Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists in Bobcaygeon, ON

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Bianca Caporusso
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Bobcaygeon, ON K0M  (Online Only)
Accepting new clients! Congratulations on starting your healing journey! Therapy through natural conversation with an experienced, relatable and personable counsellor can make your experience feel less isolating and daunting. This is your safe space to express yourself fully and understand that you are never alone in working through your life challenges.
Accepting new clients! Congratulations on starting your healing journey! Therapy through natural conversation with an experienced, relatable and personable counsellor can make your experience feel less isolating and daunting. This is your safe space to express yourself fully and understand that you are never alone in working through your life challenges.
(249) 488-2607 View (249) 488-2607

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Stacey Gudmundsson
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fenelon Falls, ON K0M
I have worked with children, youth and their families for thirteen years. In the two years, I have expanded to working with adults and couples, and have completed additional training in couples and family therapy through the University of Guelph. I have experience supporting complex mental health and wellbeing issues, and am comfortable working with clients who are, or who have, experienced trauma, complex family systems issues, and life transitions (including grief and loss).
I have worked with children, youth and their families for thirteen years. In the two years, I have expanded to working with adults and couples, and have completed additional training in couples and family therapy through the University of Guelph. I have experience supporting complex mental health and wellbeing issues, and am comfortable working with clients who are, or who have, experienced trauma, complex family systems issues, and life transitions (including grief and loss).
(249) 523-4856 View (249) 523-4856
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Janelle Surge
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Haliburton, ON K0M  (Online Only)
Maybe you're thinking, "I am just finding life really hard right now". If this is you, I promise you are not alone. I am now offering affordable therapy to people who want to improve their emotional health. I support people to learn skills to improve the quality of their lives and to discover the root so they can move toward healing. I have a compassionate and friendly approach, and together, we will work toward recovery, help you achieve your goals, and discover balance in your life.
Maybe you're thinking, "I am just finding life really hard right now". If this is you, I promise you are not alone. I am now offering affordable therapy to people who want to improve their emotional health. I support people to learn skills to improve the quality of their lives and to discover the root so they can move toward healing. I have a compassionate and friendly approach, and together, we will work toward recovery, help you achieve your goals, and discover balance in your life.
(249) 488-5051 View (249) 488-5051

