Living with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) often brings intense emotional highs and lows that can make each day feel uncertain. Many people experience deep fears of abandonment, shifting emotions, and challenges with self-image or relationships. At Stone Silo Counselling & Wellness, we understand the weight of these experiences and offer support every step of the way.
BPD is treatable, and with the right support, many people learn to regulate emotions and strengthen coping skills while building a more stable sense of self. Our therapists seek to destigmatize the narrative surrounding the symptoms of BPD that is commonly perceived by others in society, to help you see yourself beyond the diagnosis or symptoms.
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a mental health condition that affects how a person thinks, feels, and relates to others. It is part of a group of personality disorders characterized by patterns of intense emotions, unstable relationships, and difficulties with self-image or identity.
Research shows that many people diagnosed with BPD have experienced complex trauma or significant childhood adversity, which often shapes how the condition develops. These experiences can deeply affect how someone learns to regulate emotions or connect with others. The diagnosis of BPD is not a reflection of who a person is, but rather a way to describe the emotional pain and coping patterns that have developed over time.
People with BPD may experience:
While these symptoms can feel overwhelming, treatment helps many individuals develop emotional stability, stronger coping skills, and a clearer sense of self.
Our approach is built on empathy, clinical expertise, and evidence-based care. We help clients regulate emotions, strengthen relationships, and reduce harmful coping patterns. Every step of the process is grounded in self-compassion and resilience.
Therapy options include:
A leading treatment that focuses on emotion regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness.
Helps people recognize unhelpful thought patterns and build healthier, more realistic ways of thinking.
Support emotional awareness, strengthen connection, and improve relationship security.
Address the mind-body connection, trauma responses, and inner emotional parts to promote self-understanding and calm.
Encourage clients to explore personal stories, separate identity from struggle, and guide their healing with confidence.
Provide experiential ways to express and process emotions, especially for youth and those who connect best through hands-on methods.
Our team also supports related challenges that may accompany BPD, including ADHD, anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem struggles, and major life transitions. Every treatment plan is personalized, and we work collaboratively to create strategies that are practical, sustainable, and empowering.
$170+
Per clinical hour
We’ve created a space where people feel genuinely welcomed and supported. Our therapists take the time to listen, understand, and provide care that reflects each person’s unique experiences and goals. Many individuals turn to us for support with BPD, anxiety, depression, trauma, and other challenges. We respond with a thoughtful approach backed by skill, compassion, and trusted therapeutic methods.
Stone Silo serves the communities of Waterloo and Listowel with a commitment to making mental health support accessible and respectful. At either location, you’ll meet a team that is dedicated to helping you build a stronger sense of emotional well-being.
My specialties: Client-centred therapy, Tabletop RPG therapy (Game to Grow Method), Attachment, Autism, Emotional regulation, Life transitions, Sexuality & gender identity, Grief
Age Group: 3 – 35 year olds
Serving: Waterloo
Price: $180 for individual therapy, $190 for Play-based Therapy
I’ve always been drawn to people’s stories: their struggles, strengths, and everything in between. It’s a true honour to hold space for vulnerability and growth in therapy, whether I’m working with a child, teen, or adult. My goal is to meet you where you’re at and walk alongside you through the journey of self-discovery, reflection, and meaningful change.
I take an integrative, client-centred approach to therapy, tailoring each session to what works best for you or your child. I offer both talk-based and play-based therapy, and often incorporate creative tools such as art, sand tray, and tabletop role-playing games, including Dungeons & Dragons. These methods are not only fun but also powerful ways to explore identity, build social and emotional skills, and navigate life’s challenges in a safe and supported space.
Outside of individual sessions, I also facilitate therapeutic role-playing groups designed to support social flourishing, emotional regulation, problem-solving, and self-expression.
I’m a neurodivergent-affirming and 2SLGBTQIA+ friendly therapist, and I strive to create a space where you feel respected, accepted, and empowered.
