Dialectical Behavior Therapy & Borderline Personality Disorder

Behavioral Tech, a Linehan Institute Training Company, provides in depth information on what Dialectical Behavior Therapy is, the science behind its efficacy and the most up to date research in the field.

The National Education Alliance for Borderline Personality Disorder (NEABPD), offers a variety of resources for BPD on their website including a free online class, called Family Connections, which provides education, skills training and support for those in a relationship with someone with BPD.

Tara4BPD is a national not-for-profit education and advocacy organization providing information on BPD to families, consumers, and providers.

Trauma

The International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies (ISTSS) is an international interdisciplinary professional organization that promotes advancement and exchange of knowledge about traumatic stress.

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: National Center for PTSD is the world's leading research and educational center of excellence on PTSD and traumatic stress.

Charles Swenson’s To Hell and Back podcast: Episode 16 - The DBT Prolonged Exposure (DBT PE) protocol: A conversation with Melanie Harned PhD, the developer of DBT-Prolonged Exposure, an evidence-based therapy for PTSD. This 3 part series discusses the essential ingredients of that treatment, and explores life lessons Melanie has learned in doing PTSD treatment, from which we can all benefit in coping with trauma in our lives.

Depression, Anxiety & Bipolar Disorder

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) is a voluntary health organization that gives those affected by suicide a nationwide community empowered by research, education & advocacy to take action against this leading cause of death. Click here to find a local chapter near you.

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) offers peer-based, wellness-oriented support and empowering services . Look here for online education, resources and information on local support groups across America.

Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) helps people find treatment, resources, and support. ADAA strives to improve patient care by promoting implementation of evidence-based treatments and best practices across disciplines through continuing education and trainings and accelerating dissemination of research into practice. Look here for information on anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD and co-occurring disorders.

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

The International OCD Foundation provides information, resources and support for those affected by obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), including individuals with OCD and related disorders, their family members, friends, and loved ones.

The OCD Stories podcast, partnered with NOCD, is a show that aims to offer hope and inspiration. In these podcast episodes, you will hear interviews from those who specialize in treating OCD, offering advice, entertainment and education. You can also find written account’s of people’s journey with OCD here as well.

Pregnancy & Postpartum

Postpartum Support International offers resources to the public and professional communities about the emotional changes that women experience during pregnancy and postpartum. PSI provides detailed information on perinatal mood disorders, including links to help lines and crisis resources.

Practice San Francisco offers a variety of classes supporting people through the prenatal and postpartum stages. They also host workshops devoted to parenting and resources for kids, teens and families.