Personality Disorders Psychologists and Therapists in Vermont, VIC

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Kefu Xie
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I am keen to support individuals who are experiencing emotional distress, ongoing mood or relationship difficulties, or the lasting impacts of complex trauma. Many of the people I work with are seeking relief, clarity, or a deeper understanding of themselves and their patterns. I’m passionate about working with clients from LGBTQIA+, neurodiverse, and multicultural communities, offering a safe and affirming space to explore their experiences and work toward meaningful change.
I am keen to support individuals who are experiencing emotional distress, ongoing mood or relationship difficulties, or the lasting impacts of complex trauma. Many of the people I work with are seeking relief, clarity, or a deeper understanding of themselves and their patterns. I’m passionate about working with clients from LGBTQIA+, neurodiverse, and multicultural communities, offering a safe and affirming space to explore their experiences and work toward meaningful change.
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Petra van Vliet
Social Worker, AMHSW
Vermont, VIC 3133
The foundation of my counselling is social-justice, compassion and integrity. I am an accredited mental health social worker with over 30 years' experience in clinical mental health settings, community palliative care & aged care. I offer EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprogramming), Acceptance Commitment Therapy and Narrative Therapy. I work from a trauma-informed framework which incorporates Attachment theory, Schema Theory and IFS.
The foundation of my counselling is social-justice, compassion and integrity. I am an accredited mental health social worker with over 30 years' experience in clinical mental health settings, community palliative care & aged care. I offer EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprogramming), Acceptance Commitment Therapy and Narrative Therapy. I work from a trauma-informed framework which incorporates Attachment theory, Schema Theory and IFS.
(03) 8203 5194 View (03) 8203 5194
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Soph Marsland
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Serves Area
Soph is passionate about helping people build lives that are rich and meaningful to them. With warmth, care, and authenticity, Soph supports you to sort out what is under your control and act on it, and learn skills to manage what is not under your control, including the difficult thoughts, feelings, sensations, memories and other internal experiences that come with being human, so that these don't dominate your life. Soph sees people aged 18+ and has special interest in working with clients experiencing all types of anxiety, mood problems, obsessions and compulsions, trauma, perinatal mental health issues, and psychosis.
Soph is passionate about helping people build lives that are rich and meaningful to them. With warmth, care, and authenticity, Soph supports you to sort out what is under your control and act on it, and learn skills to manage what is not under your control, including the difficult thoughts, feelings, sensations, memories and other internal experiences that come with being human, so that these don't dominate your life. Soph sees people aged 18+ and has special interest in working with clients experiencing all types of anxiety, mood problems, obsessions and compulsions, trauma, perinatal mental health issues, and psychosis.
(03) 8771 4282 View (03) 8771 4282
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2Y Mental Health
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
As a both English and Mandarin -speaking professional, I am experienced in working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. I am a registered psychologist who believes that healing starts with emotions. Over the years I’ve worked with many people experiencing PTSD, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), depression, and anxiety—challenges that often leave behind hidden emotional traces that continue to shape daily life.
As a both English and Mandarin -speaking professional, I am experienced in working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. I am a registered psychologist who believes that healing starts with emotions. Over the years I’ve worked with many people experiencing PTSD, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), depression, and anxiety—challenges that often leave behind hidden emotional traces that continue to shape daily life.
(03) 8771 5216 View (03) 8771 5216
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Andra McClure
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L3
Serves Area
I have a particular interest in PTSD, complex and attachment trauma whether from childhood issues, hurtful, narcissistic or abusive people, illness, or accidents.
I offer a safe, welcoming, warm, non-judgemental space, and use a range of evidence-based, trauma-competent therapies such as: psychoeducation, solution-focused brief therapy, person-centred therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), mindfulness, attachment-focussed EMDR, and the gold-standard trauma model used by US experts. And free tea/coffee, biccys!
I have a particular interest in PTSD, complex and attachment trauma whether from childhood issues, hurtful, narcissistic or abusive people, illness, or accidents.
