Personality Disorders Psychologists and Therapists in Metropolitan Adelaide, SA
At Colourful Clouds Counselling & Wellbeing, I respect my clients as the expert of their own experience and draw on trauma-informed, strengths-focused, evidence-based approaches—tailored with a personal, creative touch, through an approach of holistic, body-mind-culture connectedness.
At Colourful Clouds Counselling & Wellbeing, I respect my clients as the expert of their own experience and draw on trauma-informed, strengths-focused, evidence-based approaches—tailored with a personal, creative touch, through an approach of holistic, body-mind-culture connectedness.
Life can get overwhelming, we get stuck, exhausted, confused or it feels too much! We don’t need to be alone at these times. If you relate to these things or have other questions - feel free to reach out. My encouraging approach enables you to be at ease sharing your concerns in a calm, safe space. I have worked with young people, adults and families for over 30 years but would also like to encourage males over 40yrs of age connect with me re their concerns.
Life can get overwhelming, we get stuck, exhausted, confused or it feels too much! We don’t need to be alone at these times. If you relate to these things or have other questions - feel free to reach out. My encouraging approach enables you to be at ease sharing your concerns in a calm, safe space. I have worked with young people, adults and families for over 30 years but would also like to encourage males over 40yrs of age connect with me re their concerns.
I have special interests in the treatment of Personality Disorders, particularly Borderline Personality Disorder.
My approach to therapy is individualised and tailored to meet the unique needs of the client. My focus is to build a good foundation in the therapist and client relationship. From this, I seek to learn about clients’ emotional experiences. I like to use integrative approaches to therapy, bringing together various modalities of treatment.
I have special interests in the treatment of Personality Disorders, particularly Borderline Personality Disorder.
My approach to therapy is individualised and tailored to meet the unique needs of the client. My focus is to build a good foundation in the therapist and client relationship. From this, I seek to learn about clients’ emotional experiences. I like to use integrative approaches to therapy, bringing together various modalities of treatment.
I am a Clinical Psychologist based in Adelaide who sees clients all over Australia via Telehealth. I have a Honours degree in Psychology in addition to a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology. I have a passion for helping my clients reach their goals and utilize a warm and empathetic client centered approach. I have experience in both the private and public sectors with clients from diverse backgrounds and varying presentations.
I am a Clinical Psychologist based in Adelaide who sees clients all over Australia via Telehealth. I have a Honours degree in Psychology in addition to a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology. I have a passion for helping my clients reach their goals and utilize a warm and empathetic client centered approach. I have experience in both the private and public sectors with clients from diverse backgrounds and varying presentations.
I treat a wide range of mental health problems, such as mood disorders, anxiety, trauma (including PTSD and CPTSD), personality disorders, psychosis, addictions and substance use disorders, OCD, and issues related to sleep and eating.
I draw upon Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and Mentalisation-Based Therapy (MBT). For forensic issues, I utilise my specialist training in risk assessment, forensic case formulation, and malingering detection.
I treat a wide range of mental health problems, such as mood disorders, anxiety, trauma (including PTSD and CPTSD), personality disorders, psychosis, addictions and substance use disorders, OCD, and issues related to sleep and eating.
I draw upon Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and Mentalisation-Based Therapy (MBT). For forensic issues, I utilise my specialist training in risk assessment, forensic case formulation, and malingering detection.
Sometimes life doesn't always go as planned. Even when you are doing your best in a difficult situation you can feel overwhelmed, exhausted, tired and fed up from your battle. Maybe you or a loved one has a diagnosis of a mental health condition and you don't know how to help yourself or your loved ones. I may be able to help you overcome your obstacles and problems with evidence based therapies that are tailored to your particular problems and circumstances. Sometimes just talking to someone about your problems and feelings is all you need. I can help with that too.
Sometimes life doesn't always go as planned. Even when you are doing your best in a difficult situation you can feel overwhelmed, exhausted, tired and fed up from your battle. Maybe you or a loved one has a diagnosis of a mental health condition and you don't know how to help yourself or your loved ones. I may be able to help you overcome your obstacles and problems with evidence based therapies that are tailored to your particular problems and circumstances. Sometimes just talking to someone about your problems and feelings is all you need. I can help with that too.
