So I hear BDP isn't a death sentence anymore. There is lots of help out there. While I believe there is some help (mostly from books.) I don't think there are a lot of qualified therapists willing to take your insurance. If you are like me and have BPD keeping a job is pretty hard and therefore, money is always tight.

If you have issues relating to people then how does one function effectively in a work enviroment?

It would be nice if I could apply for disability but I'm not sick enough. Which is suppose to be a good thing. The thing is - I don't want to be sick.

And when you have BPD along with some untreated learning disabilities it makes working REALLY hard.

Suggestions and support are most welcome

[ECHOES]

There are therapists out there who do specialize in bpd as well as other things. They may list things like depression and anxiety for the insurance companies, but treat a variety of issues. If you find a therapist who doesn't accept your insurance you can still go and pay out of pocket; sometimes the therapist is willing to reduce their rate when they don't have to spend time and money on insurance forms, phone calls, etc.

Also, if you find a therapist who works with bpd, but doesn't take your insurance or they aren't taking new patients, you can call and ask them for a referral to a colleague. She knew of others who could help and said that therapists sometimes will issues they specialize in that the insurance companies will approve. My therapist was going to do this but I chose to pay out of pocket. I really like that I don't have to bother with insurance at all, that the insurance company is not butting in

Maybe this will help:
http://therapists.psychologytoday.com/rms/:
You can search by "Personality Disorders" or by individual symptoms like depression, anxiety, etc.

The good news about bpd is that you can grow right out of it

Thanks for the link Echoes!

I know what you mean about insurance companies. Everytime I have to deal with an insurance issue: I flip out. Usually, I have to call several times to get a customer service rep. who has a few brain cells and some knowledge about coverage.

I've also heard that you can grow out of BPD - but who knows?

Decided to try something new: Childhood Denial. (BTW- I made that up)
Everytime I want to reflect on something in my past I stop myself and think about the present. The benfits are limited so far.

[ECHOES]

I work in insurance. If I can ever help, let me know.

Do you have a therapist to help you grow
Growth isn't always a straight, smooth path, but it is an enlightening journey!

Originally Posted by ECHOES

I work in insurance. If I can ever help, let me know.

Do you have a therapist to help you grow

I did have two years of talk therapy which helped. My therapist never alerted me that I had BPD and when I told my old psychiatrist that I believe I have BPD she said "Really? I don't see it?" I said "But I have almost all the criteria?" She said "Oh..well..then you probably do have it."

My current psychiatrist sees me every couple of months for "medication management." The visit lasts 10 minutes, it's him typing on a laptop and me reading over the prescription to make sure he wrote it correctly (cannot tell you how many times I had to hand it back.)

Funds are so tight right now which is why I'm procrastinating. I figured maybe I can come here and work out issues. Sometimes support groups are so much better.

Hugs for your offer to help!

[kashmir0]

I find the most effective way to beat BPD is by working with a good psychologist over a long period of time. With the right resources you can do it the psychologist doesn't necessarily have to specialize in BPD to be good because in the end no one can cure it but yourself. A good psychologist will guide you to finding yourself and finding out exactly what needs to change and how to change it. No one can help you but yourself!

[sundog]

Perhaps you can look into some Dialectial Behavior Therapy. Here is some wiki info on it http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dialect...havior_therapy I have had this therapy and I found it helpful. It was developed specifically for Borderline Personality Disorder but it's now used for other conditions as well, including depression and anxiety. My insurance covered DBT.

Wishing you all the best!

Originally Posted by kashmir0

I find the most effective way to beat BPD is by working with a good psychologist over a long period of time. With the right resources you can do it the psychologist doesn't necessarily have to specialize in BPD to be good because in the end no one can cure it but yourself. A good psychologist will guide you to finding yourself and finding out exactly what needs to change and how to change it. No one can help you but yourself!

I've been reading every book on BPD I can get my hands on. Changes in my mind and lifestyle are needed. You're right, a good psychologist would be helpful.

Originally Posted by sundog

Perhaps you can look into some Dialectial Behavior Therapy. Here is some wiki info on it http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dialect...havior_therapy I have had this therapy and I found it helpful. It was developed specifically for Borderline Personality Disorder but it's now used for other conditions as well, including depression and anxiety. My insurance covered DBT.

Wishing you all the best!

Your insurance covered DBT? Was it a special DBT group?

[sundog]

It was a DBT group in my local hospital. The hospital is part of the insurance company. So all the treatment at their hospitals is covered (except for a co-pay). But, a lot of the therapy groups they offer are also open to non-members. So it's possible for people who aren't covered by this insurance company to take part in certain therapy groups (for a fee). I'm in California. Maybe this is a California thing. I don't know.

Originally Posted by Amy22

So I hear BDP isn't a death sentence anymore. There is lots of help out there. While I believe there is some help (mostly from books.) I don't think there are a lot of qualified therapists willing to take your insurance. If you are like me and have BPD keeping a job is pretty hard and therefore, money is always tight.

If you have issues relating to people then how does one function effectively in a work enviroment?

It would be nice if I could apply for disability but I'm not sick enough. Which is suppose to be a good thing. The thing is - I don't want to be sick.

And when you have BPD along with some untreated learning disabilities it makes working REALLY hard.

Suggestions and support are most welcome

This week I'm going to take an active role in searching for employment. Wouldn't it be cool if you can write BPD on your resume -but have it be an asset?

Skills: BPD

Able to alert other employees immediately if there is a conflict. (Evidenced by giving others dirty looks, crying spells in the bathroom. Followed up by taking a sick day.)

[sundog]

^ LOL!

Good luck with your job search. I hope it goes well!