Personality Disorders Counselling in Sidcup

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Bola Ogundeji
Psychotherapist, COSRT Accred
3 Endorsed
Sidcup DA14
People struggle to talk frankly about their struggles: personal, relationships and sexual. Although difficulties arising from life transitions, sex and relationships are much more prevalent than most people think, only a few people can still share their struggles with others. Therefore, psychotherapy, psychosexual and relationship therapy offer a unique and confidential space to have those conversations with me, which means you can reach out for support in these areas regardless of your background, sexual preferences and relationship experiences.
People struggle to talk frankly about their struggles: personal, relationships and sexual. Although difficulties arising from life transitions, sex and relationships are much more prevalent than most people think, only a few people can still share their struggles with others. Therefore, psychotherapy, psychosexual and relationship therapy offer a unique and confidential space to have those conversations with me, which means you can reach out for support in these areas regardless of your background, sexual preferences and relationship experiences.
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Inke Schreiber
Psychotherapist, PsychD, BPC
Sidcup DA15
Dr Schreiber is a qualified clinical psychologist and psychodynamic psychotherapist with an interest in understanding emotional distress in the context of past and current life events and experiences in relationships. As such, she understands distress as inter- and intrapersonal conflicts. Therapy can provide a space for these conflicts to be explored, understood and, hopefully, let go of. Sociocultural and political context are important in making sense of distress; therefore, part of therapy can also be to explore autonomy, and where patients can have an impact on their lives, as well as the limitations to this.
Dr Schreiber is a qualified clinical psychologist and psychodynamic psychotherapist with an interest in understanding emotional distress in the context of past and current life events and experiences in relationships. As such, she understands distress as inter- and intrapersonal conflicts. Therapy can provide a space for these conflicts to be explored, understood and, hopefully, let go of. Sociocultural and political context are important in making sense of distress; therefore, part of therapy can also be to explore autonomy, and where patients can have an impact on their lives, as well as the limitations to this.
020 3835 4798 View 020 3835 4798
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Ann Cox
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
2 Endorsed
Sidcup DA14
At first, when I had counselling, I felt scared to be open to a stranger. It was daunting to share my innermost thoughts and feelings with someone I had never met before. However, as time went on, I came to realize the immense value of having a compassionate listener who could provide guidance and support without judgment. Through my own journey in counselling , I discovered the transformative power of vulnerability and honesty. It helped me grow in ways I never imagined and equipped me with the tools to face life's challenges with resilience with the confidence from facing what was holding me back.
At first, when I had counselling, I felt scared to be open to a stranger. It was daunting to share my innermost thoughts and feelings with someone I had never met before. However, as time went on, I came to realize the immense value of having a compassionate listener who could provide guidance and support without judgment. Through my own journey in counselling , I discovered the transformative power of vulnerability and honesty. It helped me grow in ways I never imagined and equipped me with the tools to face life's challenges with resilience with the confidence from facing what was holding me back.
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Emma Carey
Counsellor, MBACP
Sidcup DA15
As a counsellor, I practice in a pluralistic way which means I draw upon different theoretical approaches when I work with you as an individual – after all, there is only one of you in the world! My aim is to attune to your individual needs and I strive to work in an authentic down to earth way that is interactive and collaborative. Counselling can be daunting so I will work with you at your pace, offering you a space that is non-judgemental, respectful and confidential. Everyone is different, but having a space to talk and actually be heard can be extremely powerful and healing; leading to a greater understanding of yourself.
As a counsellor, I practice in a pluralistic way which means I draw upon different theoretical approaches when I work with you as an individual – after all, there is only one of you in the world! My aim is to attune to your individual needs and I strive to work in an authentic down to earth way that is interactive and collaborative. Counselling can be daunting so I will work with you at your pace, offering you a space that is non-judgemental, respectful and confidential. Everyone is different, but having a space to talk and actually be heard can be extremely powerful and healing; leading to a greater understanding of yourself.
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Dr Agnieszka Lyons
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Sidcup DA14
Hello, I’m Agnieszka, an integrative counsellor with extensive experience working with trauma, personality disorders (BPD/EUPD, NPD), narcissistic and sexual abuse as well as a range of relational difficulties, including in family and romantic relationships.
I offer care and commitment to jointly exploring the reasons for the challenges you are facing and ways to move forward - making changes that will make your life more fulfilling and allow you to form more meaningful connections to yourself and to others.
Hello, I’m Agnieszka, an integrative counsellor with extensive experience working with trauma, personality disorders (BPD/EUPD, NPD), narcissistic and sexual abuse as well as a range of relational difficulties, including in family and romantic relationships.
I offer care and commitment to jointly exploring the reasons for the challenges you are facing and ways to move forward - making changes that will make your life more fulfilling and allow you to form more meaningful connections to yourself and to others.
