Kiera Van Gelder

  • Kiera Van Gelder is the author of "Buddha & the Borderline," a memoir detailing her experiences with Borderline Personality Disorder.

  • She candidly shares her journey through diagnosis, various therapies, and her exploration of Buddhism.

  • Van Gelder worked as an advocate for BPD for years, bringing extensive knowledge to her writing.

  • Her background appears to be that of a middle-class white woman, which some readers noted as a limitation in perspective.

  • Van Gelder's writing style is described as honest, vulnerable, and at times humorous.

  • Though she has stepped back from public advocacy, her book continues to impact readers' understanding of BPD and mental health treatment.

Books by Kiera Van Gelder