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Integrating dialectical behaviour therapy into my clinical practice model as a northern social worker

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Seida, A. (Lexi). (2020). Integrating dialectical behaviour therapy into my clinical practice model as a northern social worker. doi:​http://doi.org/10.24124/2020/59068

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Title

Integrating dialectical behaviour therapy into my clinical practice model as a northern social worker

Contributors

Alexis (Lexi) Seida (author)
Nancy Jokinen (thesis advisor)
Susan Burke (thesis advisor)
Jenny DeReis (committee member)
University of Northern British Columbia (Degree granting institution)

Publication date

2020

Degree

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Discipline

Social Work

Extent

1 online resource (80 pages)

Abstract

A Master of Social Work practicum at Walmsley and Validity Counselling was completed in support of my desire to advance my general clinical skills and integrate Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) into my personal practice model. This report begins with a placing of self and localization of practice considerations to northern British Columbia. A literature review on DBT is provided as context for reflection on my learning goals, which explore topics of professional drift, private versus non-profit organization models, northern practice considerations, component versus comprehensive DBT practice, and the cultural safety of mindfulness and acceptance-based therapies. The wisdom and skills gained from this experience, particularly the integration of DBT-informed therapy into my personal practice model, are reviewed in chapters on learning outcomes and implications for practice. This practicum resulted in a strong desire to continue to practice emotion and family focused social work in Prince George, British Columbia.

Subject

Dialectical behavior therapy
Social service
British Columbia, Northern

DOI

​http://doi.org/10.24124/2020/59068

Document type

research (documents)

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