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DBT and Beyond Workshop

An advanced DBT workshop that blends neuroscience, trauma insights, and practical tools for real-world clinical practice.

DBT and Beyond Workshop

Go beyond manualised DBT to integrate neuroscience, trauma insights, and innovative tools into your work with BPD and emotion dysregulation.

 

No Dates At This Time

Register your interest below to let us know whether you would prefer this workshop to be held in Sydney, Wollongong, or Canberra.

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What You Will Get

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14 hours of CPD in a face-to-face format

(Not offered online or via Zoom at this time.)

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All workshop materials will be provided in hard copy on the day of the training.

Course Outline


We call this workshop DBT and Beyond because it teaches:
  • The basics of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy as developed by Marsha Linehan.
  • Innovative resources and practical tools developed by The Psych Collective to fill in gaps left by the standard DBT treatment package.
  • How to adapt DBT skills to diverse client presentations, work settings, and groups.
  • The role of neuroscience in understanding emotion dysregulation and therapeutic interventions.
  • Trauma-informed adaptations of DBT for clients with complex trauma or personality disorders.
  • Practical, real-world examples and scripts clinicians can implement immediately.


DBT and Beyond bridges the gap between learning DBT theory and successfully applying it in practice. Whether you’re new to DBT or looking to enhance your current skillset, this workshop offers fresh strategies to make your DBT work more effective and client-centred.


Don’t wait — places fill quickly! Book your spot today for only $800

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Who Should Take This Course:

  • Psychologists

  • Clinical psychology registrars

  • Counsellors

  • Social workers

  • Mental health nurses

  • Any clinician wanting practical tools to treat entrenched client patterns
Want to enhance your DBT practice?

Book your place now for $800 

DBT and Beyond Workshop

Registrations Currently Closed

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Taught by Experienced Clinicians

Jess O'Garr

Jess O’Garr

Clinical Psychologist and Director of The Psych Collective

Experienced in working with BPD, complex trauma, PTSD, and occupational trauma.

Known for making complex therapies practical and usable.

Al Griskaitis

Dr Al Griskaitis

Psychiatrist and experienced DBT trainer.

Brings neuroscience insights and clinical experience working with complex clients.

Together, Jess and Dr Al provide a dynamic, engaging workshop that blends evidence-based techniques with practical tools you can use the next day in clinical practice. 

This is not just a theory workshop — you’ll:

  • Watch live demonstrations.
  • Practise DBT techniques in a supportive environment.
  • Ask questions throughout to clarify concepts and troubleshoot cases.

Testimonials

Great workshop with knowledgeable and engaging facilitators.

Able to learn DBT skills and how to adapt them to different presentations, work settings and client groups. Very practical and applicable.

- Harsha
Fantastic program for people who are new to DBT or looking to sharpen their skills.

Jess and Al were able to effectively bridge the gap between learning the theory and how to translate it appropriately into practice.

- Jay
Jess and Dr Al are great trainers.

Their experience and real-world practical knowledge come through. They make the content real and applied. I learnt plenty!

- Kara

Workshop Details for Wollongong

Location

The Psych Collective Clinic

3/36-42 Auburn St,
Wollongong NSW

Catering 

Tea and coffee facilities available. Meals not catered. Our clinic is a 500m walk from the centre of Wollongong, and we’ll show you where the good coffee is!

Access

The training room is on the second storey up a flight of stairs. Unfortunately, disabled access is not available.

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Getting here 

Wollongong is 60 minutes south of Sydney, and our clinic is 300m from Wollongong Train Station. There is street parking near the clinic.

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Accommodation

If you’re travelling from interstate or out of area, we recommend:

  • Hotel Toto
  • Kuta Apartments
  • Sage Hotel
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Cancellation Policy

Full refund minus $25 processing fee with at least 14 days’ notice. For cancellations under 14 days, booking fees will be forfeited.

Workshop Details for Canberra

Location

The Rydges Hotel 

17 Canberra Ave,
Forrest ACT 2603

Catering

 Morning tea, Lunch and Afternoon tea is provided. Tea and coffee are available. We'll check your dietary requirements prior.

Access 

This workshop is held at a public venue. If you have any access requirements, please Contact Us.

Getting here

The Rydges Canberra is minutes from Canberra CBD and near Parliament House. Parking at Rydges Canberra is limited and subject to availability.

Accommodation

If you’re travelling from interstate or out of area, you may choose to book into The Rydges Hotel Canberra.

Cancellation Policy

Full refund minus $25 processing fee with at least 14 days’ notice. For cancellations under 14 days, booking fees will be forfeited.

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Join this face-to-face workshop in Wollongong for only $800 and gain practical DBT tools you can use immediately.

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