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Teachable Tuesday on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Date: 07/21/25

"Teachable Tuesday": Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Save the Date: July 29, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Join us for a special Teachable Tuesday webinar hosted by Arizona Complete Health, featuring an in-depth look at Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and its application with Transitional Aged Youth.  This session will be led by Arnette Miller and Bonnie Barnes, the experienced DBT team from Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health.

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Webinar Objectives

During this interactive session, we will:

  • Provide an overview of the DBT model in community mental health settings
  • Review clinical criteria for program eligibility 
  • Discuss therapeutic goals and evidence-based outcomes of DBT
  • Highlight key engagement strategies, including caregiver involvement
  • Offer a brief overview of DBT skills modules with practical examples

Register Now 👉 Registration For Teachable Tuesday 

Arnette Miller, M.A.

DBT Clinician, Devereux Arizona

Arnette brings over a decade of experience in behavioral health and social services. She began her career in New Jersey after earning a bachelor’s degree in special education from William Paterson University, working nearly 10 years as a behavioralist in adult group homes. After relocating to Arizona, she pursued her passion for wellness as a personal trainer before earning dual master’s degrees in psychology and criminology & justice studies. Arnette has held key roles at CODAC Health and CPES, where she supervised the Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) project. Her diverse background in education, wellness, and crisis intervention informs her compassionate, client-centered approach to DBT.

Bonnie Barnes, MSC, LPC

Outpatient Director, Devereux Arizona

Bonnie is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Trauma Professional with over 20 years of experience in behavioral health and child welfare. She holds a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice and a master’s in counseling. Bonnie is extensively trained in DBT and currently leads two statewide DBT programs in Arizona. Her work focuses on trauma-informed care and evidence-based practices, ensuring youth and families receive effective, individualized support. Bonnie’s leadership continues to shape behavioral health services across the state, improving outcomes for vulnerable populations.