Online Therapists

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Maram Khalif
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
Scarborough, ON M1L  (Online Only)
I work with couples, individuals, lgbtq2s+, neuro-diversity, and transgender/non-binary individuals as well as having/had diagnosis of schizophrenia, bipolar, BPD & NPD.
If you're navigating relationship challenges, exploring self-identity including gender and sexuality, or facing societal limitations, I'm here to support you. My approach is warm, empathetic, and accepting, creating a safe space for you to dream, grow, and heal. Together, we'll address trauma, past injustices, and explore themes of personal power and healthy assertiveness in your life and relationships. Let's collaborate to embrace your full potential.
I work with couples, individuals, lgbtq2s+, neuro-diversity, and transgender/non-binary individuals as well as having/had diagnosis of schizophrenia, bipolar, BPD & NPD.
If you're navigating relationship challenges, exploring self-identity including gender and sexuality, or facing societal limitations, I'm here to support you. My approach is warm, empathetic, and accepting, creating a safe space for you to dream, grow, and heal. Together, we'll address trauma, past injustices, and explore themes of personal power and healthy assertiveness in your life and relationships. Let's collaborate to embrace your full potential.
(647) 691-4344 View (647) 691-4344
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Alejandra Lindan
Registered Psychotherapist, MMT, RP
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4K  (Online Only)
My clients either directly experience or love someone who experiences “BPD / BPD traits,” or impulsive behaviours including suicidal behaviours, self-injury, anger outbursts, physical aggression, mild-to-moderate alcohol or drug overuse, bingeing, or mild-to-moderate purging.
Hi! Thanks for visiting. Maybe it’s like you’re about to drown in overwhelm, and you wish you could catch your breath. Maybe that out-of-control urge exploded again, and you wish you could find that kind of relief without all the mess afterward. Maybe it exploded in one or more of your relationships, and you don’t know what to do, but you feel unspeakably lost or lonely about it. Maybe at times you’ve given up on life being worth living. Maybe other times you do everything you can think of to survive. Or maybe it’s your teen or someone else you love who’s going through things like this, and you need support. I’d love to help.
My clients either directly experience or love someone who experiences “BPD / BPD traits,” or impulsive behaviours including suicidal behaviours, self-injury, anger outbursts, physical aggression, mild-to-moderate alcohol or drug overuse, bingeing, or mild-to-moderate purging.
Hi! Thanks for visiting. Maybe it’s like you’re about to drown in overwhelm, and you wish you could catch your breath. Maybe that out-of-control urge exploded again, and you wish you could find that kind of relief without all the mess afterward. Maybe it exploded in one or more of your relationships, and you don’t know what to do, but you feel unspeakably lost or lonely about it. Maybe at times you’ve given up on life being worth living. Maybe other times you do everything you can think of to survive. Or maybe it’s your teen or someone else you love who’s going through things like this, and you need support. I’d love to help.
(647) 559-3080 View (647) 559-3080
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DBT Virtual - DBT Program in ON, AB & NS (Online)
Registered Social Worker, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4Y  (Online Only)
DBT has proven to be effective for people with borderline personality disorder, anxiety, depression, aggression, substance use, self-harm and suicidal behaviours.
Do you often find yourself on an emotional rollercoaster, struggling to get a hold of strong urges and stay in control? We help people with intense emotions, self-defeating thoughts and unhealthy behaviours that get in the way of them feeling and functioning at their best. We're a team of therapists specializing in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and we're here to help you untangle longstanding patterns so that you can take back control over your emotions and live a more meaningful life.
DBT has proven to be effective for people with borderline personality disorder, anxiety, depression, aggression, substance use, self-harm and suicidal behaviours.
Do you often find yourself on an emotional rollercoaster, struggling to get a hold of strong urges and stay in control? We help people with intense emotions, self-defeating thoughts and unhealthy behaviours that get in the way of them feeling and functioning at their best. We're a team of therapists specializing in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and we're here to help you untangle longstanding patterns so that you can take back control over your emotions and live a more meaningful life.
(289) 210-5144 View (289) 210-5144
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Miranda Tong
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Richmond Hill, ON L4B
I am calm, non-judgemental and a skillful clinical social worker of extensive mental health knowledge and working experiences with individual and couple of diverse ethnic and cultural background. I have exceptional passion in working with people who experience and struggle with emotional and life adjustment difficulties, personal and relationship tension, poor school/occupational performance and behavioral challenge due to anxiety, depression, borderline personality traits, anger issue, loss/grief, post-traumatic stress disorder, trauma, ADHD, and chronic pain post motor vehicle accident.
I am calm, non-judgemental and a skillful clinical social worker of extensive mental health knowledge and working experiences with individual and couple of diverse ethnic and cultural background. I have exceptional passion in working with people who experience and struggle with emotional and life adjustment difficulties, personal and relationship tension, poor school/occupational performance and behavioral challenge due to anxiety, depression, borderline personality traits, anger issue, loss/grief, post-traumatic stress disorder, trauma, ADHD, and chronic pain post motor vehicle accident.
