What the DBT STEPS-A Curriculum Teaches

  • Helps students build awareness of their thoughts, feelings, and environment so they can respond with intention—not impulse. These foundational skills support attention, emotional control, and decision-making.

  • Equips students with tools to handle emotional crises and overwhelming situations without making things worse. Students learn to ride out intense emotions and maintain safety.

  • Helps students build and maintain healthy relationships through assertive communication, setting boundaries, and navigating conflict with respect and confidence.

How It’s Taught

  • 30+ lessons

  • Reproducible student handouts

  • Implementation guide for educators

  • Flexible delivery - online open enrollment training and both online and in-person private training options.

  • Ongoing support in our DBT in Schools Community Hub