3.5 CE credit hours available
Lecture Description
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a comprehensive psychological treatment that was originally developed for borderline personality disorder but has now been used to treat a variety of mental health problems. Dozens of randomized trials of DBT have been conducted including studies evaluating the efficacy of only the skills portion of the treatment. Results support the use of DBT skills to increase emotion regulation capabilities and decrease negative mental health outcomes such as depression and anxiety. In this workshop, Dr. Rizvi will review the DBT skills modules, the proposed mechanisms of change within DBT, and will highlight specific skills that may be especially useful in a transdiagnostic clinical practice. In addition, skills that therapists can use themselves to manage stress and burnout will be reviewed.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of this workshop, the learner will be able to:
1. Identify the four skills modules of Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
2. Explain the relationship between DBT skills use and psychological outcomes.
3. Describe the use of DBT distress tolerance skills for managing stress.
Speaker Biography
Shireen Rizvi is a licensed clinical psychologist, author, and researcher with over 20 years of professional experience. She currently serves as Director of Psychology Training and Director of DBT Services and Research at Montefiore Einstein in New York City. From 2009-2024, Shireen was Professor of Clinical Psychology at Rutgers University. She has authored over 100 peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters, as well as two books on Dialectical Behavior Therapy. She also has a forthcoming book on DBT skills for everyday life. Lastly - she is a founding member of NYC-CBT!