Super Feeler: A BPD Podcast

Shane (@cvvnty_boi44) joins for a solo episode to share about his life story. From experiencing a hard divorce as a child, to cross country moves, breakups, navigating substance use, transitioning, and discovering his BPD and ADHD, Shane's personal journey is a rollercoaster that led him to finding the Queer community he so loves and becoming a Super Feeler!  Shane's story highlights the...

Impulsivity is so much fun and so harmful often at the same time. It is really the most dialectic of the borderline personality disorder symptoms.  Together the panel shares about our experiences with impulsivity and how it presents as part of BPD and ADHD.  We finish off the episode sharing how we have learned to manage our impulsivity to prevent some of the harms associated without losing our fu...

Darcy is Miss Personality Northern Alberta and uses her platform to talk about borderline personality disorder.  While Darcy hasn't been diagnosed with BPD she identifies with the disorder. Together we explore the impact of her childhood circumstances including a really challenging divorce, and how she found her voice through pageantry.  Learn more about personality pageants click here. Find...

Chronic feelings of emptiness are a tough symptom to describe if you haven't experienced it before. In the third episode of the BPD Symptoms Mini Series Laurie is joined by Kat, Shane, and Shannon to talk about one of the lesser understood but deeply impactful symptoms of BPD. We touch on where this feeling (or lack of feeling)  shows up in our lives, its connection to dissociation and childh...

Jennifer is a marriage and family counsellor living with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). She shares her personal journey, including her experiences with therapy, the importance of receiving the correct information/diagnosis in order to plan treatment, parenting, and the stigma she’s experienced.    Jennifer has spent a lot of time talking to her kids in an age appropriate way about her BPD...

It's week 2 of the BPD Symptoms mini series! This week, Laurie, Heather, Kat, and Shane sit down to talk about the rollercoaster of intense relationships — you know, the ones that swing between idealization and devaluation, splitting, with favorite people and kind of take over our lives....  We unpack what it’s like to move through the world with the ability to connect deeply in the first mom...

Meredith Meyer, LMFT, from the DBT Linehan Board of Certification comes on The Super Feeler Podcast to talk about the significance of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) certification and full DBT programs that are properly aligned with Marsha Linehan’s vision. We also discuss what brought DBT into Meredith’s life, its application in marriage and family therapy, the importance of peer support, If y...

Welcome to a brand new Super Feeler mini-series! Every other week, we're diving deep into the nine symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) with a panel of people who live it! In our first episode, we’re talking about frantic efforts to avoid real or imagined abandonment — a symptom that many of us feel in our bones. We get into what this looks like in relationships, parenting, frien...

Michelle, the creator of the IG page @the.mindful.wildflower shares about her journey with BPD, diving head first into DBT and what it was like to move across the country, quit her job and go through a breakup all at once.  Michelle shares her journey of navigating friendship, healing and recovery in a new place and how it has motivated her to help others learn DBT skills.   GIVEAWAY!!!! Go to @th...

Diana Partington is back to talk with our DBT Skills cast about what it was like to listen to us work through her book together!  Together we discuss about the transformative power of DBT and the importance of community support in the journey of recovery. A lot of tears are shed - thank you for being on this beautiful journey with us.  Check out Diana's new project at community.dbtforlife.com...

Kails (@prettybpdpisces) joins the pod to share about her BPD journey and how it led her to mental health advocacy. She discusses her work with NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) and her efforts to create a more supportive mental health community on her university campus.  To learn more about her university club click here ! Support the show If you want to support the show , dive deeper in...

Let's chat about Alternate Rebellion - could this be the most important time in recent history to be talking about this DBT skill? The conversation explores the complexities of rebellion, bravery, and the importance of sharing personal stories in the context of mental health and healing. Trigger warning: Throughout the episode we speak about sexual assault, abuse and other potentially trigger...

Dr. Kiki Fehling, a super feeler psychologist, author, influencer, and super feeler joins the pod to talk all about Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), its accessibility, and the importance of skills for all parts of life.   Kiki shares about their journey learning DBT while training as a psychologist and their desire to develop more accessible DBT-based resources.   Laurie and Kiki also compare n...

