Simon Jack Hughes

Priscilla Joseph Skinner

The Neurodivergent DBT Skills Workbook

Evidence-Based Emotional Regulation Strategies for ADHD, Autism, and Complex Minds

Living in a world that wasn't designed for your neurodivergent mind can feel overwhelming—but what if you had evidence-based tools specifically adapted for how your brain works?

If you're navigating life with ADHD, autism, or both, you know that traditional therapy approaches often miss the mark. Standard DBT workbooks assume neurotypical processing styles, leaving you to translate concepts that don't quite fit. This groundbreaking workbook changes everything.

The Neurodivergent DBT Skills Workbook is the first comprehensive guide to dialectical behavior therapy designed BY neurodivergent minds FOR neurodivergent minds. Drawing from evidence-based DBT principles and real-world neurodivergent experiences, this workbook offers practical emotional regulation strategies that actually work with your unique wiring—not against it.

Inside, you'll discover:

• Sensory-friendly emotional regulation techniques that honor your sensory sensitivities while building distress tolerance skills

• Executive function-friendly DBT exercises broken down into manageable steps with visual guides and clear structure

• Meltdown management strategies that work in real-time, including prevention techniques and recovery protocols

• Neurodivergent-specific interpersonal effectiveness skills for navigating social situations authentically

• Practical mindfulness adaptations for busy ADHD minds and autism-specific processing styles

• Self-compassion practices to counter internalized ableism and build genuine self-acceptance

• Crisis survival skills tailored for rejection sensitivity dysphoria and sensory overload

• Emotion regulation tools that embrace neurodivergent emotional intensity as a strength

Whether you're newly diagnosed or have known about your neurodivergence for years, whether you're working with a therapist or exploring skills independently, this workbook meets you exactly where you are. No judgment. No neurotypical assumptions. Just practical, accessible tools that honor your authentic self.

What makes this workbook different:

Written with direct, plain language—no confusing metaphors or abstract concepts

Includes modifications for common neurodivergent challenges like time blindness and task initiation

Provides realistic examples from actual neurodivergent experiences

Acknowledges the impact of masking, burnout, and late diagnosis

Perfect for:

Adults with ADHD, autism, or AuDHD seeking practical emotional support strategies

Mental health professionals looking for neurodiversity-affirming resources

Anyone supporting neurodivergent loved ones

Late-diagnosed individuals rebuilding their relationship with emotions

This evidence-based workbook combines research-backed DBT techniques with deep understanding of neurodivergent needs. Each skill is presented with clear instructions, troubleshooting tips, and adaptations for different support needs.

Start building your personalized emotional regulation toolkit today. Because your neurodivergent mind deserves strategies as unique and brilliant as you are.

Note: This workbook is for educational and self-help purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health treatment. If you're experiencing a mental health crisis, please contact a qualified professional or crisis helpline immediately.

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