I work with individuals aged 16 and above who are experiencing anxiety, low mood, OCD, or the effects of trauma. Many of my clients feel stuck in patterns that are difficult to shift—such as overthinking, intrusive thoughts, avoidance, or feeling constantly on edge. You might be someone who appears to be coping on the outside but feels overwhelmed internally, or someone who has tried to manage things on your own but is finding it increasingly exhausting. I take a collaborative approach to therapy. Together, we will make sense of what is maintaining your current difficulties and identify clear, manage steps forward.
I work with individuals aged 16 and above who are experiencing anxiety, low mood, OCD, or the effects of trauma. Many of my clients feel stuck in patterns that are difficult to shift—such as overthinking, intrusive thoughts, avoidance, or feeling constantly on edge. You might be someone who appears to be coping on the outside but feels overwhelmed internally, or someone who has tried to manage things on your own but is finding it increasingly exhausting. I take a collaborative approach to therapy. Together, we will make sense of what is maintaining your current difficulties and identify clear, manage steps forward.
Clients who engage with me are committed to personal growth and are seeking an individual who can often just be a witness to their reality. Personal growth requires courage, courage to be honest and courage to admit that there are certain components in our lives we are unable to change. I have been privileged to be part of the self-actualization journey of numerous individuals over the years and I have come to understand that we all have the ability to evolve. Therapy is not for the faint hearted yet it is one of the best investments in yourself you will ever make.
Clients who engage with me are committed to personal growth and are seeking an individual who can often just be a witness to their reality. Personal growth requires courage, courage to be honest and courage to admit that there are certain components in our lives we are unable to change. I have been privileged to be part of the self-actualization journey of numerous individuals over the years and I have come to understand that we all have the ability to evolve. Therapy is not for the faint hearted yet it is one of the best investments in yourself you will ever make.
What fuels my passion is the belief that every person has the potential for change and resilience, even in the face of adversity. My work is informed by an in-depth understanding of human behaviour grounded in cognitive and affective neuroscience, trauma-informed care, and other therapeutic modalities. I am dedicated to creating an environment where clients feel genuinely heard, supported, and empowered to take the necessary steps to improve their mental, emotional and overall health and well-being.
What fuels my passion is the belief that every person has the potential for change and resilience, even in the face of adversity. My work is informed by an in-depth understanding of human behaviour grounded in cognitive and affective neuroscience, trauma-informed care, and other therapeutic modalities. I am dedicated to creating an environment where clients feel genuinely heard, supported, and empowered to take the necessary steps to improve their mental, emotional and overall health and well-being.
Areas of work:
Personality disorders & maladaptive coping mechanisms;
Suicidal ideation & self-harm;
Emotion dysregulation;
Complex trauma and PTSD;
Anxiety disorders e
I am a psychotherapist and Accredited Mental Health Social Worker practicing in both private and public mental health services. I specialise in providing Schema Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy(ACT). I have completed full training via the International Society of Schema Therapy (ISST) and am undergoing Individual Schema Therapy trainee program. I facilitate DBT program including skill group, individual DBT and phone coaching. I am also trained for treating eating disorders utilising DBT and CBT-E
Areas of work:
Personality disorders & maladaptive coping mechanisms;
Suicidal ideation & self-harm;
Emotion dysregulation;
Complex trauma and PTSD;
Anxiety disorders e
I am a psychotherapist and Accredited Mental Health Social Worker practicing in both private and public mental health services. I specialise in providing Schema Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy(ACT). I have completed full training via the International Society of Schema Therapy (ISST) and am undergoing Individual Schema Therapy trainee program. I facilitate DBT program including skill group, individual DBT and phone coaching. I am also trained for treating eating disorders utilising DBT and CBT-E
Clients consult me due to experiencing a range of personal and interpersonal difficulties. Often clients contact me because they want to overcome anxiety, depression, and in particular, relationship issues. A group of clients also consult me about transexual challenges they are facing in day to day life.
Clients consult me due to experiencing a range of personal and interpersonal difficulties. Often clients contact me because they want to overcome anxiety, depression, and in particular, relationship issues. A group of clients also consult me about transexual challenges they are facing in day to day life.
