DvT PDX Training Institute (In Person)

 

DvT PDX is a training institute in one of the silliest methods of drama therapy. Developmental Transformations is a highly potent, deeply impactful method which can be used in a multitude of therapeutic and healing settings. Based in rigorous theoretical principles, philosophy, and movement practices, DvT utilizes one’s entire body and mind to inspire change and healing.

 

Developmental Transformations (DvT) is a playful, embodied method that increases spontaneity and creativity, mindfulness, and one's ability to relate with others. DvT is based on the principle that all life is unstable. Instead of trying to create a false impression of stability, we practice embracing the instability of being. DvT can be used for both therapeutic and life practice purposes. Read more about Developmental Transformations here.

 

Your training faculty, Rebecca Davis and Steph Bayne, are both highly experienced trauma therapists who at some point have specialized in working with system-affective youth and their families.

 

Institute Requirements:

The Institute will be held every other month in person.  Saturday mornings are be open to the public and are a chance to practice group and individual play and connect to a playful community.  Saturday afternoons and Friday evenings offer skills practice, lecture and discussion, and advanced practice for those in pursuing DvT training with the eventual goal of becoming a practitioner and institute graduate. 

 

Alternate months we play as a community group, with an opportunity to debrief.

Group supervision and theory discussion take place for 3 hours on the 1st Wednesday of each month and is included in the cost of training.

 

Upon completion of the Level One training, students will be eligible to begin Level Two training, and work towards full certification in Developmental Transformations.  Level One typically takes students 1.5 years to complete. All Levels are proficiency-based.

 

Level One requirements include:

-Attendance at the equivalent of at least 8 training weekends

-passing the Level One test

-completing two papers on individual and group DvT practice

-demonstrated proficiency in group and individual DvT

-conducting a minimum of twenty sessions each of individual and group DvT (can be done in a variety of settings)

-DvT supervision of individual and group work**

*cost of supervision is not included in Level One training cost*

 

Students considering Level One are highly encouraged to attend Saturday morning playdates to meet us and get acquainted with DvT practice.

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2025-26 Play/Training Dates

 

September 26 + 27, 2025**                                 January 23 + 24, 2026**                       May 15 + 16, 2026**

Friday 7:00p-9:00p                                                Friday 7:00p-9:00p                               Friday 7:00p-9:00p

Saturday 9:00a-5:30p                                            Saturday 9:00a-5:30p                           Saturday 9:00a-5:30p

 

October 11, 2025                                                  February 21, 2026                                June 6, 2026

Saturday 9:00a-12:30p                                          Saturday 9:00a-12:30p                        Saturday 9:00a-12:00p

                                                                                                                  

 

November 14 + 15, 2025**                                  March 20 + 21, 2026**                            

Friday 7:00p-9:00p                                                Friday 7:00p-9:00p

Saturday 9:00a-5:30p                                            Saturday 9:00a-5:30p   

  

December 6, 2025                                                April 18, 2026

Saturday 9:00a-12:30p                                          Saturday 9:00a-12:30p

 

 

Group Supervision Dates:

TBD       

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**Stars indicate a payment weekend

Total Yearly Cost: $1750

Payment accepted incrementally

$350 due every other training month across 10 months

Deposit of $350 due at registration (cost of the first month)

Be aware- the cost of training is required whether or not you attend each weekend

Your acceptance into the training is your financial commitment to the institute

(This expectation is maintained across professional training programs)

 

Please reach out to the faculty if finances are a barrier.

Reparations model, BIPOC Discount available upon request

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CEUs Potentially Available through NASW Oregon

***In process

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Safety Precautions

DvT is an embodied, highly physical method that involves touch and at times, close proximity to others.  It is of the utmost importance to us that we are able to practice safely and responsibly.  At this time we are requiring participants for in-person training be vaccinated against COVID-19.  Masks may be required as well, depending on current public health guidelines.