i need someone who i can ask for advice

i was diagnosed with bipolar which has been changed to borderline with major depression.... i cant afford the dialect behavior therapy, and i havent started with a therapist yet because of money but i will soon... im just trying to find a support group where i can ask questions and get advice when i know i am being irrational.. i still have a very hard time functioning especialy with those close to me. i am on medication, cymbalta, lamictal, adderal they seem to help, but i know with personality disorders meds only take you so far. any help?

[greyMatta]

Hi there, I'm BPD so I understand where you are coming from. Therapy is expensive that's true but there are books that can really help you too. I don't have a DBT in my area so I have been using the Dialectical Behaviour Therapy Workbook and I've found it really good. Also for extra clarity visit http://downwardspiralintothevortex.blogspot.com/ this blog is incredibly well written and has been really helpful and affirming too.

Hang in there and be strong!!

Matt

[Kendraerika]

Thank you Matt for your great advice, I'm a major advocate for dbt since it saved my life but for those who don't have access, I'm glad there is an alternative. I just wanted to add that I am not on any medications, and just by dbt and my therapist I have been able to change my life. I wish there was more out there for this disorder because it is so common and so Mis judged. Anyone feel free to message me and I will reply in a timly manner.  I would love to help.

[greyMatta]

Hey Kendraerika, great to hear that you've had such success with DBT 'cause I must admit, at times I feel like I'm making backward steps!! Thanks for the reassurance!!

Matt

[hyenakiss]

thank you so much for your advice... im trying to get through this on my own but its confusing and hard without outside help. i am better than i was, but its still a long road... sometimes i get so jealous of people that dont have problems like this to face.. they dont understand how hard it can make everyday life.