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DBT for Bipolar Disorder
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) can be a valuable therapeutic approach for individuals living with Bipolar Disorder, particularly when managing emotional regulation, impulsive behaviours and the challenges that mood episodes can bring.
At Home Counties Therapy, we offer comprehensive DBT programmes and DBT-informed therapy that help individuals develop practical skills to navigate everyday life, improve relationships and build healthier coping strategies alongside their wider treatment plan.
DBT Prices Starting from £2,250 for 6 Months of DBT
About DBT FOR bipolar disorder
What Is Bipolar Disorder?
Bipolar Disorder is a mental health condition characterised by significant changes in mood, energy levels and activity. Individuals may experience periods of elevated mood (mania or hypomania) alongside episodes of depression, with symptoms varying from person to person.
During different mood episodes, people may experience:
Elevated or unusually energetic moods
Impulsive or risky behaviour
Racing thoughts
Reduced need for sleep
Low mood or depression
Loss of motivation or interest
Difficulty concentrating
Changes in relationships or work performance
With the right combination of treatment and therapeutic support, many people with Bipolar Disorder are able to manage symptoms effectively and lead fulfilling lives.
How DBT Helps with Bipolar Disorder
While DBT does not treat the underlying condition itself, it provides practical skills that can help individuals manage the emotional and behavioural challenges associated with Bipolar Disorder.
DBT focuses on helping you:
Manage intense emotions more effectively
Reduce impulsive behaviours
Develop healthier coping strategies
Improve communication and relationships
Build routines that support emotional wellbeing
Increase self-awareness of emotional triggers
For many people, DBT complements medical treatment by strengthening the skills needed to cope with daily challenges and maintain emotional stability.
DBT Skills
DBT Skills for Bipolar Disorder
DBT is a practical, skills-based therapy that teaches techniques you can apply in everyday situations.
Emotional Regulation
Emotional regulation skills help you better understand your emotions, recognise early warning signs of mood changes and respond more effectively to challenging situations.
Distress Tolerance
Distress tolerance focuses on managing difficult emotions and stressful situations without acting impulsively or engaging in behaviours that may make things worse.
Mindfulness
Mindfulness encourages greater awareness of thoughts, emotions and behaviours in the present moment, helping individuals recognise changes in mood and respond more thoughtfully.
Interpersonal Effectiveness
Mood changes can place strain on relationships. DBT teaches communication and boundary-setting skills that help strengthen relationships with family, friends and colleagues.
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Start DBT for Bipolar Disorder
If you’re looking for practical strategies to help manage the emotional challenges associated with Bipolar Disorder, Home Counties Therapy offers personalised DBT programmes tailored to your individual needs.
Contact our team today to learn more about our DBT services and how they can support your long-term wellbeing.
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Our Dialectical Behaviour Therapy For Bipolar Disorder Pricing
Our Dialectical Behaviour Therapy packages are paid for monthly with no hidden fees or extra costs.
Please note that before starting our DBT course, we require new clients to start with an initial assessment. This is an essential step to ensuring you receive the right support and it will help us place you in a group best fit for your needs.
Please note, prices are set as of September 2025 and are subject to review annually.
If you’re interested in starting DBT online rather than in person please view our online course information here.
Adults In-Person DBT Therapy Pricing and Features
- Pre-Assessment Appointments Included
- Weekly 2 1/2 hr DBT Group
- Weekly one to one 1hr Therapy
- Phone Support
- Whatsapp Support Group Access
Adults In-Person DBT Group Only Pricing and Features
- Pre-Assessment Appointments Included
- Weekly 2 1/2 hr DBT Group
- Whatsapp Support Group Access
- Additional 1-1 therapy can be booked in addition. Prices from £60-£150
DBT Adolescent Therapy Package
- Pre-Assessment Appointments Included
- Weekly DBT Skills Group
- Weekly 1-1 Therapy with advanced DBT Therapist
- Contact us for a tailored price for you and your family
Cost per DBT Skills Training group is £100
Cost per Psychotherapy appointment is £90
Cost per DBT coaching appointment is £60
Cost per online family group is £40
DBT Adolescent Group + Family Group
- Weekly DBT Skills Group*
- Monthly Family Support Group
- Additional 1-1 therapy can be booked in addition. Prices from £60-£150
Cost per DBT Skills Training group is £100
Cost per Psychotherapy appointment is £90
Cost per DBT coaching appointment is £60
Cost per online family group is £40
*If you're having therapy elsewhere or would like to discuss a group only option in limited cases we may be able to offer group only.
Getting started
Who Is DBT for Bipolar Disorder Suitable For?
DBT may be particularly beneficial if you:
Experience emotional highs and lows that are difficult to manage
Struggle with impulsive behaviours
Find relationships affected by changes in mood
Want practical skills to support emotional wellbeing
Are looking for therapy alongside medical treatment for Bipolar Disorder
Your therapist will work collaboratively with you to determine whether DBT is appropriate for your individual circumstances and goals.
Online DBT for Bipolar Disorder
Home Counties Therapy offers online DBT programmes, allowing you to access therapy from anywhere in the UK.
