BTECH empowers people to experience lives worth living by cultivating collaborative partnerships worldwide to implement evidence-based interventions.Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a complex treatment that requires specialized training, and BTECH offers classes taught by the world's best trainers.

Core values

- **Addressing Severe Mental Health Issues**: The institute focuses on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which is an evidence-based treatment for severe problems with emotion regulation, borderline personality disorder, and other mental health conditions. It is estimated that at least 135 million people worldwide will suffer from these issues, and DBT has been shown to significantly reduce suicide attempts, non-suicidal self-injury, and psychiatric hospitalizations[1][4].
- **Global Reach and Accessibility**: The institute has expanded DBT training to numerous countries, including Australia, Canada, Egypt, Greece, Italy, Ireland, New Zealand, Norway, Turkey, Romania, Russia, the UK, and many countries in Latin America, the Middle East, and North Africa. This global reach helps make effective treatment more accessible[1].
- **Training and Resources**: More than 50,000 clinicians have attended DBT workshops or training, and the institute provides resources and advocacy to support those suffering from mental health issues and their loved ones. This includes partnerships with organizations like NAMI and NEABPD[1].
- **Evidence-Based Effectiveness**: DBT has been extensively researched and proven effective through numerous randomized controlled trials (RCTs) across different settings and cultures. It has been shown to improve general functioning, reduce anger, and enhance overall quality of life for individuals with various mental health conditions[1][4].
- **Community and Social Impact**: The institute collaborates with community mental health systems, the US Veterans Administration, criminal justice systems, school systems, and other high-risk settings to implement DBT. This helps in promoting positive change and contributing to community well-being[1].