I have yet to be formally diagnosed with BPD but I have absolutely no doubt that this is what I am struggling with. I would like to get an official diagnosis so I can get the support I need. I live in the UK so the NHS would typically be the first option but I am dubious as to whether or not they'd give me the same diagnosis or just try medicate me with antidepressants. There is only one psychologist near me that deals with DBT and I can't afford the therapy, and certainly not the initial session which is almost double the price. 


How did you get your diagnosis and was it a long, difficult process? I really just want to start healing before I destroy my relationship. 