What happens when clients–and practitioners–get in the way of the therapy process? Therapy-interfering behavior (TIB) is a common concern. It can be intentional or unintentional, strategic or automatic, calculated or absent-minded, and sometimes it may come from the practitioner, or be mutually acted out with the client. This highly approachable book presents strategies using a dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) framework, and addresses a large variety of common therapeutic challenges -- including problems with attendance, homework compliance, passive or aggressive behavior, and avoidance. Supported by empirical discussion, case studies, and examples of therapeutic interactions, Managing Therapy-Interfering Behavior: Strategies from Dialectical Behavior Therapy also takes the bold step of addressing how therapists can address their own therapy-interfering behavior. Topics such as therapist burnout and what to do when clients appear to be pushing therapeutic limits are covered. The strategies presented apply to many types of patients, in many settings. With original research, detailed procedures, and concise syntheses of the large amount of research available, this book is a vital source for both seasoned DBT clinicians and those seeking to introduce elements of DBT in their clinical practice. With a foreword by Marsha M. Linehan.

Managing Therapy-Interfering Behavior: Strategies From Dialectical Behavior Therapy

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Alexander L. Chapman

M. Zachary Rosenthal

Psychology & Counseling

American Psychological Association

Behavioral Interventions in Cognitive Behavior Therapy

Richard F. Farmer

If you have an anxiety disorder or experience anxiety symptoms that interfere with your day-to-day life, you can benefit from learning four simple skills that therapists use with their clients. These easy-to-learn skills are at the heart of dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), a cutting-edge therapeutic approach that can help you better manage the panic attacks, worries, and fears that limit your life and keep you feeling stuck. This book will help you learn these four powerful skills: Mindfulness helps you connect with the present moment and notice passing thoughts and feelings without being ruled by them. Acceptance skills foster self-compassion and a nonjudgmental stance toward your emotions and worries. Interpersonal effectiveness skills help you assert your needs in order to build more fulfilling relationships with others. Emotion regulation skills help you manage anxiety and fear before they get out of control. In The Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills Workbook for Anxiety, you’ll learn how to use each of these skills to manage your anxiety, worry, and stress. By combining simple, straightforward instruction in the use of these skills with a variety of practical exercises, this workbook will help you overcome your anxiety and move forward in your life.

The Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills Workbook for Anxiety: Breaking Free from Worry, Panic, PTSD, and Other Anxiety Symptoms (A New Harbinger Self-Help Workbook)

Kim L. Gratz

Matthew T. Tull

New Harbinger Publications

Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills Workbook, Anxiety and Anger 3 Books Collection Set

Self-Help

Matthew McKAY

Anger Management

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