Dialectical Behavior Therapy in Private Practice

by 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 detailed 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 Includes a weblink to client worksheets and five skills-training slide shows

Genres: Psychology

312 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2005

Reviews

[Micaela Hardyman]

This was a helpful read in many ways; I especially appreciate the explanation of DBTs theories of pathogenesis and the emphasis on validation. Something I’ve always appreciated about third wave approaches is their understanding of behaviors as functional (even if they are ultimately ineffective) and their resultant understanding that even the most maladaptive behaviors have a payoff that we need to attend to. However, I’ve read better books on this, and I don’t know if I’m just burnt out or if it’s the book itself, but I STRUGGLED to maintain focus reading this. Feel like it could have been presented better or at least broken up into more digestible sections. That, and it’s a little dated at this point. So overall a decent read, but wouldn’t be at the top of my list for DBT recs.

[Judy Egnew Ness]

This is one of the most useful books currently in print for DBT clinicians. I especially appreciate how Marra shows the dialectical tensions often present in a number of mental health disorders. This is very helpful in teaching clients to think dialectically and balance contradictory or competing demands and urges.

[Justin]

only 200 pages and the first half is pretty introductory. not much how to

[stephanie]

not bad. but again, he's no linehan. he has some interesting points though, and he really directs the book toward the average practicing clinician. i think everyone should still have to go through training before they attempt DBT on their own, but if they aren't going to, then at least there is some resource out there for them.

[Sarah]

Wordy but very useful.

[Jacqueline Smith]

Practical and very informative, gives a lot of activities to do with clients.