This online training programme introduces learners to Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), an evidence-based therapeutic model designed to help individuals manage overwhelming emotions, develop coping skills and build healthier relationships. The course explores the structure, core components and practical application of DBT in real-life scenarios.
What You Will Learn
- The foundations and principles of DBT, including acceptance, change strategies and the dialectical framework.
- The four core DBT skill modules: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation and interpersonal effectiveness.
- How DBT is used to support people experiencing emotional instability, crisis episodes, self-harm risk or intense interpersonal conflict.
- Practical techniques, worksheets and exercises that can be applied in both personal and professional settings.
- Ethical, clinical and safety considerations when using DBT-informed approaches.
Curriculum Highlights
- Introduction to DBT: History, Theory & Principles
- Mindfulness Skills for Awareness & Emotional Balance
- Distress Tolerance Techniques for Crisis Situations
- Emotion Regulation Skills for Stable Emotional Response
- Interpersonal Effectiveness for Communication & Boundaries
- Applying DBT Skills in Practice: Tools & Scenarios
- Professional Considerations: Ethics, Supervision & Safety
Who Should Enrol
This course is suitable for:
- Mental health practitioners, counsellors and support workers.
- Individuals wanting to learn emotional regulation skills for personal growth.
- Anyone supporting people dealing with intense emotions, risk behaviours or relationship difficulties.
Certification & Key Features
- 100% online, self-paced learning accessible on any device.
- Accredited certificate awarded upon completion.
- Beginner-friendly — no prior DBT training required.
- Practical, skills-focused content that enhances confidence and competence.
Career & Progression
Learners can use DBT-informed knowledge in support roles, counselling contexts, mental health environments and wellbeing services. The course also supports further training in advanced DBT practice or other therapeutic approaches.
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£120.00
