BPD and Diverse Populations

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) affects a wide range of communities and populations differently. This page will highlight resources for diverse communities, as well as topics in BPD research to increase education, awareness and support recovery.

Diversity Well-Being Resources List*

Emotions Matter launched a Diversity and Inclusion Committee in 2023 to focus on developing resources which address the intersectionality of mental health and racial and ethnic diversity, which may be helpful to people impacted by BPD on the recovery journey. The resources below were peer reviewed by people with lived-experience to assist with finding culturally competent general mental health care and support.

Black & African American Populations

AAKOMA Project - This organization raises consciousness and awareness for Black youth mental health issues, provides tools for ongoing wellness management, and works at the policy-level to change and create better care systems for youth. https://aakomaproject.org/

Therapy for Black Men - This is a directory of multiculturally-competent therapists and coaches throughout the fifty states to create ease in finding healthcare for black men. https://therapyforblackmen.org/

Therapy for Black Girls - This is an online space dedicated to destigmatizing therapy and supporting mental wellness of Black women and girls. https://therapyforblackgirls.com/

Melanin & Mental Health - This site connects culturally competent therapists with black and latinx/hispanic communities. https://www.melaninandmentalhealth.com/

Black Mental Wellness - This website offers a large variety of mental health resources, publications and coping tools as well as an annual virtual conference. https://www.blackmentalwellness.com/

NAMI: Black & African American - NAMI provides additional information and resources for Black and African American populations. https://nami.org/Your-Journey/Identity-and-Cultural-Dimensions/Black-African-American

AAPI Populations (Asian American and Pacific Islander)

Asian American Health Initiative (AAHI) - AAHI provides downloadable resources on general mental health in English and several Asian languages. https://aahiinfo.org/

South Asian Mental Health Initiative & Network (SAMHIN) - This site provides support groups and a directory for finding a South Asian therapist. https://samhin.org/

South Asian Therapists - This is a source for finding South Asian Therapists that also offers self-help workbooks and information about therapy. https://southasiantherapists.org/

Asians for Mental Health Directory - This is a directory by state of Asian & Pacific Islander therapists. https://asiansformentalhealth.com/

Asian Mental Health Collective - This site provides a directory to find Asian therapists in the US and Canada. https://www.asianmhc.org/

NAMI: Asian American and Pacific Islander Resources - NAMI provides additional information and resources for Asian American and Pacific Islander Peoples. https://nami.org/Your-Journey/Identity-and-Cultural-Dimensions/Asian-American-and-Pacific-Islander

Native American/American Indian/Alaska Native Populations

We R Native - We R Native is a comprehensive health resource for Native youth, by Native youth. They strive to promote holistic health and positive growth in local communities and the nation at large. https://www.wernative.org/

Indian Health Service - IHS provides a comprehensive health service delivery system for approximately 2.6 million American Indians and Alaska Natives who belong to 574 federally recognized tribes. https://www.ihs.gov/

NAMI: Indigenous - NAMI provides additional resources and information for Indigenous peoples. https://nami.org/Your-Journey/Identity-and-Cultural-Dimensions/Indigenous

Hispanic/Latinx Populations

Latinx Therapy - This site provides a directory for finding Latinx therapists as well as workshops, books and podcasts. https://latinxtherapy.com/

Therapy for Latinx - This is a resource for finding a Latinx therapist. https://www.therapyforlatinx.com/

Life is Precious - This is a Latina Suicide Prevention Program for girls ages 12-17, with locations in Brooklyn, The Bronx, Queens, and Washington Heights in New York City as well as Poughkeepsie and Yonkers, NY. https://www.comunilifelip.org/

Melanin & Mental Health - This site connects culturally competent therapists with black and latinx/hispanic communities. https://www.melaninandmentalhealth.com/

NAMI: Hispanic & Latinx - NAMI provides additional resources and information for Hispanic and Latinx populations. https://nami.org/Your-Journey/Identity-and-Cultural-Dimensions/Hispanic-Latinx

General BIPOC Resources

Innopsych: Therapists of Color - This is a resource to find therapists, and for therapists to join their network. They also offer group coaching, workshops and networking events. https://www.innopsych.com/

Inclusive Therapists - This is a resource to find a therapist or be matched with a therapist as well as offering groups, trainings, events and crisis resources. https://www.inclusivetherapists.com/

LGBTQI+ Populations

The Trevor Project - The Trevor Project offers 24/7 crisis services via text, chat and phone call. They are focused on suicide prevention efforts among LGBTQI+ youth. https://www.thetrevorproject.org/

Centerlink - This is a resource for finding an LGBTQI+ center in the United States. https://www.lgbtqcenters.org/LGBTCenters

LGBT National Help Center - This site provides hotlines, chats and other resources. https://lgbthotline.org/

NAMI: LGBTQI+ - NAMI provides additional resources and information for LGBTQI+ communities. https://nami.org/Your-Journey/Identity-and-Cultural-Dimensions/LGBTQ

* DISCLAIMER:

All content found within this resource list is provided for informational purposes only. All organizations differ, and the information provided is a general guide. Emotions Matter, Inc. does not guarantee any particular outcome by utilizing the resources listed on this page, or endorse specific providers or resources. This content is not intended to be used as a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have specific questions about a medical condition, you should consult your doctor or other qualified medical professional for assistance or any questions you have regarding a medical condition. Emotions Matter does not recommend any specific course of medical remedy, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information. Emotions Matter Inc. expressly disclaims responsibility and shall have no liability for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffering as a result of reliance on the information on this list. Reliance on this is solely at your own risk. All rights reserved.

Infographics for Diverse Populations

men with bpd

BPD and Adolescents

BPD as a Disability

Emotions Matter is continuing to create topics and infographics for this page. Do you have a topic which you would like us to cover? Email info@emotionsmatterbpd.org, and we will share your feedback with our Education Committee.

Reference Information

Disclaimer: All content found within these publications are provided for informational purposes only. This content is not intended to be used as a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have specific questions or need assistance about a medical condition, you should consult your doctor or other qualified medical professional. Emotions Matter does not recommend any specific course of medical remedy, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information. Emotions Matter Inc. expressly disclaims responsibility and shall have no liability for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of reliance on the information in this publication. Reliance on this material is solely at your own risk.