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Dialectical Behaviour Therapy: Past, Present, and Future

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy: Past, Present, and Future

Update: 2025-05-14
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Exploring DBT: Techniques, Efficacy, and Lived Experience #BIGSPD25


Welcome to episode 1 of the BIGSPD 2025 podcast, hosted by André from the Mental Elf. This episode dives deep into Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) with guest experts Professor Michaela Swales, Programme Director at the North Wales Clinical Psychology Programme, and Jenifer Dylan, an Advanced Lived Experience Practitioner and DBT Therapist.


Together, they explore the success, challenges, and future of DBT, discussing various psychotherapies for personality disorders, evidence for DBT's effectiveness, and the roles of therapists with lived experience. Tune in to learn how DBT works, real-life applications, and the importance of tailored therapeutic approaches. Join us for an insightful conversation and stay updated on the latest research and practices in mental health.


00:00 Welcome to the BIGSPD25 Podcast

00:27 Meet the Experts: Michaela Swales and Jenifer Dylan

01:09 Understanding DBT and Other Psychotherapies

05:23 The Efficacy and Safety of DBT

08:01 Introduction to DBT: Basics and Skills

12:26 DBT in Practice: Real-Life Applications

18:22 Adapting DBT for Diverse Needs

24:32 The Role of Lived Experience in Therapy

31:59 Improving Clinical Care in DBT

35:08 Conclusion and Upcoming Events


Find out more about the 2025 conference of the British and Irish Group for the Study of Personality Disorders on their website: https://bigspd.org.uk/bigspd-conference-2025/


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Dialectical Behaviour Therapy: Past, Present, and Future

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy: Past, Present, and Future