Personality Disorders Counselling in Brighton

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Daniel Goldberg
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Narcissistic Pd.
I draw from a variety of methodologies and techniques to incorporate what is most helpful for each individual or couple. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere,I offer a personalised approach to help clients attain insight and personal growth . I am supported by weekly supervision with an experienced therapist and am fully insured for my practice .
Narcissistic Pd.
I draw from a variety of methodologies and techniques to incorporate what is most helpful for each individual or couple. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere,I offer a personalised approach to help clients attain insight and personal growth . I am supported by weekly supervision with an experienced therapist and am fully insured for my practice .
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Monika Madej-Torentz
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
trained in Family and Couples Therapy, Neurodiversity, Trauma, Personality Disorders and Domestic Abuse.
Neurodiverse and neurotypical welcome. New opening for low cost. I'm specialising in ADHD, relationship, trauma and domestic abuse. With background in Person Centred counselling I specialise in working with ADHD client, being ADHD my self. Each and every person is different so do they experience and needs in counselling. A part of self awareness, acceptance, I'm making use of simple techniques from life coaching, NLP and DBT to manage life difficulties. I'm working with teenagers, adults, couples and family.
trained in Family and Couples Therapy, Neurodiversity, Trauma, Personality Disorders and Domestic Abuse.
Neurodiverse and neurotypical welcome. New opening for low cost. I'm specialising in ADHD, relationship, trauma and domestic abuse. With background in Person Centred counselling I specialise in working with ADHD client, being ADHD my self. Each and every person is different so do they experience and needs in counselling. A part of self awareness, acceptance, I'm making use of simple techniques from life coaching, NLP and DBT to manage life difficulties. I'm working with teenagers, adults, couples and family.
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Dr Anna Lawes
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience working with a range of difficulties including anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, personality disorders, hoarding, OCD, anger and eating disorders.
Hello, I’m Anna, a Clinical Psychologist and CBT therapist with experience working across a range of mental health difficulties in both the NHS and private sector.
I have experience working with a range of difficulties including anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, personality disorders, hoarding, OCD, anger and eating disorders.
Hello, I’m Anna, a Clinical Psychologist and CBT therapist with experience working across a range of mental health difficulties in both the NHS and private sector.
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Suzy Smith
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Online Only
I am able to and have experience of working with a range of issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, Neuro-diversity, Family problems, grief, Personality Disorders, addiction and much more.
I offer integrative client centred therapy. It will always be up to you what you bring to sessions, and I am there to help guide and support you. I am non-judgemental and down to earth.
I am able to and have experience of working with a range of issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, Neuro-diversity, Family problems, grief, Personality Disorders, addiction and much more.
I offer integrative client centred therapy. It will always be up to you what you bring to sessions, and I am there to help guide and support you. I am non-judgemental and down to earth.
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Johnnie Taylor Internal Family Systems with EMDR
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Online Only
  I have a specialism in working with codependency (where you may abandon yourself to please others) and treating the impact of narcissistic abuse and abusive relationships.
Hi I offer an accredited online counselling and psychotherapy service embracing modern trauma-focused therapies. In a compassionate way, we can work together to promote and restore your health and well-being. I use a combination of modern trauma-informed therapies called EMDR (eye-movement desensitisation and reprocessing) and IFS (Internal Family Systems' therapy). This integration is very effective and focused for ‘emotional trauma’ and any mental or somatic condition. I am accredited with EMDR Europe and the EMDR Association and with the IFS Institute (level 1 & 2 trained). I have NHS registration & Enhanced DBS
  I have a specialism in working with codependency (where you may abandon yourself to please others) and treating the impact of narcissistic abuse and abusive relationships.
Hi I offer an accredited online counselling and psychotherapy service embracing modern trauma-focused therapies. In a compassionate way, we can work together to promote and restore your health and well-being. I use a combination of modern trauma-informed therapies called EMDR (eye-movement desensitisation and reprocessing) and IFS (Internal Family Systems' therapy). This integration is very effective and focused for ‘emotional trauma’ and any mental or somatic condition. I am accredited with EMDR Europe and the EMDR Association and with the IFS Institute (level 1 & 2 trained). I have NHS registration & Enhanced DBS
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Theo Scheiner
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I work with all sorts of different presentations, from common anxiety disorders and depression, all the way to complex trauma and personality disorders.
