[hopelovely]

I'm supposed to start a DBT group next month, but the social worker who runs it isn't sure if I'll be able to actually learn anything because of how bad my anxiety is. Any thoughts?

[jenniy122]

Yes! I had can't-leave-the-house-some-days anxiety along with a mixed bag of mental health issues and DBT helped immensely. I still worry and catastrophise constantly, but I'm able to see the thoughts for what they are, just thoughts, and then let them go instead of letting them control my life.

[The_little_didgee]

Maybe you can start with individual sessions of DBT then transfer to the group when your anxiety is under control.

[lala-land123]

I've been in a local DBT group for six months now. While I can't say that it's "cured" my anxiety, it has helped a lot! I ruminate a lot about the past and future, and DBT along with it's core mindfulness, helps me stay in the present moment. If I have thoughts that scare me, I see them for what they are (just thoughts), sit with them, and let them pass.

If you're unable to get to your unable to get to group, or if you're unsure you'll learn something, try checking out DBT and Mindfulness online for a bit first. There are online DBT groups available, too.

[Verity81]

I'm diagnosed with BPD and suffer a lot of anxiety. It's unclear at the moment if my anxiety and depression are separate disorders or manifestations of the BPD. Anyhow I have found DBT very helpful for anxiety. It's helped me live more in the present moment, tolerate distress and not cling to anxious thoughts. I would highly recommend it for anxiety