Personality Disorders
If you often feel misunderstood, struggle to manage emotions, or experience unstable relationships, you’re not alone. At A1 Behavioral Health, we specialize in helping individuals with personality disorders find balance, self-awareness, and healthier ways to connect with others.
What Are Personality Disorders?
Personality disorders are long-term patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving that differ from societal expectations and cause distress or difficulties in daily life. These patterns can impact how a person relates to themselves and others, influencing work, emotions, and relationships.
There are several types of personality disorders, including Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), Avoidant, Dependent, Paranoid, and Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD), among others.
At A1 Behavioral Health, we provide compassionate, individualized treatment that helps patients recognize patterns, build emotional stability, and develop meaningful, lasting relationships.
Signs and Symptoms of Personality Disorders
Symptoms can vary widely depending on the specific type of disorder, but most involve ongoing difficulties with emotions, self-image, and relationships.
Personality Disorder Diagnostic Symptoms:
- Intense and unstable emotions or mood swings
- Difficulty maintaining stable relationships
- Distorted self-image or sense of identity
- Fear of abandonment or rejection
- Impulsive or risky behaviors
- Trouble managing anger or frustration
- Feelings of emptiness or loneliness
- Overly suspicious or mistrustful thoughts
Common Behavioral and Emotional Symptoms:
- Difficulty adapting to stress or change
- Rigid or extreme thinking patterns
- Sensitivity to criticism or perceived failure
- Withdrawal or social isolation
- Emotional dependency on others
- Repeated conflicts with family or coworkers
- Periods of anxiety, depression, or irritability
Understanding Personality Disorders
Personality disorders are complex conditions influenced by a combination of genetics, early life experiences, and environmental factors. They are not a choice or moral failing, they’re patterns that develop over time, often as a way of coping with past pain or trauma. At A1 Behavioral Health, our goal is to help you understand these patterns, identify triggers, and build new, healthy coping mechanisms that promote emotional growth and resilience.
Managing Personality Disorders
Effective Treatment Approaches:
Psychotherapy: Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), or Schema Therapy to help manage emotions and relationships
Medication Management: Antidepressants, mood stabilizers, or anti-anxiety medications to treat co-occurring symptoms
Skills Training: Building communication, emotional regulation, and distress tolerance techniques
Holistic Practices: Mindfulness, yoga, and relaxation exercises for inner balance
Support Systems: Group therapy, peer support, and family education to improve understanding and connection
Our providers at A1 Behavioral Health focus on helping patients create lasting emotional stability, self-acceptance, and fulfilling interpersonal relationships through ongoing, compassionate care.
Get In Touch
Dr. Naiga Dohnji (DNP) is a dedicated provider, who embodies the mission and values of being a positive influence in patients’ lives, with a rich tapestry of professional experience.
- 972-656-8258
- info@a1behavioralhealth.com
- 13th Street 47 W 13th St, New York,