Diploma Requirements

LSBP Diploma in Biodynamic Body Psychotherapy is recognized by the UKCP. To be eligible for an LSBP Diploma students are required are required to complete the training programme and the following requirments:

• To have at least 40 hours of personal therapy each year of their training from an LSBP-approved psychotherapist

• To attend the full workshop programme and fulfil essay requirements

• To complete 200 hours of psychotherapy practice, including at least 80 hours with one client and 50 hours with another under the requisite supervision

• To complete a psychiatric placement of at least 20 days

• To write a 9,000-10,000 word case-study of a client with whom they have worked for at least one year (45 sessions minimum) relating this work to biodynamic theory

• To 4,000 word paper on their own personal and professional development

• Candidate must satisfy a small panel of assessors that their work is of the required standard of professional competence, maturity and ethical care.