Narcissistic Personality (NPD) Counselling in Swindon
I have a vast range of experience in working with clients with varying presenting issues. I am empathic and caring and will support you in your journey. I was drawn to counselling from my own life experiences. One of the most important things I feel I can offer to you as a client is empathy. Previously I have volunteered with a grief charity as part of my journey to being the fully qualified counsellor I am now. This journey has taken me 8 years of academic study and volunteering in a variety of counselling agencies. I feel I am still on my own personal journey, which will never end in terms of learning.
I have a vast range of experience in working with clients with varying presenting issues. I am empathic and caring and will support you in your journey. I was drawn to counselling from my own life experiences. One of the most important things I feel I can offer to you as a client is empathy. Previously I have volunteered with a grief charity as part of my journey to being the fully qualified counsellor I am now. This journey has taken me 8 years of academic study and volunteering in a variety of counselling agencies. I feel I am still on my own personal journey, which will never end in terms of learning.
I help Individuals and Couples with many different concerns. They often want to be able to feel and cope better, to improve their relationships, their wellbeing and their lives. Perhaps you are trying to cope with a bereavement or have suffered another loss such as the breakdown of a relationship. You may feel that with support, you are ready to tackle some trauma you have suffered or you may need help with your current situation. Or maybe you just feel a little lost and need some help to get yourself back on track or you don't really know where to start and feel anxious about talking to someone about your problems. I can help.
I help Individuals and Couples with many different concerns. They often want to be able to feel and cope better, to improve their relationships, their wellbeing and their lives. Perhaps you are trying to cope with a bereavement or have suffered another loss such as the breakdown of a relationship. You may feel that with support, you are ready to tackle some trauma you have suffered or you may need help with your current situation. Or maybe you just feel a little lost and need some help to get yourself back on track or you don't really know where to start and feel anxious about talking to someone about your problems. I can help.
You deserve a peaceful life. I am here to listen and offer a nonjudgmental space for you to just be yourself and make the changes you deserve! I don't know what you are currently going through, but I know what it's like to feel at loss when things are difficult. I also know that you have an innate ability that can help you overcome life difficulties. Things may not go back to how they used to be, but they can evolve in ways that can be even better.
You deserve a peaceful life. I am here to listen and offer a nonjudgmental space for you to just be yourself and make the changes you deserve! I don't know what you are currently going through, but I know what it's like to feel at loss when things are difficult. I also know that you have an innate ability that can help you overcome life difficulties. Things may not go back to how they used to be, but they can evolve in ways that can be even better.
When you are feeling overwhelmed by difficult past or present experiences, thoughts and feelings talking to someone who will listen can help. Are you feeling alone in this? you don't have to. I offer a confidential, empathic and non-judgemental space in which together we can explore what is causing your distress and a way forward at your pace. Whilst fostering clarity and self-awareness, I bring a warm, calm and compassionate approach to my work in which my client feels supported and empowered. I have a passionate belief in the human capacity for change and growth and in the power of therapy to nurture this for my clients.
When you are feeling overwhelmed by difficult past or present experiences, thoughts and feelings talking to someone who will listen can help. Are you feeling alone in this? you don't have to. I offer a confidential, empathic and non-judgemental space in which together we can explore what is causing your distress and a way forward at your pace. Whilst fostering clarity and self-awareness, I bring a warm, calm and compassionate approach to my work in which my client feels supported and empowered. I have a passionate belief in the human capacity for change and growth and in the power of therapy to nurture this for my clients.
Life can sometimes be difficult. There may be times when we find ourselves experiencing stress, anxiety, panic, or struggling with extremely low moods or bouts of depression. Maybe you find yourself struggling with life's difficulties, often feeling isolated and alone, believing that there isn't anyone you can turn to, including work colleagues, friends or family. Maybe past experience has taught you not to trust anyone with your feelings. Or maybe you find yourself believing that no one truly understands what you are going through.
