Crisis Survival Kit DBT
The majority of patients who undergo Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) experience a marked improvement in their condition and go on to lead happy, fulfilling lives. However, whilst undergoing therapy, even some of the most responsive patients may encounter a genuine crisis that they feel unable to cope with. Access to immediate professional assistance can be crucial at such times, which is why we offer all of our patients the Crisis Survival Kit DBT option: 1-to-1 crisis coaching provided by one of our qualified counsellors/therapists.
Crisis Survival Kit DBT Explained
You may never need to use our crisis kit but it’s worth finding out what it is and how to access it, just in case.
- Available to All Regular Patients – If you are currently attending a weekly DBT skills group then you will automatically have access to our crisis coaching service. You don’t have to register separately as it is included in the skills group packages.
- Individual Coaching – As you need help in dealing with a specific situation or emotional disturbance, crisis coaching is provided on a 1-to-1 basis rather than in a group setting.
- Immediate Help – If you are extremely distressed, you need to know that you can get in touch with someone straight away. Our crisis coaching is available at short notice so you won’t have to wait to get the help you really need.
In summary, once you join one of our skills groups, you will have access to the Crisis Survival Kit DBT. Should you ever find yourself in a situation that you are unable to cope with or you are seriously considering self-harm or worse, you can talk to one of our therapists straight away.
How Does Crisis Coaching Work?
Crisis coaching follows standard DBT principles to provide effective help from the start. You will be reminded of the skills you have learned in the Distress Tolerance module and guided in their use. Your coach will talk you through the steps you need to take and will be there to support you throughout the whole process. We call it the Crisis Survival Kit because it is designed to ensure that you are able to survive any crisis and continue to make progress with your regular treatment programme.
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For more information about the Crisis Survival Kit DBT or about our regular DBT programmes, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us now.
Amy Matthew2022-06-25I have had so many years struggling with my anxiety and have seen a few professionals over the years but my time I have spent with Jason has really helped me become so much more confident in myself and I can't thank him enough for taking the time to understand my issues and giving me the best tools that will stay with me and help me to continue to grow and become a stronger woman. Thank you Jason.
Jack Christodoulou2022-06-25I would like to express my gratitude to Jason Ward for he's amazing help and getting me through dark times and into the light again. (I didn't think it was possible) many thanks life is better now.
Tallie Samuels2021-08-10I completed all four modules of the DBT course in 2020, and I can honestly say my life has been changed. I received so much support from Jason & Jerinda throughout my sessions, and I always felt like I was in a safe space with them. Throughout the course, I built up skills that I am still using today. I now find everyday life easier to manage; feel more in control of my emotional responses; am able to to tap into 'wise mind' rather than thinking in black & white; and I have a number of coping skills that make emotional crises easier to manage, when they do happen. This is the best course of therapy I have ever completed, and I have tried many different kinds in my lifetime. Thanks to the skills I learnt on the course, and to my own hard work integrating them into my life, I now live a life that feels worth living. Thank you.
Samantha Tran-Larkin2019-11-26I have completed 2 modules of the DBT programme so far and I can honestly say it has honestly changed my life. I am not a stranger to therapy. 2 years ago I started general psychotherapy following the birth of my 4th child as I developed what I thought was PND. I also had a volatile relationship. Because of my personal circumstances, things progressively got worse. When I started the DBT programme I was lost, angry, hopeless and saw this as my last chance to solve some crisis of mine. 2 modules in, I feel refreshed and optimistic. I understand myself more and get boundaries. I am more productive and for the first time in a long while I can actually say I am happy. I will most likely revisit certain modules for a little refresh and will continue to use my invaluable DBT skills everyday. Thank you Jason.
Sevda Sipahi2019-10-01I was feeling insecure, anxious and depressed. I have joined the DBT sessions. I found it so helpful and effective. Before DBT, l wasn’t aware of the skills. Jason and Jurenda are such amazing people with their knowledge and positivity. They were so supportive. They taught me the skills and motivated me a lot to use the skills. Gradually l felt l improved myself quite a lot and definitely l feel much better now than before. It also improved my self confidence. I am more aware of myself now than before. I learnt to be in wise mind rather than being too emotional or too rational. I want to thank Jason and Jurenda for their good work, support and kindness.
Jess2018-03-08I've been working on my DBT skills with Jason for the past 9 months. In that time I have learnt enough repair damaged relationships with family, to begin to curb my unhealthy 'problem behaviours' and to start to build back up my self esteem and work on treating myself with kindness and compassion. I would thoroughly recommend DBT therapy, I think we all have a lot to learn from it. Without it and without Jason I wouldn't be where I am right now - I'm very grateful.
Samuel Perry2018-02-10Jason helped me through a very low period in my life, I was depressed and anxious, using DBT skills helped resolve my symptoms.
Daniel Fox2018-01-30Got the training last year here and I can clearly say I am much skilled in DBT. They have changed my skill and this course is really helpful. Thanks