Personality Disorders Counselling in Cullompton

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Ellie Collins
Counsellor, MBACP
3 Endorsed
I specialise in working with presenting issues such as neurodivergency, bereavement, relationship issues, childhood trauma, narcissistic abuse, self-esteem, identitity issues and many more.
I am a qualified counsellor with membership with the ethical body BACP. I work with a range of approaches typically tailored to your individual requirements. I work in an integrative way, which means I work with several types of approaches typically specific to your needs. I also adopt a person-centered approach which recognises you as the expert.
I specialise in working with presenting issues such as neurodivergency, bereavement, relationship issues, childhood trauma, narcissistic abuse, self-esteem, identitity issues and many more.
I am a qualified counsellor with membership with the ethical body BACP. I work with a range of approaches typically tailored to your individual requirements. I work in an integrative way, which means I work with several types of approaches typically specific to your needs. I also adopt a person-centered approach which recognises you as the expert.
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Emma Hayes
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
Serves Area
Hello, thanks for looking at my profile. I offer a safe and non judgemental space to explore what may be holding you back in life. You might seek support for something specific that is impacting you negatively or you might not know what you need but perhaps you've become aware that you are not experiencing life in a meaningful or fulfilling way. It could be you feel stuck in repeated patterns of thinking, feeling and behaving which are causing difficulty and challenges for your personal and professional relationships and want to change this.
Hello, thanks for looking at my profile. I offer a safe and non judgemental space to explore what may be holding you back in life. You might seek support for something specific that is impacting you negatively or you might not know what you need but perhaps you've become aware that you are not experiencing life in a meaningful or fulfilling way. It could be you feel stuck in repeated patterns of thinking, feeling and behaving which are causing difficulty and challenges for your personal and professional relationships and want to change this.
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Laura Jayne Sollis
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
Do you feel stuck,anxious or overwhelmed?Maybe you're struggling with worry, low confidence or self esteem and it's impacting your life,leaving you feeling isolated and alone. It can be difficult to open up to friends or family for fear we may burden them or they will worry too much about us.This is were counselling can help,talking to someone who is there for you with compassion and judgement can make all the difference,I truly believe that a supportive,trusting counselling relationship is essential in helping you move towards the life you want.
Do you feel stuck,anxious or overwhelmed?Maybe you're struggling with worry, low confidence or self esteem and it's impacting your life,leaving you feeling isolated and alone. It can be difficult to open up to friends or family for fear we may burden them or they will worry too much about us.This is were counselling can help,talking to someone who is there for you with compassion and judgement can make all the difference,I truly believe that a supportive,trusting counselling relationship is essential in helping you move towards the life you want.
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Lucy Glanfield
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Are you looking for an experienced, Accredited therapist who will listen to you and meet you with a compassionate, down to earth approach? I extend a warm invitation to a trusting, therapeutic relationship, one where I will challenge you to look at yourself and your way of being, either as an individual or as a couple who needs help communicating. Whatever it is that has brought you to this point, whether you are struggling with anxiety, grief, depression or relationships, together we can start to help you process this past experience and work on building your self awareness to help you make the right changes.
Are you looking for an experienced, Accredited therapist who will listen to you and meet you with a compassionate, down to earth approach? I extend a warm invitation to a trusting, therapeutic relationship, one where I will challenge you to look at yourself and your way of being, either as an individual or as a couple who needs help communicating. Whatever it is that has brought you to this point, whether you are struggling with anxiety, grief, depression or relationships, together we can start to help you process this past experience and work on building your self awareness to help you make the right changes.
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Joanne King Ma Ba
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Serves Area
What is art therapy? Art therapy is a form of psychotherapy that uses art media as its primary mode of expression and communication. Within this context, art is not used as diagnostic tool but as a medium to address emotional issues which may be confusing and distressing. Art therapists work with children, young people, adults and the elderly. Clients may have a wide range of difficulties, disabilities or diagnoses. These include emotional, behavioural or mental health problems, learning or physical disabilities, life-limiting conditions, neurological conditions and physical illnesses. Art therapy is provided in groups or individual
What is art therapy? Art therapy is a form of psychotherapy that uses art media as its primary mode of expression and communication. Within this context, art is not used as diagnostic tool but as a medium to address emotional issues which may be confusing and distressing. Art therapists work with children, young people, adults and the elderly. Clients may have a wide range of difficulties, disabilities or diagnoses. These include emotional, behavioural or mental health problems, learning or physical disabilities, life-limiting conditions, neurological conditions and physical illnesses. Art therapy is provided in groups or individual
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Jay Dudley
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Taunton TA1
My clinical experience and interests include treatment for personality disorders; complex trauma and dissociative processes; eating disorders; OCD; anxiety and depression.
