DBT Explained
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DBT Explained

An Introduction to Essential Dialectical Behavior Therapy Concepts, Practices, and Skills

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eBook - ePub

DBT Explained

An Introduction to Essential Dialectical Behavior Therapy Concepts, Practices, and Skills

About this book

"A valuable resource. . . . Bray uses her years of clinical experience to make the DBT concepts easy to follow and put into practice." —Liz Corpstein, LMFT

Understand the basics of dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)

DBT can help you regulate your emotions and build a life that aligns with your values and goals. This book offers an accessible introduction to the core concepts and practices of DBT, breaking it down into smaller, easier-to-grasp components that make it more manageable to learn and incorporate into your life.

What sets this DBT manual apart:

  • DBT fundamentals—Explore what DBT is and how it can support healthier emotional management, helping you let go of destructive behaviors and create new, productive behaviors.
  • Four key skills—Learn the four essential DBT skills—mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness—and get practical strategies and tips for practicing them.
  • DBT in action—Bring DBT to life through relatable anecdotes and realistic examples that help illustrate the more difficult concepts and skills.

Discover the power of DBT and start improving your emotional regulation skills today.

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Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Title Page
  3. Copyright
  4. Dedication
  5. Contents
  6. Introduction
  7. How to Use This Book
  8. CHAPTER 1: Where DBT Came From
  9. CHAPTER 2: How DBT Works
  10. CHAPTER 3: Why Understanding Your Emotions Is Important
  11. CHAPTER 4: Understanding How Mindfulness Works
  12. CHAPTER 5: Understanding How Distress Tolerance Works
  13. CHAPTER 6: Understanding How Emotion Regulation Works
  14. CHAPTER 7: Understanding How Interpersonal Effectiveness Works
  15. CHAPTER 8: Putting DBT into Practice
  16. Looking Forward
  17. Glossary
  18. Resources
  19. References
  20. Acknowledgments
  21. About the Author