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Recertified for Quality: PBHG Programs Recognized by CARF International

An independent recognition we have proudly maintained for nearly two decades — across our continuum of behavioral health programs. From the team at Preferred Behavioral ...

More Than “Nice Parenting”: How Unconditional Positive Regard Becomes a Lifelong Shield for Your Child

One simple practice can change how your child sees you — and how they see themselves. Written in collaboration with the NJ4S Monmouth & Ocean ...

From Hesitation to Hope: Understanding Medication Management for Your Child

  If someone has suggested that your child might benefit from psychiatric medication — a teacher, a pediatrician, a school counselor — and your first ...

Women’s Mental Health in New Jersey: A Call to Action From PBHG’s CEO

The following op-ed by PBHG CEO Dr. Tara Chalakani, originally published in several newspapers including the Asbury Park Press and the Bergen Record, is shared ...

National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month

Adam J. Sagot, D.O., FAPAChief Medical OfficerPreferred Behavioral Health Group February is National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month. To avoid treating this month as simply ...

National Eating Disorders Awareness Week

Adam J. Sagot, D.O., FAPAChief Medical OfficerPreferred Behavioral Health Group A teenager skips dinner and says they already ate. A college student trains for hours ...

Preferred Behavioral Health Group Proudly Welcomes Karen Campi to Board of Trustees

Preferred Behavioral Health Group (PBHG) is proud to welcome Karen Campi to its Board of Trustees in 2026. Karen brings more than two decades of ...

February Focus: Keeping Your Resolutions and the Real Benefits of Staying Active

Adam J. Sagot, D.O. FAPAChief Medical Officer As we settle into February, many of us find ourselves reflecting on the resolutions we set just one ...

Preferred Behavioral Health Group Announces New Leadership to Board of Trustees

Eatontown — Preferred Behavioral Health Group (PBHG), a leading nonprofit provider of mental health, recovery, and prevention services, today announced a slate of new leadership ...