What is DBT
What does DBT stand for?
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
How many stages are in DBT treatment?
Four
What is the therapist's role in DBT?
Teach skills, coach, and problem-solve
What is a Life Worth Living goal?
A personal goal that makes effort worthwhile
Name one DBT skill.
There are so many....
What two things does DBT balance?
Acceptance and Change
What is Stage 1 focused on?
Getting control over dangerous behaviors
What is the client's role?
Show up, try skills, and be honest
Give one example of a Life Worth Living goal.
Graduating, reconnecting with family, feeling calmer
What is Wise Mind?
Blending feelings and facts
Name one skill taught in DBT.
Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, or Interpersonal Effectiveness
What is Stage 3 about?
Building a life worth living
Why are clear roles important?
They reduce confusion and improve teamwork
Why do goals matter in DBT?
They anchor treatment and boost motivation
Why practice Wise Mind daily?
To boost decision-making under stress
DBT is evidence-based for which issues?
Impulsivity, self-harm, emotional dysregulation
Why do stages matter?
They provide structure and hope
What is the purpose of skills group?
Learning and practicing skills
What does commitment mean in DBT?
Willingness to try even when it's tough
What does phone coaching help with?
Using skills before acting on an urge
What does 'dialectical' mean in DBT?
Two truths can exist at once
What comes after emotional pain work?
Finding deeper meaning
What does the consultation team do?
Supports therapist effectiveness
What are two strategies DBT uses to help clients strengthen commitment when they feel unsure?
Pros/cons list, smallest-first steps (other acceptable answers: devil’s advocate, linking to goals, revisiting past successes).
What is the purpose of a safety plan?
Guide coping during high distress