Awake DBT

07/24/2025

Happy Wellness Wednesday 🧘💛

DBT's DEAR MAN skill is an effective strategy to ask for what you want with confidence and compassion. Here is a quick guide to assertive communication that helps you honor your needs while keeping relationships strong!

If you are interested in learning more DBT skills, make sure to check out our resources at awakedbt.com

Happy DEARMANifesting!

07/22/2025

Yesterday’s Vision Board Workshop was filled with creativity, reflection, and inspiration ✨💭🎨

Participants explored their Life Worth Living goals through the lens of DBT skills to create something that was meaningful for them.

We loved seeing everyone tap into their vision for the future!!!

Leave a comment or message us any ideas for future workshops you would like to see. We’d love to hear from you!

Make sure to check out our website for resources and stay updated with our blog :)

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07/19/2025

🎉 Happy Birthday to our incredible CEO, Yvette! 🎉

This past week we celebrated the heart and soul of Awake DBT. Yvette, your leadership, vision, and unwavering compassion have shaped this program into what it is today, a place of healing, growth, and authenticity.

Here’s to another year of meaningful impact and leading with heart. We love you and appreciate you! 💚💛

07/18/2025

What does a life worth living look like to you?
Join us next Monday to create your own vision board, explore your dreams, and learn DBT skills to bring them to life! 🎊🎨

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06/25/2025

🌟 What a successful Open House at Awake DBT! 🌟
We’re feeling incredibly grateful for the chance to connect with so many amazing community providers, including Aspire IOP, Turning Points Educational Solutions, Fusion Academy, Pacific DBT, Solace Therapy and more!

Guests enjoyed a delicious lunch, got creative with a therapeutic art activity, and celebrated together—plus, we had a lucky raffle prize winner! 🎉

Thank you to everyone who came out to support and collaborate. We’re so excited for the partnerships ahead and the continued growth of our DBT community 💙

06/23/2025

🌟 Volunteer Spotlight: Emi Hongo 🌟

We’re thrilled to recognize Emi Hongo, an incredible volunteer who brings energy, heart, and skill to our Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) practice!

Emi supports our team in so many ways — from marketing and community outreach to helping with administrative tasks that keep things running smoothly. She also plays a key role in facilitating our “Life Worth Living Goals” workshop, helping clients connect with their values and build fulfilling lives.

Her passion for mental health and her dedication to service are truly inspiring. Thank you, Emi, for everything you do! 💙

06/21/2025

Thank you for celebrating our new office with us at Awake DBT, Avery! It was a pleasure getting to know you and all about Turning Points Educational Solutions! Congrats on winning our raffle!

06/16/2025

🌸 Meet the AwakeDBT Team: Lisa Annibaro 🌸
Patient Client Coordinator | 30 Years of Experience | Heart of Our Team

We are thrilled to introduce Lisa Annibaro, our wonderful Patient Client Coordinator here at AwakeDBT. With over 30 years of experience, Lisa’s expertise and compassionate nature make her the heartbeat of our team.

Lisa works behind the scenes to ensure that our clients feel supported, understood, and guided every step of the way. From the first phone call to the ongoing coordination of care, Lisa’s warmth and dedication help make the therapeutic process as smooth and welcoming as possible.

Her incredible experience shines through in her ability to listen, address needs, and create a sense of ease for our clients and their families, allowing them to focus on their healing journey.

💬 "I believe that every person deserves to feel cared for and supported as they take their first steps toward healing. It's my privilege to help make that happen." – Lisa Annibaro

We’re incredibly grateful to have Lisa as part of our AwakeDBT family! 💛

06/10/2025

🌪️ Are You Emotionally a Flooder, an Avoider, or Regulator? 🧘‍♀️💥
Take the Quiz: Find Your Emotional Insight

Let’s be real—emotions can run the show
Some of us feel everything, all at once
Others try to outrun their emotions like they’re being chased
And a few rare unicorns? They’ve found a rhythm that actually works 🦄
👉Take 2 minutes to find out where you stand emotionally—and what to do next:
📲 https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/680ad7f57188573688ee1b32

💡This isn’t just for fun. Your results can reveal what’s really getting in the way of feeling better, communicating clearly, or thriving in relationships. And we can help you get unstuck

Ready to start building a life that actually feels good to live?
Book a free consultation today and let's talk: (awakedbt.com)



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Uncover the depths of your emotional intelligence and learn how it shapes your life. Take this quiz to gain insights and enhance your emotional skills now!

06/09/2025

🌟 Meet the AwakeDBT Team: Tony Beltrami, M.A., AMFT, SUDCC-IV 🌟
Family & Marriage Therapist | Substance Use Disorder Specialist | Compassionate Healer

We’re proud to have Tony Beltrami, M.A., AMFT, SUDCC-IV, as part of our team at AwakeDBT. With years of experience working as a Family and Marriage Therapist and Substance Use Disorder Specialist, Tony is deeply committed to helping individuals and families heal from the complex effects of substance use.

Tony’s expertise lies in understanding the dynamics of family systems and relationships, especially when substance abuse is involved. His compassionate approach empowers clients to address addiction and mental health challenges together, as a family or individual. Tony creates a safe and non-judgmental space for healing, where clients can work through difficult issues and rebuild trust.

💬 "Healing happens when we address the root causes of pain and build healthier relationships—with ourselves and others." – Tony Beltrami

Tony's dedication to providing support and tools for families in crisis is invaluable to the work we do at AwakeDBT. 💛

06/06/2025

Growing up near a beach, my mother always told me, “Don’t turn your back on the ocean!” That advice stuck with me—not just for safety, but as a way of thinking about emotions, too. Have you ever felt swept away by emotion, like anxiety, anger, or sadness comes out of nowhere and suddenly you're drowning in it? You're not alone. Click to read more!

Growing up near a beach, my mother always told me, “ Don’t turn your back on the ocean! ” That advice stuck with me—not just for safety, but as a way of thinking about emotions, too. Have you ever felt swept away by emotion, like anxiety, anger, or sadness comes out of nowhere and suddenly y...

06/02/2025

🌿 Meet the AwakeDBT Team: Anjali Srivatsa, LCSW 🌿
Therapist | Child & Adolescent Specialist | Compassionate Healer

We’re excited to introduce Anjali Srivatsa, a passionate and skilled therapist with years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. Anjali brings a unique blend of empathy, creativity, and expertise to her work, helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and develop the tools they need to thrive.

Whether she’s working with a child learning to express their emotions or an adult managing stress and relationships, Anjali creates a safe, supportive environment where her clients feel seen, heard, and understood. Her warm approach and ability to connect with people of all ages make her an invaluable part of the AwakeDBT team.

💬 "Every person has the potential for growth. My role is to help them unlock that potential with kindness and understanding." – Anjali Srivatsa

We’re so grateful to have Anjali’s thoughtful presence and dedication as part of the AwakeDBT family. 💛