Personality disorders aren’t a choice. They’re not a phase you can just snap out of. They’re ingrained, often lifelong patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving that can affect every area of your life. They can warp your sense of self, color your relationships, and shape the way you relate to the world.
For many, the frustration, isolation, and confusion can be crushing. You can feel like you don’t quite fit, like the deck is stacked against you, and you don’t know where to turn or if lasting help even exists. If you feel that way, know you’re not alone and you’re not beyond help. At Excel Behavioral Health, we understand the challenges and hopelessness that can come with a personality disorder, and we are here to help with our personality disorders treatment in New Jersey.
With a combination of evidence-based and holistic therapies, coping skills, support, and a space to build trust and learn how to be whole, healthy individuals, you can — and will — recover.
Personality disorders are not an end—they’re a challenge to overcome and an obstacle on the path of a fulfilling, meaningful life. The right treatment program can provide the support and tools you need to not just live with the condition but to thrive in spite of it.
Personality disorders are a type of mental health condition marked by inflexible and often unhealthy patterns of thinking, feeling, and interacting with others. These patterns are persistent and pervasive, often leading to difficulties in multiple areas of life and distress for both the individual and people around them.
There are several types of personality disorders, with each type associated with its own set of common signs and symptoms. Some of the most common include:
At Excel Behavioral Health, we believe there’s no one solution that fits all when it comes to healing. Different diagnoses require different approaches, and the same can be said for different people, even with the same disorder. That’s why our personality disorders programs in New Jersey offer a full continuum of care, from residential to intensive outpatient programs, so that we can meet each client where they’re at and guide them back to the other side.
Inpatient treatment is a good fit for those experiencing extreme symptoms, mental health crises, or those without the support systems at home to continue care. In a residential setting, clients stay at the facility 24/7 to focus on intensive recovery programming while having their basic needs (food, shelter, clothing, etc.) provided for them in a structured setting. In addition to providing safety and support, inpatient care is extremely helpful for stabilizing more extreme or severe symptoms of the disorder while creating the foundation for long-term recovery.
A Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) is the next step down from inpatient care, so to speak. Like inpatient care, PHP is an intensive form of care, but rather than staying on site 24/7, clients spend most of their day at the treatment center taking part in one-on-one therapy, group work, and skills-building workshops, and then return home in the evening. PHP is an extremely rigorous form of care that requires a lot of stamina, but it has the benefit of allowing individuals to apply the lessons of treatment directly to their home life.
For clients who are at a point in their recovery where they are able to assume the responsibilities of their daily lives—work, school, family obligations, etc.—but still require intensive care, intensive outpatient programming can be a good middle ground between PHP and traditional outpatient counseling. Clients typically have to attend several sessions a week, which may include individual and group therapy as well as skills-building workshops.
Outpatient counseling is a good fit for individuals who have received higher levels of care, those with milder symptoms that don’t require the intensity of an IOP, or those seeking help but can still function normally in their day-to-day lives. Outpatient care is more limited in scope, but can still provide weekly or biweekly therapy sessions that are an invaluable resource for building resilience, practicing healthy coping mechanisms, and maintaining personal growth.
Not all treatment is therapy, and for many with personality disorders, medication is an important part of the care plan. Medication can help stabilize symptoms, manage underlying mental health issues, and reduce some of the more extreme side effects like impulsivity, mania, or depression.
This program offers video visits for individuals who cannot attend in person or prefer remote care. It maintains the same clinical standards while adapting the delivery method. Telehealth can complement in-person sessions during transitions or when scheduling challenges arise.
Therapy is the backbone of personality disorder treatment. At Excel Behavioral Health, we offer a variety of modalities, including:
Excel treatment has changed my life! The staff starting from the intake process, to all the clinicians are amazing! I really enjoy that. Most of the staff are in recovery and relate to me I have been shown so much support, understanding, and accommodation above and beyond!
The best way to describe a stay with us at Excel Behavioral Health is as a collaboration between you and your team. We are here to provide the necessary structure and treatment, but also to listen, encourage, and empower.
Treatment will begin with a comprehensive assessment, during which our staff will review your history, struggles, strengths, and goals. This is then used to craft a highly personalized treatment plan that is tailored to your individual needs, rather than a generic program. This initial stage also helps clients build trust with staff, making them feel comfortable and supported in the community, and more fully engaged in the program.
From there, we offer a range of therapeutic services, including individual and group therapy, skill-building workshops, holistic approaches such as stress reduction and creative expression, medication management, and, when appropriate, family involvement in treatment. All of these are used not just to reduce the more immediate, more severe symptoms of a personality disorder, but also to give clients the skills and confidence they need to function at home and work, maintain healthy relationships, and grow and change long after the treatment ends.
We know that most people are unfamiliar with how the rehabilitation process works. This is completely normal – our application process is designed to be as simple as possible. Our caring staff will provide all of the guidance you or your loved one needs to make the journey into recovery as streamlined as possible.
We specialize in offering treatment to younger adults and adults in mid-life. At the Excel Center, we believe that recovery is possible for anyone, no matter what age or background. However, different groups of people face different challenges. As such, we make sure that the treatments we offer are varied and meet each of our clients’ exact needs. We consider the different life experiences, pressures, and histories of everyone who seeks help from us.
If the thought of getting help for your personality disorder immediately turns to concerns about the cost, you’re not alone. Health insurance can be overwhelming, frustrating, and largely inaccessible for many. However, it can also be the difference between getting treatment and not, and at Excel Behavioral Health, we take that very seriously. We want to be certain that you or your loved one can afford treatment, whether through insurance or other means.
We can work with many different types of insurance, including PPO and POS plans. Personality disorders are a qualifying medical condition, so insurance should cover, in some capacity, any treatment you may need, including inpatient, outpatient, and even intensive outpatient programs. However, we always encourage our clients to call our admissions team to first verify insurance coverage, then meet with us to discuss the details, limitations, and anything they can expect when it comes to out-of-pocket costs or additional payments. We pride ourselves on transparency, and our team is more than happy to address any questions our clients may have before the process becomes confusing.
We understand that for many, navigating insurance can be intimidating. Don’t let it get in the way of getting help. Our admissions team will verify your insurance coverage and meet with you in person or over the phone to review your options, discuss potential costs, and get you on the right track. All completely free and confidential.
Our admissions team can also help our clients explore alternative options if insurance coverage is not available or is limited. Flexible payment plans may be an option, as well as other forms of assistance that help ease the financial burden and make treatment a reality today instead of “someday.”
At Excel Treatment Center, we can provide a fully customized treatment and recovery program for you or your loved one. Clients struggling with co-occurring disorders are offered the latest evidence-based treatments for addiction and mental health conditions.
Treatment is led by our team of addiction and mental health specialists. These clinicians are skilled in determining which types of treatment is most appropriate for your specific recovery needs.
Treatment approaches delivered at Excel include:
If you or someone you love is living with a personality disorder, know that you’re not beyond help. Recovery and a better quality of life are not just possible but are well within your grasp, and at Excel Behavioral Health, we can help.
With the right care, personality disorders are not the end of the world. In fact, far from it. With treatment, you can build resilience, develop healthier ways of interacting with others, and begin to regain a sense of self and purpose. We have the programs and services in place to help guide you through the process and offer you the support and understanding you need.
Contact Excel Behavioral Health today to learn more about personality disorders treatment in New Jersey and how we can help you or a loved one get the care you need. We can’t do it without you, but we can do it with you.