Life can sometimes be difficult. There may be times when we find ourselves experiencing stress, anxiety, panic, or struggling with extremely low moods or bouts of depression. Maybe you find yourself struggling with life's difficulties, often feeling isolated and alone, believing that there isn't anyone you can turn to, including work colleagues, friends or family. Maybe past experience has taught you not to trust anyone with your feelings. Or maybe you find yourself believing that no one truly understands what you are going through.
I am a qualified therapeutic counsellor and psychotherapist and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. I welcome clients from all backgrounds and work with clients within a safe and confidential space where you will be supported to express and explore what is troubling you without being judged. Importantly you will be valued and respected for you own capacity to decide on what feels right for you. My previous experience includes, working for the mental health charity Mind, an addiction charity, social work and the NHS.
I am a qualified therapeutic counsellor and psychotherapist and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. I welcome clients from all backgrounds and work with clients within a safe and confidential space where you will be supported to express and explore what is troubling you without being judged. Importantly you will be valued and respected for you own capacity to decide on what feels right for you. My previous experience includes, working for the mental health charity Mind, an addiction charity, social work and the NHS.
Over 15 years experience of working with couples and individuals. I am passionate about helping people achieve their greatest potential recognising their strengths and weaknesses; moving towards a life where they can thrive. Training: Professional Diploma in Counselling awarded by the University of the West of England. Registered member of the BACP. My Approach As an Integrative Counsellor is to work collaboratively with clients and draw on different approaches to try to match client/couple needs. I am fluent in English, Urdu, Hindi & Punjabi.
Over 15 years experience of working with couples and individuals. I am passionate about helping people achieve their greatest potential recognising their strengths and weaknesses; moving towards a life where they can thrive. Training: Professional Diploma in Counselling awarded by the University of the West of England. Registered member of the BACP. My Approach As an Integrative Counsellor is to work collaboratively with clients and draw on different approaches to try to match client/couple needs. I am fluent in English, Urdu, Hindi & Punjabi.
Life can be overwhelming sometimes. Most people have experienced anxiety, stress or low moods at some point and often try to struggle through alone. Seeking professional help can feel daunting and takes courage to make that first call. I work with genuine care and empathy and offer a warm, safe, non-judgemental environment for you to explore what's troubling you with complete confidentiality.
Life can be overwhelming sometimes. Most people have experienced anxiety, stress or low moods at some point and often try to struggle through alone. Seeking professional help can feel daunting and takes courage to make that first call. I work with genuine care and empathy and offer a warm, safe, non-judgemental environment for you to explore what's troubling you with complete confidentiality.
At times we all experience symptoms of anxiety, stress, depression, low self esteem/confidence, anger or have family or relationship issues which make us feel alone and scared. Perhaps you question if you have ADHD or neurodiversity?. We can feel trapped by these feelings and unable to move forward with life. Talking to an experienced therapist can help you to understand and alleviate these feelings. You are not alone with this, it is more common than you think to struggle with thinking and feelings. Why not book an initial session, without obligation, to see if counselling would work for you?
At times we all experience symptoms of anxiety, stress, depression, low self esteem/confidence, anger or have family or relationship issues which make us feel alone and scared. Perhaps you question if you have ADHD or neurodiversity?. We can feel trapped by these feelings and unable to move forward with life. Talking to an experienced therapist can help you to understand and alleviate these feelings. You are not alone with this, it is more common than you think to struggle with thinking and feelings. Why not book an initial session, without obligation, to see if counselling would work for you?
Therapy can provide a place of honesty for all the battles in our heads, from medical diagnoses, past trauma, sexual desire, issues of gender, to everyday compulsive/negative thinking. Understanding our experience in a rapidly changing environment, whilst surrounded by limitless information that offers such contradictory explanations can leave us feeling overwhelmed. Finding, and maintaining, personal meaning amongst so much uncertainty is a struggle. You needn't face it alone. Therapy reduces anxiety and deepens our understanding. Together we strive to create personal harmony between your internal needs and those external demands.
