DBT & Me
171 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★ - 110 ratingsDialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) was created by a woman named Marsha Linehan in the 1980s. The skills she created are now taught all over the world. DBT can improve depression, anxiety, borderline personality disorder, and other mental health struggles. We are Kate and Michelle, two mental health therapists in Seattle, WA. We have been teaching DBT groups as a team for years. Whether you've never heard of DBT before or are experienced with DBT skills, this podcast is here to help you use DBT skills in your daily life.
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Time to Speak Up: Racism and Police Brutality in America
June 05, 2020 07:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MBOn May 25th, in Minneapolis, MN, a Black man named George Floyd was murdered by police. Since then, protests have been taking place all over the country to raise awareness about racism and police brutality that so clearly exist still in our nation. In this episode, we share our thoughts and reactions to these events. It's time to not be silent about this any longer. Thank you for giving it a listen. Support the Show. If you want to sign up for Kate's free DBT peer support group, you can...
TIP
June 03, 2020 07:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBKate and Michelle discuss the 4 components of TIP (Temperature, Intense Exercise, Paced Breathing, and Paired Muscle Relaxation). Support the Show. If you want to sign up for Kate's free DBT peer support group, you can sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dbt-discussion-group-tickets-518237601617 Check out our Etsy shop for DBT-inspired items and our journaling workbook (only $7.50!): https://www.etsy.com/shop/dbtandme Our book, "DBT for Everyone" is available! Order your copy on ...
Problem Solving
May 27, 2020 07:00 - 48 minutes - 33.1 MBAs we near the end of discussing Emotion Regulation skills, Kate and Michelle discuss problem solving, a skill with broad applicability to many situations that can help with reducing stressful situations in our lives. Support the Show. If you want to sign up for Kate's free DBT peer support group, you can sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dbt-discussion-group-tickets-518237601617 Check out our Etsy shop for DBT-inspired items and our journaling workbook (only $7.50!): https://ww...
Q & A Episode 3
May 25, 2020 07:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBKate and Michelle answer listener questions about using DBT skills in various contexts such as when a relationship is over, during virtual meetings, and after big life changes. Support the Show. If you want to sign up for Kate's free DBT peer support group, you can sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dbt-discussion-group-tickets-518237601617 Check out our Etsy shop for DBT-inspired items and our journaling workbook (only $7.50!): https://www.etsy.com/shop/dbtandme Our book, "DBT...
Opposite Action
May 20, 2020 07:00 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MBKate and Michelle discuss Opposite Action, a skill that helps with making wise mind decisions when you realize your emotions and/or their intensity don't fit the facts. Support the Show. If you want to sign up for Kate's free DBT peer support group, you can sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dbt-discussion-group-tickets-518237601617 Check out our Etsy shop for DBT-inspired items and our journaling workbook (only $7.50!): https://www.etsy.com/shop/dbtandme Our book, "DBT for Ever...
Check the Facts
May 13, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 51.1 MBWhile feelings give us valuable information, they also can lead us to make poor decisions sometimes. In this episode, Kate and Michelle walk you through how to check the facts to ensure you're making decisions from your wise mind instead of from your emotion mind. Support the Show. If you want to sign up for Kate's free DBT peer support group, you can sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dbt-discussion-group-tickets-518237601617 Check out our Etsy shop for DBT-inspired items and o...
ABC
May 06, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 41.5 MBIn this episode, Kate and Michelle discuss how to accumulate positive emotional experiences, build mastery and cope ahead with challenging situations. Support the Show. If you want to sign up for Kate's free DBT peer support group, you can sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dbt-discussion-group-tickets-518237601617 Check out our Etsy shop for DBT-inspired items and our journaling workbook (only $7.50!): https://www.etsy.com/shop/dbtandme Our book, "DBT for Everyone" is available...
Sleep Special
April 29, 2020 07:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MBBecause sleep can be a struggle for so many, Kate and Michelle devote an entire episode to discussing sleep hygiene, coping with nightmares, and apps that help with sleep. Support the Show. If you want to sign up for Kate's free DBT peer support group, you can sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dbt-discussion-group-tickets-518237601617 Check out our Etsy shop for DBT-inspired items and our journaling workbook (only $7.50!): https://www.etsy.com/shop/dbtandme Our book, "DBT for E...
PLEASE
April 22, 2020 07:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MBKate and Michelle begin talking about Emotion Regulation by discussing the PLEASE skill (Physical iLlness, Eating, Avoid mood-altering substances, Sleep, and Exercise). Support the Show. If you want to sign up for Kate's free DBT peer support group, you can sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dbt-discussion-group-tickets-518237601617 Check out our Etsy shop for DBT-inspired items and our journaling workbook (only $7.50!): https://www.etsy.com/shop/dbtandme Our book, "DBT for Eve...
Emotion Myths
April 15, 2020 07:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MBThere can be all sorts of messages we tell ourselves about our emotions that aren't actually true and don't serve us. Kate and Michelle review DBT's list of emotion myths and challenge each one with their own personal thoughts/experiences. Support the Show. If you want to sign up for Kate's free DBT peer support group, you can sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dbt-discussion-group-tickets-518237601617 Check out our Etsy shop for DBT-inspired items and our journaling workbook (on...
