Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) has been proven to be successful for reducing symptoms related to Borderline Personality Disorder [1,2] . However, because of the gap that exists between mental health and substance abuse treatment approaches, little research has been done to show the effects of DBT approaches on addictive thinking and behaviors. In addition, only recently have researchers begun applying DBT interventions with a teenage population [3]. Using selfreport methods, the authors examine the use of a modified DBT approach with 13 participants from ages 14-26, exploring the effects of a DBT group modality on symptoms commonly found in individuals with substance use disorders (SUDs). Preliminary findings resulted in an overall mean score of 3.24 for 14 items corresponding to SUD symptomology, suggesting that DBT interventions helped to reduce: a) Self-destructive behaviors and a propensity for relapse b) Identity disturbances and low self esteem c) Relationship conflict and social skills difficulties and d) Dichotomous thinking and emotion dysregulation. Future studies are needed using larger sample sizes, informant reports, and a sample of individuals with a primary diagnosis of SUDs, to gain confidence in these findings.