Borderline Personality (BPD) Treatment Centers in Decatur, GA
Recovery DBT is an innovative mental health organization dedicated to promoting and providing essential DBT skills and values to our community through an enriching DBT experience and skill development program. Some of our programing includes: Intensive Outpatient Programming (IOP) Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) 24/7 Skill and Crisis Coaching Parenting Skills and Coaching. Our Adherent DBT Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is an 14-week curriculum which prepares our clients with the skills they need to cope with their most challenging internal battles such as suicidal ideation, self harm behaviors, and eating disorders. Clients are generally referred to IOP by their doctor or therapist as a soft landing from a full or partial hospitalization or as a step up in care for worsening of self harming symptoms.
Recovery DBT is an innovative mental health organization dedicated to promoting and providing essential DBT skills and values to our community through an enriching DBT experience and skill development program. Some of our programing includes: Intensive Outpatient Programming (IOP) Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) 24/7 Skill and Crisis Coaching Parenting Skills and Coaching. Our Adherent DBT Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is an 14-week curriculum which prepares our clients with the skills they need to cope with their most challenging internal battles such as suicidal ideation, self harm behaviors, and eating disorders. Clients are generally referred to IOP by their doctor or therapist as a soft landing from a full or partial hospitalization or as a step up in care for worsening of self harming symptoms.
Recovery Consultants of Atlanta (RCA) is a private non-profit, peer led comprehensive health and recovery community-based organization. We currently offer comprehensive integrated mental health and primary health care services. We serve individuals starting at age 4 years old throughout the entire lifespan.
Recovery Consultants of Atlanta (RCA) is a private non-profit, peer led comprehensive health and recovery community-based organization. We currently offer comprehensive integrated mental health and primary health care services. We serve individuals starting at age 4 years old throughout the entire lifespan.
We strive to improve the physical, emotional, and spiritual health of our clients through individualized care utilizing a whole-person approach to recovery.
We strive to improve the physical, emotional, and spiritual health of our clients through individualized care utilizing a whole-person approach to recovery.
Lakeview Behavioral Health is a premier provider of inpatient mental health and addiction treatment for adults. We offer clinically excellent care for adults age 18 and older who have mental health concerns like bipolar disorder, suicidal ideation, depression, personality disorders, and schizophrenia. We also treat those who have addictions to substances such as alcohol, meth, cocaine, and opioids. Adults who receive care in our inpatient program are typically experiencing severe symptoms that are disrupting their lives. At our hospital, inpatient care allows patients to stabilize and address troubling symptoms before they transition to a less intensive level of care. Our team of multidisciplinary professionals creates a personalized treatment plan for each patient. During your time in our program, your care plan may include services like medication management and evidence-based therapies, such as family and group sessions. We understand that each patient has different needs, and we work to customize their experience with us.
Lakeview Behavioral Health is a premier provider of inpatient mental health and addiction treatment for adults. We offer clinically excellent care for adults age 18 and older who have mental health concerns like bipolar disorder, suicidal ideation, depression, personality disorders, and schizophrenia. We also treat those who have addictions to substances such as alcohol, meth, cocaine, and opioids. Adults who receive care in our inpatient program are typically experiencing severe symptoms that are disrupting their lives. At our hospital, inpatient care allows patients to stabilize and address troubling symptoms before they transition to a less intensive level of care. Our team of multidisciplinary professionals creates a personalized treatment plan for each patient. During your time in our program, your care plan may include services like medication management and evidence-based therapies, such as family and group sessions. We understand that each patient has different needs, and we work to customize their experience with us.
The Berman Center is owned and operated by licensed mental health professionals dedicated to treating mental health and substance abuse/addiction issues. Our highly qualified professionals craft an individualized, evidence-based recovery plan with the goal of transitioning clients into a healthy self- sufficient life. Based on the Jewish values of community, connection, and healing, our spiritually- holistic approach helps participants progress from merely surviving to thriving. Navigating the options for addiction and mental health treatment can be an overwhelming process – especially when you are desperate for help and don’t even know the right questions to ask. We work with you to create a care plan that is individualized to your unique needs and navigate the journey to a better life right by your side. We help you feel better and show you that you matter and belong. If you are looking for help, we’re here for you!