Senior Social Worker / Counsellor / Clinical Supervisor
I am a senior social worker and counsellor providing trauma-informed counselling and clinical supervision for individuals and professionals navigating complexity, adversity, and change. My work is clinically rigorous, ethically governed, and relational in practice. I support people impacted by mental health challenges, damaging relationships, coercive control, life disruption, and workplace injury. Alongside counselling, I provide clinical supervision to
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Senior Social Worker / Counsellor / Clinical Supervisor
I am a senior social worker and counsellor providing trauma-informed counselling and clinical supervision for individuals and professionals navigating complexity, adversity, and change. My work is clinically rigorous, ethically governed, and relational in practice. I support people impacted by mental health challenges, damaging relationships, coercive control, life disruption, and workplace injury. Alongside counselling, I provide clinical supervision to
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This is Sayem a credentialed mental health social worker (AASW‑663231), full member EMDRAA level 2 Therapist with 10 years’ experience. I support clients with stress, anxiety, depression, low mood, trauma, relationship or parenting issues, emotional regulation, and career change. Special interest in children and youth recovery from trauma; EMDR Level 2 certified. Uses trauma‑informed, culturally sensitive, evidence‑based methods: EMDR, CBT, ACT, DBT, behavioural activation, sleep hygiene, mindfulness, relaxation, interpersonal therapy; plus relapse prevention for substance misuse. Emphasises holistic healing, relational safety etc.
This is Sayem a credentialed mental health social worker (AASW‑663231), full member EMDRAA level 2 Therapist with 10 years’ experience. I support clients with stress, anxiety, depression, low mood, trauma, relationship or parenting issues, emotional regulation, and career change. Special interest in children and youth recovery from trauma; EMDR Level 2 certified. Uses trauma‑informed, culturally sensitive, evidence‑based methods: EMDR, CBT, ACT, DBT, behavioural activation, sleep hygiene, mindfulness, relaxation, interpersonal therapy; plus relapse prevention for substance misuse. Emphasises holistic healing, relational safety etc.
Hey there! I’m Catherine. We all know what a counsellor does, we listen and support. However, we all work a little differently.
So, in my practise, I love working with people from all walks of life, who want to understand their inner world on a deeper level. This includes your feelings, thoughts, relationship patterns... those areas that you may feel are little tougher to talk about and understand.
I am deeply curious in helping you find ways to feel less distressed & overwhelmed. I love supporting you to find your answers to life stressors, so you can feel more connected to yourself.
Hey there! I’m Catherine. We all know what a counsellor does, we listen and support. However, we all work a little differently.
So, in my practise, I love working with people from all walks of life, who want to understand their inner world on a deeper level. This includes your feelings, thoughts, relationship patterns... those areas that you may feel are little tougher to talk about and understand.
I am deeply curious in helping you find ways to feel less distressed & overwhelmed. I love supporting you to find your answers to life stressors, so you can feel more connected to yourself.
With expertise in trauma, personality disorders, and cases unresponsive to prior therapy, I offer culturally adaptive, Schema-focused treatment attuned to both Asian and Western contexts.
Are anxiety, depression, or recurring relationship, behavioural patterns keeping you stuck? These struggles often stem from early relational wounds and complex trauma, shaping people-pleasing, self-criticism, perfectionism, or emotional disconnection. I specialise in culturally adaptive Schema Therapy, integrating EMDR and trauma & attachment informed, relational work to support lasting change. l attend to patterns as they unfold in therapy.
I also offer supervision, helping therapists refine advanced attunement, subtle skills, navigate impasses, work skilfully with transference, and deepen professional and personal development.
With expertise in trauma, personality disorders, and cases unresponsive to prior therapy, I offer culturally adaptive, Schema-focused treatment attuned to both Asian and Western contexts.
Are anxiety, depression, or recurring relationship, behavioural patterns keeping you stuck? These struggles often stem from early relational wounds and complex trauma, shaping people-pleasing, self-criticism, perfectionism, or emotional disconnection. I specialise in culturally adaptive Schema Therapy, integrating EMDR and trauma & attachment informed, relational work to support lasting change. l attend to patterns as they unfold in therapy.
I also offer supervision, helping therapists refine advanced attunement, subtle skills, navigate impasses, work skilfully with transference, and deepen professional and personal development.
People come to see me because they feel stuck in their lives. They might feel disconnected socially, like they lack true meaning in their life, unfulfilled in work or struggling with their romantic relationships. Often they come because they feel they are not good enough in some fundamental way. These are universal issues we all face and therapy is a brave step towards bringing compassionate healing to the subtle conscious and unconscious parts of self that create the patterns of thoughts, feelings and behaviour that keep us stuck in seemingly never ending cycles.
People come to see me because they feel stuck in their lives. They might feel disconnected socially, like they lack true meaning in their life, unfulfilled in work or struggling with their romantic relationships. Often they come because they feel they are not good enough in some fundamental way. These are universal issues we all face and therapy is a brave step towards bringing compassionate healing to the subtle conscious and unconscious parts of self that create the patterns of thoughts, feelings and behaviour that keep us stuck in seemingly never ending cycles.
