DBT Uk Blog Posts
Cope Ahead for Walking the Middle Path
Discover how adolescents in DBT prepare for the Walking the Middle Path module by creating a cope ahead plan before parents join the group. Learn why this step matters and how it supports a balanced and effective family experience.
The Role of Validation in DBT
Validation is a cornerstone of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), a powerful, evidence-based approach designed to support individuals struggling with intense emotions and interpersonal difficulties. Whether you're a clinician, client, or curious reader,...
When and How to Use Crisis Coaching in DBT
Not sure when or how to use crisis coaching in DBT? This blog explains how to recognise when to reach out and offers a simple guide to what to say when you do.
Ride the Wave: A DBT-A Skill for Emotional Resilience
Learn how the DBT-A skill “Ride the Emotional Wave” helps adolescents build emotional resilience by noticing, accepting, and moving through intense feelings without being overwhelmed.
New Online DBT Skills Group Starting This July
Join DBT-UK’s new online DBT skills group starting 29 July at 7pm. Learn practical skills for managing emotions, relationships, and stress in a supportive, therapist-led Zoom group.
How Hot Weather Impacts Sleep and Mental Health
Sleep is often one of the first things to suffer when life gets stressful – yet it’s one of the most important foundations for mental wellbeing. For those living with emotion dysregulation, disrupted or insufficient sleep can make it even harder to cope with daily...
The Cost-Effectiveness of DBT for Autistic Adults
New research shows DBT is a cost-effective and clinically effective treatment for autistic adults with suicidal thoughts, improving quality of life and reducing healthcare costs.
In-Person DBT Training in London: Deepen Your Therapeutic Skills This July
Join DBT-UK’s in-person DBT training in London this July. Over three days, gain practical skills to support clients with emotional dysregulation and personality difficulties.
DBT for Panic Attacks: Skills to Regain Control
Discover how DBT can help manage panic attacks with practical, evidence-based skills. Learn ways to regulate intense emotions and reduce distress quickly.
STOP! The DBT Skill to Stay Cool in the Summer Heat
Discover how the DBT STOP skill can help you pause, respond wisely, and manage overwhelming emotions this summer. Learn simple, seasonal strategies to put it into practice.