If I join the mental health program, will I be in groups with clients who struggle with addiction?

At Clear, we offer individualized tracks for dual diagnosis, primary mental health, and adolescent treatment to ensure specialized care. We also offer age-specific tracks for teens, young adults and adults and professionals. This means our clients benefit from a supportive community of peers overcoming similar challenges.

How do I determine what type of treatment is best?

Our expert admissions team is standing by to provide private and confidential answers to your questions, and help you determine which level of care is best for your unique health goals and needs.

What about insurance?

At Clear Behavioral Health, we understand that when people seek mental health treatment, cost is an important factor. That’s why we are proud to be in-network with most commercial Insurance plans. Though individual policies and coverage vary, it’s important to our team that each client has full cost transparency before starting treatment.

How does mental health outpatient treatment work?

In Clear's outpatient program, clients typically have a structured daily schedule that includes individual and group therapy sessions, experiential modalities, and dedicated time to focus on life skills. Most of our in-person clients start at the PHP level of care and participate in therapeutic programming 5 days a week for 6 hours a day. After PHP, clients step down into IOP or virtual IOP and participate 3 to 5 days a week for 3 hours a day before transitioning back into an independent lifestyle. All levels of care include a variety of evidence-based modalities to ensure the highest potential for success.

Is therapy and outpatient programming the same thing?

Mental health outpatient treatment includes therapy and much, much more. Clear's mental health PHP, IOP and virtual IOP provide a wide range of therapeutic and experiential experiences including individual therapy, group therapy and counseling in a supportive community of others on the healing journey.

What does the treatment team at Clear look like?

Each client’s treatment team includes an individual therapist, experiential practitioners, credentialed group facilitators, medical experts such as doctors and psychiatric nurse practitioners, and a counselor dedicated to developing a life skills and an after-care plan following treatment.

Clear Behavioral Health offers rolling admissions to ensure we can get our clients the help they need as quickly as possible. Our admissions process is rapid, typically 24-72 hours, and our centers offer safety, comfort and natural beauty, allowing clients to heal within a tranquil and supportive setting.

Can I schedule a tour?

Yes, we love showing off our centers! Contact our team by phone and we can arrange a day and time that works best with your schedule.

How does the admissions process work?

Our admissions team is always available to ensure prospective clients remain informed and comfortable during the admission process. We know how important it is for those seeking help to understand their treatment and coverage options. Once you call our admissions team, they will guide you through the intake process, which includes insurance verification and a complimentary assessment to assist you with placement into the most appropriate program. If you decide Clear is the right fit, the next step is logistical planning for your intake date and first day of treatment.

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Treatment in Los Angeles, CA

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Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Empowers You to Heal

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) helps you manage mental health challenges by focusing on emotional regulation, mindfulness, and effective communication. Through learning to tolerate distress, navigate relationships, and stay present in the moment, DBT helps uncover the root of emotional dysregulation and builds healthy coping mechanisms for long-term emotional stability.

At Clear, our clinicians integrate DBT into treatment plans to help you develop practical skills that promote resilience, reduce harmful behaviors, and support lasting mental wellness.

DBT Treatment at Clear

We incorporate Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) into our outpatient mental health programs throughout Los Angeles and California to help you better understand and manage overwhelming emotions, interpersonal conflicts, and impulsive behaviors.

Depending on your individual needs, DBT may be used in both one-on-one therapy and group skills training sessions to teach mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness—key areas that support emotional balance and resilience.

Whether you are struggling with intense mood swings, self-harming behaviors, or difficulty navigating relationships, our DBT-trained therapists help identify the patterns driving these challenges. From there, we provide evidence-based tools to help you accept your emotions while learning healthier ways to respond—core principles of DBT treatment at Clear.

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How DBT Works

DBT is one of the most effective therapeutic approaches for those who struggle with emotional dysregulation, impulsive behaviors, or intense mood swings. It works by combining mindfulness, acceptance, and behavioral change strategies to help you develop greater control over your emotions and reactions. Through structured skill-building and open communication, the benefits of DBT include:

Stronger emotional regulation
Improved distress tolerance
Increased mindfulness and present-moment awareness
Healthier interpersonal relationships
Greater self-confidence
Effective communication skills
Reduced self-harming behaviors
Improved problem-solving under stress
Enhanced ability to navigate conflict
Better overall mental wellness

DBT helps you identify and change harmful patterns, while learning skills to stay grounded, connected, and emotionally resilient—building a strong foundation for long-term healing.

