Personality Disorders Psychologists and Therapists in Unley, SA
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.
Having relief, clarity and a way forward in life is what we all need, and I’m passionate about helping people gain these outcomes if they’re feeling stuck, lost or overwhelmed. I provide psychological therapy and counselling to help you understand your mind and how you are connecting to others, and to help you get through emotional and mental blocks that may be holding you back. I provide a warm and supportive space to help you unpack what you are experiencing and guide you through stepped pathways to help you overcome these personal issues and any mental health difficulties.
Having relief, clarity and a way forward in life is what we all need, and I’m passionate about helping people gain these outcomes if they’re feeling stuck, lost or overwhelmed. I provide psychological therapy and counselling to help you understand your mind and how you are connecting to others, and to help you get through emotional and mental blocks that may be holding you back. I provide a warm and supportive space to help you unpack what you are experiencing and guide you through stepped pathways to help you overcome these personal issues and any mental health difficulties.
My professional interests and areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, ADHD, autism, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, personality disorders, and complex trauma.
I have over 20 years of experience in mental health, I’ve supported people through a wide range of challenges, including complex trauma, difficulties in relationships, anxiety, depression, identity struggles, and suicidal thoughts. I worked in acute mental health teams, and community-based mental health services.
I offer psychotherapy that helps people explore their inner experiences and the patterns in their relationships that may be causing distress or keeping them stuck.
I am eligible to provide Medicare rebates under a valid Mental Health Treatment Plan.
My professional interests and areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, ADHD, autism, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, personality disorders, and complex trauma.
I have over 20 years of experience in mental health, I’ve supported people through a wide range of challenges, including complex trauma, difficulties in relationships, anxiety, depression, identity struggles, and suicidal thoughts. I worked in acute mental health teams, and community-based mental health services.
I offer psychotherapy that helps people explore their inner experiences and the patterns in their relationships that may be causing distress or keeping them stuck.
I am eligible to provide Medicare rebates under a valid Mental Health Treatment Plan.
Kylie has experience working with first responders, veterans and, people experiencing family violence. She has also previously worked in a private psychiatric hospital developing and delivering group therapy programs to adults with a wide range of clinical needs. Areas of psychological counselling expertise and experience include grief and loss, stress, work-related problems, Depression, Anxiety, self-esteem issues, sleep difficulties, anger management, trauma, deliberate self-harm and suicidality as well as providing counselling and support to individuals experiencing, at risk of, or recovering from domestic or family violence.
Kylie has experience working with first responders, veterans and, people experiencing family violence. She has also previously worked in a private psychiatric hospital developing and delivering group therapy programs to adults with a wide range of clinical needs. Areas of psychological counselling expertise and experience include grief and loss, stress, work-related problems, Depression, Anxiety, self-esteem issues, sleep difficulties, anger management, trauma, deliberate self-harm and suicidality as well as providing counselling and support to individuals experiencing, at risk of, or recovering from domestic or family violence.
I have experience working with a range or presentations including personality diagnosis, addiction, mood, emotional dysregulation, trauma, psychosis, situational distress, interpersonal and attachment difficulties. I work to offer compassionate support to clients aged 12 and above. Helping to provide strategies to manage emotions, work through invalidation, and embrace the strengths of neurodivergence. My goal is to empower you to achieve emotional well-being, foster healthier connections, and create a life worth living.
I have experience working with a range or presentations including personality diagnosis, addiction, mood, emotional dysregulation, trauma, psychosis, situational distress, interpersonal and attachment difficulties. I work to offer compassionate support to clients aged 12 and above. Helping to provide strategies to manage emotions, work through invalidation, and embrace the strengths of neurodivergence. My goal is to empower you to achieve emotional well-being, foster healthier connections, and create a life worth living.
I am counsellor and psychotherapist working with adolescents and adults experiencing low self esteem, difficulties in their relationships, experiencing anxiety, depression, and work difficulties. I also have a particular interest in working with people that have experienced childhood trauma. It is so important for people to have a safe and confidential space where their experience can be seen and heard and where they can begin to work through and recover from the effects of trauma.
I am counsellor and psychotherapist working with adolescents and adults experiencing low self esteem, difficulties in their relationships, experiencing anxiety, depression, and work difficulties. I also have a particular interest in working with people that have experienced childhood trauma. It is so important for people to have a safe and confidential space where their experience can be seen and heard and where they can begin to work through and recover from the effects of trauma.