I am a Psychotherapist, Supervisor, & Group Analyst with many years’ experience working as a Psychotherapist in mental health services in the NHS, and in drug rehabilitation services in West London. I was lead for the Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) Service in Somerset NHS Trust, before moving to Devon to take up work as a Psychotherapist in a Specialist Therapeutic Community within the Personality Disorder Service. I worked there for 10 years, and then as Professional Lead at The Haldon Specialist Eating Disorder Service.
My clinical experience and interests include treatment for personality disorders; complex trauma and dissociative processes; eating disorders; OCD; anxiety and depression.
I am a Psychotherapist, Supervisor, & Group Analyst with many years’ experience working as a Psychotherapist in mental health services in the NHS, and in drug rehabilitation services in West London. I was lead for the Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) Service in Somerset NHS Trust, before moving to Devon to take up work as a Psychotherapist in a Specialist Therapeutic Community within the Personality Disorder Service. I worked there for 10 years, and then as Professional Lead at The Haldon Specialist Eating Disorder Service.
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Fee Jane Cockings
Counsellor, MBACP
Dawlish EX7
I have over 20 years of successfully supporting people beyond issues of mental distress, and unhelpful patterns: Overcoming depression, reducing anxiety, repairing and renewing relationships, building self esteem, overcoming a mental health diagnosis,including personality disorders.
Do you want to journey towards your optimum mental health and wellbeing; to discover newfound inner resources? I am passionate about supporting you towards the future you wish to create for yourself .
I have over 20 years of successfully supporting people beyond issues of mental distress, and unhelpful patterns: Overcoming depression, reducing anxiety, repairing and renewing relationships, building self esteem, overcoming a mental health diagnosis,including personality disorders.
Do you want to journey towards your optimum mental health and wellbeing; to discover newfound inner resources? I am passionate about supporting you towards the future you wish to create for yourself .
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Ian Scott
Psychologist, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
I have worked in the NHS for over 20 years and I realise that therapy can be a new and unusual approach for people. I often work with folk who are finding things hard, and need a neutral form of support. I can offer direct support, teaching and practice in cognitive and behavioural techniques, or relaxation and mindfulness ideas to help. The goals that a person wants to work towards might be crystal clear to them, or they might refine these as we work together.
I have worked in the NHS for over 20 years and I realise that therapy can be a new and unusual approach for people. I often work with folk who are finding things hard, and need a neutral form of support. I can offer direct support, teaching and practice in cognitive and behavioural techniques, or relaxation and mindfulness ideas to help. The goals that a person wants to work towards might be crystal clear to them, or they might refine these as we work together.
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Photo of Dr Agnieszka Agnes Zalewska - Dr Agnieszka (Agnes) Zalewska, Psychoanalysis, Psychotherapist, PhD, BPC
I am an accredited psychoanalytic psychotherapist, training psychoanalytic psychotherapist approved by the leading providers of training in psychodynamic and psychoanalytic psychotherapy, and a supervisor. I offer a non-judgmental space to talk and think, for how long it is needed, with the minimum frequency of 1-3 sessions per week.
I am an accredited psychoanalytic psychotherapist, training psychoanalytic psychotherapist approved by the leading providers of training in psychodynamic and psychoanalytic psychotherapy, and a supervisor. I offer a non-judgmental space to talk and think, for how long it is needed, with the minimum frequency of 1-3 sessions per week.
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Clare Burke
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Ashburton TQ13
As human beings we naturally at times feel overwhelmed, stuck, depressed, anxious, sad, fearful and lost. Therapy within the safety of a trusting therapeutic relationship can be transformative. I'm an experienced integrative therapist treating mental distress in the many ways it shows up. I work with attachment informed EMDR and Internal Family Systems, both evidence based models, and I am here to walk alongside you as we seek your way out of the discomfort you find yourself in, enabling you to live a full life in this present moment.
As human beings we naturally at times feel overwhelmed, stuck, depressed, anxious, sad, fearful and lost. Therapy within the safety of a trusting therapeutic relationship can be transformative. I'm an experienced integrative therapist treating mental distress in the many ways it shows up. I work with attachment informed EMDR and Internal Family Systems, both evidence based models, and I am here to walk alongside you as we seek your way out of the discomfort you find yourself in, enabling you to live a full life in this present moment.
