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IBCT Training Roadmap
IBCT
Integrative Behavioral Couple Therapy (IBCT) is an effective and scientifically validated method designed to help couples overcome conflict and improve their relationships. This approach combines the principles of behavioral therapy with a focus on emotional intimacy and acceptance, allowing for deep and comprehensive work with both emotional and behavioral aspects of relationships.
Integrative Behavioral Couple Therapy (IBCT) is an effective and scientifically validated method designed to help couples overcome conflict and improve their relationships. This approach combines the principles of behavioral therapy with a focus on emotional intimacy and acceptance, allowing for deep and comprehensive work with both emotional and behavioral aspects of relationships.
Principles and Theoretical Foundation
IBCT is grounded in evidence-based behavioral therapy, aimed at changing behavior and perception while strengthening the emotional bond between partners. The method includes the following key components:
● Behavior and Perception Change
IBCT pays special attention to how partners perceive each other’s behavior. The goal is for couples to learn how to work through their differences and find new ways to respond to conflict.
●Emotional Intimacy and Acceptance
IBCT fosters an atmosphere of acceptance and support, helping partners deepen their emotional connection and understand how their behaviors influence their relationship dynamics.
IBCT pays special attention to how partners perceive each other’s behavior. The goal is for couples to learn how to work through their differences and find new ways to respond to conflict.
●Emotional Intimacy and Acceptance
IBCT fosters an atmosphere of acceptance and support, helping partners deepen their emotional connection and understand how their behaviors influence their relationship dynamics.
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Stage A. IBCT Fundamentals
(Didactic Course + Testing)
12-hour video course
Final knowledge test
12-hour video course
Final knowledge test
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Stage B. IBCT Skills Training
4-day intensive (3 hours each day)
Practical skills development
Practical skills development
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Stage C. IBCT Clinical Practice & Supervision
(Live work with couples under supervision)
Groups of 4-5 therapists
Duration — approximately 6 months
Video recording: minimum of 20 couple therapy sessions (with at least two different couples)
Submission of two cases for evaluation
Groups of 4-5 therapists
Duration — approximately 6 months
Video recording: minimum of 20 couple therapy sessions (with at least two different couples)
Submission of two cases for evaluation
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Program Completion
After successfully completing all three stages, participants receive an official certificate of completion for the IBCT training program.
The public list of IBCT-trained therapists is available on the official IBCT website in the section on IBCT Therapists: www.IBCT.org.
The public list of IBCT-trained therapists is available on the official IBCT website in the section on IBCT Therapists: www.IBCT.org.
Scientific Support and International Recognition
The method was developed by Andrew Christensen, PhD, and colleagues with grant support from the U.S. National Institute of Mental Health.
IBCT is officially recognized as an evidence-based treatment and is included in the list of recommended therapeutic methods by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)—the largest mental health system in the country.
The method was developed by Andrew Christensen, PhD, and colleagues with grant support from the U.S. National Institute of Mental Health.
IBCT is officially recognized as an evidence-based treatment and is included in the list of recommended therapeutic methods by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)—the largest mental health system in the country.
Who the Course Is For:
- Practicing therapists working with couples
- Specialists seeking certification in IBCT
- Educators and supervisors
- Graduate students in couples and family therapy
- Psychotherapists dealing with conflict, emotional detachment, infidelity, and sexual problems in couples
Benefits of the IBCT Approach
- Empathy and Acceptance
Unlike more directive approaches, IBCT emphasizes acceptance of differences and the creation of a safe space for emotional dialogue.
- Flexibility and IndividualizationThe method can be tailored to each couple’s specific needs and is effective in addressing a wide range of difficulties.
- Backed by ResearchNumerous clinical trials have shown sustained improvements in relationships among couples who undergo IBCT.