AI DBT App for Between-Session Practice

Practice DBT skills between sessions with Marsha.

WithMarsha is an AI DBT app for adults practicing skills between therapy sessions. Find the right skill in the moment, keep your daily diary card, and bring a record of your homework to your therapist. Guided practice on iOS and Android, without searching through worksheets.

Free download · Optional monthly or annual subscription. See pricing

Example skill walkthrough · Scripted preview

I keep replaying a tense conversation from work.

Let’s pause with the STOP skill and notice what your body is doing before you react.

Important: WithMarsha is an educational application for learning and practicing DBT skills. It is not therapy, not a clinical mental health service, and not a substitute for care from a qualified mental health professional. The AI suggests psychoeducational content from a structured skills library based on your input - it does not assess your mental health, diagnose any condition, or provide clinical treatment of any kind. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please contact a crisis line or mental health professional immediately. Crisis Resources ->

Quick answer

What is WithMarsha?

WithMarsha is a DBT app for between-session skills practice. It helps you find the right DBT skill, walk through it with an AI companion, and keep a repeatable practice rhythm when real life gets messy.

Master the Four Pillars of DBT

Evidence-based skills adapted for modern life, guided by Marsha every step of the way

01

Mindfulness

Stay present in the moment

02

Emotion Regulation

Navigate feelings with clarity

03

Distress Tolerance

Build resilience through challenges

04

Interpersonal Effectiveness

Strengthen your relationships

Want definitions and exercises for each pillar? Visit our DBT explainer.

Keep your DBT homework in one place

Missed a day? Start with one entry. Your diary card is a record of practice, not a test you have to pass.

Morning check-in

Name what you are feeling and set an intention for the day.

A skill for this moment

Describe what happened and walk through a relevant DBT skill with Marsha.

Evening reflection

Log emotions and skills in your diary card so you can see what you tried.

Bring it to your therapist

With a subscription, export your weekly diary card as a PDF to share with your therapist. You choose what to send.

Free tools, no signup

Try one exercise here before deciding whether you want the app.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about WithMarsha

What is a DBT app, and how does WithMarsha fit?

WithMarsha is an educational DBT app for learning and practicing DBT skills between sessions. It provides a structured skill library with a conversational companion - describe what you're experiencing, and Marsha will surface the most relevant skill and walk you through how to practice it. Peek at how the experience flows from morning check-ins to evening reflections.

What does the AI DBT companion actually do?

Marsha does not assess your mental health, adapt a treatment plan, or intervene in a crisis. When you describe what you're experiencing, the AI selects the most relevant skill from a fixed psychoeducational content library and explains how to practice it. Think of it as a DBT workbook that knows where to open - the AI navigates to the right page based on your input. It does not diagnose any condition or provide clinical treatment of any kind.

Will talking to Marsha feel impersonal?

Marsha uses the situation you describe to suggest a DBT skill and walk you through practicing it, rather than asking you to search a worksheet library. It is still AI, and it may miss the mark. You can tell it when a suggestion does not fit. Keep your diary card as a record of what you tried; with a subscription, you can export a weekly PDF to bring to your therapist. Marsha does not replace that human relationship.

Can a DBT app replace therapy?

No. WithMarsha is an educational tool designed to help you practice DBT skills, but it is NOT therapy or a substitute for professional mental health care. We encourage using WithMarsha alongside therapy with a qualified mental health professional. Review our disclaimer and keep our crisis resources on hand for urgent help.

How can a DBT app help between therapy sessions?

A DBT app can reinforce homework, make skills easier to access in daily life, and give you a structured place to practice when emotions spike outside the therapy room. WithMarsha focuses on those between-session moments.

What are DBT skills?

DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) skills are evidence-based techniques that help manage emotions, improve relationships, and build resilience. The four core modules are: Mindfulness, Emotion Regulation, Distress Tolerance, and Interpersonal Effectiveness. Learn more about each inside our DBT guide.

How much does WithMarsha cost?

WithMarsha subscriptions cost $4.99 per month or $49.99 per year in the US on both Apple and Android. Both unlock the same paid features; the difference is how often you pay. Our six web tools are free, with no signup. See pricing, included features, and trial details.

Is my data private and secure?

Yes. Your conversations and personal data are encrypted and stored securely. We never sell your data to third parties. You can delete your account and data at any time. Read our Privacy Policy for full details.

What if I'm in crisis?

WithMarsha is NOT an emergency service. If you're in crisis, please call 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), text HOME to 741741, or call 911. Visit our Crisis Resources page for more help.

What devices does WithMarsha support?

WithMarsha is available now for iPhone and iPad through the App Store and for Android through Google Play.

Who created WithMarsha?

WithMarsha was founded by Alex Avila, an AI engineer who has been through DBT group therapy, and is developed by GTM Bot Inc. Read why Alex built WithMarsha. While inspired by DBT created by Dr. Marsha Linehan, we are not affiliated with her or the Linehan Institute. Our public DBT content follows a source-led editorial process using DBT manuals, peer-reviewed research, and official clinical resources; read our editorial standards.

What our users are saying

“True to the program design and very well presented.”
“Actively participating in DBT skills.”
“It presumes no prior experience with DBT.”

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