165. Emotion Regulation Skills – DBT Skills Series165. Emotion Regulation Skills – DBT Skills Series
Strong Tower Mental Health with Heidi Mortenson
Heidi Mortenson shares practical DBT skills for managing emotions in this insightful episode.
30:18•1 Apr 2024
Mastering Emotions: Practical DBT Skills with Heidi Mortenson
Episode Overview
- Gain insights into emotional awareness and the significance of understanding emotions
- Learn practical skills for managing and regulating emotions effectively
- Explore the importance of setting healthy boundaries for emotional well-being
- Discover the power of assertiveness in navigating emotional challenges
- Empower yourself to embrace emotional growth and development
“Emotions just happen. So if you're feeling something and you're feeling shame about it, to really let that shame go, that you're feeling it because you're feeling it, like you can't help it.”
Ever feel like your emotions are running the show? Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Heidi Mortenson is here to help you take back control. In this engaging episode of the 'Strong Tower Mental Health' podcast, Heidi dives into the world of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and shares practical skills for managing those tricky emotions. This is the third part of her DBT Skills Series, following episodes on interpersonal effectiveness and distress tolerance.
Heidi breaks down what emotions are, why we have them, and how to handle them more effectively. She emphasizes that when you're in the heat of the moment, it's not about deep healing but making good choices. Expect to walk away with actionable tips on emotional awareness, setting healthy boundaries, and being assertive without feeling overwhelmed. If you're tired of feeling at the mercy of your emotions, this episode offers a lifeline.
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