Who is the DvT Training For?
Clinicians & Healers
Social workers, counselors, clinicians, psychotherapists, healers, and somatic practitioners.
Creatives & Artists
Creatives, actors, improvisers, and clowns looking to explore the depth of play.
Creative Arts Therapists
Art therapists, dance therapists, and drama therapists seeking to expand their toolkit.
Personal & Professional Growth
Anyone looking to infuse more embodiment and playfulness into their healing work with clients, or for professional and personal growth.
What do we focus on in the training?
Learn to lead individual & group DvT sessions with nuance and depth.
Embody your own aliveness, playfulness & creativity as a therapist and healer.
Learn somatic and trauma-centered approaches to DvT.
Level 1 Certification
Below are the clinical requirements for Level 1 Certification, designed to ensure comprehensive mastery of Developmental Transformations foundations.
In-Person Training Requirements
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Attend a minimum of 8 full DvT training weekends out of 10.
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Demonstrate ability to successfully run DvT groups and individual DvT sessions.
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Begin personal DvT training-therapy.
Practice Hours
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Complete 20 hours of individual DvT sessions.
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Complete 20 hours of group DvT sessions.
Tests & Papers
- Pass the Level 1 DvT Theory test.
- Complete an 8-page Level 1 paper explaining techniques and interventions used from 1 individual DvT session and 1 DvT group session that you have run.
After Completion
After successful completion of these requirements, you can practice DvT under supervision of a DvT practitioner.
Level 2 Certification
Deepen your embodiment of Developmental Transformations through advanced clinical application and trauma-informed methodologies.
In-Person Training Requirements – 2 Years
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Attend a minimum of 16 full DvT training weekends out of 20.
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Demonstrate ability to supervise and teach DvT effectively.
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Maintain a body-centered practice of your choosing.
Practice Hours
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60 hours of personal DvT training therapy.
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60 hours of DvT group sessions.
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60 hours of DvT individual sessions.
Written & Ethics Requirements
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Write a 20-page paper about a theoretical aspect of DvT.
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Write a 20-page personal paper about your own DvT therapy.
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Pass the DvT Ethics Test.
After Completion
After successful completion, you will be a certified DvT Practitioner and can supervise DvT trainees and teach DvT.
Dates, Location & Training Costs
Dates
- Oct 3–4
- Nov 21–22
- Dec 12–13
- Jan 9–10
- Feb 6–7
- Feb 20–21
- Mar 6–7
- Apr 10–11
- May 8–9
- Jun 5–6
Cost
- Full Amount – $3250
- Half Amount – $1625 (Due in Sep & Feb)
- Monthly Amount – $325
Costs will be lowered by $25 per month if we have more 10 students.
Students must pay for the full year even if you miss a training weekend!
Location
Berkeley Finnish Hall
1970 Chestnut Street,
Berkelely, CA, 94702
8 min walk from North Berkley BART Station.
Resources
- Texts, Articles & Journals
OUTDATED BUT STILL RELEVANT
Text for Practitioners 2!
This text book is a free access download. You can learn about DvT theory, and techniques in this text. Feel free to share it with anyone who is interested in learning about DvT.
You will need a Password!
Text for Practitioners 3!
This text book is shaped like a labyrinth and is available online. You will need your password though!
COMPREHENSIVE RESOURCE LIST
DvT Bibliography
Access a complete list of essential readings, books, and articles covering the theoretical and clinical foundations of Developmental Transformations.
If you want to get Nerdy!
DvT Journal - Chest for Broken Toys
This journal has a collection on readings that describe the process and experience of DvT.