Personality Disorders Counselling in Bury

Photo of Adeela Irfan - Diverse Wellbeing Services Ltd, MSc, GMBPsS, Psychotherapist
Diverse Wellbeing Services Ltd
Psychotherapist, MSc, GMBPsS
Verified Verified
Bury BL8
My area of expertise in Anxiety, Depression and Post Traumatic disorders, Narcissistic Personality disorder, Sexual abuse, Domestic violence, Eating disorders couples and relationship issues, Sexual addiction and Psycho-sexual disorders.
As a specialist psychologist and psychotherapist, I work with the National Health Services UK, focusing on services for adults with autism/ADHD, PTSD, couples, psychosexual therapy, and psychological therapy for comorbid mental health conditions. I am deeply interested in the efficacy of psychological therapies for these groups and the necessary adaptations in therapy. My extensive experience in assessment, formulation, and clinical management allows me to contribute to service development, supervision, safeguarding, and the creation of innovative client engagement methods in therapy.
My area of expertise in Anxiety, Depression and Post Traumatic disorders, Narcissistic Personality disorder, Sexual abuse, Domestic violence, Eating disorders couples and relationship issues, Sexual addiction and Psycho-sexual disorders.
As a specialist psychologist and psychotherapist, I work with the National Health Services UK, focusing on services for adults with autism/ADHD, PTSD, couples, psychosexual therapy, and psychological therapy for comorbid mental health conditions. I am deeply interested in the efficacy of psychological therapies for these groups and the necessary adaptations in therapy. My extensive experience in assessment, formulation, and clinical management allows me to contribute to service development, supervision, safeguarding, and the creation of innovative client engagement methods in therapy.
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Hayley Saunders
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Bury BL0
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.
01890 230064 View 01890 230064
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Thriving Young Minds
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Bury BL0
I'm Adele and I'm the founder of Thriving Young Minds in Ramsbottom, Bury. We are a team of therapists offering Counselling and Play Therapy for children, teenagers and young adults aged 4-25 years. This means that we can provide the most appropriate support for your needs. If you are impacted by autism, anxiety, panic, low mood, depression, relationship difficulties, bereavement, school issues, trauma and abuse, and if you're unsure of how to move forward, we can work with you to achieve your goals in a strengths-focused way, to help you develop the confidence to thrive rather than just survive.
I'm Adele and I'm the founder of Thriving Young Minds in Ramsbottom, Bury. We are a team of therapists offering Counselling and Play Therapy for children, teenagers and young adults aged 4-25 years. This means that we can provide the most appropriate support for your needs. If you are impacted by autism, anxiety, panic, low mood, depression, relationship difficulties, bereavement, school issues, trauma and abuse, and if you're unsure of how to move forward, we can work with you to achieve your goals in a strengths-focused way, to help you develop the confidence to thrive rather than just survive.
07429 186569 View 07429 186569
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Shanna Lancaster
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bury BL8
In our sessions, discover a warm, authentic space where understanding prevails. I offer a non-judgmental environment for exploration and growth, guiding you through emotional challenges with empathy. Together, we navigate towards healing, empowering you to confront adversity with confidence and resilience. With over 8 years of experience as an Integrative Counsellor, I seamlessly blend a range of therapeutic approaches—such as Person-Centred, Humanistic, CBT, and Psychodynamic Counselling—to craft a tailored support system that suits your individual needs.
In our sessions, discover a warm, authentic space where understanding prevails. I offer a non-judgmental environment for exploration and growth, guiding you through emotional challenges with empathy. Together, we navigate towards healing, empowering you to confront adversity with confidence and resilience. With over 8 years of experience as an Integrative Counsellor, I seamlessly blend a range of therapeutic approaches—such as Person-Centred, Humanistic, CBT, and Psychodynamic Counselling—to craft a tailored support system that suits your individual needs.
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Amber Watson
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bury BL8  (Online Only)
Hello and a very warm welcome to you! My name is Amber and I am here to accompany you on your healing journey as a qualified person-centred experiential psychotherapist. Embarking on the path of therapy is a courageous step and I am here to listen and support you as I appreciate that talking about your experiences may be difficult. I am committed to creating a safe, warming and confidential space where you feel seen, heard, and valued to help you to explore any experiences that are important to you.
Hello and a very warm welcome to you! My name is Amber and I am here to accompany you on your healing journey as a qualified person-centred experiential psychotherapist. Embarking on the path of therapy is a courageous step and I am here to listen and support you as I appreciate that talking about your experiences may be difficult. I am committed to creating a safe, warming and confidential space where you feel seen, heard, and valued to help you to explore any experiences that are important to you.
