Personality Disorders Counselling in Manchester
What would you like us to talk about?
How can I help?
What needs are you having difficulty in meeting right now?
Are these the sort of questions you find yourself needing to hear? If so, I'd like to talk to you. I'm an experienced psychological therapist trained in a number of forms of therapy including Schema Therapy, DBT and CBT. I focus on building an effective, safe and trusting therapeutic relationship so we can work towards your goal together. I want you to walk from therapy feeling confident you know how manage your problems independently.
What would you like us to talk about?
How can I help?
What needs are you having difficulty in meeting right now?
Are these the sort of questions you find yourself needing to hear? If so, I'd like to talk to you. I'm an experienced psychological therapist trained in a number of forms of therapy including Schema Therapy, DBT and CBT. I focus on building an effective, safe and trusting therapeutic relationship so we can work towards your goal together. I want you to walk from therapy feeling confident you know how manage your problems independently.
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.
I'm Dr Sohbia Shoaib a highly skilled Chartered Psychologist with over 20 years working experience in mental health. In the NHS, forensic and private sector. I am trained in a range of interventions including Schema Therapy, EMDR, DBT and CBT. I have expertise in completing a full range of assessments and interventions for clients who present from mild to severe/ complex mental health problems and psychological presentations e.g., trauma, anxiety, depression, anger, stress, burnout, interpersonal difficulties and emotional dysregulation, personality disorder, substance misuse, bipolar, psychosis.
I'm Dr Sohbia Shoaib a highly skilled Chartered Psychologist with over 20 years working experience in mental health. In the NHS, forensic and private sector. I am trained in a range of interventions including Schema Therapy, EMDR, DBT and CBT. I have expertise in completing a full range of assessments and interventions for clients who present from mild to severe/ complex mental health problems and psychological presentations e.g., trauma, anxiety, depression, anger, stress, burnout, interpersonal difficulties and emotional dysregulation, personality disorder, substance misuse, bipolar, psychosis.
I am committed to supporting people in healing from relational trauma, developmental trauma, childhood trauma and interpersonal trauma of all kinds. Human beings are amazing, remarkable and resilient in our ability to cope with adversity. We often compartmentalise or dissociate what happens to us so we can carry on living. We also turn to all manner of addictions and behaviours that on the surface may seem disordered and destructive yet at the same time they make perfect sense. They protect us, help us to stay in control, help numb the pain, help us to survive, and help communicate our stories.
I am committed to supporting people in healing from relational trauma, developmental trauma, childhood trauma and interpersonal trauma of all kinds. Human beings are amazing, remarkable and resilient in our ability to cope with adversity. We often compartmentalise or dissociate what happens to us so we can carry on living. We also turn to all manner of addictions and behaviours that on the surface may seem disordered and destructive yet at the same time they make perfect sense. They protect us, help us to stay in control, help numb the pain, help us to survive, and help communicate our stories.
With a diverse background in community psychological services, NHS secondary care affective disorder services, specialist eating disorder services, and NeuroDevelopmental Disorder services, I possess a wealth of experience in addressing a wide range of issues, including ADHD, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, emotion dysregulation, borderline disorder, bipolar disorders and trauma. I aim to tailor treatment to meet the specific needs of clients, rather than requiring clients to adapt to a pre-determined model.
With a diverse background in community psychological services, NHS secondary care affective disorder services, specialist eating disorder services, and NeuroDevelopmental Disorder services, I possess a wealth of experience in addressing a wide range of issues, including ADHD, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, emotion dysregulation, borderline disorder, bipolar disorders and trauma. I aim to tailor treatment to meet the specific needs of clients, rather than requiring clients to adapt to a pre-determined model.
I am a warm and passionate Clinical Psychologist with experience of practicing and training in a range of evidence based approaches, including: Psycho-dynamic therapy (exploring past and present interpersonal relationship patterns and impact on current difficulties), CBT, Compassionate Focused Therapy, Mentalisation Based Therapy and EMDR. As an integrative practitioner, I am able offer a flexible and responsive approach to your individual needs. I believe in the importance of providing a therapeutic space, that enables clients to explore their inner world safely and confidentially, acknowledging that it can be hard to seek help.
