Personality Disorders Counselling in Sandhurst

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Gordon Michael Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with adults who feel overwhelmed by life, work, or past experiences. You may be struggling with anxiety or depression, feeling burnt out, grieving, or stuck in patterns that no longer make sense. Often people I work with appear to be coping on the outside, while inside they feel exhausted, anxious, low, or disconnected from themselves. I offer a calm, safe, and supportive space where you can slow down and feel truly heard. Therapy with me is not about instant solutions or being told what to do. It is about understanding your feelings, gaining clarity, and creating meaningful and lasting change at your own pace.
I work with adults who feel overwhelmed by life, work, or past experiences. You may be struggling with anxiety or depression, feeling burnt out, grieving, or stuck in patterns that no longer make sense. Often people I work with appear to be coping on the outside, while inside they feel exhausted, anxious, low, or disconnected from themselves. I offer a calm, safe, and supportive space where you can slow down and feel truly heard. Therapy with me is not about instant solutions or being told what to do. It is about understanding your feelings, gaining clarity, and creating meaningful and lasting change at your own pace.
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Jenny Horman
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you feeling stressed, unhappy, or does life just seem too challenging at the moment? ​ Do you find it difficult to find or keep happy fulfilling relationships? ​ Would you like to be able to talk about your difficulties in a calm and confidential space? ​I am a fully qualified and experienced psychotherapist and counsellor, and I run my private practice from a comfortable and safe room in my home in Crowthorne, Berkshire. From my previous role as a rape and sexual abuse counsellor, I have considerable experience in working with clients who may have experienced trauma either in childhood or as an adult.
Are you feeling stressed, unhappy, or does life just seem too challenging at the moment? ​ Do you find it difficult to find or keep happy fulfilling relationships? ​ Would you like to be able to talk about your difficulties in a calm and confidential space? ​I am a fully qualified and experienced psychotherapist and counsellor, and I run my private practice from a comfortable and safe room in my home in Crowthorne, Berkshire. From my previous role as a rape and sexual abuse counsellor, I have considerable experience in working with clients who may have experienced trauma either in childhood or as an adult.
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Ali Sanchez
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Are you going through a difficult time in your life? depression, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma, disorders? Finding it hard to cope? lonely, confused, lost and uncertain what to do without someone who can listen and understand you? There can be times in your life when you need someone to talk to, listen to you or just be quiet with. Often this is not possible with your partner, family or friends and you may need a different perspective from someone that is not part of your life. Counselling can help you understand your thinking, your feelings the ways in which you act, helping you to make better life choices.
Are you going through a difficult time in your life? depression, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma, disorders? Finding it hard to cope? lonely, confused, lost and uncertain what to do without someone who can listen and understand you? There can be times in your life when you need someone to talk to, listen to you or just be quiet with. Often this is not possible with your partner, family or friends and you may need a different perspective from someone that is not part of your life. Counselling can help you understand your thinking, your feelings the ways in which you act, helping you to make better life choices.
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Ali Sanchez
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
Personality disorders are additionally an area I deal with.
Are you unhappy and struggling with your life and uncertain what to do? Feeling overwhelmed with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, work, addictions, ADHD, BPD, ASD? I offer help and support during difficult times, to help with coping, increasing personal awareness, understanding and making positive changes. both in personal and professional lives. My approach is very much dependent on the individual needs of my clients and central to them taking first steps in their recovery.
Personality disorders are additionally an area I deal with.
Are you unhappy and struggling with your life and uncertain what to do? Feeling overwhelmed with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, work, addictions, ADHD, BPD, ASD? I offer help and support during difficult times, to help with coping, increasing personal awareness, understanding and making positive changes. both in personal and professional lives. My approach is very much dependent on the individual needs of my clients and central to them taking first steps in their recovery.
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Ruth Ann Harpur
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
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.
