Introduction to
Dialectical
Behavior
Therapy (DBT)
Core Principles of
DBT
• 1. Dialectics
• 2. Mindfulness
• 3. Distress Tolerance
• 4. Emotion Regulation
• 5. Interpersonal Effectiveness
Target Populations and Indications
• - Originally developed for Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
• - Effective for other conditions, including:
• - Substance use disorders
• - Eating disorders
• - Mood disorders (e.g., depression, bipolar disorder)
• - PTSD and trauma-related disorders
• - Self-harming behaviors
Components of DBT
1. Individual Therapy
2. Group Skills Training
3. Phone Coaching
4. Consultation Team