I offer a safe, welcoming, warm, non-judgemental space, and use a range of evidence-based, trauma-competent therapies such as: psychoeducation, solution-focused brief therapy, person-centred therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), mindfulness, attachment-focussed EMDR, and the gold-standard trauma model used by US experts. And free tea/coffee, biccys!
(03) 7500 5700 View (03) 7500 5700
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Dr. Sunaina Seth
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Vermont, VIC 3133
Not accepting new clients
Life can be challenging and we all experience difficult emotions and stress at times. Sometimes these internal experiences can have a significant impact on our life and goals. I am a clinical psychologist who is passionate about helping people manage their concerns and optimise their quality of life. I have experience working with a variety of issues including depression, social and generalised anxiety, issues experienced during pregnancy and postpartum. When delivering therapy, I draw upon several evidence-based practices such as CBT, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, EMDR, Family Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy.
Life can be challenging and we all experience difficult emotions and stress at times. Sometimes these internal experiences can have a significant impact on our life and goals. I am a clinical psychologist who is passionate about helping people manage their concerns and optimise their quality of life. I have experience working with a variety of issues including depression, social and generalised anxiety, issues experienced during pregnancy and postpartum. When delivering therapy, I draw upon several evidence-based practices such as CBT, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, EMDR, Family Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy.
(03) 5905 7136 View (03) 5905 7136
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Chloe Rapson
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
It's the start of the year but you're probably exhausted. You've been everyone's rock - the reliable friend, the family peace-keeper & the one who puts others first. But beneath that strength lies overwhelm, feeling invisible and exhaustion. You feel drained from carrying everyone's emotional burdens and find yourself saying "yes" when you desperately want to say "no." You experience anxiety, insomnia or physical symptoms from constantly prioritising others. Whether you're burnt out, questioning your relationship, navigating life transitions, struggling with ADHD overwhelm or just tired, it's time to put you first
It's the start of the year but you're probably exhausted. You've been everyone's rock - the reliable friend, the family peace-keeper & the one who puts others first. But beneath that strength lies overwhelm, feeling invisible and exhaustion. You feel drained from carrying everyone's emotional burdens and find yourself saying "yes" when you desperately want to say "no." You experience anxiety, insomnia or physical symptoms from constantly prioritising others. Whether you're burnt out, questioning your relationship, navigating life transitions, struggling with ADHD overwhelm or just tired, it's time to put you first
(03) 8203 5151 View (03) 8203 5151

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Christopher Drake
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Eaglemont, VIC 3084
I am a Clinical Psychologist with 25 years experience in the assessment and treatment of people with a wide range of mental health and personality difficulties.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with 25 years experience in the assessment and treatment of people with a wide range of mental health and personality difficulties.
(03) 9007 2531 View (03) 9007 2531
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Natalie Miller
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Online Only
I am a Clinical Psychologist with experience in both the private and government sectors. I work with adolescents (17 years and older), young adults, and adults, and I’m especially passionate about working with the LGBTQIA+ community.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with experience in both the private and government sectors. I work with adolescents (17 years and older), young adults, and adults, and I’m especially passionate about working with the LGBTQIA+ community.
(03) 8771 4800 View (03) 8771 4800
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Daniel Demellis
Social Worker, AMHSW
Fitzroy, VIC 3065
Good Therapy is founded by Daniel Demellis (he/him), an AASW Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with postgraduate studies in a Master of Social Work. Daniel is a queer-identifying psychotherapist and brings seven years of experience in providing clinical mental health support to adults from many walks of life. Daniel seeks to harness the therapy relationship as a vehicle in supporting people to make sense of overwhelming experiences, navigate psychological and relational patterns, and ultimately, to foster a greater sense of wellbeing.
Good Therapy is founded by Daniel Demellis (he/him), an AASW Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with postgraduate studies in a Master of Social Work. Daniel is a queer-identifying psychotherapist and brings seven years of experience in providing clinical mental health support to adults from many walks of life. Daniel seeks to harness the therapy relationship as a vehicle in supporting people to make sense of overwhelming experiences, navigate psychological and relational patterns, and ultimately, to foster a greater sense of wellbeing.
