Cincinnati Center for DBT

Cincinnati Center for DBT The Cincinnati Center for DBT provides therapy and DBT to individuals with big emotions.

Getting a new mental health diagnosis can bring up a lotfear, relief, grief, validation, or all of the above.A diagnosis...
03/07/2026

Getting a new mental health diagnosis can bring up a lotfear, relief, grief, validation, or all of the above.

A diagnosis is meant to guide treatment and help you better understand your experiences. But stigma and misunderstanding can make it hard to process.

If you’ve recently been diagnosed, remember:
• Your feelings are valid
• You don’t have to figure this out alone
• You are more than a label

In our latest blog, Robyn Williams, LPCC, shares practical ways to cope with a new diagnosis and move forward with clarity and support.

Read more:
🔗 https://www.cincinnaticenterfordbt.com/coping-with-a-new-diagnosis/

It’s Social Work Month, and today we’re celebrating Christina 💙At Cincinnati Center for DBT, Christina is known for her ...
03/07/2026

It’s Social Work Month, and today we’re celebrating Christina 💙

At Cincinnati Center for DBT, Christina is known for her warmth, authenticity, and calm presence. Clients and colleagues alike describe feeling safe, validated, and truly seen around her.

She brings a deep commitment to learning and practicing DBT with excellence always asking thoughtful questions, diving into training, and striving to get it right for the people she serves.

Her balance of humor, gentleness, and knowledge makes her an incredible social worker and teammate. We are so grateful she’s part of our team.

Learn more about Christina:
🔗 cincinnaticenterfordbt.com/christina

Today is Dissociative Disorders Awareness Day 💜Dissociation is the mind’s natural defense mechanism when something feels...
03/05/2026

Today is Dissociative Disorders Awareness Day 💜

Dissociation is the mind’s natural defense mechanism when something feels overwhelming or unsafe. It can look like zoning out, feeling disconnected from your body, emotional numbness, or like the world around you isn’t real. For many people, it’s an automatic survival response not a choice.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) can help by teaching grounding skills, mindfulness, and distress tolerance tools that bring you back into the present safely and gently.

You are not “crazy.” Your nervous system learned to protect you. And new skills can help you feel more in control.

Anxiety can be one of the biggest obstacles when it comes to important moments in our lives. This is where the 5-4-3-2-1...
03/04/2026

Anxiety can be one of the biggest obstacles when it comes to important moments in our lives. This is where the 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Technique can be of use. This technique is designed to bring your awareness back to the present moment through the use of your five senses. This allows for you to effectively distract from or manage anxious thoughts and sensations.

Today is Self‑Injury Awareness Day 💛 and it’s also National Compliment Day! 🌟Self-injury often stems from overwhelming e...
03/02/2026

Today is Self‑Injury Awareness Day 💛 and it’s also National Compliment Day! 🌟

Self-injury often stems from overwhelming emotions and feelings of self-criticism. Small acts of kindness, encouragement, or genuine compliments can help someone feel seen, valued, and less alone. At Cincinnati Center for DBT, we help clients develop healthier coping strategies through DBT skills like mindfulness, distress tolerance, and self-validation.

You never know how a kind word might help someone today. Healing is possible, and support can come in many forms including simple, heartfelt compliments.

Learn more about DBT and self-injury support:
🔗 https://www.cincinnaticenterfordbt.com/therapy-services/dbt/

Senioritis… or burnout? 🎓When the finish line is close but motivation is gone, it can feel impossible to “finish strong....
02/28/2026

Senioritis… or burnout? 🎓
When the finish line is close but motivation is gone, it can feel impossible to “finish strong.” In her newest blog, Robyn Williams, LPCC, breaks down why senioritis is often just burnout in disguise and what you can do about it.
If you’re a high school or college senior struggling with:
• Low motivation
• Slipping grades
• Skipping assignments
• Feeling mentally exhausted
You’re not lazy. You might be burnt out.
Robyn shares practical, DBT-informed tips to help you:
✔ Stay present for final memories
✔ Take care of your mental and physical health
✔ Build in realistic rewards
✔ Count down to graduation in a motivating way
Senior year is a huge milestone. You deserve support getting there.
Robyn works with teens and adults in a compassionate, judgment-free way and she is currently accepting new clients.
Read the full blog here:
https://www.cincinnaticenterfordbt.com/senioritis-or-burnout/

02/27/2026

Before there were therapy apps… there were everyday ways we coped. Some of the things we did growing up helped us regulate, express ourselves, or feel connected, even if we didn’t have language for it yet. Today, DBT offers structured, research-backed ways to strengthen those capacities on purpose.