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Tatiana Hannam
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Bury BL0
I offer Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, EMDR and Counselling to individuals and couples presenting with a range of mental health issues, some of which are listed below.
I offer Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, EMDR and Counselling to individuals and couples presenting with a range of mental health issues, some of which are listed below.
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Photo of Ch'maine Charlotte Anne Robinson - Calming Minds Soothing Souls Therapies MBACP, MNCPS Acc., Psychotherapist
Calming Minds Soothing Souls Therapies MBACP
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Bury BL9
Waitlist for new clients
Counselling/ Psychotherapy: Effective counselling reduces confusion, allowing you to make effective decisions leading to positive changes in your attitude, behaviours & overall well-being. The ultimate aim of counselling is to enable you to make your own choices, reach your own decisions & go forward with a greater sense of clarity & self-management. Hypnotherapy & mindfulness can be introduced as a type of complementary therapy in which hypnosis is used to create a state of focused attention and increased suggestibility during which positive suggestions are made to rid you of emotional blockage. Mindfulness keeps us focused
Counselling/ Psychotherapy: Effective counselling reduces confusion, allowing you to make effective decisions leading to positive changes in your attitude, behaviours & overall well-being. The ultimate aim of counselling is to enable you to make your own choices, reach your own decisions & go forward with a greater sense of clarity & self-management. Hypnotherapy & mindfulness can be introduced as a type of complementary therapy in which hypnosis is used to create a state of focused attention and increased suggestibility during which positive suggestions are made to rid you of emotional blockage. Mindfulness keeps us focused
0161 850 4018 View 0161 850 4018
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Anita Thorne Mbacp
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bury BL8
I am a fully qualified and registered psychotherapist, practising in Person Centred, Integrative and CBT therapies. I offer face to face sessions in a therapeutic, safe, confidential setting. Alongside this I also use both online and telephone counselling platforms. I have experience within many areas including issues such as domestic violence, sexual abuse, mental abuse, mental health, anxiety, work related stress, addiction & family issues
I am a fully qualified and registered psychotherapist, practising in Person Centred, Integrative and CBT therapies. I offer face to face sessions in a therapeutic, safe, confidential setting. Alongside this I also use both online and telephone counselling platforms. I have experience within many areas including issues such as domestic violence, sexual abuse, mental abuse, mental health, anxiety, work related stress, addiction & family issues
0161 524 0923 View 0161 524 0923
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Dr Sheeba Ehsan
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Bury BL0
I am a Chartered Clinical psychologist (HCPC registered), providing assessment and therapy in Manchester. I have over 20 years of experience working with a range of psychological presentations e.g. anxiety, depression, OCD, personality disorder, trauma, PTSD etc. I have worked with adults, young people and families. If you are looking for that individualised, tailored approach look no further, give me a call to see if I can help you. The initial consultation is free of charge as I believe it is important to find the right therapist for you.
I am a Chartered Clinical psychologist (HCPC registered), providing assessment and therapy in Manchester. I have over 20 years of experience working with a range of psychological presentations e.g. anxiety, depression, OCD, personality disorder, trauma, PTSD etc. I have worked with adults, young people and families. If you are looking for that individualised, tailored approach look no further, give me a call to see if I can help you. The initial consultation is free of charge as I believe it is important to find the right therapist for you.
0161 850 7995 View 0161 850 7995
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Dr Steve Hoole
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Bury BL0
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression that has been a part of your life far too long? Have you tried counselling or CBT but it hasn’t resolved your problem? Are you ready to explore your life’s experiences to finally get to the bottom of your symptoms? If so I’d love to hear from you. My name is Dr Steve Hoole, I’m a Clinical Psychologist with a decade’s experience of helping people just like you; in the NHS, charity sector and in private practice. I specialise in working with longstanding anxiety, depression and early relationship difficulties, helping clients understand how their past impacts the life they want to live.
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression that has been a part of your life far too long? Have you tried counselling or CBT but it hasn’t resolved your problem? Are you ready to explore your life’s experiences to finally get to the bottom of your symptoms? If so I’d love to hear from you. My name is Dr Steve Hoole, I’m a Clinical Psychologist with a decade’s experience of helping people just like you; in the NHS, charity sector and in private practice. I specialise in working with longstanding anxiety, depression and early relationship difficulties, helping clients understand how their past impacts the life they want to live.
