The Family Connections Program is a FREE, evidence-based, 12-week education and support program designed specifically for family members, partners, carers, loved ones and supporters of people living with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD).
The program is developed by leading experts in the field and is internationally recognised.
Headway delivers the Family Connections program across Australia. Some programs are delivered in-person, however, most are online.
Who is it for?
Anyone who cares for or supports someone living with BPD can register to attend. This includes parents, partners, siblings, extended family members, colleagues and friends.
Empowering Families, Transforming Lives
Living with or supporting someone with a Personality Disorder can be challenging, but you are not alone. The Family Connections Program is a free, evidence-based education and support program designed specifically for family members, partners, and loved ones of individuals affected by Personality Disorders.
Developed by leading experts in the field, this internationally recognized program provides families with practical skills, education, and a supportive community to help navigate the complexities of these conditions.
The Family Connections program empowers families and transforms lives.
The program is built on the principles of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and focuses on:
Understand and learn about the condition, its impact, and the science behind emotional regulation.
Improve relationships by learning how to communicate with understanding, empathy, and confidence.
Reduce stress, increase emotional well-being, and manage challenging behaviours more effectively.
Reducing stress, increasing emotional well-being, and managing challenges more effectively.
Join a community of people who understand your journey and can offer guidance and encouragement.
Living with or supporting someone with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) can be challenging. You are not alone.
Family members often experience high levels of stress, confusion, and emotional exhaustion when supporting a loved one with a Personality Disorder.
Family Connections equips families with the skills to:
You will join a community of people who understand your journey and can offer guidance and encouragement.
When families have the right tools and understanding, the person living with BPD also benefits. Family Connections can help by:
If you are a family member, partner, or loved one looking for information and support, we invite you to join us and take the first step toward healing, connection, and hope.
When you register your interest, you will join the waiting list and will be notified by email by our National Coordinator when a program becomes available.
If you are offered a place in the program and decline because you are not yet ready to commit to the full 12 weeks of the program, or are not available at the program times, you will not lose your place on the waiting list. You will be offered another program at a later date.
