Observing Limits, Liability, and Other Concerns in DBT Intersession Contact

Stephanie Vaughn

Psychē, PLLC Vanderbilt University

Key Points

1- It is essential to provide inter-session contact for patients at risk for life-threatening behavior.

2- Inter-session contact is less likely to be an intrusion when therapists:

  • Observe their limits
  • Engage in frequent discussions with the patient
  • Conduct a thorough orientation

3- Problems with inter-session contact are considered therapy-interfering behaviors and should be addressed as such.

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