Empowered Self Psychology & Holistic Centre
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Offering online-only appointments allows me to be accessible to clients throughout Australia, regardless of their location.
Working with Neurodiverse, Accident/Injury, Sexual and DV Trauma Specialist.
Offering online-only appointments allows me to be accessible to clients throughout Australia, regardless of their location.
Working with Neurodiverse, Accident/Injury, Sexual and DV Trauma Specialist.
I offer genuine warmth, empathy and a safe place to discuss your issues. Having worked in healthcare in a variety of settings for over 45 years,I have transitioned to a career in counselling -and offer specialised skills to new mothers with anxiety, depression, or others across their lifespan - life transitions, grief and loss, past trauma and relationship issues including parenting.
Incorporating a range of therapies, adapted to your specific needs eg somatic therapy, mindful cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy and dialectical behavior therapy.
I offer genuine warmth, empathy and a safe place to discuss your issues. Having worked in healthcare in a variety of settings for over 45 years,I have transitioned to a career in counselling -and offer specialised skills to new mothers with anxiety, depression, or others across their lifespan - life transitions, grief and loss, past trauma and relationship issues including parenting.
Incorporating a range of therapies, adapted to your specific needs eg somatic therapy, mindful cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy and dialectical behavior therapy.
I respond best to messages / emails kindly. :)
Amrita Trivedi is an experienced and compassionate Accredited Mental Health Social Worker dedicated to enhancing mental health and wellbeing. Holding a master’s degree from Flinders University and with extensive experience at an Aboriginal NGO, Amrita specializes in provisional diagnosis, therapy intervention, and trauma- informed care. She also has her private practice “Sacred Narratives” to extend her supportive services to a broader community.
I respond best to messages / emails kindly. :)
Amrita Trivedi is an experienced and compassionate Accredited Mental Health Social Worker dedicated to enhancing mental health and wellbeing. Holding a master’s degree from Flinders University and with extensive experience at an Aboriginal NGO, Amrita specializes in provisional diagnosis, therapy intervention, and trauma- informed care. She also has her private practice “Sacred Narratives” to extend her supportive services to a broader community.
Hi, I'm Diana, I specialise in infidelity counselling in Adelaide, marriage counselling, and narcissistic abuse recovery.
Much of my work focuses on helping couples and individuals recover from toxic relationships and painful relationship challenges. I use integrative and humanistic approaches that honour each client’s unique experiences, strengths, and needs while supporting healing, clarity, and meaningful change.
Hi, I'm Diana, I specialise in infidelity counselling in Adelaide, marriage counselling, and narcissistic abuse recovery.
Much of my work focuses on helping couples and individuals recover from toxic relationships and painful relationship challenges. I use integrative and humanistic approaches that honour each client’s unique experiences, strengths, and needs while supporting healing, clarity, and meaningful change.
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Personality Disorders Therapists
What are the common treatment options for personality disorders?
Personality disorders are typically treated with psychotherapy, sometimes in conjunction with medication. Therapy can help people with personality disorders develop skills to tolerate difficult emotions, navigate interpersonal relationships, and solidify their sense of self. Medications can treat symptoms that co-occur with the disorder, such as depression, anger, aggression, and impulsivity.
When to seek treatment for personality disorders?
Even though treatment for personality disorders can be an uphill battle, it’s best to seek help if you suspect that you or a loved one is struggling with one, because personality disorders can create substantial problems in life. Symptoms depend on the specific disorder, but overall signs of personality disorders include consistent difficulty maintaining close relationships, dramatic variations in self-esteem, and an unstable sense of identity.
How long does therapy take for personality disorders?
The timeline for treating personality disorders isn’t as clear-cut as it is for other disorders. Change can be difficult, taking from around one year to five, 10, or more. The key is finding a therapist who has extensive experience treating the relevant disorder. For example, a psychologist who specialises in narcissistic personality disorder has specific communication strategies that allow them to sustain the relationship and be more effective with narcissistic patients.
Can therapy help people with personality disorders?
Research suggests that for those who are motivated to address concerns or interpersonal conflict related to a personality disorder, therapy is far more effective than no treatment, and that most people in therapy see improvements. However, since personality disorders involve entrenched elements of identity, they are less responsive to treatment than are other mental health conditions. Finding an expert who has extensive experience working with a given personality disorder is one factor that increases the likelihood of successful treatment.