DBT Teens Skills Group – Course Overview

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) is a type of talk therapy that helps individuals manage intense emotions, reduce self-destructive behaviours, and build healthier relationships. It combines cognitive-behavioural strategies with mindfulness practices and is particularly effective for those experiencing emotional dysregulation, risk-taking behaviours, or interpersonal difficulties.

DBT Teens Skills Group is an online program designed for teens aged 13 to 17. The program includes  12 weekly 60-minute group sessions, focusing on practical DBT skills across four key modules:

1. Distress Tolerance – Managing difficult situations without resorting to harmful behaviours
2. Emotion Regulation – Understanding and managing intense emotions
3. Interpersonal Effectiveness – Building stronger communication and relationship skills
4. Mindfulness – Staying present and aware of thoughts and feelings

Each session introduces one to two new skills through interactive activities, group discussion, and real-life examples. Teens are encouraged to practise these skills between sessions through optional homework tasks.

Program Details:

• Cost: $75 per session (total program cost: $900)
• Format: Online group sessions (for ages 9–17)
• Includes: Intake appointment + 12 weekly sessions
• Start Date: Run by expressions of interest – the group will commence once a minimum of four participants have registered
• Next Steps: Once the group is confirmed, participants will receive full details regarding start dates and payment information

This evidence-based program gives teens a supportive and structured space to develop lifelong coping strategies—all from the comfort of home.

Learn practical skills to manage emotions, improve relationships, and build a life worth living.

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based therapeutic approach that teaches practical skills to help people manage overwhelming emotions, navigate stress, strengthen relationships, and respond more effectively to life's challenges.

Our Open DBT Life Skills Group provides adults with the opportunity to learn and practise these skills in a supportive online environment. With no fixed start date, you can join at any time and progress through the program at your own pace.

This group is suitable for adults aged 18 years and over who would like to:

• Better manage intense emotions
• Improve relationships and communication
• Develop healthier coping strategies
• Reduce unhelpful behaviours and emotional reactivity
• Strengthen boundaries and interpersonal effectiveness
• Learn practical skills to support their mental wellbeing

No referral, formal diagnosis, or previous therapy experience is required.

The program focuses on the four core DBT skill areas that support emotional wellbeing and resilience.

Develop practical strategies for managing crisis situations, emotional distress, and difficult moments without making the situation worse.

Learn to better understand your emotions, reduce emotional vulnerability, and respond more effectively to emotional experiences.

Build confidence in communication, strengthen relationships, establish healthy boundaries, and navigate conflict with greater effectiveness.

Increase awareness of the present moment, improve emotional balance, and respond to situations with greater clarity rather than reacting automatically.

The program continuously cycles through each of these modules, allowing participants to join at any stage without waiting for a new intake.

Format: Online via secure video platform

Session length: 75 minutes

Frequency: Weekly

Commencement: Ongoing – participants may join at any time

Attendance: Flexible participation with no long-term commitment

$85 per session

Participants may attend on a pay-as-you-go basis or choose to purchase a block of sessions. There are no upfront program fees or lock-in contracts.

Through regular attendance, participants can develop:

• Greater emotional awareness and regulation
• Effective strategies for managing stress and distress
• Improved communication and relationship skills
• Increased confidence in setting healthy boundaries
• Practical tools that can be applied in everyday life
• A supportive environment to learn, practise, and consolidate new skills

Getting started is simple.

1. Register your interest.
2. Receive upcoming session dates and access information.
3. Join when you are ready.

Because the group operates on an open, rolling format, there is no need to wait for a new program to begin.

If you are looking for practical, evidence-based strategies to improve your emotional wellbeing and relationships, our Open DBT Life Skills Group provides a flexible and supportive place to begin.

Register your interest today or contact us to learn more about upcoming sessions.

Tuning In to Teens® is an evidence-based parenting program that supports parents and caregivers in strengthening their teen’s emotional intelligence and improving family relationships. It provides practical tools and strategies to help parents respond to their teen’s emotions in ways that build connection, resilience, and emotional regulation.

