An Inside Look at BPD Treatments with Clinical Psychologist & Linehan Board Certified DBT Therapist Dr. Stephanie Vaughn

In today’s enlightening episode, Dr. Stephanie Vaughn discusses various important topics related to Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). She provides expert insights into BPD criteria and treatments, client advocacy in therapy, Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy (RO-DBT), and therapy's true length and effectiveness. The episode also highlights the power of client autonomy in their mental health journey, covering aspects such as medication, therapy, and more. Join us as Dr. Vaughn shares her knowledge and experience, offering valuable tools and perspectives for those navigating the complexities of BPD.

Disclaimer: The title of this podcast and its contents are not intended to in any way promote, encourage, or advocate suicide or any form of self-harm. If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide and needs support, please call 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.

Guest:

• Dr. Stephanie Vaughn

Website: https://www.psychepllc.com

In this episode, you will hear:

• 0:00 Intro

(Beginning of Interview)

• 1:59 Introduction of Dr. Stephanie Vaughn
• 6:45 Intro to True or False/ How Do You Feel About…
• 7:46 How Do You Feel About… 260 Ways of BPD and Criteria?
• 11:05 Specific Treatments for BPD Criteria
• 14:05 How Can Clients Advocate for Therapy?
• 21:40 What is Radically Open DBT?
• 28:45 What is the True Length of Therapy?
• 32:21 Does Your Therapist Need Therapy?
• 35:00 Other Questions For Your Therapist…
• 43:00 After Effects of Medication, Multiple Opinions, and Doctor Shopping
• 46:22 True or False: Psychiatrists Should Be Focused on Only Medication, Not Personal Life
• 51:21 Client Invalidation from Psychiatrists and the Power of Autonomy
• 54:32 Dr. Stephanie Vaughn's Final Words

(End of Interview)

• 1:02:59 Closing Statement from Nicole
• 1:03:21 BPD Daily Mantra
• 1:03:38 Outro
• 1:04:54 “Stressed’ - Doechii: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=29mk5rz3m7Q

Episode Resources:

- Website: https://www.showmegrace.org/

- Bi-weekly Support Group: https://www.showmegrace.org/the-brain

- Career Coaching: https://www.showmegrace.org/about-3

- Crisis Hotline - Call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org

Connect With Host

Nicole Darby

Email: presspause4grace@gmail.com

Website: https://www.showmegrace.org

Credits:

Hosts: Nicole Darby

Sound Engineer: Stefa Mitroi

Music Producer of Podcast’s Intro Music: DJ Ervin

Editor: Nicole Darby

Research Team: Tamar Brignolle