Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a complex mental health condition marked by emotional dysregulation, intense interpersonal relationships, fear of abandonment, and difficulty with self-image. Individuals with BPD often feel overwhelmed by intense emotions and struggle to maintain stable relationships. At his Boston-based practice, Dr. Joe Gallego offers trauma-informed, evidence-based psychiatric care for teens and adults living with BPD.
Dr. Joe Gallego is a board-certified psychiatrist with experience treating BPD and related emotional regulation difficulties. His clinical style is warm, respectful, and focused on building trust and stability. He creates a structured, nonjudgmental space where patients can begin to heal from emotional pain and rebuild a sense of self.
Because BPD is often misdiagnosed or misunderstood, Dr. Gallego provides a thorough psychiatric evaluation that explores emotional history, relationship patterns, trauma exposure, and symptom triggers. He also screens for co-occurring conditions such as PTSD, bipolar disorder, ADHD, or depression.
Every patient is unique. Dr. Gallego creates a personalized treatment plan that reflects the individual’s goals, values, and emotional needs. Treatment plans may include psychotherapy, medication management, crisis planning, and skill-building for emotional regulation and interpersonal functioning.
Therapeutic support is central to BPD treatment. Dr. Gallego incorporates elements of dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), psychodynamic therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help patients better understand their emotions, strengthen self-regulation, and develop healthier relationship skills.
While there is no specific medication for BPD, certain medications may help reduce symptoms such as mood swings, anxiety, or impulsivity. Dr. Gallego offers careful, collaborative medication management when clinically appropriate, always integrated with a broader therapeutic plan.
Many adolescents and young adults present with emerging BPD traits related to identity, attachment, and emotional sensitivity. Dr. Gallego provides developmentally sensitive care, including family collaboration when helpful, to promote emotional resilience and reduce self-harm or crisis behaviors.
Chronic invalidation, neglect, and trauma are common in the backgrounds of individuals with BPD. Dr. Gallego offers trauma-informed care that emphasizes emotional safety, validation, and agency. His practice welcomes patients from all backgrounds, including LGBTQ+ individuals and those recovering from systemic or relational harm.
Dr. Gallego offers in-person psychiatric treatment in Boston for individuals experiencing BPD symptoms. These sessions provide consistency, structure, and a relational foundation for long-term growth. Contact the office to learn more or schedule a consultation.
If you or someone you love is struggling with borderline personality disorder, compassionate support is available. Dr. Joe Gallego provides skilled psychiatric care to help individuals build stability, insight, and emotional strength. Reach out today to begin your healing process.
