Over the past 7 weeks, I have attended an IOP DBT adult group therapy course led by Aline. Without question, this process has been life altering for me. The essential life skills practices presented through this therapy modality taught me so much about myself and have dramatically improved my emotional regulation practices and interpersonal effectiveness in all relationships in my life. That being said, this experience would not have been the same without the skilled leadership of our therapist, Aline. Her kindness, humility and comforting presence gave each of us the confidence to be vulnerable in our group discussions. Her seasoned expertise both enlightened us and gently challenged each of us on our own paths of growth. Her intelligence and articulation of ideas was inspirational while, her sense of humor, her laughter, and her willingness to share her own life experiences was disarming making each of us feel like her equal. I will genuinely miss the skillful interactions with Aline each week.