Counselling for Personality Disorders
Evolving Minds Counselling and Psychology | Menai and Sutherland Shire
Evolving Minds Counselling and Psychology in Menai offers evidence-based, trauma-informed and neuro-affirming counselling for personality disorders. These long-standing patterns often begin early in life and can shape emotions, relationships and responses to stress. We provide in-person sessions at our Menai psychology clinic, supporting clients from Bangor, Illawong, Engadine and surrounding suburbs, as well as online counselling across Sydney and Australia.
Personality disorders involve long-standing patterns of thinking, feeling and behaving that can lead to emotional distress or challenges in relationships, work and daily life. These patterns typically begin in adolescence or early adulthood and can influence how a person responds to stress and connects with others.
Our psychologists and counsellors work with a range of personality disorders, including:
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Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) may involve intense emotions, sensitivity to perceived rejection, difficulties with relationships, impulsive behaviours, and a persistent sense of emptiness. Counselling focuses on emotional regulation, distress tolerance and developing more secure relationships.
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Avoidant Personality Disorder often presents as low self-esteem, heightened fear of criticism, or a strong desire to avoid social situations due to worry about judgement or rejection. Therapy supports confidence, self-acceptance and gradual reconnection with others in ways that feel safe and manageable.
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Histrionic Personality Disorder may involve a strong need for reassurance, discomfort when not feeling seen or understood. Counselling can help build awareness, strengthen internal validation and enhance self-worth.
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Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD) is characterised by rigidity, perfectionism, and a strong need for control. Counselling encourages flexibility, reduces self-criticism and supports e balanced and sustainable coping strategies.
Personality disorders often coexist with other conditions such as anxiety, depression, complex trauma, panic attacks, eating disorders, perfectionism or relationship difficulties. For some, traits associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) may overlap with personality features, particularly in areas of emotional intensity, social understanding and sensory regulation. Our clinicians take a neuro-affirming and trauma-informed approach to ensure each person’s presentation is understood and supported.
Our psychologists and counsellors draw on a range of evidence-based therapies, including:
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Mindfulness-Based Strategies
If you or someone you care about would like to learn more about counselling for personality disorders, contact Evolving Minds Counselling and Psychology in Menai on 02 8519 4197, or click the button below to request an appointment.