Borderline Personality (BPD) Treatment Centers in Farmington Hills, MI

Photo of Joe Kort - The Center for Relationship Health, Treatment Center, MSW, PhD
The Center for Relationship Health
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Do you feel shame about your sexual interests? Do you and your partner have sexual desire differences? Do you love your partner but are not "in love" with your partner? Psychotherapy services to individuals and couples. Specialties include sexual dysfunctions in both men and women including erectile dysfunction and desire disorders, Out of Control Sexual Behaviors/Sexual Addiction, Affairs, Internet Infidelity, Imago Relationship Therapy, LGBTQ Affirmative Therapy and Mixed Orientation Marriages. We also treat mood disorders such as depression and anxiety.
Do you feel shame about your sexual interests? Do you and your partner have sexual desire differences? Do you love your partner but are not "in love" with your partner? Psychotherapy services to individuals and couples. Specialties include sexual dysfunctions in both men and women including erectile dysfunction and desire disorders, Out of Control Sexual Behaviors/Sexual Addiction, Affairs, Internet Infidelity, Imago Relationship Therapy, LGBTQ Affirmative Therapy and Mixed Orientation Marriages. We also treat mood disorders such as depression and anxiety.
(248) 399-7447 View (248) 399-7447
Photo of James N Cass Jr - Drug Free Recovery Outpatient Treatment Center, Treatment Center, PhD, LMSW, CAADC, CCJP, DOT/SAP
Drug-Free Recovery Systems is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 2005 and licensed by the State of MI. We provide individuals, couples, families, and the community services regrading substance misuse and mental health. Our staff are licensed in Michigan. Other services available are substance abuse evaluations regarding DUI or drug charges and highway safety education for those who need those services. We also provide DOT ( Department of Transportation) SAP services for those who have their CDL license suspended due to alcohol or drug issues.
Drug-Free Recovery Systems is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 2005 and licensed by the State of MI. We provide individuals, couples, families, and the community services regrading substance misuse and mental health. Our staff are licensed in Michigan. Other services available are substance abuse evaluations regarding DUI or drug charges and highway safety education for those who need those services. We also provide DOT ( Department of Transportation) SAP services for those who have their CDL license suspended due to alcohol or drug issues.
(947) 333-8901 View (947) 333-8901
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Sollars and Associates
Treatment Center
Serves Area
I am a licensed psychologist and the clinical director of Sollars and Associates Integrative Counseling and Psychological Services. I have been providing counseling and psychotherapy for over 30 years in the Metro Detroit area and our group practice spans across the state of Michigan. With support, encouragement, and expert insight many people begin to feel better after their first session. Our therapists possess a great deal of experience in evaluating and working with children, adolescents, and families dealing with a variety of issues.
I am a licensed psychologist and the clinical director of Sollars and Associates Integrative Counseling and Psychological Services. I have been providing counseling and psychotherapy for over 30 years in the Metro Detroit area and our group practice spans across the state of Michigan. With support, encouragement, and expert insight many people begin to feel better after their first session. Our therapists possess a great deal of experience in evaluating and working with children, adolescents, and families dealing with a variety of issues.
(248) 862-1171 View (248) 862-1171
Photo of Melanie Lynn Schwartz - Viewpoint Psychology and Wellness, Treatment Center, PsyD, LP
Viewpoint Psychology and Wellness
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Since 2016, Viewpoint has established a strong reputation for exceptional mental health services in Southeast Michigan, with offices in Waterford, West Bloomfield, and Commerce Township. We offer a wide range of services, including individual, group, family, and couples counseling, medication management, and neuropsychological assessments, such as Autism Spectrum Disorder testing. Our dedicated team of clinicians is available seven days a week, including evenings, to ensure accessibility. For more information on our services and therapists, please visit our website. We also accept various insurance plans. We take pride in being an active community partner, engaging in initiatives that promote collaboration and support. Our partnerships with local law enforcement, Youth Assistance programs, coalitions, and Park and Recreation services enhance community well-being. Through these efforts, we contribute to a holistic approach to mental health care focused on prevention, education, and community involvement, fostering a supportive environment for individuals on their mental health journey.
