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This comprehensive online course is designed for mental health clinicians seeking to deepen their understanding and application of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills in clinical practice. Whether you're new to DBT or looking to sharpen your skills, this course provides a dynamic, hands-on learning experience grounded in evidence-based theory and real-world application. Participants will explore the four core modules of DBT skills training—Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness—with an emphasis on how to effectively teach, adapt, and integrate these tools with diverse client populations. The course will also cover DBT’s theoretical underpinnings, the biosocial model, and practical strategies for structuring individual and group skills sessions. Through video lectures, clinical demonstrations, downloadable handouts, and interactive exercises, clinicians will gain confidence in using DBT skills to support clients dealing with emotional dysregulation, self-harm, relationship challenges, and high-risk behaviors. Topics Covered: - Theoretical foundations of DBT and the biosocial model - Core mindfulness practices to increase present-moment awareness - Distress tolerance skills for crisis survival and acceptance - Emotion regulation techniques to improve emotional resilience - Interpersonal effectiveness tools for assertive communication and boundary-setting - Practical strategies for teaching and reinforcing DBT skills in individual and group settings - Case conceptualization using DBT principles - Addressing common challenges in DBT skills training Ideal for: Licensed therapists, counselors, social workers, psychologists, and advanced graduate students looking to build or expand their DBT toolkit.

