For Clinicians
Clinicians who have been both a DBT client and therapist have valuable experiences and also may face dilemmas about when and how to disclose their experiences to their consultation team.
Synthesis in the Dialectic
Holding the identities of DBT therapist and client can feel like navigating two worlds, yet the real strength lies in bringing them together. Click here to explore how integrating these parts create a fuller more grounded professional identity.
Value in Your Experience
As humans, sometimes we question the value we bring. For DBT therapists who have also been DBT clients, we can question if our teams see us as valuable and worry about our own value. The reality is the experience of being both a DBT client and therapist can bring unique perspectives and value to a team. Click here to learn more about your value.
Myths and Reality
Misunderstandings about clinicians who have also been DBT clients can shape how people view this experience, often in ways that are limiting or inaccurate. Click here to learn more about recognizing and separating misconceptions from the truth.
Staying Grounded in the Work
Being both a DBT therapist and someone with lived experience can bring up internal reactions in clinical work and on teams. Staying grounded in the work helps clinicians notice these experiences with awareness rather than judgment. Click here to learn more about practices that support effectiveness, boundaries, and well-being.
Deciding to Disclose
Disclosing our experiences to our team can be a difficult choice and requires deep vulnerability. Making the choice to share can be a powerful tool for both your team and you. Click here to learn more about choosing to disclose your own experiences.
