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

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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

Course Director, Clinical Psychologist

Dr Fiona Kennedy

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

Clinical & Organisational Psychologist

Dr Gill Green

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

DBT Therapist & Former NHS Team Lead

Catherine Parker

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

Ready to discuss training for your group? Contact Dr Fiona Kennedy to explore how we can tailor this program to your organisation’s needs.

Email

drkennedy@greenwoodmentors.com

Phone

+44 7841 573732

What to expect: Dr Kennedy will discuss your organisation’s needs, team size, preferred delivery method, and scheduling requirements to create a customised training program.

Terms & Conditions Summary

Participant Requirements:

Must be qualified mental health professionals
Training conducted in English
Regular attendance required for certification
Must apply DBT in clinical practice during training

Important Policies:

Course materials are copyrighted to GreenWood Mentors
Client data must be anonymised and GDPR compliant
Fees are non-refundable once materials are accessed
Reasonable adjustments available for specific needs

Ready to Transform Your Team’s DBT Capabilities?

Join the hundreds of mental health professionals we’ve trained worldwide. Bring evidence-based, NICE-approved DBT training to your organisation.

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Training Evolution Notice

This training was previously offered on specific public dates for individual registration. We have now evolved to provide exclusively tailored, organisation-focused training that better serves team development and implementation needs. This approach ensures better integration with your existing services and more effective long-term outcomes.