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DBT-LBC™ is inviting dedicated DBT-LBC™ Certified Clinicians to serve as mentors for our growing Mentorship Program. Volunteers will be fostering future certified providers committed to fidelity to the model, who in turn will provide DBT as it was designed to be delivered to both present day and future clients in need. Mentors focus on helping…

BPD Awareness Week 2025-1 in 10: Uniting for Change DBT-LBC™ is excited to spread awareness about BPD and promote high quality DBT treatment beyond US borders. To begin, we are highlighting BPD Awareness Week in Australia which spans October 1st through October 7th. Our intention is to continue promoting collaboration to reduce stigma, support DBT…

The DBT-Linehan Board of Certification (DBT-LBC™) is Asking for Your Support During National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and the DBT-Linehan Board of Certification (DBT-LBC™) is kindly asking for your financial support. We know that therapist adherence to DBT protocols predicts fewer suicide attempts, results in less hospitalizations, and…

DBT Therapist adherence - Why it really matters September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, so what better time to review the impact Dialectical Behavior Therapy has on reducing suicidal thoughts and urges?  DBT was initially developed for suicidal clients and has rigorous research data supporting Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) as an effective evidence-based treatment. …

The DBT-Linehan Board of Certification (DBT-LBC™) has launched a new opportunity to access some of the most respected experts in the field of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) through on-demand past webinars. Each recording is available for a $40 rental fee, giving you 90 days of flexible viewing. This collection brings together internationally recognized clinicians, researchers,…

Pre-Order Today Announcing the Release of: Treating Eating Disorders with DBT: The MED DBT Protocol Did you know that there is now a textbook for treating multi-diagnostic eating disorder clients? Treating Eating Disorders with DBT: The MED DBT Protocol (Federici & Wisniewski) is now available for preorder through Guilford Press. We spoke with Anita Federici,…

In 2015, Dr. Marsha Linehan’s Wise Mind chimed in: what if the growing community of DBT practitioners and researchers came together – not only in spirit, but also in structure? Known for her memorable acronyms, transformative skills, and relentless belief in the possibility of building a life worth living, Marsha had a new vision: the…

Having BPD often feels like you’re stuck in a cycle of overwhelming emotions, chaotic relationships, or behaviors you regret but can’t seem to stop. And most people with BPD have never been taught how to handle all of that intensity. Many feel like nothing will ever change and they are condemned to a life of…

July is Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, widely recognized as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) Mental Health Awareness Month. At DBT-LBC™, we’re committed to raising awareness about mental health in BIPOC communities and highlighting how Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) can support clients from diverse backgrounds. Mental Health Trends in…

It’s not every day that we get to celebrate a legacy as profound and impactful as that of Tim Knettler. With deep gratitude and a touch of bittersweet emotion, we announce the retirement of Tim, our appreciated Consulting Executive Director and a foundational pillar of the DBT-LBC™ community. Tim’s journey with DBT-LBC™ began at its…