Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP) Events

Throughout the year we host a number of training events and post-training support events for professionals. We also deliver bespoke training for organizations.

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    DDP Training

    Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy is an intervention model developed by Dan Hughes, Clinical Psychologist, USA.

    DDP assists therapists and other professionals to understand and effectively support children, young people, and their families. In this model, theory and research in the areas of developmental trauma, attachment theory, intersubjectivity, and child development are integrated to produce a therapeutic approach used for relationship development and trauma resolution. DDP recognizes the vital role which adoptive parents, foster carers, and residential workers play as primary attachment figures in the recovery of traumatized, attachment-resistant children.

    The principles of DDP and interventions are presented through formal presentations, discussion, videotape of sessions, role-play, and handouts.

    More about DDP Training
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    Who is it for?

    The training is relevant and open to therapists and practitioners who have experience in working with children and young people with trauma-attachment problems and their foster, adoptive or birth families.

    Please note that while Level One and Two are open access for professionals working with children and families, there are specific requirements that need to be fulfilled for those who plan to go on to apply for certification as a Practitioner in DDP.

    What is required before starting the Practicum?
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Current DPP Training

  • DDP Level 2

    Date:

    12/11/2024 - 15/11/2024

    Time:

    9:15 am - 4:15 pm

    Venue:

    CIYMS, 91 Circular Road, Belfast.

    Trainer:

    Sarah Kildea

    Cost:

    £840 plus VAT
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  • DDP Level 1

    Date:

    21/10/2025 - 24/10/2025

    Time:

    9:30 am - 4:30 pm

    Venue:

    CIYMS, 91 Circular Road, Belfast.

    Trainer:

    Joy Gamble

    Cost:

    £840 plus VAT
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  • DDP Level 2

    Date:

    21/10/2025 - 24/10/2025

    Time:

    9:30 am - 4:30 pm

    Venue:

    CIYMS, 91 Circular Road, Belfast.

    Trainer:

    Sarah Kidea

    Cost:

    £840 plus VAT
    Book your place