0506 - DBT-Kids: Part 1 – Introduction and Individual Work with Kids and Caregivers
Course Description
Hours: 12
Part 1 of this two-part training will provide an overview and introduction to DBT-Kids, an intervention developed by Drs. Alan and Armida Fruzzetti through the expansion of DBT strategies for use with families of kids (ages 12 and under) who struggle with emotion dysregulation. The intervention involves individual, family and group components. In this Part 1 workshop, participants can expect the use of didactics, role plays, exercises and resources to demonstrate:
- An introduction to the transactional model, describing conflict within families.
- An overview of structures and resources for implementing DBT-Kids interventions.
- Demonstration and practice of individual sessions for both kids and caregivers.
- Adapted DBT skills for use with both kids and their caregivers.
Learner Outcomes
By the end of this workshop participants will be able to:
- Understand the theories informing DBT-Kids, as well as the structures and processes involved in full model intervention.
- Use the transactional model to conceptualize client-family transactions, namely emotion dysregulation and chaos in families.
- Adapt DBT skills to preadolescent children.
- Structure and plan DBT-Kids individual sessions for children with emotion dysregulation disorders.
- Work effectively with caregivers to build commitment and skillfulness prior to family sessions.
Notes
Time Zone: All listed class times are held in ET (Ontario, Canada)
For more information contact the Faculty of Social Work Professional Development office:
Email: fswprofessionaldevelopment@wlu.ca
Phone: 548-889-5128
Cancellations and Transfers
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Website: wlu.ca/fswpd