DBT KOREA Symposium Series

The DBT KOREA Symposium is a rare and valuable opportunity for Korean professionals to engage directly with world-class DBT experts who are not easily accessible in Korea. Through this symposium, participants will gain the latest knowledge in DBT clinical applications and research, understand its current global expansion, and deepen their grasp of DBT’s core principles—making this an important milestone in their professional growth.

This symposium is more than a series of lectures; it provides a platform for professionals in Korea to connect with internationally recognized leaders and to become active participants in shaping the future of DBT together.

The DBT KOREA Symposium is open to all professionals seeking to learn DBT. By acquiring advanced knowledge and delivering services that adhere to DBT standards, participants will help build a new culture of mental health care in Korea.

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The DBT KOREA Symposium brings world-class DBT expertise to Korea,
offering authentic, high-quality training with global leaders.

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Symposium Information

Live Lecture Schedule

Period: September 2025 – September 2026 (13 months) / Recorded VOD available

Date: Saturday, mid-to-late each month (see curriculum for details*)

Lecture: 8:00 – 9:00 AM KST

Q&A: 9:00 – 9:30 AM KST

Class Format

Live online lecture / Recorded VOD access**

Lecture: Microsoft Teams AI-generated English captions with automatic Korean translation***

Q&A: Submitted via chat

Registration Fee

Symposium Series Registration (13 lectures): 650,000 KRW (approx. 30% discount, regular price 910,000 KRW)****

Registration

DBT KOREA Symposium Series Registration Form

Upon submission, a payment instruction email will be sent*****

*Please refer to the DBT KOREA Symposium Series webpage for the full curriculum and schedule. Any changes will be announced in advance.

** The DBT Institute of Korea provides recorded VOD as the default format. Registered participants may also join the live lectures on Microsoft Teams.

*** All lectures include Microsoft Teams’ AI-generated English captions and automatic Korean translation.

**** Refund Policy: A full refund will be provided if cancellation is requested by September 19, 2025 (the day before the first lecture). Since recorded VOD is provided, refunds are not available for missing the live lecture. Tuition fees reflect the 30% discounted rate for the full series; additional discounts or partial refunds are not available for missing individual sessions. If you cancel mid-series, refunds will be prorated based on the regular (non-discounted) rate. In the unlikely event that the program itself is canceled, a full refund will be issued.

***** After submitting the registration form, you will receive a payment link and other important information by email. The same email address will be used for Microsoft Teams access, so please check your spam folder.

Symposium Curriculum*

Symposium Lead Moderator: Yong Cho, Ph.D.

Symposium 01

Foundations of DBT: Its Development, Global Contributions, and Current Trends in Research and Practice
Gwendolyn Abney-Cunningham, MSW
Sep 20, 2025, Sat 8–9:30 AM KST

Symposium 02

Towards Fidelity and Adherence: DBT Training for Clinicians and Delivering Quality Services
Sara Schmidt, Ph.D.
Oct 18, 2025, Sat 8–9:30 AM KST

Symposium 03

Medication and DBT Integration: Pharmacotherapy for High-Risk Clients in DBT
Laurence Katz, M.D.
Nov 15, 2025, Sat 8–9:30 AM KST

Symposium 04

DBT in Outpatient Settings: Implementing and Sustaining Standard DBT Program
Jasper Berg, Ph.D.
Dec 20, 2025, Sat 8–9:30 AM KST

Symposium 05

DBT and Eating Disorders: Applications of DBT for Complex, Multi-Diagnostic Eating Disorder Clients
Denise Ben-Porath, Ph.D.
Jan 17, 2026, Sat 8–9:30 AM KST

Symposium 06

DBT for Preadolescent Children: Developmentally Appropriate Skill Adaptation and Parent Involvement
Casey Anderson, LCPC
Feb 28, 2026, Sat 8–9:30 AM KST

Symposium 07

School-Based DBT: Promoting Comprehensive DBT Programming in Educational Settings
Elizabeth Dexter-Mazza, PsyD
Apr 4, 2026, Sat 8–9:30 AM KST

Symposium 08

DBT for Trauma: An Introduction to the DBT Prolonged Exposure Protocol for PTSD
Melanie Harned, PhD, ABPP
Apr 18, 2026, Sat 8–9:30 AM KST

Symposium 09

DBT in University Counseling Centers: Implementing and Adapting DBT for Emerging Adult Populations
Carla Chugani, Ph.D., LPC
May 16, 2026, Sat 8–9:30 AM KST

Symposium 10

DBT for Adolescents: Standard DBT-A Treatment: Outcome Research and Future Directions for Success
Lorie Ritschel, PhD
Jun 20, 2026, Sat 8–9:30 AM KST

Symposium 11

DBT for Substance Use Disorders: Dialectical Strategies to Reduce Harm and Support Recovery
Emily Cooney, PhD, PGDipClPs
Jul 18, 2026, Sat 8–9:30 AM KST

Symposium 12

DBT in Forensic and Correctional Settings: Working with Emotionally Dysregulated Offenders and High-Risk Populations
Nicole Kletzka, Ph.D.

Aug 15, 2026, Sat 8–9:30 AM KST

Symposium 13

DBT with Families: Enhancing Treatment Outcomes Through Family Involvement and Intervention
Marcus Rodriguez, PhD
Sep 19, 2026, Sat 8–9:30 AM KST

* Please refer to the Symposium Information above for details on lecture format, structure, registration fees, and application. 