You may be seeking support because things feel harder to manage, whether this shows up as anxiety, low mood, overthinking, emotional overwhelm, relationship difficulties, or feeling disconnected from yourself. Sometimes we can look like we are coping on the outside while feeling stuck or exhausted internally.
I offer a warm, collaborative therapy space to help you make sense of your experiences and work toward meaningful change. I support adults and young people with anxiety, depression, trauma, attachment and relationship concerns, self-worth, grief and life transitions.
You may be seeking support because things feel harder to manage, whether this shows up as anxiety, low mood, overthinking, emotional overwhelm, relationship difficulties, or feeling disconnected from yourself. Sometimes we can look like we are coping on the outside while feeling stuck or exhausted internally.
I offer a warm, collaborative therapy space to help you make sense of your experiences and work toward meaningful change. I support adults and young people with anxiety, depression, trauma, attachment and relationship concerns, self-worth, grief and life transitions.
If you've tried therapy before and still feel stuck, that's likely not on you. It usually means the work hasn't reached the root of the problem yet.
I'm Helen Billows, a registered psychologist in Adelaide with a special interest in trauma, PTSD, complex trauma, and EMDR. I work with people who are exhausted by the ongoing impact of their history - the triggers, the shutdown, the patterns in relationships that keep repeating no matter how much they understand them logically.
If you've tried therapy before and still feel stuck, that's likely not on you. It usually means the work hasn't reached the root of the problem yet.
I'm Helen Billows, a registered psychologist in Adelaide with a special interest in trauma, PTSD, complex trauma, and EMDR. I work with people who are exhausted by the ongoing impact of their history - the triggers, the shutdown, the patterns in relationships that keep repeating no matter how much they understand them logically.
People often come to therapy feeling stuck and overwhelmed, repeating patterns in their lives that they do not fully understand, or during periods of difficulty, change or uncertainty. Psychotherapy can offer a safe and caring space to reflect and explore emotions, build a freer and more authentic sense of self, and improve relationships.
I work with people who have a range of problems, such as existential anxieties, general unhappiness in life, dissociation, recurrent disturbing memories from the past, as well as people who have clinical diagnoses such as PTSD, C-PTSD, personality disorder, anxiety disorder and depression.
People often come to therapy feeling stuck and overwhelmed, repeating patterns in their lives that they do not fully understand, or during periods of difficulty, change or uncertainty. Psychotherapy can offer a safe and caring space to reflect and explore emotions, build a freer and more authentic sense of self, and improve relationships.
I work with people who have a range of problems, such as existential anxieties, general unhappiness in life, dissociation, recurrent disturbing memories from the past, as well as people who have clinical diagnoses such as PTSD, C-PTSD, personality disorder, anxiety disorder and depression.
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I'm a clinical psychologist who works with adults across a diverse range of mental health issues, I have a particular interest in trauma, grief, relationship issues, depression, life transitions (such as separation), multicultural populations, personality disorders (such as helping people who struggle with BPD traits or helping people manage difficult relationships with individuals with narcissistic traits or help them recover after narcissistic abuse), and dissociative disorders such as DID.
I prioritise a strengths-based and emotion-focused approach when working with clients. I draw primarily on techniques from cognitive behaviour therapy, schema therapy, internal family systems (IFS) and dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT). Treatment is tailored to you and your needs.
I'm a clinical psychologist who works with adults across a diverse range of mental health issues, I have a particular interest in trauma, grief, relationship issues, depression, life transitions (such as separation), multicultural populations, personality disorders (such as helping people who struggle with BPD traits or helping people manage difficult relationships with individuals with narcissistic traits or help them recover after narcissistic abuse), and dissociative disorders such as DID.
I prioritise a strengths-based and emotion-focused approach when working with clients. I draw primarily on techniques from cognitive behaviour therapy, schema therapy, internal family systems (IFS) and dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT). Treatment is tailored to you and your needs.
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 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.
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 am passionate about providing responsive, meaningful mental health therapy, and I have a collaborative, strengths based approach. I currently work part time for an organisation, providing clinical therapy for individuals who experience complex and serious mental health issues, and my private practice is small and growing.
I am passionate about providing responsive, meaningful mental health therapy, and I have a collaborative, strengths based approach. I currently work part time for an organisation, providing clinical therapy for individuals who experience complex and serious mental health issues, and my private practice is small and growing.