(03) 7042 9961 View (03) 7042 9961
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Dr Maddy Schulz
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Brunswick, VIC 3056
I am a Clinical Psychologist who can support a range of mental health challenges across ages, such as anxiety and mood, relational trauma and PTSD, identity, body image, eating, and personality difficulties. I take a relational approach, and have experience working with children who have chronic health conditions, young people who have experienced disruptions in care, and supporting adults with diverse mental health needs. I integrate therapeutic approaches tailored to client needs and goals; and aim to be trauma-informed and systems-aware, acknowledging the impact of context, power and relationships on psychological well-being.
I am a Clinical Psychologist who can support a range of mental health challenges across ages, such as anxiety and mood, relational trauma and PTSD, identity, body image, eating, and personality difficulties. I take a relational approach, and have experience working with children who have chronic health conditions, young people who have experienced disruptions in care, and supporting adults with diverse mental health needs. I integrate therapeutic approaches tailored to client needs and goals; and aim to be trauma-informed and systems-aware, acknowledging the impact of context, power and relationships on psychological well-being.
(03) 9191 6726 View (03) 9191 6726
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Kati Hambleton
Psychologist, Assoc MAPS
Berwick, VIC 3806
I am a mature age Psychologist, who has been in private practice since 1998. I have experience in many fields of Psychology and have assisted, both couples, adolescents and individuals to understand and work through the mental health obstacles they are facing.
I am a mature age Psychologist, who has been in private practice since 1998. I have experience in many fields of Psychology and have assisted, both couples, adolescents and individuals to understand and work through the mental health obstacles they are facing.
(03) 8771 4774 View (03) 8771 4774
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Louise Wilson Clinical Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Brunswick, VIC 3056
Louise Wilson is a trauma-informed clinical psychologist who offers evidence-based, compassionate care for individuals navigating life’s more complex emotional experiences. Her practice is guided by warmth, respect, and authenticity, providing a therapeutic space where people feel safe to explore, understand, and heal. Louise is deeply committed to the belief that meaningful change occurs through both scientific understanding and human connection. Her approach is collaborative and transparent — grounded in psychological science, yet deeply attuned to each person’s story, history, and nervous system.
Louise Wilson is a trauma-informed clinical psychologist who offers evidence-based, compassionate care for individuals navigating life’s more complex emotional experiences. Her practice is guided by warmth, respect, and authenticity, providing a therapeutic space where people feel safe to explore, understand, and heal. Louise is deeply committed to the belief that meaningful change occurs through both scientific understanding and human connection. Her approach is collaborative and transparent — grounded in psychological science, yet deeply attuned to each person’s story, history, and nervous system.
0410 658 788 View 0410 658 788
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Dr David John Hallford
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Brunswick East, VIC 3057
I build warm, strong therapeutic relationships and provides evidence-based treatment for challenges including anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, personality disorders, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, and life stressors.
Please feel free to contact me for a confidential chat about the issues you are experiencing and how I might be able to help.
I build warm, strong therapeutic relationships and provides evidence-based treatment for challenges including anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, personality disorders, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, and life stressors.
Please feel free to contact me for a confidential chat about the issues you are experiencing and how I might be able to help.
0410 843 679 View 0410 843 679
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Neurogenesis Clinical Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Cheltenham, VIC 3192
My clinical focus is with clients 16+ -adults with a wide range of mood & personality disorders (Bipolar/ depression/ BPD) & with behaviours of suicidality and self-harm & clients with CPTSD.
Accepting New Clients ! - Jaclyn is a Clinical psychologist and aims to provide therapy with a difference. Our work together will be person focused and beautifully supportive however this will be a therapeutic approach to see transformation! I have a focus on intervention; my patients come to me because they want to see change and are tired of talking about their week on loop; so, whilst our work together may be hard and sometimes very challenging, with support together we will make that change that you have been waiting to achieve.
My clinical focus is with clients 16+ -adults with a wide range of mood & personality disorders (Bipolar/ depression/ BPD) & with behaviours of suicidality and self-harm & clients with CPTSD.