Online DBT may include:
One-to-one therapy sessions
Skills-based learning
Practical exercises between appointments
Ongoing therapeutic support
This flexible approach allows you to build valuable coping skills while receiving support in a comfortable and familiar environment.
DBT as Part of Bipolar Disorder Treatment
DBT is typically used as part of a broader treatment plan rather than as a standalone treatment for Bipolar Disorder.
It may complement:
Medication prescribed by your psychiatrist or GP
Regular psychiatric reviews
Lifestyle strategies that support stable routines
Other psychological support where appropriate
This integrated approach helps address both the emotional and practical challenges associated with living with Bipolar Disorder.
Client Reviews
What Our Clients Say About Our DBT Therapy
The DBT group is helpful in finding methods to allow for improvement of life experiences. I’ve found the group experience to be insightful with members sharing their personal experiences with the methods taught and how they have adapted them to make them fit to their specific needs. Making connections to the facilitators and group members dealing with difficulties and still showing up to help improve themselves is inspiring and encouraging to keeping the commitment to yourself of showing up every week. I’ve found group to be a safe space and being surrounded by supportive individuals you truly feel as if you have people in your corner and on your team building together.
Anonymous Client
I first came into contact with Home Counties Therapy two years ago and at that point was in a very dark place feeling like I didn’t have options or anywhere to turn to.
I have been seeing them on a 1.2.1 basis and have had group DBT sessions as well.
From the outset Lorna was welcoming, understanding and has helped me to get my life back on track. I’m now back in education, have a great relationship with my family and am feeling the best I ever have, this is all down to HCT guiding me along the way and encouraging me to persevere with change.
Jared
I have just completed a 6 month course of Dialectical Behavioural Therapy with Home Counties Therapy.
This course has been invaluable in providing me with skills that I did not possess before beginning the course. In particular I have found the interpersonal skills training and the distress tolerance tools to be helpful.
The trainers are compassionate and have fantastic knowledge of both the course material & the supporting psychology. They have a great way of helping every member of the group to understand the course material and apply it to our own lives. No one gets left behind.
Jackie
Through DBT and my 1-2-1 sessions I have noticed a change in myself and started to challenge my thoughts and have come to understand why I’m feeling the way I do.
My therapist has been fantastic! Home Counties has helped me a lot and I’ve got skills to set me for life I love the fact that if I am having a crisis someone is always at the end of the phone to help me get through it.
Highly recommend!
Jen
DBT has completely transformed my life, giving me the tools to cope with everyday challenges. I went from struggling to use the tools and not understanding how to utilise them and over time it has become easier and a way of life. I have my good and bad days like everyone but with the constant reminder that I have DBT to help me if I have my really bad days which pulls me through. Since using DBT I have less bad days which it takes me quicker to recover from. I recommend DBT to everyone and still to this day look at the tools to refresh my memory. I have even started using DBT with my children. Thank you to Matthew and their team for helping through a very dark time.
Anonymous Client
Being a part of the DBT Group has opened my eyes to some comforting truths: that I’m not alone in my struggles, that help and understanding is out there from peers as well as therapists, and that there are skills to learn that can help me manage the daily challenges I always seem to be facing.
I’ve found the DBT skills to be of great help in earning back competency, freedom of mind, and a healthy sense of control in my life. Having tools with which to navigate the difficulties of life, especially those created of my own mind, has opened doors for me that I felt were shut for good, and I feel the future is now manageable, and even hopeful.
Isaac B
meet the team
Meet our DBT For Bipolar Disorder Therapists
Lorna Wykes
Consultant Director
Matthew Molyneux
Senior Addiction Therapist
Tanya Dalton
Senior DBT Skills Trainer & Psychotherapist
Lindsay Riley
Senior DBT Skills Trainer & Psychotherapist
James Hansen
Senior Therapist & supervisor
Ashleigh Wykes
DBT Lead and Skills Trainer
Dan Harwood-Stamper
Senior DBT Skills Trainer and Psychotherapist
Marion Leishman
DBT Skills Trainer & Integrative Therapist
Jenna Stoodley
DBT Skills Trainer & Integrative Psychotherapist
Katy Lee
DBT Skills Trainer & Integrative Psychotherapist
Charlotte McKenzie-Cook
Lead Nurse
Emma Pomery
Clinical Manager
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Frequently Asked Questions About DBT FOR Bipolar Disorder
What Would You Like To Know?
Yes. DBT can help individuals develop practical skills for managing emotional regulation, distress, impulsivity and interpersonal relationships. It is commonly used alongside medication and other aspects of a comprehensive treatment plan.
No. DBT is not a replacement for medication where medication has been prescribed. Instead, it complements medical treatment by helping individuals develop practical coping strategies and emotional regulation skills.
DBT skills can be valuable throughout different phases of Bipolar Disorder by helping individuals recognise emotional changes, manage distress and respond more effectively to challenging situations.
The length of therapy depends on your individual needs and treatment goals. Your therapist will work with you to develop a personalised plan and review progress throughout therapy.
Yes. Home Counties Therapy provides online DBT programmes across the UK, making it easier to access structured support wherever you are.
Yes. DBT can be particularly helpful for individuals experiencing Bipolar Disorder alongside anxiety, depression or emotional regulation difficulties, with therapy tailored to your unique circumstances.
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