Date & Location
Monday, July 21, 2025 – Friday, July 25, 2025
8:45am – 12:00pm
University of Prince Edward Island
550 University Ave, Charlottetown, PE C1A 4P3
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Dialectical Behaviour Therapy Intensive in Charlottetown, PEI: Effective Tools for Navigating Trauma & Attachment
Presented by Eboni Webb, Psy.D., HSP
Monday, July 21, 2025 – Friday, July 25, 2025 | Canada, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
Workshop Description
Super Earlybird ends on April 21, 2025
Join us for an immersive, transformative 5-day workshop in the heart of Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada, where breathtaking landscapes meet cutting-edge therapeutic practice. This workshop is your opportunity to deepen your understanding of trauma, attachment, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) while learning from Dr. Eboni Webb, PsyD, a leading expert in DBT and trauma-informed care. Whether you’re a mental health professional seeking advanced skills or someone passionate about understanding the dynamics of trauma and attachment, this course offers transformative learning in a peaceful and inspiring setting. Don’t miss your chance to expand your professional toolkit while enjoying the natural beauty and hospitality of Prince Edward Island.
This comprehensive course offers an in-depth understanding of how trauma affects the developing brain, the dynamics of attachment formation, and how trauma disrupts or distorts these processes. Through the lens of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), we will examine how DBT’s key concepts, such as ‘Mindfulness,’ ‘Distress Tolerance,’ ‘Emotion Regulation,’ and ‘Interpersonal Effectiveness,’ can be used to address attachment-related issues and complex trauma. These DBT skills are essential tools for helping clients develop healthier coping mechanisms and improve their relationships with themselves and others.
You will learn how DBT can effectively treat key DSM-V disorders through a trauma-informed perspective. Special emphasis will be placed on how DBT’s skills training and therapeutic strategies help clients regulate emotions, reduce self-destructive behaviors, and improve relational dynamics. The course will incorporate case studies and real-world examples, demonstrating how DBT can be integrated into clinical practice to treat complex trauma and attachment disorders.
By the end of this course, you will have advanced skills and knowledge to effectively apply DBT techniques to support clients of all ages, helping them heal from trauma and attachment wounds, and ultimately achieve greater emotional stability and healthier adult functioning. Charlottetown and Dr. Eboni Webb’s DBT workshop offer you the perfect blend of professional development and personal rejuvenation.
Why Charlottetown?
Charlottetown offers more than just a beautiful backdrop for professional development. Known for its rich history, stunning coastal landscapes, and laid-back charm, it’s the perfect place to reflect, recharge, and network with fellow clinicians. Whether you take a stroll through the vibrant downtown, relax by the waterfront, or indulge in fresh local seafood, you’ll find that the tranquility of PEI enhances your learning experience.
Why Attend?
- Expert Training: Dr. Eboni Webb, an internationally recognized trainer in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), will guide you through evidence-based techniques to support individuals struggling with trauma and attachment issues. With over a decade of clinical expertise, Dr. Webb’s engaging and accessible teaching style ensures that you’ll leave with practical, real-world tools.
- Stunning Location: Charlottetown, the charming capital of Prince Edward Island, offers the perfect backdrop for a reflective and enriching experience. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of coastal PEI, from its red sand beaches to the serene countryside, giving you the chance to unwind and focus during breaks.
- Hands-On Learning: This workshop is designed for professionals eager to enhance their therapeutic practices. Gain advanced knowledge in DBT skills training and apply them to real-world case studies involving trauma, emotional regulation, and relational dynamics. Walk away with tools to integrate DBT into your own work and help clients heal from complex trauma.
- Small Group Setting: Limited spots available ensure personalized attention, deep interaction with peers, and the opportunity to discuss specific challenges and cases. Build meaningful connections with like-minded professionals who share your passion for healing and growth.
- Explore Charlottetown: While you’re here, take advantage of your time in this historic city. Walk through the picturesque downtown, visit the birthplace of Canadian Confederation, enjoy the local culinary delights, and discover the rich history and culture of PEI.
