• Interactive Training — 20 Hours

Conceptual teaching, discussion and practical learning.

• Guided Self-Learning — 8 Hours

Reading material and recorded resources for independent learning.

• CBT Worksheets & Skill Practice — 4 Hours

Practice with commonly used DBT worksheets and basic techniques.

• Case-Based Assignments — 4 Hours

Application of concepts to case situations and basic case conceptualisation.

• Final Assessment — 4 Hours

MCQ examination along with viva/case discussion.

Total: 40 Learning Hours

Practical Work

During the course, participants are expected to complete a set of practical activities, including:

• Two DBT worksheets

• One case example

• One role-play session

• One homework practice exercise

These activities are intended to help participants understand the practical use of DBT skills and connect the concepts discussed during training with real-life situations.

All required submissions are mandatory for certification.

Who Can Join?

The program is suitable for:

• BA / BSc Psychology Students

• MA / MSc Psychology Students

• Psychology Interns

• Counsellors & Educators

• Social Workers

• Healthcare Professionals

• Individuals interested in learning about DBT and developing foundational mental-health skills

The program is particularly suitable for beginners who want to understand the basic principles and skills of DBT in a structured learning environment.

Certification

Participants will receive the DBT Foundation Certification from Mastishk Counselling & Training Institute after successfully completing the required learning activities and final assessment.

Certification Requirements

Attendance: Minimum 80%
Assignments: 20%
DBT Worksheets: 10%
Case Report: 30%
Final Examination (MCQ + Viva): 40%

What You Will Take Away

By the end of the program, participants should have a clear understanding of the basic DBT framework and its four core skill areas.

They will also have practical exposure to:

• Mindfulness skills

• Distress tolerance skills

• Emotion regulation skills

• Interpersonal effectiveness skills

• DBT worksheets

• Basic case-based application

• Role-play and practical exercises

• Empathy, validation and communication skills

The program is designed to help learners move from understanding the basic DBT concepts to developing familiarity with its core practical skills.

Why This Course?

The DBT Foundation Certification provides a structured introduction to DBT without making the learning entirely theory-based.

The course combines live teaching, practical exercises, worksheets, case-based learning and role plays, allowing participants to engage with the core DBT skills in a more practical way.

It is a suitable starting point for learners who want to understand how mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation and interpersonal effectiveness can be incorporated into their broader counselling and mental-health learning.

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