Personality Disorders Counselling in Chessington
My clients are adults and teens who want to understand themselves more deeply. You might be feeling anxious, low, overwhelmed or burnt out, struggling in relationships or at work, or carrying the impact of difficult past experiences. Some are exploring possible neurodivergence or adjusting to an ADHD or autism diagnosis. Together we slow things down, make sense of patterns in your life, and explore new ways of relating to yourself and others so you can move forward with more clarity and choice.
My clients are adults and teens who want to understand themselves more deeply. You might be feeling anxious, low, overwhelmed or burnt out, struggling in relationships or at work, or carrying the impact of difficult past experiences. Some are exploring possible neurodivergence or adjusting to an ADHD or autism diagnosis. Together we slow things down, make sense of patterns in your life, and explore new ways of relating to yourself and others so you can move forward with more clarity and choice.
I am an integrative therapist. This means that I have received training in a number of therapeutic approaches and can draw upon their various core philosophies and techniques. These approaches include: humanistic/person-centered, Ericksonian hypno-psychotherapy, depth-oriented brief therapy, eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR), self-relations psychotherapy, neuro-linguistic programming (NLP), and Internal Family Systems Therapy. So, whatever issue you may be facing, I can tailor my approach to best meet your individual needs.
I am an integrative therapist. This means that I have received training in a number of therapeutic approaches and can draw upon their various core philosophies and techniques. These approaches include: humanistic/person-centered, Ericksonian hypno-psychotherapy, depth-oriented brief therapy, eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR), self-relations psychotherapy, neuro-linguistic programming (NLP), and Internal Family Systems Therapy. So, whatever issue you may be facing, I can tailor my approach to best meet your individual needs.
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I am an accredited Schema Therapist and a registered EuroPsy Psychologist working with adult individuals and couples. Whether anxiety, perfectionism, or eating behaviours are getting in the way of living a full life, I am here to support you in a warm, non-judgmental, and empathic way.
I am an accredited Schema Therapist and a registered EuroPsy Psychologist working with adult individuals and couples. Whether anxiety, perfectionism, or eating behaviours are getting in the way of living a full life, I am here to support you in a warm, non-judgmental, and empathic way.
I have also worked with many diagnosed with personality disorders.
I understand reaching out for support can feel difficult, especially if you’ve been feeling stuck for some time. If you’re considering therapy, you're welcome to get in touch and make use of a free initial consultation.
I’m an EMDR Psychotherapist, Consultant and Clinical Supervisor, and an accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I have over fifteen years of experience supporting individuals with their mental health and emotional wellbeing, particularly in relation to trauma, anxiety, and feeling stuck in patterns that are difficult to shift.
I have also worked with many diagnosed with personality disorders.
I understand reaching out for support can feel difficult, especially if you’ve been feeling stuck for some time. If you’re considering therapy, you're welcome to get in touch and make use of a free initial consultation.
I’m an EMDR Psychotherapist, Consultant and Clinical Supervisor, and an accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I have over fifteen years of experience supporting individuals with their mental health and emotional wellbeing, particularly in relation to trauma, anxiety, and feeling stuck in patterns that are difficult to shift.
Dobrochna Zajas Psychotherapy Ltd
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome and Thank you for viewing my profile. My name is Dobrochna Zajas and I am a qualified Cognitive and Behavioural Therapist (register with BABCP), EMDR Therapist and Registered Drug and Alcohol Practitioner (register with FDAP) based at HQ Therapy Rooms in Haggerston, Hackney E8 4DE. My passion is to help people discover their own potential and gain the ability to heal themselves, recognize their own strengths, find the ability to cope from within and regain their strength after difficult and/or traumatic situations.
Welcome and Thank you for viewing my profile. My name is Dobrochna Zajas and I am a qualified Cognitive and Behavioural Therapist (register with BABCP), EMDR Therapist and Registered Drug and Alcohol Practitioner (register with FDAP) based at HQ Therapy Rooms in Haggerston, Hackney E8 4DE. My passion is to help people discover their own potential and gain the ability to heal themselves, recognize their own strengths, find the ability to cope from within and regain their strength after difficult and/or traumatic situations.