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.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by stress, struggling with relationships, or carrying unresolved pain from your past. Perhaps you’ve tried pushing through on your own but keep finding yourself stuck in the same patterns. What you want is not just short-term relief but real change: freedom from what holds you back, healthier connections, and a clearer sense of purpose. My ideal client is someone ready to face these challenges honestly and willing to engage in a process of growth that goes deeper than surface-level solutions.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by stress, struggling with relationships, or carrying unresolved pain from your past. Perhaps you’ve tried pushing through on your own but keep finding yourself stuck in the same patterns. What you want is not just short-term relief but real change: freedom from what holds you back, healthier connections, and a clearer sense of purpose. My ideal client is someone ready to face these challenges honestly and willing to engage in a process of growth that goes deeper than surface-level solutions.
My name is Natalie, I am a neurodivergent counsellor trained in experiential approaches including Internal Family Systems (IFS), Coherence Therapy, and EMDR. These approaches engage the brain’s memory reconsolidation (or memory updating) process, transforming traumatic memories and unhelpful beliefs to alleviate distress including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, burnout, and self-sabotage. Updating memories in experiential therapy can shift old reaction patterns, creating “aha!” moments of new insight and clarity. People often (re)discover a calm, confident, curious self, a place from which meaningful change begins.
My name is Natalie, I am a neurodivergent counsellor trained in experiential approaches including Internal Family Systems (IFS), Coherence Therapy, and EMDR. These approaches engage the brain’s memory reconsolidation (or memory updating) process, transforming traumatic memories and unhelpful beliefs to alleviate distress including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, burnout, and self-sabotage. Updating memories in experiential therapy can shift old reaction patterns, creating “aha!” moments of new insight and clarity. People often (re)discover a calm, confident, curious self, a place from which meaningful change begins.
I am a warm, authentic psychologist who believes we all need a little help sometimes.
If you have been feeling stuck in work, relationships, or life in general, we will work on short-term strategies as well as long-term patterns and how to shift these. Whether you have a difficult person in your life, a tough job, or are struggling to understand parts of yourself or others, therapy is a safe place to work through these.
I am particularly passionate about helping individuals build thriving, healthy connections for themselves. My background in leadership consulting has also been helpful in understanding workplace dynamics.
I am a warm, authentic psychologist who believes we all need a little help sometimes.
If you have been feeling stuck in work, relationships, or life in general, we will work on short-term strategies as well as long-term patterns and how to shift these. Whether you have a difficult person in your life, a tough job, or are struggling to understand parts of yourself or others, therapy is a safe place to work through these.
I am particularly passionate about helping individuals build thriving, healthy connections for themselves. My background in leadership consulting has also been helpful in understanding workplace dynamics.
Richard Elms is an experienced therapist, offering compassionate and solution focussed counselling, working together with his clients to create meaningful and lasting change in their lives. Richard also provides clinical and professional supervision as well as training to other professionals.
Richard Elms is an experienced therapist, offering compassionate and solution focussed counselling, working together with his clients to create meaningful and lasting change in their lives. Richard also provides clinical and professional supervision as well as training to other professionals.
Areas I am passionate to work with Adolescents (14 yrs and above) & Adults, Couples and Families, Trauma & dissociation, EMDR, Hypnosis, Depression, Anxiety, Personality disorders (including BPD), Eating issues, Addictions, ASD, ADHD, Assessments & Court reports
NOW accepting NEW clients & HAVE availability! “I offer trauma informed therapy in a safe and non- judgemental space, so you can work through whatever difficulties you are experiencing, live more mindfully and embrace your inner strengths & resources.” My style is warm and empathic, though I can challenge respectfully when needed. I regard the therapeutic relationship as team work and appreciate that it takes significant courage to reach for counselling.
Areas I am passionate to work with Adolescents (14 yrs and above) & Adults, Couples and Families, Trauma & dissociation, EMDR, Hypnosis, Depression, Anxiety, Personality disorders (including BPD), Eating issues, Addictions, ASD, ADHD, Assessments & Court reports
NOW accepting NEW clients & HAVE availability! “I offer trauma informed therapy in a safe and non- judgemental space, so you can work through whatever difficulties you are experiencing, live more mindfully and embrace your inner strengths & resources.” My style is warm and empathic, though I can challenge respectfully when needed. I regard the therapeutic relationship as team work and appreciate that it takes significant courage to reach for counselling.
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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.