Borderline Personality Disorder

*This course has been pre-approved by NCTRC for 5 clock hours.

During this course, you will learn about Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), what it is, how it affects people, how it is commonly treated, what we can do as providers to help our clients with this diagnosis, 3 DBT Skills that can be utilized in sessions, and tips for implementing services with your clients who have BPD. At the completion of this course, participants will need to pass an exam with a minimum score of 70%. Participants must complete the course within 365 days of starting the course to receive a completion certificate.

Course Objectives

  • By the end of this course the learner will be able to identify the 9 symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder.

  • By the end of this course the learner will demonstrate an understanding of how Borderline Personality Disorder affects the behaviors and lives of those with the diagnosis.

  • By the end of this course the learner will understand 4 ways to help others cope with symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder while staying in the scope of RT practice.

Christi MacWilliams, CTRS

Instructor Bio:

Christi MacWilliams is a CTRS in the greater Austin area. She has worked with the mental health population since 2012 through psychiatric facilities and contract work. Currently, she works with teenagers through the YES Waiver program in Texas. Christi also co-owns Honey Bee Therapies, a local contracting agency in Austin.

Christi MacWilliams, CTRS

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