Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
Do I have BPD?
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a mental health condition characterized by pervasive instability in moods, behaviour, self-image and functioning. Often clinicians and doctors use the phrase ‘black or white thinking’ when describing the key symptoms of BPD. This refers to the mind perceiving information in extremes. Things are either really really good or extremely bad…almost catastrophic for folks dealing with BPD.
Folks struggling with BPD symptoms often experience intense and fluctuating emotions, difficulty in emotional regulation, engaging in impulsive and dangerous behaviours, intense and tumultuous interpersonal relationships, fear of abandonment and dissociation as a means to cope with stress.
Receiving a BPD diagnosis or a label can be stigmatizing and overwhelming. If you have been diagnosed with or self-identify as having BPD, we are here to support you cope with some of the debilitating symptoms by providing consistent, high-quality, DBT-informed care that focuses on skill-building and coping ahead.
How we help
You do not need a formal diagnosis of BPD to access psychotherapy. Our goals in the first couple of sessions are to assess and identify the key events- internal and/or external that trigger your most disruptive symptoms, co-create a plan to work through them by practicing skills in session, and connecting you with appropriate community resources.
Once you are able to consistently identify your triggers and their timing, you will be able to predict them and cope ahead effectively.
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) is the go-to modality when working with folks with BPD. We use DBT and combine it with harm-reduction, trauma-informed care to create a therapy plan that is customized to your unique needs.
Dealing with BPD can be isolating and confusing! We are here to validate your experiences and support you in forging your own path towards overcoming your symptoms. You are NOT your label or diagnosis.
You can book a free 20-minutes consultation to discuss more and how we can help