As a qualified psychologist and therapist, I specialize in helping individuals navigate a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges. With over 20 years of experience working in Mental Health and community services, my approach integrates evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT) and mindfulness techniques to create personalized treatment plans.
As a qualified psychologist and therapist, I specialize in helping individuals navigate a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges. With over 20 years of experience working in Mental Health and community services, my approach integrates evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT) and mindfulness techniques to create personalized treatment plans.
I am an integrative therapist and draw from the psychodynamic and humanistic approaches to psychotherapy. I consider the therapeutic relationship central to the process and place the unique experience of each person at the centre of the therapeutic process. Together, we will embark on a journey to explore and understand what may be causing the present difficulty and any associated patterns of behaviour that may contribute to the present unhappiness and work out together what might facilitate change.
I am an integrative therapist and draw from the psychodynamic and humanistic approaches to psychotherapy. I consider the therapeutic relationship central to the process and place the unique experience of each person at the centre of the therapeutic process. Together, we will embark on a journey to explore and understand what may be causing the present difficulty and any associated patterns of behaviour that may contribute to the present unhappiness and work out together what might facilitate change.
I specialise in psychological and emotional complexity, including: personality difficulties, trauma, PTSD, and complex PTSD, childhood trauma/unresolved difficulties, interpersonal and relational issues across the lifespan, from adolescence to older adulthood, attachment issues, relationship issues (family and couples), ADHD and Autism, mood/anxiety disorders, OCD, and psychotic presentations.
A core part of my work involves recognising how these experiences intersect with identity, life transitions, and family dynamics. This is why I bring cultural humility and sensitivity into each session.
I specialise in psychological and emotional complexity, including: personality difficulties, trauma, PTSD, and complex PTSD, childhood trauma/unresolved difficulties, interpersonal and relational issues across the lifespan, from adolescence to older adulthood, attachment issues, relationship issues (family and couples), ADHD and Autism, mood/anxiety disorders, OCD, and psychotic presentations.
A core part of my work involves recognising how these experiences intersect with identity, life transitions, and family dynamics. This is why I bring cultural humility and sensitivity into each session.
I am very good at treating people with Anxiety, Depression, Personality Disorders, as well as those with traumatic experiences.
I have got a Ph.D. in "Clinical Psychology". I have teaching experience both at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. I have been working as a psychotherapist for over 20 years. I apply "Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy" (ISTDP) which is a modern and efficient type of dynamic psychotherapy. I work on repressed feelings and emotions and help the clients to get rid of the pain and suffer and become a mature personality.
I am very good at treating people with Anxiety, Depression, Personality Disorders, as well as those with traumatic experiences.
I have got a Ph.D. in "Clinical Psychology". I have teaching experience both at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. I have been working as a psychotherapist for over 20 years. I apply "Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy" (ISTDP) which is a modern and efficient type of dynamic psychotherapy. I work on repressed feelings and emotions and help the clients to get rid of the pain and suffer and become a mature personality.
I specialise in CBT and EMDR, and have over 15 years of clinical experience across the NHS, prison services, drug and alcohol treatment, and private practice in London. My approach is informed by attachment, and trauma theory, and is grounded in current research. I work with people navigating a range of difficulties, including trauma, PTSD, ADHD, anxiety, stress and burnout — and the quieter struggles, including low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, substance use, and the sense that something needs to change.
I specialise in CBT and EMDR, and have over 15 years of clinical experience across the NHS, prison services, drug and alcohol treatment, and private practice in London. My approach is informed by attachment, and trauma theory, and is grounded in current research. I work with people navigating a range of difficulties, including trauma, PTSD, ADHD, anxiety, stress and burnout — and the quieter struggles, including low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, substance use, and the sense that something needs to change.
