APPLICATION AND ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS REMAIN AS WRITTEN ON THIS SITE. APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2024-2025 TRAINING YEAR WILL BE ACCEPTED FROM SEPTEMBER 15, 2024-DECEMBER 15, 2023. Letters of reference should be submitted directly to [email protected] by the writer.
Applications are processed on a rolling admissions basis until all places are filled. Please submit applications via email to [email protected].
- A current resume/CV (please include current practicum site, population and program type)
- A 1-2 page summary detailing your knowledge of and professional experience with DBT with individuals suffering from emotion regulation disorders. Please include why you are interested in studying to become a DBT clinician.
- At least one letter of reference addressing your capacity and potential to do intensive advanced psychotherapy study with high-risk individuals in an academic and clinically challenging environment. **All letters of reference should come directly from the person writing them – not through the applicant. The person writing the reference can submit the letter to swdbt@columbia.edu. **
Two interviews are required for finalists. Interviews will be conducted via Zoom. Applicants will receive confirmation and further instructions on the interview process upon receipt of a completed application. Applicants are responsible for submitting all application materials to [email protected]
For more information please review the following webinar:
DBT Training Program Webinar Part 1: Treatment Overview (CC)
All applicants are expected to attend a DBT Program Information Session. We have also added Q & A sessions this year. Sessions begin mid-September and are offered both live and on Zoom. Schedules are posted in CSSW elevators.
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