Dialectical Behavior Therapy

How can Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) help you manage emotions and build healthier relationships? This book provides a comprehensive guide to DBT, an evidence-based therapy that teaches valuable skills for managing emotions, tolerating distress, improving relationships, and increasing mindfulness. The book breaks down the four core DBT skills—mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness—and explains how they can be applied to daily life to enhance emotional well-being. Each chapter includes exercises and real-life examples, showing how DBT can help individuals with mental health struggles, such as borderline personality disorder, anxiety, and depression, as well as anyone looking to improve their emotional and relational health. Whether you're new to DBT or seeking to refine your skills, this book provides practical tools to help you navigate the challenges of life with emotional resilience.