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Ozde Gul Demir
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
Online Only
My area of expertise is individual teeneager and adult personality disorders, especially Borderline, Schizophrenia, OCD, Bipolar
I always try to help people learn to cope with stressful situations, overcome addictions, manage their chronic illnesses, and tests and assessments that can help diagnose a condition. I use many psychological tests, for instance MMPI,Yale Brown, Back Depression etc. I am using a couple of therapy models Schema therapy, CBT.
My area of expertise is individual teeneager and adult personality disorders, especially Borderline, Schizophrenia, OCD, Bipolar
I always try to help people learn to cope with stressful situations, overcome addictions, manage their chronic illnesses, and tests and assessments that can help diagnose a condition. I use many psychological tests, for instance MMPI,Yale Brown, Back Depression etc. I am using a couple of therapy models Schema therapy, CBT.
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Bożena Skarbek-Cielecka
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
London E14
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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Sandbanks Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, GMBPsS
Online Only
We understand that every situation is unique. Every person is unique. We tailor our therapy to each individual.
We understand that every situation is unique. Every person is unique. We tailor our therapy to each individual.
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Catherine Grace Darling
Psychotherapist, MBACP Snr. Accred
Hockley SS5
Do you need some safe space to explore your emotions, find a way forward, some better coping systems that work, find the real you without the feeling of uncertainty, so that you can reach a place of contentment and growth.
Do you need some safe space to explore your emotions, find a way forward, some better coping systems that work, find the real you without the feeling of uncertainty, so that you can reach a place of contentment and growth.
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Rachel Bates
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Crawley RH10
Life today seems to be overloaded by a variety of stress in many spheres of existence. What should be enjoyable and fulfilling sometimes turns out to be the very cause of suffering. In the midst of the busy-ness of life, we do not take the time to address this suffering and instead criticise and blame ourselves or others. This could potentially leave us feeling confused and ashamed. Shame does not heal the pain of suffering. Every human being has a need to be understood, accepted and validated because the human brain is wired to love and be loved.
Life today seems to be overloaded by a variety of stress in many spheres of existence. What should be enjoyable and fulfilling sometimes turns out to be the very cause of suffering. In the midst of the busy-ness of life, we do not take the time to address this suffering and instead criticise and blame ourselves or others. This could potentially leave us feeling confused and ashamed. Shame does not heal the pain of suffering. Every human being has a need to be understood, accepted and validated because the human brain is wired to love and be loved.
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Danai Karvouni
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Drama Therap.
London SE7
Psychotherapy is a courageous and rewarding act toward personal growth, insight and change. My intention as your therapist is to make space for you to explore, process and make sense of your emotions with the aim to get closer to what you wish for in life. To achieve this, you will be invited to both verbal and creative explorations depending on your preference each time. As my interventions tend to be informed by your needs, you can expect to play an active role in your therapy.
Psychotherapy is a courageous and rewarding act toward personal growth, insight and change. My intention as your therapist is to make space for you to explore, process and make sense of your emotions with the aim to get closer to what you wish for in life. To achieve this, you will be invited to both verbal and creative explorations depending on your preference each time. As my interventions tend to be informed by your needs, you can expect to play an active role in your therapy.
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Lena Milioni
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
London W1W
I am an accredited CBT and EMDR practitioner with over 15 years of clinical expertise across the NHS, prison services, drug and alcohol treatment, and private practice in London. I offer trauma-informed, evidence-based psychological support for people navigating burnout, stress, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, relationship difficulties, substance use issues, panic attacks, low self-esteem, and major life transitions. I help you rebuild resilience, restore confidence, reconnect with meaning, and lead your professional and personal life with clarity and psychological freedom, not just functioning better, but achieving positive, lasting change.
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The Strength Within Counselling
Psychotherapist, MBACP
London W1G
Past traumas haunts us, while the unpredictable future worries us - living in the present becomes increasingly more difficult. The constant that we can rely on is change. My aim is to help you take control of the change that you want to make, to claim the life you want for yourself, to find your meaning in your life, and live it as fully as possible. Many of the people I work with have spent years trying to understand why they continue to feel unsafe, fragmented, disconnected or stuck despite previous work and interventions. I aim to meet you exactly where you are at and together we can take the steps towards your goals and needs.
Past traumas haunts us, while the unpredictable future worries us - living in the present becomes increasingly more difficult. The constant that we can rely on is change. My aim is to help you take control of the change that you want to make, to claim the life you want for yourself, to find your meaning in your life, and live it as fully as possible. Many of the people I work with have spent years trying to understand why they continue to feel unsafe, fragmented, disconnected or stuck despite previous work and interventions. I aim to meet you exactly where you are at and together we can take the steps towards your goals and needs.
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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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Genny Hawken
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
I am an integrative therapist and draw from the psychodynamic and humanistic approaches to psychotherapy. I consider the therapeutic relationship central to the process and place the unique experience of each person at the centre of the therapeutic process. Together, we will embark on a journey to explore and understand what may be causing the present difficulty and any associated patterns of behaviour that may contribute to the present unhappiness and work out together what might facilitate change.
