RO DBT In Oregon
Abri Psychotherapy provides RO DBT therapy which helps people who often appear high-functioning or controlled on the outside, yet feel lonely, disconnected, or stuck on the inside.
What does RO DBT therapy treat?
Radically open DBT therapy is designed to treat conditions rooted in emotional overcontrol—where individuals manage discomfort by suppressing emotions, being overly self-reliant, or striving for perfection. It’s effective for disorders such as chronic depression, anorexia nervosa, obsessive-compulsive personality disorder (OCPD), autism spectrum conditions with social rigidity, perfectionism and treatment-resistant anxiety. RO-DBT therapy helps people who often appear high-functioning or controlled on the outside, yet feel lonely, disconnected, or stuck on the inside.
Is RO DBT therapy evidence-based?
Yes, radically open dialectical behavior therapy is evidence-based. Developed by Dr. Thomas Lynch, it has been supported by clinical research and randomized controlled trials—particularly for treatment-resistant depression and anorexia nervosa. Its growing evidence base continues to show strong outcomes for individuals whose core challenges stem from overcontrol and emotional inhibition.
How many sessions are in RO DBT?
RO-DBT therapy typically includes around 30 weeks of structured treatment, though the total number of sessions may vary depending on individual needs. A full RO-DBT program usually consists of weekly individual therapy sessions and weekly skills training classes. This format gives clients time to learn, practice, and apply new skills gradually in real-life settings, while receiving consistent support.
What is the goal of RO DBT therapy?
The primary goal of radically open DBT therapy is to help individuals with overcontrolled coping styles become more open, emotionally expressive, socially connected, and psychologically flexible. Instead of focusing on crisis management (like standard DBT), RO-DBT emphasizes cultivating genuine relationships, increasing self-awareness, and taking healthy emotional risks that lead to deeper, more fulfilling lives.
What is the RO-DBT approach?
The RO-DBT approach is based on the idea that overcontrol—not emotional dysregulation—is the root issue for many individuals. The therapy incorporates mindfulness, self-enquiry, and skills designed to improve social signaling, emotional openness, and trust. Radically open dialectical behavior therapy encourages clients to break free from rigid patterns and embrace vulnerability, spontaneity, and connection with others.
What is the core problem RO-DBT aims to treat?
Radically open DBT therapy is specifically designed to treat the problem of emotional overcontrol. This includes traits like excessive self-restraint, social withdrawal, perfectionism, and difficulty expressing emotions. These traits can lead to isolation, depression, and difficulty forming close relationships, even when someone appears successful or composed on the surface. RO-DBT helps clients move toward greater authenticity and connection.
What is RO in mental health?
In the context of mental health, RO stands for “Radically Open”—referring to a form of DBT that targets emotional overcontrol. RO-DBT is a specialized therapy approach that addresses the mental health challenges associated with perfectionism, rigidity, and chronic disconnection. It’s especially useful for people who feel stuck or disconnected despite appearing emotionally stable or highly controlled.
How long has RO-DBT been around?
Radically open dialectical behavior therapy has been in development since the early 2000s and gained formal structure and recognition over the past 15–20 years. Dr. Thomas Lynch and his team have conducted extensive research, with key clinical trials published in the 2010s. Since then, RO-DBT has grown in adoption and is now practiced by trained clinicians across the U.S., U.K., and other countries.
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Information and Frequently Asked Questions:
Do you accept insurance?
We accept the following insurances:
- Kaiser Permanente
- PacificSource
- Legacy Health Plan
- CareOregon (OHP)
- Trillium (OHP)
- Mentia
Please note, Medicaid must be your primary insurance to be billed. We are out-of-network for all other insurances at this time and do not submit out-of-network claims or bill secondary insurances. We do not accept Medicare at this time.
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