Main description:

This one stop resource is essential for professionals working with children ages 8-13 who struggle with intense emotions and dysregulation.

Full of fun and engaging ideas for utilizing Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) skills when working with children, it covers the four modules of DBT: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation and interpersonal effectiveness. Activities and worksheets help children ages 8-13 practise and use DBT skills in their daily lives

With explanations of key concepts, resources for further learning and proven DBT strategies to track progress, such as the inclusion of diary cards and a star reward system on worksheets, never be left without activity ideas in your practice again

Contents:

Acknowledgements
1. Introduction
2. Mindfulness
3. Distress Tolerance
4. Emotional Regulation
5. Interpersonal Effectiveness
Conclusion
Handouts and Worksheets
References
Resources for further learning