Linehan (2015) articulates that DBT functions of treatment are designed to:

1

Enhance

an individual's capabilities by increasing skillful behavior.

2

Improve and Maintain

the client's motivation to change and to engage in treatment.

3

Ensure

that generalization of change occurs throughout treatment.

4

Enhance

a therapist's motivation to deliver effective treatment.

5

Assist

the individual in restructuring or changing his or her environment in such a way that it supports and maintains progress and advancement toward goals.

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