Alexander L. Chapman

About the Author

Alexander L. Chapman, PhD, is a renowned clinical psychologist and leading expert in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), with over two decades of experience in treating complex mental health conditions such as borderline personality disorder, emotion dysregulation, and self-harm behaviors. He serves as a professor of psychology at Simon Fraser University in British Columbia, where he directs the Centre for the Prevention of Chronic Disease and researches innovative therapeutic approaches to therapy-interfering behaviors. Chapman's work bridges clinical practice and academic inquiry, emphasizing practical strategies for therapists to enhance patient engagement and outcomes. A frequent contributor to peer-reviewed journals and professional workshops, he is committed to making evidence-based interventions accessible to clinicians worldwide, drawing from his extensive clinical practice in hospital and outpatient settings.