Calming the Emotional Storm: Using Dialectical Behaviour Skills to Manage Your E

The Nile on eBay   Calming the Emotional Storm by Sheri van Dijk

An easy-to-read introduction to the dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) skills that can help readers keep calm in the face of distressing emotions and regain emotional balance in their lives.

FORMATPaperback LANGUAGEEnglish CONDITIONBrand New Publisher Description

Using Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills to Manage Your Emotions and Balance Your Life

Notes

An introduction to the dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) skills that can help readers stay calm in the face of distressing emotions.

Author Biography

Sheri Van Dijk, MSW, is a mental health therapist in private practice and at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket, ON, Canada. She specializes in the treatment of bipolar disorder and other psychiatric disorders using dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and mindfulness practice. She is author of The Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills Workbook for Bipolar Disorder.

Review

"Calming the Emotional Storm is simple, comprehensive, effective, and doable. This encouraging book inspires hope without minimizing that it can take a lot of hard work to make the changes necessary to start living an emotional healthy and balanced life. I will definitely recommend this book to my clients. The exercises in the book support understanding by helping readers stabilize emotional reactions while exploring ways to make positive changes."--Melanie Williams, registered social worker at Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers and certified trauma specialist"In my twenty-two years in the field, I have not encountered a more comprehensive guide to managing one's emotions. Sheri Van Dijk has taken complex psychotherapeutic processes and broken them down in an easy-to-read, accessible format. If you have ever been paralyzed with intense emotions, this is a must-read. I will be recommending this book to my patients."--Jody Joseph Levac, MSW, RSW, PhD, director of mental health at Southlake Regional Health Centre"Calming the Emotional Storm is a reader-friendly manual that will teach readers how to manage difficult emotions. Each chapter prepares readers for helpful exercises on noticing and validating emotions. The dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) skills taught here are effective tools for improving self-esteem and work and personal relationships that will undoubtedly help readers gain a healthy balance in their lives, even in moments of crisis or stress. Calming the Emotional Storm will be a valuable asset to my clients and help them improve their overall well-being."--Barbara L. Anschuetz, EdD, CTS, certified trauma specialist and traumatologist"In a world where emotions are at the root of much pain and suffering, Sheri Van Dijk has written a skillful guide to help us acknowledge, experience, and, most importantly, bear the emotional landscape of our lives. The combination of concise language, clear explanations, accessible exercises and insightful case studies make this an exceptional tool for individuals, families, and clinicians alike."--Glenys Smith Elliott, MEd, mental health case manager at York Support Services Network in Ontario, Canada"Many can relate to experiencing the 'emotional storm' within. In this book, Van Dijk teaches fundamental DBT skills for helping manage these distressing emotions in a way that is accessible to all readers. The exercises and tips offered make this resource practical and easy to use. It provides readers with the skills they need to feel more in control of their emotions and make their lives more manageable."--Diane Petrofski, MSW, RSW, Family Health Team"Sheri Van Dijk's new book is a well laid-out, user-friendly manual that can assist people in learning new skills to live a calmer, more effective life. I would recommend it to anyone who feels intense emotions."--Cheri Faris, BMgt, MSW, RSW, clinical social worker at the Canadian Mental Health Association"This book provides a crystal clear, concise, and lively introduction to DBT techniques for the general reader. It should be helpful for anyone who is interested in growing emotionally and learning how to have a healthier life."--Paula Fuchs, PsyD, assistant clinical professor of psychology in the department of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School

Promotional

An easy-to-read introduction to the dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) skills that can help readers keep calm in the face of distressing emotions and regain emotional balance in their lives.

Review Quote

"This book provides a crystal clear, concise, and lively introduction to DBT techniques for the general reader. It should be helpful for anyone who is interested in growing emotionally and learning how to have a healthier life." -Paula Fuchs, PsyD, assistant clinical professor of psychology in the department of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School

Promotional "Headline"

An easy-to-read introduction to the dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) skills that can help readers keep calm in the face of distressing emotions and regain emotional balance in their lives.

Details ISBN1608820874 Year 2012 ISBN-10 1608820874 ISBN-13 9781608820870 Media Book Publication Date 2012-05-03 Pages 200 Publisher New Harbinger Publications Imprint New Harbinger Publications Subtitle Using Dialectical Behaviour Skills to Manage Your Emotions and Balance Your Life Place of Publication Oakland, CA Country of Publication United States DEWEY 152.4 Short Title CALMING THE EMOTIONAL STORM Language English Format Paperback AU Release Date 2012-05-03 NZ Release Date 2012-05-03 US Release Date 2012-05-03 UK Release Date 2012-05-03 Author Sheri van Dijk Audience Tertiary & Higher Education We've got this

At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it.With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love!

TheNile_Item_ID:151527883;