When Rachel’s psychiatrist first suggested she join a DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) group, her response was a firm “no.” Group therapy felt intimidating. The idea of opening up to strangers about her struggles was daunting. Like many people, Rachel felt more comfortable keeping things private. But after a year of doing individual therapy, something began to shift.
“I found myself reconsidering when my psychiatrist raised the topic again,” Rachel shared. “This time, the possibility of gaining skills to support my mental well-being and recovery felt compelling.”
Rachel decided to give DBT Group Therapy a try.
She remembers how nervous she was walking into that first session. “I was full of anxiety,” she said. “I didn’t know what to expect. I thought I’d be expected to share a lot about my past right away.”
But that wasn’t the case at all.
Compassionate Support Leads to Healing
Brandy, the group’s facilitator at Montana Psychiatry & Brain Health Center, made it clear from the beginning: this group was focused on learning practical skills to support mental health, not on diving into personal trauma. “This reassurance eased my anxiety about having to overshare and allowed me to focus on listening and learning,” she said.
As the sessions continued, Rachel began to notice changes. “Hearing others share their experiences has fostered a sense of connection and reduced my feelings of isolation.”
Brandy helped create a space where people could be honest without fear of judgment. She shared her own experiences with DBT skills and encouraged everyone to find what worked best for them. That kind of compassionate leadership helped Rachel build confidence in her own healing process.
“Now, after five sessions, I’m genuinely impressed by the effectiveness of the group’s interactions and the DBT skills themselves,” she said.
Our DBT group is designed to help people learn how to stay calm during tough moments, how to set boundaries, and how to show self-compassion. But, more than anything, it’s about community connection and learning that you don’t have to do this alone.
For Rachel, the biggest takeaway wasn’t just the DBT skills. It was the connection. “Our sessions encompass a range of emotions- sometimes we laugh, sometimes we reflect deeply- but we are always met with respect and acceptance,” she explained. Looking back, Rachel says she never anticipated saying any of this, but she’s glad she took the first step toward healing. “I’m truly grateful that I took a chance, confronted my apprehension, and joined this group. It has proven to be incredibly beneficial,” she said.
Explore Our DBT Groups At Montana Psychiatry
If Rachel’s story sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Taking the first step can be the hardest part, but it might also be the beginning of something truly healing. DBT group offers a compassionate, practical space to learn, grow, and feel supported.
You don’t have to face things alone. Like Rachel, you might just find that DBT group is exactly what you need. Reach out to our compassionate team today to take the first step.
You can learn more about DBT and other therapy options by visiting https://mtpsychiatry.com/individual-therapy/ group.
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by Deb (age 64)
Category: generalThe hoops I jumped through in order to be evaluated were straightforward and efficient. I met with PA Kaitlin for about an hour to discuss my history and previous medications. Then Dr. Amato joined us to further discuss my history, the TMS treatment, and answer any questions. Myrna gathered all of the information and submitted it to my health insurance company to request coverage for TMS. Fortunately, insurance approved the treatment and I was able to begin the next week. I’m sure most people have anxiety about starting a treatment like TMS. No matter how many times it’s described to you, there are many unknowns. How will I feel during treatment? Is it painful? What if this doesn’t work? What if it works for a while but then stops? In all honesty, I was very uncomfortable during the first couple of weeks of treatment. The alternating two seconds of tapping sensation caused some pain during treatment, and at the end of the first week I thought about quitting. But I had sworn to myself that TMS was a last resort and I HAD TO complete the treatment and give it a chance to work. My technician, Heather, told me that some people don’t feel the tapping at all, they only hear it. Guess I wasn’t one of those people! But as the days went by, it became easier to tolerate the treatments. During this time I also saw Lauren weekly for CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy). This is highly recommended for people undergoing TMS treatment, and it was a positive complement to my total of 100 minutes each week “under the helmet”. The weekend between weeks three and four, I started to notice subtle improvements in my mood, increased belief in my self-worth, and enthusiasm for simple things like going for walks, meeting friends for lunch, and taking on volunteer work in the community. I hesitated at first to believe that TMS was helping me. I was afraid that I was convincing myself it was working because I so desperately wanted it to! But now that I am past the treatment I can say with cert
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by Barbie (age 68)
Category: generalI feel so blessed to participate in the TMS protocol at MT Psychiatry. After struggling so many years with depression and not getting significant results from medication, particularly of late, I noticed positive results in the first two weeks of treatment. TMS can literally give you back the beauty & joy in living as well as the courage to make positive life changes and improvements in your daily living situation. I heartily encourage anyone to put yourself into the hands of the amazing TMS team who so gently and graciously make this journey with you out of the black hole that is depression. It is my honor and privilege to give the TMS treatment the highest recommendation.
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by Shayne (age 66)
Category: generalI am grateful for the support and caring I have received from Dr. Amato (and Heidi, Heather and Myrna) in my quest for mental health and a fuller more productive life. While the TMS results have been subtle, I feel more positive about my future and I would recommend this team absolutely. Thank you!
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by Carrie (age 65)
Category: generalNot realizing how fuzzy my head was, I thought I was only going through severe anxiety and depression. Through the insight of Pat, I was able to go through TMS treatments which brought down the anxiety and depression immensely and has cleared up the fuzzy, far off substantially. All the personnel treated me with kindness and I’m sure their attitudes helped in my recovery.
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by Bridget (age 47)
Category: generalThe first outcome of TMS I noted happened early in my treatment, at about the beginning of week two. I felt as though my “brain fog” had been chipped away. I wish I could report that I feel my mental health issues are in “remission”, but I can’t do so yet. My hope is that I will see improvement in the weeks to come, now that my TMS cycle has ended. I can say that my brain feels – in some way – different; I can’t explain exactly how. I continue to struggle at this point in time but sill have hope for more improvement.
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