This week we're joined by Sashbear Foundation founder Lynn Courey and Sandy, a family partner involved in Sashbear's Family Connections Program. The Sashbear Foundation, is an internationally recognized Canadian charity focused on supporting families affected by borderline personality disorder (BPD) and emotion dysregulation.  Sashbear was created following Lynn's family's trag...

In this episode we focus on distraction techniques, emotional regulation, and navigating relationships.  Kat talks about 'future faking' in relationships and we all talk about how helpful the idea of "worry appointments" is!  The conversation emphasizes the balance between distraction and avoidance, and how understanding these skills can lead to better emotional health and rela...

This week I’m joined by Kati, who shares her journey with borderline personality disorder (BPD) and complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD). Kati discusses her experiences as a young mother and the impact of childhood trauma on her own life. She shares about her abusive relationship, the loss of custody of her son, and her path to healing through therapy and community support. Join Kati and...

Self-soothing isn’t just about bubble baths and candles—it’s about survival.  In this episode we discuss the DBT skill of self-soothing through the five senses, exploring how sensory awareness can be a lifeline in our hardest moments.  Self-soothing looks different for everyone, so you'll hear from Dave, Laurie, Heather, Kat and Shannon about our own favorite ways to soothe.  Throughout this...

Katelyn shares about her journey through estrangement from her parents, the legal battles that ensued, and the impact on her mental health.   While she doesn’t have a BPD diagnosis she is certainly a Super Feeler and her journey is super relatable to many of us.   Together we explore the complexities of family dynamics and parenting, the role of secrets, and the healing power of art and expression...

It's time for the most controversial of all DBT skills!  Radical acceptance.... or shall we say "radical reality"? This week we talk about distress tolerance skills in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), with a focus on (one of) Laurie's favorite skills radical acceptance.  We dive into the struggles of radical acceptance, the difference between willingness and willfulness, and...

Åse-Line Baltzersen shares about her experiences living with and recovering from personality disorders, particularly in the context of living in Norway. Åse-Line shares her journey from diagnosis to recovery, her involvement in international advocacy, and the evolving understanding of personality disorders throughout the world.  To learn more about the International Society of the Study of Persona...

While it's not a DBT "skill" per se, figuring our what your values are and learning how to live them weaves into a lot of DBT skills.  The DBT Skills panel (Dave, Kat, Heather and newest member Shannon)  explore how understanding our personal values can lead to a more fulfilling life through self-reflection.  We also talk a bit about the Kaizen philosophy which is all about the powe...

Daniel Mojica (@__mojii._), is a 21-year-old university student navigating life with borderline personality disorder (BPD).  In this episode Daniel shares his journey of self-discovery, the challenges he faced growing up in an invalidating environment, and how he came to terms with his diagnosis.  Together we explore themes of self-discovery, community engagement, and the complexities of emotions...

Meet our new DBT Skills series guests Kat and Heather!  In this episode we break down the PLEASE skill from Dialectical Behaviour Therapy. It's an IMPORTANT one.  If you're new to the PLEASE skill here's a little breakdown for you!  P – Physical Health : Address any physical illness, injuries, or medical concerns. Follow doctor’s recommendations and take medications as prescribed. L...

Dr. Juveria Zaheer is an expert in suicide risk assessment and prevention, a psychiatrist and a literal Jeopardy superstar. She is currently exploring the impacts of the COVID pandemic on suicidality and how the pandemic impacted Canadians. Together we discuss the complexities of suicidality, the need for accessible targeted treatments and why it’s important for people with lived experience to be...

Cope Ahead is a particularly helpful life skill from dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) that helps us preparing for difficult interactions by coming prepared with healthy coping strategies. Laurie, Dave and Megan discuss how they use this skill to help manage social interactions and family dynamics. Get your own copy of ' DBT for Life ' by Diana Partington to follow along with us!   Sup...