DBT Saskatchewan accepts self-referrals and professional referrals for BPD patterns, bipolar-related behavioural support, emotion dysregulation, trauma-focused DBT after stabilization, overcontrol, adolescents and families, and other clinically appropriate DBT pathways.
Patients can complete the secure intake directly. Referring information is most useful when it clarifies diagnosis, risk, medication, current supports, relevant history, and the clinical question.
The service recommendation is based on current risk, behavioural targets, functioning, medical needs, readiness, and the amount of structure required.
The process is designed to avoid assuming that every referral needs the same DBT service.
Yes. Patients can complete the secure intake directly, and professional referral information can be added when available.
Length depends on the pathway. A full skills cycle is 24 weeks; comprehensive treatment may require longer sustained participation.
Yes, with patient consent and when coordination is clinically indicated.
No. Urgent and emergency concerns require local crisis, medical, or emergency services.
NIHB and Métis Nation–Saskatchewan funding may be available after approval. Private insurance reimbursement is plan-specific.
The clinic communicates the fit concern and recommends another assessment, service, clinician, or level of care where possible.
The intake and referral information can be reviewed together to identify the safest and most useful starting point.