Our DBT-C program is specifically designed for children under 12 and their parents who experience intense family conflicts, behavioral disruption at home/school, or difficulty setting limits. Following the behavioral principles of other comprehensive DBT treatments but tailored to the needs of families with younger children. This program includes family DBT skills training, individual treatment for the child, and separate Behavioral Parent Training for the parents.
These sessions can be done together in 60 or 75 minute sessions or broken up as needed. During these sessions, the child and the parents will each learn how to apply a variety of skills to better manage their own reactions.
Help parents learn the steps to behavior change and create a change-ready environment
Introduce parents to behavior modification techniques
Help parents troubleshoot parenting challenges
Help parents and children gain awareness of vulnerabilities and triggers to problem behaviors
Teach parents and children how to problem-solve effectively
Teach parents and children how to identify and change common thinking traps
Teach parents and children to understand emotions and urges
Teach parents and children skills to increase tolerance to stressors
Teach parents and children how to be more mindful throughout the day
Teach parents and children how to regulate their emotions and effectively communicate with others