The Berman Center is owned and operated by licensed mental health professionals dedicated to treating mental health and substance abuse/addiction issues. Our highly qualified professionals craft an individualized, evidence-based recovery plan with the goal of transitioning clients into a healthy self- sufficient life. Based on the Jewish values of community, connection, and healing, our spiritually- holistic approach helps participants progress from merely surviving to thriving. Navigating the options for addiction and mental health treatment can be an overwhelming process – especially when you are desperate for help and don’t even know the right questions to ask. We work with you to create a care plan that is individualized to your unique needs and navigate the journey to a better life right by your side. We help you feel better and show you that you matter and belong. If you are looking for help, we’re here for you!
At Peachtree Wellness, we know how to help you turn your life around. Our mental health treatment center in Atlanta makes you feel welcome and comfortable from the first day. We get to know you and your needs, which helps us design a treatment plan that fits your specific goals. We use evidence-based therapies that identify the root cause of mental illness.
At Peachtree Wellness, we know how to help you turn your life around. Our mental health treatment center in Atlanta makes you feel welcome and comfortable from the first day. We get to know you and your needs, which helps us design a treatment plan that fits your specific goals. We use evidence-based therapies that identify the root cause of mental illness.
The foundation of our programming is our team of compassionate and highly experienced behavioral healthcare professionals. The Newport staff is comprised of the best mental health leaders in the country, surrounding each client with 360-degree care. Because Newport’s philosophy of care views family as central to long-term, sustainable healing, the groundbreaking Attachment-Based Family Therapy (ABFT) methodology is also a central component of our approach. ABFT is proven to be successful in addressing adolescent and young adult suicidality by repairing ruptures in the parent-child relationship. Our clinicians receive ongoing training and consultation from ABFT’s co-founders, and are also trained in a wide range of other evidence-based and trauma-informed modalities, including EMDR, DBT, CBT, and ACT.
The foundation of our programming is our team of compassionate and highly experienced behavioral healthcare professionals. The Newport staff is comprised of the best mental health leaders in the country, surrounding each client with 360-degree care. Because Newport’s philosophy of care views family as central to long-term, sustainable healing, the groundbreaking Attachment-Based Family Therapy (ABFT) methodology is also a central component of our approach. ABFT is proven to be successful in addressing adolescent and young adult suicidality by repairing ruptures in the parent-child relationship. Our clinicians receive ongoing training and consultation from ABFT’s co-founders, and are also trained in a wide range of other evidence-based and trauma-informed modalities, including EMDR, DBT, CBT, and ACT.
Whether working alone with a therapist or in a group setting for therapy, a partial hospitalization program will give you the best strategies to cope with your symptoms.
Whether working alone with a therapist or in a group setting for therapy, a partial hospitalization program will give you the best strategies to cope with your symptoms.
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Located in Atlanta, Skyland Trail is a nonprofit mental health treatment organization serving adults and teens. Through our residential and day treatment programs, we help our clients grow, recover, and reclaim their lives. In our adult programs, we specialize in treating adults ages 18 and older with bipolar illness, major depression, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, and anxiety disorders, as well as patients who have complex diagnoses, such as co-occurring substance abuse, anxiety, or borderline personality disorder. Our treatment team has unique expertise in helping: young adults experiencing their first episode of mental illness, men and women struggling with midlife transitions, people who have limited insight into their mental illness, and individuals who may have physical medical needs in addition to psychiatric needs. In our adolescent programs, we specialize in treating teens ages 14 to 17 struggling with anxiety disorders, depression, and bipolar disorder.
