Choosing the Pace That Works for You

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The program can be completed as a 12-week block. Please note that groups will generally not run during school holidays, and there may occasionally be a one-week break between modules where needed. Depending on demand, the Substance Use module may also be offered during these breaks.

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Alternatively, you may choose to complete the program at a slower pace. For example, you could complete one or two four-week modules, take a break, and return at a later date — potentially in the following calendar year — to complete the remaining module(s). Slowing the pace can give you more time to practise, consolidate and integrate the skills into everyday life.

For people experiencing significant difficulties with self-harm, suicidal behaviours, severe emotion dysregulation or other high-risk behaviours, completing the modules with minimal gaps may be preferable so that skills and support can be built more consistently.

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There is no single pace that is right for everyone. Whether you choose to complete the program consecutively or spread the modules over a longer period, the most important factor is continuing to practise and use the skills between sessions and after the program finishes. Regular practice is what helps turn DBT skills into skills you can draw on when you need them most.

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COSTS

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Group Program: 

• All 12 sessions paid in advance $2750. Medicare rebate of approximately $41 may be available for 10 sessions  per calendar year. (This is in addition to the 10 individual sessions). 

• A block of 4 sessions paid at the commencement of each 4 week module block $990. Again Medicare rebates may be available. 

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Individual Sessions:​

• Individual therapy sessions provided through UMeUs Therapy are $220 per session.

• If you have a valid Mental Health Treatment Plan and GP referral, you may be eligible for a Medicare rebate of approximately $87 per session, for up to 10 individual mental health treatment sessions per calendar year.

• Please note that the 10-session limit applies across eligible mental health professionals. If you are already using Medicare-rebated sessions with another therapist, these sessions will count towards your annual allocation of 10 sessions.

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• Substance Use module. There are specific skills in DBT for people who struggle with substance use. This will be an optional extra one week module. The cost for this module will be $220 for 2 hours, again with medicare rebates possibly available within the 10 per year limit. 

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• Eating Issues module. There are specific skills in DBT for people who struggle with emotional eating. Details of this module is coming. 

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