Since 2016, Viewpoint has established a strong reputation for exceptional mental health services in Southeast Michigan, with offices in Waterford, West Bloomfield, and Commerce Township. We offer a wide range of services, including individual, group, family, and couples counseling, medication management, and neuropsychological assessments, such as Autism Spectrum Disorder testing. Our dedicated team of clinicians is available seven days a week, including evenings, to ensure accessibility. For more information on our services and therapists, please visit our website. We also accept various insurance plans. We take pride in being an active community partner, engaging in initiatives that promote collaboration and support. Our partnerships with local law enforcement, Youth Assistance programs, coalitions, and Park and Recreation services enhance community well-being. Through these efforts, we contribute to a holistic approach to mental health care focused on prevention, education, and community involvement, fostering a supportive environment for individuals on their mental health journey.
(248) 406-6613 View (248) 406-6613
Photo of Courtney Shannon Greulich - Bluestone Children's Center, Treatment Center, MS, BCBA, LBA
Bluestone Children's Center
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Our clinic is a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary healthcare facility dedicated to providing a wide range of services to support mental and physical well-being. We specialize in counseling, speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and behavioral therapy. Our team of professionals is equipped to assist patients with various conditions, including ADD, ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, and other disorders. We are committed to serving a diverse patient population. Our goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients by providing personalized, high-quality care in a welcoming environment. We are actively seeking to welcome more patients to benefit from our holistic healthcare approach.
Our clinic is a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary healthcare facility dedicated to providing a wide range of services to support mental and physical well-being. We specialize in counseling, speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and behavioral therapy. Our team of professionals is equipped to assist patients with various conditions, including ADD, ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, and other disorders. We are committed to serving a diverse patient population. Our goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients by providing personalized, high-quality care in a welcoming environment. We are actively seeking to welcome more patients to benefit from our holistic healthcare approach.
(734) 875-9417 View (734) 875-9417
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Lakes Psychiatric Center
Treatment Center
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
(947) 245-0770 View (947) 245-0770

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Photo of Kenneth DeBlock - Embark Behavioral Health , Treatment Center, LPC
Embark Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
Serves Area
We understand how heartbreaking it is to watch your adolescent or teen struggle with severe mental health conditions like suicidal thoughts, self-harm, depression and anxiety. As a parent or teen, the weight of these conditions can feel overwhelming, but you're not alone. Our residential treatment center in Independence, Missouri provides 24/7 care in a safe, home-like environment for adolescents and teens ages 12-18 of all genders. With constant supervision from a compassionate, experienced team, we offer personalized treatment designed to promote emotional safety and healing. You're in the right place, call today to get started.
We understand how heartbreaking it is to watch your adolescent or teen struggle with severe mental health conditions like suicidal thoughts, self-harm, depression and anxiety. As a parent or teen, the weight of these conditions can feel overwhelming, but you're not alone. Our residential treatment center in Independence, Missouri provides 24/7 care in a safe, home-like environment for adolescents and teens ages 12-18 of all genders. With constant supervision from a compassionate, experienced team, we offer personalized treatment designed to promote emotional safety and healing. You're in the right place, call today to get started.
(816) 754-0114 View (816) 754-0114
Photo of Kara Gross - Evolve DBT Residential Treatment Center for Teens, Treatment Center
We treat complex conditions including borderline personality disorder ( BPD), psychosis, and other co-occurring disorders.