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Dr Jeffrey McDonnell
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
London SW1W
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist (trained at the Institute of Psychiatry, King's College London) and researcher (University College London, at present), offering CBT, DBT, EMDR and schema therapy, online and in-person in Central London. I am HCPC registered and BPS-chartered. I have over 15-years experience working across a range of clinical and academic contexts, publishing peer-reviewed research into mental health and receiving specialist, post-qualification training in a variety of therapeutic approaches.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist (trained at the Institute of Psychiatry, King's College London) and researcher (University College London, at present), offering CBT, DBT, EMDR and schema therapy, online and in-person in Central London. I am HCPC registered and BPS-chartered. I have over 15-years experience working across a range of clinical and academic contexts, publishing peer-reviewed research into mental health and receiving specialist, post-qualification training in a variety of therapeutic approaches.
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Simon Burgess
Psychotherapist, MBACP
London W6
Hi, my name is Simon and I work as a Psychotherapist in Private Practice in London. Clients who come to me for help usually have high levels of anxiety or depression and find themselves in repeating patterns within their relationships or at work that make them unhappy. I would offer you a safe, containing space where you could talk about and explore anything that’s difficult or overwhelming. We all have emotional needs and problems often arise when those needs are unmet. I would carefully explore which of your emotional needs were unmet during your childhood and possibly in your present life.
Hi, my name is Simon and I work as a Psychotherapist in Private Practice in London. Clients who come to me for help usually have high levels of anxiety or depression and find themselves in repeating patterns within their relationships or at work that make them unhappy. I would offer you a safe, containing space where you could talk about and explore anything that’s difficult or overwhelming. We all have emotional needs and problems often arise when those needs are unmet. I would carefully explore which of your emotional needs were unmet during your childhood and possibly in your present life.
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Nima Nowruzi
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
London W1K
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, personality difficulties, or the effects of traumatic experiences, psychotherapy can help you better understand yourself, reduce emotional distress, and create lasting change. I provide a compassionate, evidence-informed approach using Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP), a modern form of psychodynamic psychotherapy that helps people identify and work through unconscious emotional patterns that may be contributing to psychological difficulties. Many people carry unresolved emotional pain that can affect their relationships, confidence, work, and overall quality of life.
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, personality difficulties, or the effects of traumatic experiences, psychotherapy can help you better understand yourself, reduce emotional distress, and create lasting change. I provide a compassionate, evidence-informed approach using Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP), a modern form of psychodynamic psychotherapy that helps people identify and work through unconscious emotional patterns that may be contributing to psychological difficulties. Many people carry unresolved emotional pain that can affect their relationships, confidence, work, and overall quality of life.
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Zoe Veronica Southcott
Counsellor, MA, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialise in working with people affected by neglect, complex trauma, sexual harm, and personality disorders.
I offer online sessions using an integrative approach—drawing on DBT, somatic therapy, and IFS—to support emotional regulation,
I specialise in working with people affected by neglect, complex trauma, sexual harm, and personality disorders.
I offer online sessions using an integrative approach—drawing on DBT, somatic therapy, and IFS—to support emotional regulation,
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Jennifer Wei Du
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
London W9
Feeling heavy, stuck, overwhelmed, or seeking a deeper understanding of yourself? Perhaps you’re not sure what’s wrong, only that something doesn’t feel quite right? You might be unsure whether therapy is for you, or whether what you’re struggling with is “enough” to bring.
Feeling heavy, stuck, overwhelmed, or seeking a deeper understanding of yourself? Perhaps you’re not sure what’s wrong, only that something doesn’t feel quite right? You might be unsure whether therapy is for you, or whether what you’re struggling with is “enough” to bring.
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Ann Booker
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Chesham HP5
I can help you become the person you want to be. Move forward from a trauma or loss. Rediscover the joy in your relationships. Accept the Negatives - Rediscover the Positives. Understand and change your unhelpful patterns. Perhaps you are going through a difficult time in your life and are not sure where to turn? maybe things seem impossible or unbearable? or has someone has suggested that you "need to talk to ? Whatever your situation, I can offer you Time and Space in a Safe Environment, where I hope you will feel secure enough to begin to unload your burden.
