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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Counselor Training
Become a DBT Counselor, Use ready-made session plans & Confidently start counseling practice within weeks!
Created byPsychologyclass Org
Last updated 5/2026
English
What you'll learn
- How to get started as a DBT Counselling Professional
- How to Structure Therapy Session
- How to Guide Your Client
- Advanced DBT Emotion Regulation Skills
- Advanced DBT Distraction Techniques
- Advanced DBT Self Soothing Skills
- Advanced DBT Relaxation Exercises
- Advanced DBT Mindfulness Exercises
- Advanced DBT Interpersonal Effectiveness Skills
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Course content
12 sections • 92 lectures • 10h 20m total length
Requirements
- Basic Counselling or Talk Therapy Skills
- A formal education is psychology field
Description
This course helps counselors and therapists confidently use Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) tools in real sessions.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a structured form of talk therapy designed to help people manage intense emotions, navigate relationships, and cope with stress. Originally developed by Dr. Marsha Linehan in the 1970s for Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and chronic suicidality, DBT is now widely applied across mental health conditions and everyday challenges.
What You’ll Learn
Conduct therapy sessions with confidence
Guide conversations and know what to say next
Apply ready-to-use DBT session plans
Handle emotionally intense or challenging clients
Use structured DBT tools during sessions
Help clients manage emotions and improve relationships
Build your reputation as a skilled, effective counselor
Reduce stress and avoid burnout with a structured framework
The 4 Core Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skill Modules
Mindfulness – Help clients become aware of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors without judgment
Distress Tolerance – Teach techniques for coping with crises and emotional pain safely
Emotion Regulation – Identify, understand, and manage intense emotions before they take control
Interpersonal Effectiveness – Improve communication, set boundaries, and maintain healthy relationships
Why Take This Course
Gain Confidence in Sessions: Move from uncertainty to clear, structured guidance for every client interaction.
Practical, Ready-to-Use Tools: Learn DBT techniques you can immediately apply—no heavy theory, just actionable skills.
Handle Intense Emotions with Ease: Learn to manage challenging situations and emotionally intense clients safely and effectively.
Improve Client Outcomes: Help clients regulate emotions, improve relationships, and make meaningful progress.
Stand Out Professionally: Build a reputation as a skilled, knowledgeable, and structured therapist.
Reduce Burnout: Follow a proven framework to maintain clarity and confidence without overworking yourself.
Evidence-Based Training: Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a highly researched method that reduces self-harm, emotional dysregulation, and stress.
By the end of this course, you’ll have a clear, step-by-step framework to guide therapy sessions and use Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) tools with confidence.
Start learning DBT today and confidently guide clients with real, practical therapy skills!
Who this course is for:
- Psychology Counselors who want to practice DBT Modality