Personality Disorders Counselling in Gosport

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Kat Hampson
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Gosport PO12
I have experience working with clients with a wide variety of issues, such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, bereavement, self-harm, relationship issues, domestic abuse, weight loss, chronic pain, and PTSD. Some clients have a good understanding of their issues and what they want to achieve, whereas others are not so sure and want help to find these things out. Whilst some issues are fairly clear cut, others can be more complex and have been present for a long time. Regardless of this, all of my clients have wanted to make changes that will improve their situation and help them to enjoy life.
I have experience working with clients with a wide variety of issues, such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, bereavement, self-harm, relationship issues, domestic abuse, weight loss, chronic pain, and PTSD. Some clients have a good understanding of their issues and what they want to achieve, whereas others are not so sure and want help to find these things out. Whilst some issues are fairly clear cut, others can be more complex and have been present for a long time. Regardless of this, all of my clients have wanted to make changes that will improve their situation and help them to enjoy life.
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Pamela Lorraine Potter
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Gosport PO12
Developing a deeper understanding of your own emotions, behaviour patterns or thoughts is the key to making positive life changes and through a trusting relationship with the right counsellor you can achieve that understanding. I am a qualified, experienced psychotherapist and offer an understanding, confidential and non-judgemental environment within which you can explore uncomfortable or painful aspects of your life. I think that finding the right counsellor is like shopping for the right pair of shoes: you may have to try a few before you find the perfect fit. For this reason I do offer a free initial 45 minute consultation.
Developing a deeper understanding of your own emotions, behaviour patterns or thoughts is the key to making positive life changes and through a trusting relationship with the right counsellor you can achieve that understanding. I am a qualified, experienced psychotherapist and offer an understanding, confidential and non-judgemental environment within which you can explore uncomfortable or painful aspects of your life. I think that finding the right counsellor is like shopping for the right pair of shoes: you may have to try a few before you find the perfect fit. For this reason I do offer a free initial 45 minute consultation.
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Greenleaves Psychological Services
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Online Only
Your past is something you desperately want to forget. You have done your utmost to push it all out of your mind and just get on with your life. But no matter how hard you try, those awful thoughts and feelings follow you wherever you go, catching you out when you least expect it. You feel trapped, powerless to change any of this. You feel out of control, unable to manage the stress in your body. And every time those images pop into your mind, you feel ashamed and guilty. There is this voice inside you telling you you should have done something more, something else. Then it would have all been different.
Your past is something you desperately want to forget. You have done your utmost to push it all out of your mind and just get on with your life. But no matter how hard you try, those awful thoughts and feelings follow you wherever you go, catching you out when you least expect it. You feel trapped, powerless to change any of this. You feel out of control, unable to manage the stress in your body. And every time those images pop into your mind, you feel ashamed and guilty. There is this voice inside you telling you you should have done something more, something else. Then it would have all been different.
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Dr Kevin Scott
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Online Only
Many people have had an experience of therapy in the past and it has not produced the results they wanted. This in part can be due to the person going to see a therapist who is trained in one specific therapeutic modality (approach), who then tries to make the client fit that one approach. Collaboratively, we will work together to help you feel better, happier, more in control and confident in who you are as a person. As you begin to understand yourself and why you do things more, this will open you up to greater awareness in all parts of your life; home, work and relationships.
Many people have had an experience of therapy in the past and it has not produced the results they wanted. This in part can be due to the person going to see a therapist who is trained in one specific therapeutic modality (approach), who then tries to make the client fit that one approach. Collaboratively, we will work together to help you feel better, happier, more in control and confident in who you are as a person. As you begin to understand yourself and why you do things more, this will open you up to greater awareness in all parts of your life; home, work and relationships.
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Ewelina Janiak
Psychotherapist, MRes, MBACP
Gosport PO12
I am a psychologist and integrative psychotherapist, and a member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy). I work from an integrative approach, drawing from various modalities including psychodynamic, systemic, cognitive-behavioural, Gestalt, and body-oriented psychotherapy. I continue to learn and apply a wide range of methods to support clients with diverse needs in the most effective and time-sensitive manner possible. Among my most significant professional trainings—besides my main four-year course—are those focused on trauma therapy and somatic approaches, which I integrate into my daily practice.
