Summary
Participants in this seminar will be introduced to Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), where it fits into the history of psychotherapy in the United States and how it incorporates aspects of Cognitive Behavior Therapy and mindfulness practices into its approach to treatment. The etiology of Borderline Personality Disorder from a DBT perspective will also be introduced and key concepts in DBT will be defined. Finally, we will review each of the four skills modules taught in DBT.
Overview
Learning Objectives
- Understand the origins and nature of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Understand the etiology of Borderline Personality Disorder from a DBT perspective
- Understand key concepts in DBT
- Be familiar with the 4 skills modules in DBT
Audience
Beginner to Intermediate
Earn Continuing Education Hours
By participating in this class you will earn:
| Instructional Hours | 2 |
| University of Wisconsin Continuing Education Units | .2 |
| American Psychological Association - Continuing Education Credit | 2 |
| Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services - Substance Abuse Counselors - Continuing Education Credit Hours | 2 |
| Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services - Marriage and Family Therapists - Continuing Education Credit Hours | 2 |
| Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services - Social Workers - Continuing Education Credit Hours | 2 |
| Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services - Licensed Professional Counselors | 2 |
Upcoming dates
Enrich Your Practice: Introduction to DBT
Location: Online
Course #: 8751-C-PDAS-8751-24-PDAS
Fee: $75 For registration assistance: 608-262-2451
Register by mail: printable registration form
continuingstudies.wisc.edu/8751-C-PDAS
Fee
$75
Schedule
Monday, Aug. 21, 2–4 p.m.
Register through: August 16, 2023
All times shown in central time.
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