Looking after our mental health these days can be difficult, we can find ourselves prioritising other people and other commitments, leaving ourselves at the bottom of the pile.
Finding the right therapist and the right therapeutic space is an important part of the journey. It’s about giving yourself the time and permission to feel and acknowledge what’s there, to begin making sense of it. Therapy isn’t about quick fixes — it’s about creating a space where healing can happen at your pace, in your way. That first step, just showing up, is already something meaningful.
Looking after our mental health these days can be difficult, we can find ourselves prioritising other people and other commitments, leaving ourselves at the bottom of the pile.
Finding the right therapist and the right therapeutic space is an important part of the journey. It’s about giving yourself the time and permission to feel and acknowledge what’s there, to begin making sense of it. Therapy isn’t about quick fixes — it’s about creating a space where healing can happen at your pace, in your way. That first step, just showing up, is already something meaningful.
As a Chartered Clinical Psychologist I practice ISTDP (Intensive Short- Term Dynamic Psychotherapy), which is a highly effective evidence based 'attachment focused therapy' that rapidly addresses your underlying issues at an emotional level. This allows you to pay closer attention to yourself and your emotions in ‘healthier’ ways, enabling you to experience your emotions to their fullest and allowing a natural healing process to occur. This not only brings symptomatic relief but more importantly it enables you to use your feelings to guide your decision making in all areas of your life, allowing you to blossom and reach your full
As a Chartered Clinical Psychologist I practice ISTDP (Intensive Short- Term Dynamic Psychotherapy), which is a highly effective evidence based 'attachment focused therapy' that rapidly addresses your underlying issues at an emotional level. This allows you to pay closer attention to yourself and your emotions in ‘healthier’ ways, enabling you to experience your emotions to their fullest and allowing a natural healing process to occur. This not only brings symptomatic relief but more importantly it enables you to use your feelings to guide your decision making in all areas of your life, allowing you to blossom and reach your full
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist (trained at the Institute of Psychiatry, King's College London) and researcher (University College London, at present), offering CBT, DBT, EMDR and schema therapy, online and in-person in Central London. I am HCPC registered and BPS-chartered. I have over 15-years experience working across a range of clinical and academic contexts, publishing peer-reviewed research into mental health and receiving specialist, post-qualification training in a variety of therapeutic approaches.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist (trained at the Institute of Psychiatry, King's College London) and researcher (University College London, at present), offering CBT, DBT, EMDR and schema therapy, online and in-person in Central London. I am HCPC registered and BPS-chartered. I have over 15-years experience working across a range of clinical and academic contexts, publishing peer-reviewed research into mental health and receiving specialist, post-qualification training in a variety of therapeutic approaches.
I have worked for over 30 years with people who have struggled with a range of internal, relational, & environmental challenges. This includes: difficult thoughts & experiences of madness; stuck behaviour patterns (such as addictions); persistent sadness & depression; drastic mood swings; relationship and family difficulties; loneliness; thoughts of life-and-death; trauma; identity and sexuality questions; and other difficult life situations. I focus on working with adults, including young adults (18-25) and their questions about the world-as-it-is. I also work with men of all ages on questions of masculinity and manhood.
I have worked for over 30 years with people who have struggled with a range of internal, relational, & environmental challenges. This includes: difficult thoughts & experiences of madness; stuck behaviour patterns (such as addictions); persistent sadness & depression; drastic mood swings; relationship and family difficulties; loneliness; thoughts of life-and-death; trauma; identity and sexuality questions; and other difficult life situations. I focus on working with adults, including young adults (18-25) and their questions about the world-as-it-is. I also work with men of all ages on questions of masculinity and manhood.
Have you been entertaining the idea of therapy for some time, or is this an impulse search? Have you asked yourself questions such as: “Why me?”, “Who am I?”, “How did I get here?”, “Is this the rest of my life?”, "Is this really happening to me", "Why does this always happen to me?", “How do I get where I want to be?” Have you or others have labelled yourself as "down", "depressed", "anxious" or "stressed"? Are you worried about feeling a certain way, or not living the life you were meant to live? Do you carry on your shoulders more than you bargained for and feel you can't share with anyone? I am here for you.
