DBT Comprehensive Implementation & Training Intensive (CITI) is a two-part virtual training designed for practitioners and programs seeking an immersive training experience in order to build clinical competence in delivering DBT. This is the first step towards qualifying for certification through the DBT-LBC certification board. CITI is also an avenue for existing DBT programs to move closer to adherence by refining clinician skills and building a highly effective DBT consultation team. Existing DBT teams have found CITI to be the optimal way to train new staff in the principles and practices of DBT, and burgeoning teams have found CITI to be the jump start they need towards becoming a comprehensive, adherent program.
Why choose Portland DBT Institute for DBT Intensive Training?
Portland DBT Institute trainers are unique in that we are DBT clinicians, facing the same real world challenges as you are. As one of the oldest and largest DBT clinics certified by the DBT-LBC board of certification – DBT is what we do. Our intensive training is lead by PDBTI’s Associate Director Dr. Andrew White, PhD, ABPP, DBT-LBC, who has decades of knowledge in DBT treatment, getting individuals and programs certified by DBT-LBC, and running a DBT clinic that accepts insurance.
Apply to CITI for Free!
Applications for this virtual two-part immersive DBT training experience are free!
It is recommended that people apply to DBT CITI with a team. Individual clinician applications will be accepted on a case by cases basis following a review of applications, and will be asked to partner with other DBT providers during training.
Schedule
Part 1:
October 5, 6, 7, 13 & 14, 2026
8:30am – 4:00pm Pacific Time
11:30am – 7:00pm Eastern Time
Part 2:
12 Tuesdays beginning April 6, 2027
3:00pm – 5:00pm Pacific Time
6:00pm – 8:00pm Eastern Time
