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SCHOLAR | Treatment | What We Treat

Evidence-based, individualized care for a comprehensive range of behavioral health conditions — across the lifespan.


Scholar provides evidence-based behavioral health care for a wide range of mental health conditions, substance use disorders, and related concerns — for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. Our approach is always individualized and outcome-focused — tailored to each person’s specific diagnosis, clinical presentation, personal goals, and the life they are working toward.

The conditions listed below represent the breadth of Scholar’s clinical scope. If you do not see your specific concern listed, please reach out. Our practitioners address a wide range of presentations and are always happy to discuss whether Scholar is the right fit for your situation.


Every person who comes to Scholar receives care that is built around who they are — not simply what they have been diagnosed with. Diagnosis informs treatment. It does not define the person.


Conditions We Treat

Mood Disorders

Mood disorders affect how a person feels, thinks, and functions in daily life — ranging from persistent low mood and loss of interest to extreme emotional highs and lows. Scholar provides evidence-based treatment for the full spectrum of mood disorders across all levels of severity.


Major Depressive Disorder

Including treatment-resistant and recurrent presentations

Persistent Depressive Disorder

Dysthymia — chronic, low-grade depression

Bipolar I Disorder

Manic and depressive episodes

Bipolar II Disorder

Hypomanic and depressive episodes

Cyclothymic Disorder

Chronic mood instability

Seasonal Affective Disorder

SAD — seasonal pattern of depression

Postpartum Depression

Perinatal and postpartum mood disorders

Substance-Induced Mood Disorder

Mood disturbance related to substance use

Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder

PMDD — severe premenstrual mood symptoms

Other Specified Mood Disorders

Full DSM-5 mood disorder spectrum

Take the Depression Screening.

Not sure if what you are experiencing is Depression?  Depression looks different for every person — and it is not always easy to recognize.  This screening is not a diagnosis — but it is a meaningful first step.

Anxiety Disorders

Anxiety disorders are among the most common mental health conditions — and among the most responsive to evidence-based treatment. Scholar addresses the full spectrum of anxiety presentations across the lifespan.


Generalized Anxiety Disorder

GAD — persistent, excessive worry

Panic Disorder

Recurrent, unexpected panic attacks

Social Anxiety Disorder

Intense fear of social situations

Specific Phobias

Persistent fear of specific objects or situations

Agoraphobia

Fear and avoidance of open or public spaces

Separation Anxiety Disorder

Excessive anxiety about separation from attachment figures

Selective Mutism

Failure to speak in specific social situations

Other Specified Anxiety Disorders

Full DSM-5 anxiety disorder spectrum

Take the Anxiety Screening.

Wondering if you might be experiencing anxiety?   Get a clearer picture of what you are experiencing and whether professional support might help. This screening is not a diagnosis, but it can be an important first step.

Obsessive-Compulsive & Related Disorders

Obsessive-compulsive and related disorders involve intrusive thoughts, repetitive behaviors, and the significant distress and functional impairment that accompany them. Scholar provides evidence-based treatment for the full spectrum of OCD-related presentations.


Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

OCD — obsessions and compulsions

Body Dysmorphic Disorder

BDD — preoccupation with perceived appearance flaws

Hoarding Disorder

Persistent difficulty discarding possessions

Trichotillomania

Hair-pulling disorder

Excoriation Disorder

Skin-picking disorder

Other OCD-Related Disorders

Full DSM-5 OCD spectrum

Schizophrenia Spectrum & Psychotic Disorders

Psychotic disorders involve significant disruptions in thinking, perception, emotion, and behavior. Scholar provides evidence-based outpatient treatment and support for individuals living with psychotic disorders and their families.


