DBT Skills Flowchart | Never Wonder Which DBT Skill to Use Again

DBT Flowchart 

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills are practical techniques designed to help you regulate emotions, tolerate distress, improve relationships, and stay present. This flowchart makes it easier to decide which DBT skill to use without feeling overwhelmed.

This DBT Flowchart provides a simple, step-by-step decision tree to help you choose the most effective skill based on what you’re experiencing. Whether you’re managing intense emotions, distress, or difficult situations, this guide helps you respond with confidence.

What’s Available & Included

• This resource is available in TWO formats:

  • Personal PDF: $10.00 — Instant digital download for your own personal use.
  • Personal Laminated: $24.99 — A single personal-use license that includes both the digital PDF and a physical laminated copy mailed to you.
  • 1 high-quality printable PDF
  • US Letter size (8.5 x 11 inches)

Who Is This DBT Flowchart For?

This resource is ideal for:

• Individuals learning DBT skills
• Therapists and counselors
• Social workers
• Psychology students
• Mental health professionals
• Anyone looking to build healthy coping strategies

How to Use This DBT Flowchart

Start at the top of the flowchart and answer each question based on your current situation. The guide will direct you toward the most appropriate DBT skill, making it easier to practice emotional regulation and distress tolerance when you need it most.

Print it for your therapy binder, keep it in a planner, or save it on your device for quick reference.

Why You’ll Love This DBT Skills Resource

• Makes choosing DBT skills simple
• Easy to understand and use
• Great for therapy sessions and self-help
• Supports emotional regulation and mindful decision-making
• Instant access after purchase (PDF versions)

Terms of Use

Personal PDF and Personal Laminated: This purchase includes a license for one individual user only. It may be used for your own personal or professional practice, including teaching, counseling, coaching, therapy, or educational settings. You may print copies to use with your own clients, students, or participants as part of your services or instruction.

You may not resell, redistribute, share, reproduce, or upload the digital file, in whole or in part, by email, cloud storage, websites, social media, learning platforms, or any other electronic or public method. The file is licensed to the original purchaser and may not be transferred to others.

If you need licenses for additional users, team members, or an organization, please purchase additional licenses or contact me for licensing options.

Across all formats: Created by Nisha Patel, LCSW, founder of Brown Girl Trauma. Copyright © Brown Girl Trauma. All rights reserved. This file may not be edited, altered, or modified in any way. Reselling, redistributing, commercial use, creating derivative works, and use in AI training are strictly prohibited.

Refund Information

All sales are final. Due to the nature of digital downloads, we do not offer returns or refunds. For the laminated physical copies, all sales are final, and we do not accept returns. By purchasing this resource, you acknowledge and agree to the terms outlined above. If you have any questions, please reach out, and I’ll be happy to help.

Disclaimer

This is a digital product. No physical item will be shipped unless you choose to have it laminated. Print quality may vary depending on your printer, paper choice, and device settings. This handout is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy or mental health treatment. Reading or using this guide does not create a therapist-client relationship. If you need additional support, please consider reaching out to a licensed mental health professional or a trusted support.