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Understanding & Managing Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)

BPD is more than just emotional ups and downs – it’s a distressing condition that affects self-image, relationships and emotional regulation.

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a complex mental health condition that impacts how individuals perceive themselves, regulate emotions and interact with others. People with BPD often experience intense mood swings, impulsivity, fears of abandonment and difficulties in relationships.

While BPD can be challenging, effective treatments are available, and with the right support, you can develop stability, emotional resilience and a greater sense of self-understanding.

At Dr Jo Gee Psychotherapy, we offer specialist therapy for BPD, providing the tools to manage symptoms, regulate emotions and build healthier relationships. Whether you visit us at our Guildford clinic or choose online therapy, our team is here to support you every step of the way.

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Understanding BPD

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BPD is a personality disorder that affects emotions, behaviours and relationships.

Those with BPD may struggle with:

  • Emotional Dysregulation: Intense emotions that shift rapidly and often feeling overwhelming.
  • Impulsivity: Engaging in risky behaviours such as overspending, substance use or reckless decision-making.
  • Unstable Relationships: Fear of abandonment, difficulty maintaining long-term connections and fluctuating between idealising and devaluing others.
  • Identity Struggles: An unclear or shifting sense of self, often dependent on external validation.
  • Self-Harm or Suicidal Thoughts: BPD can increase the risk of self-injury or suicidal ideation as a way of coping with emotional pain.

These symptoms can make everyday life challenging, but therapy can provide tools to manage emotional distress and improve overall well-being.

 

When to Seek Help for BPD

If BPD symptoms affect your relationships, work or emotional wellbeing, therapy can provide valuable support. You may benefit from BPD therapy if:

  • You experience intense emotions that feel out of control or overwhelming.
  • You struggle with impulsive behaviours that negatively impact your life.
  • Your relationships feel unstable, and you fear being abandoned or rejected.
  • You often feel unsure of who you are or struggle with low self-worth.
  • You experience frequent mood swings, anger or feelings of emptiness.
  • You engage in self-harm or experience thoughts of suicide.

Seeking professional help can provide you with the skills and support needed to gain stability, improve relationships and build self-compassion.

 

A Safe Space for Healing

Living with BPD can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to go through it alone.

Our therapists offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can explore your experiences, develop emotional resilience and learn tools to manage distress.

We use evidence-based therapies designed specifically to help individuals with BPD regain control over their emotions, strengthen relationships and build a sense of stability.

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Causes of BPD

BPD does not have a single cause – it develops due to a combination of genetic, neurological and environmental factors.

Common contributors include:

  • Genetics: BPD can run in families, suggesting a hereditary link.
  • Brain Function: Differences in brain areas related to emotion regulation and impulse control.
  • Early Life Experiences: Childhood trauma, neglect or instability can increase the risk of developing BPD.
  • Environmental Stressors: Chronic stress, chaotic relationships or significant life events can contribute to BPD symptoms.

Understanding the root causes of BPD can help individuals and therapists develop effective treatment plans tailored to specific needs.

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Who Can Benefit from BPD Therapy?

Therapy can be transformative for those with BPD, helping them build emotional resilience and navigate relationships more effectively.

You may benefit from therapy if you:

  • Struggle with intense mood swings and emotional reactions.
  • Have difficulty maintaining stable, healthy relationships.
  • Experience frequent fears of abandonment or rejection.
  • Engage in impulsive or self-destructive behaviours.
  • Find it hard to regulate emotions without feeling overwhelmed.
  • Want to develop self-acceptance and healthier coping strategies.

Therapy provides structured support to help individuals with BPD gain control over their emotions and live a more fulfilling life.

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How Therapy Can Help with BPD

Our therapists use gold-standard, evidence-based treatments designed to help individuals with BPD develop healthier emotional regulation and coping strategies, including:

With specialist therapy, those with BPD can learn to manage emotions more effectively, build healthier relationships, and develop a stronger sense of self.

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Clients visit us from several nearby locations, including Addlestone, Aldershot, Ashford, Bisley, Camberley, Chertsey, Chobham, Cobham, Cranleigh, Dorking, Egham, Epsom, Esher, Farnham, Farnborough, Fleet, Godalming, Guildford, Haslemere, Horley, Horsham, Kingston, Leatherhead, Lightwater, Oxshot, Redhill, Reigate, Richmond, Send, Shere, Staines-upon-Thames, Sunbury-on-Thames, Surbiton, Virginia Water, Walton-on-Thames, West End, Weybridge, Windlesham and Woking.

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