I am a psychologist and integrative psychotherapist, and a member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy). I work from an integrative approach, drawing from various modalities including psychodynamic, systemic, cognitive-behavioural, Gestalt, and body-oriented psychotherapy. I continue to learn and apply a wide range of methods to support clients with diverse needs in the most effective and time-sensitive manner possible. Among my most significant professional trainings—besides my main four-year course—are those focused on trauma therapy and somatic approaches, which I integrate into my daily practice.
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Natalia Hallam
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Are you struggling with a difficulty in your life and need help to find a way forward? Hello I'm Natalia Hallam, I am committed to making a difference to my clients lives and offer a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental therapy service based in central Fareham. I have successfully worked with clients enabling them to overcome many issues, including; anxiety, bullying, bereavement and loss, depression, disordered eating, family and relationship issues, self-harm and suicidal thoughts, and stress. I am also highly experienced in helping clients to recover from the emotional distress caused by abuse, rape and domestic violence.
Are you struggling with a difficulty in your life and need help to find a way forward? Hello I'm Natalia Hallam, I am committed to making a difference to my clients lives and offer a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental therapy service based in central Fareham. I have successfully worked with clients enabling them to overcome many issues, including; anxiety, bullying, bereavement and loss, depression, disordered eating, family and relationship issues, self-harm and suicidal thoughts, and stress. I am also highly experienced in helping clients to recover from the emotional distress caused by abuse, rape and domestic violence.
07783 058343 View 07783 058343
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Natalie Anne Wilcox
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
My approach to therapy involves working with you to help you live a more fulfilled life, create choice, and achieve greater freedom from distressing emotions. Therapeutic work allows for expression of emotions that may be distressing in response to life events and/or relationships past/present, in a supportive environment. I work in a way that is relational, considering two person interaction - emotions in external relationships can be explored together with feelings in the present moment. The therapeutic process enables development of trust and safety, and connection with self and other, an essential facet of human growth,
My approach to therapy involves working with you to help you live a more fulfilled life, create choice, and achieve greater freedom from distressing emotions. Therapeutic work allows for expression of emotions that may be distressing in response to life events and/or relationships past/present, in a supportive environment. I work in a way that is relational, considering two person interaction - emotions in external relationships can be explored together with feelings in the present moment. The therapeutic process enables development of trust and safety, and connection with self and other, an essential facet of human growth,
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Helen-Melissa Crew
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Are you feeling anxious, unhappy or stressed? Is life feeling overwhelming? Perhaps you are feeling stuck or struggling in your relationship? Or you need assistance to overcome anxiety, panic attacks, depression, are navigating ADHD, suffering low self-esteem or are experiencing work or family difficulties? Whatever your reason for counselling, whether it's big or small... get in touch to see how I can help. I am a fully qualified BACP Counsellor and Psychotherapist offering a professional, confidential and supportive Counselling Service to Couples and Individuals in central Fareham.
Are you feeling anxious, unhappy or stressed? Is life feeling overwhelming? Perhaps you are feeling stuck or struggling in your relationship? Or you need assistance to overcome anxiety, panic attacks, depression, are navigating ADHD, suffering low self-esteem or are experiencing work or family difficulties? Whatever your reason for counselling, whether it's big or small... get in touch to see how I can help. I am a fully qualified BACP Counsellor and Psychotherapist offering a professional, confidential and supportive Counselling Service to Couples and Individuals in central Fareham.
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Fresh Start Psychological Services Ltd
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
With previous extensive NHS experience as a therapist, supervisor, and manager, I am a very passionate, compassionate, authentic, and experienced childhood trauma specialist. I specialize in early life trauma and any other forms of PSTD/trauma. I work with both adults & children (from 13 years old), struggling with all forms of anxiety and depression. Therapy can really help alleviate distressing symptoms and find a better way of managing difficult situations. It may be that anxiety has triggered difficult memories and caused depression symptoms. I use an individualized approach delivered with compassion and understanding
With previous extensive NHS experience as a therapist, supervisor, and manager, I am a very passionate, compassionate, authentic, and experienced childhood trauma specialist. I specialize in early life trauma and any other forms of PSTD/trauma. I work with both adults & children (from 13 years old), struggling with all forms of anxiety and depression. Therapy can really help alleviate distressing symptoms and find a better way of managing difficult situations. It may be that anxiety has triggered difficult memories and caused depression symptoms. I use an individualized approach delivered with compassion and understanding
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Niki Reeves
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Our earliest relationships have an effect on the relationship we have with ourselves, with those who are important to us, with society, and the wider world in which we live. If carers are unable to give the care that met our changing needs in childhood, if our parents were unable to attune to us, our emotional resilience can be insufficient. Now grown we can feel we list from one crisis to another, have relationships that cause unhappiness and feel life is really difficult and everything goes wrong. Our defence mechanisms, once vital for survival, are now additional problems that can make life almost too difficult to bear.
