DBT for ADHD & Autism: Master Emotional Regulation & Social
DBT for neurodivergent adults: Learn practical skills to manage emotions, build healthy relationships, and improve daily life.
Course Content
DBT for ADHD & Autism: Master Emotional Regulation & Social is a beginner-level Udemy course taught by Melanie Du Preez. It runs 1h 34m, is taught in English, and includes a certificate of completion. Learners rate it 4.6 out of 5 from 14 reviews, with 1,521 students enrolled. It is a paid course, last updated September 2025.
Are You Neurodivergent and Feeling Overwhelmed?
If you identify as an adult with ADHD, autism, or both (AUDHD), you've likely encountered challenges like:
- Emotional meltdowns or shutdowns: Difficulty managing intense emotions.
- Sensory overload: Feeling overwhelmed by everyday sensory input.
- Executive dysfunction: Struggles with planning, organization, and task completion.
- Rejection sensitivity or social misunderstandings: Difficulty interpreting social cues and managing rejection.
Traditional advice often doesn't resonate because neurodivergent brains operate differently. This course is specifically designed for you.
What You’ll Learn:
- Customized DBT Skills: Learn to apply core Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills tailored for ADHD and autistic brains.
- Emotional Regulation Strategies: Discover emotional regulation techniques adapted for the unique sensitivities and impulsivity often experienced with AUDHD.
- Sensory Overload Management: Develop practical strategies to manage and reduce sensory overload in daily environments.
- Executive Functioning Support: Learn to overcome executive dysfunction with targeted techniques.
- Sustainable Routines: Create routines that actually work with your neurodivergent mind.
- Self-Advocacy & Social Skills: Communicate your needs effectively through self-advocacy and utilize social scripts for smoother interactions.
- Personalized DBT Toolkit: Build your own customized DBT toolkit for ongoing support.
- Resilience & Confidence: Develop resilience and boost confidence in social settings and daily life.
Course Features:
- Role Play Exercises: Practice real-world application of skills.
- Downloadable Visual Guides: Benefit from visual learning aids designed for neurodivergent needs.
- Executive Functioning Hacks: Discover executive functioning hacks using DBT principles.
- Practical Skills: Gain practical skills for work, relationships, and daily challenges.
- Lifetime Access: Access the course on mobile and TV.
- Certificate of Completion: Receive a certificate upon completion.
Why This Course Is Different:
Unlike generic DBT programs, this course:
- Built by & for Neurodivergent Individuals: Created with firsthand understanding of the challenges faced by ADHD, autism, and AUDHD.
- Focuses on AUDHD: Specifically addresses the intersection of ADHD and autism.
- Real-Life Scenarios: Uses relatable scenarios and simplified language.
- Visual & Adaptive: Incorporates visuals, pacing, and exercises tailored for different processing styles.
Who Should Take This Course?
- Adults with ADHD, autism, or both (AUDHD)
- Individuals struggling with emotional dysregulation, sensory overload, or rejection sensitivity.
- Neurodivergent individuals seeking concrete tools to improve focus, relationships, and self-esteem.
- Family members or supporters wanting to better understand DBT in a neurodivergent context.
Course Rating: 4.8 / 5
“This course helped me finally manage sensory overload and emotional spirals. It’s the first time something actually felt like it was made for my brain.” — Verified Student
Updated: July 2025 | Instructor: Dr. Melanie Du Preez
With over 25 years of clinical experience, Dr. Du Preez is a renowned psychologist and neurodivergent mental health advocate. She specializes in empowering individuals to build emotional resilience using evidence-based techniques.
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