DBT for Partners, Family and Friends
​This twelve-week group program is designed specifically for those supporting someone with emotional dysregulation or engaging in DBT. It is aimed at teaching supporters to learn how to be more effective in interacting with a loved one who is suffering from emotion dysregulation.
Each weekly session is co-facilitated by two experienced DBT-trained clinicians and focuses solely on skills training.​
DBT for Partners, Famiily and Friends is based on the DBT program developed by Dr Marsha Linehan as well as the work by Corinne Stoewsand. DBT is supported by more than 30 years of research (including randomised controlled trials).
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Group Skills
Training
​​You’ll learn how to support your loved one effectively while also taking care
of your own emotional well-being.
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What you’ll gain:
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A solid understanding of DBT theory
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Practical DBT skills tailored to your role as a support person, including:
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Mindfulness – staying present and non-judgmental
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Distress Tolerance – navigating crisis moments with steadiness
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Interpersonal Effectiveness – setting boundaries and communicating needs clearly
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Emotion Regulation – managing intense emotions and building emotional resilience
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Through a structured and supportive environment, you’ll build confidence in applying these tools to real-life challenges—strengthening both your relationships and your own sense of balance.
