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Mentalizing and Mentalization-Based Treatment with Adults (MBT Adult): An introduction

Explore mentalization skills for working with adults in this 6-hour self-guided training. This training is a prerequisite for MBT Basic Training and is ideal for professionals.

About this self-guided training

This online, self-guided training introduces participants to mentalizing and Mentalization-Based Treatment (MBT) for adults. It explores the theory of mentalizing, its relevance to work with adults and provides a strong foundation for developing skills in using a mentalizing approach.

The course includes 15 videos, each featuring a short lecture followed by discussion of frequently asked questions. At the end of the unit, you will complete multiple-choice questions on the material covered. A score of 70% or higher is required to complete the training.

This training is ideal for professionals working with adults who want to deepen their understanding of mentalizing and MBT. It is also a prerequisite for the MBT Basic Training and MBT Narcissism Training.

Topics covered

  • What is mentalizing?

  • What is effective mentalizing?

  • Ineffective mentalizing

  • The dimensions of mentalizing

  • Non-mentalizing modes

  • How does mentalizing develop?

  • Neurobiology of mentalizing

  • Mentalizing and Trauma

  • Borderline Personality Disorder

  • Antisocial Personality Disorder

  • Violence

  • Family Violence

  • Epistemic Trust

  • General Psychopathology

  • Summary

Aims of this training

  • increase knowledge and understanding of mentalizing

  • prepare participants for lectures and courses on MBT

  • highlight the relevance of mentalizing to individuals, families and groups

  • explore the role of mentalizing in psychopathology.

Who is this training for?

  • participants enrolled in MBT training courses 

  • professionals interested in the theoretical aspects of mentalizing and MBT.

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