Accepting New Clients ! - Jaclyn is a Clinical psychologist and aims to provide therapy with a difference. Our work together will be person focused and beautifully supportive however this will be a therapeutic approach to see transformation! I have a focus on intervention; my patients come to me because they want to see change and are tired of talking about their week on loop; so, whilst our work together may be hard and sometimes very challenging, with support together we will make that change that you have been waiting to achieve.
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Julie Lagerwey
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Port Melbourne, VIC 3207
I work with clients from all walks of life who are seeking a deeper understanding of themselves and lasting change. Psychological distress can present in many and areas of life, such as anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy, identity, boundaries, play, work and vitality. Support and exploration of your individual experiences and the underlying meaning can provide insight and greater integration of the unconscious, providing relief from internal conflicts and previous maladaptive ways of functioning.
I work with clients from all walks of life who are seeking a deeper understanding of themselves and lasting change. Psychological distress can present in many and areas of life, such as anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy, identity, boundaries, play, work and vitality. Support and exploration of your individual experiences and the underlying meaning can provide insight and greater integration of the unconscious, providing relief from internal conflicts and previous maladaptive ways of functioning.
0478 932 190 View 0478 932 190
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Min (Erica) Li
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Serves Area
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.
(08) 7008 9476 View (08) 7008 9476
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Martina Stewart | Elpis Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Carlton, VIC 3053
I provide therapeutic interventions to clients presenting with a range of complex issues, including depression and anxiety, personality disorders and substance misuse.
I uphold client-centred principles and, depending on the client's priorities, needs and preferences, I use a range of evidence-based treatment modalities, drawing from Schema Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and attachment based interventions.
I provide therapeutic interventions to clients presenting with a range of complex issues, including depression and anxiety, personality disorders and substance misuse.
I uphold client-centred principles and, depending on the client's priorities, needs and preferences, I use a range of evidence-based treatment modalities, drawing from Schema Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and attachment based interventions.
(03) 7003 2547 View (03) 7003 2547
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Dr Vesna Newman-Morris
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Carlton, VIC 3053
Dr Vesna Newman-Morris is a senior clinical psychologist with further training in psychoanalysis. She has an established private practice and has worked in specialist public mental health services, community health services, and the university sector. She works with people with diverse backgrounds and a broad variety of issues. Her clinical and research expertise includes the impact of complex developmental trauma on personality function and mental health, including early childhood trauma and abuse, responses to traumatic events, and intergenerational risk and protective factors in attachment relationships.
Dr Vesna Newman-Morris is a senior clinical psychologist with further training in psychoanalysis. She has an established private practice and has worked in specialist public mental health services, community health services, and the university sector. She works with people with diverse backgrounds and a broad variety of issues. Her clinical and research expertise includes the impact of complex developmental trauma on personality function and mental health, including early childhood trauma and abuse, responses to traumatic events, and intergenerational risk and protective factors in attachment relationships.
(03) 8797 5601 View (03) 8797 5601
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Ciaran Barton
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Elwood, VIC 3184
I have received specialist training in personality disorders, family therapy—including work with couples and same-sex couples—and psychological interventions tailored to the LGBT+ community.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience understanding the complexities within relationships, providing support to both individuals, couples, and families. I help clients improve communication, navigate conflict, and strengthen emotional connection. I also work with anxiety, depression, and life transitions using evidence-based therapies. I have national experience conducting psychological assessments in Family Law matters, including psychological risk evaluations, ASD, ADHD, and FASD. I also use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to address the needs of my clients.
I have received specialist training in personality disorders, family therapy—including work with couples and same-sex couples—and psychological interventions tailored to the LGBT+ community.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience understanding the complexities within relationships, providing support to both individuals, couples, and families. I help clients improve communication, navigate conflict, and strengthen emotional connection. I also work with anxiety, depression, and life transitions using evidence-based therapies. I have national experience conducting psychological assessments in Family Law matters, including psychological risk evaluations, ASD, ADHD, and FASD. I also use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to address the needs of my clients.
0414 289 400 View 0414 289 400
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.