Description

This 2–day workshop will provide participants with an overview of DBT theory and principles as well as key DBT skills from each module (Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, Emotion Regulation, Distress Tolerance). It will include a background on dialectics, including the central dialectic of behaviour change and acceptance principles. This workshop is suitable for mental health clinicians new to DBT as well as those with prior experience who are looking to refresh skills. The training is interactive, involving didactic learning augmented with role play, discussion and exercises.

This event will cover:

  • Understand BPD from a DBT perspective including prevalence, causes and evidence for DBT
  • Understand DBT theory and principles, including behavioural theory, validation and dialectics
  • Apply the key DBT skills from each module (Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, Emotion Regulation, Distress Tolerance)
  • Apply the key tools from DBT including diary cards and chain analyses

Trainers

  • Zoe Gibbs (Senior Clinical Psychologist ) — Spectrum
  • Sarah Wallace (Senior Clinical Psychologist ) — Spectrum

Categories: Capability 10 - Delivering compassionate care, support and treatment
Disciplines: Allied Health, Other
Levels: Introductory, Intermediate, Advanced

Friday 5 August 2022
09:00 to 16:30
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Monday 8 August 2022
09:00 to 16:30
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Richmond

Specific location and venue confirmed by provider upon registration.
$500
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Provided by Spectrum
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