Therapy can provide a place of honesty for all the battles in our heads, from medical diagnoses, past trauma, sexual desire, issues of gender, to everyday compulsive/negative thinking. Understanding our experience in a rapidly changing environment, whilst surrounded by limitless information that offers such contradictory explanations can leave us feeling overwhelmed. Finding, and maintaining, personal meaning amongst so much uncertainty is a struggle. You needn't face it alone. Therapy reduces anxiety and deepens our understanding. Together we strive to create personal harmony between your internal needs and those external demands.
You are the expert on yourself an only you can decide what might work for you. We will form a plan together, perhaps over the course of two to three sessions, of how we can proceed, and what we collaboratively believe is going on for you. You will find my practice is based on a humanistic, integrative, pluralistic blending of possibilities from several frameworks, including CBT, Gestalt, Compassion Focused Therapy, ideas from psychodynamic practice, with a person-centred, humanistic core.
You are the expert on yourself an only you can decide what might work for you. We will form a plan together, perhaps over the course of two to three sessions, of how we can proceed, and what we collaboratively believe is going on for you. You will find my practice is based on a humanistic, integrative, pluralistic blending of possibilities from several frameworks, including CBT, Gestalt, Compassion Focused Therapy, ideas from psychodynamic practice, with a person-centred, humanistic core.
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For the past eight years, I have specialised in working with clients who have experienced narcissistic abuse, providing them with the support, tools, & insights needed to regain their sense of self & emotional well-being.
I specialise in helping survivors of narcissistic abuse heal from emotional manipulation, gaslighting, and trauma. I provide a safe, supportive space to rebuild self-worth, set boundaries, and break free from toxic cycles. Through counselling & education, I empower clients to regain confidence, trust themselves, and create healthier relationships.
Narcissistic abuse is real and NOT all therapists get it.
Keeley Taverner is a British-Jamaican psychotherapist who started her adult life as a mother of two, working as a cashier at Ikea while feeling trapped in an abusive relationship with a narcissist. From women's refuge to fighting for a place at university, to running her own practice, Keeley is passionate about helping you heal & unlock your innate potential
Narcissistic abuse is real and NOT all therapists get it.
Keeley Taverner is a British-Jamaican psychotherapist who started her adult life as a mother of two, working as a cashier at Ikea while feeling trapped in an abusive relationship with a narcissist. From women's refuge to fighting for a place at university, to running her own practice, Keeley is passionate about helping you heal & unlock your innate potential
Do you struggle with narcissistic relationships and experiences?
Tailoring therapy to your needs is very important to me, so that when exploring troubling thoughts and emotions, you can gain insight into what may be causing your difficulties and build on resilience. Becoming aware of the behaviours/patterns that cause tensions in your life, will allow you to stand a better chance to process this and move on.
Do you struggle with narcissistic relationships and experiences?
Tailoring therapy to your needs is very important to me, so that when exploring troubling thoughts and emotions, you can gain insight into what may be causing your difficulties and build on resilience. Becoming aware of the behaviours/patterns that cause tensions in your life, will allow you to stand a better chance to process this and move on.
I work with adults & couples to explore family issues, specifically unhealthy, abusive, toxic or narcissistic relationships with ex/partners &/or family members so that you can start trusting yourself, find your voice & stop taking shit from other people....
I get it, I have lived experience of Narcissistic abuse.
You do not have to live like this any longer. Speaking your truth is bloody scary & starting to heal may be the hardest/bravest thing you've ever done, but it's worth it. You will start to feel relief almost immediately.
I am professional &actively involved in sessions, I'm also human.
I work with adults & couples to explore family issues, specifically unhealthy, abusive, toxic or narcissistic relationships with ex/partners &/or family members so that you can start trusting yourself, find your voice & stop taking shit from other people....
