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Introduction to Mentalization-Based Treatment: A Manual for the Engagement Phase

This manual was developed by The PARC to support clinicians delivering the engagement phase of Mentalization-Based Treatment (MBT), adapted for the Indian context from the Anna Freud (UK) MBT Introduction Manual and Leaflets.

It’s designed to be a practical companion — something practitioners can use alongside formal training, supervision, and clinical judgement, not in place of them.

Who is this for?

This manual is intended for mental health professionals with some grounding in MBT — whether through The PARC, Anna Freud (UK), or another recognised training program — as well as those engaged in research related to MBT. If you’re currently practising MBT, planning to begin, or working in a related research capacity, we’d love for you to have this resource.

An evolving resource

We’re still refining this manual based on feedback from the clinicians using it. That’s part of why we ask a few questions before granting access. Your responses help us understand how the manual is being used, what’s working, and what needs to change in future versions. We may also reach out later for a short follow-up survey or to hear more about your experience.

Cost

A nominal contribution of ₹425 (+ GST) is requested to support the administration and continued development of this resource.

How it works

Fill out the form below with a few details about your background, training, and how you plan to use the manual. Once submitted, you’ll be able to complete payment and receive access.

If you have any questions, write to us at info@theparc.in.

Registration Form

    Section 1: Personal & Professional Information


    Section 2: MBT Training Background



    Section 3: Eligibility



    Section 4: Intended Use


    Section 5: Collaboration & Follow-up

    As this is an evolving resource, we hope to learn from clinicians using it.




    Section 6: Research Consent

    The PARC is interested in understanding how the manual is used in practice and how it can continue to be improved. The information collected through this form and future follow-up surveys may be used for:

    • Service evaluation

    • Quality improvement

    • Educational purposes

    • Research and publications

    Any reporting or publication will use anonymised data unless separate consent is sought. You will be discouraged from using any client related confidential information in your responses.


    Section 7: Terms of Use

    This manual is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International (CC BY-NC 4.0) License. By accessing this manual, I understand and agree that:

    Section 8: Payment

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