I am a warm and passionate Clinical Psychologist with experience of practicing and training in a range of evidence based approaches, including: Psycho-dynamic therapy (exploring past and present interpersonal relationship patterns and impact on current difficulties), CBT, Compassionate Focused Therapy, Mentalisation Based Therapy and EMDR. As an integrative practitioner, I am able offer a flexible and responsive approach to your individual needs. I believe in the importance of providing a therapeutic space, that enables clients to explore their inner world safely and confidentially, acknowledging that it can be hard to seek help.
Have you ever felt stuck with your family or work roles? Do the people who are meant to love you unconditionally, frequently hold you back? Do you find yourself constantly feeling the need to apologise for things, then wondering what you have done wrong? Maybe you have felt blamed for things in life and want to explore things further. Or you may feel held back by guilt and regret. I can work with you to explore this through a safe and steady process which looks at patterns across your life and within relationships. This will help you to break free from the restraints of negative approval you may have felt for many years.
Have you ever felt stuck with your family or work roles? Do the people who are meant to love you unconditionally, frequently hold you back? Do you find yourself constantly feeling the need to apologise for things, then wondering what you have done wrong? Maybe you have felt blamed for things in life and want to explore things further. Or you may feel held back by guilt and regret. I can work with you to explore this through a safe and steady process which looks at patterns across your life and within relationships. This will help you to break free from the restraints of negative approval you may have felt for many years.
I enjoy helping people who have reached a point in their life when they're feeling stuck and unable to change the way they feel, behave or react to other people. I'm good at helping people to understand themselves better and to change the way they relate to themselves and other people. I work with a very broad range of problems from persistent anxiety and depression to severe trauma and personality disturbance. I offer appointments to clients living locally to me in West Yorkshire, across the U.K., and in a range of countries across the world.
I enjoy helping people who have reached a point in their life when they're feeling stuck and unable to change the way they feel, behave or react to other people. I'm good at helping people to understand themselves better and to change the way they relate to themselves and other people. I work with a very broad range of problems from persistent anxiety and depression to severe trauma and personality disturbance. I offer appointments to clients living locally to me in West Yorkshire, across the U.K., and in a range of countries across the world.
In-person or online. With over 15 years clinical experience working for many years with complex trauma & PTSD in one of the UK's largest NHS Foundation Trusts. Specialising in addictions and eating disorders. For the last 8 years, I have been in private practice and mostly working with intersectionality, ADHD, PTSD & racial trauma. I also run a monthly group to explore the intersectionality of ethnicity & gender for diverse corporate women creating a safe, welcoming space where you can explore, grow, and thrive. Book a 30 min consultation
In-person or online. With over 15 years clinical experience working for many years with complex trauma & PTSD in one of the UK's largest NHS Foundation Trusts. Specialising in addictions and eating disorders. For the last 8 years, I have been in private practice and mostly working with intersectionality, ADHD, PTSD & racial trauma. I also run a monthly group to explore the intersectionality of ethnicity & gender for diverse corporate women creating a safe, welcoming space where you can explore, grow, and thrive. Book a 30 min consultation
Hi, I'm Dany, a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist based in the North-West. I am dedicated to help you improve your quality of life. I embrace a rich tapestry of therapeutic approaches – CBT, DBT, CFT, ACT, relational etc. – to tailor sessions to honour your unique experiences. Your journey of self-discovery and growth is nurtured in a sensitive space, where I am committed to fostering understanding and wellbeing. Take a step towards celebrating the strength and uniqueness within you, with me as your compassionate companion.
Hi, I'm Dany, a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist based in the North-West. I am dedicated to help you improve your quality of life. I embrace a rich tapestry of therapeutic approaches – CBT, DBT, CFT, ACT, relational etc. – to tailor sessions to honour your unique experiences. Your journey of self-discovery and growth is nurtured in a sensitive space, where I am committed to fostering understanding and wellbeing. Take a step towards celebrating the strength and uniqueness within you, with me as your compassionate companion.