Schizophrenia

Positive, negative, and cognitive symptom management

Schizoaffective Disorder

Psychotic and mood symptom presentations

Schizophreniform Disorder

Schizophrenia-like symptoms of shorter duration

Brief Psychotic Disorder

Short-term psychotic episodes

Delusional Disorder

Fixed, false beliefs without other psychotic features

Substance-Induced Psychotic Disorder

Psychosis related to substance use

Other Specified Psychotic Disorders

Full DSM-5 psychotic disorder spectrum

Serious Mental Illness

SMI — comprehensive support and treatment

Personality Disorders

Personality disorders involve enduring patterns of inner experience and behavior that deviate significantly from cultural expectations and cause significant distress or functional impairment. Scholar provides specialized, evidence-based treatment for the full DSM-5 personality disorder spectrum.

Borderline Personality Disorder

Emotional dysregulation and identity instability


Narcissistic Personality Disorder

NPD and related presentations

Other Personality Disorders

Full DSM-5 personality disorder spectrum

Childhood Disorders

Neurodevelopmental & Behavioral Disorders

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)

Conduct Disorder 


Mood and Anxiety

Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD

Separation Anxiety

Major Depressive Disorder

PTSD


Other Specific Disorders

Anorexia Nervosa

Bulimia Nervosa

Avoidant/restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID



Neurodevelopmental Disorders

Neurodevelopmental disorders emerge in the developmental period and affect personal, social, academic, and occupational functioning. Scholar provides evidence-based assessment and treatment across the lifespan — for children, adolescents, and adults.

"When thinking and behavior are causing harm."

Dissociative Disorders

Dissociative disorders involve disruptions in consciousness, memory, identity, emotion, and behavior — often arising from traumatic experiences. Scholar provides trauma-informed, evidence-based treatment for the full spectrum of dissociative presentations.


Dissociative Identity Disorder

DID — disruption of identity into distinct states

Dissociative Amnesia

Inability to recall important autobiographical information

Depersonalization/Derealization Disorder

Feeling detached from self or surroundings

Other Dissociative Disorders

Full DSM-5 dissociative disorder spectrum

"When life feels out of control."

Impulse Control & Disruptive Behavior Disorders

Impulse control disorders involve difficulty regulating emotions and behaviors in ways that violate social norms or the rights of others. Scholar provides evidence-based treatment for the full spectrum of impulse control presentations.

Intermittent Explosive Disorder

Kleptomania

Pyromania

Self-Injurious Behavior

Other Impulse Control Disorders

Full DSM-5 impulse control spectrum

Substance Use & Addictive Disorders

Substance use disorders and addictive behaviors affect every dimension of a person’s life. Scholar provides evidence-based, recovery-oriented treatment for the full spectrum of substance use and addictive disorders — including co-occurring mental health conditions.

Substance Use Disorders

Alcohol Use Disorder

Opioid Use Disorder

Stimulant Use Disorder

Cannabis Use Disorder

Polysubstance Use Disorder

Sedative Use Disorder

Tobacco Use Disorder

Nicotine Dependence 

Co-Occurring Disorders

Other Substance Use Disorders

Behavioral Addiction

Compulsive Gambling Disorder

Internet Addiction

Shopping Addiction

Social media addiction

AI Addiction

Screen Addiction

Plastic Surgery Addict6ion

Food Addiction

Work Addiction

Thrill-seeking activities

Gaming

Sexual Addiction

AI Porn Addiction

Compulsive Sexual Behavior Disorder

Trauma-Based Sex Addiction

Psychological Sex Addiction

Biological Sex Addiction

Intimacy Anorexics 

Relationship Addicts

Other Sexual Addictions and Disorders

Full DSM-IV Sexual Disorders

"When relationships are suffering."

Sexual & Intimacy Relationship Concerns

Sexual and relational concerns affect some of the most intimate dimensions of a person’s life and well-being. Scholar provides compassionate, evidence-based support for a range of sexual and relationship presentations.


Sexual Dysfunction

Including desire, arousal, and pain disorders

Sexual Trauma

Treatment for survivors of sexual abuse and assault

Relationship & Intimacy Difficulties

Couples, marriage, and relational concerns

Other Sexual Concerns

Compassionate, individualized support

"When the past won't stay in the past."