Hello! I'm an integrative relational psychotherapist working in Central Hove. Years of working in the third sector and the NHS mean I have a wide range of experience supporting people with a variety of common mental health issues. In particular, I'm interested in the unconscious forces that create self-defeating patterns for each of us in our relationships with ourselves and others. I hold a warm and supportive space for you to explore your difficulties, helping you to create more awareness and acceptance around these, so that you can move forward with your life in a direction that feels positive and meaningful.
I work with all sorts of different presentations, from common anxiety disorders and depression, all the way to complex trauma and personality disorders.
Hello! I'm an integrative relational psychotherapist working in Central Hove. Years of working in the third sector and the NHS mean I have a wide range of experience supporting people with a variety of common mental health issues. In particular, I'm interested in the unconscious forces that create self-defeating patterns for each of us in our relationships with ourselves and others. I hold a warm and supportive space for you to explore your difficulties, helping you to create more awareness and acceptance around these, so that you can move forward with your life in a direction that feels positive and meaningful.
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Equine Enlightenment Psychological Services
Psychologist, GMBPsS
Verified Verified
Online Only
This could be understood as complex trauma, complex PTSD, PTSD, ongoing or prolonged stressful/ traumatic or abusive events or a one off event, along with DID, self harm, sucicidality, addiction and Borderline/ Emotionally Unstable Personality disorders.
Currently sessions are available online only. We are able to offer both short and long term therapy for a broad range of needs and goals. We can work together once weekly or more, for an hour or more, alternative weeks/ monthly and one off sessions. We tailor the therapy to your individual needs and goals, combining a structured professional approach that will feel comfortable and safe. As a team of psychologists, psychotherapists and counsellors, we can offer a range of psychological approaches and evidence based therapy to support your healing.
This could be understood as complex trauma, complex PTSD, PTSD, ongoing or prolonged stressful/ traumatic or abusive events or a one off event, along with DID, self harm, sucicidality, addiction and Borderline/ Emotionally Unstable Personality disorders.
Currently sessions are available online only. We are able to offer both short and long term therapy for a broad range of needs and goals. We can work together once weekly or more, for an hour or more, alternative weeks/ monthly and one off sessions. We tailor the therapy to your individual needs and goals, combining a structured professional approach that will feel comfortable and safe. As a team of psychologists, psychotherapists and counsellors, we can offer a range of psychological approaches and evidence based therapy to support your healing.
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Dr Gabriel Schnitzer
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
We all go through times when some additional support could be useful. Whether a specific issue has led you here today, or a wish to explore difficulties in your early life and their impacting on you today, I might be the right person to help. I have extensive experience of working in NHS and charity settings as well as abroad. Aside from my private practice I currently work as Principal Psychologist / Clinical Lead in an NHS service. I have worked with a wide range of difficulties and have most experience in working with complex trauma, interpersonal difficulties, mood management, and autism spectrum conditions.
We all go through times when some additional support could be useful. Whether a specific issue has led you here today, or a wish to explore difficulties in your early life and their impacting on you today, I might be the right person to help. I have extensive experience of working in NHS and charity settings as well as abroad. Aside from my private practice I currently work as Principal Psychologist / Clinical Lead in an NHS service. I have worked with a wide range of difficulties and have most experience in working with complex trauma, interpersonal difficulties, mood management, and autism spectrum conditions.
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Saverio Matteucci
Psychotherapist, MSc, UKCP Trainee
Verified Verified
Online Only
You may or may not know in advance what the source of your difficulties may be. Part of our process is to explore together what has led you here. Every person is different. Amid the stresses of daily life, it’s easy to lose touch with our own deepest needs and feelings – until they become too painful or persistent to ignore.
You may or may not know in advance what the source of your difficulties may be. Part of our process is to explore together what has led you here. Every person is different. Amid the stresses of daily life, it’s easy to lose touch with our own deepest needs and feelings – until they become too painful or persistent to ignore.
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Dr Simon Cassar
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I am a UKCP-registered integrative existential psychotherapist with extensive experience in delivering long and short term psychotherapy to individuals. As an existential psychotherapist, I am particularly interested in how we make meaning of the world and of our lives, and how this affects our day to day functioning. Experiencing a crisis of meaning can be a major source of stress and anxiety. If your life starts to feel meaningless to you, you may end up in a hopeless and depressed state. The therapist’s role is to navigate the difficult feelings that can arise in the process and help you find renewed purpose in your life.
I am a UKCP-registered integrative existential psychotherapist with extensive experience in delivering long and short term psychotherapy to individuals. As an existential psychotherapist, I am particularly interested in how we make meaning of the world and of our lives, and how this affects our day to day functioning. Experiencing a crisis of meaning can be a major source of stress and anxiety. If your life starts to feel meaningless to you, you may end up in a hopeless and depressed state. The therapist’s role is to navigate the difficult feelings that can arise in the process and help you find renewed purpose in your life.
