During this presentation, clinicians will learn about:
- The 4 modules of DBT (core mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation and interpersonal effectiveness)
- Chain Analysis
- Live demonstrations of module
- Ways to implement DBT into diverse clinical settings
Presented by
Daren Ford, LCSW
Daren Ford is a licensed clinical social worker and certified DBT therapist who currently has a private practice in Portland, Oregon. With over 20 years of clinical experience, he has continued to use DBT throughout his clinical career. Daren has implemented DBT into drug and alcohol treatment centers, mental health facilities and family medicine. He is currently contracted with the Indian Health Board and recently worked with the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) as a consultant and adviser supporting patients, physicians, nurses and mental health providers with providing medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorders. Daren has also been faculty for Oregon Health and Science University and Portland State University. Daren also sings and plays bass for the established hard rock band out of Southern California called Max Boogie Overdrive.