Understanding Borderline Personality Disorder with Amanda L. Smith, LCSW

In this episode of Hope Stories with Sister Josephine Garrett,
Amanda Smith, a Catholic therapist and executive director at
NAMI, shares her insights on borderline personality disorder
(BPD) and the transformative potential of dialectical behavior
therapy (DBT). They discuss the profound emotional pain and fear
of abandonment experienced by individuals with BPD, the societal
and self-stigmatization of the disorder, and the importance of
early intervention and treatment. Amanda emphasizes the
intersection of faith and therapy, highlighting how internalizing
God's unconditional love can aid in the healing process. The
episode also explores Amanda's experiences with burnout and the
emotional toll of working with underserved populations, calling
for increased compassion and understanding towards those with
personality disorders.

Blessed Eustochium Bellini, Pray for us. 

Links: 


Amanda's Website Hope for BPD

Amanda's Amazon Author Page

Information on BPD

Helpful therapy approach for personality disorders

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