Our earliest relationships have an effect on the relationship we have with ourselves, with those who are important to us, with society, and the wider world in which we live. If carers are unable to give the care that met our changing needs in childhood, if our parents were unable to attune to us, our emotional resilience can be insufficient. Now grown we can feel we list from one crisis to another, have relationships that cause unhappiness and feel life is really difficult and everything goes wrong. Our defence mechanisms, once vital for survival, are now additional problems that can make life almost too difficult to bear.
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Ingrid Maria Beare
Psychologist, MA, GMBPsS
I have over 20 years of experience providing Psychotherapy in Spanish and English intenationally. I offer sessions in both languages via telephone, on-line or face to face in London
I have over 20 years of experience providing Psychotherapy in Spanish and English intenationally. I offer sessions in both languages via telephone, on-line or face to face in London
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Tom Bonser
Psychologist, HCPC - Forensic Psych.
Emsworth PO10
I am experienced in working with adults who present with a range of psychological difficulties, including personality disorders, trauma, self-harm, anger management and suicidal ideation.
I am a HCPC Registered Psychologist and a Chartered member and Associate Fellow of the BPS. I am an Advanced Accredited Schema Therapist who specialises in one to one therapy with adults. I often integrate different therapeutic models to best support individuals , particularly Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I am a warm and compassionate psychologist with over 15 years of experience who aims to provide a space for you to feel safe to share your experiences and to work collaboratively to help you progress towards your therapeutic goals.
I am experienced in working with adults who present with a range of psychological difficulties, including personality disorders, trauma, self-harm, anger management and suicidal ideation.
I am a HCPC Registered Psychologist and a Chartered member and Associate Fellow of the BPS. I am an Advanced Accredited Schema Therapist who specialises in one to one therapy with adults. I often integrate different therapeutic models to best support individuals , particularly Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I am a warm and compassionate psychologist with over 15 years of experience who aims to provide a space for you to feel safe to share your experiences and to work collaboratively to help you progress towards your therapeutic goals.
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Rebecca Ker
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Rebecca is a professional psychologist offering integrative therapy. She has experience of working within a range of services within the NHS and charitable organisations both in the UK and abroad. Rebecca's doctorate level training involved a broad range of therapies and presentations. At the heart of her practice is a positive attitude towards individual difference. Rebecca specialises in offering working in an affirmative way with neurodivergent individuals, and those who experience recurring difficulties. She also leads a neurodevelopmental diagnostic clinic with a multi-disciplinary team.
Rebecca is a professional psychologist offering integrative therapy. She has experience of working within a range of services within the NHS and charitable organisations both in the UK and abroad. Rebecca's doctorate level training involved a broad range of therapies and presentations. At the heart of her practice is a positive attitude towards individual difference. Rebecca specialises in offering working in an affirmative way with neurodivergent individuals, and those who experience recurring difficulties. She also leads a neurodevelopmental diagnostic clinic with a multi-disciplinary team.
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The Strength Within Counselling
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward. Perhaps past experiences are still affecting you, or the anxiety about the future is making it hard to stay in the present. You don't have to navigate this on your own. I offer a safe, supportive space where we can explore what's going on for you at your pace. Together, we can make sense of your experiences, build coping strategies, and help you move forward towards the life you want.
You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward. Perhaps past experiences are still affecting you, or the anxiety about the future is making it hard to stay in the present. You don't have to navigate this on your own. I offer a safe, supportive space where we can explore what's going on for you at your pace. Together, we can make sense of your experiences, build coping strategies, and help you move forward towards the life you want.
01425 206738 View 01425 206738
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Jonathan Mitchell
Counsellor, BACP
As a person-centred therapist I believe in the power of open and non-judgemental space to explore ourselves. Answers come when we understand the questions we're asking. I'm here alongside you in that process by understanding and supporting you. I have had experience in multiple areas including addiction, trauma, depression, anxiety, low mood and homelessness.
As a person-centred therapist I believe in the power of open and non-judgemental space to explore ourselves. Answers come when we understand the questions we're asking. I'm here alongside you in that process by understanding and supporting you. I have had experience in multiple areas including addiction, trauma, depression, anxiety, low mood and homelessness.
