Dialectical behaviour therapy is a “talking” therapy developed by Marsha Linehan. It helps people who are living in the community and also living in hospitals and people who may have problems managing their emotions. In recent years, dialectical behaviour therapy has been used to help people with learning disabilities cope with feelings of anxiety, trauma-related disorders and mood disorders, but there are not many research papers showing how it is used in forensic learning disability services. This research tells the story of seven women with learning disabilities who took part in dialectical behaviour therapy whilst living in a forensic service. Their story and experiences are important in research literature and will help other services to think about what is needed when they introduce a new type of therapy such as dialectical behaviour therapy Login using your SSSFT NHS OpenAthens for full text. SSOTP - You can request a copy of this article by replying to this email. Please ensure you are clear which article you are requesting.