Professional Certificate in Dialectical Behavior Therapy
About Course
The Professional Certificate in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (PC-DBT) is a structured 20-hour training program designed to equip professionals and students with a comprehensive understanding of DBT principles, techniques, and applications. This course ensures participants develop both theoretical knowledge and practical skills essential for implementing DBT in clinical settings.
Total Training Hours:
⏳ 20 hours (Divided into multiple interactive sessions)
Course Overview
This certification provides participants with the tools to work effectively with individuals experiencing emotion dysregulation, self-harm tendencies, suicidal ideation, borderline personality traits, and other psychological challenges. The training integrates core DBT components, including mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.
Who Should Enroll?
- Psychologists, Therapists, and Counselors
- Psychology Students & Interns
- Mental Health Professionals
- Coaches and Social Workers
- Anyone interested in DBT for personal or professional development
Key Learning Outcomes
By the end of the training, participants will:
✅ Develop a strong foundation in DBT theory and philosophy
✅ Master core DBT skills: Mindfulness, Emotion Regulation, Distress Tolerance, and Interpersonal Effectiveness
✅ Learn how to conduct DBT-based therapy sessions
✅ Understand DBT case conceptualization and treatment planning
Course Content
Professional Certificate in Dialectical Behavior Therapy
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Lesson 1: Introduction to DBT & Its Structure
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Lesson 2: Core DBT Skills & Mindfulness
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Lesson 3: Emotion Regulation – Understanding & Identifying Emotions
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Lesson 4: Emotion Regulation – Managing & Changing Emotions
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Lesson 5: Distress Tolerance – Crisis Survival Skills
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Lesson 6: Interpersonal Effectiveness – Assertiveness & Communication Skills
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Lesson 7: Interpersonal Effectiveness – Conflict Resolution & Relationship Balance
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Lesson 8: Integrating DBT Skills for Long-Term Success
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Quiz 1
Your Instructor
Owais Iqbal
Clinical Psychologist/HypnotherapistOwais Iqbal is a Clinical Psychologist, internationally certified Hypnotherapist, and expert trainer with a passion for teaching and mental health advocacy. As the Chairman & Founder of The Psycholar, he has been instrumental in organizing workshops and professional training programs to empower clinicians and psychology students.
With over three years of clinical experience, Owais specializes in hypnotherapy, DBT, and therapeutic interventions that promote emotional well-being. He has developed innovative techniques such as the Planting a Tree Hypnotherapy Technique and the Multiple Screens Therapeutic Technique, demonstrating his commitment to advancing therapeutic practices.
As an educator, Owais adopts a structured yet interactive approach, ensuring that students gain both theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills. His expertise spans hypnosis, mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral techniques, and research-based interventions, making his courses highly engaging and practical.
Currently, he teaches Professional Certificate courses in Hypnotherapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), equipping professionals with cutting-edge therapeutic tools. His teaching philosophy emphasizes experiential learning, critical thinking, and ethical practice, fostering a deep understanding of psychology beyond textbooks.