I came to TA after a long time in therapy, which convinced me of the power of talking therapy to enable change. I wanted to learn about T.A as it fits with my values of equality. A core principal is that " I'm OK and You're OK" and I approach my practice in that way. Therapy can be hard work, but there is always the potential for growth, and happiness.
I came to TA after a long time in therapy, which convinced me of the power of talking therapy to enable change. I wanted to learn about T.A as it fits with my values of equality. A core principal is that " I'm OK and You're OK" and I approach my practice in that way. Therapy can be hard work, but there is always the potential for growth, and happiness.
If you are a trauma survivor, I see you. I’m here for you. I provide a safe space to explore what happened to you. Together, we’ll find ways to manage the psychological and physiological distress that is a result of trauma. You are not alone. My collaborative process creates a safe space for you to work through your traumatic experience(s) and come out stronger on the other side. I will empower you to make choices to live your life in accordance with your values and beliefs. I am an inclusive therapist and work with everyone who has experienced trauma, including marginalized and under-represented groups of people.
If you are a trauma survivor, I see you. I’m here for you. I provide a safe space to explore what happened to you. Together, we’ll find ways to manage the psychological and physiological distress that is a result of trauma. You are not alone. My collaborative process creates a safe space for you to work through your traumatic experience(s) and come out stronger on the other side. I will empower you to make choices to live your life in accordance with your values and beliefs. I am an inclusive therapist and work with everyone who has experienced trauma, including marginalized and under-represented groups of people.
I am a psychotherapist on the spectrum with ADHD. I have been late diagnosed, so I can relate to NT and ND. I understand how life-changing it can be for anyone to be diagnosed with Autism. I am helping people who are experiencing detachment, unexplained pain, and lack of stability, along with high levels of emotional distress, mood difficulties, shame, guilt, difficulties with self-esteem, making sense out of a late diagnosis and difficulties in life in general. I offer a non-judgmental, welcoming space where you can find your own solutions and paths to growth and resilience.
I am a psychotherapist on the spectrum with ADHD. I have been late diagnosed, so I can relate to NT and ND. I understand how life-changing it can be for anyone to be diagnosed with Autism. I am helping people who are experiencing detachment, unexplained pain, and lack of stability, along with high levels of emotional distress, mood difficulties, shame, guilt, difficulties with self-esteem, making sense out of a late diagnosis and difficulties in life in general. I offer a non-judgmental, welcoming space where you can find your own solutions and paths to growth and resilience.
Are you struggling with fear, intrusive distressing thoughts, avoidance and generally not living the life that you want? Or are you low, hopeless, self critical and isolating yourself? I can help with these and other mental health difficulties through challenging your thoughts and making some changes to your current behaviours. CBT can also help with improving self-esteem and with overcoming phobias and past trauma. EMDR therapy is a powerful intervention for PTSD and trauma, new studies have also shown its effectiveness with anxiety disorders &grief
Are you struggling with fear, intrusive distressing thoughts, avoidance and generally not living the life that you want? Or are you low, hopeless, self critical and isolating yourself? I can help with these and other mental health difficulties through challenging your thoughts and making some changes to your current behaviours. CBT can also help with improving self-esteem and with overcoming phobias and past trauma. EMDR therapy is a powerful intervention for PTSD and trauma, new studies have also shown its effectiveness with anxiety disorders &grief
People often come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure why certain patterns keep repeating. You may want to feel relief, clearer direction, or simply understand yourself better and feel more in control of your life.
People often come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure why certain patterns keep repeating. You may want to feel relief, clearer direction, or simply understand yourself better and feel more in control of your life.
Are you feeling anxious in social situations? Do you find it hard to stop or control worry? Are you feeling low and stuck in a rut? Or experiencing low self-esteem? Perhaps you’re having panic attacks or intrusive thoughts that are worrying you. Maybe you have experienced a trauma that you’re struggling to process or a phobia you want to overcome. These common difficulties can impact on your enjoyment and achievements in life; leading to patterns of avoidance, procrastinating or a need to be in control.
