Introduction to DBT
For those who are not familiar with DBT, this can serve as a very brief (4 minutes) introduction.
DBT Principles and to Cope with the Dead Ends of Life
In this brief video, I introduce the concept that we could all use the principles and skills of DBT to do things in life that are very difficult, such as getting out of emotional hell and/or accomplishing a cherished dream. Look for more of this in the future, in the written blog and occasional videos.
Current Theory and Applications of DBT
An interview with Charles R. Swenson, MD, Associate Clinical Professor of Psychiatry, University of Massachussetts Medical School – With Phebe Sessions, PhD, Professor, Smith College School for Social Work – August 3, 2016
DBT Trainer & Clearview Program Consultant
Filmed at a Clearview Treatment Programs workshop in Los Angeles
Spirit of Dialectics: Why Do Dialectics?
Why are dialectics such an integral part of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)? DBT Expert Charles Swenson, MD, explains – Sept 8, 2015
The Link Between Mindfulness and Validation
The Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills of mindfulness and validation are interconnected. DBT Trainer Charles Swenson, MD, explains how – Sept 8, 2015
Why Provide Validation in DBT?
Validation is a core strategy in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). DBT Expert Charles Swenson, MD, explains why.
DBT Chain Analysis: How Does It Work?
Charles Swenson, MD, explains how a Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) chain analysis tells a story – May 19, 2015
New Episodes!
Podcast
To Hell and Back
with Charlie Swenson
This podcast series, “To Hell and Back,” is focused on the nature of hellish experiences in life, how people get into them, and to present and discuss tools for coping with hell and getting out. The various podcasts will move back and forth between different varieties of hell in life, and different tools for coping. The tools will be drawn from dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), from other treatments, and from other life experiences.
(Video Versions)
2023 - Episode 109 - 115
2022 - Episodes 84 - 108
2021 - Episodes 78-83
2020 - Episodes 63-77
2019 - Episodes 50-62