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Csilla Varga
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Serves Area
Hi, my name is Csilla, I am a qualified counsellor, I welcome you in a safe and confidential space to work with me either in person or online. Whatever is that you are going through, whether you are feeling anxious, depressed or if you are experiencing problems or difficulties either in your personal life or at work, we can explore these safely and confidentially. In therapy every feeling, thought or sensation you might feel is welcome.
Hi, my name is Csilla, I am a qualified counsellor, I welcome you in a safe and confidential space to work with me either in person or online. Whatever is that you are going through, whether you are feeling anxious, depressed or if you are experiencing problems or difficulties either in your personal life or at work, we can explore these safely and confidentially. In therapy every feeling, thought or sensation you might feel is welcome.
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Tom Lecocq
Counsellor, UKCP Trainee
Accepting NEW Patients NOW - Are you Feeling stuck? Let’s find a way forward. You’ve worked hard. Built a career. Handled life’s responsibilities. Yet deep down, something isn’t right. Maybe you feel trapped in a draining job. Maybe self-doubt, stress, or relationship struggles are piling up. Or maybe you just don’t recognise yourself anymore. Sometimes, it’s hard to name exactly what’s wrong—you simply know something needs to change. That feeling is worth listening to. Whether you’re navigating a career transition, facing a midlife crisis, or caught in patterns that no longer serve you, you don’t have to figure it out alone.
Accepting NEW Patients NOW - Are you Feeling stuck? Let’s find a way forward. You’ve worked hard. Built a career. Handled life’s responsibilities. Yet deep down, something isn’t right. Maybe you feel trapped in a draining job. Maybe self-doubt, stress, or relationship struggles are piling up. Or maybe you just don’t recognise yourself anymore. Sometimes, it’s hard to name exactly what’s wrong—you simply know something needs to change. That feeling is worth listening to. Whether you’re navigating a career transition, facing a midlife crisis, or caught in patterns that no longer serve you, you don’t have to figure it out alone.
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Rodney Dee
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
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.
01252 988513 View 01252 988513
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Clarendon Psychotherapy and Counselling
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Romsey SO51
My Adult clients (18+) include those from the LGBTQ+ and BAME communities and those with personality disorders.
As a relational humanistic psychotherapist trained to use EMDR to process trauma, I specialise in creating a warm and safe, non-judgmental and empathic space where clients are able to explore any difficult thoughts, feelings and behaviours that are getting in the way of healthy living, gaining insight into how to go forward. Oftentimes having suffered trauma such as a loss or bereavement, perhaps a divorce or other confusing relationship issues in the distant past, we become blocked, needing effective strategies and techniques to continue. I work both online on Zoom or face to face, in both short and long term settings.
My Adult clients (18+) include those from the LGBTQ+ and BAME communities and those with personality disorders.
As a relational humanistic psychotherapist trained to use EMDR to process trauma, I specialise in creating a warm and safe, non-judgmental and empathic space where clients are able to explore any difficult thoughts, feelings and behaviours that are getting in the way of healthy living, gaining insight into how to go forward. Oftentimes having suffered trauma such as a loss or bereavement, perhaps a divorce or other confusing relationship issues in the distant past, we become blocked, needing effective strategies and techniques to continue. I work both online on Zoom or face to face, in both short and long term settings.
020 4538 0602 View 020 4538 0602
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Dr Iwona Scollard
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MUKCP
Dr Scollard provides expert therapy services to address a variety of mental health concerns, including: - Anxiety - Depression - Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) - Phobias - Personality Disorders - Bereavement
Dr Iwona Scollard is a registered Counselling Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and a chartered member of the British Psychological Society (BPS). She is also a UKCP Registered Integrative Psychotherapist and a Clinical and Research Supervisor. Dr Scollard works across a range of mental health settings, serving as a Counselling Psychologist at the Priory, the NHS, and in private practice. In addition to her clinical work, she is a senior lecturer at the Metanoia Institute.
Dr Scollard provides expert therapy services to address a variety of mental health concerns, including: - Anxiety - Depression - Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) - Phobias - Personality Disorders - Bereavement
Dr Iwona Scollard is a registered Counselling Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and a chartered member of the British Psychological Society (BPS). She is also a UKCP Registered Integrative Psychotherapist and a Clinical and Research Supervisor. Dr Scollard works across a range of mental health settings, serving as a Counselling Psychologist at the Priory, the NHS, and in private practice. In addition to her clinical work, she is a senior lecturer at the Metanoia Institute.
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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.