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DBT Skills Guidebook for Teens: Transform Stress and Emotional Chaos into Control and Connection A Teen’s Guide to Thriving through Mindfulness, Regulation, ... and Mental Health Books For Teens 4)
📣📣📣 Parents, Teachers & Therapists
Are We Failing Our Teens on Emotional Regulation?Every day, teens are drowning in stress, anger, anxiety, and emotional chaos—while parents and professionals hope “they’ll figure it out.” Ignoring it won’t fix it. The truth? Without proper guidance, we risk raising a generation defined by broken relationships, impulsive choices, and lost potential.
This book pulls no punches—it exposes the painful most teens never learn the skills to manage emotions, and parents and professionals often feel helpless. But it doesn’t have to be this way. With the right tools, teens can transform emotional chaos into control, build resilience, and thrive socially and mentally.
NEW AND IMPROVED 2nd Edition 🌟 WHAT’S INSIDE THE NEW 2ND EDITION? 🌟✔ Packed with 70 NEW graphics to make emotional concepts clear and engaging
✔ Loaded with dozens of fresh activities teens will actually want to do
✔ Enhanced with powerful tools for parents and professionals to break through resistance
✔ Focused on turning stress and emotional chaos into fuel for growth, lasting resilience, and healthy coping
And because knowledge without practice changes nothing—we’re including a FREE Bonus Workbook to help teens apply DBT skills step by step in real life.
This isn’t just another self-help book. This is a lifeline.
🤲 FOR 🌟 Stop saying “I don’t know how to help my teen”—finally guide them with tools that work.
🌟 End the cycle of yelling, guilt, and helplessness—replace it with calm, proven DBT strategies.
🌟 Protect your teen from destructive coping behaviors before it’s too late.
📚 FOR 🌟 Access ready-to-use DBT exercises and group activities that make classrooms interactive and meaningful.
🌟 Break through resistance with tools that connect directly to teens’ real-life struggles.
🌟 Equip students with emotional regulation, mindfulness, and relationship skills that last.
🩺 FOR 🌟 Use practical DBT activities and discussion tools to strengthen individual or group sessions.
🌟 Facilitate reflection and growth in stress management, anger, and emotional balance.
🌟 Guide teens in mastering mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, and self-regulation.
🌟 Emotions are either the storm that destroys your teen’s future—or the strength that builds it.
Which one will you choose?
📚 Scroll up and grab the new, improved 2nd edition today. Don’t wait—give your teen (and yourself) the DBT skills to thrive emotionally, socially, and mentally.
Are We Failing Our Teens on Emotional Regulation?Every day, teens are drowning in stress, anger, anxiety, and emotional chaos—while parents and professionals hope “they’ll figure it out.” Ignoring it won’t fix it. The truth? Without proper guidance, we risk raising a generation defined by broken relationships, impulsive choices, and lost potential.
This book pulls no punches—it exposes the painful most teens never learn the skills to manage emotions, and parents and professionals often feel helpless. But it doesn’t have to be this way. With the right tools, teens can transform emotional chaos into control, build resilience, and thrive socially and mentally.
NEW AND IMPROVED 2nd Edition 🌟 WHAT’S INSIDE THE NEW 2ND EDITION? 🌟✔ Packed with 70 NEW graphics to make emotional concepts clear and engaging
✔ Loaded with dozens of fresh activities teens will actually want to do
✔ Enhanced with powerful tools for parents and professionals to break through resistance
✔ Focused on turning stress and emotional chaos into fuel for growth, lasting resilience, and healthy coping
And because knowledge without practice changes nothing—we’re including a FREE Bonus Workbook to help teens apply DBT skills step by step in real life.
This isn’t just another self-help book. This is a lifeline.
🤲 FOR 🌟 Stop saying “I don’t know how to help my teen”—finally guide them with tools that work.
🌟 End the cycle of yelling, guilt, and helplessness—replace it with calm, proven DBT strategies.
🌟 Protect your teen from destructive coping behaviors before it’s too late.
📚 FOR 🌟 Access ready-to-use DBT exercises and group activities that make classrooms interactive and meaningful.
🌟 Break through resistance with tools that connect directly to teens’ real-life struggles.
🌟 Equip students with emotional regulation, mindfulness, and relationship skills that last.
🩺 FOR 🌟 Use practical DBT activities and discussion tools to strengthen individual or group sessions.
