
Mission
Commitment to increase access to DBT and ensure excellence and adherence to the highest treatment standards for providers and programs.
Vision
A world where DBT is delivered with fidelity so there is less suffering, more joy, and individuals and their loved ones build lives worth living.
Core Values: FIDELITY
F – Fidelity to the model – Ensuring treatment is delivered according to the evidence-based DBT model.
I – Integrity – Holding ourselves and our certificants accountable to the highest standards of quality, ethics, and treatment delivery.
D – Dedication to Education & Excellence – Clinical excellence maintained through rigorous standards and ongoing professional development.
E– Equity – Equitable access to high-quality DBT by recognizing and supporting efforts to increase access of care to all.
L – Leadership – Upholding the gold standard for DBT, advancing the quality of care across communities and settings.
I – Innovation – Evolving thoughtfully and responsibly, incorporating emerging best practices while remaining grounded in research.
T – Trust – Assuring certification standards are carried out to protect consumers and their loved ones, clinicians, and the broader community.
Y – Yes to Building Lives Worth Living.