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BPD & Addiction · Beverly Hills, CA

BPD & Addiction Treatment in Beverly Hills.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy and integrated psychiatric care help you manage intense emotions and impulsivity, without relying on substances to cope.

  • DBT-informed treatment
  • Licensed psychiatrist on staff
  • Integrated with addiction care
  • Most PPO insurance accepted

Confidential · Free · 24/7

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Duration

30–90 days

Level of care

Dual diagnosis

Who it's for

BPD + substance use disorder

Setting

Private Beverly Hills manor

Overview

What is BPD & addiction treatment?

Borderline personality disorder (BPD) involves intense emotional swings, difficulty with relationships, impulsivity, and a deep fear of abandonment. It frequently co-occurs with substance use disorder, as substances are often used to manage overwhelming emotions. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) — developed specifically for BPD — is central to integrated treatment.

DBT-informed treatment

Dialectical Behavior Therapy was developed specifically for BPD and is a cornerstone of our approach.

Psychiatric evaluation

A licensed psychiatrist assesses BPD symptoms alongside substance use, since the two often present together in complex ways.

Emotional regulation skills

Distress tolerance and emotion regulation skills directly target the impulsivity that drives substance use.

Relationship-focused therapy

Interpersonal effectiveness skills help rebuild relationships strained by BPD and addiction.

Who this program is for

This program is for anyone with diagnosed or suspected BPD who is also using substances — particularly those experiencing intense emotional swings, impulsivity, unstable relationships, or self-destructive patterns alongside substance use. A formal diagnosis is not required to begin treatment.

Recognizing the overlap

How BPD and addiction reinforce each other.

Substances are often used to manage the emotional intensity that defines BPD — understanding this is central to recovery.

Signs of BPD

Intense, rapidly shifting emotions

Fear of abandonment

Unstable relationships

Impulsivity

How It Connects to Substance Use

Substances used to numb emotional pain

Impulsivity extends to substance use

Substance use intensifies mood instability

Relationship instability complicates recovery

The process

What to expect.

DBT gives you concrete skills to manage emotional intensity — not just willpower.

1

Psychiatric & substance assessment

Your clinical team evaluates BPD symptoms and substance use patterns together, recognizing how closely the two are often connected.

2

DBT skills training

You begin learning core DBT skills — mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.

3

Individual & group therapy

Individual sessions address personal patterns, while group DBT skills training builds practical tools used in daily life.

4

Relapse & crisis planning

Your team helps you build a plan for managing intense emotions and urges without resorting to substances or self-destructive behavior.

Why DBT matters

Without DBT skills, the cycle repeats.

Willpower alone rarely resolves the emotional intensity at the core of BPD. DBT provides concrete, practiced skills for managing distress without turning to substances.

High

Co-occurrence rate between BPD and substance use disorder

BPD has one of the highest rates of co-occurring substance use disorder among personality disorders.

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DBT is the leading evidence-based treatment for BPD

Dialectical Behavior Therapy was developed specifically for BPD and has the strongest research support.

4 Skills

Core DBT skill areas taught in treatment

Mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.

Addiction treatment without DBT

Emotional intensity remains unmanaged
Impulsive substance use continues during crises
Relationship instability goes unaddressed
No concrete skills to replace substance use
Fear of abandonment drives relapse
Treatment doesn't match the complexity of BPD

DBT-informed care at Faith Recovery

Dialectical Behavior Therapy at the core of treatment
Concrete distress tolerance and emotion regulation skills
Psychiatric evaluation for accurate, compassionate diagnosis
Interpersonal effectiveness training rebuilds relationships
Addiction and BPD treated by the same coordinated team
Crisis planning built around real emotional triggers

Struggling with intense emotions and substance use together?

DBT-informed, integrated care is available. Call our admissions team for a free, confidential assessment.

Call now — (844) 598-5573

The experience

DBT gave me an actual skill to use in the moment instead of just 'trying harder.' Learning to tolerate distress without falling apart — or reaching for something — changed how I move through hard days.

Faith Recovery Center · Beverly Hills

Morning

Mindfulness practice — a foundational DBT skill practiced daily

Midday

DBT skills group — distress tolerance and emotion regulation training

Afternoon

Individual therapy addressing personal patterns and relationship dynamics

Evening

Reflection and journaling to reinforce skills learned during the day

Cost & insurance

Most PPO plans cover this.

Mental health and dual-diagnosis treatment is an essential health benefit under federal law. We verify your PPO coverage before admission — free and confidential.

BlueCross BlueShield
Optum
United Healthcare
Highmark
Carelon
Anthem
Aetna
Meritain Health
Cigna

Don't see your provider?

We work with many more insurers — call us to check your specific plan.

01

Federally protected

The ACA requires most PPO plans to cover substance use disorder treatment at parity with other medical benefits.

02

Verified before you arrive

We contact your insurer directly and confirm your exact benefits — before you make any commitment.

03

Self-pay options available

If insurance doesn't cover your stay, we offer private-pay rates and can discuss options with our admissions team.

Benefits vary by plan. Verification is not a guarantee of payment.

What comes next

Your treatment pathway.

Treating the addiction alone rarely works if the underlying mental health condition goes unaddressed. Your continuing care plan accounts for both.

Not sure which level of care is right for you?

Our admissions team will assess your needs and recommend the right path — at no cost, no obligation.

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FAQ

Common questions.

Still have questions? Our admissions team is available 24 hours a day — no pressure, no judgment.

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01

What is DBT?

Dialectical Behavior Therapy is an evidence-based treatment developed specifically for BPD. It teaches concrete skills in mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.

02

Do I need a formal BPD diagnosis to start treatment?

No. If you recognize patterns of intense emotions, impulsivity, or relationship instability alongside substance use, our clinical team can help — a formal diagnosis isn't required to begin.

03

Is BPD treatment covered by insurance?

Yes — mental health treatment is an essential health benefit under federal law. We verify your specific PPO benefits before admission, at no cost.

04

How long does DBT take to show results?

DBT is typically a longer-term therapy, though many clients notice improvements in specific skills, like distress tolerance, within weeks. Our team builds a realistic timeline with you.

05

Can BPD be treated alongside addiction at the same time?

Yes — this integrated approach is exactly what we specialize in. Treating BPD and addiction separately often leads to incomplete progress on both.

06

What happens after BPD treatment ends?

Your discharge plan includes continued DBT skills groups, individual therapy, and addiction support, since BPD treatment is most effective with ongoing care.

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Our team will verify your insurance, answer every question, and have you admitted — often within 24 hours.

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