Emotions 101 - Part 2
April 08, 2020 07:00 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MBIn this second episode about emotions, Kate and Michelle discuss the reasons for why we have emotions and what makes it hard for us to regulate them. Support the Show. If you want to sign up for Kate's free DBT peer support group, you can sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dbt-discussion-group-tickets-518237601617 Check out our Etsy shop for DBT-inspired items and our journaling workbook (only $7.50!): https://www.etsy.com/shop/dbtandme Our book, "DBT for Everyone" is available...
Emotions 101 - Part 1
April 01, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MBIn this first episode about emotions, Kate and Michelle talk about what emotions are, the 5 core emotions, and some of the neuroscience behind how emotions work. Support the Show. If you want to sign up for Kate's free DBT peer support group, you can sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dbt-discussion-group-tickets-518237601617 Check out our Etsy shop for DBT-inspired items and our journaling workbook (only $7.50!): https://www.etsy.com/shop/dbtandme Our book, "DBT for Everyone" ...
Q & A Episode 2
March 30, 2020 07:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MBKate and Michelle answer listener questions about managing anger/irritability and fear/anxiety when a relationship changes. Support the Show. If you want to sign up for Kate's free DBT peer support group, you can sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dbt-discussion-group-tickets-518237601617 Check out our Etsy shop for DBT-inspired items and our journaling workbook (only $7.50!): https://www.etsy.com/shop/dbtandme Our book, "DBT for Everyone" is available! Order your copy on Amazo...
Coping with COVID-19
March 25, 2020 07:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBAs the world responds to the global outbreak of COVID-19, Kate and Michelle discuss their personal reactions to what is taking place while discussing various ways to help get through this time of uncertainty and change. Support the Show. If you want to sign up for Kate's free DBT peer support group, you can sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dbt-discussion-group-tickets-518237601617 Check out our Etsy shop for DBT-inspired items and our journaling workbook (only $7.50!): https:/...
More Mindfulness!
March 18, 2020 07:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBAs a way to summarize the mindfulness skills discussed in the previous two episodes, Kate and Michelle share their favorite ways to practice mindfulness and other mindfulness practice ideas. Support the Show. If you want to sign up for Kate's free DBT peer support group, you can sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dbt-discussion-group-tickets-518237601617 Check out our Etsy shop for DBT-inspired items and our journaling workbook (only $7.50!): https://www.etsy.com/shop/dbtandme O...
"How" Mindfulness Skills
March 11, 2020 07:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MBAs a follow-up to last week's episode, Kate and Michelle discuss the final three mindfulness skills related to "how" to practice mindfulness (non-judgmentally, one-mindfully, and effectively). Support the Show. If you want to sign up for Kate's free DBT peer support group, you can sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dbt-discussion-group-tickets-518237601617 Check out our Etsy shop for DBT-inspired items and our journaling workbook (only $7.50!): https://www.etsy.com/shop/dbtandm...
"What" Mindfulness Skills
March 04, 2020 08:00 - 50 minutes - 34.4 MBThis episode discusses what mindfulness is and the first three skills you can use to put it into practice (observe, describe, and participate). Kate and Michelle talk about their own personal experiences with mindfulness along the way. Support the Show. If you want to sign up for Kate's free DBT peer support group, you can sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dbt-discussion-group-tickets-518237601617 Check out our Etsy shop for DBT-inspired items and our journaling workbook (only ...
Q & A Episode 1
March 02, 2020 08:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBIt's the first Q&A episode! Kate and Michelle answer listener questions about wise mind, half-smile, and willing hands. Support the Show. If you want to sign up for Kate's free DBT peer support group, you can sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dbt-discussion-group-tickets-518237601617 Check out our Etsy shop for DBT-inspired items and our journaling workbook (only $7.50!): https://www.etsy.com/shop/dbtandme Our book, "DBT for Everyone" is available! Order your copy on Amazon he...
Half-Smile/Willing Hands
February 26, 2020 08:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBIn this episode, Kate and Michelle discuss two of the simplest (and most powerful) DBT skills: half-smile and willing hands. Both can help with getting into a wise mind place (as discussed in episode 2) and they can be part of a mindfulness practice. Support the Show. If you want to sign up for Kate's free DBT peer support group, you can sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dbt-discussion-group-tickets-518237601617 Check out our Etsy shop for DBT-inspired items and our journaling ...
Wise Mind
February 19, 2020 08:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBArguably one of the most important DBT skills, Wise Mind is all about finding balance between our emotional and reasonable selves to then make wise, well-thought-out decisions. In this episode, Kate and Michelle explain what wise mind is and ways to help you get in touch with your own wise mind. Support the Show. If you want to sign up for Kate's free DBT peer support group, you can sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dbt-discussion-group-tickets-518237601617 Check out our Etsy s...
Introduction to DBT
February 12, 2020 18:00 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MBIn this first episode, Kate and Michelle introduce themselves, discuss what DBT is and what you can expect from this podcast in the future. Support the Show. If you want to sign up for Kate's free DBT peer support group, you can sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dbt-discussion-group-tickets-518237601617 Check out our Etsy shop for DBT-inspired items and our journaling workbook (only $7.50!): https://www.etsy.com/shop/dbtandme Our book, "DBT for Everyone" is available! Order you...