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EPISODE · Apr 6, 2026 · 38 MIN

#35 Insights into DBT with Julia Volker, MSW, LGSW

from What Brought You Here Today? · host Ryanne Truh Mellick

In this episode, Ryanne and Julia discuss the intricacies of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), exploring Julia's journey from marketing to becoming a DBT therapist. They delve into the structure and components of DBT, including group and individual therapy, the importance of skills training, and the challenges therapists face in maintaining boundaries. Julia shares her experiences with clients, the significance of self-care, and her aspirations for the future. The conversation emphasizes the transformative power of therapy and the importance of finding supportive spaces for healing.Chapters00:00 Introduction to DBT and Julia's Journey06:12 Understanding Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)12:27 DBT's Application and Client Experience18:21 The Group Dynamic in DBT24:22 Adapting DBT in Changing Times26:12 Integrating Neurology into DBT Practice29:16 Future Aspirations in Therapy32:54 Navigating the Challenges of Mental Health34:50 The Honor of Working with Vulnerable Populations39:00 Self-Care Strategies for Therapists44:00 The Importance of Therapy for EveryoneLinks for Julia:Learn more about DBT hereResources from Julia: Inner Now meditation app Story graph - Marina abramavich https://madelinemiller.com/circe/Your grandmother’s hands Links for Ryanne: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Ryanne on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apply to be a guest on the podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Schedule in Minnesota with Ryanne⁠⁠ - Learn more about Ryanne here! ⁠

In this episode, Ryanne and Julia discuss the intricacies of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), exploring Julia's journey from marketing to becoming a DBT therapist. They delve into the structure and components of DBT, including group and individual therapy, the importance of skills training, and the challenges therapists face in maintaining boundaries. Julia shares her experiences with clients, the significance of self-care, and her aspirations for the future. The conversation emphasizes the transformative power of therapy and the importance of finding supportive spaces for healing.Chapters00:00 Introduction to DBT and Julia's Journey06:12 Understanding Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)12:27 DBT's Application and Client Experience18:21 The Group Dynamic in DBT24:22 Adapting DBT in Changing Times26:12 Integrating Neurology into DBT Practice29:16 Future Aspirations in Therapy32:54 Navigating the Challenges of Mental Health34:50 The Honor of Working with Vulnerable Populations39:00 Self-Care Strategies for Therapists44:00 The Importance of Therapy for EveryoneLinks for Julia:Learn more about DBT hereResources from Julia: Inner Now meditation app Story graph - Marina abramavich https://madelinemiller.com/circe/Your grandmother’s hands Links for Ryanne: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Ryanne on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apply to be a guest on the podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Schedule in Minnesota with Ryanne⁠⁠ - Learn more about Ryanne here! ⁠

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