Posted by Emily Elizabeth on September 30, 2005, at 10:06:44
In reply to Curious/anyone really have DBT succes, posted by terrics on September 28, 2005, at 11:46:44
I don't know all that much abt DBT, but I had a thought thay I wanted to share. I know that an important part of DBT's success is the therapist having very good boundaries. I wonder if in your T's case, that comes off as being icy.
I think you should bring up this issue with her. Tell her that you would like her to clarify what is part of the tx and what is part of her style and if she thinks you would do better with a T who was a "better fit."
I also know that even DBT's founder says that it is a long process. I don't think that it is surprising that you feel frustrated with where you are after 1.5 yrs. Bring that up with w/ you T too. I think that is not uncommon.
Sorry to hear that you are feeling frustrated. Hope that something I said was helpful.
Best,
EE
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