CBT & DBT Complete Course

Module: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Description:
In this CBT module, you’ll explore the foundations and practical techniques of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. From understanding how thoughts affect emotions and behavior to applying CBT tools in real-life situations, this module gives you both theory and hands-on experience. Learn how to support clients with depression, anxiety, and OCD using proven methods.

What You’ll Learn:

• History and evolution of CBT

• Core principles, models, and common myths

• Building strong therapeutic relationships

• Understanding irrational and dysfunctional thinking (Ellis & Beck models)

• Relaxation techniques: deep breathing, meditation, PMR

• Key CBT techniques and how to practice them

• Designing and running behavioral experiments

• Social skills training and systematic desensitization

• Group practice and peer roleplays

• Creating effective case formulations

• Structuring CBT sessions

• Helping clients become their own therapists

• CBT strategies for depression, anxiety, and OCD

• Gathering feedback and improving your approach

• Final revision and reflective discussions

Module: Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Description:
This DBT module introduces you to a powerful therapy used for emotion regulation, relationship building, and crisis survival. You’ll learn how to apply DBT’s four core skill areas—Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness—to help clients manage intense emotions and improve their lives.

What You’ll Learn:

• Introduction, history, and development of DBT

• DBT’s structure and core principles

• Understanding emotion dysregulation

• Mindfulness Module

  • What is mindfulness?

  • Core skills: Observing, Describing, Participating

  • Using mindfulness in everyday life

• Distress Tolerance Module

  • Crisis survival techniques: Radical Acceptance, TIPP, Self-Soothing

  • Coping with stress and emotional overwhelm

• Emotion Regulation Module

  • Naming emotions and reducing vulnerability

  • Building positive emotional experiences

• Interpersonal Effectiveness Module

  • Assertiveness, boundaries, and healthy communication

  • Techniques like DEAR MAN, GIVE, FAST

  • Conflict resolution skills

• Applying DBT in therapy for BPD, anxiety, depression, PTSD

• Case studies, roleplays, and practice sessions