🌟 Facilitate reflection and growth in stress management, anger, and emotional balance.
🌟 Guide teens in mastering mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, and self-regulation.
🌟 Emotions are either the storm that destroys your teen’s future—or the strength that builds it.
Which one will you choose?
📚 Scroll up and grab the new, improved 2nd edition today. Don’t wait—give your teen (and yourself) the DBT skills to thrive emotionally, socially, and mentally.
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Published August 30, 2024
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September 11, 2024
Will help teens find peace of mind
This book really explains DBT and how it can help teenagers who are struggling emotionally and stressed out. This is a common theme in most teenagers lives today. The world isn’t easy. Teens will get a great look at how to master their relationships, overcome trauma, build the life they want, and sustain their growth. And they will, of course, learn so much about themselves from reading this book. Like the book says, if you know a teenager with any issues at all, definitely recommend this book to them.
This book really explains DBT and how it can help teenagers who are struggling emotionally and stressed out. This is a common theme in most teenagers lives today. The world isn’t easy. Teens will get a great look at how to master their relationships, overcome trauma, build the life they want, and sustain their growth. And they will, of course, learn so much about themselves from reading this book. Like the book says, if you know a teenager with any issues at all, definitely recommend this book to them.
October 11, 2024
The resources available for personal growth and development on a cognitive and emotional level during this time period are truly remarkable. Looking back, I can't help but wish I had access to books like this one during my teenage years.
My teenage years were far from great. I understand that I'm not alone in experiencing struggles during that stage of life, but for me, it felt like an unending struggle. As time has passed, my perception of those years hasn't improved. They were just downright difficult. As I read this book and learn about its methods for living a more tranquil life, understanding and labeling emotions, controlling impulsiveness, building healthier relationships, and knowing and embracing oneself, I find myself feeling incredibly moved. These are not the only things I needed then. These are things I need now, more than ever.
This book aims to target teenagers as its intended audience and is written in a relatable way, providing advice and examples that they can easily connect with. In its essence, this book has the potential to be helpful for anyone. The author's message is to guide those facing challenges towards accepting their present circumstances while also working towards positive changes. In a world full of complications, constant flux, and uncontrollable events, this is something we can all benefit from. This book holds the power to truly transform one's life for the better.
My teenage years were far from great. I understand that I'm not alone in experiencing struggles during that stage of life, but for me, it felt like an unending struggle. As time has passed, my perception of those years hasn't improved. They were just downright difficult. As I read this book and learn about its methods for living a more tranquil life, understanding and labeling emotions, controlling impulsiveness, building healthier relationships, and knowing and embracing oneself, I find myself feeling incredibly moved. These are not the only things I needed then. These are things I need now, more than ever.
This book aims to target teenagers as its intended audience and is written in a relatable way, providing advice and examples that they can easily connect with. In its essence, this book has the potential to be helpful for anyone. The author's message is to guide those facing challenges towards accepting their present circumstances while also working towards positive changes. In a world full of complications, constant flux, and uncontrollable events, this is something we can all benefit from. This book holds the power to truly transform one's life for the better.
September 7, 2024
As a Psychologist who works with teenagers, I truly appreciate Emma Davis' books. The DBT Skills Guidebook for Teens opened my eyes to new strategies that can support my job and provided actionable exercises to share with my students. I liked how she began the book by providing context about DBT, presenting and explaining the four pillars in an easy way. Then, she transitions to the teenager's perspective to understand the goal of DBT practices in their lives, offering useful tips on how to handle emotions better, prevent impulsive actions, build better relationships, and discover who they are by recognizing past situations that have shaped them, overcoming those experiences, and reaching their full potential. Mindfulness is a key element of these strategies, and I realized she is not only inviting teenagers to incorporate it into their daily routines but also advising all adults working with them to do the same. This book offers essential insights for all of us who are supporting teenagers overcome challenges and embrace their potential.
September 7, 2024
Essential Toolkit for Teens
This insightful book demonstrates how DBT equips teens to navigate the unique pressures of today's world. The author expertly breaks down DBT techniques into relatable steps, making them accessible and practical for young adults. While initially designed for borderline personality disorder, DBT's relevance extends to all teens facing social media stress, societal expectations, and rapid cultural shifts. This book provides validation and hope by addressing common anxieties many young people face. Teens will gain coping mechanisms, build resilience, and learn to manage emotions effectively. Parents will gain a deeper understanding of their teen's emotional landscape and learn how to provide informed support. Even adults can discover how DBT principles can enhance self-awareness and personal growth. More than a guide, this book is a call for inner healing and a testament to DBT's transformative power for all.
