10 Honours Award & 6 Books
Dr Marsha Linehan is the developer of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), an evidence-based psychotherapy that combines behavioral science with mindfulness and acceptance. DBT is internationally recognized as the most effective treatment for chronic suicidal behaviors and borderline personality disorders.
Dr Linehan recently retired as Professor of Psychology and Adjunct Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Washington. She was also the Director of the Behavioral Research and Therapy Clinics, did ongoing clinical practice, and was actively involved in the supervision and training of mental health professionals worldwide.