Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) Therapy in Ontario

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) therapy at Mindful Comeback Therapy helps people with intense emotions, fear of abandonment and unstable relationships build steadiness and self trust. Rubina Gogna, Registered Psychotherapist, uses DBT skills alongside attachment and trauma informed work. Sessions are virtual anywhere in Ontario, or in person at our Ajax office.

What BPD can feel like

Borderline Personality Disorder is not a character flaw. It often grows out of a sensitive nervous system meeting an environment that did not feel safe or validating. The result is emotions that feel enormous, fast and hard to come down from.

Intense emotions that shift quickly
A deep fear of abandonment or rejection
Relationships that swing between closeness and conflict
An unstable or shifting sense of who you are
Impulsive behaviour when emotions run high
Chronic feelings of emptiness
Self harm or thoughts of suicide

Who I support

Adults and teens with a diagnosis of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), also called Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder (EUPD)
People who relate to BPD traits without a formal diagnosis
Emotional dysregulation linked to trauma, ADHD or attachment wounds
Partners and families who want to understand and support someone they love

As a Registered Psychotherapist, I do not provide diagnosis, and you do not need one to start therapy.

How we work on BPD

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) was created for people living with BPD, and it is at the heart of this work. DBT balances acceptance (you are doing the best you can) with change (and you can learn new ways to cope).

DBT skills for mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation and relationships
Attachment based work to understand fears of abandonment
EMDR and somatic therapy for the trauma that often sits underneath
Safety planning for the hardest moments

What to expect

Recovery from BPD is very possible, and many people find their symptoms ease a great deal with the right support. Your first step is a free 15 minute phone consult. Sessions are virtual across Ontario, with in person sessions at my Ajax office.

If you are thinking about suicide or are not safe right now, please call or text 988, or go to your nearest emergency department.

Frequently asked questions

Is BPD treatable?

Yes. Many people with BPD see real improvement with the right therapy. Skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance and relationships make a meaningful difference over time.

Do you use DBT for BPD?

Yes. I use Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness and relationships, combined with deeper work on attachment and past experiences.

Do I need a BPD diagnosis to start?

No. In Ontario, BPD is diagnosed by a physician, psychiatrist or psychologist, but you can start therapy whether or not you have a formal diagnosis.

Is therapy available virtually in Ontario?

Yes. Virtual sessions are available to anyone located in Ontario, and in person sessions are at our Ajax office.

How much does therapy cost?

Individual intake sessions are $290 and ongoing sessions are $200. Sliding scale spots are offered when available.

Is therapy covered by insurance?

Sessions are eligible for reimbursement through most extended health plans that cover a Registered Psychotherapist. Receipts are provided after every session.

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Written by Rubina Gogna, Registered Psychotherapist, with over a decade of experience. Trained in EMDR and Somatic Experiencing. Sessions in English, Hindi and Punjabi. About Rubina