DBT Skills Training Handouts and Worksheets Second Edition

DBT Skills Training Handouts and Worksheets – Second Edition

By Marsha M. Linehan | Published by The Guilford Press

An essential clinical companion to the groundbreaking work of Marsha M. Linehan, the creator of Dialectical Behavior Therapy, this second edition provides the complete collection of ready-to-use handouts and worksheets that form the practical backbone of DBT skills training, making it an indispensable tool for clinicians, therapists, and their clients alike

Designed to be used alongside the DBT Skills Training Manual, this comprehensive resource brings the four core DBT skill modules to life in a clear, structured, and immediately usable format, empowering both practitioners and individuals to engage deeply with the skills that have transformed the lives of countless people around the world

What makes this edition stand out:

A complete and carefully organized collection of all DBT skills training handouts and worksheets covering the four core skill modules of mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness

Updated and expanded content reflecting the latest developments in DBT practice and the continued evolution of Linehan's evidence-based approach to skills training

Clearly written, client-friendly materials designed to be distributed directly in individual therapy sessions, group skills training, and clinical treatment programs across a wide range of settings

A practical, session-ready format that allows clinicians to seamlessly integrate structured skills practice into their therapeutic work without the need for additional preparation or adaptation

Broad clinical applicability across a wide range of presenting concerns and populations, making these materials valuable in diverse therapeutic contexts well beyond the original DBT framework

An invaluable resource for psychologists, social workers, counselors, psychiatrists, and any mental health professional committed to delivering evidence-based, skills-focused care

Whether used in a structured DBT program or integrated selectively into broader therapeutic practice, this second edition stands as an essential clinical resource for every practitioner dedicated to helping individuals build lives of greater balance, resilience, and wellbeing

Published by The Guilford Press — a leading publisher in mental health, education, and behavioral science