DBT Start Dates and Cost

DBTB Modules

The full DBT Brisbane Comprehensive Program runs for 48 weeks. It is broken into three modules that are repeated twice each. They are:

• Interpersonal Effectiveness (7 weeks)

• Distress Tolerance (8 weeks)

• Emotion Regulation (9 weeks)

The first presentation of each module (a total of 24 weeks duration) constitutes the skills acquisition phase of the program. On a first run-through of each skill it is hoped that you will learn the skill and practice it in at least one domain (eg: learn the skill of assertiveness and be able to apply it with a friend).

A second-run through of each module (a second 24 weeks) constitutes the skills generalization phase. In this phase it is hoped that you will be able to generalize skills learnt to all relevant domains. (eg: to be able to be appropriately assertive with your best friend, your Dad, your Mother-in-law, your child, your boss, your colleagues, your staff, your lecturer, tradespeople fixing things in your house, the person who just cut in front of you in the line).

The total duration of the program is 48-weeks. Whilst we ask clients for a 12-month personal commitment to the program, the financial commitment is per module (7, 8 or 9 weeks depending on the module to commence), and is paid in advance for that module.

Pre-Commitment

Prior to commencing the 48-week program, we will complete a thorough assessment to ensure that the program is likely to meet your needs. After the assessment we spend time fleshing out your goals for the program and orienting you to content and running of the program.

The most important aspect of pre-commitment is to ensure that you and your individual therapist are a good fit and can successfully work together for the year of therapy. The assessment and pre-commitment phase will generally run for about 5 sessions.

Total costs for the pre-commitment phase vary depending on the individual therapist and the timing of sessions but can be expected to range between a total of $1200 - $1700 for the approximately 5 sessions.

Program Cost in 2026

The total cost of the Comprehensive DBT Program in 2026, including 3.5 hours minimum of therapy per week, is $24,720. Payment for the course is taken per module in 6 installments across the year. The module fees and durations are as follows:

• Interpersonal Effectiveness (7 weeks): $3605

• Distress Tolerance (8 weeks): $4120

• Emotion Regulation (9 weeks): $4635

To assist with budgeting it may be helpful to know that this equates to a cost of $515 per week of therapy.

Module Start Dates in 2026

The modules are due to start on the following dates in 2026. Upon completion of the pre-commitment phase you are able to join the comprehensive group program at the beginning of the next module where there is space (usually within 1 - 8 weeks).

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