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Counselling & Psychotherapy: Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

4.8 (8 ratings) 4 enrolled 3h 2m of learning Updated Nov 2026
CertificateOn completion
3h 2mSelf-paced
24 lessonsOn the UISC learning portal
All LevelsNo prior training needed

Course curriculum

1 modules 24 lessons 3h 2m total
01 Counselling & Psychotherapy: Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) 24 lessons
  1. About the Instructor
  2. About the Course
  3. Definition of Counselling
  4. Approaches in Counselling & Psychotherapy
  5. What is DBT?
  6. What is ‘dialectical’?
  7. History & Philosophy of DBT
  8. What is ‘Mindfulness’
  9. What is ‘Distress Tolerance’
  10. What is ‘Emotion regulation’
  11. What is ‘Interpersonal Effectiveness’
  12. Multistage approach of DBT
  13. The Stages of Treatment in DBT
  14. Prioritising Treatments Targets
  15. How to set up ‘learning environment’ for the client
  16. How to conduct ‘Behavioural Analysis’
  17. Uses of DBT
  18. DBT in the treatment of Borderline Personality Disorder
  19. DBT in the treatment of Depression
  20. DBT for treatment of Anxiety & OCD
  21. DBT for treatment of ‘Eating Disorders’
  22. How effective is DBT?
  23. Criticism and Limitations of DBT
  24. Thank You and Good Bye!

About this course

Counselling & Psychotherapy: Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) course teaches you everything on the topic thoroughly from scratch so you can achieve a professional certificate for free to showcase your achievement in professional life. This Counselling & Psychotherapy: Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) course is a comprehensive, instructor-guided course, designed to provide a detailed understanding of the nature of the related sector and your key roles within it.

To become successful in your profession, you must have a specific set of skills to succeed in today’s competitive world. In this in-depth training course, you will develop the most in-demand skills to kickstart your career, as well as upgrade your existing knowledge & skills.

The training materials of this course are available online for you to learn at your own pace and fast-track your career with ease.

Key Features of the Counselling & Psychotherapy: Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Course :

Our trusted, high quality and affordable Counselling & Psychotherapy: Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) course trains individuals to become experts in their field.

  • Accredited by CPD
  • Instant e-certificate
  • Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
  • Developed by qualified professionals
  • Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly
  • 24/7 Learning Assistance
  • Discounts on bulk purchases

Who should take the course

Anyone with a knack for learning new skills can take this Counselling & Psychotherapy: Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) course. While this comprehensive training is popular for preparing people for job opportunities in the relevant fields, it also helps to advance your career for promotions.

Accreditation

All of our courses, including this Counselling & Psychotherapy: Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) course, are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field.

Certification

Once you’ve successfully completed your Counselling & Psychotherapy: Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) course, you will immediately be sent a digital certificate. Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months.

Assessment

At the end of the course, there will be an online assessment, which you will need to pass to complete the course. Answers are marked instantly and automatically, allowing you to know straight away whether you have passed. If you haven’t, there’s no limit on the number of times you can take the final exam. All this is included in the one-time fee you paid for the course itself.

Course Curriculum

The detailed curriculum outline of our Counselling & Psychotherapy: Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) course is as follows:

Module 01: Introduction

In module one, we will get to know the instructor of the course and their professional background. We will also explore the key topics that will be discussed in this course.

Module 02: What is Counselling & Psychotherapy

In module two, we will gain a deeper understanding of the definition of counselling and psychotherapy. It covers a range of approaches and theories.

Module 03: About Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

In module three, we will explore the history and philosophy of dialectal behavioural therapy and its benefits/challenges.

Module 04: DBT Strategies & 'Life Skills'

In module four, we will develop some core life skills required to work in the field of therapy. We will also learn fundamental DBT strategies for treating anxiety, depression, eating disorders, BPD and OCD.

Module 05: Treatment by DBT

In module five, we will explore the stages of treatment in DBT. It also includes step-by-step guidance on how to set up the therapeutic environment and how to conduct a behavioural analysis.

Module 06: DBT for Psychological Disorders

Module six takes us through the uses of DBT and why it is particularly effective for treating psychological disorders. We will explore the different types of psychological disorders in greater depth in this module.

Module 07: Effectiveness of DBT

In module seven, we will learn how effective DBT treatment is and how long it takes to work. We will also gain a deeper understanding of the types of people who benefit from DBT the most.

Your certificate

CPD certificate — download it when you finish

Issued the moment you complete the final module. Every certificate lists the course aims and objectives, anticipated learning outcomes, the quality-assurance process — the elements required for verifiable CPD. Non-registrants can use it as CQC training evidence and for appraisals.

Aims & objectives Learning outcomes Unique certificate number

Learner ratings

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Common questions

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When can I start?

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How is the course assessed?

A short multiple-choice or scenario-based assessment at the end of the course with instant results. You can retake it as many times as you need at no extra cost.

Can I enrol my whole team?

Yes. Organisations can buy multiple places on one invoice and receive a training record for every learner. Contact us for team pricing.

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