Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a complex and often misunderstood mental health condition that requires a nuanced, evidence-based approach to treatment. This on-demand course, provides mental health professionals with the tools they need to effectively support individuals with BPD.
This course covers diagnostic criteria, evidence-based treatments, clinician biases, and cultural considerations, equipping participants with the skills to foster trust and stability in therapeutic relationships. Whether you're a seasoned clinician or new to working with BPD, this training will deepen your understanding and enhance your ability to provide effective, stigma-free care.
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify the core features and diagnostic criteria of BPD, including emotional dysregulation, impulsivity, and interpersonal instability as outlined in the DSM-5.
- Recognize the role of stigma and clinician bias in treating individuals with BPD and understand how these factors impact treatment effectiveness.
- Implement evidence-based treatment approaches, such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), to improve emotional regulation and client outcomes.
- Develop culturally sensitive strategies to understand and address how cultural factors influence BPD expression, diagnosis, and treatment.
- Enhance therapeutic engagement by building strong, trust-based clinician-patient relationships that support long-term stability and symptom reduction.