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Becky McNattin, Kristen Schmidt-Shay | Feb 15, 2026

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy- what is that?! As a therapeutic modality often used to help regulate emotion and develop awareness of self, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) can provide incredibly useful strategies to maintain mental wellness. In this episode, join host Becky McNattin, as she invites trained DBT therapist Kristen Schmidt-Shay to the show. The two of them process what DBT is, key aspects of the framework, and some strategies everyone can try!

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