I am an integrative therapist and draw from the psychodynamic and humanistic approaches to psychotherapy. I consider the therapeutic relationship central to the process and place the unique experience of each person at the centre of the therapeutic process. Together, we will embark on a journey to explore and understand what may be causing the present difficulty and any associated patterns of behaviour that may contribute to the present unhappiness and work out together what might facilitate change.
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Dr Larissa Johnson
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Forensic Psych.
Online Only
My core focus is complex trauma, PTSD, and the difficulties that often travel with them ( personality disorders, shame, self-criticism, emotional overwhelm, and patterns that began as survival).
If small things send you spiralling, you feel disconnected from yourself, or you've been carrying something heavy for as long as you can remember — these are experiences I work with often. I'm Dr Larissa Johnson, a Forensic Psychologist specialising in trauma, complex PTSD, and personality difficulties. I work with adults who carry the weight of difficult histories. Maybe you're reliving painful memories, caught in cycles of shame or self-criticism, or feel that your emotions are too much. Maybe you've been told your difficulties are "complex" without ever feeling truly understood. If this resonates, I'd love to hear from you.
My core focus is complex trauma, PTSD, and the difficulties that often travel with them ( personality disorders, shame, self-criticism, emotional overwhelm, and patterns that began as survival).
If small things send you spiralling, you feel disconnected from yourself, or you've been carrying something heavy for as long as you can remember — these are experiences I work with often. I'm Dr Larissa Johnson, a Forensic Psychologist specialising in trauma, complex PTSD, and personality difficulties. I work with adults who carry the weight of difficult histories. Maybe you're reliving painful memories, caught in cycles of shame or self-criticism, or feel that your emotions are too much. Maybe you've been told your difficulties are "complex" without ever feeling truly understood. If this resonates, I'd love to hear from you.
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Dobrochna Zajas Psychotherapy Ltd
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome and Thank you for viewing my profile. My name is Dobrochna Zajas and I am a qualified Cognitive and Behavioural Therapist (register with BABCP), EMDR Therapist and Registered Drug and Alcohol Practitioner (register with FDAP) based at HQ Therapy Rooms in Haggerston, Hackney E8 4DE. My passion is to help people discover their own potential and gain the ability to heal themselves, recognize their own strengths, find the ability to cope from within and regain their strength after difficult and/or traumatic situations.
Welcome and Thank you for viewing my profile. My name is Dobrochna Zajas and I am a qualified Cognitive and Behavioural Therapist (register with BABCP), EMDR Therapist and Registered Drug and Alcohol Practitioner (register with FDAP) based at HQ Therapy Rooms in Haggerston, Hackney E8 4DE. My passion is to help people discover their own potential and gain the ability to heal themselves, recognize their own strengths, find the ability to cope from within and regain their strength after difficult and/or traumatic situations.
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Dr Lana Gerrard-Molle
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
2 Endorsed
London NW2
I am highly experienced working with individuals suffering from a variety of mental health problems including depression, anxiety, PTSD, post-natal depression, and, severe and enduring mental illness including psychosis, bipolar and personality disorders.
My approach is relational, I believe its important for people to maintain satisfying and fulfilling relationships, with themselves and others, in order to maintain emotional health. I specialise in psychodynamic psychotherapy which focuses on the ways in which early experiences shape and influence how we relate to ourselves and others
I am highly experienced working with individuals suffering from a variety of mental health problems including depression, anxiety, PTSD, post-natal depression, and, severe and enduring mental illness including psychosis, bipolar and personality disorders.
My approach is relational, I believe its important for people to maintain satisfying and fulfilling relationships, with themselves and others, in order to maintain emotional health. I specialise in psychodynamic psychotherapy which focuses on the ways in which early experiences shape and influence how we relate to ourselves and others
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Dr Owen Richardson
Psychologist, CPsychol
Serves Area
Throughout our lives, we are often confronted with experiences and/or difficulties that challenge us. Sometimes, these challenges can leave us struggling and in need of a space in which we we can safely explore, understand, and learn how to overcome these issues. ​ Through careful exploration, not only is it possible to learn how to overcome these challenges, we can also begin to understand how they can in fact offer us new opportunities to learn and grow. I take a open and collaborative approach to therapy and am keen to support you with any challenges you are facing
Throughout our lives, we are often confronted with experiences and/or difficulties that challenge us. Sometimes, these challenges can leave us struggling and in need of a space in which we we can safely explore, understand, and learn how to overcome these issues. ​ Through careful exploration, not only is it possible to learn how to overcome these challenges, we can also begin to understand how they can in fact offer us new opportunities to learn and grow. I take a open and collaborative approach to therapy and am keen to support you with any challenges you are facing
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Ann Booker
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Serves Area
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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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.