DBT DBT Skills Training and Coaching

Question 1

What are the four skill modules taught in standard DBT skills training?

Accepted Answer

Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotional Regulation, Interpersonal Effectiveness

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CBT, ACT, Exposure, Relaxation

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Grounding, Coping, Communication, Problem-Solving

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Awareness, Acceptance, Action, Adaptation

Question 2

In DBT skills training, what is the role of 'homework'?

Accepted Answer

It is used to practice skills in real-world settings between sessions

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It is optional and only assigned to motivated clients

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It is primarily used for assessment purposes

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It replaces individual therapy for lower-severity clients

Question 3

What is 'behavioral rehearsal' in DBT skills coaching?

Accepted Answer

Practicing a skill or behavior during the session to prepare for real-life use

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Reviewing past behaviors to identify patterns

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Observing another person model a skill

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Writing about intended future behaviors in a diary

Question 4

Which DBT skill involves identifying and labeling emotions without judgment?

Accepted Answer

Observe and describe emotions

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Opposite action

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Check the facts

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Problem solving

Question 5

In DBT phone coaching, what are clients instructed to do BEFORE calling in crisis?

Accepted Answer

Try at least one DBT skill

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Call 911 first

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Call a family member

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Take prescribed medication

Question 6

What is the purpose of the DBT diary card?

Accepted Answer

To track daily emotions, urges, behaviors, and skill use for review in individual therapy

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To document session notes for the therapist

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To record medication side effects

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To schedule appointments and homework