Personalized Treatment for Personality Disorders

We provide effective treatment for personality disorders in our Griffin mental health clinic and virtually across Georgia.

What Are Personality Disorders?

Personality disorders are a group of mental health conditions characterized by enduring patterns of behavior, cognition, and inner experience that deviate significantly from the expectations of an individual’s culture. These patterns are inflexible and pervasive, often leading to distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning.

Common types of personality disorder include Borderline Personality Disorder, Narcissistic Personality Disorder, Antisocial Personality Disorder, Avoidant Personality Disorder, and Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder, among others. We help patients with personality disorder live more fulfilling lives.

There is effective treatment available for personality disorders.

We consider your unique needs, values, and personal choices to create an effective anxiety treatment plan. Personality disorder treatment may include…

Psychiatric Evaluations

Psychiatric evaluations are essential  for diagnosing and understanding personality disorders, as they provide a comprehensive assessment of an individual’s mental health, behavior patterns, and emotional functioning. These evaluations help us identify specific traits, underlying issues, and co-occurring conditions, enabling the development of personalized treatment plans. By thoroughly exploring a patient’s history and current symptoms, psychiatric evaluations facilitate accurate diagnosis, improve treatment outcomes, and support patients in gaining better insight into their behaviors, ultimately fostering recovery and improved quality of life.

Medication Management

Medication management plays a crucial role in supporting individuals with personality disorders by alleviating core symptoms such as mood instability, anxiety, and impulsivity, which often interfere with daily functioning and relationships. Through careful assessment and personalized treatment plans, we monitor medication efficacy and side effects, ensuring optimal symptom control and enhancing overall well-being. This integrated approach, combined with Therapy, helps patients achieve stability, improve their social interactions, and work towards recovery in a safe and structured environment.

Therapy

Therapy at our mental health clinic provides personalized support and evidence-based therapies to help individuals with personality disorders develop healthier coping strategies, improve interpersonal relationships, and foster self-awareness. Our trained therapists utilize approaches and psychodynamic techniques to address maladaptive patterns, reduce emotional distress, and promote lasting positive change. By creating a safe and supportive environment, Therapy empowers clients to understand their behaviors, manage symptoms more effectively, and build a more stable and fulfilling life.

Personality Disorder FAQ

Diagnosis typically involves a thorough assessment by our mental health professionals, including clinical interviews and standardized questionnaires, to evaluate symptoms and their impact on daily functioning.

Determining if you have a personality disorder typically involves self-reflection and professional assessment. Signs may include persistent patterns of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that differ significantly from societal expectations, causing distress or impairing social or work functioning. Common indicators are difficulty in relationships, emotional instability, or impulsive behavior. For an accurate diagnosis, make an appointment, so we can conduct a thorough evaluation. Self-awareness and seeking help are key steps in understanding your mental health.

Medications are often not required to treat personality disorders, as they are typically considered psychotherapeutic conditions that require a combination of therapy and lifestyle changes to manage symptoms. However, in some cases, medications may be prescribed to alleviate specific co-occurring conditions, such as depression, anxiety, or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which can often co-occur with personality disorders. Additionally, certain medications like mood stabilizers or antipsychotics may be used to manage symptoms of impulsivity, aggression, or emotional dysregulation in specific personality disorders.

The number of mental health visits required to effectively address personality disorder varies greatly among individuals, depending on factors such as the severity of the condition, the type of therapy used, and personal circumstances. It’s essential to work closely with a mental health professional to create a tailored treatment plan.

Mental Health Conditions We treat

OCD
Anxiety & Panic Disorders
Trauma & PTSD
Schizophrenia
Depression (all types)
Bipolar & Mood Disorders
ADHD
Sleep Disorders

We accept insurance.

Services may be covered in full by health insurance carrier. However, in the event that portion of the service provided is not covered, payment is expected before service is provided. For self-pay we accept all major credit/debit cards as well as cash payment. Self-pay is $150 for initial session and $100 per follow-up visit.

We accept Aetna, Anthem, BHS | Behavioral Health Systems, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, BlueCross and BlueShield, Carelon Behavioral HealthCareSource, Cigna and Evernorth, ComPsych, Humana, Managed Health Network (MHN), Optum, Oscar Health, Peach State Health Plan, TRICARE, UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH, WellCare.