Histrionic Personality Disorder (HPD) is characterized by a strong need to be noticed, an intense focus on appearance, and a tendency toward dramatic or highly emotional expression. While people with HPD are often warm, engaging, and charismatic, they may also feel as though they must always be “on” in order to be valued.
If you are living with HPD, you might find yourself feeling uncomfortable when you are not the center of attention, seeking approval in ways that leave you feeling drained, or using dramatic emotions to connect with others. These patterns can be exhausting and may sometimes create misunderstandings in relationships. At R&R Health, we believe that your capacity for connection and expression is a strength. Our goal is to help you channel it in ways that are fulfilling, authentic, and grounded.
HPD can make it difficult to sustain long-term, deeply connected relationships. Others may misinterpret your actions or feel overwhelmed by the intensity of your emotions. You may feel pressure to maintain a certain level of excitement or charm, which can prevent you from showing vulnerability or expressing your true needs.
These challenges often stem from deeper fears of rejection or invisibility. Without treatment, the cycle of seeking approval and feeling unfulfilled can repeat, leading to frustration, loneliness, and a sense that your true self is hidden beneath a performance.
Understanding Your Story
We start by listening to your experiences without judgment, focusing on your strengths as well as the challenges you face. Together, we identify patterns that may be holding you back and create a plan to help you connect more authentically.
Evidence-Based Therapies
We use approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to address unhelpful thought patterns, Schema Therapy to work with deep-seated beliefs, and psychodynamic therapy to explore the roots of your emotional expression. These methods help you develop a stable sense of self-worth that is not dependent on constant external validation.
Holistic and Experiential Practices
Activities like yoga, surf therapy, art therapy, music therapy, equine-assisted activities, reiki, and outdoor adventures help you express yourself in new ways, release stress, and connect with others in more grounded and meaningful environments.
Building Emotional Awareness and Communication Skills
We work with you to identify emotions as they arise, communicate your needs effectively, and create deeper bonds based on trust and mutual respect rather than performance.
Our goal is for you to leave treatment feeling secure in who you are, comfortable showing your authentic self, and confident in building relationships that are based on more than surface-level approval. You will discover that you can still express yourself with energy and passion, but without the pressure to always be “on.”
Clients often describe feeling freer, more genuine, and more deeply connected to the people around them. This shift creates the foundation for lasting emotional stability and a more satisfying life.
You do not have to face this alone. Whether you are seeking help for yourself or a loved one, our admissions team will guide you every step of the way.
