Membership

Become a member

Join a growing community of clinicians, researchers, students, individuals with lived experience and family members working to make high-quality DBT available across North America and the Caribbean. Open to individuals living in North America and the Caribbean. Membership runs January–December and includes discounts on events, the DBT Congress and our newsletter.

Standard

$50 USD / year

For individuals who hold a terminal graduate degree and are practicing DBT clinicians, are engaged in research or other work that advances DBT, or are building professional knowledge and competence in DBT.

Student

$25 USD / year

For individuals actively enrolled in a professional program of study, interns, and others in professional training.

Lived Experience & Family

$15 USD / year

For individuals with lived DBT experience, their family members, and anyone interested in learning more about DBT.

Why join?

  • Discounts on DBTNACRA events, webinars and podcasts

  • Discounted registration for the upcoming DBT Congress

  • Discounted access to our newsletter

  • Opportunities to serve on committees and help shape the chapter

  • Connection with DBT clinicians, teams and researchers across the region

  • A voice in advancing excellence, accessibility and equity in DBT

Joining as a group?

Register together and save:

  • 10% off when 2–5 people register at the same time

  • 20% off when 6–10 people register at the same time

To receive your group discount code, email us at info@dbtnacra.com with the names of everyone in your group.

Frequently asked questions

When does my membership start and end?
Membership runs on the calendar year, from January 1 to December 31.

How do I renew?
We’ll email all members a renewal link each December.

Who can join?
Membership is open to anyone living in North America or the Caribbean who supports our mission. Choose the level that best fits you.

Is my information kept private?
Yes. Your application information is seen only by the DBTNACRA board for membership purposes. Our demographic survey is optional and anonymous, and it is not connected to your name.

Can I get involved beyond membership?
Absolutely. Your application asks which committees interest you, and we’ll reach out about opportunities to participate.

Can I give without becoming a member?
Yes. You can make a gift to DBTNACRA at any time on our Donate page, with or without a membership.

Questions?
Contact us at info@dbtnacra.com