Teen DBT in Practice

Teen DBT in Practice by Katie May is an essential resource for anyone working with teens navigating the complexities of mental health. It offers a comprehensive roadmap filled with practical tools and strategies that empower both teens and caregivers to build resilience and foster real change. The emphasis on understanding the underlying patterns of behavior, alongside innovative techniques like diary cards and structured DBT sessions, transforms therapeutic practices into powerful, skill-building interventions. A must-read for professionals dedicated to guiding young people from crisis to a life filled with purpose and hope! – Shari Botwin, LCSW and author of Stolen Childhoods: Thriving After Abuse, and Thriving After Trauma: Stories of Living and HealingKatie May has a remarkable gift for translating complex clinical ideas into guidance that feels clear, practical, and immediately applicable. By prioritizing the needs of teens, parents, and therapists alike, she makes DBT skills both accessible and sustainable in real-world settings. Her lived experience on multiple sides of the couch brings a rare authenticity to this book, making it an invaluable resource for anyone working with teens. – Jamie D. Roberts, LMFT author of Neurodiveristy for Teen Girls and Mindfulness for Teen Anxiety

Katie K. May

Katie K. May is a Linehan board-certified Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) clinician and the owner and executive director of Creative Healing. A national trainer and speaker, she specialises in working with adolescents experiencing depression, self-harm, and suicidal behaviors. Katie brings over a decade of clinical experience to her work and is committed to helping teens build lives worth living while supporting therapists to deliver effective, sustainable care. She is based in Pennsylvania.