Personality Disorders Counselling in Godalming
Hi, I'm a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with 13 + years of experience working in various NHS trusts and in private health care, delivering evidence-based interventions for those diagnosed with a variety of mental health conditions. Alongside Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, I am also a qualified Mental Health Nurse and Homeopath.
Hi, I'm a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with 13 + years of experience working in various NHS trusts and in private health care, delivering evidence-based interventions for those diagnosed with a variety of mental health conditions. Alongside Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, I am also a qualified Mental Health Nurse and Homeopath.
I consider myself to be a warm, caring and approachable person. I know that coming for counselling takes great courage and I will do my utmost to help you feel at ease. I trained in an integrative approach to counselling, this allows me to tailor therapy, to meet each individual client's needs. I believe that people are unique human beings, who have the potential to make the most of their lives. I have considerable experience of working with nervous illness including, anxiety, depression, OCD, diversity, age related issues and also a wide range of personal problems and relationship problems.
I consider myself to be a warm, caring and approachable person. I know that coming for counselling takes great courage and I will do my utmost to help you feel at ease. I trained in an integrative approach to counselling, this allows me to tailor therapy, to meet each individual client's needs. I believe that people are unique human beings, who have the potential to make the most of their lives. I have considerable experience of working with nervous illness including, anxiety, depression, OCD, diversity, age related issues and also a wide range of personal problems and relationship problems.
I help people reconnect with themselves, so they can feel their best in their bodies, in their relationships, and their lives. I work with those seeking more – more clarity, more connection, more meaning. Together, we’ll explore the patterns that have shaped your life, helping you make meaningful change.
I believe our symptoms often hold important messages. With the right support, they can guide powerful growth. I bring deep expertise and lived experience to help you reconnect with your inner compass so that you can embrace a life full of authentic connection and possibility, showing up fully for yourself and those you love.
I help people reconnect with themselves, so they can feel their best in their bodies, in their relationships, and their lives. I work with those seeking more – more clarity, more connection, more meaning. Together, we’ll explore the patterns that have shaped your life, helping you make meaningful change.
I believe our symptoms often hold important messages. With the right support, they can guide powerful growth. I bring deep expertise and lived experience to help you reconnect with your inner compass so that you can embrace a life full of authentic connection and possibility, showing up fully for yourself and those you love.
You may be living in the aftermath of psychological trauma/complex trauma, or maybe you are unsure about it.
Self-loathe, loneliness needed and hurting; a sense of guilt, fear; hiding or being aggressive, difficult connection to yourself and others, addiction, dissociations, DID, amnesia, a loss of your sense of self, anxiety and sadness, difficulties with sleeping, eating . . .
This nis not your personality. This is surviving what others did to you.
This is the core of my training and of my work.
Together, we can approach this.
I am trained with researchers and clinicians, mainly from the USA; specialised in complex traumas
You may be living in the aftermath of psychological trauma/complex trauma, or maybe you are unsure about it.
Self-loathe, loneliness needed and hurting; a sense of guilt, fear; hiding or being aggressive, difficult connection to yourself and others, addiction, dissociations, DID, amnesia, a loss of your sense of self, anxiety and sadness, difficulties with sleeping, eating . . .
This nis not your personality. This is surviving what others did to you.
This is the core of my training and of my work.
Together, we can approach this.
I am trained with researchers and clinicians, mainly from the USA; specialised in complex traumas
We can all have difficulties in everyday life and encounter problems that we simply find hard to cope with alone. You may feel worried, anxious, low, confused, isolated or may be experience difficulties in relationships. You may be suffering from feelings of low self esteem or low self confidence. You may have been diagnosed with anxiety, generalised anxiety disorder, depression, or maybe you are just feeling sad. When these feelings and thoughts persist and become overwhelming it may be difficult to know which way to turn.
We can all have difficulties in everyday life and encounter problems that we simply find hard to cope with alone. You may feel worried, anxious, low, confused, isolated or may be experience difficulties in relationships. You may be suffering from feelings of low self esteem or low self confidence. You may have been diagnosed with anxiety, generalised anxiety disorder, depression, or maybe you are just feeling sad. When these feelings and thoughts persist and become overwhelming it may be difficult to know which way to turn.
