Resources

Books & Workbooks on DBT and Emotional Regulation

📖 DBT Skills Training Handouts and Worksheets by Marsha Linehan

The official DBT workbook by the creator of DBT. Ideal for those actively in DBT or looking to develop foundational DBT skills.
👉 Purchase at The Wise Center – Available for purchase at our office. You can pick up your copy at your first appointment. For more information, call us at 205-747-9758.

📖 The Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills Workbook by Matthew McKay, Jeffrey C. Wood, and Jeffrey Brantley

A practical workbook that teaches core DBT skills—mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.
👉 Purchase on Amazon

📖 The High-Conflict Couple: A Dialectical Behavior Therapy Guide to Finding Peace, Intimacy, and Validation by Alan E. Fruzzetti

A DBT-based guide designed to help couples improve communication and manage emotional intensity in relationships.
👉 Purchase on Amazon

📖 Stop Walking on Eggshells: Taking Your Life Back When Someone You Care About Has Borderline Personality Disorder by Paul T. Mason and Randi Kreger

A supportive guide for family members and loved ones of individuals with BPD, focusing on boundary-setting and healthy communication.
👉 Purchase on Amazon

📖 Coping with BPD: DBT and CBT Skills to Manage Your Emotions and Improve Your Life by Blaise Aguirre and Gillian Galen

A practical resource that combines DBT and CBT strategies to help individuals with BPD manage intense emotions.
👉 Purchase on Amazon

Online Resources and Support

🌐 National Education Alliance for Borderline Personality Disorder (NEA-BPD)

Provides resources for individuals and families affected by BPD, including support groups, educational materials, and research updates.
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🌐 Behavioral Tech

Founded by Marsha Linehan, this site offers information about DBT training, treatment, and research.
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🌐 Out of the Fog

An online support community for family members and loved ones of individuals with personality disorders.
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🌐 DBT Path

Offers online DBT skills training courses and resources.
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🌐 Psychology Today – Find a DBT Therapist

A searchable directory of therapists who specialize in DBT and BPD treatment.
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Crisis Support

📞 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline – Dial 988

Available 24/7 to offer confidential support and help during a mental health crisis.
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📞 Crisis Text Line – Text HOME to 741741

Free, confidential text support for individuals in emotional distress.
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📞 SAMHSA National Helpline – 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

A confidential, 24/7 helpline providing treatment referrals and support.
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Support for Family and Friends

🌐 Family Connections – NEA-BPD

A free, evidence-based program for family members of individuals with BPD, providing support and psychoeducation.
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📖 Loving Someone with Borderline Personality Disorder by Shari Y. Manning

A compassionate guide for navigating relationships with someone who has BPD.
👉 Purchase on Amazon

Looking for More Support?

If you’re ready to take the next step in your mental health journey, we’re here to help. At The Wise Center, our compassionate and experienced therapists specialize in DBT and trauma-informed care.
👉 Connect with Us to learn more about our services or to schedule an appointment.