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 book remains the foundational reference for DBT practice worldwide.

Linehan presents a complete and structured therapeutic system integrating behavioral science, cognitive techniques, mindfulness, acceptance strategies, and problem-solving methods. The text provides clinicians with a clear roadmap for treating high-risk, emotionally dysregulated patients with compassion, structure, and scientific rigor.

Key Features

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

Topics Covered

• The 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
• Structuring individual therapy and group skills training
• Therapist consultation teams and clinician support

The definitive foundation text for Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
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