I am a Counsellor, Psychotherapist, trauma therapist. I also provide EMDR and Beep Brain Reorienting (DBR) therapy for trauma processing. I am registered & accredited member of the BACP. My primary way of working aims to work with the individual as a whole, through helping the client understand their thought and emotional processes and reprocesses stuck traumas whilst working on creative better relationships with the parts of themselves. I work with several difficulties, however, I do specialise in trauma work. Being a trauma therapist, I do specialise in PTSD, CPTSD, BPD/EUPD and dissociative responses including DID.
I am a Counsellor, Psychotherapist, trauma therapist. I also provide EMDR and Beep Brain Reorienting (DBR) therapy for trauma processing. I am registered & accredited member of the BACP. My primary way of working aims to work with the individual as a whole, through helping the client understand their thought and emotional processes and reprocesses stuck traumas whilst working on creative better relationships with the parts of themselves. I work with several difficulties, however, I do specialise in trauma work. Being a trauma therapist, I do specialise in PTSD, CPTSD, BPD/EUPD and dissociative responses including DID.
I offer psychological therapy to adults and adolescents (aged 13 and above). I have over 17 years experience as a therapist working in senior roles in the NHS and in my private practice. My focus is on trying to help people grow and thrive in moving towards what they value in life and become more themselves. I have experience of being alongside people in helping them navigate a variety of difficulties, including depression, anxiety, anger, low self-worth, shame, relationship problems, gender dysphoria, trauma, self-harm, substance misuse, eating difficulties, personality difficulties, psychosis, and bipolar affective disorder.
I offer psychological therapy to adults and adolescents (aged 13 and above). I have over 17 years experience as a therapist working in senior roles in the NHS and in my private practice. My focus is on trying to help people grow and thrive in moving towards what they value in life and become more themselves. I have experience of being alongside people in helping them navigate a variety of difficulties, including depression, anxiety, anger, low self-worth, shame, relationship problems, gender dysphoria, trauma, self-harm, substance misuse, eating difficulties, personality difficulties, psychosis, and bipolar affective disorder.
Hello my name is May. I am a widely experienced and accredited professional psychotherapist who is passionate about mental health, working both privately and in the NHS since 2013. Initially I offer a 20min free informal phone call to discuss your current concerns and answer any questions you may have. But whatever your individual background and circumstances, psychotherapy can help you develop greater self-awareness and a deeper understanding of your relationship with others, face some difficult thoughts and feelings, feel less overwhelmed by your concerns and fears, and support you in making choices and decisions.
Hello my name is May. I am a widely experienced and accredited professional psychotherapist who is passionate about mental health, working both privately and in the NHS since 2013. Initially I offer a 20min free informal phone call to discuss your current concerns and answer any questions you may have. But whatever your individual background and circumstances, psychotherapy can help you develop greater self-awareness and a deeper understanding of your relationship with others, face some difficult thoughts and feelings, feel less overwhelmed by your concerns and fears, and support you in making choices and decisions.
I see that all behaviours such as self-harm, suicide attempts, drinking, drug abuse and other impulsive behaviours have developed as coping strategies to cope with and numb difficult emotions and experiences. These behaviours often act as a plaster to a deeper wound, but just like a plaster they don’t really ever fully heal unless they have time to heal properly. This is the work of therapy to take off the plaster and look more towards the root causes of the behaviour to work out what is going on for you. My instagram page offers an insight to how I work and might be helpful to get a further sense of how I work psychwithemma
I see that all behaviours such as self-harm, suicide attempts, drinking, drug abuse and other impulsive behaviours have developed as coping strategies to cope with and numb difficult emotions and experiences. These behaviours often act as a plaster to a deeper wound, but just like a plaster they don’t really ever fully heal unless they have time to heal properly. This is the work of therapy to take off the plaster and look more towards the root causes of the behaviour to work out what is going on for you. My instagram page offers an insight to how I work and might be helpful to get a further sense of how I work psychwithemma
Many clients are used to being the strong one: coping, caring for others, and pushing through, even when they're struggling inside. They may be experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, burnout, relationship difficulties, loss, or simply feeling stuck and overwhelmed. I offer a non-judgemental, compassionate and practical approach, helping you understand what's keeping you stuck and develop healthier ways of coping. Together, we'll build confidence, improve emotional wellbeing, and help you move forward with greater clarity, resilience and self-compassion.