(647) 558-9812 View (647) 558-9812
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Khatiza Bi Bi
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Etobicoke, ON M9B  (Online Only)
I specialize in supporting individuals and couples navigating trauma, relationships, addictions, bpd, anxiety and more.
Are your thoughts taking control? Not feeling yourself? Experienced something tough recently that you can't seem to get past? Going through family struggles, relationship conflict or communication breakdown? Or are you looking for help for a child or teen? Sometimes life struggles can become roadblocks that prevent us from working towards our goals and living our best, most fulfilling lives. As a therapist, I want to help you work through those roadblocks. I strive to provide a safe, nonjudgmental, and collaborative space to help you work through struggles, achieve your goals and get back to a fulfilling, meaningful life.
I specialize in supporting individuals and couples navigating trauma, relationships, addictions, bpd, anxiety and more.
Are your thoughts taking control? Not feeling yourself? Experienced something tough recently that you can't seem to get past? Going through family struggles, relationship conflict or communication breakdown? Or are you looking for help for a child or teen? Sometimes life struggles can become roadblocks that prevent us from working towards our goals and living our best, most fulfilling lives. As a therapist, I want to help you work through those roadblocks. I strive to provide a safe, nonjudgmental, and collaborative space to help you work through struggles, achieve your goals and get back to a fulfilling, meaningful life.
(365) 305-0182 View (365) 305-0182
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Liora Barook
Registered Psychotherapist, Hons BA, MACP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L4J  (Online Only)
Are you looking to enhance your life and better manage stressors? Would you benefit from someone to support you while you navigate the difficulties you currently face? I strive to nurture safety and vulnerability in my clients so they are able to work through their emotional pain, defuse from their negative thoughts, develop coping skills and care for their overall mental health. I have experience working with women and men; teens, millennial and adults navigating anxiety, ADHD, depression, eating disorders, relationship issues, narcissistic parents or partners, and borderline personality disorder.
Are you looking to enhance your life and better manage stressors? Would you benefit from someone to support you while you navigate the difficulties you currently face? I strive to nurture safety and vulnerability in my clients so they are able to work through their emotional pain, defuse from their negative thoughts, develop coping skills and care for their overall mental health. I have experience working with women and men; teens, millennial and adults navigating anxiety, ADHD, depression, eating disorders, relationship issues, narcissistic parents or partners, and borderline personality disorder.
(365) 400-1343 View (365) 400-1343
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Kaitlyn Martino
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Sharon, ON L0G
I have worked with individuals facing varying life challenges and/or diagnosis, including borderline personality disorder, anxiety, depression, PTSD, Autism, ADHD & dual diagnosis.
We all need support in navigating life’s hardships, which can leave us feeling stuck, alone and overwhelmed. I strive to create a safe, caring, collaborative and supportive environment for you to explore life’s hardships, while also encouraging you to recognize your strengths. It is important for me to create connection, understanding, compassion, empathy and self-growth in your therapeutic experience. My goal is to support you in developing tools and coping strategies, while also digging deeper to create understanding of the underlying origin of patterns and themes within your life that are no longer serving you.
I have worked with individuals facing varying life challenges and/or diagnosis, including borderline personality disorder, anxiety, depression, PTSD, Autism, ADHD & dual diagnosis.
We all need support in navigating life’s hardships, which can leave us feeling stuck, alone and overwhelmed. I strive to create a safe, caring, collaborative and supportive environment for you to explore life’s hardships, while also encouraging you to recognize your strengths. It is important for me to create connection, understanding, compassion, empathy and self-growth in your therapeutic experience. My goal is to support you in developing tools and coping strategies, while also digging deeper to create understanding of the underlying origin of patterns and themes within your life that are no longer serving you.
(289) 312-8375 View (289) 312-8375
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Marcus Kupila
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, CFRC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6H
Significant experience with first responders, LGBTQ, substance abuse, Borderline Personality Disorder, and suicide/self-harm.
Currently offering remote sessions (video). Accepting new clients. I am a Clinical Supervisor. When most clients come to me they don't know where to start and they haven't been able to overcome their problems alone or with their friend's advice. My clients need someone to listen, someone who knows about the fake face, someone who can help them understand "why"; and help them find a way to get healthy. I have a Masters in Counseling Psychology from OISE UofT the University of Toronto where I learned to use research-supported methods to help clients be empowered. Clients are always the experts on themselves.
Significant experience with first responders, LGBTQ, substance abuse, Borderline Personality Disorder, and suicide/self-harm.
Currently offering remote sessions (video). Accepting new clients. I am a Clinical Supervisor. When most clients come to me they don't know where to start and they haven't been able to overcome their problems alone or with their friend's advice. My clients need someone to listen, someone who knows about the fake face, someone who can help them understand "why"; and help them find a way to get healthy. I have a Masters in Counseling Psychology from OISE UofT the University of Toronto where I learned to use research-supported methods to help clients be empowered. Clients are always the experts on themselves.