I get it, I have lived experience of Narcissistic abuse.
You do not have to live like this any longer. Speaking your truth is bloody scary & starting to heal may be the hardest/bravest thing you've ever done, but it's worth it. You will start to feel relief almost immediately.
I am professional &actively involved in sessions, I'm also human.
Whether you are experiencing stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma, narcissistic abuse, addiction issues, bereavement and loss, low self esteem, infertility, Long Covid, please contact me so that I can offer you a calming, comforting and confidential Initial Consultation Session to discuss the problems you are facing.
As a qualified Counsellor, Psychotherapist, I am passionate in the fulfilment of my role. Working with a range of issues including; attachment related issues, trauma, bereavement & loss, complex grief, addiction issues, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, long covid, low self esteem, infertility. I am also an EFT Practitioner.
Whether you are experiencing stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma, narcissistic abuse, addiction issues, bereavement and loss, low self esteem, infertility, Long Covid, please contact me so that I can offer you a calming, comforting and confidential Initial Consultation Session to discuss the problems you are facing.
As a qualified Counsellor, Psychotherapist, I am passionate in the fulfilment of my role. Working with a range of issues including; attachment related issues, trauma, bereavement & loss, complex grief, addiction issues, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, long covid, low self esteem, infertility. I am also an EFT Practitioner.
I support a range of complexities such as; •Attachment•Separation&Social Anxiety, Family Reactions to MH •Anxiety, Depression & High-Functioning Depression •Bereavement & Loss •Trauma, Childhood Trauma & Abuse •Domestic Abuse •Racial identity•Emotional Intel •Conn Betw Subs Use & Mental Illness •Disability Discrimination •Low Self Esteem & Low Self Worth •Pers & Narcissistic Pers Disorder •Dissociative Disorder & PTSD •ODD & ADHD.
As a Person-Centred Counsellor, I approach counselling with a compassionate and non-judgemental approach. I have additional diplomas in;•PTSD,•BPD•Attachment Theory•ACES & CPDs in •Understanding Trauma•Suicide• Work Stress , Fatigue & Burnout•Cutting & Self Harm•Mindfulness •Bipolar, • NPD •ODDisorders & Setting Healthy Boundaries in Relationships.
I support a range of complexities such as; •Attachment•Separation&Social Anxiety, Family Reactions to MH •Anxiety, Depression & High-Functioning Depression •Bereavement & Loss •Trauma, Childhood Trauma & Abuse •Domestic Abuse •Racial identity•Emotional Intel •Conn Betw Subs Use & Mental Illness •Disability Discrimination •Low Self Esteem & Low Self Worth •Pers & Narcissistic Pers Disorder •Dissociative Disorder & PTSD •ODD & ADHD.
As a Person-Centred Counsellor, I approach counselling with a compassionate and non-judgemental approach. I have additional diplomas in;•PTSD,•BPD•Attachment Theory•ACES & CPDs in •Understanding Trauma•Suicide• Work Stress , Fatigue & Burnout•Cutting & Self Harm•Mindfulness •Bipolar, • NPD •ODDisorders & Setting Healthy Boundaries in Relationships.
I am an experienced counsellor and specialise in various areas including:
Domestic Abuse
Narcissistic Abuse
Anxiety and Depression
OCD
Loss and Grief
Addiction
Post-Natal and Peri-Natal issues
Sexuality
I offer a safe, compassionate and non-judgmental space for my clients to explore whatever may be troubling them. My working model is centrally embedded within the Person-Centred model. I also draw upon other modalities, such as, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Transactional Analysis (TA), Existentialism and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) depending on the unique needs of my clients. I focus on establishing a trusting relationship with my clients and working in a safe and ethical way prioritising my clients well-being.
