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My go-to approach for helping people in dialectical behavior therapy is educating them on the many different coping skills and how they can be used with so many different diagnoses. There are basic skills such as relaxation techniques and distraction techniques; however, TIPs, STOP, and learning to use pros and cons are useful. Learning how to incorporate mindfulness into one's daily regimen is very helpful. When working with someone who experiences depression, teaching about opposite reaction, fortune telling, catastrophizing, and practicing self-validation are all helpful. I usually provide a link to a specific DBT Workbook that includes handouts to cover during sessions and then worksheets for the client to use as homework.
I teach the following tools in dialectical behavior therapy:
I know a client is making meaningful progress in dialectical behavior therapy when they are able to recognize which coping skills to use and the skills become second nature. The client will also be able to identify and use mindfulness skills to evaluate themselves and their behaviors.
Clients can supplement their time in dialectical behavior therapy by working on the homework presented to them, which helps them to better understand the process. The client will use journaling and “The Ultimate List of Emotions” to help them identify their genuine emotions, feelings, and thoughts.
To prepare for their first dialectical behavior therapy session, an individual can practice being open-minded and nonjudgmental. I prefer that my clients stay far away from Google when learning about new techniques. The client should understand the importance of dedicating themselves to therapy, making sure they are present for the sessions, and doing the homework that is assigned to them.
At Thriveworks, Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) primarily concentrates on assisting individuals in emotion regulation, enhancing interpersonal relationships, and acquiring effective coping strategies for managing stress and emotional difficulties.
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) targets your personal challenges. You may work with your DBT therapist to maintain diary cards to monitor progress, emphasizing validation and support in the therapeutic relationship. DBT follows a stage-based approach, prioritizing crisis reduction initially and life satisfaction.
DBT was initially developed to address the needs of individuals with borderline personality disorder (BPD). However, its versatile approach has enabled its application to a wide range of mental health conditions, including but not limited to, anxiety, depression, stress, and anger issues.
The 4 pillars of DBT are mindfulness, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance.
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) have distinct purposes and aren’t inherently superior or inferior to one another. DBT is most effective for managing emotional regulation, personality disorders, and interpersonal challenges, while EMDR is specifically tailored for individuals with trauma-related conditions like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) with therapists at Thriveworks in Toms River, NJ is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The duration of a standard DBT program is typically around 24 weeks, which is roughly six months. The actual number of sessions will vary depending on the issues you wish to address.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
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