beach, CA

Our board-certified psychiatrists and DBT therapists in Long Beach are committed to providing a listening ear and helping you build the skills needed to improve your life.

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Frequently asked questions

What conditions does DBT in Long Beach treat?

DBT was originally developed to treat BPT to help with intense emotions and impulsive behaviors. But it can also be used for conditions like anxiety, depression, PTSD, eating disorders, and self-harming behaviors.

How is DBT different from CBT therapy in Long Beach?

While CBT focuses on changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, DBT builds on that by adding skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and improving interpersonal relationships.

What are the four core DBT skills taught in Long Beach therapy sessions?

DBT focuses on four main skill areas: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. You will gain these important skills that will help you through life circumstances as they come up.

Is DBT therapy in Long Beach, CA, done individually or in groups?

At Neuro, you can choose individual therapy, group counseling, or a combination of both, depending on your needs.

How long does a DBT program last at the DBT center in Long Beach?

Individual therapy can take as long as you need, while group therapy lasts around 6-12 weeks.

Can DBT therapy in Long Beach, CA, help with borderline personality disorder and self-harm?

Yes, DBT was created specifically for borderline personality disorder and has strong evidence for helping reduce self-harm behaviors. It teaches healthier ways to cope with emotional pain and build stability over time.

Is DBT therapy in Long Beach, CA, covered by insurance?

Yes, most of the insurance plans we accept cover DBT. Give us a call, and we are happy to confirm your coverage.

How do I get started with DBT therapy at Neuro Wellness Spa in Long Beach?

You can schedule an appointment online or give us a call, and our team will help you through it. We appreciate you taking the first courageous step towards recovery!