Borderline Personality Disorder Support Group

The Mental Health Foundation Australia provides a free support group to meet in comfort and safety and give and receive support. The group provides the opportunity to learn more about the disorder and to develop social networks.  Each MHFA Support Group is free. This group is not provided for carers, this group is only for consumers affected with borderline personality disorder. 

Register

Join the Face-to-Face Borderline Personality Disorder Support Group

Schedule

Every first Monday of the month

7:00pm - 8:30pm

Mental Health Foundation Australia

How to get there?


Face-to-Face sessions are conducted at the Mental Health Foundation Australia located at G1, 10 Yarra Street, South Yarra VIC 3141.    


If you plan to attend in-person, public transport is the easiest way to access the Wellness Hub. Private parking is available in the area- please be aware of closing times. 


Borderline Personality Disorder

Borderline Personality Disorder is a mental health condition characterized by significant instability in mood, self-image, relationships, and impulsivity. It's a complex disorder often misunderstood, and individuals with BPD may experience intense emotions, difficulty with relationships, and self-harming behaviours.

  • Emotional Dysregulation: People with BPD often feel emotions more intensely and for longer periods, which can be overwhelming.
  • Unstable Relationships: There may be a pattern of intense, short-lived relationships, often swinging between idealization and devaluation.
  • Fear of Abandonment: Even minor separations or perceived rejections can trigger intense fear and reactions.
  • Impulsive Behaviors: This can include spending sprees, substance abuse, binge eating, or risky sexual behavior.
  • Distorted Self-Image: A fluctuating sense of identity or feeling like one doesn’t know who they really are.
  • Self-Harm and Suicidal Behavior: These are common coping mechanisms, often related to emotional pain or feelings of emptiness.
  • Chronic Feelings of Emptiness: A persistent sense of being emotionally numb or unfulfilled.
  • Paranoia or Dissociation: Under stress, individuals might feel detached from reality or expe-rience brief paranoid thoughts.

Support group

If your life feels like it is on a downward spiral and you are struggling to cope, our support group sessions offer sufferers and carers the opportunity to discuss their anxiety and help them learn how to deal with their fears, knowing they are not alone. The caring and sharing of the group offers relief from isolation and loneliness.


Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

The most evidence-based and effective treatment for BPD, focusing on emotional regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness.


Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Can help address thought patterns contributing to emotional distress.

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Lenka Lucchini, BPD Support Group Facilitator


Lenka is currently completing her Master of Counselling at the University of Canberra and is a dedicated provisional counsellor passionate about supporting individuals through emotional challenges. She creates a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences, guiding them toward healing and self-discovery. With over 15 years of experience in the community sector, Lenka has supported individuals from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. She has worked extensively with people with disabilities—including Autism, Intellectual Disabilities, Developmental Delays, and Acquired Brain Injury—as well as those experiencing mental health conditions such as Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, and Borderline Personality Disorder. She also has significant experience addressing alcohol- and drug-related issues. Lenka uses evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. She tailors her work to each individual, particularly those dealing with anxiety and depression, aiming to empower clients to achieve lasting emotional well-being and fulfillment.