How to use DBT to set goals in Therapy and in Life.

The main goal in DBT is to decrease any-type of problem behavior.

Behaviors to Decrease:

• Interpersonal Chaos, loneliness, being in unhealthy relationships 
• Unstable moods and emotions, and willfulness
• Impulsive behavior, difficulty accepting reality 
• Mindlessness, emptiness, judgmental attitude

Behaviors to Increase:

• Interpersonal effectiveness
• Emotional Regulation
• Distress Tolerance
• Mindfulness

Before setting a goal with a client we do a quick Values Assessment:

The next step is the fun DBT activity of the DBT House:

As stated in the Podcast other people have used the SMART goals Model :

Please reference here for more info on SMART Goals.

Pros and Cons of Telehealth Therapy with Bonnie Monahan – Finding Middle Path Podcast

In this episode we are joined by Bonnie Monahan, LPC, PLPC to explore the various Pros and Cons that are associated with Telehealth and In-Person therapy. Depending on the type of therapy your are doing and your type of therapist there are many pros and cons. From saving money and time by doing Telehealth to wanting to just get away to a quite place outside of your home for in-person therapy. It is important to see all sides of something to help you make a decision on what works best for you. Want to learn more about how to work with Middle Path Counseling MO ? Visit us at http://www.middlepathmo.com  — Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rachael-k-julstrom/message

1. Pros and Cons of Telehealth Therapy with Bonnie Monahan 28:37
2. The Therapeutic Relationship and Alliance 08:00
3. Interview with Emily Keehn with Timberline Knolls 30:36
4. Kevin Hart is a DBT Resource 05:40
5. Why Telehealth is important for Mental Health 21:04