Interpersonal Therapy Worksheets Bundle: IPT & DBT Tools

This comprehensive clinical bundle operationalizes the core components of Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) through a suite of 22 specialized worksheets, scripts, and assessments. The toolkit is designed to guide clients through every stage of relational recovery—from initial Biopsychosocial Case Formulation and Interpersonal Inventory Mapping to advanced boundary calibration and conflict resolution. By integrating these evidence-based resources, clinicians can systematically address the link between a client’s attachment patterns, interpersonal disputes, role transitions, and acute psychological symptoms, fostering a clear transition toward organismic self-regulation.

The structured layout is designed to support Intrapsychic Differentiation and communication skill consolidation. By pairing classic IPT inventory tools like the Interpersonal Closeness Circle and Interpersonal Relationships Worksheet with core DBT Interpersonal Effectiveness modules (including DEAR MAN, GIVE, and FAST scripts), the bundle provides a balanced protocol for behavioral change. Specialized modules for tracking Interpersonal Schemas and auditing communication blocks via the Troubleshooting Checklist allow clinicians to identify hidden cognitive myths and emotional interference. This multi-modal framework ensures that clients build the capacity to negotiate high-stakes social boundaries while fully preserving their self-respect and relationship safety.

Included in This Interpersonal Therapy Worksheets Bundle:

• Interpersonal Closeness Circle Worksheet: Map and explore levels of closeness in important relationships.
• DBT Practicing Validation Worksheet: Build skills in offering and practicing validation with others and self.
• Feelings Thermometer Worksheet: Visual tool for identifying and rating emotional intensity.
• DBT FAST Skill Worksheet: Practice keeping self-respect in interpersonal interactions.
• DBT GIVE Skill Worksheet: Strengthen relationships through Gentle, Interested, Validating, and Easy Manner skills.
• DEARMAN Assertive Communication Worksheet: Structured script for effective and assertive communication.
• Identifying Triggers Worksheet: Recognize emotional, relational, and situational triggers.
• I Statements Worksheets: Friends, Relationships, Workplace, Negotiating & Blank Templates.
• DBT Interpersonal Effectiveness Skills Worksheet: Comprehensive guide to DEARMAN, GIVE, FAST and other skills.
• DBT Interpersonal Effectiveness Skills Worksheet (Blank): Customizable blank version for client practice.
• Interpersonal Relationships Worksheet: Explore patterns and dynamics in key relationships.
• Interpersonal Factors to Consider Worksheet: Analyze important factors affecting relationship outcomes.
• Interpersonal Schemas Worksheet: Identify core beliefs and expectations in relationships.
• Interpersonal Effectiveness Troubleshooting Worksheet: Problem-solve obstacles in using interpersonal skills.
• Interpersonal Effectiveness Validating Others Worksheet: Practice validation skills in relationships.
• Interpersonal Effectiveness Validating Self Worksheet: Build self-validation and self-respect.
• Interpersonal Effectiveness Wanting to be Heard Worksheet: Strategies for feeling heard and understood in relationships.
• Biopsychosocial Assessment: Comprehensive intake assessment covering biological, psychological, and social factors.

References

• Klerman, G. L., Weissman, M. M., Rounsaville, B. J., & Chevron, E. S. (1984). Interpersonal Psychotherapy of Depression. Basic Books. (The foundational text introducing the interpersonal inventory protocol).
• Linehan, M. M. (2015). DBT Skills Training Manual (2nd ed.). Guilford Press. (The definitive guidelines for interpersonal effectiveness and validation skills).
• Weissman, M. M., Markowitz, J. C., & Klerman, G. L. (2017). The Guide to Interpersonal Psychotherapy. Oxford University Press.
• Linehan, M. M. (1993). Cognitive-Behavioral Treatment of Borderline Personality Disorder. Guilford Press.
• Young, J. E., Klosko, J. S., & Weishaar, M. E. (2003). Schema Therapy: A Practitioner’s Guide. Guilford Press. (Context on relationship schemas and expectations).
• Stuart, S., & Robertson, M. (2012). Interpersonal Psychotherapy: A Clinician’s Guide (2nd ed.). CRC Press.