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Dialectical Behavior Therapy in Private Practice
Dialectical Behavior Therapy in Private Practice Author:Thomas Marra More Than a Treatment Strategy-A Whole New Direction in Psychotherapy More than just a new behavioral treatment approach, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) marks a whole new theoretical orientation to the practice of clinical psychology-a rethinking of the causes, descriptions, and treatments of acute mental disorders. This volume offers a de... more »tailed explication of DBT in theory and practice. Designed to teach professionals how to use this method in a private-practice setting to treat a range of disorders, this book includes a clear and concise presentation of: * DBT and its orientation within the larger context of psychotherapy * Research-based evidence for the effectiveness of DBT in clinical practice * Emotional sensitivity as the single most important factor causing mental health disorders * Dialectic conflict and its role in sustaining mental disorders * The DBT coping skill set * meaning-making, mindfulness, * emotion regulation * distress tolerance * and strategic behavior skills * Practical applications of DBT to a number of acute mental disorders * The breakdown of DBT treatment steps for the private practice setting The book also includes a CD-ROM containing easily reproducible client worksheets and PowerPoint presentations to lead psychoeducational sessions with clients-all formatted to work on both Macintosh and Windows platforms.« less