I can help you become the person you want to be. Move forward from a trauma or loss. Rediscover the joy in your relationships. Accept the Negatives - Rediscover the Positives. Understand and change your unhelpful patterns. Perhaps you are going through a difficult time in your life and are not sure where to turn? maybe things seem impossible or unbearable? or has someone has suggested that you "need to talk to ? Whatever your situation, I can offer you Time and Space in a Safe Environment, where I hope you will feel secure enough to begin to unload your burden.
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Dr Gabriel Schnitzer
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
We all go through times when some additional support could be useful. Whether a specific issue has led you here today, or a wish to explore difficulties in your early life and their impacting on you today, I might be the right person to help. I have extensive experience of working in NHS and charity settings as well as abroad. Aside from my private practice I currently work as Principal Psychologist / Clinical Lead in an NHS service. I have worked with a wide range of difficulties and have most experience in working with complex trauma, interpersonal difficulties, mood management, and autism spectrum conditions.
We all go through times when some additional support could be useful. Whether a specific issue has led you here today, or a wish to explore difficulties in your early life and their impacting on you today, I might be the right person to help. I have extensive experience of working in NHS and charity settings as well as abroad. Aside from my private practice I currently work as Principal Psychologist / Clinical Lead in an NHS service. I have worked with a wide range of difficulties and have most experience in working with complex trauma, interpersonal difficulties, mood management, and autism spectrum conditions.
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Robyn Lithgoe
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Online Only
My name is Robyn and I am an accredited CBT and EMDR Therapist with 12+ years of experience supporting the emotional and psychological well-being of my clients. My approach is warm, compassionate, and collaborative, creating a non-judgmental space where nothing is off-limits or considered shameful. Together, we’ll explore your thoughts and feelings in a safe environment, with your personal experiences and values always at the heart of our work. I am passionate about helping individuals work through life’s challenges using evidence-based interventions tailored to their needs.
My name is Robyn and I am an accredited CBT and EMDR Therapist with 12+ years of experience supporting the emotional and psychological well-being of my clients. My approach is warm, compassionate, and collaborative, creating a non-judgmental space where nothing is off-limits or considered shameful. Together, we’ll explore your thoughts and feelings in a safe environment, with your personal experiences and values always at the heart of our work. I am passionate about helping individuals work through life’s challenges using evidence-based interventions tailored to their needs.
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Hannah Downing
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Reigate RH2
My experience includes working with anxiety, depression, autism, addiction, complex trauma and PTSD, grief, domestic abuse, anger management, identity, relationship issues and personality disorders.
There are many reasons why we find ourselves in search of a therapist. You might have come to a point in life where you are in search of answers that you would like to explore together in therapy. Perhaps you have noticed patterns over time that you would like to understand better. It could be that you have come to a realisation that something just needs to change or that things just aren't working anymore in the way that they used to.
My experience includes working with anxiety, depression, autism, addiction, complex trauma and PTSD, grief, domestic abuse, anger management, identity, relationship issues and personality disorders.
There are many reasons why we find ourselves in search of a therapist. You might have come to a point in life where you are in search of answers that you would like to explore together in therapy. Perhaps you have noticed patterns over time that you would like to understand better. It could be that you have come to a realisation that something just needs to change or that things just aren't working anymore in the way that they used to.
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Bożena Skarbek-Cielecka
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
London SW7
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.
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Dr Naomi Spokes
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
London SW20
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist, registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the British Psychological Society (BPS). I offer skilled, compassionate, evidence-based support to people who find themselves in distress or at a point in their lives when they would like to speak to a trained professional. Whilst I specialise in approaches that are interested in how our early experiences can shape and influence how we relate to ourselves and others, I draw on my knowledge and skills from different psychological therapies in an integrative way to ensure I tailor sessions to suit your needs.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist, registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the British Psychological Society (BPS). I offer skilled, compassionate, evidence-based support to people who find themselves in distress or at a point in their lives when they would like to speak to a trained professional. Whilst I specialise in approaches that are interested in how our early experiences can shape and influence how we relate to ourselves and others, I draw on my knowledge and skills from different psychological therapies in an integrative way to ensure I tailor sessions to suit your needs.
