DBT Skill Cheat Sheet: What to Use Based on Emotion Intensity
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Make it easier for your clients to remember which DBT skills to use—and when. This easy-to-read handout helps clients connect their level of emotional intensity with the most appropriate DBT skills, empowering them to build emotional resilience in the moment.
Whether your client is just starting DBT or needs a visual reminder, this one-page printable is perfect for a binder, journal, or fridge.
Perfect for:
✔️ Reinforcing skill-building between sessions
✔️ Visual learners or those needing simplified DBT support
✔️ Teens, adults, and DBT-informed practice
Help clients stop, check in, and choose the right skill—right when they need it.
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