This insightful book demonstrates how DBT equips teens to navigate the unique pressures of today's world. The author expertly breaks down DBT techniques into relatable steps, making them accessible and practical for young adults. While initially designed for borderline personality disorder, DBT's relevance extends to all teens facing social media stress, societal expectations, and rapid cultural shifts. This book provides validation and hope by addressing common anxieties many young people face. Teens will gain coping mechanisms, build resilience, and learn to manage emotions effectively. Parents will gain a deeper understanding of their teen's emotional landscape and learn how to provide informed support. Even adults can discover how DBT principles can enhance self-awareness and personal growth. More than a guide, this book is a call for inner healing and a testament to DBT's transformative power for all.
September 29, 2024
This book is a hot mess. It's repetitive and disorganised and tries way too hard to be "cool", including using "hip" expressions that will date way too quickly, and using the expression "you got this" way too many times. Important information is hidden in hard-to-decipher images and some section headings read like "sell lines" rather than relevant overviews of the upcoming content.
I have two teenage kids, and although there's a ton of valuable techniques in this book for well-being, I would be reluctant to share this book with them because of its issues. DBT seems extremely helpful, but I'm going to look elsewhere for a better resource for my kids.
Note: I was provided with a review copy of this book free of charge, and am leaving this review voluntarily.
I have two teenage kids, and although there's a ton of valuable techniques in this book for well-being, I would be reluctant to share this book with them because of its issues. DBT seems extremely helpful, but I'm going to look elsewhere for a better resource for my kids.
Note: I was provided with a review copy of this book free of charge, and am leaving this review voluntarily.
September 4, 2024
Good for adults too
Life can have a lot of ups and downs. Mentioning to my teen that now is the time to start looking at colleges added to her stress. She gave me the “talk to the hand” gesture. The chapter on Crafting Your Ideal Life was helpful. She has positive affirmations posted all over her bathroom mirror. The chapter on Rising Above the Trauma was also helpful. Teen dating violence is real. She made it out and is thriving. The foundational element of DBT skills for teens is to teach them how to improve their mental health using mindfulness practices. I highly recommend this book.
Life can have a lot of ups and downs. Mentioning to my teen that now is the time to start looking at colleges added to her stress. She gave me the “talk to the hand” gesture. The chapter on Crafting Your Ideal Life was helpful. She has positive affirmations posted all over her bathroom mirror. The chapter on Rising Above the Trauma was also helpful. Teen dating violence is real. She made it out and is thriving. The foundational element of DBT skills for teens is to teach them how to improve their mental health using mindfulness practices. I highly recommend this book.
September 5, 2024
Being a teen is a challenge. You are constantly surrounded by peer pressure. You need to succeed academically. At the same time, you need to keep your raging hormones in check. It’s no wonder that many teens report feelings stressed and anxious.
As a parent, you may not be sure of how to talk to your teens about some of these things. This book will help you. It’s not just a blueprint to how you can talk to them about what’s bothering them, though. It also features many proven ways you can connect with your teen so that they will trust you. When your relationship with your teen improves, it can only be beneficial to both of you.
As a parent, you may not be sure of how to talk to your teens about some of these things. This book will help you. It’s not just a blueprint to how you can talk to them about what’s bothering them, though. It also features many proven ways you can connect with your teen so that they will trust you. When your relationship with your teen improves, it can only be beneficial to both of you.
September 9, 2024
loved it!
Last year, I was having really bad problems with my teenager. I noticed her emotions were starting to change very frequently. She was not feeling herself anymore, and I could notice that in her. That was when I started to look for solutions for ways in which I could help her get over whatever was happening inside her. That’s when I read this book, a practical guide that mixed with going to the psychologist helped my teenager to manage her emotions and improved her mental health. I really recommend this book, it is very clear when reading, and it could really help your teenager.
Last year, I was having really bad problems with my teenager. I noticed her emotions were starting to change very frequently. She was not feeling herself anymore, and I could notice that in her. That was when I started to look for solutions for ways in which I could help her get over whatever was happening inside her. That’s when I read this book, a practical guide that mixed with going to the psychologist helped my teenager to manage her emotions and improved her mental health. I really recommend this book, it is very clear when reading, and it could really help your teenager.
