In this workshop, you will learn:
– A compassionate, non-blaming understanding of BPD.
– A theory-based understanding of BPD symptoms beyond diagnostic labels.
– Flexible thinking to balance support and challenge, acceptance and change in clinical practice.
– The structure of DBT and the purpose of each treatment component, helping guide decisions about further training.
– Practical skills in validation and “both/and” communication for immediate use in clinical work.
Who is this workshop for?
Mental health professionals, including clinical and counselling psychologist, psychotherapist, psychiatrist, and psychology graduates or trainees, as well as social workers and other helping professionals who work with clients with emotion dysregulation, self-harm, or relational difficulties. No prior DBT training is required.
Workshop Facilitator:
Saima Akther
Clinical Psychologist
Founder of Psycoach Bangladesh
Date: 16 October 2026
Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Venue: Room No. 5040, Nasirullah Foundation Conference Hall, Department of Clinical Psychology, Arts Building (4th Floor), University of Dhaka, Dhaka- 1000.
Registration Link for Workshop: https://forms.gle/DSMvH58Z7ZR68SCr5