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Candida Maltby
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
I offer a pragmatic and human approach to psychological distress. I believe we all have times in our lives when we need to sit with another person and work out what is going on and how to move past it. I offer this with warmth, compassion and experience. My background is in physical health and I am able to offer a holistic approach to therapy. I have experience working with people who also have long-term physical health conditions, and am very aware of how these aspects interweave and impact on the person. I work with abuse issues and have experience working with domestic and sexual violence, to gain clarity and understanding.
I offer a pragmatic and human approach to psychological distress. I believe we all have times in our lives when we need to sit with another person and work out what is going on and how to move past it. I offer this with warmth, compassion and experience. My background is in physical health and I am able to offer a holistic approach to therapy. I have experience working with people who also have long-term physical health conditions, and am very aware of how these aspects interweave and impact on the person. I work with abuse issues and have experience working with domestic and sexual violence, to gain clarity and understanding.
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Steven Dunn
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
I understand navigating life’s challenges—whether related to anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, relationship or sexual issues—can be overwhelming. I offer a confidential, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings one-to-one. What sets me apart is my focus on not just your current struggles but also understanding how your past has shaped you. Together, we’ll work through these challenges, helping you build a future that truly excites and motivates you, at a pace that feels right for you. To help you move forward, with clarity, confidence & purpose. For more information visit: www.TheJourneyTherapists. com
I understand navigating life’s challenges—whether related to anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, relationship or sexual issues—can be overwhelming. I offer a confidential, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings one-to-one. What sets me apart is my focus on not just your current struggles but also understanding how your past has shaped you. Together, we’ll work through these challenges, helping you build a future that truly excites and motivates you, at a pace that feels right for you. To help you move forward, with clarity, confidence & purpose. For more information visit: www.TheJourneyTherapists. com
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Rebecca Holland
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
Hello and thank you for visiting my page. I am an Art Psychotherapist and EMDR Therapist, and I specialize in supporting individuals who may be navigating challenges such as trauma, loss, relationship difficulties, or simply the need for a safe space to explore their thoughts and feelings. Our work together will begin at your pace, starting where you feel most comfortable. Therapy is a collaborative process, and we’ll take time to understand what you want to achieve, whether that’s finding clarity, building resilience, or processing past experiences.
Hello and thank you for visiting my page. I am an Art Psychotherapist and EMDR Therapist, and I specialize in supporting individuals who may be navigating challenges such as trauma, loss, relationship difficulties, or simply the need for a safe space to explore their thoughts and feelings. Our work together will begin at your pace, starting where you feel most comfortable. Therapy is a collaborative process, and we’ll take time to understand what you want to achieve, whether that’s finding clarity, building resilience, or processing past experiences.
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John Buckley
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Online Only
Hello, my name is John, and I’m a Psychotherapist, Counsellor and Coach. At the moment I work remotely so all sessions with me would be online. My approach to therapy is warm, active, and engaged—I’m not the kind of therapist who simply sits silently and nods. I’ll share my thoughts and feelings with empathy, compassion, and at times challenging. Together, we’ll build a meaningful, supportive relationship where you feel heard, valued, and able to address the challenges you’re facing or explore personal growth.
Hello, my name is John, and I’m a Psychotherapist, Counsellor and Coach. At the moment I work remotely so all sessions with me would be online. My approach to therapy is warm, active, and engaged—I’m not the kind of therapist who simply sits silently and nods. I’ll share my thoughts and feelings with empathy, compassion, and at times challenging. Together, we’ll build a meaningful, supportive relationship where you feel heard, valued, and able to address the challenges you’re facing or explore personal growth.
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Kath Hegarty
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
There are different times in our lives when we may encounter challenges in our emotional world. Transition and change can sometimes trigger these challenging feelings. For example, moving home or employment, changing relationships or friendships; life changes such as going to university or reaching age milestones. Any of these can significantly affect the way we feel about ourselves. We react in different ways to what we encounter in our environment. We might become depressed or overwhelmed by intense emotions or we might feel anxious and unable to engage in social activities. It can all become too much to manage alone.
There are different times in our lives when we may encounter challenges in our emotional world. Transition and change can sometimes trigger these challenging feelings. For example, moving home or employment, changing relationships or friendships; life changes such as going to university or reaching age milestones. Any of these can significantly affect the way we feel about ourselves. We react in different ways to what we encounter in our environment. We might become depressed or overwhelmed by intense emotions or we might feel anxious and unable to engage in social activities. It can all become too much to manage alone.