(647) 696-6437 View (647) 696-6437
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Glimmer Health | Your Therapy Team
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW, RP
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M6B
Through our premium counselling service and quality guarantee we've helped hundreds of clients with: anxiety & depression, stress & trauma/PTSD, social issues, ADHD, addiction, borderline personality disorder, binge-eating disorder, relationship and family conflict, anger management, self-esteem issues , grief & bereavement, and much more!.
Other clinics may offer you a therapist match right away. We won’t match you with a therapist until we know more about you, what you’re feeling, and your history. You deserve to have the right care. At Glimmer, it’s our mission to make sure of it.
Through our premium counselling service and quality guarantee we've helped hundreds of clients with: anxiety & depression, stress & trauma/PTSD, social issues, ADHD, addiction, borderline personality disorder, binge-eating disorder, relationship and family conflict, anger management, self-esteem issues , grief & bereavement, and much more!.
Other clinics may offer you a therapist match right away. We won’t match you with a therapist until we know more about you, what you’re feeling, and your history. You deserve to have the right care. At Glimmer, it’s our mission to make sure of it.
(437) 372-5155 View (437) 372-5155
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Ryan Salter Online Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4K  (Online Only)
These brains of ours don't come with instruction manuals - figuring out how to navigate life is tough enough, but can sometimes seem impossible when we experience mental health difficulties. I specialize in working with people with BPD (attachment trauma), anxiety disorders, OCD, couples and people with complex difficulties who may have been given multiple diagnoses. Therapy can be a strange process, I try to make it simple and straightforward. We get to know each other, and figure out if we’re a good fit. We get a clear picture of what the problems are, and what’s going wrong (and what’s going right) in your life.
These brains of ours don't come with instruction manuals - figuring out how to navigate life is tough enough, but can sometimes seem impossible when we experience mental health difficulties. I specialize in working with people with BPD (attachment trauma), anxiety disorders, OCD, couples and people with complex difficulties who may have been given multiple diagnoses. Therapy can be a strange process, I try to make it simple and straightforward. We get to know each other, and figure out if we’re a good fit. We get a clear picture of what the problems are, and what’s going wrong (and what’s going right) in your life.
(249) 506-5029 View (249) 506-5029
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Jess Erb, Centred Self Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, DPsych
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5H  (Online Only)
I specialize in any sort of (inter)personal trauma – including self-harm, eating distress, sexual, emotional, domestic, or physical abuse - and BPD.
If you're reading this, you've already made one of the bravest steps towards help and life-long change. One reason I started Centred Self Psychotherapy is because I wanted to ensure clients get incredible psychotherapists, who are self-aware, passionate & skilled. At Centred Self, we believe that psychotherapy is first and foremost about relationship – to be able to delve into even the scariest of topics with someone that you trust. We do not practice a ‘band-aid’ approach, but work to create lasting change, getting to the root of what's going on. We also offer Reduced Cost Therapy with our student clinic, and EMDR with Gina Lihou.
I specialize in any sort of (inter)personal trauma – including self-harm, eating distress, sexual, emotional, domestic, or physical abuse - and BPD.
If you're reading this, you've already made one of the bravest steps towards help and life-long change. One reason I started Centred Self Psychotherapy is because I wanted to ensure clients get incredible psychotherapists, who are self-aware, passionate & skilled. At Centred Self, we believe that psychotherapy is first and foremost about relationship – to be able to delve into even the scariest of topics with someone that you trust. We do not practice a ‘band-aid’ approach, but work to create lasting change, getting to the root of what's going on. We also offer Reduced Cost Therapy with our student clinic, and EMDR with Gina Lihou.
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Jessica Capra
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MC
Verified Verified
Barrie, ON L4N
Specializing in personality and mood disorders including borderline personality disorder, depression, anxiety, OCD, bi polar disorder, grief and loss, anger.
Feelings of abandonment, anxiety, depression, grief, anger. Emotional regulation difficulties. Parental mental illness and or addiction. OCD, sensory processing disorders.
Specializing in personality and mood disorders including borderline personality disorder, depression, anxiety, OCD, bi polar disorder, grief and loss, anger.
Feelings of abandonment, anxiety, depression, grief, anger. Emotional regulation difficulties. Parental mental illness and or addiction. OCD, sensory processing disorders.
(249) 496-2140 View (249) 496-2140
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Rachel Liebman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4K
As a clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience, I help teenagers, adults, couples or parents make sense of their past experiences so that they can have more fulfilling lives in the present and future. I have a special interest in working with individuals and couples with trauma who struggle with self harming behaviours like eating disorders, suicide, self injury, as well as people struggling with borderline personality disorder and emotion dysregulation. Beyond these specific issues, if your goal is to understand, appreciate, and break old patterns that are standing in your way, I am here to help you in that process.
