The Baby Fold is hosting Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP) – Level One Training, led by nationally recognized trainer Dafna Lender, an international expert in attachment-based and trauma-informed treatment.
Training Details
• Dates: March 2–5, 2026; 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM daily
• Total Training Hours: 24
• Cost: $550 (includes training materials)
• Location: The Baby Fold's Center of Excellence, Bloomington
• Registration link:
https://thebabyfold.redpodium.com/dyadic-developmental-psychotherapy-ddp-level-one-training
This in-depth training offers a comprehensive introduction to DDP, an evidence-informed model developed by Dr. Daniel Hughes for working with children, adolescents, and families impacted by trauma, attachment disruptions, and complex developmental needs.
Who should participate:
• Training in DDP is relevant to all adults who work with, support or look after children who have experienced early-life trauma. This includes but is not limited to therapists, social workers, educationalists, adoptive and foster parents and residential caregivers. (Training is limited to 12 total participants.)
Participants will:
• Gain a foundational understanding of attachment theory and developmental trauma
• Learn the PACE model (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, Empathy) and how to apply it clinically
• Explore the impact of toxic shame and strategies for repair
• Develop practical tools for strengthening parent–child communication
• Understand Blocked Care and the role of parent-only sessions
• Learn how caregivers, foster parents, adoptive parents, and residential staff support healing
Completion of this training qualifies participants as Level One Trained in Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP).
🔗 Learn more about DDP Level One Training:
https://ddpnetwork.org/professionals/training/ddp-level-one-training/
🎥 New to DDP? Watch this brief overview to learn more:
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Registration will remain open until capacity is reached. Early registration is strongly encouraged due to limited seating.
If you have questions or would like additional details, please call (309) 557-1129 or email
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We look forward to welcoming you to this impactful training experience.
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