Training Center
Our training center helps ensure continuing education to therapists by offering a series of professional development seminars. A unique emphasis of this continuing education program is its collaboration with Idaho universities, school districts, state agencies, family physicians, pediatricians, and other non-profit organizations that serve children and families.
The training center strives to be the first choice for training in behavioral health issues affecting children, families, and those who serve them.
DBT Training (Dialectical Behavior Therapy)
Overview of DBT with Emphasis on DBT Skills for Adolescents and Caregivers
(Registration closes January 6th)
Dates: January 21 & 22 (Wednesday, Thursday): 8:30 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.
January 23 (Friday): 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Location: Boise Metro Chamber
Price: $400
CE hours available: 18
Overview
This training introduces the fundamentals of DBT for adolescents (ages 12+) and their caregivers. Participants will explore key strategies such as validation, dialectics, and behavioral chain analysis, along with the four core modules - emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, distress tolerance, and mindfulness - plus adaptations for adolescents, including the Middle Path module. The facilitator will also highlight the role of case conceptualization and how to integrate chain analyses with biopsychosocial history to tailor skills to each client.
Objectives
- Build understanding of DBT skills through didactics, modeling, and role play
- Learn effective strategies for teaching DBT skills to youth and families
- Gain practical tools to implement DBT skills immediately in clinical practice
Recommended Materials
- DBT Skills Training Manual
- DBT Skills Training Handouts and Worksheets
- Cognitive-Behavioral Treatment of Boarderline Personality Disorder (Marsha Linehan's book. This is the true treatment manual for DBT. It is not needed for training, but a phenomenal resource ongoing for people applying DBT in practice. )
Refreshments and Meals
Breakfast items, coffee, and snacks will be provided each day. Lunch will not be provided on Wednesday or Thursday; participants are asked to make their own arrangements. Please note that refrigerator access is unavailable, though there are several nearby options for lunch. A working lunch will be held on Friday, and lunch will be provided for all participants.
About the Trainer
Ashley Maliken
PhD, DBT-LBC (she/her)
Ashley is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in CBT and DBT for adolescents, young adults, and families. She is the Director of the Training Team and Teen and Family Team Lead at PDBTI. Dr. Maliken trained in DBT at the University of Washington with Dr. Marsha Linehan and previously served as faculty at UCSF and UC Berkeley. She has extensive experience in clinical practice, teaching, training, and supervision, with a career dedicated to advancing evidence-based treatments.