My specialties: Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Attachment and Attunement, Somatic Experiencing, and Internal Family Systems
Age Group: 4+ year olds
Serving: Waterloo
Price: Individual – 50 minutes – $170
Relationship – 50 minutes – $190
I also offer 25-minute, 80-minute & 2-hour sessions
Making Moments Matter
If you've come across my biography, it's possible that the forces of the universe and the law of attraction are in motion. I genuinely believe, and my experiences have shown me, that there are moments in our lives when we are destined to cross paths and connect with a particular individual. For over a decade, I've had the privilege of being someone who establishes a unique counselling relationship right from day one. This foundation is built on trust, safety, and attunement, setting the stage for a collaborative healing journey. Sometimes we just need someone who “just gets it”.
By profession, I am a Registered Social Worker, and my therapeutic approach draws from my extensive training and certifications in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Attachment and Attunement, and knowledge and understandings in Somatic Experiencing and Internal Family Systems. One size does not fit all in therapy too. As you'll discover, I am passionate about understanding what works best for you and how, together, we can explore and achieve your therapeutic goals.
What I hope I am relaying to you in this mini bio, is that there is hope, there is someone for you (whether it be me, or another helpful soul) who actually works in this profession because I care, because I have chosen to understand and specialize in making your life and healing moments matter.
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My specialties: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, Emotional Focused Therapy (EFT), Attachment-Based Practices, Psychodynamic Therapy
Age Group: 4+ year olds
Serving: Waterloo
Price: Individual – 50 minutes – $170
Relationship – 50 minutes – $190
I also offer 80-minute sessions
Sarah works with children, teens, adults, couples, and families. She provides neurodivergent-affirming therapy and creates a safe, inclusive space for individuals who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+. When working with children, she sees play as their natural language and a powerful way for them to express themselves and understand their world. She honours this process by fostering a supportive and creative environment where children feel seen and understood.
Her approach is client-centred and integrative, drawing from Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, narrative therapy, psychodynamic therapy, attachment-based practices, and Emotionally Focused Therapy. She takes a holistic view of well-being, considering the connections between mind, body, and, when relevant, spiritual or religious aspects of identity.
In sessions, Sarah gently guides clients in exploring early memories to better understand current patterns, gain insight, and co-create a healing life narrative. She supports clients through a wide range of concerns, including grief and loss, eating disorders, suicidal ideation, self-harm, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), and complex trauma. Sarah places a strong emphasis on emotional exploration, helping clients connect with their feelings and express their inner experiences, whether through language, art, play, music, or other meaningful forms of expression.
No two experiences with Borderline Personality Disorder are the same. Our therapists provide a space that offers validation, practical tools, and compassionate guidance. By combining structured, evidence-based therapies like Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy with creative and narrative approaches, we help clients understand their emotions, express them safely, and build meaningful connections.
Our goal is to help you feel grounded, self-aware, and confident in navigating relationships and everyday life.
Yes. With consistent therapy and the right support, many people living with BPD experience meaningful improvements in emotional stability, relationships, and overall well-being. DBT has a strong track record of success in helping clients manage symptoms and build skills.
Therapy is often a long-term process, but progress happens step by step. Some clients notice changes in self-awareness and emotional control within a few months. The pace depends on your goals and what works best for you.
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) teaches skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness. These tools help clients manage intense emotions and respond to challenges in healthier ways.
Yes. Your privacy matters to us. All sessions are private and confidential. Your therapist will explain confidentiality and answer any questions during your first appointment.
Yes. Stone Silo offers both in-person sessions in Waterloo and secure virtual therapy across Ontario, giving you flexible options to access care in a way that suits your life.
If you or someone you love is living with Borderline Personality Disorder, know that healing and stability are possible. At Stone Silo, we walk alongside you with compassion, clinical expertise, and clear guidance.
If you’re ready to begin therapy or want to learn more about your options, our team is ready to support you.
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