Despite the extraordinary level of distress experienced by children of mothers with BPD, many are reluctant to acknowledge these experiences to others—or even to themselves. Revealing the truth about your mother can seem like a betrayal, particularly if your mother’s illness has conditioned you to feel responsible for her emotional state and behavior. Even Alex, a young woman who uses YouTube to share her experiences of growing up with a mother with BPD, says “I don’t want to make my mom look like a monster.” This protective instinct can keep you silent and isolate you from the help you need. Some even internalize their mother’s criticisms and rejections and blame themselves for her damaging behaviors. Recognizing the impact your mother has had on your life is necessary to understanding your own suffering and relieve feelings of guilt, disorientation, and shame; while her actions may not be malicious in intent, their devastating effect on your development and ability to navigate the world must be examined to allow healing to begin. It is only by exposing the roots of your emotional obstacles that you can remove them and move forward with your life.

At Bridges to Recovery, we offer effective, comprehensive treatment for the adult children of mothers with borderline personality disorder. Whether your formative experiences have led to the development of a mood, anxiety, personality, or trauma disorder, we have the resources to give you the guidance and insight you need to heal. Our compassionate and expertly trained clinicians will create a personalized treatment plan that addresses the full scope of your unique needs and give you the support, validation, and empathy you need to heal. Through a tailored mix of intensive individual psychotherapy, therapy groups, and holistic therapies, you can begin the process of self-discovery critical to recovery and the enhancement of emotional regulation, interpersonal tranquility, and psychological harmony. Within an immersive, non-judgmental therapeutic community, you can find relief from the suffering BPD brought to your life and allow your authentic self to bloom.