DBT Practitioner Training
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This 12 month program explores the competencies necessary for implementing the suggested outpatient DBT approach, which includes individual therapy sessions and DBT Skills Training Classes.
Practitioner Training: Online or Blended Learning Options
Online Practitioner Training Commences Saturday 19th October 2024 | In-person training also includes access to online training materials | Registrations NOW OPEN!
- Melbourne Option: Wednesday 16th October 2024, 19th March 2025, 18th June 2025 & 8th October 2025
- Brisbane Option: Monday 21st October 2024, 24th March 2025, 23rd June 2025 & 13th October 2025
- Sydney Option: Saturday 26th October 2024, 1st March 2025, 28th June 2025 & 18th October 2024
DBT Practitioner Training Opportunities
Evidence informed professional development
Who should take this course?
Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists, Mental Health Nurses, Social Workers, Mental Health OTs, Psychotherapists, Counsellors and Psychiatrists have all found this training useful!
Below is an overview of what’s covered in this program preparing practitioners for the delivery of the recommended outpatient DBT model, which includes individual treatment sessions and DBT Skills Training Classes:
Obtain Specific DBT Knowledge:
Understanding of DBT Framework: Familiarity with the theoretical underpinnings of DBT, including its roots in behavioural therapy, mindfulness practices, and dialectics.
Target Populations: Knowledge of which populations DBT is typically used for, such as individuals with borderline personality disorder (BPD), but also for other conditions like mood disorders, eating disorders, and substance use disorders.
Modes of Treatment: Awareness of the four modes of DBT treatment:
- Individual Therapy: One-on-one sessions focusing on achieving therapeutic goals.
- DBT Skills Training: Group sessions teaching specific skills in areas like mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.
- Phone Coaching: Providing clients with skills coaching outside of scheduled sessions.
- Consultation Team: Regular meetings among DBT therapists to support one another in delivering effective treatment.
Assessment Tools: Knowledge of assessment tools and measures used to evaluate progress and outcomes in DBT, such as the Diary Card and other self-report measures.
Ethical Guidelines: Understanding of ethical considerations in delivering DBT, particularly in terms of boundaries, confidentiality, and informed consent.
Obtain DBT Strategies:
Behavioural Analysis: Ability to conduct functional behavioural analysis to understand the antecedents and consequences of maladaptive behaviours.
Individual Therapy Skills:
- Structuring sessions effectively to balance validation and change-oriented strategies.
- Application of behavioral techniques and cognitive restructuring.
- Coaching clients on applying skills learned in DBT Skills Training.
Group Facilitation Skills:
- Planning and leading DBT Skills Training Classes.
- Managing group dynamics and promoting a supportive learning environment.
- Teaching mindfulness practices and behavioural skills effectively.
Mindfulness Training: Competency in teaching mindfulness techniques and practices to enhance emotional awareness and regulation.
Crisis Management: Skills in managing crises and suicidal ideation using DBT-specific strategies like chain analysis and safety planning.
Collaboration and Consultation: Ability to collaborate with other healthcare providers involved in the client’s care and participate in DBT consultation team meetings.
Implementation of Outpatient DBT Model:
Treatment Planning: Collaboratively developing treatment plans with clients, setting specific goals, and outlining strategies for achieving them.
Session Structure: Following the structured session format in individual therapy and DBT Skills Training Classes, including review of diary cards, teaching new skills, and assigning homework.
Skills Training: Systematically teaching and reinforcing DBT skills across modules (mindfulness, middle path skills, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness).
Phone Coaching: Providing skills coaching between sessions to help clients generalize and apply skills in real-life situations.
Measurement and Evaluation: Regularly assessing progress using outcome measures and adjusting treatment strategies as needed.
Adherence to Protocols: Adhering to DBT protocols and guidelines as established by treatment manuals and ongoing research.
Learning, Development and Improvement:
Supervision and Consultation: Participating in 12 months of supervision/consultation to enhance skills and ensure fidelity to the DBT model.
Professional Development: 12 months of continuing education in DBT and related therapeutic modalities to stay current with best practices.
Feedback and Adaptation: Supporting feedback from clients and colleagues to continuously improve delivery of DBT services.
By combining this knowledge base with practical skills and a structured approach, clinicians can expect to be effectively delivering the recommended outpatient DBT model, supporting clients in developing skills for managing emotions, relationships, and challenging life situations.
2025 DBT Practitioner Online Training Dates!
Orientation Session
19th October 2024 - 10am until 1pm Online via Zoom
Zoom Group Sessions: Pre-implementation
- Wednesday, November 13th 2024 @ 6pm
- Wednesday, December 11th 2024 @ 7pm
- Wednesday, January 22nd 2025 @ 6pm
30 Minute Individual Supervision Sessions
Zoom Group Sessions: DBT Implementation
- Wednesday, February 19th 2025 @ 7pm
- Wednesday, March 19th 2025 @ 6pm
- Wednesday, April 23rd 2025 @ 7pm
- Wednesday, May 21st 2025 @ 6pm
- Wednesday, June 18th 2025 @ 7pm
30 Minute Individual Supervision Sessions
Zoom Group Sessions: DBT Implementation
- Wednesday, July 16th 2025 @ 7pm
- Wednesday, August 13th 2025 @ 6pm
- Wednesday, September 17th 2025 @ 7pm
DBT Credentialing Sessions commence the 13th October 2025!
Self Directed Learning
Christmas New Year break until mid January 2025.
Additional Fortnightly Zoom Sessions (Optional)
- Sessions are not attended by an ADBTI practitioner and have been made available for course participants
- Sessions are not mandatory and have been made available for participants who prefer a group based learning environment (a little like a DBT consult team session)
- We suggest participants discuss the content provided over the previous fortnight through this course
- Please consider others and be respectful and non-judgmental
Frequently asked questions
Can I get a discounted rate?
How do I get access to the workshop resources?
Do you provide lunch?
Can I receive a certificate of attendance?
Can I claim Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Points/Hours?
Certificate of Completion provided for all workshops
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Who should attend?
This workshop is suitable for mental health professionals seeking to obtain foundational knowledge of DBT. Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists, Mental Health Nurses, Social Workers, Mental Health OTs, Psychotherapists, Counsellors and Psychiatrists have all found this workshop useful! -
Why choose the ADBTI?
Our approach has been formalised through partnerships and mentoring with Marsha Linehan’s (developer of DBT) training organisation Behavioral Tech LLC between 2003-08, Babette Rothschild (developer of Somatic Trauma Therapy) between 2015-18 & Thomas Lynch's (developer of RO DBT) training organisation Radically Open Ltd since 2022.- We have been developing clinicians in DBT since 2004
- Over 17,000 clinicians have attended our workshops
- Our educators still use DBT and RO DBT in their clinical practice
- We have developed a range of DBT Informed approaches including DBT-TI, DBT-C and ACDC Skills approach
- We have provided training throughout Australia, NZ, UK, Singapore, Thailand and South Africa
- We are passionate educators who are passionate about supporting clinicians utilise DBT & RO DBT approaches