September 6, 2024
"DBT Skills Guidebook for Teens" by Emma Davis is definitely a practical guide with very good tools for teenagers facing stress, anxiety and emotional challenges today. This book provides adolescents with skills based on Dialectical Behavior Therapy and helps them through tools to transform internal chaos into balance and build healthy relationships. It seems to me that Emma Davis uses an appropriate tone to motivate young people to connect with the book, through real examples and practical exercises that can be developed on a daily basis. I recommend this book.
September 3, 2024
Absolute must read
The writing style is engaging and accessible, making it easy for teens to connect with the material. Davis uses a conversational tone that is both encouraging and motivating. The book is filled with relatable examples that help to illustrate the key points, and the exercises at the end of each chapter are a great way for teens to put what they’ve learned into practice.
The writing style is engaging and accessible, making it easy for teens to connect with the material. Davis uses a conversational tone that is both encouraging and motivating. The book is filled with relatable examples that help to illustrate the key points, and the exercises at the end of each chapter are a great way for teens to put what they’ve learned into practice.
September 9, 2024
Easy to read
The youth of today must face many external factors such as technology, study, etc. resulting in young people with anxiety, low self-esteem, difficulty in interpersonal relationships among others; in this book parents, teachers, therapists and others will find a guide that will provide them with different tools to help young people to overcome their different emotional states. It is an easy to read and understand book.
The youth of today must face many external factors such as technology, study, etc. resulting in young people with anxiety, low self-esteem, difficulty in interpersonal relationships among others; in this book parents, teachers, therapists and others will find a guide that will provide them with different tools to help young people to overcome their different emotional states. It is an easy to read and understand book.
September 10, 2024
The DBT Skills Guidebook for Teens by Emma Davis is an invaluable guide that goes beyond theoretical advice; it offers practical ways to improve communication and build mutual trust with our teenage children. I found it to be an essential resource for strengthening relationships and feeling more prepared to support them in their emotional and personal growth. If you have children going through this stage of life, I definitely recommend you read it!
September 25, 2024
An incredibly helpful resource
DBT Skills Guidebook for Teens by Emma Davis is an incredibly helpful resource for teens struggling with emotions and relationships. The exercises and techniques focus on mindfulness, emotional regulation, and relationship skills, being really useful.
The tone of the book is very encouraging and positive, which I think is important for teens who might feel discouraged by their emotional struggles.
DBT Skills Guidebook for Teens by Emma Davis is an incredibly helpful resource for teens struggling with emotions and relationships. The exercises and techniques focus on mindfulness, emotional regulation, and relationship skills, being really useful.
The tone of the book is very encouraging and positive, which I think is important for teens who might feel discouraged by their emotional struggles.
October 4, 2024
Highly effective and engaging.
This is a highly effective resource that’s also engaging for teens. The exercises are presented in a straightforward manner, making them easy to follow and practice. I’ve seen noticeable improvements in my son’s emotional regulation and problem-solving skills since he started using this book. It’s practical, relatable, and a great investment in your teen’s future.
This is a highly effective resource that’s also engaging for teens. The exercises are presented in a straightforward manner, making them easy to follow and practice. I’ve seen noticeable improvements in my son’s emotional regulation and problem-solving skills since he started using this book. It’s practical, relatable, and a great investment in your teen’s future.
October 7, 2024
Excellent for emotional regulation.
I bought this book for my 15-year-old daughter who was having trouble managing her emotions. The techniques in this guide have helped her learn to stay calm and focused, even when she’s feeling overwhelmed. She now uses the exercises regularly and has become much more confident in handling difficult situations. This book is a fantastic resource for any parent looking to support their teen’s emotional development.
I bought this book for my 15-year-old daughter who was having trouble managing her emotions. The techniques in this guide have helped her learn to stay calm and focused, even when she’s feeling overwhelmed. She now uses the exercises regularly and has become much more confident in handling difficult situations. This book is a fantastic resource for any parent looking to support their teen’s emotional development.
September 6, 2024
This guidebook is wonderful for teens. It provides examples and step by step exercises for teens to practice mindfulness, emotional regulation. Some of the things in the book focus on depression and anxiety just to name a few. It is an excellent book for parents of teens to help teens learn these skills.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 10, 2024
Great book
Great book for parents or teens that offers strategies and tips to manage intense emotions, improve communication skills and develop healthy relationships in our lives. Thanks to this book, I have managed stress and impulsivity effectively and I have also recommended it to my daughter. Personally, it has helped us a lot in our relationship, highly recommended.