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Dr Charlotte Couldrey
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Wokingham RG40
I am able to offer clinical assessment followed by a bespoke treatment package for a range of emotional difficulties including anxiety disorders, autism, depression, anger problems, stress, relationship difficulties, adjustment, trauma, eating disorders, sleeping difficulties, emotion regulation difficulties and personality disorders.
I specialise in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), compassion focused therapy, mentalisation based therapy and mindfulness. I have experience of working with individuals and couples. I am registered with most health insurance companies.
I am able to offer clinical assessment followed by a bespoke treatment package for a range of emotional difficulties including anxiety disorders, autism, depression, anger problems, stress, relationship difficulties, adjustment, trauma, eating disorders, sleeping difficulties, emotion regulation difficulties and personality disorders.
I specialise in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), compassion focused therapy, mentalisation based therapy and mindfulness. I have experience of working with individuals and couples. I am registered with most health insurance companies.
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Dr Sonia Borghino
Psychologist, MSc, CPsychol
1 Endorsed
London SW5
I am a licensed Psychologist registered with the BPS and HCPC. I worked in a clinical setting for over 22 years with a variety of client groups including community, outpatients and inpatients hospitals. I have worked extensively with clients with mental disorders and neuro-developmental conditions even when these are strongly affected by childhood trauma. I offer talking therapy and also a unique approach to health and wellness including EMDR, neurofeedback and body biofeedback technology to help the body and the brain to better self-regulate and heal naturally without medication or with less reliance on medications.
I am a licensed Psychologist registered with the BPS and HCPC. I worked in a clinical setting for over 22 years with a variety of client groups including community, outpatients and inpatients hospitals. I have worked extensively with clients with mental disorders and neuro-developmental conditions even when these are strongly affected by childhood trauma. I offer talking therapy and also a unique approach to health and wellness including EMDR, neurofeedback and body biofeedback technology to help the body and the brain to better self-regulate and heal naturally without medication or with less reliance on medications.
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Simona Gabriela Bajenaru
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
London W13
Have you been entertaining the idea of therapy for some time, or is this an impulse search? Have you asked yourself questions such as: “Why me?”, “Who am I?”, “How did I get here?”, “Is this the rest of my life?”, "Is this really happening to me", "Why does this always happen to me?", “How do I get where I want to be?” Have you or others have labelled yourself as "down", "depressed", "anxious" or "stressed"? Are you worried about feeling a certain way, or not living the life you were meant to live? Do you carry on your shoulders more than you bargained for and feel you can't share with anyone? I am here for you.
Have you been entertaining the idea of therapy for some time, or is this an impulse search? Have you asked yourself questions such as: “Why me?”, “Who am I?”, “How did I get here?”, “Is this the rest of my life?”, "Is this really happening to me", "Why does this always happen to me?", “How do I get where I want to be?” Have you or others have labelled yourself as "down", "depressed", "anxious" or "stressed"? Are you worried about feeling a certain way, or not living the life you were meant to live? Do you carry on your shoulders more than you bargained for and feel you can't share with anyone? I am here for you.
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David Paul MacBryde
Psychotherapist, MA, BACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I have worked for over 30 years with people who have struggled with a range of internal, relational, & environmental challenges. This includes: difficult thoughts & experiences of madness; stuck behaviour patterns (such as addictions); persistent sadness & depression; drastic mood swings; relationship and family difficulties; loneliness; thoughts of life-and-death; trauma; identity and sexuality questions; and other difficult life situations. I focus on working with adults, including young adults (18-25) and their questions about the world-as-it-is. I also work with men of all ages on questions of masculinity and manhood.
I have worked for over 30 years with people who have struggled with a range of internal, relational, & environmental challenges. This includes: difficult thoughts & experiences of madness; stuck behaviour patterns (such as addictions); persistent sadness & depression; drastic mood swings; relationship and family difficulties; loneliness; thoughts of life-and-death; trauma; identity and sexuality questions; and other difficult life situations. I focus on working with adults, including young adults (18-25) and their questions about the world-as-it-is. I also work with men of all ages on questions of masculinity and manhood.
020 4634 4390 View 020 4634 4390
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.