The EDBTA Summer School 2026 is an in-person educational event designed for DBT practitioners, trainers, and educators who want to deepen their skills, exchange knowledge, and build professional community. The summer school combines intensive training with shared practice and opportunities for connection in a retreat-style setting.
Programme Structure
The summer school offers three distinct programme tracks, tailored to different experience levels and professional roles:
1. Main Programme
- Open to participants who wish to attend
- Limited to approximately 30 participants
- Includes mindfulness practices, lectures, educational sessions, and free-time activities
2. Train the Trainers
- An advanced track for selected members nominated by national associations
- Focuses on teaching DBT, maintaining treatment fidelity, and supporting high-quality dissemination
- Aimed at those preparing for DBT trainer and leadership roles
3. Adherence Coding
- A specialised track for selected nominated members
- Concentrates on DBT adherence coding, feedback processes, and quality assurance
- Designed to strengthen evaluation and fidelity standards in DBT practice
Registration is closed.