Great book for parents or teens that offers strategies and tips to manage intense emotions, improve communication skills and develop healthy relationships in our lives. Thanks to this book, I have managed stress and impulsivity effectively and I have also recommended it to my daughter. Personally, it has helped us a lot in our relationship, highly recommended.
September 10, 2024
Very useful
This book is very useful to all the people who need to deal with teenagers, because nowadays, they need a lot of guidance. Definitely, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is a very valuable proposal to advance in conflict resolution and management of their emotions. The adolescents you deal with will deeply appreciate it.
This book is very useful to all the people who need to deal with teenagers, because nowadays, they need a lot of guidance. Definitely, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is a very valuable proposal to advance in conflict resolution and management of their emotions. The adolescents you deal with will deeply appreciate it.
September 15, 2024
A valuable tool for teenagers
The book presents Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques in a way that's engaging and simple for young readers. This is a fact I really liked. I think it’s a great resource for teens looking to develop emotional resilience and navigate their challenges with more confidence.
The book presents Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques in a way that's engaging and simple for young readers. This is a fact I really liked. I think it’s a great resource for teens looking to develop emotional resilience and navigate their challenges with more confidence.
October 4, 2024
Great resource for social workers too
As a social worker, I’ve found this memoir to be an invaluable tool in my practice. It offers clear, evidence-based strategies that I can use to help teens develop emotional resilience and healthy coping mechanisms. The interactive exercises are engaging and accessible, making it easier for teens to understand and apply the concepts.
As a social worker, I’ve found this memoir to be an invaluable tool in my practice. It offers clear, evidence-based strategies that I can use to help teens develop emotional resilience and healthy coping mechanisms. The interactive exercises are engaging and accessible, making it easier for teens to understand and apply the concepts.
October 4, 2024
Perfect for group therapy!
I use this book in my group therapy sessions with teens, and it has been a huge success. The activities are engaging and encourage open discussion, helping the teens connect with each other and learn from shared experiences. I’ve seen real growth in my clients’ emotional awareness and control.
I use this book in my group therapy sessions with teens, and it has been a huge success. The activities are engaging and encourage open discussion, helping the teens connect with each other and learn from shared experiences. I’ve seen real growth in my clients’ emotional awareness and control.
October 24, 2024
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. This is a great guide to help anyone learn to work their way through intense emotions, not just teens, and is especially helpful for those who haven’t looked into Dialectical Behavior Therapy before. There’s lots of great exercises and pictures throughout making this an ideal guide for teens.
September 11, 2024
Interesting.
I believe this guidebook is a valuable tool for any teen struggling to manage their emotions. It offers hope and practical skills to help them feel more in control of their lives. I highly recommend it to everyone, to teens and the adults who support them.
I believe this guidebook is a valuable tool for any teen struggling to manage their emotions. It offers hope and practical skills to help them feel more in control of their lives. I highly recommend it to everyone, to teens and the adults who support them.
September 28, 2024
catching up
Although my teenage days are long over, reading this book gave me helpful hints to tackle things that have been ingrained since childhood that I finally want to change. Of course it will take a lot of time and practise, but the first step is to know where to start.
Although my teenage days are long over, reading this book gave me helpful hints to tackle things that have been ingrained since childhood that I finally want to change. Of course it will take a lot of time and practise, but the first step is to know where to start.
December 16, 2024
Big hello fellow kids vibe. Tries way too hard to use cool slang, obscures what is otherwise good messaging.
September 27, 2024
So Important!
I am an adult who has been in therapy for years now, and I have to say this book is wonderful. I have some experience with DBT, and this book is a great resource for people of any age. For teens, it is especially important that they learn how to identify, cope with, and respond to emotions and life’s challenges. I also recommend this book for kids on the spectrum or other form of neurodivergence which can make it difficult to identify your own emotions and respond to them.
I am an adult who has been in therapy for years now, and I have to say this book is wonderful. I have some experience with DBT, and this book is a great resource for people of any age. For teens, it is especially important that they learn how to identify, cope with, and respond to emotions and life’s challenges. I also recommend this book for kids on the spectrum or other form of neurodivergence which can make it difficult to identify your own emotions and respond to them.
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