Joining a DBT Group

Download an application form but read the recommendations below.

Thank you for considering our Introduction to a Dialectical Behavioral Skills Workgroup.  Successful groups require motivated and committed participants.  This application process is to find these participants.

First, determine if you are ready to commit.  DBT material is easy to understand and the group dynamics are nurturing; but it is difficult to integrate the skills into your life.  Almost everyone finds some internal resistance to doing the homework.  Sharing your frustration and success stories helps, but it still requires hard work.  At a minimum, you need to commit to coming to classes.  If you do not come, DBT will not help you. 

Reasons not to do the DBT Workgroup: 

Ø      You are doing it to please someone else like your parent, your spouse or your therapist

Ø      You just heard about DBT and believe it will magically change your life in 12 weeks

Reasons to do the DBT Workgroup: 

Ø      You have suffered enough to be willing to look inward for solutions

Ø      You are committed to staying with a program especially when it feels unbearable

Ø      You meet weekly with a therapist who supports your integration of these skills into your life

Ø      You plan on doing the homework

Once you are ready to commit download an application using the button below.  If it si not on your computer you will need  Acrobat Reader to view and print the application forms.   Fill out the application form and the releases for your therapist and psychiatrist. Mail these completed forms with a check for $100 to the name and address on the application. 

I will call to to schedule your consultation .

See costs and refunds for information on the finances of the DBT Skills Workgroup.

Download Application an Adobe Acrobat pdf file.  You will need the Adobe Acrobat Reader to view and print this file.