Stephanie Campoli Psychotherapy Blog

DBT books including Marsha Linehan's Skills Training Manual at Stephanie Campoli Psychotherapy in Oshawa, Durham Region.

DBT in Durham Region: What to Expect from Session 1 to Completion

A lot of people get referred to DBT and show up at a consult call without really knowing what they're signing up for. This guide walks through what to expect from session 1 to completion, what comprehensive DBT actually involves, and how to tell the difference between real DBT and DBT informed therapy.

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How Do I Talk to My Loved Ones About My BPD Diagnosis?

Telling the people in your life about a BPD diagnosis is hard. This post walks you through what to say, what to expect, and how to navigate the conversation — from a DBT therapist who has worked closely with this for years.

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Help is available for BPD in Oshawa at stephanie campoli psychotherapy specializing in comprehensive dbt therapy

So You Just Got Diagnosed with BPD. Now What?

I want to be straight with you: a BPD diagnosis is not the worst thing that can happen to you. In many ways, getting the right diagnosis is the beginning of getting the right help. And with the right treatment, BPD is one of the most treatable mental health conditions there is. Let me explain what I mean.

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Stephanie Campoli Psychotherapy in Oshawa provides specialized care for BPD through comprehensive DBT

Understanding Borderline Personality Disorder: Myths and Realities

With evidence-based treatments like Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Borderline Personality Disorder is actually considered one of the most treatable mental health diagnoses. In my work as a therapist, I regularly see people learn the skills they need to regulate emotions, improve relationships, and build lives that feel meaningful and stable.

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