SCIENCEWORKS
BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE
Edited and reviewed:
July 9, 2026
Reviewed by:
Complete Care for all Neurotypes
Therapy | Assessments | Coaching
DEPRESSION & DBT CARE
DBT skills for depression in Tennessee
Evidence-based DBT skills for depression when emotions run high — licensed Tennessee clinicians, by secure telehealth statewide or in person in Nashville.
Low mood with intense, hard-to-manage emotions
IS DBT RIGHT FOR YOU?
A good fit if intense emotions make depression harder to manage
DBT skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and mindfulness
Weekly telehealth or in-person Nashville sessions with a skills-focused clinician
A structured plan to practice and apply skills when you need them most
Licensed Providers
Telehealth Nationwide*
Neuro-affirming
Private & Secure
HOW IT WORKS
What DBT is, and how it helps with depression
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based, skills-focused approach best known for helping people manage intense emotions. For depression, it's most useful when low mood comes with emotional overwhelm, shutdown, or difficulty coping — the patterns that make other tools hard to use.
DBT teaches four core skill sets — mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness — that you practice and apply in daily life. Rather than replacing depression-specific treatment, DBT skills build the emotional stability that makes recovery more workable. At ScienceWorks we tailor DBT for neurodivergent clients and co-occurring anxiety, trauma, or ADHD — structured, but never one-size-fits-all.
KEY STATISTICS ABOUT DBT AND DEPRESSION
8.3%
of U.S. adults had a major depressive episode in the past year
Source:
1 in 2
have a recurrence after their first depressive episode
Source:
39%
of U.S. adults with major depression received no treatment
Source:
WHAT TO EXPECT
Simple to start, structured throughout
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Free 15-minute consult.
We learn what's going on and answer your questions — no pressure.
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Structured DBT skills by secure telehealth statewide, or in person in Nashville.
You're paired with a clinician experienced in DBT skills for depression.
Matched with a depression clinician.
Weekly sessions, your way.
Payment options
As a specialty practice, we're out-of-network so we can offer the most effective, customized services.
Our payment options are transparent and flexible:
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Self-Pay: All major credit cards; FAS/HSA eligible
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Payment Plans: 6-months interest-free for approved clients via CareCredit
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Superbills Provided
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Out-of-Network: Up to 90% reimbursement for qualifying plans
WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH
Specialized, supervised, clinically reviewed
Your DBT skills care for depression is delivered by licensed clinicians with training in dialectical behavior therapy and experience supporting neurodivergent clients. We match you with a provider experienced in depression — not a generalist.
Dr. Kiesa Kelly (she/her)
Owner & Psychologist
Ryan Burns (he/him)
Practice Director
WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE SCIENCEWORKS
Independent, evidence-based, affirming
Because we're independent and out-of-network, your care is guided by what actually helps — not by insurance limits or session caps.
You're matched with a clinician experienced in DBT skills and co-occurring concerns — an individualized plan, not a generalist approach.
Care is neurodivergent-affirming and delivered by secure telehealth across Tennessee, or in person at our Nashville office.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Common questions
Is DBT for depression available online or in person?
ScienceWorks offers DBT skills for depression both ways: by secure telehealth to adults and teens across Tennessee, and in person at our Nashville office. Many clients choose video sessions to save travel time, while others prefer meeting face-to-face — you can start with whichever fits your life.
Is DBT the right choice for depression?
DBT helps most with depression when intense or hard-to-manage emotions are central — overwhelm, shutdown, or self-critical spirals. If that fits, DBT skills can build stability alongside other treatment. In a free consult we'll help you decide whether DBT, CBT, ACT, or a blend fits best.
How long does DBT take, and what about cost?
Many people feel movement within a course of weekly sessions, though timelines vary with severity and goals. We review fees, scheduling, and any out-of-network reimbursement options up front, so you can decide before committing to ongoing care.
*Therapy and assessments available in the following states (coaching available worldwide):
Work with us locally:
AL, AZ, AR, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, ID, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, ME, MD, MI, MN, MS, MO, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NC, ND, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WV, WI, WY
2603 Elm Hill Pike, Suite C
Nashville, TN 37214
Disclaimer: This page provides general educational information and is not a substitute for mental health diagnosis or treatment. Reading this page does not create a therapist–client relationship with ScienceWorks Behavioral Healthcare. If you are in crisis or may be at risk of harm to yourself or others, call 911, go to your nearest emergency room, or call/text 988 (U.S.). Additional emergency support can be found here: Emergency Resources.