Borderline Personality (BPD) Counselling in Carlisle
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Laura Reside-Robb
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Hello, and thanks for visiting. I'm Laura and I'm trained as an Integrative Psychotherapist. I'm a firm believer that each person is uniquely individual, and any therapeutic help they receive should be tailored to them, and their needs. Being Integrative means I'm not set on one school of thought, and work with you to find what approach fits best for you. You're in control of the sessions, you can bring whatever issues you'd like to discuss, , we go at a pace you're comfortable with. We'll look at working together to set realistic goals, based on what you'd like to achieve.
Carlisle CA1
& Online

Johanna Lakin
Psychotherapist, MA, MNCS Accred
Verified
Verified
I am a qualified Person-Centred psychotherapist and clinical supervisor. I will provide you a non judgemental, accepting and empathic environment, where we can look more closely at the distress you are feeling and how it is impacting your life. We will explore what your needs are and with that your decisions and potential for growth can become clearer and more fully formed. By creating a trusting therapeutic relationship, we can navigate your thoughts, feelings and experiences (past and present) to better understand how they have worked together to form your understanding of who you are and how you perceive yourself in the world.

Malcolm Jones
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
Hi, my name is Mal Jones. I am a qualified Person-Centred and Internal Family Systems Level 1 Therapist with 8 years experience of working with people aged 16-70 who have experienced trauma and who present with a wide range of issues such as anxiety, panic attacks, sexual and domestic abuse, depression, self harm and suicidal thoughts, addiction and bereavement. In particular, i have experience working with male survivors of sexual violence and domestic abuse. I really enjoy working creatively using art, sand tray and imagery to help clients understand and appreciate every part of themselves.

Lakes Trauma Therapy
Psychotherapist, MSc
Verified
Verified
Maureen Seddon is an accredited and experienced EMDR Therapist with over 40 years of experience working with people in both the NHS and the private sector. Maureen originally qualified as a general nurse in Liverpool in 1982, training in mental health in 1984. Maureen trained in EMDR as she felt other therapies did not address the original causation of symptoms/triggers without causing further distress. Maureen targets the origin of the trauma in a holistic way.
Online Therapists

J C Therapy BSc Hons MBACP (Accred)
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
Living with ADHD,
BPD
, anxiety, low mood, addictions, struggling to cope? I can address many issues and teach new skills; for example, navigating relationships in a healthier way, regulating emotions, communication skills, improving confidence and self worth plus many more. I am a friend of LGBTQ+; I have over 17 years of experience and am still as passionate today as the day I started. I have helped many clients over the years to change their life, to become happier, more confident, to leave the past behind them once and for all. Thank you for checking me out, testimonials can be provided on request.

Victor John Payne
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
Verified
Verified
I try to create a safe, comfortable environment to help people with mental health issues.. I have experience of helping people with, trauma effects,
borderline
personality disorder, dissociation, depression, anxiety and relationship difficulties.

Simon Bentall
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
These include anxiety, depression,
borderline
personality disorder, self harm and low self esteem.
I have been practicing as a full-time Counsellor for the past 16 years. I have worked in a variety of settings and for a wide variety of clients from young children to couples. I work as a Client Centred therapist helping clients find ways to live a more fulfilling life. Helping clients find out who they are, not who they are trying or feel they ought to be. I do a lot of work with children, students and young adults. I have also, for the last 15 years, done short term EAP work in my private practice for a local housing association.

Nigel Magowan
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
I am an experienced psychotherapist and have been in full-time private practice in Manchester since 2002. I use a flexible integrative approach and offer both long-term psychotherapy and counselling, as well as short-term therapies. I integrate psychotherapy with CBT, EMDR, Somatic Therapies, DBT Skills, DBR, NLP and life coaching. I have experience of working with a wide range of issues including anxiety, PTSD, Complex PTSD, bereavement,
BPD
, depression, stress, abuse, generalised anxiety, OCD, public speaking, low self-esteem, relationship issues, shame, IBS and pain management. I am BACP and UKCP registered.

