Long Island DBT

06/17/2026

June is Pride Month let’s celebrate the strength and diversity of the LGBTQIA+ community. At LIDBT we proudly stand with you!

06/16/2026

DBT Skills highlight

05/30/2026

Young adults this one is for you!

05/29/2026

As part of our community outreach, we sometimes take our therapy practice on the road, teaching DBT in schools. Today, we presented at the EM Baker Elementary School in Great Neck at their wellness fair.

05/22/2026

A lot of men carry stress, pressure, frustration, loneliness, and burnout without having a space to actually talk about it.
Our Men’s Coping Skills & Support Group offers a supportive, down-to-earth environment to build practical tools for managing stress, emotions, relationships, communication, and life transitions, all while connecting with other men going through similar challenges.
This group combines evidence-based coping skills with real conversation, support, and growth. Call 516-627-6201 for more information and to join.

05/20/2026

Summer can be a great time for young adults to reset, build confidence, and strengthen the skills needed for everyday life.
Our DBT Skills Group for Young Adults helps participants learn practical tools for managing emotions, handling stress, improving communication, navigating relationships, and building a stronger sense of balance and direction. A supportive space to grow, connect, and prepare for what’s next. Call 516-627-6201 for more information.

05/20/2026

05/18/2026

A lot of the stress we experience doesn’t just come from the situation itself, but rather from the judgments we attach to it. Thoughts like “I’m a failure,” “This is terrible,” or “Nothing ever works out” can quickly pull us deeper into shame, frustration, anxiety, or hopelessness. So what happens when we stop labeling everything as “good,” “bad,” “right,” or “wrong”?
The DBT mindfulness skill of practicing “nonjudgmentally” helps us step back and notice what’s happening without automatically attacking ourselves or the world around us. When we reduce judgment, we create more space to think clearly, respond effectively, and be a little less stuck in the emotional spiral. It’s not about pretending things are okay, it’s about seeing things as they are, with a little more awareness and a little less judgment.
Take a moment to slow down, notice what’s coming up, and practice observing without judging, and see what the outcome is.

05/16/2026

Take a minute to slow down and notice your thoughts. Are they judgmental? Do you find yourself making snap judgements before getting to know people or before you have enough information to really draw that conclusion? Let’s review your thinking by asking yourself how did I determine that? Did I experience it through my senses now in the present or did I jump to a conclusion too quickly? Whatever the case don’t judge your judgements 😉 try to slowly work on them.

If you’re interested in learning more strategies like this and deepening your self-awareness, reach out to us and one of our experienced therapists will partner with you. 🌅 516-627-6201