USM Center for Behavioral Health – DBT & Therapy Groups (Hattiesburg, MS)
About This Group
The University of Southern Mississippi Center for Behavioral Health is an academic clinic providing evidence-based individual, couples, family, and group therapy. Their specialized group offerings include DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) skills groups, organizational skills groups, and career counseling groups, making it one of the few providers of DBT group therapy in southern Mississippi.
What to Expect
Group therapy is delivered by advanced graduate students under the supervision of licensed psychologists, ensuring both fresh therapeutic perspectives and experienced clinical oversight. DBT skills groups teach mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness — skills particularly helpful for individuals with borderline personality disorder, chronic emotional dysregulation, and self-harm behaviors. Extended evening hours and Saturday availability enhance accessibility.
About USM Center for Behavioral Health
The Center for Behavioral Health is a training clinic within the University of Southern Mississippi’s psychology department. Their dual mission of training future clinicians and serving the community results in high-quality, affordable care that benefits the Hattiesburg area and surrounding communities.
Meeting Details
Hours: Mon/Wed/Fri 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM; Tue/Thu 8:30 AM – 8:00 PM; Saturday 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Location: Fritzsche-Gibbs Hall (Room 201), 118 College Drive Box #5025, Hattiesburg, MS 39406
Format: In-person individual and group therapy
Who This Group Is For
Children, adolescents, and adults. USM students and community members are welcome. Particularly valuable for individuals seeking DBT skills training or affordable evidence-based therapy.
Contact Information
Phone: (601) 266-4588
Website: usm.edu/behavioral-health
Additional Information
Cost: Sliding scale / affordable fees
Registration: Call to schedule an intake appointment
Confidentiality: All treatment is strictly confidential
This listing is provided for informational purposes. Please contact the Center directly for current group offerings.