• February 29, 2024
  • 7 minutes Read
DBT Skills: DEARMAN

One of the key skills taught in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is DEARMAN, an acronym that stands for Describe, Express, Assert, Reinforce, Mindful, Appear confident, and Negotiate. This skill is designed to help individuals communicate effectively and assertively, improving interpersonal relationships and…

  • February 12, 2024
  • 4 minutes Read
DBT Skills: The TIPP Exercise

The TIPP exercise is a skill from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) designed to help individuals manage extreme emotional distress and regain emotional equilibrium quickly. It stands for Temperature, Intense exercise, Paced breathing, and Paired muscle relaxation. For someone with BPD, using TIPP…

  • January 29, 2024
  • 8 minutes Read
DBT Skills: Radical Acceptance

One of the critical challenges people with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) face is issues with distress tolerance, which is the capacity to withstand emotional discomfort and stressful situations without resorting to maladaptive coping mechanisms. Distress tolerance is a crucial component of emotional…

  • January 26, 2024
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DBT Skills: Opposite Action

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) stands as a comprehensive Cognitive Behavioral Treatment (CBT), initially developed by Dr. Marsha M. Linehan in the late 1980s. It was designed to aid people with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). However, it is also used to treat other…

  • January 24, 2024
  • 6 minutes Read
DBT Skills: Walking The Middle Path

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) specifically designed to help people who struggle with emotional regulation, such as those with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). DBT focuses on teaching patients techniques to cope with distress, regulate emotions,…