The DBT Center for Trauma and Healing

02/25/2026

Primary trauma is the coffee spill.
Secondary trauma is your brain going:
‘This ALWAYS happens to me.’
‘I’m a mess.’
‘The day is ruined.’

In DBT, we practice noticing the difference between what actually happened (☕➡️ shirt) and the meaning our mind piles on top of it (➡️ life is over).

When we separate the spill from the story, we get to respond instead of spiral — maybe with a napkin… and a little self-compassion.

Small skills. Big insight.
And fewer emotional coffee stains.

02/21/2026

At the DBT Center for Trauma and Healing, we love a good reminder. The sticky-note-on-the-mirror kind. The “pause and breathe” kind. The gentle nudge your nervous system didn’t know it needed. 🤍

So here’s yours for today:

You can do this.
(Yes, even that thing you’ve been dramatically sighing about.)

You are loved.
(Probably more than your brain is currently allowing you to believe.)

You are enough.
(Not “when you finish everything.” Not “when you fix yourself.” Right now.)

If your mind is being loud, let this be the soft voice that answers back. Save this. Come back to it. Pretend we texted it to you personally.

Because in case no one said it yet today — we’re rooting for you. Always. 💛

02/18/2026

When your Emotion Mind is yelling “TEXT THEM BACK RIGHT NOW 😭”
and your Reasonable Mind is whispering “Let’s review the facts…” 🤓

✨Enter: Wise Mind✨ — the calm middle ground where feelings + logic hold hands and make better choices together.

In DBT, Wise Mind is where we pause, breathe, and respond instead of react. It’s not ignoring emotions and it’s not being a robot — it’s listening to both your heart and your brain before hitting send.

Because sometimes the wisest move is… a deep breath and a snack. 🧠💛

Practice finding your Wise Mind daily — even in the small moments. You’re learning, not failing.

02/15/2026

This Valentine’s Day, we’re celebrating all forms of love — love for partners, friends, family, and most importantly, yourself.

Wherever you are on your journey, you deserve care, compassion, and connection. Whether today feels joyful, complicated, or somewhere in between, you’re not alone.

At the DBT Center for Trauma and Healing, we honor every step of healing and every way love shows up. 💞

Happy Valentine’s Day — exactly as you are.

02/12/2026

Mindfulness is the practice of noticing the present moment with curiosity and kindness — becoming aware of your thoughts, emotions, and body without judgment. It’s a core DBT skill that helps create space between what we feel and how we respond.

As we begin a new DBT skills cycle, we’re accepting new patients who are ready to build tools for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and mindful living in a trauma-informed setting.

If you’re curious about learning mindfulness and other DBT skills with support, we’d be honored to walk alongside you. 🤍

Learn more by visiting the link in our bio.

02/05/2026

Mindfulness is the practice of bringing your attention to the present moment with curiosity and kindness — noticing what you feel, think, and experience without judgment.

The 7 Pillars of Mindfulness remind us that being present is not about being perfect, but about being aware, patient, and compassionate with ourselves. When we practice mindfulness, we create space between our emotions and our reactions, helping us feel more grounded and in control.

Staying present allows us to respond with intention instead of overwhelm — and that’s where healing begins. 🤍

01/31/2026

Take in this quote from Maya Angelou 🙏🏼

01/30/2026

A recent Harvard article highlights how skills-based therapies like DBT can help people manage emotions, stress, and everyday challenges more effectively. These skills support resilience and healthier ways of coping, especially during difficult times.

The DBT Center for Trauma and Healing is beginning a new cycle of DBT Skills Training and is now accepting new patients. If you’re looking for support, we’re here to walk alongside you.

Learn more by clicking the link in our bio. 🤍



Harvard University

Emotional dysregulation is a hallmark of many mental health conditions. A treatment known as dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) focuses on teaching people to manage intense emotions, cope wi...