Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Skills for Frontline Workers

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Course Description:

This workshop focuses on select Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) skills adapted for use in brief interactions with clients by frontline workers. Participants will learn effective methods for utilizing these skills, particularly in the areas of distress tolerance and emotional regulation. The course will include activities and worksheets designed to help integrate these skills into day-to-day practice with marginalized populations.

Learning Objectives: 

  • Gain a brief overview of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).
  • Understand the four main components of DBT.
  • Explore select adapted DBT skills from each component, aimed at providing frontline workers with practical tools for client support.
  • Learn how to effectively use worksheets with marginalized populations to promote emotional regulation and distress tolerance.

Learning Outcomes: 

  • Participants will understand the foundational principles of DBT and how to apply them in a brief, frontline context.
  • Participants will be able to implement DBT skills effectively to help clients manage distress and regulate emotions.
  • Participants will gain confidence in using DBT worksheets as a tool in their work with marginalized populations.
  • Participants will be equipped with practical skills that can enhance their client interactions, focusing on emotional resilience and distress tolerance.

Instructor: Zanna Seipp-Katz

Mode(s): Live Online or Live In-Person

Length: One Day

Cost: $140 per person

Target Group: Frontline Staff

  • You must be prompt for the course – any time missed will result in certificate not being issued.
  • This training is interactive, all attendees are required to participate.
  • Upon successful completion, a certificate of attendance will be issued.

Target Group: All, Frontline staff.

Upcoming Dates:

No upcoming sessions available.

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