Transitions are always difficult especially when the support & care has been so wonderful....the unknown of how empty it's going to feel after all of that is the most overwhelming.

It's wonderful that they feel your progress has been so good that they feel you are ready to transition.....when you get involved in the DBT group that will be wonderful also....I know that the DBT group I was in for 2 years (1 day a week 2x through) was wonderful....bond's made....then transitioned into their DBT Next Step....& we have a wonderful close group there too with the most awesome group leader......I'm sure you will find it fulfilling also......maybe nice to have a short vacation (if you can look at it that way) before you get started on your DBT.

I know there were times when I wished I hadn't done such a good job improving in their view because internally I wasn't feeling that secure in the improvement I had made........Each step in our mental health care is progress we need to acknowledge & know that we are growing & becoming more well.