As a clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience, I help teenagers, adults, couples or parents make sense of their past experiences so that they can have more fulfilling lives in the present and future. I have a special interest in working with individuals and couples with trauma who struggle with self harming behaviours like eating disorders, suicide, self injury, as well as people struggling with borderline personality disorder and emotion dysregulation. Beyond these specific issues, if your goal is to understand, appreciate, and break old patterns that are standing in your way, I am here to help you in that process.
(416) 236-8162 View (416) 236-8162
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Amanda Buckingham
Registered Social Worker, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4J  (Online Only)
Offering DBT and Radically Open DBT! Are you always extremely organized? Do you put 110% into your work and set high personal standards? Good for you! These traits are often applauded by society, and those around us, however, research shows that “too much of a good thing” can lead to other problems such as chronic depression, anxiety, anorexia nervosa, and obsessive-compulsive personality disorder.If you are someone who is using self harm to cope, or experiencing suicidal thoughts and urges, I am here to support as well. I am passionate about supporting people with borderline personality disorder as it can be so misunderstood.
Offering DBT and Radically Open DBT! Are you always extremely organized? Do you put 110% into your work and set high personal standards? Good for you! These traits are often applauded by society, and those around us, however, research shows that “too much of a good thing” can lead to other problems such as chronic depression, anxiety, anorexia nervosa, and obsessive-compulsive personality disorder.If you are someone who is using self harm to cope, or experiencing suicidal thoughts and urges, I am here to support as well. I am passionate about supporting people with borderline personality disorder as it can be so misunderstood.
(437) 747-4672 View (437) 747-4672
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Hailey Goldberg
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5N  (Online Only)
I am a Registered Social Worker (MSW) who is experienced in helping people work through mental health challenges and improve their quality of life. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, Borderline Personality Disorder, self-harming behaviours, as well as suicidal ideations. I believe that every person can benefit from talking with a counsellor; there is no problem too big or too small. I am passionate about mental health and dedicated to enriching the lives of my clients. Together we can work to identify your strengths and achieve wellness.
I am a Registered Social Worker (MSW) who is experienced in helping people work through mental health challenges and improve their quality of life. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, Borderline Personality Disorder, self-harming behaviours, as well as suicidal ideations. I believe that every person can benefit from talking with a counsellor; there is no problem too big or too small. I am passionate about mental health and dedicated to enriching the lives of my clients. Together we can work to identify your strengths and achieve wellness.
(647) 691-0223 View (647) 691-0223
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Adriana Mancipe
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP (Q) , MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6P  (Online Only)
My experience includes working with individuals who present with anxiety, self-esteem and attachment issues, depression, ADHD, BPD, autism, and matters related to migration and acculturation.
I’m a registered psychotherapist qualifying and I’m passionate about helping neurodivergent individuals who have been impacted by trauma and anxiety learn how to heal consciously. The majority of my practice focuses on helping my clients heal their emotional wounds, recover from trauma, overcome anxiety and depression, develop constructive coping strategies to alleviate distress, and guide and support them in navigating life transitions.
My experience includes working with individuals who present with anxiety, self-esteem and attachment issues, depression, ADHD, BPD, autism, and matters related to migration and acculturation.
I’m a registered psychotherapist qualifying and I’m passionate about helping neurodivergent individuals who have been impacted by trauma and anxiety learn how to heal consciously. The majority of my practice focuses on helping my clients heal their emotional wounds, recover from trauma, overcome anxiety and depression, develop constructive coping strategies to alleviate distress, and guide and support them in navigating life transitions.
(647) 370-2409 View (647) 370-2409
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Caitlin Doherty
Registered Social Worker, RSW, BSW, MA
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M6H  (Online Only)
My name is Cait (she/they) and I am a registered social worker. I work with clients from where they are at, working collaboratively to figure out what challenges you, what you want to process and learn from. I am not here to tell you what to do, but to support in figuring out next steps, skills and processing trauma and life events. I work with clients to figure out what they need, their values, their identity and their boundaries. I work extensively with clients who are neurodivergent and/or have Bipolar Disorder or Borderline Personality Disorder, although I have experience with many mental health challenges.
My name is Cait (she/they) and I am a registered social worker. I work with clients from where they are at, working collaboratively to figure out what challenges you, what you want to process and learn from. I am not here to tell you what to do, but to support in figuring out next steps, skills and processing trauma and life events. I work with clients to figure out what they need, their values, their identity and their boundaries. I work extensively with clients who are neurodivergent and/or have Bipolar Disorder or Borderline Personality Disorder, although I have experience with many mental health challenges.
(289) 806-3368 View (289) 806-3368

