Care without the wait

11 licensed therapists & providers in Arizona. Available as soon as today, in person and online

Therapy for every life stage

Our providers work with individuals, couples, families, & teens for anxiety, depression, grief, & more

#1 for in-network coverage

We accept UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, BCBS Plans, Humana, Aetna, & many more. Self-pay options available, no membership fees

Patients who get better

94% of patients feel truly understood by their provider. 3 out of 4 see improvement in depression & anxiety symptoms within 3 months

http://Verywell%20mind%2013%20Best%20online%20Therapy%20Services%20of%202024
http://Thriveworks%20Choosing%20Therapy%20Award%20Logo%20for%20Best%20Online%20Therapy%20Options%20with%20Insurance%20for%202023

686,000 people sought help with Thriveworks in the last year

Discover how starting dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) therapy can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

Start DBT with a licensed therapist as soon as this week

Peoria

As someone who has utilized counseling to overcome unforeseen adversities in my personal life, I have gained insightful perspectiv...

Read more
Phoenix

As one who has experienced personal trauma and loss, I believe that those experiences don't define us. I believe that healing from...

Read more
Peoria

Debbie Bertoldo is a Certified Counselor, ready and willing to help you understand your feelings and behaviors, and why some issue...

Read more

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) FAQs

What is dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)?

At Thriveworks, Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) primarily concentrates on assisting individuals in emotion regulation, enhancing interpersonal relationships, and acquiring effective coping strategies for managing stress and emotional difficulties.

How does DBT work?

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) targets your personal challenges. You may work with your DBT therapist to maintain diary cards to monitor progress, emphasizing validation and support in the therapeutic relationship. DBT follows a stage-based approach, prioritizing crisis reduction initially and life satisfaction.

What is DBT best used for?

DBT was initially developed to address the needs of individuals with borderline personality disorder (BPD). However, its versatile approach has enabled its application to a wide range of mental health conditions, including but not limited to, anxiety, depression, stress, and anger issues.

What are the 4 pillars of DBT?

The 4 pillars of DBT are mindfulness, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance.

Is DBT better than EMDR?

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) have distinct purposes and aren’t inherently superior or inferior to one another. DBT is most effective for managing emotional regulation, personality disorders, and interpersonal challenges, while EMDR is specifically tailored for individuals with trauma-related conditions like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Is DBT conducted in person or online?

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) with therapists at Thriveworks in Tempe, AZ is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How many months is DBT?

The duration of a standard DBT program is typically around 24 weeks, which is roughly six months. The actual number of sessions will vary depending on the issues you wish to address.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurance and we offer self-pay options too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Tempe accept 28 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona | BCBS

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

View more
Self-pay costs at Tempe
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

4.9 Learn about verified reviews
★★★★★
I'm a long-time therapy client of 40+ years so have experienced working with multiple providers. Evalyn is a kind, gifted and skilled therapist. She provides me with a lot of options and activities as well as advice to help me better cope with daily living and the unexpected setbacks and challenges. I would recommend her to a friend.
Read more
Laci Sep 2025
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
I learned knew and innovative ways to handle my anxiety and Fears.
Laci Sep 2025
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★
She listens and remembers
Destini Sep 2025
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
Denise is a very competent therapist. I'm glad we were set up together.
Quin Jun 2025
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
This is new experience for me. I 'am looking forward my next session. Denise was very professional and was easy to talk to.
Helen Jun 2025
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
This is my first experience with therapy and I am very happy with Evalyn and all the progress that I'm seeing from our sessions.
Amilia Jun 2025
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
The ease of being able to be honest, open with my therapist and not feeling like I was being judged.
Madilyn Jun 2025
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
Sunitha is, without a doubt, an angel in disguise. She offers exceptionally insightful feedback and demonstrates a sincere and unwavering commitment to those she supports. Since I began working with her, my mental and emotional well-being have improved more than at any other point in my life. I am profoundly grateful for her guidance. Thank you, Sunitha.
Read more
Kristoffer Jun 2025
Thriveworks.com verified review
8 of 9 reviews

Where to find us

map-pin-blue

Address

4801 South Lakeshore Dr Suite 207
Tempe, AZ 85282

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Tempe is located near South Lakeshore Drive and East Baseline Road, off US-60. It is a short distance from Kiwanis Park and the Ken McDonald Golf Course just off South Lakeshore Drive.

device-mobile-blue

Phone number

(623) 323-8962
globe-blue

Languages spoken by AZ providers

  • English
clock-blue

Hours

Thursday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Friday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Saturday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Sunday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Monday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 9:30pm

Shown in MT

Thursday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Friday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Monday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 11:00pm

Shown in MT

6 photos

Find a provider ...