Supporting adolescents who engage in high-risk behaviors requires a therapeutic approach that is structured, compassionate, and clinically rigorous. Teen DBT in Practice provides therapists with a clear, step-by-step framework for delivering Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to young people with consistency and confidence. Emphasising structure, flexibility, and fidelity, the book offers practical guidance for addressing self-harm and suicidal behaviors in young people.
Written by a Linehan board-certified DBT clinician, this guide integrates individual therapy, skills training, caregiver involvement, and phone coaching into a unified, adolescent-specific model. It includes ready-to-use tools such as guidance on diary cards, session outlines, treatment hierarchies, commitment strategies, and creative, teen-friendly interventions designed for real-world clinical settings.
Grounded in extensive clinical practice, Teen DBT in Practice supports immediate implementation while prioritising progress tracking, family collaboration, and therapist sustainability, making it an essential resource for clinicians delivering ethical, effective DBT with high-risk teens.
Written by a Linehan board-certified DBT clinician, this guide integrates individual therapy, skills training, caregiver involvement, and phone coaching into a unified, adolescent-specific model. It includes ready-to-use tools such as guidance on diary cards, session outlines, treatment hierarchies, commitment strategies, and creative, teen-friendly interventions designed for real-world clinical settings.
Grounded in extensive clinical practice, Teen DBT in Practice supports immediate implementation while prioritising progress tracking, family collaboration, and therapist sustainability, making it an essential resource for clinicians delivering ethical, effective DBT with high-risk teens.
Reviews
Teen DBT in Practice by Katie May is an essential resource for anyone working with teens navigating the complexities of mental health. It offers a comprehensive roadmap filled with practical tools and strategies that empower both teens and caregivers to build resilience and foster real change. The emphasis on understanding the underlying patterns of behavior, alongside innovative techniques like diary cards and structured DBT sessions, transforms therapeutic practices into powerful, skill-building interventions. A must-read for professionals dedicated to guiding young people from crisis to a life filled with purpose and hope!
Katie May has a remarkable gift for translating complex clinical ideas into guidance that feels clear, practical, and immediately applicable. By prioritizing the needs of teens, parents, and therapists alike, she makes DBT skills both accessible and sustainable in real-world settings. Her lived experience on multiple sides of the couch brings a rare authenticity to this book, making it an invaluable resource for anyone working with teens.