Meridian DBT & Psychotherapy Services

Meridian DBT & Psychotherapy Services, located in Colchester, Vermont, is a clinician-founded practice that specializes in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and DBT Prolonged Exposure (DBT-PE) for individuals and groups. Founded in 2017 by three colleagues seeking a more sustainable, ethical, and collaborative clinical environment, Meridian was built to support both client well-being and therapist longevity. The practice is currently owned and operated by licensed psychotherapists Megan Dunston and Michelle Metzler, who continue to foster a supportive setting for mental health professionals while providing evidence-based, client-centered care.

The team at Meridian offers a range of outpatient services, including individual therapy, group therapy, and virtual and in-person sessions. Their DBT skills groups focus on four essential modules: mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness—designed to help individuals develop greater emotional resilience and interpersonal skills. In addition to direct client care, Meridian serves as a learning hub for mental health professionals by offering supervision, consultation, clinical training, and mentorship. Clients struggling with conditions such as depression, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, PTSD, self-harm, and mood-related challenges can benefit from Meridian’s structured and integrative approach. With a deep commitment to both therapeutic integrity and clinician well-being, Meridian DBT has become a trusted center for DBT learning and care across Vermont.