Designed for parents and carers of young people aged 10 to 17, this program focuses on improving communication, reducing conflict, and creating a more emotionally responsive home environment.

Key Topics Covered:

• Understanding adolescent emotional development
• Responding to challenging emotions with empathy
• Supporting teens in managing emotions and coping with stress
• Enhancing communication and connection
• Reducing conflict and improving relationships

Program Details:

• Format: Online delivery for accessibility and convenience
• Duration: 6 weekly sessions
• Who it’s for: Parents and caregivers of teens aged 10–17
• Cost: $450 per couple or two caregivers (includes all sessions and program resources)
• Resources: Comprehensive materials provided to support learning and practice
• Start Date: Run based on expressions of interest – the program will commence once a minimum number of participants have registered
• Next Steps: Once the group is confirmed, session dates and payment details will be provided

Tuning In to Teens® empowers parents and caregivers with the knowledge and skills to better support their teen’s emotional wellbeing—all within a supportive, accessible online format.

Circle of Security® is a relationship-based parenting program designed to help parents and caregivers better understand and respond to their child’s emotional needs. Based on decades of attachment research, the program supports the development of secure parent-child relationships, which are key to a child’s long-term emotional and behavioural wellbeing.

Ideal for parents and caregivers of children aged 0 to 12, the program provides practical tools to strengthen connection, manage challenging behaviours, and create a more secure, responsive home environment.

Key Topics Covered:

• Understanding your child’s emotional world through the lens of attachment
• Strengthening your child’s emotional security and resilience
• Supporting your child to manage emotions and behaviours
• Recognising and responding to your child’s needs with confidence
• Repairing relationship ruptures and improving communication

Program Details:

• Format: Online delivery for flexibility and accessibility
• Duration: 8 weekly sessions
• Who it’s for: Parents and caregivers of children aged 0–12
• Cost: $150 per session for up to 2 caregivers (total program cost: $1,200 per pair)
• Resources: Official Circle of Security® Parenting booklets provided
• Start Date: Run based on expressions of interest – the group program begins once a minimum number of participants have registered
• Next Steps: Once the group is confirmed, session dates and payment details will be provided

One-on-One Option:
We also offer this program as individual sessions with a facilitator, for those who prefer a more personalised approach. The one-on-one format covers the same content and resources, at a slightly higher cost. Please enquire for pricing and availability.

Circle of Security® helps caregivers build stronger, more connected relationships with their children—all within a supportive, evidence-based framework delivered in a convenient online format.

Cool Kids® is a structured, evidence-based program designed to help children and their parents understand and manage anxiety. Developed by Macquarie University, this internationally recognised program teaches practical strategies to reduce worry, face fears, and build resilience and confidence.

Designed for children aged 7 to 12 and their parent or caregiver, Cool Kids® involves both child and parent working together to learn skills that can be applied in everyday life, with a strong focus on building long-term coping strategies.

Key Topics Covered:

• Understanding anxiety and how it affects thoughts, feelings, and behaviour
• Identifying anxious thoughts and learning to challenge them
• Developing coping tools and relaxation strategies
• Gradual exposure to feared situations in a supportive way
• Improving problem-solving skills and confidence
• Managing family interactions around anxiety

Program Details:

• Format: Online delivery for accessibility and convenience
• Duration: 10 weekly sessions
• Who it’s for: Children aged 7–12 and their parent or caregiver
• Cost: $150 per session (total program cost: $1,500 per child and parent team)
• Resources: All materials provided to support learning and home practice
• Start Date: Run based on expressions of interest – the group program will commence once a minimum number of participants have registered
• Next Steps: Once the group is confirmed, session dates and payment details will be provided

One-on-One Option:
Cool Kids® is also offered in a one-on-one format with a facilitator for families seeking a more individualised approach. This version covers the same material, with greater flexibility and a slightly higher cost. Please enquire for pricing and availability.

Cool Kids® equips children and parents with practical tools to manage anxiety and build confidence—all within a supportive, evidence-based online format.