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I disagree with DBT because it takes perfectly good CBT and adds Eastern religion practices, terminology, and beliefs.
If you can find a therapist who is expert in CBT, do that. Or be very wary of what Eastern religions teach so you can mentally weed that out during sessions?
If you can find a therapist who is expert in CBT, do that. Or be very wary of what Eastern religions teach so you can mentally weed that out during sessions?
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I'm well aware of eastern influence. CBT did not work for me! My Christian sister took the course and it's helped her a lot. She just kept Jesus focused. I understand tho. They have me in meditation. But it's not emptying the mind, but focusing on relaxation and wise mind. Which is extent helpful for me. I have made a mess w emotional mind. God bless you. My CBT therapist said she can't help, and she's excellent. Ty
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The mindfulness aspect is a component in DBT, but I would guess it depends on the practitioner how central they make it and on the spirituality of the practitioner. Marsha Linehan for instance had a Roman Catholic background, she also practices Zen Buddhism. Find one that is either a christian or understands that you need to practice mindfulness in a manner that is not in conflict with your faith and spirituality, if they don't seem to understand that that is a valid requirement, and it is for many seeking therapy, drop them with no regrets and look for another.
I have some DBT materials, a workbook, but I don't go to a DBT practitioner. As far as mindfulness goes, I tailor it, I don't do eastern mediation, or TM as I had problems with that in the past. I just exercise a form of mindfulness for instance when I am listening to someone which means I listen and wait till they have said a bit more and hold off jumping to any conclusions too early and try to hear what they are saying. One can still respond biblically at that point. There are other useful skills in the DBT toolkit, its about having a few skills at your disposal for those situations you may find difficult.
I have some DBT materials, a workbook, but I don't go to a DBT practitioner. As far as mindfulness goes, I tailor it, I don't do eastern mediation, or TM as I had problems with that in the past. I just exercise a form of mindfulness for instance when I am listening to someone which means I listen and wait till they have said a bit more and hold off jumping to any conclusions too early and try to hear what they are saying. One can still respond biblically at that point. There are other useful skills in the DBT toolkit, its about having a few skills at your disposal for those situations you may find difficult.
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