RO DBT Classes: Skills to Address Rigid and Overcontrolled Behaviors in Eat

Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy (RO DBT) is an evidence-based treatment designed for individuals who struggle with excessive self-control, a core feature in many treatment- resistant disorders, including eating disorders. One core treatment component of RO DBT is the skills class, which includes a series of thirty structured lessons designed to build: 1) openness, 2) flexibility, and 3) intimacy and connection with others. This experiential presentation will introduce participants to essential concepts and terminology used in RO DBT skills classes, with a specific focus on skills that promote flexible thinking and engaging in novel behaviors - two areas often challenging for individuals with eating disorders. Attendees will gain an overview of the RO DBT skills class structure and content, with an emphasis on practical interventions and RO DBT language that clinicians can apply when working with overcontrolled clients.

Dr. Danielle Doucette is a Managing Partner and the Clinical Director of Eating Disorder Treatment at Midwest Counseling & Diagnostics in Chicago. She is a Clinical Psychologist and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS-C), with training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and Radically Open DBT (RO-DBT). Danielle is passionate about helping people navigate eating disorders, OCD, and anxiety using compassion and evidence-based tools. As a managing partner, she focuses on strategy and long-term planning to support Midwest’s continued growth and impact.

1.5 CE's are available for therapy and nutrition providers.

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