DBT Group – Part 1 (Winter 2026)

DBT Group – Part 1 (Winter 2026)

STEPS is offering a free 12-week Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) group designed to introduce participants to DBT concepts and core skills. This program supports individuals in learning practical tools to manage intense emotions, cope with difficult situations, and build stronger, healthier relationships.

About the Program

Over 12 weekly sessions (120 minutes each), participants will learn skills across DBT’s four core modules:

  • Mindfulness
  • Distress Tolerance
  • Emotion Regulation
  • Interpersonal Effectiveness

Sessions include opportunities to reflect, practice new skills, and apply weekly exercises using the DBT workbook.

Facilitators

  • Angela Owen, Registered Social Worker
  • Dr. Kristina Birkholz, Psychiatrist

Program Details

  • Format: Weekly via Zoom
  • Schedule: Thursdays from January 15 – April 16, 2026
  • Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • No sessions on March 19 & 26
  • Cost: Free

Registration

Spots are limited and registration is mandatory.
To register, please contact your family physician or nurse practitioner’s office.

Clinic Contact Information

  • Valleyview: 250-828-8080
  • Downtown: 250-372-5522
  • North Shore: 250-312-2127
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