Located in Atlanta, Skyland Trail is a nonprofit mental health treatment organization serving adults and teens. Through our residential and day treatment programs, we help our clients grow, recover, and reclaim their lives. In our adult programs, we specialize in treating adults ages 18 and older with bipolar illness, major depression, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, and anxiety disorders, as well as patients who have complex diagnoses, such as co-occurring substance abuse, anxiety, or borderline personality disorder. Our treatment team has unique expertise in helping: young adults experiencing their first episode of mental illness, men and women struggling with midlife transitions, people who have limited insight into their mental illness, and individuals who may have physical medical needs in addition to psychiatric needs. In our adolescent programs, we specialize in treating teens ages 14 to 17 struggling with anxiety disorders, depression, and bipolar disorder.
Because family is essential to addressing challenging mental health issues like borderline personality disorder (BPD) and oppositional defiant disorder, our programs provide families like yours with parent coaching and involvement throughout the treatment process.
Embark Behavioral Health is a leading network of exceptional treatment and therapy programs across the United States. We specialize in preteens, teens, and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, and other mental health and substance abuse issues. Our programs include in-home treatment, virtual coaching and counseling, outpatient clinics that offer intensive outpatient programs (IOPs) and therapeutic day treatment programs, also known as a partial hospitalization program (PHPs), wilderness therapy, short-term residential treatment programs, long-term residential treatment, therapeutic boarding schools, and young adult transitional living options.
Because family is essential to addressing challenging mental health issues like borderline personality disorder (BPD) and oppositional defiant disorder, our programs provide families like yours with parent coaching and involvement throughout the treatment process.
Embark Behavioral Health is a leading network of exceptional treatment and therapy programs across the United States. We specialize in preteens, teens, and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, and other mental health and substance abuse issues. Our programs include in-home treatment, virtual coaching and counseling, outpatient clinics that offer intensive outpatient programs (IOPs) and therapeutic day treatment programs, also known as a partial hospitalization program (PHPs), wilderness therapy, short-term residential treatment programs, long-term residential treatment, therapeutic boarding schools, and young adult transitional living options.
Embark Behavioral Health
Treatment Center, Psy D, LPC, CCTP, CPCS
Verified Verified
Sandy Springs, GA 30319
Because family is essential to addressing challenging mental health issues like borderline personality disorder (BPD) and oppositional defiant disorder, our programs provide families like yours with parent coaching and involvement throughout the treatment process.
Embark Behavioral Health is a leading network of exceptional treatment and therapy programs across the United States. We specialize in preteens, teens, and young adults, struggling with anxiety, depression, and other mental health and substance abuse issues. Our programs include in-home treatment, virtual coaching and counseling, outpatient clinics, that offer intensive outpatient programs (IOPs), and therapeutic day treatment programs, also known as a partial hospitalization program (PHPs), wilderness therapy, short-term residential treatment programs, long-term residential treatment, therapeutic boarding schools, and young adult transitional living options.
Because family is essential to addressing challenging mental health issues like borderline personality disorder (BPD) and oppositional defiant disorder, our programs provide families like yours with parent coaching and involvement throughout the treatment process.
Embark Behavioral Health is a leading network of exceptional treatment and therapy programs across the United States. We specialize in preteens, teens, and young adults, struggling with anxiety, depression, and other mental health and substance abuse issues. Our programs include in-home treatment, virtual coaching and counseling, outpatient clinics, that offer intensive outpatient programs (IOPs), and therapeutic day treatment programs, also known as a partial hospitalization program (PHPs), wilderness therapy, short-term residential treatment programs, long-term residential treatment, therapeutic boarding schools, and young adult transitional living options.
Cottages on Mountain Creek/Bright Path Program
Treatment Center, LCSW
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30305
Our program specializes in: Anxiety, Depression Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, and Schizoaffective.
The Cottages on Mountain Creek and Bright Path Program provide mental health programming for young adults and seniors. Our main campus is located in Sandy Springs, GA and offers inpatient and outpatient treatment levels of care designed specifically for an individual’s path to recovery (call us for inpatient and independent living monthly rates). Working alongside the client and family, the clinical team creates a treatment plan and aftercare plan geared to reintegrate the client back to their community; ready to live a healthy, engaged, and resilient life. Aftercare plans can include recommendations for outpatient programs, medication management, therapeutic support, community support groups and vocational support. We offer residential treatment in-patient programming, transitional independent living and day programming. We provide programming to young adults 18 and over, as well as to older adults. Follow us on Facebook and/or review our websites - www.cottagesonmountaincreek.com and www.brightpathprogram.com. While we provide an out-patient Drug and Alcohol program, mental health is the primary diagnosis with Drug and Alcohol being the secondary diagnosis.
