From ancient philosophy to modern psychology, the concept of dialectics has played a significant role in shaping how we perceive and engage with the world around us. In this article, I'll delve a little deeper into the concept of dialectics, exploring its origins, its application in therapies like DBT, and how it can enrich our… Continue reading Exploring Dialectics & the Dialectical Approach [With Examples]
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What Mental Illness Does DBT Treat?
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) is a powerful treatment approach that has gained recognition for its effectiveness in addressing a wide range of mental health challenges. Developed by Dr. Marsha Linehan in the late 1980s, DBT was initially created to treat individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). However, its success in treating BPD paved the way… Continue reading What Mental Illness Does DBT Treat?
Accessing Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) in the UK
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) is a highly effective approach for individuals struggling with emotional dysregulation and related challenges. However, accessing DBT within the UK's healthcare system can be complex, with options available through both the National Health Service (NHS) and private healthcare providers. In this article, I’ll delve into the process of accessing DBT in… Continue reading Accessing Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) in the UK
How To Build Emotional Regulation Skills Inspired By DBT
Emotions are an integral part of the human experience; valuable signals that convey important information about our inner world and experiences. From joy and excitement to sadness, shame, and anger, each emotion has its own unique purpose and function. For some of us, emotions might feel particularly intense, or "dysregulated". For us lucky folks, while it… Continue reading How To Build Emotional Regulation Skills Inspired By DBT
How To Learn Distress Tolerance in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy
Whether you're facing overwhelming emotions or confronting challenging situations, distress tolerance can empower you to choose less harmful coping strategies and proceed without making anything worse. DBT teaches us the tools and skills to learn and practice distress tolerance even when our emotions feel overwhelming. At the very start of my DBT journey, it was… Continue reading How To Learn Distress Tolerance in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy

