Clinical Psychologist | Psychotherapist
ISTDP Core Training: enquiries welcome for future cohorts —
ISTDP Core Training: enquiries welcome for future cohorts
A three-year training in Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy
A three-year training in Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy
Four modules per year, over three years. Hybrid online and face-to-face on the Gold Coast. Cohort-based, intentionally small.
Four modules per year, over three years. Hybrid online and face-to-face on the Gold Coast. Cohort-based, intentionally small.
CURRENT INTAKE
ISTDP Core Training
Current cohort commenced August 2026
Three-year hybrid program — Gold Coast and online
Future cohorts
Enquiries welcome
CURRENT INTAKE
ISTDP Core Training
Current cohort commenced August 2026
Three-year hybrid program — Gold Coast and online
Future cohorts
Enquiries welcome
CURRENT INTAKE
ISTDP Core Training
Current cohort commenced August 2026
Three-year hybrid program — Gold Coast and online
Future cohorts
Enquiries welcome
What the training covers
This is a comprehensive three-year training programme in ISTDP delivered across four modules per year. It is designed for clinicians who want to develop a deep, evidence-based competency in psychodynamic short-term therapy.
Curriculum spans ISTDP theory and practice, psychodiagnosis, anxiety regulation, defence identification, and video-based case review. Each year combines four two-day training modules with group supervision and Clinical Integration sessions. Participants enrol in Year One, with progression into Years Two and Three by mutual agreement.
Who this training is for
Registered psychologists, psychiatrists, psychotherapists, social workers, mental health nurses, occupational therapists, and other experienced mental health clinicians in active clinical practice.
What the training covers
This is a comprehensive three-year training programme in ISTDP delivered across four modules per year. It is designed for clinicians who want to develop a deep, evidence-based competency in psychodynamic short-term therapy.
Curriculum spans ISTDP theory and practice, psychodiagnosis, anxiety regulation, defence identification, and video-based case review. Each year combines four two-day training modules with group supervision and Clinical Integration sessions. Participants enrol in Year One, with progression into Years Two and Three by mutual agreement.
Who this training is for
Registered psychologists, psychiatrists, psychotherapists, social workers, mental health nurses, occupational therapists, and other experienced mental health clinicians in active clinical practice.
How the training is structured
The three-year Core Training is designed to build ISTDP knowledge and clinical skills progressively, with time between teaching modules to practise, reflect and integrate learning into your clinical work.
Each training year includes:
Training modules
Four two-day training modules combining theory, clinical teaching, video-based learning and practical skills development.
Group supervision
Group supervision throughout the year, with increasing use of participants’ own clinical material as skills develop.
Clinical Integration
Clinical Integration sessions in smaller groups between modules, providing additional opportunities to consolidate learning, discuss clinical challenges and practise emerging skills.
Independent learning
Independent learning and clinical practice supported by recommended readings and resources.
Training is delivered through a hybrid format, combining online learning with selected face-to-face modules in Robina on the Gold Coast.
Cohorts are intentionally kept small to support active participation, individual feedback and a collaborative learning environment.
How the training is structured
The three-year Core Training is designed to build ISTDP knowledge and clinical skills progressively, with time between teaching modules to practise, reflect and integrate learning into your clinical work.
Each training year includes:
Training modules
Four two-day training modules combining theory, clinical teaching, video-based learning and practical skills development.
Group supervision
Group supervision throughout the year, with increasing use of participants’ own clinical material as skills develop.
Clinical Integration
Clinical Integration sessions in smaller groups between modules, providing additional opportunities to consolidate learning, discuss clinical challenges and practise emerging skills.
Independent learning
Independent learning and clinical practice supported by recommended readings and resources.
Training is delivered through a hybrid format, combining online learning with selected face-to-face modules in Robina on the Gold Coast.
Cohorts are intentionally kept small to support active participation, individual feedback and a collaborative learning environment.
Dr Sarah Walker
Clinical Psychologist | Psychotherapist |
IEDTA Accredited Therapist and Teacher
Sarah leads the ISTDP Hybrid Core Training Program, drawing on more than 20 years of clinical practice. She completed her ISTDP Core Training with Dr Stephen Arthey and subsequently undertook advanced training with Dr Patricia Coughlin. She has also received ongoing individual and small-group supervision and mentorship from Dr Allan Abbass.
Sarah is currently completing ISTDP teacher training with Jon Frederickson, due for completion in May 2027. She has published and presented internationally in the field of ISTDP and teaches and supervises mental health professionals in psychotherapy.
Her teaching style is active, supportive and clinically focused, with an emphasis on translating theory into practical therapeutic skills. Cohorts are intentionally kept small to allow meaningful supervision, skills development and attention to each clinician’s learning.
Download the Year One program guide
The full ISTDP Hybrid Core Training guide — Year One structure, modules, supervision, fees, and how to apply.
We’ll only use your email to send the guide and occasional training updates. You can unsubscribe at any time.
Dr Sarah Walker
Clinical Psychologist | Psychotherapist |
IEDTA Accredited Therapist and Teacher
Sarah leads the ISTDP Hybrid Core Training Program, drawing on more than 20 years of clinical practice. She completed her ISTDP Core Training with Dr Stephen Arthey and subsequently undertook advanced training with Dr Patricia Coughlin. She has also received ongoing individual and small-group supervision and mentorship from Dr Allan Abbass.
Sarah is currently completing ISTDP teacher training with Jon Frederickson, due for completion in May 2027. She has published and presented internationally in the field of ISTDP and teaches and supervises mental health professionals in psychotherapy.
Her teaching style is active, supportive and clinically focused, with an emphasis on translating theory into practical therapeutic skills. Cohorts are intentionally kept small to allow meaningful supervision, skills development and attention to each clinician’s learning.
Download the Year One program guide
The full ISTDP Hybrid Core Training guide — Year One structure, modules, supervision, fees, and how to apply.
We’ll only use your email to send the guide and occasional training updates. You can unsubscribe at any time.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need prior training in ISTDP?
What is the format of the training?
Will I need to present video recordings?
How do I apply?
Frequently asked questions
Do I need prior training in ISTDP?
What is the format of the training?
Will I need to present video recordings?
How do I apply?
Dr Sarah Walker
Clinical Psychologist | Psychotherapist
Clinical Psychologist, Psychodynamic Psychotherapist.
AHPRA Licence number: PSY0000966143
Robina, Gold Coast · Online
contact@drsarah-walker.com · 07 5575 8855
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