Melike Celasun
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
Verified
Verified
I am here to help you with your problems whatever they are (e.g. Psychological, emotional, mental health, family, relationship and life) . Over the years, I helped much of clients and will be happy to work with you too. I specialise in Personality Disorders, especially
Borderline
Personality Disorder. I can offer therapies who struggle PTSD, OCD, codepency, GAD depression and panic attack. I am working with adults, couples, families, young people and children using a variety of therapy models including DBT, Schema Therapy, CBT and Behavioural Activation. I serve Turkish speaking clients as well.

Aneela Ahmed
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My specialisms are trauma work,
BPD
and culturally adapted therapy.
Hi there! I’m Aneela. Life can be difficult, busy, and messy, which is why we all need support from time to time to deal with it. Our emotional health is an important part of our overall health, so when that is affected other areas of our lives are also. It affects how we feel about ourselves, others, and the world around us - so I'm glad you've stopped by. Therapy can give you power over your circumstances rather than them having power over you. Therapy can be an important part of taking care of ourselves, so we are better able to understand what’s going on for us. I would love to be a helping hand in this process for you.
Leeds LS27
& Online

Miranda Lo (MCouns) Counselling, CBT & Coaching
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I have worked with adults with concerns including social anxiety, self-esteem issues, finding self-identity & meaning in life, career & vocational transformation, depression, bereavement, panic attack, nightmares, anger, relationship, OCD and
BPD
issues.
You are just feeling fed up with self-doubt and rumination; and you are worrying about your continual procrastination and your escape from opportunities in life. You feel like you are finally ready to move forward. I understand what it feels like when encountering emotional issues and stress in life. I embarked on a journey of self-exploration, which has allowed me to feel, see and find what I am passionate about in life. I am dedicated and feeling grateful in collaboratively assisting YOU in overcoming your doubts and thus having YOUR potential unleashed FULLY, be it in your life journey, career development and relationships.

Kate McIver
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
I support clients facing difficulties with: anxiety; health; compulsive/binge eating; depression; bereavement;
BPD
; stress and relationships.
You might be feeling unsettled or worried. Or you’re looking for support with a problem. Maybe you feel alone, are grieving a loss or dealing with change. Whatever you’re facing, you don't need to do it alone. No-one is an island; finding the right help can make all the difference. I'm committed to helping you find a way through. My approach is gentle; I'm guided by what you need and the pace you want to you at. I’ve many years' experience supporting clients to find clarity, recognise choices and strengthen their resilience. If you’d like to talk then please get in touch.

Bay Psychology®
Psychologist
Verified
Verified
I'm a HCPC registered Consultant Psychologist, with doctoral level professional training, and a Chartered & Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society. Your therapy will always be progressed at your own pace, with the assurance that I have 25 years' experience of working sensitively, confidentially and collaboratively with my clients. After an initial formulation, I will use any evidence-based approaches you prefer to help you learn new coping strategies, process important issues & emotions and work towards achieving your personal goals/recovery. Most sessions are remote but I offer some face-to-face therapy in Cumbria

RFK Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Going through difficult times at varying times in your life happens to most people. I offer a comfortable, safe, confidential environment to explore those difficulties with an aim to improve self-worth, confidence, and self-awareness. I am based in Kilmarnock, within walking distance of both the train station and bus station. I have personal experience of difficulties affecting mental well-being and have a desire to help others in similar situations.
Andrew David Kerr
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Life can feel overwhelming and daunting. At times we can feel we are being swept along by events, sometimes stuck and unable to move. Sometimes we have an idea about how we want to change but struggle to make those changes a reality. Sometimes we feel we are failing, not good enough. Quite often we feel these things but try to carry on without sharing that with anyone and feel lost and alone. All of these experiences are familiar to me and to the people I have worked with. I believe in creating a safe space where people can explore those experiences and find confidence in meeting them and moving forward on their own terms.

