Shireen Rizvi

In this engaging discussion, Shireen Rizvi, a clinical psychology professor and DBT expert, dives into Dialectical Behavior Therapy's surprisingly broad applications. She reveals how DBT, originally designed for borderline personality disorder, helps with emotional regulation and self-destructive behaviors. Shireen shares practical skills like 'wise mind,' 'radical acceptance,' and the 'DEAR MAN' technique, making DBT accessible for everyone. She also emphasizes mindfulness and its role in navigating emotional challenges, demonstrating DBT's transformative potential.

Dr. Shireen Rizvi and Dr. Jesse Finkelstein, clinical psychologists and coauthors of Real Skills for Real Life, discuss the transformative power of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). They reveal how to view emotional struggles as skills deficits and introduce the concept of 'Wise Mind' for balancing logic and emotion. The duo emphasizes the importance of mindfulness in reducing suffering and improving interpersonal relationships. Listeners gain practical frameworks, like DEAR MAN, to navigate difficult conversations while maintaining self-respect.

Shireen Rizvi, a clinical psychologist and DBT expert, and Jesse Finkelstein, also a clinical psychologist and DBT co-author, dive into the power of Dialectical Behavior Therapy for families. They discuss how validation and mindfulness can help manage big feelings in both parents and kids. Learn techniques like ‘check the facts’ and distress tolerance that support emotional regulation. The conversation includes practical tips for resisting the urge to fix children's problems and fostering acceptance during tough moments.