Cognitive-Behavioral Treatment of Borderline Personality Disorder

Marsha Linehan
1st Edition • Paperback

Cognitive-Behavioral Treatment of Borderline Personality Disorder by Marsha Linehan is the landmark clinical work that introduced Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), one of the most effective and empirically supported treatments for borderline personality disorder.

This foundational text presents a complete therapeutic system integrating behavioral science, cognitive techniques, mindfulness, acceptance strategies, and structured problem-solving methods for treating high-risk, emotionally dysregulated patients.

Product Details

• Title: Cognitive-Behavioral Treatment of Borderline Personality Disorder
• Author: Marsha Linehan
• Edition: 1st Edition
• ISBN-13: 9780898621839
• Format: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Price: $51.99
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Key Features

• Foundational explanation of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
• Integration of behavioral, cognitive, and dialectical principles
• Structured treatment model for individual and group therapy
• Evidence-based prioritization of suicidal and therapy-interfering behaviors
• Practical clinical tools, worksheets, and case examples

Topics Covered

• Biosocial theory of borderline personality disorder
• Dialectical strategies and therapeutic stance
• Behavioral assessment and case formulation
• DBT skills modules: mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness
• Managing suicidality and high-risk behaviors
• Individual therapy and group skills training structure
• Therapist consultation teams and clinician support

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Book Overview

This book lays out the original theoretical framework and clinical structure of Dialectical Behavior Therapy, providing clinicians with a systematic, evidence-based approach to treating borderline personality disorder and related high-risk behaviors.

Who Should Use This Book?

• Clinical psychologists and psychotherapists
• Psychiatrists and mental health clinicians
• DBT practitioners and trainees
• Graduate students in clinical psychology
• Behavioral health programs and training centers

Why This Book Matters

This is the original work that formally introduced DBT and continues to serve as the theoretical backbone for modern DBT-based clinical practice worldwide.

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FAQ

• Is this the original book that introduced DBT?
  Yes, this is the landmark text that formally introduced Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
• Who is this book primarily written for? It is written for clinicians, therapists, psychiatrists, and advanced clinical trainees.
• Is this suitable for beginners in psychology or therapy?
  It is best suited for professionals and advanced students, though motivated learners can benefit.
• Does this book include practical treatment guidance? Yes, it provides structured treatment models, clinical tools, and case-based guidance.
• Does it cover both individual and group DBT therapy? Yes, it explains individual therapy, group skills training, and therapist consultation teams.