Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Practitioner Training

Bring Gold-Standard DBT Training to Your Organisation With the BPS Quality Mark

GreenWood Mentors Ltd now offers its highly respected, BPS Approved DBT Practitioner Training on request for organisations and small groups of qualified mental health professionals.

 

Small Groups

5-15 participants for personalized attention

8 Months

Comprehensive training with supervised practice

BPS Approved

Leads to DBT Practitioner Certificate

International

Delivered worldwide online

 

Who Is This Training For?

This course is designed for qualified mental health and social work professionals in organisational teams who are able to begin DBT practice during the training period. Participants must be prepared to apply DBT in their work context, working with clients and engaging in skills groups during the supervised practice period.

Ideal for:

  • NHS Trusts
  • Healthcare teams
  • Social services
  • Private healthcare providers
  • Academic institutions
  • International NGOs
DBT training

Why Choose GreenWood Mentors?

BPS Quality Mark

Leads to a DBT Practitioner Certificate approved by the British Psychological Society for CPD

Internationally Delivered

Trusted by clinicians worldwide, with experience in diverse healthcare systems

Expert Trainers

Delivered by award-winning psychologists with extensive DBT experience since 2006

Small Group Focus

Engaging, supportive, and personalised learning environment

 

Training Overview

This intensive program typically spans 8 months, with a flexible structure tailored to your team's schedule. It equips participants to deliver adherent DBT through a blend of theoretical learning, practical application, and supervised practice.

Nine Days Teaching

Core training delivered over two modules

7.5 Hours Supervision

Three group supervision sessions

7 Months Practice

Supervised clinical application

BPS Certificate

Upon successful completion

What You'll Learn

  • DBT fundamentals and theoretical framework
  • Client assessment, contracting, and treatment planning
  • Applied behaviour analysis and dialectical techniques
  • Mindfulness and acceptance strategies
  • How to run DBT Skills Groups
  • Peer supervision and Consult Group practice
  • Telephone coaching and crisis intervention
  • Service delivery models and integration

Evidence Base & NICE Guidelines

NICE Guidelines recommend Dialectical Behaviour Therapy for the treatment of Borderline Personality Disorder.

Randomized Clinical Trials have demonstrated DBT's effectiveness in reducing suicide attempts, self-injury, medical risk, premature drop-out, inpatient admissions, drug abuse, depression, and hopelessness while increasing global and social adjustment.

Proven Effective For:
  • Borderline Personality Disorder
  • Eating Disorders
  • Treatment-Resistant Depression
  • Substance Abuse
  • Emotionally Constricted Personality Disorders
Key Outcomes:
  • Reduced self-harm and suicide attempts
  • Decreased hospital admissions
  • Improved treatment retention
  • Better emotional regulation
  • Enhanced social functioning

 

Meet Your Expert Trainers

Dr Fiona Kennedy
Dr Fiona Kennedy

Course Director, Clinical Psychologist

DBT trainer since 2006, formerly Team Leader for the Isle of Wight NHS DBT Team. Winner of BUPA award and National Audit Office commendation.

Dr Gill Green
Dr Gill Green

Clinical & Organisational Psychologist

DBT trainer with expertise in both clinical and organisational psychology. Leader of GreenWood's private DBT service.

Catherine Parker
Catherine Parker

DBT Therapist & Former NHS Team Lead

Former Team Co-ordinator of Derbyshire NHS DBT Team. Empathetic, clear presentations with extensive BABCP experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, we regularly train participants from around the world including Poland, India, Lebanon, Hong Kong, Macau, and Australia. We're experienced in working with teams in diverse healthcare systems and cultural settings.

Yes. The training is booked on request and can be delivered on a schedule that suits your team's availability. We offer flexible scheduling to accommodate your organisation's needs.

The ideal group size is between 5 and 15 participants to ensure quality supervision and personalized attention. For larger groups, we may recommend splitting the cohort to maintain training effectiveness.

Yes. During the 7-month supervised practice period, participants must apply DBT in a clinical setting, including working with at least one client and engaging in skills groups.

A stable internet connection, webcam, and microphone. Sessions are delivered via a secure video platform such as Zoom or Teams. All training materials are provided digitally.

Yes, successful completion of the full training pathway leads to a DBT Practitioner Certificate approved by the British Psychological Society for CPD.

Course Fee & Booking

Course fee: Dependent on group size - contact us to discuss your specific requirements.

  • Flexible scheduling available
  • Payment plans offered
  • Discounts for larger groups and non-profit organisations
Flexible Options

Payment plans and scheduling to suit your organisation

Get in Touch - Contact Dr Fiona Kennedy

Join the hundreds of mental health professionals we've trained worldwide. Bring evidence-based, NICE-approved DBT training to your organisation. Contact Dr Fiona Kennedy to explore how we can tailor this program to your organisation's needs.

Terms & Conditions Summary

  • Participants must be qualified professionals
  • Training conducted in English and online/in-person
  • Non-attendance may impact eligibility
  • Fees non-refundable once materials accessed
  • Client data must be anonymised and GDPR compliant
  • Reasonable adjustments available
  • Course materials copyrighted to GreenWood Mentors
  • Full T&Cs available on request

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