Super Feeler: A BPD Podcast

When I read about Maya and Hilary's story in the news my heart sank. I didn't even have to finish the article to know that borderline personality disorder misunderstanding and stigma was at play. 
In this episode Hilary (Maya's mom) shares about the ways in which Maya's mental health changed, the help she tried to get, and the final days of her life where the combination of her mistrust of the health system and a subsequent FOI of her records led her to believe there was no hope left. It was that day that she tragically took her own life. 
Together, we explore Maya’s journey and the realities of navigating a system where critical information wasn’t fully seen, shared, or understood and the profound impact of hidden or missed diagnoses, and how a lack of communication across providers and supports can change the course of so many lives.

At the heart of this episode is a mother’s experience of loss — and the ongoing grief that comes with it. We talk about the “what if’s” that linger, the questions that don’t have answers, and the emotional weight of trying to make sense of it all. 

Links and resources: 
You can read the original article that Laurie read here. 
Learn more about the Maya Veronica Cassidy Mental Wellness Fund here.
Sashbear support for families
Kelty Resource Centre for youth
Foundry BC youth wellness centres
Trigger warning: This episode discusses a completed suicide.
Support the show
If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. 
Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) 
If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line
Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! 

Thank you for listening!

Dr. Steven Huprich, a leading clinical psychologist, researcher, and professor, specializing in personality disorder assessment, diagnosis and treatment. 

Together we unpack the differences between the DSM-5 and ICD-11 models of diagnosing personality disorders and how those differences impact people living with personality disorders and those who treat them. 

We also take a closer look at what a thoughtful and effective clinical assessment should include and we dive into some of the biggest challenges in diagnosing personality disorders, including:
The impact of age and development in personality
The limitations of self-reporting in diagnosis
The role of context in understanding personality
The differences between how we see ourselves vs. how others perceive us
Support the show
If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. 
Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) 
If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line
Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! 

Thank you for listening!

Laura's BPD was first discussed when she was 13 years old - and from there her family started the healing process as a unit. 
They accessed DBT-A as a family, learned new skills and ways to communicate, set boundaries and have grown tremendously over the last  13 years.
Alison, Laura's mom, is a facilitator for the Sashbear Foundation and has found tremendous support through their Family Connections program. 

Their story brings so much hope that families can heal together and that love to withstand the challenges that BPD can bring. 
JOIN US ON MAY 9TH AT THE BRITISH COLUMBIA SASHBEAR WALK! You can donate and/or join Team Super Feeler at this link! We can't wait to meet you there! 
You can learn more about Sashbear's Family Connection program here 
Make sure you subscribe to the show so you don't miss Dr. Alec Miller - the creator for the DBT-Adolesence program talk about how he developed the treatment that Alison and Laura participated in! 
Support the show
If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. 
Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) 
If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line
Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! 

Thank you for listening!

This week's guest Chris shares his powerful story of receiving an adult diagnosis of autism, being subjected to horrific emotional abuse and stigma because of it, and surviving suicide. Suicide and stigma are experieced for people without BPD too, even if this podcast usually focuses on BPD stories!
Chris's life story is a fascinating one that brought him all over the world, navigating a major life change and self-discovery in his late 30's, working through grief, and learning that his story can change others. 
You can find Chris at the links below: 
Substack
Website (purchase his book here too!)

Support the show
If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. 
Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) 
If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line
Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! 

Thank you for listening!

Bonus little episode featuring MY story for a change! This is actually from our dear Super Feeler friend Shannon's amazing podcast If These Trees Could Talk. 
Make sure you go over to her feed to follow the show because it's amazing! 
You can find out all of the details about her show and this episode here. 
Support the show
If you want to support the show, dive deeper into the world of super feeling and for tons of bonus content please consider subscribing to the Super Feeler patreon page. 
Click here to register for The Super Feelers Club (the peer support group) 
If you are needing mental health support or someone to talk to, please connect with your local crisis line or call or text 988 in Canada or the US or find a local line
Don't forget to follow us on social media (@thesuperfeeler) and subscribe to our podcast for new episodes and updates. Your subscriptions, downloads, and reviews mean the world to us! 

Thank you for listening!