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BPD Diaries: Stories and Science with Steff

BPD Support
Borderline Personality Disorder
BPD
DBT
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
BPD (borderline Personality Disorder)
Schema Therapy
Stigma
Bipolar Disorder
Quiet BPD
Social Media
Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Mentalization
Sleep
Attachment Theory
Stoicism
Dr. Lucy Hutner
Histrionic Personality Disorder
Mental Health
Hospitalization
Eating Disorders

I'm Steff, psychologist & BPD Warrior. Join me for unfiltered stories, the latest research, & practical strategies that actually work. It’s real, raw, & honest talk about BPD, with just enough humor to make the hard stuff easier to hear. Whether you're navigating your own diagnosis, supporting someone who is, or just trying to understand, you're welcome here. Brought to you with love by Stephanie ... more

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Latest Episodes

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In this short episode, we see that BPD is more than its symptoms. Behind the reactions are human beings trying to make... more

Is Medication the Best Solution for BPD?

In this episode, I sit down with Professor Joanna Moncrieff, Professor of Critical and Social Psychiatry at University College London and practising consultant psychiatrist, for a conversation that challenge... more

I Was Hospitalised Again and Again. Then I Discovered DBT

What does recovery from BPD actually look like?

In this deeply honest conversation, Debbie DeMarco Bennett, better known as Debbie Corso, author of Stronger Than BPD and founder of DBT Path,... more

Why can spending money feel like emotional relief when you have BPD?

You feel empty, lonely, rejected, angry or overwhelmed. Then you see something you want. And that little voice says, "Buy it!"

In this episode, I explore the complicated relations... more

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Joanna Moncrieff
Professor of Critical and Social Psychiatry at University College London; practising consultant psychiatrist
University College London
Episode: What Are Psychiatric Drugs Actually Doing to Your Brain? And Do They Help BPD? | Psychiatrist Dr Joanna Moncrieff
Debbie Corso
Debbie DeMarco Bennett, pen name Debbie Corso; author, founder of DBT Path, BPD recovery advocate
DBT Path
Episode: Stronger Than BPD: What Recovery Really Looks Like, And Should You Trust AI With Your Mental Health? | BPD Warrior Debbie Corso
Joost Hutsebaut
Professor, clinical psychologist and researcher focusing on adolescent personality pathology
Fiersprong (Netherlands) and Tilburg University
Episode: What Happens When You Diagnose A 14-Year-Old With BPD? | Teenage BPD Expert Professor Joost Hutsebaut
Arjan Videler
Professor in Psychotherapy in Older Adults at Tilburg University; Senior Researcher at PersonaCura
Tilburg University; PersonaCura
Episode: Is It Ever Too Late To Heal From BPD? | Late Life BPD Expert Professor Arjan Videler
Dr. Jillian Broadbear
Lead author of The Lived Experience of Men with a Diagnosis of Borderline Personality Disorder; researcher at Spectrum Personality Disorder Service
Spectrum Personality Disorder Service, Australia
Episode: 99% Sought Help. Most Didn't Get It In Time | BPD Expert Dr Jillian Broadbear on Men with BPD, Suicide & What Needs to Change

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Steff
Host and psychologist focusing on BPD education and advocacy; central figure in discussions and guidance.
Kerry Fisher
Co-host featured in various episodes, bringing warmth, lived experience, and supportive commentary.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings
  • A revelation.

    I’m so glad to have found this podcast. The combination of hard scientific references and deeply personal experiences have been profoundly validating on this long and difficult journey to living with BPD. Thank you.

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    Australia10 months ago

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Stronger Than BPD: What Recovery Really Looks Like, And Should You Trust AI With Your Mental Health? | BPD Warrior Debbie Corso
Q: What led to the actual diagnosis and how did DBT enter your life?
A combination of escalating emotional crises, difficulty with living up to job and relationship demands, and multiple hospitalizations prompted evaluation. The DBT-informed psychiatrist recognized the pattern of BPD traits, steered away from stigmatizing labels on the record, and introduced a path forward through DBT, which transformed Debbie's coping and daily functioning.
What Happens When You Diagnose A 14-Year-Old With BPD? | Teenage BPD Expert Professor Joost Hutsebaut
Q: What does it mean to diagnose PD in youth ethically and effectively?
Diagnosis can be a helpful recognition of vulnerability needing treatment, not a life sentence; it should be paired with hope, clear pathways to appropriate treatment, and a plan to minimize stigma while maximizing early support.
What Happens When You Diagnose A 14-Year-Old With BPD? | Teenage BPD Expert Professor Joost Hutsebaut
Q: What is the role of families in treatment, especially for youth with BPD?
Involving parents is crucial; helping them understand their part in interactions, regulating their own emotions, and supporting changes at home increases the likelihood of better outcomes for the young person.
What Happens When You Diagnose A 14-Year-Old With BPD? | Teenage BPD Expert Professor Joost Hutsebaut
Q: Can people with BPD actually recover?
Yes, they can recover from symptoms and often improve overall quality of life, though some may remain vulnerable to certain patterns; the important part is recognizing the possibility of meaningful life improvements and focusing on what helps people function better in daily life.

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