DBT Diary Cards: Tracking Urges and Actions

In this section, Stephanie Vaughn, PsyD., explores the pivotal role of dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) diary cards in processing intense emotional incidents, including struggles with suicidal thoughts. Delve into diary cards and their effectiveness at tracking actions and urges, fostering focused discussions, and guiding clients toward healthier choices.
Here are some important highlights from the video:
* In DBT, diary cards serve as structured tools that facilitate the identification and processing of behavioral patterns, especially in relation to intense emotions and subsequent actions.
* Successful DBT requires a genuine, relatable, and balanced approach, in which therapists personalize their interaction style while adhering to DBT principles.
* The ultimate goal in using diary cards is to help clients manage intense urges without resorting to harmful actions, using a diverse array of DBT skills tailored to specific situations.
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