FREE 1-on-1 Coaching Sessions with Alicia and Jesse: Apply for TheraHive’s Podcast

At TheraHive, we know that learning DBT skills isn’t about being perfect. It’s about practicing skills in real life, noticing what works, and building confidence over time.

That’s why we’re launching the TheraHive Student Coaching Podcast! In this podcast, students will meet 1-on-1 with TheraHive Co-Founders Dr. Alicia Smart and Dr. Jesse Finkelstein in addition to their participation in the 22-week Adult DBT Skills Group program. Each week, they’ll learn a new skill and get individualized support from Alicia and Jesse on practicing the skill in real life.

The best part is we’re offering these 1-on-1 coaching sessions for FREE to selected students who are enrolled in our Adult DBT Skills Group program.

What Is the Student Coaching Podcast?

The Student Coaching Podcast follows one TheraHive student as they move through our 22-week DBT Skills Group program, one module at a time, practicing skills like mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.

Listeners get to see the learning process unfold in real time. That includes trying new skills, reflecting on challenges, and applying DBT tools to everyday situations, with the expert guidance of Alicia and Jesse.

Nothing is scripted or staged. The goal is to make DBT skills feel more human, accessible, and understandable.

Who This Is For

This opportunity is for adults who are enrolled in a TheraHive Adult DBT Skills Group and feel open to sharing their learning journey. If you’re not yet enrolled in a group, we still encourage you to apply to be featured on the podcast. We’ll help you get enrolled in the right group.

The expectation is NOT perfection. You just need to be willing to show up, practice the skills, and reflect honestly. Dr. Alicia Smart and Dr. Jesse Finklestein will be there to guide you 1-on-1 as you move through practicing and mastering your DBT skills.

People join DBT skills groups for many reasons, including managing emotions, coping with stress, navigating relationships, or reducing anxiety. All of those experiences are welcome here.

If this sounds like you: 👉 Apply Now 👈

What Does Participation Look Like?

If selected, you’ll be learning DBT skills the same way all TheraHive students do, with a little extra 1-on-1 support.

Each week, students:

• Complete 1 hour of self-paced DBT skills lessons and home practice
• Take part in a 1 hour recorded 1-on-1 skills coaching session with Alicia and Jesse
• Attend a 1 hour live online DBT skills group session

The recorded 1-on-1 coaching sessions focus on understanding and practicing the same skills that you are learning in your weekly group sessions. 1-on-1 sessions allow students to go even deeper on their skill practice and get more individualized support. 

👉 Apply Now 👈

What Participants Receive

Selected students receive:

• A FREE 60-minute weekly 1-on-1 DBT skills coaching session with Alicia and Jesse, for the duration of at least 1 module
• Access to TheraHive’s online DBT skills curriculum
• Ongoing participation in a live virtual DBT skills group

This added support is meant to deepen learning while keeping the experience educational and skills-focused.

Participation Requirements

To make sure the experience is supportive and fair for everyone, participants agree to:

• Be enrolled in a TheraHive Adult DBT Skills Group (standard tuition applies)
• Commit to completing the full 22-week program
• Attend live group sessions each week
• Submit weekly home practice reflections
• Participate in recorded 1-on-1 sessions with camera on and clear audio
• Sign an agreement allowing TheraHive to use the recordings for educational and marketing purposes

Why We’re Doing This

Many people are curious about online DBT skills coaching but aren’t sure what it’s actually like.

This podcast is our way of pulling back the curtain. By sharing real learning experiences, we hope to make DBT skills training feel less intimidating and more approachable for anyone considering group-based support.

Interested in Participating?

If you’re curious about learning DBT skills in a supportive online group and feel open to sharing your experience, we’d love to hear from you.

Applying doesn’t obligate you to participate, and not everyone who applies will be selected. Even if you’re not chosen, exploring DBT skills can still be a meaningful step toward building a life worth living.

👉 Apply Now 👈

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