Are you feeling anxious in social situations? Do you find it hard to stop or control worry? Are you feeling low and stuck in a rut? Or experiencing low self-esteem? Perhaps you’re having panic attacks or intrusive thoughts that are worrying you. Maybe you have experienced a trauma that you’re struggling to process or a phobia you want to overcome. These common difficulties can impact on your enjoyment and achievements in life; leading to patterns of avoidance, procrastinating or a need to be in control.
Starting therapy can be a difficult decision- you may feel desperate and alone but reaching out for help is the most important step on the road to recovery. I am a qualified integrative therapist who advocates for celebrating our uniqueness. The base of my sessions is always Person-Centred; to listen, offering compassion and warmth. I also offer stress, anxiety and mindfulness techniques and other therapeutic approaches were appropriate. I have worked extensively with clients suffering from a wide range of issues including trauma, anxiety, and bereavement, and have much experience of working with the LGBTQ+ community
Starting therapy can be a difficult decision- you may feel desperate and alone but reaching out for help is the most important step on the road to recovery. I am a qualified integrative therapist who advocates for celebrating our uniqueness. The base of my sessions is always Person-Centred; to listen, offering compassion and warmth. I also offer stress, anxiety and mindfulness techniques and other therapeutic approaches were appropriate. I have worked extensively with clients suffering from a wide range of issues including trauma, anxiety, and bereavement, and have much experience of working with the LGBTQ+ community
Hi, are you feeling overwhelmed at the momement with work, relationships or just life in general? Maybe you have been feeling down or anxious and don't know how to deal with the symptoms? I can offer you a safe space in which you can talk about anything without judgement, where you will feel understood, valued and supported. My practice is grounded in my belief in the healing potential of the therapeutic relationship and together we will explore what is happening for you in the here and now whilst occasionally we may look further to see how your past is effecting your day to day life.
Hi, are you feeling overwhelmed at the momement with work, relationships or just life in general? Maybe you have been feeling down or anxious and don't know how to deal with the symptoms? I can offer you a safe space in which you can talk about anything without judgement, where you will feel understood, valued and supported. My practice is grounded in my belief in the healing potential of the therapeutic relationship and together we will explore what is happening for you in the here and now whilst occasionally we may look further to see how your past is effecting your day to day life.
I also have a huge experience working with clients with the diagnosis of personality disorders, depression anxiety, emotional difficult
Hello My name is Miftau Iddrisu. I am an accredited CBT therapist. I am also a qualified DBT, RO-DBT,EMDR, schema therapist. ADHD and Autism Assessor. I also provide hypnotherapy. I work with both young people and adults. I provide Skype treatments and I have experience offering treatment in outside United Kingdom.
I also have a huge experience working with clients with the diagnosis of personality disorders, depression anxiety, emotional difficult
Hello My name is Miftau Iddrisu. I am an accredited CBT therapist. I am also a qualified DBT, RO-DBT,EMDR, schema therapist. ADHD and Autism Assessor. I also provide hypnotherapy. I work with both young people and adults. I provide Skype treatments and I have experience offering treatment in outside United Kingdom.
Are you struggling with stress, anxiety or depression? Do you feel frustrated, fed up and tiered of no improvement? Do you need help moving forward? Counselling Changes Lives. Please give me a call today for a “Free Initial Consultation” 0161 506 6643 My name is Yolande, I am an accredited counsellor and psychotherapist with over 20 years experience. I work with a wide range of counselling issues and challenges. You are welcome to call or email me at any time. I work online and in person, giving you full flexibility for your sessions. This is a warm, safe, confidential and professional space for you
Are you struggling with stress, anxiety or depression? Do you feel frustrated, fed up and tiered of no improvement? Do you need help moving forward? Counselling Changes Lives. Please give me a call today for a “Free Initial Consultation” 0161 506 6643 My name is Yolande, I am an accredited counsellor and psychotherapist with over 20 years experience. I work with a wide range of counselling issues and challenges. You are welcome to call or email me at any time. I work online and in person, giving you full flexibility for your sessions. This is a warm, safe, confidential and professional space for you
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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.