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Our Comprehensive Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Programs

We offer DBT treatment through our adolescent mental health programs in California. Depending on your teen’s needs, our clinicians may integrate DBT into both individual therapy and group skills training sessions. As part of our comprehensive approach, your teen will participate in a variety of evidence-based therapeutic modalities, including:

Individual Therapy

You will meet with a therapist once a week to work through your condition, learn about how it affects you, and develop tools to better cope with your symptoms.

Our therapists are experienced with a number of modalities, such as cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), eye movement sensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, somatic therapy, and gestalt therapy.

Medication Management

If medication would be useful, our clinicians will assist in finding the best medication for your condition, which can help bring you back to a foundational level and better respond to treatment.

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Case Management

Your personal case manager will meet with you once a week to help establish your goals, determine your needs, work through triggers, and build life skills to help with your day to day after transitioning back to your life.

Group Therapy

Group therapy sessions will allow you to build a network with individuals who are experiencing similar issues, give and receive peer support, and ease feelings of loneliness.

You will also attend other types of group sessions focused on specific goals. These sessions help you better understand your condition, build skills for managing it, and connect with others.

Holistic Groups

At Clear, we believe in healing the mind and body as one unit, providing holistic therapies to bridge that gap and develop the relationship with our body. You will attend group sessions focused on yoga, meditation, sound baths, nutrition counseling, and breath work.

Conditions We Treat With DBT

Alcohol Addiction

Prescription Drug Addiction

PTSD and Trauma

Depression

Anxiety

Stress

ADHD

Bipolar Disorder

OCD

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Whether you are struggling with mood disorders, anxiety, depression, or emotional dysregulation, our therapists use Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help build emotional resilience, develop healthy coping strategies, and improve relationships.

If you do not require a structured outpatient program, our partner company, Neuro Wellness Spa, offers traditional talk therapy both in-person and online, and is in-network with insurance.

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Our Treatment Programs in California

We provide comprehensive treatment for a wide range of mental health and addiction disorders including anxiety, depression, OCD, alcohol and drug addiction, and more. Learn more about our treatment programs:

Virtual IOP

Online Mental Health Services

Mental Health Rehab South Bay Los Angeles

Residential Mental Health

Inpatient Treatment Program

Outpatient Mental Health

PHP & IOP Treatment

Teen Program

Outpatient Mental Health Treatment For Teens

Inpatient Detox Program

Residential Drug and Alcohol Detox

Residential Rehab Program

Inpatient alcohol and drug rehab

Dual Diagnosis Program

For Co-Occuring Conditions

Outpatient Rehab

Mental Health and Addiction Treatment

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is DBT therapy and how does it work?
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based treatment that helps individuals regulate intense emotions, reduce self-destructive behaviors, and improve interpersonal relationships. DBT works by teaching four core skills: mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness.

Through a combination of individual therapy, group skills training, and family involvement, DBT empowers you to understand your emotions and develop healthier ways of coping and communicating.

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What’s the difference between DBT and CBT?
While Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) are both evidence-based therapies that help people manage emotional and behavioral challenges, they differ in approach and focus:
- CBT focuses on identifying and challenging negative thought patterns to change behaviors and emotions.
- DBT incorporates CBT principles but adds mindfulness, acceptance, and emotional regulation strategies. It’s especially effective for managing intense emotions, self-harm, and relationship difficulties.
In short, CBT helps reshape thinking patterns, while DBT balances acceptance with change—particularly useful for individuals who experience overwhelming emotions.

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What disorder is DBT best for?
DBT was originally developed to treat borderline personality disorder (BPD) and remains one of the most effective treatments for individuals with BPD. However, it has since been adapted and proven effective for a variety of other conditions, including:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Self-harm and suicidal ideation
- Substance use disorders
- Emotional dysregulation
It is especially beneficial for those who struggle with intense emotions, impulsivity, or unstable relationships.
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Visit our FAQ Page for more information or give us a call today at 877.799.1985 to learn more about our treatment programs in California.