Beyond the Basics: Advanced Application of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Skills

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), originally developed by Dr. Marsha Linehan to treat individuals with borderline personality disorder and chronic suicidal ideation, has evolved into a powerful, evidence-based approach for a wide range of mental health challenges. Today, DBT is effectively used to treat conditions such as depression, bulimia, binge-eating disorder, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and substance use disorders in both adolescents and adults.

But what happens after clinicians have mastered the foundational skills of DBT? How can they deepen their practice and enhance client outcomes?

That’s where the Advanced Application of DBT Skills course comes in.

Event Details

• Date: October 10, 2025
• Time: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM (ET)
• Format: Live Webinar
• Credit Hours: 5.5 Contact Hours

Ready to take your DBT skills to the next level?
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Bridging Theory and Practice

This advanced training is designed for mental health professionals who are ready to move beyond the basics and refine their clinical application of DBT. Participants will gain hands-on strategies to:

• Effectively teach DBT skills in both individual and group settings.
• Set up and facilitate skills training groups with structure and confidence.
• Conduct meaningful homework reviews that reinforce learning and accountability.
• Use behavioral strategies to increase client engagement and participation.
• Incorporate behavioral rehearsal and role-play to bring DBT skills to life.

Rather than focusing on the content of DBT modules (Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness), this course emphasizes the process of delivering DBT skills training. It’s about how to teach, not just what to teach.

Why This Matters

Even the most well-designed therapeutic interventions can fall flat without effective delivery. This course empowers clinicians to:

• Navigate common challenges in DBT group dynamics.
• Tailor interventions to diverse client populations.
• Strengthen therapeutic alliances through structured, skills-based work.
• Foster a collaborative, validating environment that supports change.

Who Should Attend

This course is ideal for:

• Therapists currently using DBT who want to enhance their skills.
• Clinicians running or planning to run DBT skills groups.
• Mental health professionals seeking to integrate DBT into broader treatment plans.

Course Details and Registration

Hosted by Northwest AHEC, this training offers a unique opportunity to deepen your DBT practice with expert guidance and peer collaboration.

Ready to take your DBT skills to the next level?
Click here to learn more and register.