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DBT Skill Training for Teens

DBT Skill Training for Teens

A 6-week online DBT skills group for teens (13–18) to learn practical tools for managing emotions, improving relationships, and building self-awareness in a safe, supportive space led by a clinical psychologist.

Start Date: Within next 3 months

6 Weekly Zoom sessions | 75 minutes each

Confidential | Small group, 6-8 people

Group Type: Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills Group

Includes 3 Free Peer Calls*

Led by Clinical Psychologist

Rs. 3,500.00
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Who is the Group for?

  • Teens (Ages 13–18)

    For adolescents who experience strong emotions or struggle to manage them.

  • Overwhelmed or Stressed Teens

    If you often feel anxious, angry, or sad and don’t know why.

  • Teens Facing Impulsivity or Relationship Conflicts

    For those who act quickly on emotions or struggle in friendships or family relationships.

  • Parents Seeking Structure for Their Teens

    For caregivers who want their teen to learn evidence-based emotional regulation tools in a therapist-led setting.

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Goals of the Group

• Learn core DBT skills: mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and relationship management.
• Build healthier coping tools for strong emotions and impulsive reactions.
• Understand and manage emotional triggers more effectively.
• Practice staying calm and grounded during stressful situations.
• Strengthen relationships through better communication and boundary-setting.
• Increase emotional self-awareness and confidence.
• Reduce unhelpful behaviors and improve overall well-being.

Glimpse of the regime

Cluster 1: Mindfulness (Sessions 1–2)

▸ Session 1: Orientation + Mindfulness I (Core Skills)

• Establish group norms and expectations
• Introduce DBT model (biosocial theory, skill modules)
• Teach "What" and "How" Mindfulness skills
• Practice: Mindfulness of breath or sounds

▸ Session 2: Mindfulness II + Distress Tolerance I

• Deepen mindfulness practice
• Introduce distress tolerance and “crisis survival” concept
• Teach: STOP (Stop, Take a step back, Observe, Proceed mindfully)
• Teach: TIP (Temperature, Intense Exercise, Paced breathing, Progressive relaxation)
• Role-play or guided practice of each

Cluster 2: Distress Tolerance (Session 3)

▸ Session 3: Distress Tolerance II

• Review crisis skills
• Skills: ACCEPTS (Activities, Contributing, Comparisons, Emotions, Pushing away, Thoughts, Sensations)
• Skills: IMPROVE the moment (Imagery, Meaning, Prayer, Relaxation, One thing, Vacation, Encouragement)
• Discuss safe distractions and healthy coping
• Create personal distress toolkit

Cluster 3: Emotion Regulation (Sessions 4–5)

▸ Session 4: Emotion Regulation I

• Understand emotions and how they work
• Introduce model for describing and tracking emotions
• Skills: PLEASE (Physical illness, Eating, Avoid mood-altering substances, Sleep, Exercise)
• Practice: Emotion log or diary card introduction

▸ Session 5: Emotion Regulation II + Interpersonal Effectiveness I

• Learn to change emotional responses | Skills: Opposite action
• Begin interpersonal skills with DEAR MAN (Describe, Express, Assert, Reinforce, Mindful, Appear confident, Negotiate)

Cluster 4: Interpersonal Effectiveness (Session 6)

▸ Session 6: Interpersonal Effectiveness II + Closure

• Skills GIVE (Gentle, Interested, Validate, Easy manner)
• Skills FAST (Fair, Apologies (no unnecessary), Stick to values, Truthful)
• Practice with common teen scenarios (friends, parents, teachers)
• Reflective sharing: What worked, what was hard, what will you continue
• Closing ritual and group appreciation circle

Meet your Facilitator

Kavya Kashyap

Kavya is a Trauma-Informed and Attachment-Informed Clinical Psychologist with over four years of experience. She holds an MPhil in Clinical Psychology from NIMHANS and works with adolescents, adults, and couples, both online and offline.

Her practice integrates evidence-based therapies such as DBT, CBT (including perinatal CBT), ACT, EMDR, somatic approaches based on polyvagal theory, and psychodynamic psychotherapy. She is trained in DBT (Behavioral Tech), trauma-informed therapy (TRF, NICABM), and holds a certification in Traumatic Stress Studies (TRF).

Kavya facilitates this DBT group to help teens build emotional regulation, mindfulness, and interpersonal skills in a structured, supportive space.

She also holds a Diploma in Transactional Analysis (SAATA) and is completing her advanced certification with ITAA. Her clinical interests include trauma, attachment issues, perinatal mental health, ADHD, and personality disorders. Kavya brings a warm, research-informed approach to support long-term emotional well-being.

Interested in multiple groups? Access at 60% off

What you get:

  • Unlimited Support Groups – Join any eligible group throughout the year at no extra cost.
  • Exclusive Weekly Series – Join our weekly Women/Men Unfiltered sessions on relationships, career, identity, and mental health.
  • 24 Free Peer Calls – Connect one-on-one with other members for support and shared experiences.
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FAQs

What are SoulUp Groups?

At SoulUp, you'll meet people who get what you're going through and might be living some of the same realities. People looking for extraordinary conversations, just like you.

✔️ Small group, 6-8 people

✔️ Every meeting led by a world-class facilitator

✔️ Weekly 75-minute online video sessions

How is confidentiality maintained in Groups?

Confidentiality in Support Groups is maintained using secure meeting links and enabling waiting rooms to control participant access. Participants are bound by mutual confidentiality clause within the group. and sessions are not recorded without explicit consent.

Are Group sessions done on video?

Yes, all group sessions are conducted on video via Zoom.

While participants are allowed to use pseudonyms - they need to be on video to make the most of the session.

What is SoulUp's refund policy on Groups?

1. After you have registered for the group and you'd like to opt out:
- Full refund if you cancel 30 days before the group start date.
- 50% refund if you cancel 16-30 days before the group start date.
- No refund if you cancel 0-15 days before the group start date.

2. If SoulUp cancels a group, we will refund the entire signup fee.

3. If SoulUp reschedules a group by more than 2 weeks, we will inform you and give you an option to opt out and get a full refund.

4. SoulUp reserves the right to remove participants from a group if found unsuitable to the group. In such cases participants are given the option of claiming the pro-rata amount left as a refund or using it for another service on SoulUp.

Can I use multiple discounts while signing up for a group?

You can use only 1 type discount while signing up for a group. Cash backs cannot be coupled with discounts either.

* Are FREE Peer calls available to everyone who signs-up for this group?

You can book 3 Peer calls for FREE as part of signing up for this group.

Please note: This is only available to first-time participants of a SoulUp group (those trying a SoulUp group for the first time).

How long has SoulUp been around?

SoulUp was founded in 2022 by Punita Mittal and Mahak Maheshwari - a team of IIT Delhi and IIT Bombay with more than 20 years of combined healthcare experience. SoulUp is redefining mental health through groups that are not only effective but also fun, social, and challenging.

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One-on-one therapy is personalized, focusing solely on your needs, which can be ideal for in-depth, private work with a therapist.

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7. Can I attend online therapy groups if I’m already in individual therapy?

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