Other Areas of Expertise

Beyond diagnosis, Scholar’s practitioners bring specialized clinical expertise to a range of populations, presentations, and life circumstances that require more than standard outpatient care. These areas reflect the depth and breadth of Scholar’s clinical knowledge and the genuine commitment to meeting every person where they are.


🩹  Trauma & Abuse

Scholar provides specialized, trauma-informed care for survivors of physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual trauma, childhood trauma, and complex trauma across the lifespan. Our practitioners are trained in the evidence-based approaches that produce the best outcomes for trauma survivors — including TF-CBT, CPT, Prolonged Exposure, and trauma-informed CBT.


🏠  Domestic Violence

Scholar provides clinical support for both survivors of domestic violence and individuals who have engaged in intimate partner violence — each through distinct, clinician-facilitated programs designed to address the specific clinical needs of each population with the appropriate evidence-based approach.


💔  Grief & Bereavement

Loss reshapes a person’s entire world. Scholar’s practitioners provide compassionate, clinically guided support for individuals navigating grief and bereavement — whether following the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, a significant life transition, or any other experience of profound loss.


🎖️  Military, Veterans & Active Duty Service Members

Scholar provides specialized behavioral health care for military veterans, active duty service members, and their families — addressing the unique psychological, relational, and reintegration challenges that military service and combat exposure can produce, including PTSD, moral injury, traumatic brain injury-related behavioral concerns, and the complex transition from military to civilian life.


📊  Serious Mental Illness

Scholar provides comprehensive outpatient support for individuals living with serious mental illness — including schizophrenia spectrum disorders, treatment-resistant mood disorders, and other conditions that require sustained, intensive clinical attention. Our approach is recovery-oriented and strength-based — focused on maximizing functioning, quality of life, and community integration.


🤕  Chronic Medical Illness & Behavioral Health

The relationship between physical and behavioral health is inseparable. Scholar provides specialized behavioral health support for individuals managing chronic medical conditions — including cancer, chronic pain, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, autoimmune conditions, and other illnesses that profoundly affect mental health, quality of life, and the capacity to engage in self-care and treatment adherence.


🗨️  Suicidal Ideation & Self-Harm

Scholar provides specialized clinical assessment and treatment for individuals experiencing suicidal ideation and self-injurious behavior — including comprehensive safety planning, evidence-based risk assessment, and the kind of compassionate, non-judgmental care that makes it possible for individuals in the most acute distress to begin moving toward safety and stability.


⚖️  Forensic Behavioral Health

Scholar provides a comprehensive range of forensic behavioral health services for justice-involved individuals, survivors of crime and abuse, and legal professionals — including forensic evaluation, expert witness testimony, court-ordered treatment, and specialized intervention for both adult and juvenile populations. Please visit our Forensic Behavioral Health pages for complete details.


📋  Disability Evaluation & Workers Compensation

Scholar provides clinical evaluation and behavioral health support for individuals navigating disability determination, workers compensation claims, and the complex psychological dimensions of work-related injury and illness — including the emotional impact of loss of function, financial stress, and the challenges of navigating complex administrative and legal systems while managing a health condition.


👨‍👩‍👧‍👦  Behavior Modification

Scholar provides evidence-based behavior modification services for children, adolescents, and adults — addressing problematic behavioral patterns through structured, clinically guided intervention that builds adaptive skills, strengthens self-regulation, and produces meaningful and lasting behavioral change.


🧠  Cognitive & Neuropsychological Concerns

Scholar provides clinical assessment and behavioral health support for individuals experiencing cognitive difficulties — including attention, memory, executive function, and processing speed concerns related to psychiatric conditions, neurological events, traumatic brain injury, or the aging process.

Not Sure If We Can Help?

Our practitioners are equipped to address a wide range of conditions and presentations beyond those listed here. If you do not see your specific concern — or if you are unsure whether Scholar Specialized Treatment Services, LLC is the right fit for your situation — please reach out. We are always happy to discuss your needs and help you determine the best path forward.


Whatever you are navigating — we are here. Evidence-based care, genuine compassion, and the unwavering belief that meaningful change is possible — for every person who walks through our doors.

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