Have you been entertaining the idea of therapy for some time, or is this an impulse search? Have you asked yourself questions such as: “Why me?”, “Who am I?”, “How did I get here?”, “Is this the rest of my life?”, "Is this really happening to me", "Why does this always happen to me?", “How do I get where I want to be?” Have you or others have labelled yourself as "down", "depressed", "anxious" or "stressed"? Are you worried about feeling a certain way, or not living the life you were meant to live? Do you carry on your shoulders more than you bargained for and feel you can't share with anyone? I am here for you.
My background includes extensive work within the NHS with children and adults, treating a range of psychological difficulties such as anxiety, depression, and personality disorders.
We'll work together to help you understand not only where your difficulties have stemmed from but also what's currently maintaining them (the 'cycles'). By gaining this clarity, we can collaboratively make lasting changes at your pace. I offer a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space where your individual needs are the focus.
My background includes extensive work within the NHS with children and adults, treating a range of psychological difficulties such as anxiety, depression, and personality disorders.
We'll work together to help you understand not only where your difficulties have stemmed from but also what's currently maintaining them (the 'cycles'). By gaining this clarity, we can collaboratively make lasting changes at your pace. I offer a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space where your individual needs are the focus.
I work holistically, with special interests in personality disorders, narcissistic abuse recovery, and ADHD.
I help with trauma, personality disorders, ADHD, narcissistic abuse recovery, and more. With lived experience and specialist training, I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space for healing and growth—online or in-person in Hertfordshire.
I work holistically, with special interests in personality disorders, narcissistic abuse recovery, and ADHD.
I help with trauma, personality disorders, ADHD, narcissistic abuse recovery, and more. With lived experience and specialist training, I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space for healing and growth—online or in-person in Hertfordshire.
My direction towards self-development has exposed me to deep & wonderful values. I now understand that feelings don’t need to be avoided or feared, they just are. I know people are all inherently creative & given the right environment of empathy, non-judgmental & unconditional positive regard everyone can find their way.
My direction towards self-development has exposed me to deep & wonderful values. I now understand that feelings don’t need to be avoided or feared, they just are. I know people are all inherently creative & given the right environment of empathy, non-judgmental & unconditional positive regard everyone can find their way.
Are you feeling stuck in patterns that once felt safe but now hold you back? Do past experiences, anxiety, or overwhelming emotions make life harder than it needs to be? Whether your struggles show up in relationships or in how you feel about yourself, you don’t have to face them alone. I offer a safe, steady, compassionate space to help you make sense of what’s happening and begin to move forward.
Are you feeling stuck in patterns that once felt safe but now hold you back? Do past experiences, anxiety, or overwhelming emotions make life harder than it needs to be? Whether your struggles show up in relationships or in how you feel about yourself, you don’t have to face them alone. I offer a safe, steady, compassionate space to help you make sense of what’s happening and begin to move forward.
Psychotherapy is a courageous and rewarding act toward personal growth, insight and change. My intention as your therapist is to make space for you to explore, process and make sense of your emotions with the aim to get closer to what you wish for in life. To achieve this, you will be invited to both verbal and creative explorations depending on your preference each time. As my interventions tend to be informed by your needs, you can expect to play an active role in your therapy.
Psychotherapy is a courageous and rewarding act toward personal growth, insight and change. My intention as your therapist is to make space for you to explore, process and make sense of your emotions with the aim to get closer to what you wish for in life. To achieve this, you will be invited to both verbal and creative explorations depending on your preference each time. As my interventions tend to be informed by your needs, you can expect to play an active role in your therapy.
Nearby Personality Disorders Counsellors Searches for Chessington
- Ashtead
- East Molesey
- Epsom
- Esher
- Ewell
- Hampton
- Kingston upon Thames
- New Malden
- Surbiton
- Sutton
- Teddington
- Walton-on-Thames
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.