At Evolve, we specialize in compassionate, individualized care for teens struggling with mental health, substance use, and behavioral challenges. Our short-term Residential Treatment Center (RTC) offers a safe, structured, and supportive environment where healing can begin. With only six teens in each home, we provide 24/7 supervision, personalized attention, and evidence-based therapies tailored to each adolescent’s unique needs. Rooted in empathy, connection, and clinical excellence, our RTC helps teens rediscover hope, build resilience, and take meaningful steps toward lasting wellness.
We treat complex conditions including borderline personality disorder ( BPD), psychosis, and other co-occurring disorders.
At Evolve, we specialize in compassionate, individualized care for teens struggling with mental health, substance use, and behavioral challenges. Our short-term Residential Treatment Center (RTC) offers a safe, structured, and supportive environment where healing can begin. With only six teens in each home, we provide 24/7 supervision, personalized attention, and evidence-based therapies tailored to each adolescent’s unique needs. Rooted in empathy, connection, and clinical excellence, our RTC helps teens rediscover hope, build resilience, and take meaningful steps toward lasting wellness.
(925) 306-1390 View (925) 306-1390
Photo of Marilyn Spiller - Sanford West Behavioral Health Campus, Treatment Center
Sanford West Behavioral Health Campus
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Sanford Behavioral Health is a residential and outpatient addiction, mental health, and eating disorder treatment center in Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan. Our newest facility, Sanford West Behavioral Health Campus, is 12 minutes from downtown Grand Rapids in Marne, Michigan. Sanford West is well positioned to treat high acuity patients with an integrated, individualized approach to treatment, Our programs are backed by a psychiatrist-led multi-disciplinary team of medical and clinical professionals, and most of our programs are available in person or via telehealth. Our continuum of care includes Detox; Residential Treatment, Partial Hospitalization ( day programs or PHP), Intensive Outpatient Programs (half-day programs or IOP); Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) and Medical Management; Outpatient Programs; and one-on-one and family counseling. In addition, Sanford West houses the first standalone residential eating disorder treatment center in Michigan. And although it is a big, sprawling campus, program areas are strategically divided into more intimate spaces.
Sanford Behavioral Health is a residential and outpatient addiction, mental health, and eating disorder treatment center in Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan. Our newest facility, Sanford West Behavioral Health Campus, is 12 minutes from downtown Grand Rapids in Marne, Michigan. Sanford West is well positioned to treat high acuity patients with an integrated, individualized approach to treatment, Our programs are backed by a psychiatrist-led multi-disciplinary team of medical and clinical professionals, and most of our programs are available in person or via telehealth. Our continuum of care includes Detox; Residential Treatment, Partial Hospitalization ( day programs or PHP), Intensive Outpatient Programs (half-day programs or IOP); Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) and Medical Management; Outpatient Programs; and one-on-one and family counseling. In addition, Sanford West houses the first standalone residential eating disorder treatment center in Michigan. And although it is a big, sprawling campus, program areas are strategically divided into more intimate spaces.
(231) 201-5337 View (231) 201-5337
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Evolve Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
1 Endorsed
Brighton, MI 48116
Evolve Behavioral Health in Brighton is a leading out-patient mental health practice serving Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw, Genesee and surrounding areas for the 15+ years. Evolve has highly trained, fully licensed therapists to work with individuals, couples and families across the life span. We offer treatment for a wide array of metal health challenges including depression, anxiety, trauma disorders and PTDS, marital challenges, grief and loss, autism, spectrum disorders, ADD/ADHD assessments and treatment, parenting support and adjustment disorders related to life's changes and challenges.
Evolve Behavioral Health in Brighton is a leading out-patient mental health practice serving Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw, Genesee and surrounding areas for the 15+ years. Evolve has highly trained, fully licensed therapists to work with individuals, couples and families across the life span. We offer treatment for a wide array of metal health challenges including depression, anxiety, trauma disorders and PTDS, marital challenges, grief and loss, autism, spectrum disorders, ADD/ADHD assessments and treatment, parenting support and adjustment disorders related to life's changes and challenges.
