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July 9th, 2025

Unlocking Emotional Balance: The Power of DBT w/ Dr. Kiki Fehling

  1. Unlocking Emotional Balance: The Power of DBT w/ Dr. Kiki Fehling Eli Weinstein, LCSW 44:10

Struggling to stay grounded during emotional storms? This week on The Dude Therapist, we’re diving deep into the world of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) with the brilliant Dr. Kiki Fehling licensed psychologist, author, and Linehan-Board-Certified DBT expert.

We explore how DBT empowers individuals to regulate Emotions, reduce self-destructive behaviors, and navigate life’s chaos with more resilience and calm. Whether you’re a Mental Health professional, someone navigating intense emotions, or just DBT-curious, this episode delivers.

What You’ll Learn:

✅ What DBT actually is and why it works
✅ How DBT helps with emotional regulation, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness
✅ Real-world applications for Anxiety, borderline personality disorder, and beyond
✅ LGBTQ+ mental Health insights and how DBT can be adapted across identities
✅ Dr. Fehling’s personal journey into the field and why DBT is her life’s work

Meet the Guest: Dr. Kiki Fehling

Dr. Kiki Fehling is a licensed psychologist, author, and Linehan Board-Certified DBT expert. She specializes in suicide prevention, self-harm, borderline personality disorder, and LGBTQ+ mental health. She’s the author of Self-Directed DBT Skills: A 3-Month Workbook and DBT Cards for Coping Skills, with a forthcoming book on LGBTQ+ mental health. Dr. Fehling is a passionate educator and content creator known for breaking down complex mental health concepts on Instagram @dbtkiki and through her writing on Psychology Today.

🔗 Connect with Dr. Fehling:
Website: https://www.dbtkiki.com
Instagram: @dbtkiki
Books: Self-Directed DBT Skills & DBT Cards for Coping Skills

Eli Weinstein Eli Weinstein, LCSW

Eli Weinstein is a licensed clinical therapist, devoted husband, and father of two, based in sunny Las Vegas. He runs a thriving private practice serving clients in both New York and Nevada, blending expert clinical insight with an approachable, no-nonsense style that makes mental health support relatable and accessible.

Driven by a passion for breaking mental health stigmas, Eli founded ELIvation and The Dude Therapist podcast to create real, down-to-earth conversations about mental health, fatherhood, parenting, and relationships. His podcast features candid interviews with world-renowned experts like Dr. Edith Eger, Apollo Ohno, Dr. Nicole LePera, and Tina Bryson. He’s also been featured on major platforms like The Kelly Clarkson Show, The Trauma Therapist, Mimosas With Moms, and many others.

Eli’s mission is clear: to empower people with the tools and insights they need to overcome life’s struggles while embracing authenticity, compassion, and a healthy dose of humor. His signature “No BS” approach feels like talking to a trusted friend—who also happens to be a licensed professional.

In addition to his podcast, Eli is set to release a parenting and relationships-focused book with Wiley Publishers, expanding his efforts to make mental health conversations engaging and actionable for all.

Whether through therapy sessions, podcasting, or public speaking, Eli’s goal remains the same: to inspire hope, foster growth, and remind people that with the right support, the life they envision is possible.