Our program specializes in: Anxiety, Depression Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, and Schizoaffective.
The Cottages on Mountain Creek and Bright Path Program provide mental health programming for young adults and seniors. Our main campus is located in Sandy Springs, GA and offers inpatient and outpatient treatment levels of care designed specifically for an individual’s path to recovery (call us for inpatient and independent living monthly rates). Working alongside the client and family, the clinical team creates a treatment plan and aftercare plan geared to reintegrate the client back to their community; ready to live a healthy, engaged, and resilient life. Aftercare plans can include recommendations for outpatient programs, medication management, therapeutic support, community support groups and vocational support. We offer residential treatment in-patient programming, transitional independent living and day programming. We provide programming to young adults 18 and over, as well as to older adults. Follow us on Facebook and/or review our websites - www.cottagesonmountaincreek.com and www.brightpathprogram.com. While we provide an out-patient Drug and Alcohol program, mental health is the primary diagnosis with Drug and Alcohol being the secondary diagnosis.
Manna is located in the Gwinnett County area (northeast corner of Atlanta), just off 85N. Manna provides three levels of care with a variety of issues: PHP (eating disorders, women’s trauma), IOP (eating disorders, women’s trauma, adolescent mental health, family support), and OP, including dietary counseling (LD, RD) and psychiatric services (DNP). Our outpatient services are more generalized and include depression, anxiety, grief and other life issues. We treat all eating disorders, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge eating disorder for all populations and use a Family Based Treatment process. We can incorporate principles based in Christianity in the therapeutic process. Nutrition therapy services include weight management, medical nutrition therapy, and improving lifestyle behaviors. Our nurse practitioner can see you on an outpatient basis as well. We believe that mental health issues are a combination of faulty beliefs, biology, and spiritual struggles. We aim to provide safety for your healing while helping you discover your true worth and lovability!
Manna is located in the Gwinnett County area (northeast corner of Atlanta), just off 85N. Manna provides three levels of care with a variety of issues: PHP (eating disorders, women’s trauma), IOP (eating disorders, women’s trauma, adolescent mental health, family support), and OP, including dietary counseling (LD, RD) and psychiatric services (DNP). Our outpatient services are more generalized and include depression, anxiety, grief and other life issues. We treat all eating disorders, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge eating disorder for all populations and use a Family Based Treatment process. We can incorporate principles based in Christianity in the therapeutic process. Nutrition therapy services include weight management, medical nutrition therapy, and improving lifestyle behaviors. Our nurse practitioner can see you on an outpatient basis as well. We believe that mental health issues are a combination of faulty beliefs, biology, and spiritual struggles. We aim to provide safety for your healing while helping you discover your true worth and lovability!
Riverwoods Behavioral Health - Inpatient Program
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Stone Mountain, GA 30083
Riverwoods Behavioral Health System provides premier inpatient treatment for children and adolescents ages 10-17 who are experiencing symptoms of addictions and mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, conduct disorder, and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). We tailor treatment plans to each patient’s specific needs. During their time in treatment, children and adolescents may take part in various therapies, including individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy, and experiential therapies. Sessions are led by master’s-level therapists and offered weekly, except for group sessions, which are offered daily. Topics discussed in group sessions can include coping skills, creative expression, peer pressure, social skills, and relationship development. We utilize a rewards-based behavior modification model that allows patients to earn points by demonstrating healthy decision-making. We understand that this stage of life can be impressionable, and we prioritize providing care that is developmentally appropriate.