(810) 209-3852 View (810) 209-3852
Photo of Matthew Thatcher - BloomBHP, Treatment Center, LPC, CCS
BloomBHP
Treatment Center
Serves Area
At Bloom Behavioral Health Partners, we believe healing and growth happen in spaces where everyone belongs. Through Compassion, connection, and curiosity, we create a community where people feel supported, understood, and empowered to grow. We travel and explore with you developing a strong alliance, to best fit your process. A therapist near you in Michigan, we offer in person services in Grand Rapids and Grand Haven. Telehealth services for the state of Michigan and Illinois.
At Bloom Behavioral Health Partners, we believe healing and growth happen in spaces where everyone belongs. Through Compassion, connection, and curiosity, we create a community where people feel supported, understood, and empowered to grow. We travel and explore with you developing a strong alliance, to best fit your process. A therapist near you in Michigan, we offer in person services in Grand Rapids and Grand Haven. Telehealth services for the state of Michigan and Illinois.
(616) 208-4718 View (616) 208-4718
Photo of Henry Ford Behavioral Health - Henry Ford Behavioral Health Adolescent Inpatient, Treatment Center
At Henry Ford Behavioral Health Hospital, we provide inpatient care for adolescents ages 12-17 who are suffering from acute mental health concerns. In our structured inpatient program, young patients receive immediate, intensive treatment to alleviate their symptoms. Our team of experts delivers round-the-clock care, helping young people regain stability and prepare for the next steps on their path to healing. The average length of stay in our adolescent inpatient program is seven to 14 days, though each person’s length of stay can vary.
At Henry Ford Behavioral Health Hospital, we provide inpatient care for adolescents ages 12-17 who are suffering from acute mental health concerns. In our structured inpatient program, young patients receive immediate, intensive treatment to alleviate their symptoms. Our team of experts delivers round-the-clock care, helping young people regain stability and prepare for the next steps on their path to healing. The average length of stay in our adolescent inpatient program is seven to 14 days, though each person’s length of stay can vary.
(248) 665-8459 View (248) 665-8459
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Sollars and Associates
Treatment Center
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
I am a licensed psychologist and the clinical director of Sollars and Associates Integrative Counseling and Psychological Services. I have been providing counseling and psychotherapy for over 30 years in the Metro Detroit area and our group practice spans across the state of Michigan. With support, encouragement, and expert insight many people begin to feel better after their first session. Our therapists possess a great deal of experience in evaluating and working with children, adolescents, and families dealing with a variety of issues.
I am a licensed psychologist and the clinical director of Sollars and Associates Integrative Counseling and Psychological Services. I have been providing counseling and psychotherapy for over 30 years in the Metro Detroit area and our group practice spans across the state of Michigan. With support, encouragement, and expert insight many people begin to feel better after their first session. Our therapists possess a great deal of experience in evaluating and working with children, adolescents, and families dealing with a variety of issues.
(248) 862-1171 View (248) 862-1171
Photo of Henry Ford Bh Adult - Henry Ford Behavioral Health | Adult Inpatient, Treatment Center
Henry Ford Behavioral Health Hospital serves adults age 18 and older who are facing mental health conditions, such as depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. Our adult inpatient program is a short-term treatment option, with an average duration of seven to 14 days. During this time, patients can benefit from receiving individualized treatment, medication management, and constant supervision. This level of care focuses on crisis intervention and stabilization, helping patients build a strong foundation for healing.
Henry Ford Behavioral Health Hospital serves adults age 18 and older who are facing mental health conditions, such as depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. Our adult inpatient program is a short-term treatment option, with an average duration of seven to 14 days. During this time, patients can benefit from receiving individualized treatment, medication management, and constant supervision. This level of care focuses on crisis intervention and stabilization, helping patients build a strong foundation for healing.
