Last November, we discussed the importance of teaching children to give to Self, or as we call it “learn to bake your own bread.” In December, we focused on one of the main ingredients of bread-baking, called self-reinforcement. This month, we would like to offer a demonstration of how to teach self-reinforcement to a young child.
This video is a sample of what we have in our new Resource Library subscription that demonstrates the application of DBT-C techniques and strategies, and also includes Q&As on DBT-C from clinicians and parents.
Bridging Borders in Mental Health: The Official Launch of The Comprehensive Training Center (CTC)
We are thrilled to announce the formal launch of The Comprehensive Training Center (CTC)—a groundbreaking initiative dedicated to expanding access to high-quality DBT training for clinicians worldwide.
Co-founded by Francheska Perepletchikova, PhD (creator of the DBT-C model) and Holli Harris (former CEO of Behavioral Tech), CTC is on a mission to make evidence-based mental health training more accessible than ever. Through state-of-the-art workshops, CTC equips licensed mental health professionals with the skills they need to transform lives.
Breaking Down Barriers in DBT Training
Over the past 12 months, we have been laying the foundation for this initiative through strategic collaborations and live training. We first created a customized Introduction to DBT-C for a group of Brazilian clinicians. This was followed by the launch of our inaugural DBT Basics course—designed to make DBT training more accessible, affordable, and efficient.
Historically, clinicians seeking DBT training for children were required to first complete full-standard DBT training—a time-intensive and costly prerequisite that didn’t make sense for those focused solely on treating children. But DBT Basics changes that.
This foundational course provides the essential DBT concepts and tools needed to dive directly into Dr. Perepletchikova’s adaptation for children. Beyond its primary audience, DBT Basics has also proven invaluable for anyone seeking to get a first look at what DBT is all about—think milieu staff or others supporting DBT programs who can benefit from a solid understanding of the model and its core principles.
Our live training has become a worldwide movement. Clinicians from across the globe joined our first DBT Basics training, which was conducted in English with simultaneous Spanish translation.
We were happy to donate these trainings to the Ukrainians, just as we did in 2023.
This level of international collaboration is at the heart of CTC’s mission. Seeing clinicians from different countries interact, share insights, and support one another is exactly what we set out to do.
Expanding Access with Asynchronous DBT Training
We are now halfway through our first live DBT-C training under the CTC banner, welcoming participants from multiple countries. But we’re not stopping there! We’re beyond excited to introduce our new asynchronous courses—making DBT training more flexible and accessible than ever.
With the launch of our on-demand learning platform and website, clinicians will have access to self-paced, high-quality DBT training anytime, anywhere. Whether you’re a seasoned professional looking to refine your skills or a newcomer exploring DBT for the first time, our courses are designed to meet you where you are.
Stay tuned for more details on our upcoming courses in the next newsletter. The future of global DBT training starts now!
Upcoming Workshops
FOR THERAPISTS
DBT Niños y Niñas (DBT-C)
Parte 1: 10,11,17,18 de Mayo, 2025
Parte 2: 15,16,22,23 de Noviembre, 2025
DBT-C (Asynchronous)
This training is intended for clinicians invested in learning DBT-C to a high standard to better implement the treatment in their setting.
DBT Basics (Asynchronous)
DBT Basics is designed for clinicians who are working with children and would like to participate in the DBT-C workshop but have not received the otherwise required standard DBT Foundational or Intensive training.
DBT-C Resource Library Subscription
To provide an extended learning experience for the DBT-C training, The Comprehensive Training Center offers a monthly subscription to a growing library of role play videos demonstrating the application of DBT-C strategizes and a library of Q&A from clinicians and parents.
DBT-C (Audit)
To help therapists keep up with the advances in DBT-C model, we are excited to honor your initial investment in DBT-C training by offering an opportunity take the updated DBT-C workshop at a fraction of the original cost.
FOR THERAPISTS
Superparenting 101: How to Raise a Supersenser (Live)
Superparenting course is intended to provide psychoeducation and resources to caregivers of children, adolescents and young adults with severe emotional and behavioral dysregulation.
Part 1: 10/1-12/17, 2025
Part 2: 01/07-03/25, 2026
Superparenting (Asynchronous)
Superparenting course is intended to provide psychoeducation and resources to caregivers of children, adolescents and young adults with severe emotional and behavioral dysregulation.
Quote of the Month
“The ability to self-regulate is not just about skills; it starts with accepting responsibility for one’s own responses.”