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Jacqueline Light - Anxiety Trauma
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Brighton BN45
Firstly, welcome to my profile. The start of our counselling relationship together begins here. Here you can read about me, as your future counsellor. Are you feeling you would like to make some changes in your life ? I can offer you a place to take some time-out to explore your thoughts, feelings and behaviour to unpick your issues. Counselling allows you to discuss your issue/s and any difficult feelings and emotions you may encounter in a safe, confidential environment. Simply, it is reflecting on who you are & want to be, exploring your thoughts, feelings & difficulties in more depth, whilst I support you achieving your goals
Firstly, welcome to my profile. The start of our counselling relationship together begins here. Here you can read about me, as your future counsellor. Are you feeling you would like to make some changes in your life ? I can offer you a place to take some time-out to explore your thoughts, feelings and behaviour to unpick your issues. Counselling allows you to discuss your issue/s and any difficult feelings and emotions you may encounter in a safe, confidential environment. Simply, it is reflecting on who you are & want to be, exploring your thoughts, feelings & difficulties in more depth, whilst I support you achieving your goals
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JLWPsychotherapy
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I am based at the Practice Rooms, Brighton and my office in Wilmington, East Sussex. I have a life long fascination in the nature of us as humans and in particular our emotional lives. I am interested in how complicated we all are. Sometimes it can help to take time out to try to understand ourselves better, and how we are in the world, for example, ‘Why do I keep making the same mistakes?’, ‘’Why am I so fearful, stressed or unhappy?' or ‘How did I get here?’. Therapy can help to work through some of the complexities in our lives or to make sense of and mourn painful experiences and to keep a sense of creativity and meaning alive.
I am based at the Practice Rooms, Brighton and my office in Wilmington, East Sussex. I have a life long fascination in the nature of us as humans and in particular our emotional lives. I am interested in how complicated we all are. Sometimes it can help to take time out to try to understand ourselves better, and how we are in the world, for example, ‘Why do I keep making the same mistakes?’, ‘’Why am I so fearful, stressed or unhappy?' or ‘How did I get here?’. Therapy can help to work through some of the complexities in our lives or to make sense of and mourn painful experiences and to keep a sense of creativity and meaning alive.
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Timothy Park
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hi, I’m Tim and I can help if you struggle with addictions, relationship issues, anxiety, depression or ADHD. My approach is rooted in the understanding that you have the capacity to change and that therapy is an important part of this process. I offer an empathic, authentic and non-judgemental space that focuses on you achieving your therapy goals.
Hi, I’m Tim and I can help if you struggle with addictions, relationship issues, anxiety, depression or ADHD. My approach is rooted in the understanding that you have the capacity to change and that therapy is an important part of this process. I offer an empathic, authentic and non-judgemental space that focuses on you achieving your therapy goals.
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changing-futures
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I offer outdoor therapy and specialist mental health therapy. I have worked in mental health since 1995 and am an accredited cognitive analytic psychotherapist. I have a wide range of experience in NHS Mental Health Services and I am experienced with both adults and children, adolescents, couples and families in the delivery of evidence based psychological Interventions. I also offer clinic based therapy in my practice in Brighton and online therapy
I offer outdoor therapy and specialist mental health therapy. I have worked in mental health since 1995 and am an accredited cognitive analytic psychotherapist. I have a wide range of experience in NHS Mental Health Services and I am experienced with both adults and children, adolescents, couples and families in the delivery of evidence based psychological Interventions. I also offer clinic based therapy in my practice in Brighton and online therapy
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Kieran Baine
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
The therapeutic relationship is central to the way I work. We exist in relationships with others, with the environment we live in and with ourselves. It is in and through relationships that we may have become stuck and that we may also find freedom to be in the world in a way that is more adaptable, responsive and fulfilling. As such, I place emphasis on exploring what is happening in the here and now of the relationship between myself and my clients. I have worked with a variety of individuals and have particular experience and interest in working with men and young adults.
The therapeutic relationship is central to the way I work. We exist in relationships with others, with the environment we live in and with ourselves. It is in and through relationships that we may have become stuck and that we may also find freedom to be in the world in a way that is more adaptable, responsive and fulfilling. As such, I place emphasis on exploring what is happening in the here and now of the relationship between myself and my clients. I have worked with a variety of individuals and have particular experience and interest in working with men and young adults.
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Personality Disorders Counsellors

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.