Many clients are used to being the strong one: coping, caring for others, and pushing through, even when they're struggling inside. They may be experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, burnout, relationship difficulties, loss, or simply feeling stuck and overwhelmed. I offer a non-judgemental, compassionate and practical approach, helping you understand what's keeping you stuck and develop healthier ways of coping. Together, we'll build confidence, improve emotional wellbeing, and help you move forward with greater clarity, resilience and self-compassion.
I am an Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist practising in Guildford, Haslemere, Putney, West London and Private Practice. I offer short or long term therapy and work with adults and the elderly on a one-to-one basis. I provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space, in professional settings and calm surroundings, where you can find solace and privacy. I hold up-to-date Enhanced Disclosure (DBS) for working with the very vulnerable and continue to develop my skills while I undertake a further MSc in Neuroscience.
I am an Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist practising in Guildford, Haslemere, Putney, West London and Private Practice. I offer short or long term therapy and work with adults and the elderly on a one-to-one basis. I provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space, in professional settings and calm surroundings, where you can find solace and privacy. I hold up-to-date Enhanced Disclosure (DBS) for working with the very vulnerable and continue to develop my skills while I undertake a further MSc in Neuroscience.
Starting therapy can be daunting so it’s important that you identify a therapist and an approach to working that feels right for you. As an art psychotherapist, I am open, honest and inclusive with considerable experience supporting children, adolescents and young adults in schools and community settings. My approach to working is psychodynamic - I’m interested in how past events may have affected you, both consciously and unconsciously, influencing the way you think, feel and behave. Should talking about your experiences be too difficult, I may encourage you to try different creative techniques as an alternate means of expression.
Starting therapy can be daunting so it’s important that you identify a therapist and an approach to working that feels right for you. As an art psychotherapist, I am open, honest and inclusive with considerable experience supporting children, adolescents and young adults in schools and community settings. My approach to working is psychodynamic - I’m interested in how past events may have affected you, both consciously and unconsciously, influencing the way you think, feel and behave. Should talking about your experiences be too difficult, I may encourage you to try different creative techniques as an alternate means of expression.
I offer a safe, welcoming space to help you explore how you would like to live your life. I work with adults living with a range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, eating disorders, brain injury, interpersonal and relational difficulties, as well as psychosis. I am also passionate about supporting people through challenging life transitions for example becoming a new parent or starting retirement. I am an integrative clinical psychologist, with my practice drawing on a range of the latest evidence-based therapeutic approaches allowing therapy to be personalised and tailored to your individual needs.
I offer a safe, welcoming space to help you explore how you would like to live your life. I work with adults living with a range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, eating disorders, brain injury, interpersonal and relational difficulties, as well as psychosis. I am also passionate about supporting people through challenging life transitions for example becoming a new parent or starting retirement. I am an integrative clinical psychologist, with my practice drawing on a range of the latest evidence-based therapeutic approaches allowing therapy to be personalised and tailored to your individual needs.
My specialist areas include emotional dysregulation, OCD and personality disorders online and in Surrey and London.
I work using a range of different evidence-based therapies and techniques, including DBT, psychodynamic, CBT, solution focused and MBCT, helping clients to explore past, current or future concerns. I work with different modalities dependent on clients' needs and goals.
My specialist areas include emotional dysregulation, OCD and personality disorders online and in Surrey and London.
I work using a range of different evidence-based therapies and techniques, including DBT, psychodynamic, CBT, solution focused and MBCT, helping clients to explore past, current or future concerns. I work with different modalities dependent on clients' needs and goals.
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I have a particular expertise in personality disorders, such as BPD.
I have 20+ years experience working with clients who have complex mental health needs and a forensic past, and those who are highly sensitive and experience their emotions more intensely than the average person. I support clients who present with a wide range of interpersonal and relationship difficulties, emotion regulation disorders such as BPD, childhood abuse, bereavement and loss, eating disorders, depression and anxiety and suicidal and self-harming behaviours. I offer clients a thorough assessment of their life history as well as identifying current needs and goals, and a clear, well-defined treatment package.
