DBT Works

02/07/2026

Which treatment is the *only* psychotherapy that is "well-established" for reducing self-injurious behaviors in teens?

Hint: We're super excited about it!

Alright, alright, we know, the suspense was too much for us, too: It's DBT for adolescents!

In a new update, just released in the Journal of Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology on behalf of the Society of Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology, our own Erika Esposito, Ph.D. and her colleagues found that DBT for adolescents is currently the only psychotherapy that is well-established for reducing teen suicidal ideation, su***de attempts, and self-harm.

Read more here: https://www.dbtworks.com/blog/hot-off-the-press-dbt-for-adolescents-is-the-only-well-established-treatment-for-reducing-teen-suicidal-ideation-su***de-attempts-and-self-harmnbsp

Or, check out the full article here: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/pdf/10.1080/15374416.2026.2613368

12/21/2025

Many folks think they've tried , but it turns out what they did wasn't really DBT at all. So, how can you tell if a provider is really doing adherent DBT?

Of course, finding an LBC certified provider or program is a great strategy, but only a small portion of DBT programs are certified. Don't worry though, there are a few simple questions you can ask to determine whether a provider is providing adherent DBT.

12/15/2025

wrapped 2025!

12/07/2025

Join us for a webinar on Tuesday December 16th at 5pm. Previous experience with DBT for parents and registration required. https://zoom.us/meeting/register/j4h6y_OVRPiQtVO8bB3NMg

11/06/2025

We are so excited to share that we are now in-network with Behavioral Health! This means that if you have any plan whose behavioral health benefits are administered by Optum, our day program is IN NETWORK for your insurance.

07/18/2025

🌟Exciting news! 🌟 We’re pleased to announce that DBT Works has achieved Behavioral Health Care and Human Services Accreditation from The Joint Commission!
The is a symbol of our commitment to our clients to provide safe, high-quality healthcare.

06/12/2025

🚨 New paper alert 🚨

06/11/2025

We are saddened and concerned to report that a crime has occurred on premises. As behaviorists will know, theft of reinforcers is serious business. The bomb pops located in the freezer were clearly labeled for specific diary card completion reinforcement purposes and have been STOLEN. Please report any information on this incident immediately. We thank you for your support.

05/16/2025

We are excited to share that for the first time in months, we have immediate openings in our comprehensive outpatient program in the adolescent track. If you know an adolescent (ages 13-18) who could benefit from comprehensive, adherent DBT, please send them our way! https://dbtworks.ritten.io/ #/lead-application

05/03/2025

05/03/2025

We’re psyched to be back at the annual conference at ! Make sure to come by our table and make your own crisis kit.