For Day 2 of our challenge, we are focusing on Distress Tolerance. Distress Tolerance is one of the skill modules in DBT, and it provides tools for how to cope when we are in distressing situations. This episode explores the distress tolerance skill of distraction. We talk about the big difference between distraction (which is helpful!) and avoidance (which is not helpful!). We also talk about three ways we can effectively practice distraction techniques. Listen to the end to hear your challenge assignment for the day. And, join me tomorrow for day 3 of our DBT challenge, when we will talk about interpersonal effectiveness skills. Follow us on Facebook (@TaprootN) and Instagram (@taproottherapynyc). If you like what you hear, or have questions, comments, feedback, or anything else, email me at erin@taproottherapynyc.com. Let us know how you're doing with the DBT challenge! Reach out with any questions about your challenge assignments.
Taproot Therapy: A Mindful Moment
Mindfulness only takes a moment – but that moment is a beautiful space to create balance,
peace, and compassion. Erin Iwanusa, LCSW, CDWF, is a psychotherapist and social worker. She
is the owner and founder of Taproot Therapy, LCSW, PLLC in New York City. Her practice
focuses on mindfulness-based therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. She is also a Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator, a highly
experiential methodology based on the work of Dr. Brené Brown. Mindfulness is a core
component to any therapeutic practice, and this podcast is designed to support your own
practice, by offering mindfulness and meditation exercises, lessons in mindfulness and our
mental health, as well as interviews and talks with other experts in the mental health and
wellness field.
Mindfulness only takes a moment – but that moment is a beautiful space to create balance,
peace, and compassion. Erin Iwanusa, LCSW, CDWF, is a psychotherapist and social worker. She
is the owner and founder of Taproot Therapy, LCSW, PLLC in New York City. Her practice
focuses on mindfulness-based therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. She is also a Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator, a highly
experiential methodology based on the work of Dr. Brené Brown. Mindfulness is a core
component to any therapeutic practice, and this podcast is designed to support your own
practice, by offering mindfulness and meditation exercises, lessons in mindfulness and our
mental health, as well as interviews and talks with other experts in the mental health and
wellness field.Listen on
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