Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Practitioner Training

Gain confidence and effective evidence based skills in working with people with complex presentations and difficult to change behaviours.

Work confidently with addictions (including substance misuse), self-harm, suicidality, eating disorders, gambling, pornography, personality disorders. Work effectively with client groups from teens to older adults.

GreenWood Mentors Ltd offers its highly respected, BPS Approved DBT Practitioner Training to qualified mental health professionals.

 

2026-2027 DBT Practitioner Training

This year's training runs from November 2026 to June 2027

  • Module 1: 10, 11, 12, 17, 18 November 2026
  • Module 2: 21, 22, 23, 24 June 2027

Small group training with excellent individual attention and supervision.

Contact Gill to find out more about this training:

Dr Gill Green

+44 7968 102392
gillgreen.ps@gmail.com

BPS Approved DBT Training
Small Group

5-15 participants for personalised attention

Support

Supervision & unlimited trainer access throughout

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.

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

Ongoing support, coaching and trainer access throughout

 

Training Overview

This intensive program spans 7 months. It equips participants to deliver adherent DBT through a blend of theoretical learning, practical application, and supervised practice. It leads to a DBT Practitioner Certificate.

Nine Days Teaching

Core training delivered over two modules

7.5 Hours Supervision

Three group supervision sessions

7 Months Support

Supervised clinical application and trainer access

DBT Practitioner 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. 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

Early Bird Offer
Early Bird Price

£3,200

Save £600 per participant

Book by 30th September 2026

Standard Price

£3,800

Per participant

For bookings from 1st October 2026

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

Get in Touch - Contact Dr Fiona Kennedy

Join the hundreds of mental health professionals we've trained worldwide. Bring evidence-based, NICE-recommended DBT training to your practice.

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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