Sammi Ryan
Counsellor, BACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I offer a safe, non-judgemental space for Survivors of Childhood Sexual abuse and Survivors of Domestic Abuse. I am passionate about empowering you to heal from traumatic experiences and grow in any way that works for you and your life. Experienced in working with Survivors of Sexual Abuse and Domestic abuse, I know I can be with you every step of the way, being with you during the darker times to help you process your thoughts and feelings, and being with you to celebrate your breakthroughs and growth and healing!

Sarah Louise Anderson
Counsellor, MNCS Accred
Verified
Verified
Hello, my name is Sarah. I am currently accepting new clients for Online therapy, Walk and Talk therapy and Face to Face therapy in both Tranent and North Berwick. Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or struggling to face a stressful life situation? Are you struggling to feel accepted or listened to, or feel that you don’t have anyone to talk to about your experience of trauma?

Michael Rimmer
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
There is a broad spectrum of reasons why people seek and can benefit from counselling. The reasons may seem clear, or may feel somewhat out of reach, yet there is a sense that talking to someone may help? Counselling can help us to better understand the source of our distress, find resolutions and move forward in ways that serve us better as individuals. I consider it a privilege to work with people in this endeavour and recognise that it is important that you find the right person to talk to.
Waitlist for new clients

Cat Graham
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
You may have arrived here because someone has suggested counselling to help you with a difficulty you are experiencing. You may be looking on behalf of a loved one. A health professional may have recommended counselling or perhaps you are feeling lost in your life and wonder if talking therapy might be the answer. Whatever the reason, I will endeavour to help you make the best decision for you and if you choose to enter into counselling with me I will help you to overcome the distress you are currently experiencing.

Katie Woods Therapy
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BACP
Verified
Verified
I am a compassionate Counsellor with extensive experience working with adults and young people. My passion lies in creating a safe and supportive space, having experienced trauma first hand when I was 14 years old, I understand how crucial it is to have the right help through the difficult times. Talking about painful and difficult subjects can be daunting and uncomfortable. It takes courage and strength to share this. I understand the therapeutic relationship between you and myself is key.
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Borderline Personality (BPD) Counsellors
What is the most successful approach to treating borderline personality disorder?
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is considered the gold standard of treatment for borderline personality disorder. An evidence-based treatment, it addresses the extreme emotional reactivity, the relationship difficulties, and the acts of self-harm that create so much distress for BPD patients. DBT is a comprehensive program that includes both regular individual psychotherapy sessions and weekly group sessions of skills training.
What happens in treatment of borderline personality disorder?
Treatment typically consists of weekly individual therapy sessions that last an hour and group skill-focused instructional sessions that may last up to two hours. Patients are typically given homework “assignments” in which they are asked to practice in their daily life the skills they acquire in therapy. Patients also keep a diary tracking their emotions and impulses as a way to know which situations are most problematic and to help them gain control over their own behavior. Difficult situations and feelings are typically reviewed in therapy sessions and more constructive solutions found.
What kinds of problems does BPD treatment help with?
DBT was initially developed to dampen the self-destructive impulses of chronically suicidal patients. It is now the treatment of choice for borderline personality disorder, a serious condition marked by extreme emotional reactivity, relationship instability, and self-injurious behaviors. Treatment of BPD helps patients tolerate the flux of emotions without acting on them, often with a specific focus on tolerating negative emotions. DBT addresses the core problems of BPD—fear of abandonment, low self-esteem, and impulsivity.
What is the goal of treatment in borderline personality disorder?
The goal of treatment for borderline personality disorder (BPD) is to relieve the extreme emotional distress that patients experience—to curb their emotional reactivity, to minimize their inclination to self-harm, and to reduce their impulsivity. Toward these ends, patients are not only taught an array of new coping skills and techniques for emotional regulation, they are given opportunities to practice them. Another major goal of treatment is interpersonal effectiveness; patients learn and problem-solve ways to effectively communicate in relationships, especially how to ask for what they need as a way to minimize hurt feelings.