DBT-Informed Art Therapy: Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and the Creative Process

by Susan M. Clark

Understand DBT-informed art therapy, and how to apply it to your practice. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) treats problems with emotion regulation, and is especially effective in treating chronic self-harming and suicidal behaviors associated with Borderline Personality Disorder. Combining the structure and skill development of DBT with the creativity and non-verbal communication of art therapy can be a significant advantage in treating patients who are resistant to talking therapy. This book gives a comprehensive overview of the growing literature and research on DBT-informed art therapy, drawing upon the work of pioneers in the field to explain different types of DBT-informed art therapy and the 'Three Ms' at its Mindfulness, Metaphor and Mastery. It also includes creative visual exercises and activities for developing the skills of core mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and non-judgemental acceptance among clients.

Genres: Psychology, Mental Health, Counselling

344 pages, Paperback

Published September 12, 2016

Reviews

[Ali Eales · Rating 5 out of 5]

Informative, insightful and full of practical information that have inspired me for work. It's generous in its offerings of techniques and activities, and deeply understands the relationships between BPD sufferers and the art materials.

[Trevor · Rating 5 out of 5]

Concise, readable, and useable. Details the why and how of DBT Art Therapy and gives a great foundation of both approaches and their strength together.

[Ted · Rating 5 out of 5]

Interesting but a bit dry

[Melissa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Not to be dramatic but kind of my new Bible

[Sandrahenry]

Interesting read