Personality Disorders
Personality disorders can shape how you see yourself, relate to others, and respond to the world. These long-standing patterns can feel confusing or painful, but they’ve often developed for a reason, and they can be understood and worked with in therapy.
Key information you should know
- Personality disorders involve enduring patterns of thinking, feeling, and relating that can feel overwhelming or out of step with others.
- These patterns may make it hard to manage emotions, feel secure in relationships, or maintain a stable sense of self.
Personality disorders are often grouped into three clusters: A (odd/eccentric), B (dramatic/erratic), and C (anxious/fearful). - Evidence-based approaches like Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) are commonly used to support emotional regulation, relationship patterns, and self-understanding.
These long-standing patterns can cause significant distress, but therapy can help. Approaches like Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) are effective in exploring and changing unhelpful thought patterns, improving emotional regulation, and building better interpersonal skills.
Our psychologists are here to provide understanding, tailored support as you navigate the complexities of personality disorders, and help you work toward healthier relationships and emotional balance.