Mentalization-Based Treatment for Adolescence (MBT-A) UK

About this course

In this course people will be able to get an overview of MBT-A; an understanding of the specific complexities about working with adolescents; an understanding of the development of mentalization and the relevance of it in relationships and in the maintenance of a self esteem, affect regulation and impulse control.  The course will also touch on issues such as working with self harm, working with trauma and family work.

Who is this course suitable for?

All professionals working in the field of adolescent mental health.

Aims of course

• Understand why adolescence is a critical period
• Understand mentalization
• Develop an understanding of the model of MBT-A as well as the application of it is self harm, trauma and with families