Introduction to Dialectical Behaviour Therapy- August 2023 - Online training

This two-day workshop is an introduction to Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) intended for mental health professionals who wish to acquaint themselves with the treatment or who are considering further training in DBT. The training introduces change-based technology (behaviour therapy) with acceptance-based principles (validation), along with dialectical strategies that provide the balance of acceptance and change. It also highlights the frame of DBT and defines the modes and functions of comprehensive DBT. We introduce a core selection of skills from the 2015 Skills Training Manual (2nd Ed.). Methods of instruction include lecture, demonstration, and practice exercises to teach the principles and strategies of DBT.

This training has been developed by Behavioral Tech, the US-based training organization established by Dr Linehan to disseminate high fidelity DBT training.

To maximise access we are offering this training via Zoom. We have experience in delivering DBT trainings and therapy sessions remotely, and are committed to making this an engaging, rich, and interactive experience.  We hope you’ll join us, and/or forward the information to colleagues who’ve wanted to attend a DBT skills training but couldn’t, because the travel and accommodation costs have been too prohibitive.

Please note we will not record the training as it is an interactive web-based training (not a webinar) which may include health-related information. Participants must agree to the ‘no recording’ policy.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the current evidence for and applicability of DBT in various settings.
• Describe the biosocial model of disorder.
• Understand how DBT is organized and structured as a comprehensive treatment, including the role and function of the DBT consultation team.
• Identify DBT treatment targets and how to structure treatment for multi-problem individuals at high risk for life-threatening behaviours.
• Explain basic strategies used in DBT, including behaviour chain analysis, problem solving, validation, and dialectical strategies. Learn about some essential DBT skills.

Training Level

• This is a beginning to intermediate level training.

Fees

$495 (GST inclusive). Early bird rate $440 (before 30 June).

Are you a healthcare student?

We are now offering a 40% discount for a limited number of students enrolled in a mental health related qualification with an Australian University or similar tertiary healthcare program in Australia. If you are eligible, please contact us and we’ll provide a student discount code for your registration. We may ask for a photo of your student id.

1. A registration is for one person. To successfully manage the event, we expect only one person to join the training as part of your registration.
2. You agree not to record the meeting in any way. You agree not to distribute materials to other persons without prior agreement.
3. Registrations are confirmed only when payment is received by credit card (with Stripe) or electronically.
4. Payment must be made before the training. By registering you accept liability for the costs of the training.
5. Cancellations must be notified to us by email (or the website contact form) with full identifying information.
6. Cancellations received more than seven days before the event will receive a refund of the fees paid less an administration charge of $100+GST (for each event).
7. Refunds cannot be given after that date. Refunds will not be available until after the event.
8. A colleague may be substituted for no extra charge if we are notified at least two business days before the training event.
9. In the unlikely event the training is cancelled by the organisers, registration will be fully refunded but no liability will be accepted for travel, accommodation or other costs/expenses incurred to registrants.
10. Online statements of attendance can be downloaded by all participants from this page. Printed certificates of attendance are not available for this event.