New Discounted Rates.
- Super Early Bird Deadline:
- Early Bird Deadline:
- Student Rates: Our new, lower student rates available for full-time students
- Group Rates: Larger discounts for groups of 15 or more making group learning more accessible
Workshop Topics:
Agenda & Learning Objectives
8:45am – 12:00pm (3 hours per day, 15 minute break)
Monday
Neurological Foundations and Mindfulness
- Understanding the neurological underpinnings in DBT
- The role of neurotransmitters in connection and emotional regulation
- Cortisol vs. Oxytocin: Exploring the biological basis of emotional regulation in DBT
- Attachment within the DBT framework
Tuesday
Trauma, Attachment, and Interpersonal Effectiveness
- Examining developmental vs. attachment trauma through a DBT lens
- Addressing single-incident trauma with DBT techniques
- Impact of parenting styles on attachment formation
- Exploring attachment styles and their influence on interpersonal effectiveness
Wednesday
Trauma’s Impact on Brain Development and Emotion Regulation
- The biopsychosocial model of trauma and development
- Understanding emotional responses with the Biphasic Arousal Model in DBT
- Core organizers of experience and trauma processing within DBT
Thursday
DBT Skills in Addressing Trauma, Attachment, and Relational Dynamics
- Utilizing DBT skills as resources for coping with trauma
- Enhancing emotional regulation and distress tolerance in DBT
- Addressing relational dynamics and personality disorders in DBT
- DBT strategies for treating key DSM-V disorders (e.g., Borderline Personality Disorder, PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD)
Friday
Critical DBT Interventions for Trauma and Attachment
- DBT techniques for boundary-setting and proximity maintenance
- Effective communication through DBT prosody and tone
- Establishing a secure therapeutic base using DBT principles
- Creating a safe therapeutic space with DBT practices
- Using validation to foster connection and promote redirection
Learning Objectives
By the end of this 5-day workshop, participants will be able to:
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Understand Trauma and Attachment Neuroscience
- Explain how trauma affects brain development and emotional regulation, including the roles of cortisol and oxytocin in attachment and emotional responses.
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Apply DBT Skills for Trauma-Informed Care
- Use DBT skills (Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, Interpersonal Effectiveness) to address trauma and attachment-related challenges.
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Analyze Trauma’s Impact on Attachment and Relationships
- Differentiate between developmental and attachment trauma and how they affect interpersonal dynamics and emotional regulation.
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Integrate DBT in Treating Trauma and DSM-V Disorders
- Apply DBT strategies to treat trauma and disorders such as PTSD, Borderline Personality Disorder, Anxiety, and Depression.
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Understand Trauma’s Effect on Brain and Emotion Regulation
- Explore the biopsychosocial model of trauma and its impact on emotional dysregulation, using DBT techniques to manage arousal and trauma processing.
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Master Key DBT Interventions for Trauma and Attachment
- Use DBT for boundary-setting, establishing therapeutic trust, and creating a safe space for clients dealing with trauma.
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Enhance Trauma-Informed DBT Practice
- Gain hands-on experience using DBT strategies to support emotional regulation, trauma healing, and relational dynamics in clinical settings.
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Build Professional Connections in a Reflective Environment
- Network with peers, engage in case discussions, and reflect on professional growth in a tranquil, immersive setting.
These objectives equip participants with the practical tools and insights needed to integrate trauma-informed DBT into their clinical practice.
Continuing Education Credits
This workshop has been formally approved by the following associations:
- Canadian Psychological Association (CPA)
Jack Hirose & Associates is approved by the Canadian Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. Jack Hirose & Associates maintains responsibility for the program.
† The Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW) and the Newfoundland and Labrador Association of Social Workers (NLASW) accept CPA-approved CEUs.
* Participants will receive a certificate of completion after every workshop. Workshops are pre-approved for 5.5 or 6 credits per day unless otherwise specified.
