DBT Psychologist

CHC•Palo Alto, CA

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The DBT Psychologist provides evidence-based mental health treatment to children, adolescents, young adults, and their families, with a primary focus on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). This clinician will provide individual therapy, family therapy, parenting skills coaching, DBT skills training, group therapy, crisis management, and care coordination for youth clients. Clients may present with emotional dysregulation, suicidal ideation or behaviors, non-suicidal self-injurious behaviors, anxiety, depression/mood disorders, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and related concerns. The ideal candidate is a licensed master's-level clinician (LMFT, LCSW, or LPCC) with extensive DBT training and experience. Preference will be given to candidates who are DBT-Linehan Board Certified™ or who have completed the DBT Foundational and/or Intensive DBT training. Ideal candidates are those with substantial experience providing DBT services (including in-vivo skills coaching), and ideally within a comprehensive DBT team model. Licensed psychologists may also participate in psychological assessment services based on clinical experience and program needs.

Requirements

Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from an APA-accredited institution and active California psychologist license.
Minimum three (3) years of post-licensure experience working with children, adolescents, and families
Experience conducting psychological or psychoeducational assessments
Advanced training and experience in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Demonstrated experience treating high-risk youth, including emotional dysregulation, self-harm, suicidality, and complex mental health presentations
Strong knowledge of DBT principles, interventions, and treatment hierarchy
Expertise in evidence-based treatments for children and adolescents
Knowledge of ADHD, learning differences, anxiety, depression, autism spectrum disorders, and emotional dysregulation
Strong clinical assessment and case formulation skills
Ability to manage high-risk clinical situations effectively and independently, including 5150 processes
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Strong organizational and time management skills
Familiarity with electronic health records and telehealth platforms
Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive care

Nice To Haves

DBT-Linehan Board Certification™
Completion of intensive DBT training through Behavioral Tech or equivalent recognized training program
Experience providing comprehensive DBT programming including individual therapy, phone coaching, skills groups, family work, and consultation team participation
Experience supervising unlicensed trainees or early-career clinicians
Experience working in pediatric medical, behavioral health, or school-based settings
Experience providing family therapy and parenting skills coaching
Knowledge of child and adolescent development
Experience collaborating with schools and community providers

Responsibilities

Provide evidence-based psychotherapy to children, adolescents, young adults, and families
Deliver comprehensive DBT services including: Individual therapy with phone coaching options, DBT skills training groups, Family therapy and parenting skills coaching, Group therapy, Crisis intervention and risk management
Consultation and treatment planning
Conduct comprehensive clinical interviews with clients and caregivers
Develop case formulations and individualized treatment plans using evidence-based approaches
Monitor treatment progress and adjust interventions as clinically indicated
Provide collateral consultation with parents, schools, physicians, psychiatrists, and community providers
Participate in multidisciplinary care coordination with psychology, psychiatry, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, and education teams
Maintain appropriate risk assessment and safety planning practices for clients experiencing suicidality, self-harm, or significant emotional dysregulation
Participate in IEP meetings, school consultations, and other educational meetings when clinically indicated
Participate actively on a DBT consultation team
Support the development and maintenance of DBT programming and best practices
Provide education and training to clients, families, clinical staff, and community members regarding DBT principles and skills
Maintain fidelity to DBT treatment models and evidence-based practice standards
Contribute to DBT program development and expansion, quality improvement initiatives, and outcome monitoring
Conduct psychological, psychoeducational, and diagnostic evaluations as assigned.
Administer, score, interpret, and integrate psychological testing data.
Prepare comprehensive written reports and provide feedback to clients, families, schools, and referral sources.
Participate on interdisciplinary assessment teams as appropriate.
Complete all documentation, including progress notes, treatment plans, assessments, and reports, within established timelines
Meet productivity expectations established by Clinical Services leadership
Attend clinical meetings, consultation groups, clinical case conferences, and other required meetings
Adhere to all legal, ethical, and professional standards governing clinical practice
Maintain commitment to child safety, mandated reporting responsibilities, and professional boundaries
Perform other duties as assigned