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RO DPT

A treatment for people who feel over-controlled, stuck, or emotionally isolated—even if they appear “high-functioning.”

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Who RO-DBT Is For

This may be a good fit if you:

  • Feel emotionally closed off, numb, or disconnected from others

  • Are highly self-controlled, perfectionistic, or rigid

  • Struggle with loneliness despite appearing successful

  • Tend to suppress emotions rather than express them

  • Feel “stuck” even after trying traditional therapy

RO-DBT is not for people who:

  • Primarily struggle with emotional impulsivity or crisis behaviors

  • Are seeking short-term symptom relief without deeper behavioral change

  • Are not open to practicing new ways of relating to others

The Problem
RO-DBT Addresses

Many people who struggle don’t look like they’re struggling.

They may be disciplined, productive, logical, and outwardly “fine”—yet feel:

  • Disconnected from others

  • Emotionally flat or guarded

  • Chronically lonely or misunderstood

  • Stuck in rigid thinking or routines

  • Exhausted from holding everything together

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Traditional therapy often focuses on reducing emotional intensity.

For over-controlled individuals, the problem is often the opposite: too much control.

What RO-DBT Is

RO-DBT (Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy) is a specialized treatment designed specifically for over-control.

Rather than teaching you how to calm emotions, RO-DBT focuses on:

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  • Increasing emotional openness

  • Building social signaling and connection

  • Improving flexibility and responsiveness

  • Reducing rigidity and isolation

 

The goal is not to change who you are, but to help you relate to others—and yourself—more openly.

How RO-DBT Helps

People who engage in RO-DBT often report:

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  • Stronger, more authentic relationships

  • Greater emotional range and expressiveness

  • Less loneliness and social withdrawal

  • Improved flexibility in thinking and behavior

  • A greater sense of connection and vitality

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Progress is measured not just by symptom reduction, but by how connected and engaged life feels.

How RO-DBT Fits Into Care

RO-DBT can be:

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  • A primary therapy approach

  • Integrated with individual therapy

  • Used alongside psychiatric care when appropriate

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Treatment is collaborative and tailored to your specific patterns of over-control.

What to Expect

  • An initial consultation to assess fit

  • Structured sessions focused on skills and real-world application

  • Ongoing support as you practice new ways of responding emotionally and socially

  • A pace that respects your capacity for change without forcing vulnerability

Why Our Approach

Our clinicians are trained to identify over-control patterns that are often missed in traditional therapy settings.

We emphasize:

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  • Evidence-based care

  • Respect for your strengths

  • Practical, real-world change

  • A warm, non-judgmental therapeutic relationship

Practical Details

  • Available for adults and older adolescents

  • In-person and virtual options (location-dependent)

  • Flexible scheduling

  • Insurance and self-pay options available

Take the Next Step

If you’ve tried therapy before and still feel stuck, RO-DBT may offer a different path forward.

to explore whether RO-DBT is the right fit for you.​

No commitment—just a conversation

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