Riverwoods Behavioral Health System provides premier inpatient treatment for children and adolescents ages 10-17 who are experiencing symptoms of addictions and mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, conduct disorder, and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). We tailor treatment plans to each patient’s specific needs. During their time in treatment, children and adolescents may take part in various therapies, including individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy, and experiential therapies. Sessions are led by master’s-level therapists and offered weekly, except for group sessions, which are offered daily. Topics discussed in group sessions can include coping skills, creative expression, peer pressure, social skills, and relationship development. We utilize a rewards-based behavior modification model that allows patients to earn points by demonstrating healthy decision-making. We understand that this stage of life can be impressionable, and we prioritize providing care that is developmentally appropriate.
Focus provides compassionate and comprehensive treatment for adults struggling with eating disorders, substance use disorders, and dual diagnosis for both. Our whole-person approach reflects each patient's unique journey and life experiences so that care is genuine and personalized. Our Chattanooga location offers onsite medical detox, residential, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient levels of care. We provide screenings and assessments to help determine the appropriate level of treatment needed, as well as same day benefits verification. Additionally, our Knoxville location offers an eating disorder intensive outpatient program for adolescents and adults, as well as outpatient therapy and nutrition services.
Focus provides compassionate and comprehensive treatment for adults struggling with eating disorders, substance use disorders, and dual diagnosis for both. Our whole-person approach reflects each patient's unique journey and life experiences so that care is genuine and personalized. Our Chattanooga location offers onsite medical detox, residential, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient levels of care. We provide screenings and assessments to help determine the appropriate level of treatment needed, as well as same day benefits verification. Additionally, our Knoxville location offers an eating disorder intensive outpatient program for adolescents and adults, as well as outpatient therapy and nutrition services.
Synapse, LLC is an Intensive Outpatient program designed to address substance use disorders, as well as, substance misuse. The Synapse System is the most advanced, evidence-informed, neuroscientific approach to treatment available on an outpatient basis. Synapse is a unique program in that all services are guided by neuroscience. Therefore, the Synapse System is a blend of traditional evidence based therapies with emerging neuroscientific technologies. Services include individual therapies, group therapies, and family therapy provided by a team of 3 licensed psychologists with approximately 75 years of cumulative experience treating substance use and co-occurring disorders. Medication assisted treatment (MAT) is available as appropriate.
Synapse, LLC is an Intensive Outpatient program designed to address substance use disorders, as well as, substance misuse. The Synapse System is the most advanced, evidence-informed, neuroscientific approach to treatment available on an outpatient basis. Synapse is a unique program in that all services are guided by neuroscience. Therefore, the Synapse System is a blend of traditional evidence based therapies with emerging neuroscientific technologies. Services include individual therapies, group therapies, and family therapy provided by a team of 3 licensed psychologists with approximately 75 years of cumulative experience treating substance use and co-occurring disorders. Medication assisted treatment (MAT) is available as appropriate.
For almost forty years, Talbott Recovery has been dedicated to compassionately providing comprehensive substance use disorder and behavioral health services to patients, families and communities. With an esteemed professionals program that treats pilots, physicians, healthcare professionals, judges, lawyers and executives, we are the nation's premier treatment program with PHP, IOP and OP levels of care. Our co-occurring addiction and mental health treatment program is both comprehensive and individualized. Talbott Recovery has two locations in Atlanta and Dunwoody. With a stellar staff of clinicians and four fulltime dual boarded addiction psychiatrists, we provide a unparalleled treatment for licensed and unlicensed professionals. Please feel free to call us or visit our website at talbottcampus.com.
For almost forty years, Talbott Recovery has been dedicated to compassionately providing comprehensive substance use disorder and behavioral health services to patients, families and communities. With an esteemed professionals program that treats pilots, physicians, healthcare professionals, judges, lawyers and executives, we are the nation's premier treatment program with PHP, IOP and OP levels of care. Our co-occurring addiction and mental health treatment program is both comprehensive and individualized. Talbott Recovery has two locations in Atlanta and Dunwoody. With a stellar staff of clinicians and four fulltime dual boarded addiction psychiatrists, we provide a unparalleled treatment for licensed and unlicensed professionals. Please feel free to call us or visit our website at talbottcampus.com.
