Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a type of psychotherapy designed to help individuals manage intense emotions and improve interpersonal relationships. It combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness practices, focusing on teaching skills in four key areas: emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness. DBT was developed by Marsha Linehan in the 1980s, primarily to treat individuals with borderline personality disorder. The therapy emphasizes the importance of balancing acceptance and change, helping clients learn to accept their feelings while also working towards positive changes in their behavior and thought patterns.