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Helen Catherine Breach
Counsellor, PsychD, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Exeter EX1
You may be struggling with relationships, often feeling rejected or misunderstood. You might live with anxiety, carry guilt even when you’ve done nothing wrong, or notice familiar patterns of self-doubt or low mood returning. You’re looking for a supportive, collaborative space to make sense of what’s happening and to focus on meaningful change. Through thoughtful, time-focused work, your aim is to feel more confident, connected, and at ease — both within yourself and in your relationships.
You may be struggling with relationships, often feeling rejected or misunderstood. You might live with anxiety, carry guilt even when you’ve done nothing wrong, or notice familiar patterns of self-doubt or low mood returning. You’re looking for a supportive, collaborative space to make sense of what’s happening and to focus on meaningful change. Through thoughtful, time-focused work, your aim is to feel more confident, connected, and at ease — both within yourself and in your relationships.
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Photo of Renee Norris - Renee Norris Counselling, 1-2-1, Couples & 13+, Counsellor, MBACP
I am trained and qualified in helping clients with a variety of problems from depression and anxiety to Personality Disorders.
Clients generally come to me when they are struggling with some aspect of their emotions, thoughts or behaviour. My aim is to help my client with accepting or changing some aspect of these three areas. Every client comes with unique issues and from my seat I view the issues as one, "a block in the road to wellness". I am keenly aware that all clients come with individual goals and I am here to help. Many of my clients use the phrase “I just want to feel better". This is my hope for everyone who engages with me in therapy. “TO FEEL BETTER” I offer confidentiality, openness and transparency at all times.
I am trained and qualified in helping clients with a variety of problems from depression and anxiety to Personality Disorders.
Clients generally come to me when they are struggling with some aspect of their emotions, thoughts or behaviour. My aim is to help my client with accepting or changing some aspect of these three areas. Every client comes with unique issues and from my seat I view the issues as one, "a block in the road to wellness". I am keenly aware that all clients come with individual goals and I am here to help. Many of my clients use the phrase “I just want to feel better". This is my hope for everyone who engages with me in therapy. “TO FEEL BETTER” I offer confidentiality, openness and transparency at all times.
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Adam Smith
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
Serves Area
My own journey to becoming a therapist began with the need to make sense of my own situations and self. The beliefs I had about myself and the world as I saw it, and the beliefs I had about how the world saw me. I bring lived experience of managing mental challenges and addictions. I understand that our unique life experiences shape how we think, feel, and relate to the world and one another. Amazing things unfold when humans, together, face the problems of living with openness and kindness and without pressure to perform. This is the essence of therapy.
My own journey to becoming a therapist began with the need to make sense of my own situations and self. The beliefs I had about myself and the world as I saw it, and the beliefs I had about how the world saw me. I bring lived experience of managing mental challenges and addictions. I understand that our unique life experiences shape how we think, feel, and relate to the world and one another. Amazing things unfold when humans, together, face the problems of living with openness and kindness and without pressure to perform. This is the essence of therapy.
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Ross Stephenson
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
My particular areas of therapeutic experience are working with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, past traumas, and personality disorders.
The particular strength of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy is its focus on resolving what underlies the difficulties you are experiencing, in order to effect real and lasting change in your life.
My particular areas of therapeutic experience are working with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, past traumas, and personality disorders.
The particular strength of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy is its focus on resolving what underlies the difficulties you are experiencing, in order to effect real and lasting change in your life.
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Robyn Dale
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
As a warm and approachable BACP Accredited Integrative Counsellor and Clinical Supervisor based in Paignton, I offer a safe, supportive space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Together, we’ll work to understand any patterns that may be affecting you and find ways to create positive change. My approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and a deep commitment to your well-being, helping to build a trusting relationship that supports your growth and healing.
As a warm and approachable BACP Accredited Integrative Counsellor and Clinical Supervisor based in Paignton, I offer a safe, supportive space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Together, we’ll work to understand any patterns that may be affecting you and find ways to create positive change. My approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and a deep commitment to your well-being, helping to build a trusting relationship that supports your growth and healing.
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Katharine J Pidwell
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I work with a wide variety of issues from historical abuse, relationship breakdown/couples, depression, anxiety, trauma, intrusive thoughts, personality disorders, eating disorders Neurodiversity and many more.
I'm a BACP Registered and NCPS Acc Counsellor/ Psychotherapist & Supervisor with over 12 years experience, currently working in private practice. I'm passionate about making better mental health something accessible for all. Resourcing and facilitating people live their lives emotionally healthy. I've experience of and do work with a vast array of mental health issues, but seeing the person holistically rather than as a 'mental health condition' is so important in how I work. Any queries or questions please do contact me
I work with a wide variety of issues from historical abuse, relationship breakdown/couples, depression, anxiety, trauma, intrusive thoughts, personality disorders, eating disorders Neurodiversity and many more.
