Mastishk
Counselling & Training Institute
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy
Practitioner Certification Program
About the Course
Course Duration: 6 Month
Total Learning Hours: 160 Hours
Mode: Offline/ Online
Course Fee: ₹24,999/-
DBT Practitioner Course is a comprehensive six-month program designed for students and professionals who want to develop a deeper understanding of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and build structured practical skills for working with complex emotional and behavioural concerns.
The program combines detailed theoretical learning with practical skill development, case formulation, treatment planning, behavioural analysis, role plays and supervised learning. Participants are introduced to the DBT model, dialectics, validation, mindfulness and acceptance-based strategies while gaining practical exposure to the application of DBT skills.
What the Course Covers
The course covers the DBT framework in greater depth and gradually moves towards practical application.
Participants will learn about:
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DBT model, treatment philosophy and core principles
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Dialectics, acceptance and change strategies
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Validation and therapeutic communication
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Mindfulness skills and their application
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Distress tolerance strategies
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Emotion regulation skills and strategies
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Interpersonal effectiveness skills
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Behavioural analysis and understanding maintaining patterns
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DBT-informed assessment and case formulation
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Case conceptualisation and treatment planning
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DBT worksheets and structured intervention tools
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Application of DBT strategies to complex client concerns
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Role plays, skills demonstrations and practical exercises
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Case discussions and treatment planning
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Empathy, validation, crisis management and communication skills
Learning Components
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Interactive Training — 80 Hours
Comprehensive instructor-led sessions covering CBT theories, models, techniques, case formulation and practical application.
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Guided Self-Learning — 30 Hours
Reading material and recorded resources to support independent learning and reinforce concepts discussed during live sessions.
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CBT Worksheets & Skill Practice — 20 Hours
Structured practice with CBT worksheets and selected cognitive and behavioural techniques.
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Case Formulation Assignments & Case Discussions — 15 Hours
Participants work with case situations to develop formulations and discuss possible intervention approaches.
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Supervised Practicum — 10 Hours
Guided practical work involving application of CBT skills, practical exercises and viva.
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Final Assessment — 5 Hours
Final MCQ examination along with viva/case discussion.
Practical Work
Practical learning is a central part of the DBT Practitioner Course.​
During the six-month program, participants will complete:
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10 DBT Worksheets
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5 Case Conceptualisations
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3 Detailed DBT Case Reports
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2 Complete Treatment Plans
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1 Case Presentation
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1 Final Viva
The practical work is designed to help participants gradually develop their ability to understand cases, formulate problems and plan structured DBT-based interventions.
All required submissions are mandatory for certification.
Who Can Join?
The program is suitable for:
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BA / BSc Psychology Students
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MA / MSc Psychology Students
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Psychology Interns
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Counsellors & Educators
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Social Workers
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Healthcare Professionals
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Professionals and learners interested in developing structured CBT knowledge and practical skills
The program is particularly suitable for learners who want to move beyond introductory CBT knowledge and gain greater exposure to case formulation, intervention planning and practical CBT work.
Certification
Participants will receive the DBT Practitioner Course Certificate from Mastishk Counselling & Training Institute after successfully completing the required learning activities, practical work and final assessment.
Certification Requirements
Attendance: Minimum 80%
Assignments: 20%
DBT Worksheets: 10%
Case Report: 30%
Practical Skills & Case Work: 20%
Final Examination (MCQ + Viva): 20%
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A certificate will be awarded upon successful completion of all required course components.
What You Will Take Away
By the end of the program, participants should have a more comprehensive understanding of the DBT model and its practical application.
They will also have practical exposure to:
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DBT model and treatment philosophy
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Mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation and interpersonal effectiveness
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Dialectical and acceptance-based strategies
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Validation and therapeutic communication
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DBT-informed assessment and case formulation
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Treatment planning
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Behavioural analysis
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DBT worksheets and structured intervention tools
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Case reports and case conceptualisation
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Role plays and skills demonstrations
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Crisis-management-related skills
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Empathy, validation and communication
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Structured application of DBT strategies to different client concerns
The program is designed to help learners move from understanding DBT concepts to developing more structured practical familiarity with DBT-based case work and intervention strategies.
Why This Course?
The DBT Practitioner Course provides a longer and more comprehensive learning experience for participants who want to develop their knowledge and practical understanding of DBT.
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Comprehensive DBT Learning
The six-month structure provides sufficient time to explore the DBT model, core skills, behavioural concepts and practical applications in greater depth.
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Extensive Practical Work
Participants complete worksheets, case conceptualisations, case reports and role plays as part of the learning process.
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Case-Based Approach
The course connects theoretical concepts with structured case discussions, formulation and treatment planning.
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Progressive Skill Development
Skills are introduced and practised progressively through live sessions, guided activities and practical exercises.
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Role Plays & Demonstrations
Practical demonstrations and role plays provide opportunities to understand how DBT skills can be communicated and applied in different situations.
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Evidence-Based Approach
The program is structured around established DBT principles, including mindfulness, validation, acceptance, dialectical thinking and behavioural strategies.
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Guided Learning
Participants receive structured guidance through live sessions, learning resources, worksheets and practical activities throughout the program.
About Trainers
Akanksha Choudhary
RCI-Licensed Clinical Psychologist | Assistant Professor
Experience: 11+ Years ​​​​​​
Vivek Tiwari
Senior Psychologist
(Pursuing PhD)
Experience: 11+ Years
Isha Gaur
Counselling Psychologist
M.A. Clnical Psychology
Experience: 3+ Years
Note: This program is designed to provide structured theoretical knowledge, practical exposure, and skill development in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Completion of this course does not by itself provide a license to practise CBT.