DBT Skills Training Handouts and Worksheets, Second Edition, (Spiral-Bound Paperback)

Found this book extremely helpful during therapy..would recommend

This spiral-bound edition of DBT Skills Training Handouts and Worksheets has been a game-changer for both professionals and anyone practicing DBT on their own. The structure is incredibly user-friendly, with each skill set broken down into understandable parts, and the worksheets provide practical ways to apply what you’re learning. It's the kind of book that makes you feel like progress is possible, one small step at a time. I love the spiral binding, seriously, why aren’t more workbooks made like this? No more trying to hold down pages with my elbow while I fill in a worksheet. The spiral design makes it easy to flip open and lie flat, which is super helpful when you're knee-deep in trying to master mindfulness or radical acceptance. The handouts are easy to understand, and Marsha Linehan’s approach comes through with just the right mix of warmth and clarity. Plus, there’s a surprising amount of variety, no endless repetition of the same old concepts, but fresh, engaging exercises that actually make you want to pick up a pen and start scribbling. I’m pretty sure I even smiled a few times working through them, which is saying a lot for a therapy workbook. If you’re into DBT, this is an absolute must-have. Whether you're using it for yourself or your clients, it’s full of practical insights that can help you stay on track without feeling overwhelmed. Just a word of advice: have a good pen handy, because you’ll be using it a lot!

I bought this because it is the handouts and worksheets we are using in the DBT course I am taking, I wanted to have the book for referance and to work on at home as well as ensuring I have the complete collection of work sheets. So far the work I've been able to do with this and the help of a clinical psychologist to ensure that I'm working on them skillfully & safely has been invaluable. The skills I've been working on have already had a profoundly positive effect in my daily life, reduced my risk behaviours significantly, and helped me to understand an awful lot about myself. I have eupd, an eating disorder, OCD - DBT training was prescribed to me for a year course with professionals, I wouldn't recommend this as a self help book, the work is very intense and emotionally difficult, but if you are working with a professional who can help guide you in this, I believe it is an unparalleled resource for tools and skills that everyone could benefit from. It has also changed my opinion on how effective mindfulness can be, as I once had judgement about who mindfulness was for now I understand that it is more about being aware of yourself, how things effect you and how having an awareness of yourself in this way can help you to prepare for things that may be difficult, as well as helping you have far more control over our behaviour and emotions than I thought was possible. Can't recommend this enough, but if you are to work on this please ensure that you have someone helping you who understands the language and intention, preferable someone trained to teach DBT skills.

I don’t usually post reviews but I wanted to respond to a reviewer who says ״But it's a just a full copy of her all her courses handouts and those used fir complete treatment programme of DBT .״ I want to say - What on Earth do you mean by ׳just’?! A complete set of every single hand out and work sheet is just an amazing resource! So generous and such great value. I’m a Human Givens therapist and haven’t been able to help my daughter enough up to now. By going through these with my daughter using one of the 24 week schedules outlined, it’s going amazingly well. Honestly it sounds unbelievable but after just two sessions, there’s a real difference already. I can’t praise this enough. It’s overwhelming I agree but that’s because it is complete. I׳d say it’s well worth spending the time to get to grips with it. I think it’s more for therapists though than for self help unless it’s used as work sheets to accompany a course.

Bought this to help me along my DBT therapy. It’s the exact same book my psychologist uses. The information and worksheets are explained really well, and the skills taught are invaluable for every day life regardless of your mental health status.

Currently in group DBT and this book is an essential part of it. I like that I can write in it and gives useful examples/ideas that you can use for the skills. Only thing is, it's quite big and clunky and takes up a lot of room on my desk. Would be good if it could come a bit smaller!

Brilliant easy to follow

This is designed for clients to use when attending a DBT skills group; as such, it's wonderful. I strongly recommend my clients to buy a paper copy rather than the ebook. I don't think it would be easy to use without the guidance of a therapist; other books are available for that.

Excellent

This is a great book for training. Used it in training staff on DBT skills group.

As someone who has been in therapy for a while, I found the DBT Skills Training Handouts and Worksheets to be an extremely valuable tool in my journey toward better emotional regulation and coping strategies. It’s been a game changer for helping me apply the skills I’ve learned in therapy to real-life situations. Pros: ✅ Easy to Understand: The handouts break down the DBT skills into simple, digestible steps, which makes learning complex techniques much easier for me to follow. ✅ Practical and Actionable: The worksheets aren’t just theoretical—they actually give me practical exercises to work through on my own. It’s made a huge difference in my ability to manage distressing emotions and situations. ✅ Focus on Self-Reflection: I love how many of the exercises encourage me to reflect on my thoughts and behaviors, helping me gain insight into my emotional triggers and how to deal with them more effectively. ✅ Organized and Structured: The material is laid out in a clear, structured way, so I never feel lost or overwhelmed by the information. I can go at my own pace and revisit skills whenever I need to. ✅ Support for Everyday Life: The worksheets have helped me apply DBT skills to everyday challenges, from stress at work to personal relationships. It feels like I have a toolbox to pull from when things get tough. Cons: 🔹 Requires Commitment: While the handouts are great, they do require consistent effort on my part to fully engage with them. It’s not a quick fix, but I’ve seen great results when I stick with it. Final Verdict: I highly recommend the DBT Skills Training Handouts and Worksheets to anyone who’s working on improving their emotional health and coping skills. It’s been such a helpful resource for me as a therapy client. The material is easy to follow, practical to apply, and most importantly, it’s helped me make real progress. Definitely worth using in therapy! 🌟

The book handout is easy to use and exactly what I expected in regards of informations. Thanks a lot for offering this to buy.

excelente libro, requieres entrenamiento en DBT