I'm a BACP Registered and NCPS Acc Counsellor/ Psychotherapist & Supervisor with over 12 years experience, currently working in private practice. I'm passionate about making better mental health something accessible for all. Resourcing and facilitating people live their lives emotionally healthy. I've experience of and do work with a vast array of mental health issues, but seeing the person holistically rather than as a 'mental health condition' is so important in how I work. Any queries or questions please do contact me
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Dr Anthony Wharton
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I provide a range of evidence based psychotherapies to alleviate psychological distress in Devon, my main approach being Intensive Short Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP). Intensive Short term Dynamic Psychotherapy is a highly effective form of psychodynamic psychotherapy designed to help you get to the heart of the matter quickly, and resolve issues fast. The approach is emotion focussed; a relational therapy that can address a wide range of ongoing problems or symptoms. ISTDP is particularly useful in attending to internal conflicts that can arise from interpersonal relationships.
I provide a range of evidence based psychotherapies to alleviate psychological distress in Devon, my main approach being Intensive Short Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP). Intensive Short term Dynamic Psychotherapy is a highly effective form of psychodynamic psychotherapy designed to help you get to the heart of the matter quickly, and resolve issues fast. The approach is emotion focussed; a relational therapy that can address a wide range of ongoing problems or symptoms. ISTDP is particularly useful in attending to internal conflicts that can arise from interpersonal relationships.
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Victoria Clare Lumby
Counsellor, MBACP
There are so many reasons why you might be looking for a counsellor/therapist; anxiety, sadness, relationships, abuse, trauma, low self-esteem, bereavement and loss etc or just wanting to understand yourself. As a counsellor I offer a neutral compassionate non-judgemental place where you will be safe to speak, think, explore, be listened to and heard in order to help you make sense of what's going on and enable you to learn the tools to help you make the changes you want and need. In our first appointment I will listen to what you bring and we can then decide together how to move forward together.
There are so many reasons why you might be looking for a counsellor/therapist; anxiety, sadness, relationships, abuse, trauma, low self-esteem, bereavement and loss etc or just wanting to understand yourself. As a counsellor I offer a neutral compassionate non-judgemental place where you will be safe to speak, think, explore, be listened to and heard in order to help you make sense of what's going on and enable you to learn the tools to help you make the changes you want and need. In our first appointment I will listen to what you bring and we can then decide together how to move forward together.
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Dawn Butler
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Torquay TQ2
I am a fully qualified (Accredited) Integrative Counsellor/Psychotherapist and Supervisor I work from my private practice in Paignton providing a warm, safe, secure and confidential environment. I like to work in a relational way with empathy, honesty and regard for all clients. I see counselling as a collaborative process in which clients bring their experiences to me and I bring my awareness and knowledge to explore the specific needs of individuals. Being an integrative counsellor means that I use various styles and techniques that I can adapt and develop to help clients discover healthy strategies for coping.
I am a fully qualified (Accredited) Integrative Counsellor/Psychotherapist and Supervisor I work from my private practice in Paignton providing a warm, safe, secure and confidential environment. I like to work in a relational way with empathy, honesty and regard for all clients. I see counselling as a collaborative process in which clients bring their experiences to me and I bring my awareness and knowledge to explore the specific needs of individuals. Being an integrative counsellor means that I use various styles and techniques that I can adapt and develop to help clients discover healthy strategies for coping.
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Newid Integrated Counselling & Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Tiverton EX16
Newid pronounced "Nowed" is Welsh for change. I chose this name not only to reflect my heritage but also to reflect that change is the only constant in life. We all travel with it, yet all our experiences can be profoundly different. I believe that counselling is a collaborative process in which we work together on what you want to change or explore in a safe non-judgemental environment. I offer an integrative approach where we work side-by-side to understand your past and help you discover new ways of coping and moving forward. I recognise that courage is not fearless and making the 1st step can be challenging in it's self.
Newid pronounced "Nowed" is Welsh for change. I chose this name not only to reflect my heritage but also to reflect that change is the only constant in life. We all travel with it, yet all our experiences can be profoundly different. I believe that counselling is a collaborative process in which we work together on what you want to change or explore in a safe non-judgemental environment. I offer an integrative approach where we work side-by-side to understand your past and help you discover new ways of coping and moving forward. I recognise that courage is not fearless and making the 1st step can be challenging in it's self.
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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.