Borderline Personality (BPD) Counsellors

What is the most successful approach to treating borderline personality disorder?

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is considered the gold standard of treatment for borderline personality disorder. An evidence-based treatment, it addresses the extreme emotional reactivity, the relationship difficulties, and the acts of self-harm that create so much distress for BPD patients. DBT is a comprehensive program that includes both regular individual psychotherapy sessions and weekly group sessions of skills training.

What happens in treatment of borderline personality disorder?

Treatment typically consists of weekly individual therapy sessions that last an hour and group skill-focused instructional sessions that may last up to two hours. Patients are typically given homework “assignments” in which they are asked to practice in their daily life the skills they acquire in therapy. Patients also keep a diary tracking their emotions and impulses as a way to know which situations are most problematic and to help them gain control over their own behavior. Difficult situations and feelings are typically reviewed in therapy sessions and more constructive solutions found.

What kinds of problems does BPD treatment help with?

DBT was initially developed to dampen the self-destructive impulses of chronically suicidal patients. It is now the treatment of choice for borderline personality disorder, a serious condition marked by extreme emotional reactivity, relationship instability, and self-injurious behaviors. Treatment of BPD helps patients tolerate the flux of emotions without acting on them, often with a specific focus on tolerating negative emotions. DBT addresses the core problems of BPD—fear of abandonment, low self-esteem, and impulsivity.

What is the goal of treatment in borderline personality disorder?

The goal of treatment for borderline personality disorder (BPD) is to relieve the extreme emotional distress that patients experience—to curb their emotional reactivity, to minimize their inclination to self-harm, and to reduce their impulsivity. Toward these ends, patients are not only taught an array of new coping skills and techniques for emotional regulation, they are given opportunities to practice them. Another major goal of treatment is interpersonal effectiveness; patients learn and problem-solve ways to effectively communicate in relationships, especially how to ask for what they need as a way to minimize hurt feelings.