Mental Health Estrie (MHE) invites you to our upcoming Borderline Personality Disorder Workshop Series, featuring returning guest speaker Valerie Porr, M.A., world-renowned author, BPD expert and founder of TARA4BPD. These free virtual workshops (presented in English) offer valuable insights into understanding and improving relationships affected by BPD.

📌 Part 1 – BPD 101: The Science Behind the Behaviour
🗓 Thursday, February 20 | ⏰ 6:30–8:30 PM | 💻 Online via Zoom

This workshop explores how understanding the biological origins of BPD behaviours can help prevent triggers, anticipate reactions, and strengthen relationships. It aims to dispel stigma and misinformation while fostering self-acceptance and deeper family connections.

🔗 To Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/2Odv2wxlQZiEQhaTp3BNCg

📌 Part 2 – Compassionate Communication: Tools for Connection
🗓 Thursday, March 6 | ⏰ 6:30–8:30 PM | 💻 Online via Zoom

This session will introduce the principles of Mentalization-Based Therapy, focusing on how perceiving the mental states of oneself and others can prevent relationship ruptures. It will explore how misinterpreting intentions can lead to conflict and how listening with curiosity and humility can foster understanding, rebuild trust, and heal relationships.

🔗 To Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/v_lUM8czTb-QMHjQSSLKnA

✅ Both workshops are free and open to all!
We encourage you to attend and invite anyone who may benefit. Please consider sharing this information with your networks to help spread the word.

🔗 To learn more:
📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Call: (819) 565-2388

Thank you for your support in promoting mental health awareness and education. We hope to see you there!