(248) 600-4899 View (248) 600-4899
Photo of Marilyn Franklin - Wayne State University Psychology Clinic, Treatment Center, PhD
The Wayne State University Psychology Clinic provides a vast array of services to the metro Detroit area. Within a safe, confidential, and professional environment, a variety of clinical services are offered for children, adolescents, and adults. We are able to provide comprehensive psychological assessments to help identify and provide recommendations for ADHD, trauma, learning disabilities, behavioral problems, and personal and relationship difficulties. In addition, we provide therapy to individuals, couples, and families struggling with a variety of concerns, including trauma, depression and anxiety, substance abuse and other addictions, personality and relationship problems, trauma and posttraumatic stress disorder, grief and loss, identity and career conflicts, and trouble accessing or coping with emotions.
The Wayne State University Psychology Clinic provides a vast array of services to the metro Detroit area. Within a safe, confidential, and professional environment, a variety of clinical services are offered for children, adolescents, and adults. We are able to provide comprehensive psychological assessments to help identify and provide recommendations for ADHD, trauma, learning disabilities, behavioral problems, and personal and relationship difficulties. In addition, we provide therapy to individuals, couples, and families struggling with a variety of concerns, including trauma, depression and anxiety, substance abuse and other addictions, personality and relationship problems, trauma and posttraumatic stress disorder, grief and loss, identity and career conflicts, and trouble accessing or coping with emotions.
(313) 577-2840 View (313) 577-2840
Photo of Ben Brafman - The Sylvia Brafman Mental Health Center, Treatment Center, MS, LMHC, CAP
The Sylvia Brafman Mental Health Center
Treatment Center
Serves Area
When you know you need more than weekly therapy but your life can't stop for residential treatment, that's exactly where our programs fit. Our PHP, IOP, and outpatient programs in Tamarac, Florida, give you intensive daily clinical and psychiatric care while you keep living your life outside of sessions. PHP runs about six hours a day. IOP meets evenings, so you can work. Every patient gets a full diagnostic workup and an individualized treatment plan built from there, not a one-size-fits-all group schedule.
When you know you need more than weekly therapy but your life can't stop for residential treatment, that's exactly where our programs fit. Our PHP, IOP, and outpatient programs in Tamarac, Florida, give you intensive daily clinical and psychiatric care while you keep living your life outside of sessions. PHP runs about six hours a day. IOP meets evenings, so you can work. Every patient gets a full diagnostic workup and an individualized treatment plan built from there, not a one-size-fits-all group schedule.
(954) 287-0771 View (954) 287-0771
Photo of Smita Nagpal - Still Waters Counseling, Treatment Center, PhD, LP
Still Waters Counseling
Treatment Center
Saline, MI 48176
Still Waters Counseling is a diverse, family-friendly practice, founded in 2000. Today we offer outpatient counseling and psychological services for clients in 3 communities: Saline, Ann Arbor, and Adrian, Michigan. Still Waters Counseling is led by the husband-wife team of, Smita Nagpal, Ph.D and Brian Pearson, Ph.D., both dually licensed as psychologists and counselors. Together they supervise a multidisciplinary team of licensed psychologists, social workers and counselors to provide services to clients of all ages and backgrounds. The name Still Waters represents our aim to be still and reflective as therapists. It also speaks to the peace and calm we hope our clients will attain through counseling.
Still Waters Counseling is a diverse, family-friendly practice, founded in 2000. Today we offer outpatient counseling and psychological services for clients in 3 communities: Saline, Ann Arbor, and Adrian, Michigan. Still Waters Counseling is led by the husband-wife team of, Smita Nagpal, Ph.D and Brian Pearson, Ph.D., both dually licensed as psychologists and counselors. Together they supervise a multidisciplinary team of licensed psychologists, social workers and counselors to provide services to clients of all ages and backgrounds. The name Still Waters represents our aim to be still and reflective as therapists. It also speaks to the peace and calm we hope our clients will attain through counseling.