Your Presenter(s)
Eboni Webb, PsyD, HSP, earned her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the Minnesota School of Professional Psychology (MSPP). She began her clinical work as assistant clinical director and program director at Mental Health Systems, PC (MHS), one of the largest providers of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in the United States. At MHS, Dr. Webb developed two specialized DBT treatment programs for clients with developmental disabilities and borderline-intellectual functioning. She is comprehensively certified in DBT (PESI/Evergreen Institute and Michael Maslar of Northwestern University), MBSR, and is an advanced certified practitioner in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy.
Dr. Webb is a highly rated international trainer in DBT and is a certified trainer of DBT through the Evergreen Certification Institute and PESI. Dr. Webb trains clinicians for continuing education through various companies that include PESI, Jack Hirose and Associates, and Lane Pederson and Associates.
In 2010 Dr. Webb opened the private practice Kairos in Middle Tennessee. Kairos, now The Village of Kairos, offers diverse DBT specializations including DBT for trauma-based disorders and co-occurring disorders. The Village of Kairos has expanded therapy programs, better known as Restorative Services, to include individual and group therapy sessions for adolescents, parents, families, and adults including pre-and post-adoption services and in-the-moment coaching for clients. The vision of The Village of Kairos is to help clients build a life worth living alongside a village of practitioners with lives worth sharing. Dr. Webb adamantly believes that it takes a village to restore a single life.
Testimonials
“Dr. Webb was an excellent presenter – very engaging, clear and informative in the information she shared. I enjoyed and appreciated the personal examples and client scenarios she applied to the DBT concepts. Great sense of humour as well!”
– Calgary, AB | November 22, 2019
“Honestly one of the best workshops I’ve ever attended. Dr. Webb is engaging, knowledgeable and communicates in a clear and entertaining way. This has changed how I conceptualize some of my clients and I look forward to incorporating these skills into my practice. I also forward to reading some of the resources to supplement my understanding. I would highly recommend this workshop to colleagues.”
– Saskatoon, SK | November 18 – 19, 2019
“Excellent material and best presentation I’ve attended in a long time. Will use in my practice daily!”
– Saskatoon, SK | November 18 – 19, 2019
“Excellent speaker and presentation style. Lots of clinically useful tools and tips. Provided relevant and memorable examples.”
– Oakville, ON | May 27 – 28, 2019
“Dr. Webb was excellent. She was knowledgeable and engaging. I thoroughly enjoyed her use of humour.”
– Oakville, ON | May 27 – 28, 2019
Who Should Attend
Clinical Professionals: All mental health professionals including, but not limited to Clinical Counsellors, Psychologists, Psychotherapists, Social Workers, Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Hospice and Palliative Care Workers, School Counsellors, Youth Workers, Mental Health Workers, Addiction Specialists, Marital & Family Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, Vocational Rehabilitation Consultants and all professionals looking to enhance their therapeutic skills.
Recommended Accommodation
Rodd Charlottetown Hotel
75 Kent Street, Charlottetown, PE
Our rates:
* Please check back at a later time as this information will be updated when corporate/group rates are secured.
When booking hotel rooms, ask for the Jack Hirose and Associates corporate rate. To receive our corporate rate, rooms must be booked one month prior to the workshop date. Please keep in mind hotel rates may fluctuate.
Registration & Fees
| Registration | Early bird Fee | Regular Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Individual Enrollment | $759.00 | $779.00 |
| Group 3-7 | $709.00 | $729.00 |
| Group 8-14 | $684.00 | $704.00 |
| Group 15+ | $659.00 | $679.00 |
| Full-Time Student | $659.00 | $679.00 |
All fees are per person and in Canadian Dollars ($CAD)
Fees do not include applicable taxes (15% HST).
Early bird cutoff date: June 21, 2025
To receive the early bird rate, registration and payment must be received by Saturday, June 21, 2025.
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