DBT Dialectical Behaviour Therapy North East
DBT Dialectical Behaviour Therapy North East
DBT is a form of CBT that was developed to treat emotional problems. I practice DBT in Gosforth Regent Centre alongside CBT ( Cognitive Behaviour Therapy) and Hypnotherapy. As a therapy in can be described as a mix of CBT and the eastern philosophy of mindfulness. It fits perfectly with my training as a clinical hypnotherapist and Masters in CBT.

Why DBT Dialectical Behaviour Therapy?
DBT works by targeting negative thinking and unhelpful behaviour. It is a great all-round tool box for better managing relationships. It can help you communicate better and set your boundaries while learning how to respect the boundaries of others.
It was developed originally to help people with borderline personality disorder (bpd) now known as emotionally unstable personality disorder (EUPD).
There are 4 categories ( often called pillars) of DBT skills:
- Mindfulness
- Distress Tolerance
- Emotional Regulation
- Interpersonal Effectiveness

What is DBT?
What is meant by dialectical ? Thinking dialectally is when you can see all sides, or both sides of a situation even though they may be opposite. You might feel validated in being very angry at someone yet want to change how you react and think when you are provoked. Think of it as reaching a balance within yourself so that you can lead a more productive happy life. Acceptance and change can happen at the same time. DBT recognises that all behaviour is trying to serve some purpose and that change is about progress not perfection. DBT can help with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and many other mental health problems where emotions, impulsive behaviours and poor relationships play a significant role.
Just some common conditions we treat:
Check out the full list of conditions we treat, or problems that I can help you to solve
Meet Sian, Clinical Hypnotherapist
Sian Barnard set up Peaceful Minds in 2008, originally based in Harley Street, London, she has returned to her native North East and runs her practice out of Gosforth and online. Sian has a Masters degree in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and is a member of the BABCP and is a qualified Clinical Hypnotherapist having trained at the London College of Clinical Hypnosis.
- Masters degree in Rational Emotive and Cognitive Behaviour therapy.
- Dip Hyp Cognitive Behaviour
- BA Hons
- 3 years training in Mind, Mental Health Charity
- 4 years practising psychotherapy in own practice in Harley Street, London
- Trained at the London School of Clinical Hypnosis and the College of Cognitive Behaviour Hypnotherapy
- Now working with clients in Clapham
What Makes Us Special
A combination of Hypnotherapy, CBT & CBH for Amazing results
We’re fully trained and qualified in both hypnotherapy and psychotherapy meaning we can use a combination of techniques to treat problems. This gives us a high success rate due to having the experience to use the right technique to tackle each individual client’s issue. Here’s the main techniques we use:
Happy Clients
Peaceful Minds has become a renowned hypnotherapy clinic from our successes and word of mouth by happy clients. We use unique methods of combining Hypnotherapy with Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT); for extremely effective treatments.
We understand you may be unfamiliar with hypnosis, there are unfortunately many misconceptions out there. In truth, it’s a very safe and pleasant process, one you’ll enjoy immensely.
When we meet, my first priority is explaining it to you clearly in a relaxing, peaceful and friendly environment. To help you fully understand how we’ll be solving your problem today. And of course, I’m bound by the same code of ethics and confidentiality as a doctor.
We’ve had countless happy clients that we’ve successfully treated. Get in touch today for a free consultation.
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