Opening the DBT KOREA Symposium Series

The upcoming DBT KOREA Symposium is a unique opportunity to learn directly from leading experts who are advancing both clinical practice and academic research in DBT. With the support of Marsha Linehan and her core team, the DBT Institute of Korea has partnered with Behavioral Tech—the world’s foremost group of DBT trainers—to provide professionals in Korea with access to authentic and high-quality DBT training.

Through this symposium, you will gain insight into the latest developments in clinical applications and research outcomes across the expanding field of DBT, ensuring that you remain at the forefront of knowledge in this discipline.

We also extend our deepest gratitude to the distinguished faculty members who have generously dedicated their time and expertise to this series, in order to support Korean professionals in achieving a deeper understanding of DBT.

Yong Cho, Ph.D.

Head, DBT Institute of Korea

DBT Institute of Korea News

The 2023–2024 1st DBT Intensive Training (Part 1 and Part 2) was successfully completed, and participants expressed their gratitude to our DBT Institute for providing the rare opportunity to learn directly from Dr. Tony DuBose, Dr. Jennifer Sayrs, and Dr. Carla Walton.

A new consultation team has been established for those who completed the DBT Intensive Training program, and we have begun holding regular DBT Case Conferences. The second DBT Case Conference will be held on Saturday, August 30, at 8:00 AM. In addition, we look forward to beginning a retreat soon, where we will read DBT-related papers and books together and cultivate mindful hearts as a team.

Starting in September 2025 through September 2026, DBT KOREA will launch a monthly symposium series featuring world-leading experts in the rapidly expanding field of DBT clinical applications. We warmly invite your participation in this important series.

We are also currently accepting pre-registration for the 2nd DBT Intensive Training (2025–2026 cohort). We ask for your understanding regarding delays due to domestic and international circumstances, and invite those interested to review the detailed information below and apply.

DBT Intensive Training

2025-2026 DBT Intensive Training Pre-enrollment Form

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The DBT KOREA Symposium offers a rare opportunity for Korean clinicians
to access high-quality DBT training led by globally recognized experts.
Participants will explore the latest in clinical practice, research, and skills training.

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Symposium Curriculum*

Symposium Lead Moderator: Yong Cho, Ph.D.

Symposium 01
Foundations of DBT- Its Development, Global Contributions, and Current Trends in Research and Practice
Gwendolyn Abney-Cunningham, MSW
Sep 20, 2025, Sat 8–9:30 AM KST

Symposium 02

Towards Fidelity and Adherence: DBT Training for Clinicians and Delivering Quality Services

Sara Schmidt, Ph.D.

Oct 18, 2025, Sat 8–9:30 AM KST

Symposium 03

Medication and DBT Integration: Pharmacotherapy for High-Risk Clients in DBT

Laurence Katz, M.D.

Nov 15, 2025, Sat 8–9:30 AM KST

Symposium 04

DBT in Outpatient Settings: Implementing and Sustaining Standard DBT Program

Jasper Berg, Ph.D.

Dec 20, 2025, Sat 8–9:30 AM KST

Symposium 05

DBT and Eating Disorders: Applications of DBT for Complex, Multi-Diagnostic Eating Disorder Clients

Denise Ben-Porath, Ph.D.

Jan 17, 2026, Sat 8–9:30 AM KST

Symposium 06

DBT for Preadolescent Children: Developmentally Appropriate Skill Adaptation and Parent Involvement Casey Anderson, LCPC

Feb 28, 2026, Sat 8–9:30 AM KST

Symposium 07

School-Based DBT: Promoting Comprehensive DBT Programming in Educational Settings

Elizabeth Dexter-Mazza, PsyD

Mar 14, 2026, Sat 8–9:30 AM KST

Symposium 08

DBT for Trauma: An Introduction to the DBT Prolonged Exposure Protocol for PTSD

Melanie Harned, PhD, ABPP

Apr 18, 2026, Sat 8–9:30 AM KST

Symposium 09

DBT in University Counseling Centers: Implementing and Adapting DBT for Emerging Adult Populations

Carla Chugani, Ph.D., LPC

May 16, 2026, Sat 8–9:30 AM KST

Symposium 10

DBT for Adolescents: Standard DBT-A Treatment: Outcome Research and Future Directions for Success

Lorie Ritschel, PhD

Jun 20, 2026, Sat 8–9:30 AM KST

Symposium 11

DBT for Substance Use Disorders: Dialectical Strategies to Reduce Harm and Support Recovery

Emily Cooney, PhD, PGDipClPs

Jul 18, 2026, Sat 8–9:30 AM KST

Symposium 12

DBT in Forensic and Correctional Settings: Working with Emotionally Dysregulated Offenders and High-Risk Populations

Nicole Kletzka, Ph.D.

Aug 15, 2026, Sat 8–9:30 AM KST

Symposium 13

DBT with Families: Enhancing Treatment Outcomes Through Family Involvement and Intervention

Marcus Rodriguez, PhD

Sep 19, 2026, Sat 8–9:30 AM KST

* Please refer to the Symposium Information above for details on lecture format, structure, registration fees, and application.

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