At Hooked on Hope, treating clients suffering from mental health issues is our passion. Through our program components of individual therapy, group therapy, medical services, case management services, holistic treatments and aftercare, we ensure to provide our clients with as much support as possible as they heal. Hooked on Hope embodies empathy and resilience, existing for healing and transformation, missed deeply by lost souls and hope seekers, with a core of passion and innovation driving every endeavor. We empower individuals towards mental well-being with compassionate care, unwavering support, and evidence-based interventions.
At Hooked on Hope, treating clients suffering from mental health issues is our passion. Through our program components of individual therapy, group therapy, medical services, case management services, holistic treatments and aftercare, we ensure to provide our clients with as much support as possible as they heal. Hooked on Hope embodies empathy and resilience, existing for healing and transformation, missed deeply by lost souls and hope seekers, with a core of passion and innovation driving every endeavor. We empower individuals towards mental well-being with compassionate care, unwavering support, and evidence-based interventions.
Our mission is to help guide individuals seeking a path to freedom through humanity, compassion, and boundless support. At Hope Harbor Wellness, treating clients suffering from substance use disorder is our passion. Through our program components of individual therapy, group therapy, medical services, case management services, holistic treatments and aftercare, we ensure to provide our clients with as much support as possible as they heal.
Our mission is to help guide individuals seeking a path to freedom through humanity, compassion, and boundless support. At Hope Harbor Wellness, treating clients suffering from substance use disorder is our passion. Through our program components of individual therapy, group therapy, medical services, case management services, holistic treatments and aftercare, we ensure to provide our clients with as much support as possible as they heal.
North Georgia Recovery Center offers comprehensive outpatient treatment options for both substance abuse issues and co-occurring mental health disorders. We seek to provide a catered approach to each individual with the understanding that each person is unique in their struggles. In addition to our commuter programs located in Kennesaw, NGRC also provides housing accommodations for those in need of additional community support and resources as they focus on their journey in recovery.
North Georgia Recovery Center offers comprehensive outpatient treatment options for both substance abuse issues and co-occurring mental health disorders. We seek to provide a catered approach to each individual with the understanding that each person is unique in their struggles. In addition to our commuter programs located in Kennesaw, NGRC also provides housing accommodations for those in need of additional community support and resources as they focus on their journey in recovery.
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Borderline Personality (BPD) Treatment Centers
What is the most successful approach to treating borderline personality disorder?
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is considered the gold standard of treatment for borderline personality disorder. An evidence-based treatment, it addresses the extreme emotional reactivity, the relationship difficulties, and the acts of self-harm that create so much distress for BPD patients. DBT is a comprehensive program that includes both regular individual psychotherapy sessions and weekly group sessions of skills training.
What happens in treatment of borderline personality disorder?
Treatment typically consists of weekly individual therapy sessions that last an hour and group skill-focused instructional sessions that may last up to two hours. Patients are typically given homework “assignments” in which they are asked to practice in their daily life the skills they acquire in therapy. Patients also keep a diary tracking their emotions and impulses as a way to know which situations are most problematic and to help them gain control over their own behavior. Difficult situations and feelings are typically reviewed in therapy sessions and more constructive solutions found.
What kinds of problems does BPD treatment help with?
DBT was initially developed to dampen the self-destructive impulses of chronically suicidal patients. It is now the treatment of choice for borderline personality disorder, a serious condition marked by extreme emotional reactivity, relationship instability, and self-injurious behaviors. Treatment of BPD helps patients tolerate the flux of emotions without acting on them, often with a specific focus on tolerating negative emotions. DBT addresses the core problems of BPD—fear of abandonment, low self-esteem, and impulsivity.
What is the goal of treatment in borderline personality disorder?
The goal of treatment for borderline personality disorder (BPD) is to relieve the extreme emotional distress that patients experience—to curb their emotional reactivity, to minimize their inclination to self-harm, and to reduce their impulsivity. Toward these ends, patients are not only taught an array of new coping skills and techniques for emotional regulation, they are given opportunities to practice them. Another major goal of treatment is interpersonal effectiveness; patients learn and problem-solve ways to effectively communicate in relationships, especially how to ask for what they need as a way to minimize hurt feelings.