DBT Therapist In- Training (54738

DBT Therapist-In-Training

Join our team as a DBT Therapist-In-Training and help individuals build skills for lasting emotional wellness and recovery. Under the direction of a Licensed Therapist or Licensed Psychologist, this role provides assessment, diagnosis, and treatment services for individuals experiencing mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders, with a strong emphasis on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and evidence-based practices.

• Provide individual, family, couples, and group psychotherapy services.
• Facilitate DBT-focused individual and group therapy, including skills training in mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness.
• Conduct clinical assessments, develop diagnoses, and create collaborative treatment plans.
• Deliver psychoeducation and skill-building services to clients and supports.
• Participate in treatment/recovery team meetings and clinical supervision.
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation and client records.
• Provide trauma-informed, person-centered care aligned with agency standards and evidence-based practices.

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, or a related behavioral health field.
• Eligibility for a Wisconsin training license (APSW, LPC-IT, or MFT-IT).
• Practicum experience in behavioral health services required.
• Experience or training in DBT strongly preferred; willingness to complete DBT-specific training required.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

• Passion for helping individuals develop coping and life skills.
• Commitment to trauma-informed and recovery-oriented care.
• Strong communication, documentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends based on client needs.

If you are eager to grow your clinical skills while making a meaningful impact through Dialectical Behavior Therapy, we encourage you to apply.