Learn to view suicidal crises through a DBT lens, transforming suicide assessment from a checklist into a framework for confident clinical decision-making.

This interactive 2-hour continuing education training combines lecture, discussion, case examples, and practical application to help clinicians strengthen their understanding of suicidal crises, improve suicide risk assessment skills, and increase confidence in clinical decision-making.

Whether you are new to suicide assessment or looking to deepen your DBT practice, you'll leave with a clearer framework for understanding why suicidal crises occur, and how that understanding can transform the way you assess, document, and intervene.

This May Be Helpful if You 

  • Feel anxious when assessing suicide risk and want a clearer framework for clinical decision-making.
  • Know the questions to ask but aren't always sure how to interpret the answers.
  • Want to move beyond checklists toward thoughtful case conceptualization.
  • Are looking for a practical, DBT-informed approach to understanding suicidal crises.
  • Work with clients who experience suicidal ideation, self-harm, or chronic suicidality.
  • Want to strengthen your documentation and clinical reasoning.
  • Are new to suicide assessment or want to refresh your skills with an evidence-informed framework.
  • Please note that no previous DBT training is required. 
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Basic Info

 

Format: Offered live online and in person throughout the year.

Duration: 2 Hours

Continuing Education: This course is approved for 2 continuing education hours for Missouri Licensed Social Workers. Professionals licensed in other disciplines should consult their licensing board regarding acceptance of this training for continuing education credit.

Audience: Social Workers, Professional Counselors, Psychologists, Marriage and Family Therapists, graduate students, and other behavioral health professionals.

Training Includes:

  • Interactive instruction
  • Case examples and clinical discussion
  • Practical application of the Linehan Risk Assessment and Management Protocol (L-RAMP)
  • Downloadable course materials
  • Certificate of completion
  • Opportunities for questions and discussion

Registration: Select from upcoming live online or in-person training dates below.

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Lead Facilitator

 

Kristen Shuler is the owner and lead therapist at DBT Ozarks. She has been practicing in the field of Social Work for over 20 years and specializes in helping adults who experience big emotions, emotional sensitivity, neurodivergence, and relationship stress.

Kristen teaches DBT in a practical, down-to-earth way that helps clients understand their patterns, build coping skills, and create meaningful change in their daily lives.

DBT Ozarks is a division of Social Work SC, LLC