Awake DBT

01/21/2026

Reminder! You can use the DBT skill TIPP skill during an anxious wave or anytime you need to "reset" your nervous system!

😰 Anxiety Spiking at Work? Try These 3 TIPP skills

1️⃣ Cold water on wrists or neck – quick temperature change = nervous system reset
2️⃣ Box breathing – in for 4, hold for 4, out for 4, hold for 4
3️⃣ Wall push – engage muscles to burn off adrenaline

These DBT skills work in the moment — no extra equipment, no leaving your desk.

✨ Want to learn more?
Learn DBT with us → awakedbt.com

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01/21/2026

😵‍💫 Sleep, fuel, and mood... it’s not a mystery.

Ever feel like a meltdown comes out of nowhere? Often, it doesn’t. The DBT PLEASE skills help connect the dots: poor sleep, skipped meals, or stress on the body can lead to emotional overwhelm.

✨ Take care of your body — your emotions will thank you.

Now enrolling for Standard DBT (Campbell + hybrid options).

👉 Start here → awakedbt.com

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01/13/2026

Fear after high school is something we see all the time in young adults. When structure falls away, uncertainty can feel overwhelming. This blog breaks down why this fear is so common and how one DBT skill can help young adults take the next step forward.
👉 Read more on our blog and share with someone who might need this today:
https://www.awakedbt.com/blog/fear-after-high-school-how-dbt-can-help-you-move-forward

Interested in our program? Visit (awakedbt.com) to learn more & book a free consult call!

Many of the young adults we work with share a similar fear after high school. Once the structure of classes, schedules, and familiar expectations disappears, uncertainty sets in. Questions about the future become louder. What now? What if I choose wrong? What if I fall behind? This fear is not a

12/17/2025

Feeling overwhelmed by adult life?

If you’re a neurodivergent young adult struggling with:
💭 emotional ups and downs that feel hard to control
💔 intense relationships or repeated conflict
😵‍💫 burnout, shutdowns, or anxiety around work or school
⏳ feeling “behind” your peers or unsure how to adult
🔁 knowing what to do but not being able to do it consistently

You’re not broken. And you’re not alone. 💛

At Awake DBT, we specialize in supporting neurodivergent young adults who want practical tools for emotional regulation, relationships, and navigating real-life demands — without masking or shame.

✨ Our comprehensive DBT program includes:
🧠 Individual therapy
👥 Weekly DBT skills groups with peers who get it
🛠️ Practical skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and relationships
🌈 Support that honors neurodiversity, sensitivity, and nervous system needs

📅 We are currently accepting consultations for January openings. Book your call here 👉 https://www.awakedbt.com/contact-1

If you or your young adult is tired of just “talking about it” and ready to learn skills that actually help day-to-day life feel more manageable, we’d love to connect. 🤍

📩 Send us a message or visit our website (Awakedbt.com) to schedule a consultation.

✨ You don’t have to do adulthood alone.

12/16/2025

Have you ever opened up to someone about a difficult emotion, only to be met with advice or a quick fix? Maybe you were told to "look on the bright side" or offered solutions before you even finished speaking. While these responses often come from a place of love, they can leave us feeling

12/13/2025

Yesterday, Awake DBT had the pleasure of attending a Recovery.com networking event at Lisa’s Tea Treasures in Campbell. Marian Ross led us through thoughtful and engaging activities, and we loved connecting with so many amazing organizations in the community!
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12/12/2025

10/28/2025

📣 Last Call for October!

We have a few Standard Adult DBT spots left — perfect timing to build structure before the holiday season hits. If you've been thinking about starting DBT, now’s the moment.

✨ Give yourself the tools to stay grounded, no matter what the season brings.

👉 Book today → awakedbt.com

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10/26/2025

💡 Feeling off lately? Start with PLEASE.

Sometimes emotional dysregulation is your body’s way of asking for the basics: treat Physical illness, balance Eating, avoid mood-Altering substances, get good Sleep, and Exercise.
These are your foundation — and they matter more than you think.

🛠️ Learn DBT skills that actually help.

👉 Start here → awakedbt.com

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10/23/2025

🧠 Parents: PLEASE for Teens — Realistic, Not Perfect.

Teens don't need to be perfect. They need consistency, care, and skills that work in real life. The DBT PLEASE skills help teens take care of their bodies so their emotions don’t spiral.

💬 In our Teen & Family DBT program, we teach realistic tools for real challenges — because regulation starts with the basics.

👉 Teen/Family DBT → awakedbt.com

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10/19/2025

🚨 TIPP Skills = Fast Relief When Emotions Spike

Cold water. Intense movement. Paced breathing. Paired muscle relaxation.
The TIPP skills are your go-to for immediate emotion regulation — when you’re spiraling, melting down, or ready to snap.

📌 Save this quick sheet for later — it’s your in-the-moment lifeline.

🧰 Want the full DBT toolkit?

👉 Get started → awakedbt.com

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