Personality disorders can be complex and challenging to navigate, but you don’t have to face them alone. California Mental Health provides specialized and compassionate treatment for individuals with personality disorders. Our goal is to help you achieve greater emotional stability, improve relationships, and lead a more fulfilling life.
It involves enduring patterns of thoughts, behaviors, and emotions that deviate from societal expectations. These patterns can cause significant distress and impairment in daily life. Our experienced team understands the nuances of such disorders and is dedicated to offering effective treatment.
It encompasses a wide range of symptoms and can manifest differently in each individual. Some symptoms commonly associated with various types of personality disorders include:
Individuals may need help with a fluctuating sense of self, leading to confusion about their values, goals, and identity.
Maintaining stable and healthy relationships can be challenging due to trust issues, fear of abandonment, or an inability to connect emotionally.
A constant worry about being left behind or rejected often causes someone to act clingy or desperate in relationships.
Suspicion, paranoia, and an inherent belief that others have malicious intentions can hinder the development of trust and closeness with others.
Avoidance of social interactions, new experiences, or situations that might trigger feelings of inadequacy or embarrassment.
Difficulty managing anger, resulting in frequent outbursts, aggression, or extreme irritability, impacting relationships and overall functioning.
Individuals may describe an ongoing sense of emptiness and an inability to find purpose or satisfaction in life.
Even in social situations, individuals may experience profound feelings of isolation and alienation, struggling to connect with others.
Responding strongly to criticism or perceived rejection, often experiencing extreme emotional reactions such as rage, humiliation, or deep sadness.
Extreme discomfort or distress when faced with an unexpected change or when taken out of familiar routines and environments.
Engaging in impulsive actions without considering potential consequences or risks is a common symptom, often resulting from a lack of self-control.
Frequent and intense shifts in mood, from euphoria to intense sadness or anger, can be observed, making it difficult to regulate emotions.
We begin with a thorough evaluation to understand the specific nature of your personality disorder, including its impact on your relationships and daily functioning. This assessment guides the development of your personalized treatment plan.
DBT is a therapy backed by research, emphasizing emotional regulation, interpersonal skills, distress tolerance, and mindfulness. It has shown notable effectiveness, especially in addressing borderline personality disorder and other related personality disorders.
CBT helps individuals recognize and change unhealthy thought patterns and behaviors associated with their personality disorder. It provides practical strategies for coping with challenging situations.
In some cases, medication may be a part of your treatment plan to alleviate specific symptoms or co-occurring conditions. Our board-certified psychiatrists can provide medication management as needed.
You will work one-on-one with a skilled therapist who specializes in personality disorders. Together,
Our group therapy sessions offer a supportive environment where you can connect with others who may have
It doesn’t only affect the individual but also those in their close circle. We offer family counseling and educational
Our comprehensive strategy for Personality Disorder treatment considers diverse aspects of an individual’s life,
Managing a personality disorder is possible with the proper treatment and support. Get in touch with us today to arrange your first consultation. Together, we can help you improve emotional regulation, enhance your interpersonal relationships, and lead a more fulfilling life. Your journey toward emotional stability and well-being begins here at California Mental Health.
At California Mental Health, we believe in the power of healing and resilience. Our team is committed to provide compassionate and personalized care to support your well-being journey.
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