Dr. Daniel Hughes
2 Sessions
Plenary Session:
Foundations of DDP
Afternoon Concurrent Session:
Clinical Applications
(detailed information below)
Join us for an extraordinary learning opportunity featuring Dr. Daniel Hughes, a pioneering clinical psychologist who has revolutionized therapeutic approaches for children with complex trauma and attachment challenges. This event offers an exploration of Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP) through an immersive two-part experience.
PLENARY: Dyadic Development Psychotherapy
About the Session
Join us for an illuminating plenary session featuring renowned clinical psychologist Dr. Daniel Hughes, the founder of Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP). This presentation will provide a deep dive into the innovative therapeutic approach that has revolutionized the treatment of children with complex trauma that impacts attachment and development of healthy relationships in children and young people.
Session Highlights
Development of the Modality
Dr. Hughes will trace the evolution of DDP, sharing insights into its theoretical foundations rooted in attachment theory. Attendees will gain a thorough understanding of how DDP emerged as a response to the unique challenges faced by children who have experienced abuse, neglect, and multiple placements.
Practical Tools and Clinical Applications
The session will introduce concrete tools central to DDP, including the PACE model (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, and Empathy). Dr. Hughes will demonstrate how these principles can be applied in clinical settings to create a safe, accepting environment that fosters healing and secure attachment.
Real-World Impact: Case Studies and Stories
Drawing from his extensive clinical experience, Dr. Hughes will present compelling case examples that illustrate the transformative power of DDP. These real-life stories will showcase how the therapy has helped children and families overcome significant emotional and behavioral challenges, providing attendees with a tangible sense of DDP’s effectiveness.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of the field’s most influential figures and gain valuable insights into a treatment approach that has changed the lives of countless children and families[5]. This plenary session promises to be an enriching experience for mental health professionals, social workers, and anyone interested in attachment-focused therapy.
Afternoon Concurrent Session:
MASTER CLASS: A Deep Dive into Attachment-Focused Therapy
About the Session
The afternoon’s 90-minute session will provide a deeper, more specialized exploration of Attachment-Focused Family Therapy. Specifically designed for BCACC registrants, this session will offer concrete tools, case examples, and advanced clinical strategies for implementing DDP in various therapeutic settings.
Key Learning Opportunities
Understanding the theoretical foundations of DDP
Exploring practical intervention strategies and their application in your setting?
Examining real-world case studies
integration and application of various tools into your clinical environment.
About Dr. Daniel Hughes
Dan Hughes, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist who founded and developed Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP), the treatment of children who have experienced abuse and neglect and demonstrate ongoing problems related to attachment and trauma. This treatment occurs in a family setting and the treatment model has expanded to become a general model of family treatment. He has conducted seminars, workshops, and spoken at conferences throughout the US, Europe, Canada, and Australia for the past 20 years. He is also engaged in extensive training and supervision in the certification of therapists in his treatment model, along with ongoing consultation to various agencies and professionals. He is past-president of DDPI, a training Institute which is responsible for the certification of professionals in DDP. Information about DDPI can be found on ddpnetwork.org Dan resides in Damariscotta, Maine.
Dan is the author of many books and articles. These include Building the Bonds of Attachment (2012) and, with Jon Baylin, Brain-Based Parenting (2012) and The Neurobiology of Attachment-Focused Therapy (2016). More recently he wrote Healing Relational Trauma with attachment focused interventions (2019) with Kim Golding and Julie Hudson, and Healing Relational Trauma Workbook, 2024, with Kim Golding.
Dan can be contacted at: [email protected]