Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
A type of talking therapy is dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). It has been adapted specifically for people who experience emotions very strongly. The goal of DBT is to assist you in comprehending and accepting your challenging emotions, learning coping mechanisms, and developing the capacity to make healthy adjustments in your life.
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Applications of DBT
Dialectical behavior therapy is being used at The Meeting Matters to treat clients with severe or persistent mental health problems. Self-harm, eating disorders, addiction, posttraumatic stress disorder, and borderline personality disorder are among the concerns that DBT therapy addresses.
Program Structure
Individual therapy, skills training groups, phone coaching, and a therapist consulting team make up the typical dialectical behavior therapy program at The Meeting Matters. Participants in regular DBT meet once a week for counseling and a skills development session.
What Are the 4 Stages of DBT?
Stage 1: Addressing severe and harmful behaviors. Stage 2: Focus on quality of life including emotion management, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance. Stage 3: Self-worth and social interactions. Stage 4: Enhancing happiness, fortifying relationships, and pursuing life objectives.
DBT at The Meeting Matters
DBT is available both online and in-person at our Islamabad clinic, delivered by qualified clinical psychologists experienced in this specific approach — including for clients working through Borderline Personality Disorder.
What DBT Is
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy combines acceptance and change. It teaches four skill sets: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation and interpersonal effectiveness. It was developed for people with very intense emotions and is now used more widely.
Who DBT Helps
People who feel emotions very intensely, struggle with impulsive behaviour, repeated crises in relationships, self-harm urges, or emotional instability. It is also useful for anxiety, anger and eating difficulties.
How DBT Skills Are Taught
Individual sessions with homework, and skills practised step by step. Many people notice that they can pause between a feeling and a reaction sooner than before.
DBT Online or in Islamabad
Sessions are by secure video from anywhere in Pakistan, or in person at our F-11/1 clinic in Islamabad, in Urdu, Punjabi or English, with evening and weekend slots. Message us on WhatsApp with what you are dealing with and a time that suits you. We usually reply within about 30 minutes and will suggest a suitable therapist. We are not an emergency service. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, contact your local emergency number or go to the nearest hospital.
Meet the Specialist
Muhammad Naushad Anjum
Founder & Lead Psychologist (HCPC Registered) — Couples, Marriage & Relationship Counselling
Muhammad Naushad Anjum, founder of The Meeting Matters, specialises in DBT alongside CBT, bringing internationally benchmarked training to clients navigating intense emotional difficulties.
What Muhammad helps with:
Meet Therapists Who Can Help
Muhammad Naushad Anjum
Founder & Lead Psychologist (HCPC Registered) — Couples, Marriage & Relationship Counselling
Lamiah Munaf
Teenage Counselor & Educational Remedial Therapist
Kainat Ali
Clinical Psychologist — Anxiety, Panic Disorder & BPD
What Our Clients Say
“I had a really great experience at Meeting Matters Clinic in F-11. The therapists here are highly professional aur unka ravaiya bohat supportive hai. It’s not easy to find a safe space for mental health, but yahan ka mahol bohat pur-sakoon aur welcoming hai. They genuinely listen to your problems without any judgment. Highly recommended for anyone looking for good counseling in Islamabad.”
Subhan A. · Google Review
“I am truly grateful to Ms. Tasmiya Asghar and the team at Meeting Matters. I reached out during one of the most difficult periods of my life while dealing with grief and trying to be the best parent I could be for my children. Ms. Tasmiya's kindness, empathy, and guidance helped me navigate emotions that often felt overwhelming. She helped me understand my feelings, regain perspective, and think through practical ways of supporting my children and myself. I always felt respected, heard, and comfortable during our sessions. I would wholeheartedly recommend Ms. Tasmiya Asghar and Meeting Matters to anyone going through a challenging time and looking for professional support in a compassionate environment.”
Hashir K. · Google Review
“Have noticed alot of changes within myself because of the sessions I've had. My therapist is extremely kind and helpful. I've never once felt uncomfortable feeling like I'm talking to a stranger. My Dr has made me feel as if she's my own and has helped me a lot.”
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15+ Years of Experience You Can Trust
The Meeting Matters has been providing professional counseling, therapy and training since 2010 — over fifteen years of clinical experience supporting individuals, couples and families across Pakistan and around the world. Our psychologists are trained in evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, EMDR and psychodynamic therapy, delivered through confidential online counseling and online therapy as well as in-person sessions at our Islamabad clinic.
Explore Our Full Range of Services
Alongside specialist support for this concern, you have access to our full range of services — the same experienced team, available online or in person:
Individual Therapy
One-to-one online counseling and therapy for anxiety, depression, stress and personal growth.
Couples Counseling
Online relationship counseling for communication, conflict and rebuilding trust.
Marriage Counseling
Online marriage counseling for couples working through distress or disconnection.
Premarital Counseling
Guided conversations before marriage, available online.
Family Therapy
Family counseling for communication, parenting and conflict resolution.
Child Psychology
Child and adolescent therapy with parent guidance.
Online Therapy
Secure online therapy sessions from anywhere.
Corporate Mental Health Workshops
Workplace wellbeing programs for organisations.
Career Counseling
Support for career transitions and workplace stress.
Key Benefits
- Emotion regulation skills
- Distress tolerance
- Interpersonal effectiveness
- Mindfulness and self-acceptance
- Available online and in-person
- Structured, skills-based approach
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