I am an experienced counsellor and specialise in various areas including:
Domestic Abuse
Narcissistic Abuse
Anxiety and Depression
OCD
Loss and Grief
Addiction
Post-Natal and Peri-Natal issues
Sexuality
I offer a safe, compassionate and non-judgmental space for my clients to explore whatever may be troubling them. My working model is centrally embedded within the Person-Centred model. I also draw upon other modalities, such as, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Transactional Analysis (TA), Existentialism and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) depending on the unique needs of my clients. I focus on establishing a trusting relationship with my clients and working in a safe and ethical way prioritising my clients well-being.
Life can present us with unexpected and difficult challenges. Talking therapy provides a safe space to process and work through your feelings. I understand that beginning therapy may feel daunting, but I offer a calm space with empathy, open-mindedness, and understanding. I will work at your pace to guide you through your journey. I can offer a variety of creative techniques if it may feel difficult to articulate feelings. I'm interested in you, your experiences, and your goals.
Life can present us with unexpected and difficult challenges. Talking therapy provides a safe space to process and work through your feelings. I understand that beginning therapy may feel daunting, but I offer a calm space with empathy, open-mindedness, and understanding. I will work at your pace to guide you through your journey. I can offer a variety of creative techniques if it may feel difficult to articulate feelings. I'm interested in you, your experiences, and your goals.
Do you walk on eggshells in certain relationships? Do you struggle to say no or set boundaries. Do you feel like your reality is being questioned? Have you been in a relationship that has been verbally abusive? Do you not have control of your finances, or personal decision making? Do conversations sound like they are 'crazy making' or going in circles. Sometimes we feel like we have lost ourselves in our relationships. Or we have experienced significant psychological abuse in the past. I help people make sense of their experiences in a safe and nurturing environment. You are not alone and can improve your life.
Do you walk on eggshells in certain relationships? Do you struggle to say no or set boundaries. Do you feel like your reality is being questioned? Have you been in a relationship that has been verbally abusive? Do you not have control of your finances, or personal decision making? Do conversations sound like they are 'crazy making' or going in circles. Sometimes we feel like we have lost ourselves in our relationships. Or we have experienced significant psychological abuse in the past. I help people make sense of their experiences in a safe and nurturing environment. You are not alone and can improve your life.
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Narcissistic Personality (NPD) Counsellors
What type of therapy is best for narcissistic personality disorder?
Narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) is best treated with talk therapy, which could involve cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, schema therapy, gestalt therapy, or similar approaches. A therapist will help a patient uncover the feelings that may drive their behavior and discover how to engage with themselves and those around them with greater empathy and understanding, fewer demands, and less defensiveness, with the goal of developing a more authentic sense of self that enables healthier relationships.
How do therapists treat NPD?
By developing a strong therapeutic relationship, and continually focusing patients on relationships, community, and connection, a therapist, through talk therapy, may be able to help someone with NPD change. In sessions, a therapist will help an individual achieve relief from their current stressors, including the treatment of co-occurring conditions such as anxiety or depression. A therapist may also help an individual to recognize unhealthy coping mechanisms, learn new ways of interacting with others, and eventually become able to feel and display empathy.
Can a narcissist be cured with therapy?
Therapy can be effective. After a serious setback or great loss, someone with NPD may be forced to recognize that they are not immune to life’s challenges. That can spur feelings of melancholy and depression that lead them to seek professional help. Once an individual decides to seek help, they have already taken a step that the majority of those with NPD never will. Still, people with NPD often quit therapy as they naturally resist feeling vulnerable, being challenged, or admitting to flaws.
How can you get narcissistic personality disorder treatment for someone?
It is notoriously difficult to convince someone with NPD to seek help. With their feelings of superiority, they may be unlikely to recognize or acknowledge that they have a problem, or that their problem is narcissism. Sometimes, they are aware that they are arrogant and that others resent them but they don’t see it as a problem because they are convinced of their superiority. People with NPD have trouble maintaining relationships, but family members and others who do feel close to them, and whose presence they value, may be able to encourage them to seek therapy.