Personality Disorder Diagnosis and Treatment

We only take insurance as out-of-network providers. The reason for this is that we don’t want the insurance to dictate to us what to do in therapy, how much, and how frequently. We, as professionals, feel very strongly that this decision should be between the patient and the doctor or the therapist, without the third party intervening in this process. We have staff members who will work with you around your budget to make it affordable for you and/or for your children to undergo necessary psychological treatment. Because of their licensure requirements, some of our highly qualified junior clinicians currently work under the supervision of the clinical director. The perks of working with one of our junior clinicians, besides the lower cost for services, also include that our junior clinicians get hour-to-hour supervision from the director of the center, who is a licensed PhD psychologist with extensive experience in the mental health field. Hour-to-hour supervision means that, in addition to a session with this particular clinician, two people will put their heads together while puzzling over your case and drafting out ways to approach all of the pertinent issues. If there is a piece of the puzzle that will be better solved by a social worker, because, say, your anxiety stems not only from psychological problems but also from a dire housing situation, the clinician will get an “on a flight” consultation from one of our social workers and will provide you with available resources. So let me use the salesperson cliché here: it is two for the low price of one! Jokes aside, this model of work ensures that our center provides the best possible care for you and for your loved ones in the most cost-effective manner.

Personality disorders are considered long-term conditions, but with the right treatment and support, many people experience significant improvement and lead fulfilling lives.

While both affect mood and functioning, personality disorders involve deep-rooted patterns in behavior and thought, whereas depression typically refers to episodic mood disturbances.

Medication can be helpful for managing certain symptoms like anxiety or mood swings, but talk therapy remains the cornerstone of treatment.

Yes, it is possible to have traits or symptoms of multiple personality disorders, which is known as a mixed or co-occurring personality disorder.

Encourage them to seek professional help. Avoid diagnosing them yourself and approach the subject with empathy, not judgment.

There is evidence to suggest a genetic component, but environmental factors like childhood trauma also play a significant role.

Personality disorders are typically not diagnosed before age 18, though early signs and patterns may emerge in adolescence.

No. Shyness or introversion is a personality trait, not a disorder. A disorder causes significant distress and dysfunction across multiple areas of life.

Yes, with the right therapy and coping strategies, many individuals go on to lead successful, meaningful lives.