DBT 2 ? Skills Practice & Case Studies

DBT 2 – Putting it All Together Through Skills Practice (2HR)

$32.00

Categories: Evidence-Based Practices, General Skill Building, Online Course Tag: Stripe only

Description

A continuation of discussion from DBT 1 as we dive into more skills & technique practice activities such as DEAR MAN, STOP, and others

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

Apply DBT’s treatment target hierarchy to clinical case formulation
Demonstrate practical use of core DBT skills in crisis and non-crisis situations
Conduct behavior chain analyses to assess and interrupt problematic patterns
Integrate emotion regulation and interpersonal effectiveness tools into therapeutic sessions

This online webinar will provide 2-hours of Evidence-Based Therapy (EBT) training

Course Instructor: Stacy Blankenship, LCSW

Recording Date: 12/03/2024

Course Format

Course Format: Recorded Live Webinar with downloadable presentation slides and/or handouts, evaluation, and a required quiz. The learner is required to pass with a 70% or higher to achieve the CE certificate of completion. The learner is able to reset the test until a satisfactory score is achieved.

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Syllabus

DBT 2 – Putting it All Together Through Skills Practice (2 HR) Syllabus

I. DBT Treatment Targets Hierarchy

Address life-threatening behaviors such as suicidal and violent thoughts
Identify and reduce therapy-interfering behaviors by client and therapist
Target severe quality-of-life-interfering behaviors
Build and reinforce skill development to address deficits

II. STOP Skills with TIPs

STOP: Stop, Take a step back, Observe, Proceed mindfully
TIPs: Temperature change, Intense exercise, Paced breathing
Use in crisis moments to reduce emotional reactivity and regain control

III. Behavior Chain Analysis

Identify triggers and consequences of problematic behaviors
Increase insight into patterns maintaining emotional dysregulation
Interrupt cycles through skillful replacement behaviors

IV. Emotion Regulation: PLEASE Skills

PL: Treat physical illness
E: Balanced eating
A: Avoid mood-altering substances
S: Sleep hygiene
E: Regular exercise
Connect physical health to emotional stability and well-being

V. Circle of Control Exercise

Teach clients to differentiate between what they can and cannot control
Reduce anxiety by focusing energy on manageable factors
Enhance emotional regulation through empowerment

VI. Pros and Cons Skill

Aid clients in evaluating options and making difficult decisions
Help reduce impulsive behaviors by weighing short- and long-term outcomes
Encourage clarity and self-reflection

VII. Radical Acceptance

Teach acceptance of painful realities to reduce suffering
Guide clients through writing acceptance letters
Promote movement from resistance to adaptive action

VIII. DEAR MAN Interpersonal Effectiveness Skill

D: Describe the situation
E: Express feelings
A: Assert needs
R: Reinforce the request
M: Be mindful
A: Appear confident
N: Negotiate
Use for setting boundaries and advocating for oneself without conflict

IX. Case Studies for Skill Application

Jackson & Toni: Addressing paranoia and relational stress
Joan & Marie: Postpartum depression and identity regret
Sarah: Self-injury, substance use, and emotional dysregulation
Practice applying skills based on case needs and treatment goals

X. Summary and Integration

DBT is structured around acceptance and change
Each skill is a tool to reduce vulnerability and improve functioning
Effective use of DBT builds a life worth living through emotional, behavioral, and interpersonal growth