(734) 944-3446 View (734) 944-3446
Photo of Helene Creasy - Embark Behavioral Health , Treatment Center, LCSW, MSW, MBA
Embark Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Our residential treatment center in White Haven, Pennsylvania provides 24/7 care in a safe, home-like environment for adolescent and teen girls ages 12-17. We understand how heartbreaking it is to watch your adolescent or teen struggle with severe mental health conditions like suicidal thoughts, self-harm, depression and anxiety. As a parent or teen, the weight of these conditions can feel overwhelming, but you're not alone. With constant supervision from a compassionate, experienced team, we offer personalized treatment designed to promote emotional safety and healing.
Our residential treatment center in White Haven, Pennsylvania provides 24/7 care in a safe, home-like environment for adolescent and teen girls ages 12-17. We understand how heartbreaking it is to watch your adolescent or teen struggle with severe mental health conditions like suicidal thoughts, self-harm, depression and anxiety. As a parent or teen, the weight of these conditions can feel overwhelming, but you're not alone. With constant supervision from a compassionate, experienced team, we offer personalized treatment designed to promote emotional safety and healing.
(570) 658-8714 View (570) 658-8714
Photo of Kara Gross - Teen Depression Treatment Center at Evolve, Treatment Center
Teen Depression Treatment Center at Evolve
Treatment Center
Serves Area
We treat complex conditions including borderline personality disorder ( BPD), psychosis, and other co-occurring disorders.
Evolve offers proven, evidence-based therapy programs for teens struggling with mental health, substance use, or behavioral challenges. Our short-term residential treatment center (RTC) provides 24/7 supervision and individualized care in a safe, supportive setting. With only six teens in the program at a time, we deliver highly focused and personalized treatment. We also provide structured outpatient therapy through our full-day teen Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school teen Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Families can expect compassionate care and meaningful progress at every step.
We treat complex conditions including borderline personality disorder ( BPD), psychosis, and other co-occurring disorders.
Evolve offers proven, evidence-based therapy programs for teens struggling with mental health, substance use, or behavioral challenges. Our short-term residential treatment center (RTC) provides 24/7 supervision and individualized care in a safe, supportive setting. With only six teens in the program at a time, we deliver highly focused and personalized treatment. We also provide structured outpatient therapy through our full-day teen Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school teen Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Families can expect compassionate care and meaningful progress at every step.
(925) 478-5244 View (925) 478-5244
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Journey To Healing
Treatment Center
Detroit, MI 48238
We understand that life happens and your journey through life may not always be easy. That is why our team of clinicians are here to support you on your journey to healing! The Journey to Healing Therapy and Wellness Clinic provides evidence-based education, outreach programming, and clinical therapeutic services to families who experienced trauma related to grief, loss, and everyday life experiences. We provide in-person and telehealth therapeutic services within a safe, confidential, and professional environment. Our clinical services are offered for children, adolescents, and adults to foster healing and recovery from even the most pressing mental health concerns. Our services are evidence-based, diverse, equitable, and inclusive. Our trained professionals facilitate treatment with compassion and dignity. We use evidence-based therapeutic interventions during each session to foster the learning of coping skills.
We understand that life happens and your journey through life may not always be easy. That is why our team of clinicians are here to support you on your journey to healing! The Journey to Healing Therapy and Wellness Clinic provides evidence-based education, outreach programming, and clinical therapeutic services to families who experienced trauma related to grief, loss, and everyday life experiences. We provide in-person and telehealth therapeutic services within a safe, confidential, and professional environment. Our clinical services are offered for children, adolescents, and adults to foster healing and recovery from even the most pressing mental health concerns. Our services are evidence-based, diverse, equitable, and inclusive. Our trained professionals facilitate treatment with compassion and dignity. We use evidence-based therapeutic interventions during each session to foster the learning of coping skills.
(313) 284-9418 View (313) 284-9418

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Borderline Personality (BPD) Treatment Centers
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.