Greater Philadelphia Chapter of the Employee Assistance Professionals Association
Date: 3/11/2025
Location: High Focus Centers
9815 Roosevelt Blvd
Suite B
Philadelphia PA 19114
Title of presentation: DBT Skills Overview
Goals/Objectives:
1. DBT as a Modality
2. DBT Skills Overview: Mindfulness / Distress Tolerance
3. DBT Skills Overview: Emotional Regulation / Interpersonal Relationship
Name (s), credentials, title, affiliation, and biographical information of presenters pertaining to their background to address the objectives:
Daniel Rodgers, LPC MA MBA DBT ACT EMDR CHT CCTP ½
Dan Rodgers, the Executive Director of the Center City Philadelphia office at High Focus Centers, is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 17 years of experience in behavioral healthcare. He holds master's degrees in Music Industry, Business Administration, and Professional Counseling. Dan is certified in various therapeutic modalities, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Ericksonian Hypnosis. He is also a Certified Clinical Trauma Therapist Level 1 and 2. In addition to his clinical expertise, Dan serves as a clinical supervisor and is qualified to provide training in First Aid, CPR/AED, Basic Life Support (BLS), and de-escalation techniques, bringing a comprehensive approach to his leadership role in behavioral healthcare.
2.0 Credits: PDH, CE, APA
9:30 Networking
10:00 Introductions
10:00-12:00 Presentation
12:00 Announcements
12:15-1:00 Board Meeting
Food: Continental Breakfast provided by High Focus Centers
Overview of Training:
This 2-CEU session provides an overview of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills, designed to equip mental health professionals with the foundational knowledge needed to integrate DBT techniques into their practice. The session will explore the core DBT skill modules: Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness. Participants will learn how these skills promote emotional resilience, reduce maladaptive behaviors, and improve clients’ ability to navigate life’s challenges. Through case examples and interactive discussions, attendees will gain practical strategies for teaching DBT skills and tailoring them to diverse populations, fostering greater therapeutic outcomes. This session is ideal for clinicians seeking to enhance their understanding of DBT’s evidence-based approach to managing intense emotions and building life skills.