01706 335995 View 01706 335995
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Zoë Stephens
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bury BL9
Imagine you’re struggling with emotional issues like anxiety, depression, or trauma. You might feel overwhelmed by past experiences, especially related to attachment and relationships. You want to understand the root of your struggles and learn effective coping strategies. Your goal is to heal from trauma, manage symptoms of conditions like complex PTSD, or navigate challenges associated with personality or eating disorders. Ultimately, you seek a safe space to explore your feelings, gain insight into yourself, and build resilience, so you can lead a more fulfilling and connected life.
Imagine you’re struggling with emotional issues like anxiety, depression, or trauma. You might feel overwhelmed by past experiences, especially related to attachment and relationships. You want to understand the root of your struggles and learn effective coping strategies. Your goal is to heal from trauma, manage symptoms of conditions like complex PTSD, or navigate challenges associated with personality or eating disorders. Ultimately, you seek a safe space to explore your feelings, gain insight into yourself, and build resilience, so you can lead a more fulfilling and connected life.
01453 707137 View 01453 707137

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Dr Tej .
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Manchester M1
Dr Tej is Consultant Clinical Psychologist with 25 years clinical experience across Infant, Child and Adult mental health services. In her clinical practice with adults, her expertise is in helping identify and work through intergenerational cycles of trauma – or trauma with a small ‘t’, such as complex developmental trauma/family trauma/ narcissistic abuse, scapegoating, chronic shame, feeling stuck not knowing how to break relational patterns. Clients she has worked with report these difficulties in the context of bullying at work, couple /marital/relationship difficulties and attachment/parenting and birth trauma/difficulties.
Dr Tej is Consultant Clinical Psychologist with 25 years clinical experience across Infant, Child and Adult mental health services. In her clinical practice with adults, her expertise is in helping identify and work through intergenerational cycles of trauma – or trauma with a small ‘t’, such as complex developmental trauma/family trauma/ narcissistic abuse, scapegoating, chronic shame, feeling stuck not knowing how to break relational patterns. Clients she has worked with report these difficulties in the context of bullying at work, couple /marital/relationship difficulties and attachment/parenting and birth trauma/difficulties.
020 3870 3028 View 020 3870 3028
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Laura Hall
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manchester M1  (Online Only)
I welcome clients that are neurodivergent, and with personality disorders.
Looking for a therapist can be a daunting experience, especially if things are tough for you right now, but you have taken the first step! I have experienced many times, both as a counsellor and personally in therapy, how people begin to feel less burdened and overwhelmed in their life when they feel really heard and accepted without judgement or criticism. I believe that the counselling relationship is a collaborative and dynamic process, and I am always receptive to feedback, as it can shape the dynamic between us. I feel that therapy can be proactive, and not just reactive. I have no expectations on what we speak about.
I welcome clients that are neurodivergent, and with personality disorders.
Looking for a therapist can be a daunting experience, especially if things are tough for you right now, but you have taken the first step! I have experienced many times, both as a counsellor and personally in therapy, how people begin to feel less burdened and overwhelmed in their life when they feel really heard and accepted without judgement or criticism. I believe that the counselling relationship is a collaborative and dynamic process, and I am always receptive to feedback, as it can shape the dynamic between us. I feel that therapy can be proactive, and not just reactive. I have no expectations on what we speak about.
07479 065444 View 07479 065444
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Kyle Thurlow
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Accrington BB5
I have an extensive range of experience of working with a vast variety of client issues. I offer clients an integrative approach to treatment which best meets each individual’s needs. I originally trained as a person centred therapist. However, I also draw from a wide range of evidence based psychological therapies. I have completed additional trauma focused therapy training which has enabled me to work effectively with traumatised individuals. My main areas of expertise is helping people with dissociative disorders/DID, OSDD, PTSD, sexual abuse, trauma, bipolar, personality disorders, depression, anxiety, and grief/bereavement.
I have an extensive range of experience of working with a vast variety of client issues. I offer clients an integrative approach to treatment which best meets each individual’s needs. I originally trained as a person centred therapist. However, I also draw from a wide range of evidence based psychological therapies. I have completed additional trauma focused therapy training which has enabled me to work effectively with traumatised individuals. My main areas of expertise is helping people with dissociative disorders/DID, OSDD, PTSD, sexual abuse, trauma, bipolar, personality disorders, depression, anxiety, and grief/bereavement.
01254 961534 View 01254 961534
Photo of Jacqueline Groves, MBACP, Counsellor
Jacqueline Groves
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Manchester M1  (Online Only)
Whether you've suffered Emotional Abuse, Narcissistic Abuse, workplace bullying or trying to recover from a loved one's addiction.  I can help you make sense of the crazy-making behaviour you've come to accept as normal and how to move on and reclaim your life.
Whether you've suffered Emotional Abuse, Narcissistic Abuse, workplace bullying or trying to recover from a loved one's addiction.  I can help you make sense of the crazy-making behaviour you've come to accept as normal and how to move on and reclaim your life.
0141 673 1690 View 0141 673 1690
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Miftau Iddrisu
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Manchester M1
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. 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. 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.
0161 850 9443 View 0161 850 9443
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Renee Norris Counselling, 1-2-1, Couples & 13+
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Manchester M2
I am trained and qualified in helping clients with a variety of problems from depression and anxiety to Personality Disorders.
Clients generally come to me when they are struggling with some aspect of their emotions, thoughts or behaviour. My aim is to help my client with accepting or changing some aspect of these three areas. Every client comes with unique issues and from my seat I view the issues as one, "a block in the road to wellness". I am keenly aware that all clients come with individual goals and I am here to help. Many of my clients use the phrase “I just want to feel better". This is my hope for everyone who engages with me in therapy. “TO FEEL BETTER” I offer confidentiality, openness and transparency at all times.
I am trained and qualified in helping clients with a variety of problems from depression and anxiety to Personality Disorders.
Clients generally come to me when they are struggling with some aspect of their emotions, thoughts or behaviour. My aim is to help my client with accepting or changing some aspect of these three areas. Every client comes with unique issues and from my seat I view the issues as one, "a block in the road to wellness". I am keenly aware that all clients come with individual goals and I am here to help. Many of my clients use the phrase “I just want to feel better". This is my hope for everyone who engages with me in therapy. “TO FEEL BETTER” I offer confidentiality, openness and transparency at all times.
01392 531578 View 01392 531578
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Olivia Richard
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Salford M3
Hello! I am a friendly and compassionate person-centred counsellor. Life can be full of ups and downs; if you are feeling low, then reaching out can feel daunting. However, it can also be crucial to maintaining your well-being. I believe a trusting relationship with an empathic, non-judgemental counsellor can be the building blocks for a happier and more fulfilled life, and I would like to provide that relationship for you. I specialise in women’s issues, have experience working with anxiety, depression, stress, PTSD and personality disorders, and warmly welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures, faiths and LGBTQIA+ communities.
Hello! I am a friendly and compassionate person-centred counsellor. Life can be full of ups and downs; if you are feeling low, then reaching out can feel daunting. However, it can also be crucial to maintaining your well-being. I believe a trusting relationship with an empathic, non-judgemental counsellor can be the building blocks for a happier and more fulfilled life, and I would like to provide that relationship for you. I specialise in women’s issues, have experience working with anxiety, depression, stress, PTSD and personality disorders, and warmly welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures, faiths and LGBTQIA+ communities.
0161 524 7348 View 0161 524 7348
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Patrick Doyle
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Accrington BB5
I am a highly qualified and experienced consultant psychotherapist and supervisor with 20 years experience and recognised clinical expertise in the treatment and assessment of a wide range of mental health problems (including: depression, anxiety, personality disorders and psychosis), problematic behaviours and addictions. My guiding aim is to help each client to the point where they no longer require therapy or medication, and can cope skilfully and independently with life’s challenges, and understand how the past can impede our ability to cope with the present.
I am a highly qualified and experienced consultant psychotherapist and supervisor with 20 years experience and recognised clinical expertise in the treatment and assessment of a wide range of mental health problems (including: depression, anxiety, personality disorders and psychosis), problematic behaviours and addictions. My guiding aim is to help each client to the point where they no longer require therapy or medication, and can cope skilfully and independently with life’s challenges, and understand how the past can impede our ability to cope with the present.
01282 526728 View 01282 526728
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Kate Farmer
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Bolton BL1
I have experience in Autism, addiction services, bereavement, domestic violence, stalking, safeguarding, Dementia, severe Mental Health including personality disorders.
Welcome to Calming Minds. Do you have relationship difficulties? Do you have low mood, self-worth, issues with confidence and/or depression and anxiety? Have you experience traumatic events? If any of this sounds familiar, I could make a difference to your wellbeing. I am here to listen and validate you towards positive lasting change.
I have experience in Autism, addiction services, bereavement, domestic violence, stalking, safeguarding, Dementia, severe Mental Health including personality disorders.
Welcome to Calming Minds. Do you have relationship difficulties? Do you have low mood, self-worth, issues with confidence and/or depression and anxiety? Have you experience traumatic events? If any of this sounds familiar, I could make a difference to your wellbeing. I am here to listen and validate you towards positive lasting change.
01257 446937 View 01257 446937

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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.