I found DBT browsing the Psych section at Barnes and Noble before Kindle and Nook. I read bits and pieces before I purchased it. I've never taken a full class. I seem to be stuck in the "Emotional Distraction Technique" as I call it. Being able to distract myself in a positive way was a god sent. One of my biggest challenges is visiting my biological family. Before DBT I could tolerate 5days at max and two of those were travel days. The year my father died, I was able to handle 180 days without a meltdown.
I would like to explore the therapy in a more professional basis and work on the mindfulness piece. I think that would be a good addition to my tool box.

In my experience, determining if something will work or not is my mindset when I approach the therapy. If I find it questionable from the beginning, I am less likely to adopt it. For example, I don't see how coloring can serve as therapy. I can see where the repetitive process and focus to stay within the lines might be something, but I don't see it.