🌟 Psychologist Month Spotlight: Emma Pierce, MA, Psychology Trainee 🌟This Psychologist Month, we’re excited to highlight...
02/26/2026

🌟 Psychologist Month Spotlight: Emma Pierce, MA, Psychology Trainee 🌟

This Psychologist Month, we’re excited to highlight Emma Pierce, MA, Psychology Trainee.

Emma brings a calm, steady presence that immediately puts people at ease. She is quick to validate while also offering thoughtful, practical solutions, helping clients feel both supported and empowered.

Her authentic, understated approach and quiet sense of humor create a grounding experience for clients, especially during difficult moments. As one team member shared, “Her even-keel presence is incredibly comforting.”

Emma was drawn to DBT because of its structured, evidence-based approach to helping clients regulate emotions, navigate relationships, and build lives worth living. She is passionate about learning and delivering adherent DBT with care and intention.

Emma is currently accepting new clients.

Learn more about Emma:
https://www.cincinnaticenterfordbt.com/about/emma

Think you can “fix” a week of late nights by sleeping in all weekend? 😴In her latest blog, Robyn Williams, LPCC, explain...
02/25/2026

Think you can “fix” a week of late nights by sleeping in all weekend? 😴

In her latest blog, Robyn Williams, LPCC, explains what sleep debt really is and why you can’t fully erase it with one long Saturday morning.

Chronic sleep loss can impact:
• Focus and decision-making
• Mood and stress levels
• Anxiety, depression, and burnout
• Physical health and immune function

Sleep isn’t optional, it’s foundational to your mental health.

Robyn specializes in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and works with teens and adults in a compassionate, judgment-free way to build practical skills for everyday life. She is currently accepting new clients.

If you’ve been feeling foggy, irritable, or constantly exhausted, therapy can help you build habits that support real change.

Read the full blog here:
https://www.cincinnaticenterfordbt.com/you-cant-fully-catch-up-sleep/

When an individual is experiencing urges or engaging in behaviors such as disordered eating and self-harm, they are ofte...
02/25/2026

When an individual is experiencing urges or engaging in behaviors such as disordered eating and self-harm, they are often feeling emotionally overloaded. The CARESS model was designed to create self-sufficient, soothing strategies to create more meaning from an urge, rather than being told the individual cannot/is not allowed to engage in a self-destructive behavior. This approach is intended to feel less restrictive and limiting. Engaging in the CARESS skill accomplishes what the self-destructive behaviors hope to achieve, and also decreases the need to engage in these patterns over time.
Read more: https://www.cincinnaticenterfordbt.com/using-the-caress-model-to-better-manage-disordered-eating-behaviors-urges-and-self-destructive-behaviors-urges/
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🌟 Psychologist Month Spotlight: Heather Smith, PsyD 🌟This Psychologist Month, we’re proud to recognize Heather Smith, Ps...
02/23/2026

🌟 Psychologist Month Spotlight: Heather Smith, PsyD 🌟

This Psychologist Month, we’re proud to recognize Heather Smith, PsyD.

Heather brings an exceptional blend of intelligence, emotional insight, and warmth to her work. She has a remarkable ability to understand complex clinical dynamics while staying deeply attuned to the human experience. Her clarity, empathy, and wisdom strengthen both our clients and our team.

She’s also known for her bright presence in the office, her humor, compassion, and passion for DBT make even the hardest days feel lighter. As one team member shared, “Her kindness and sense of humor are infectious.”

Heather was drawn to DBT for its balance of validation and meaningful change, a model that allows clients to feel understood while building the skills needed to create lasting growth.

We’re grateful for the knowledge, heart, and energy she brings to our community.

Learn more about Heather:
https://www.cincinnaticenterfordbt.com/about/heather

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