Empathic Exchange
Welcome to Empathic Exchange, a podcast hosted by a qualified therapist and made to give listeners easy-to-understand insights on important mental health challenges.
Each episode centres around an honest and thought-provoking conversation with guests sharing their stories and experiences — From mental health professionals & advocates to people with lived experiences.
Our goal is to help break the stigma & foster empathy by creating a platform for authentic discussions about mental health challenges, triumphs, and everything in between.
Join us as we explore the human side of mental well-being, helping you to better understand the complexities of mental health in today's world.
Our podcast is hosted by Dan O'Mahony a qualified Counsellor & Psychotherapist & lecturer at PCI College - Ireland's leading provider of education in the fields of counselling, psychotherapy, & mental health.
To find out more visit: www.pcicollege.ie
Empathic Exchange
Ep. 04 | Beyond the Label: Understanding BPD with Eirnín Cahill
In this episode, we sit down for an honest and insightful conversation with Eirnín, who shares her personal journey with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). From navigating intense emotions to challenging relationships and self-perception, Eirnín opens up about the daily realities of living with BPD, and how she learned to manage the ups and downs. We explore the stigma surrounding the disorder, the importance of mental health awareness. Whether you’re someone with BPD, a loved one, or simply looking to understand more about mental health, this episode offers valuable insights, hope, and empathy. Tune in to hear a raw, empowering discussion that sheds light on what it's like to live with BPD, and how it’s possible to thrive despite the challenges.