From Uncertainty to Understanding: Becoming an Effective Partner in Your Child’s

When a teen or young adult is struggling, hearing that they need Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) can bring a flood of questions: What exactly is DBT? What will treatment involve? And how can parents help without making things worse? The book So, Your Kid Needs DBT was written by Dr. Lyvia Chriki to answer these questions and address a common reality: parents and caregivers are often expected to play a critical role in treatment while receiving little guidance about what that role should be.

ChatBPD Skills Edition: Interpersonal Effectiveness

What do you do when you want to express your needs, maintain a relationship, and respect yourself — all at the same time? For many people impacted by borderline personality disorder (BPD), communication can feel emotionally overwhelming, especially during moments of conflict or misunderstanding. In this interactive ChatBPD Skills Edition session, members of our Lived Experience Committee will bring Interpersonal Effectiveness skills to life by sharing honest, real-world perspectives.

Find Your (Next) Fit: Volunteer Information Session

Interested in making a meaningful impact in the BPD community? During this session, you’ll hear about our volunteer program and current volunteer opportunities, learn how volunteers help create connection and hope, and have a chance to ask questions about getting involved.

ChatBPD: Relationships

More information coming soon!