I have a particular expertise in personality disorders, such as BPD.
I have 20+ years experience working with clients who have complex mental health needs and a forensic past, and those who are highly sensitive and experience their emotions more intensely than the average person. I support clients who present with a wide range of interpersonal and relationship difficulties, emotion regulation disorders such as BPD, childhood abuse, bereavement and loss, eating disorders, depression and anxiety and suicidal and self-harming behaviours. I offer clients a thorough assessment of their life history as well as identifying current needs and goals, and a clear, well-defined treatment package.
I am trained in psychoanalysis and I integrate different approaches such as art, music therapy and body awareness work. I prefer to work collaboratively to help us choose the best approach that will meet your needs. I have a high degree of skill and understanding of underlying issues and difficulties.
I am trained in psychoanalysis and I integrate different approaches such as art, music therapy and body awareness work. I prefer to work collaboratively to help us choose the best approach that will meet your needs. I have a high degree of skill and understanding of underlying issues and difficulties.
I am a HCPC registered Forensic Psychologist with over 10 years experience working in specialist mental health settings within the NHS. Much of my work within the NHS has involved working with complex trauma and relationship difficulties. My areas of expertise include trauma/PTSD and associated coping behaviours including addictions, self-harm and other behavioural issues. I will provide a non-judgmental, thoughtful and reflective space in which we can explore current problems and identify patterns of relating.
I am a HCPC registered Forensic Psychologist with over 10 years experience working in specialist mental health settings within the NHS. Much of my work within the NHS has involved working with complex trauma and relationship difficulties. My areas of expertise include trauma/PTSD and associated coping behaviours including addictions, self-harm and other behavioural issues. I will provide a non-judgmental, thoughtful and reflective space in which we can explore current problems and identify patterns of relating.
The focus in my private practice is on difficult relationships be that in the workplace, with friends or romantic relationships. I work with individuals and couples who are in or have been in relationships where there is control, excessive criticism, contempt or betrayal. I work with people who have tended to be more harmed by and those who have caused harm in their relationships. I help people develop a sense of compassion for themselves, building a sense of strength to advocate for their own needs in a constructive way so as to develop genuine, lasting intimacy with others.
The focus in my private practice is on difficult relationships be that in the workplace, with friends or romantic relationships. I work with individuals and couples who are in or have been in relationships where there is control, excessive criticism, contempt or betrayal. I work with people who have tended to be more harmed by and those who have caused harm in their relationships. I help people develop a sense of compassion for themselves, building a sense of strength to advocate for their own needs in a constructive way so as to develop genuine, lasting intimacy with others.
Psychotherapy is about being listened to and seen in a particular way. There is nowhere else in life that offers a time and space to focus on your 'self' - your body and your mind. My Kent practice is in the village of Bridge near Canterbury and is easy to reach.
Psychotherapy is about being listened to and seen in a particular way. There is nowhere else in life that offers a time and space to focus on your 'self' - your body and your mind. My Kent practice is in the village of Bridge near Canterbury and is easy to reach.
Life is a beautiful challenge. We all face adversity in life, whether this manifests as mental or physical illness, trauma, or difficulty coping with day to day experiences. Therapy is not just about treatment or addressing mental illness, it is a tool that we can all use to develop a better understanding of ourselves and our individual lived experience, and to reconnect with the joy in our lives. Therapy can help us identify thinking and behaviour patterns, address past and present traumas, cope with everyday fears and anxieties, and learn ways to better relate to and understand ourselves, our environments, and other people.
Life is a beautiful challenge. We all face adversity in life, whether this manifests as mental or physical illness, trauma, or difficulty coping with day to day experiences. Therapy is not just about treatment or addressing mental illness, it is a tool that we can all use to develop a better understanding of ourselves and our individual lived experience, and to reconnect with the joy in our lives. Therapy can help us identify thinking and behaviour patterns, address past and present traumas, cope with everyday fears and anxieties, and learn ways to better relate to and understand ourselves, our environments, and other people.
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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.