The Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills Workbook: Practical DBT Exercises for Learning Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, Emotion Regulation, ... (A New Harbinger Self-Help Workbook) Paperback – Illustrated, October 1, 2019

"The Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills Workbook" offers a comprehensive and accessible approach to DBT, making it an essential resource for anyone looking to enhance their emotional well-being. The workbook is filled with practical exercises that focus on key DBT skills such as mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, and emotion regulation. Each section is clear and well-structured, allowing readers to easily work through the material at their own pace. Whether you're new to DBT or looking to refresh your skills, this workbook provides valuable tools for managing difficult emotions and improving relationships. Highly recommend for those seeking practical self-help strategies!

Okay, she didn’t make me buy it but she sent me a link for it one day and I purchased it on the spot. I’ve been in therapy for like 6 years and BPD & CPTSD still make my life hard all the time. However, I agree that this book is an excellent resource. It was written by obviously very educated and experienced professionals who lay everything out in a non-judgmental and productive way that is comprehensive and easy to apply as a daily practice. There are sections with journal spaces and a lot of examples. I think calling this a “self help” book isn't quite accurate, I’d say it’s more of a scientific resource that provides anyone who has access to it proven techniques that teach the reader invaluable skills to deal with severely distressful situations, or just life in general. If you are tired of your self destructive behavior messing up your future, you really ought to consider practicing DBT in some form. When you actually apply the techniques, and trust me it’s hard, you eventually find yourself having more valuable experiences and feeling more relaxed. I think this is an especially good resource for anyone who cannot afford to get mental health care from a professional and might not even have an official diagnosis, as you literally can not hurt anything at all by doing dialectical behavioral therapy and these skills are applicable to a huge array of situations and people. Many of the things I learned in therapy are taught in a cohesive manner in this book. Not to say this can replace therapy, if you can get professional help, you should do it. But if you can’t, this could very well take you extremely far, IF you stick to it like an exercise routine. You have to do it every day. Self care like this is hard, but we can do it. Be kind to yourself today, and good luck!

I was raised by Boomers. (No offense to Boomers. You just didn't know what you didn't know). Self-soothing was not observed and not learned. I spent a very large chunk of my life without the tools to just not react to perceived injustices. This book lays out in plain English ways to rewire your brain to calm down when you get upset. It gives you real tools and real ideas to work as a team with your partner. It allows you to review and replace old patterns that were harmful. It also teaches you not only what boundaries are, but how to apply them in practical ways. I have slept so much better and have had more peace in my life now that I am able to refocus my overactive brain. As it turns out, you don't have to let the "worst case" scenario's play in your head. You can refocus and allow your body to relax even when things are very stressful. I am not kidding when I say this is a must-read. I really wish this was a mandatory high school class for everyone. It would quite literally change the whole world.

I’ve been to several DBT courses and have used this book every time. Right now I’m on a self-guided DBT journey. This book really helps explain DBT and emotions in a thoughtful way. There’s also examples and exercises that follow each module, which are all super helpful and beneficial. If you’re working on DBT and are looking for further guidance, I highly recommend this book. One of the interpersonal effectiveness skills even saved my relationship with my mother. I know reading through some of these chapters, it might seem silly to do some of the exercises. Trust me and do them. It has done wonders in my life and I only wish the same for others on this journey. (: