Our client group

The type of patients we work with typically include those with a diagnosis of borderline or emotionally unstable personality disorder, bipolar disorder or depressive disorders. It may also include those who have been deemed difficult to treat, have complex needs or a dual diagnosis. We accept patients both from services of higher security (low secure and locked rehabilitation), to those not making suitable progress within the community or currently based within acute services.

Key features of our client group:

• A history of contact with mental health services.
• Acute admissions or being held on section.
• Other clients are living in the community but their needs exceed the resources available.
• Most clients engage in some form of destructive behaviour, whether through direct self-harm, eating disorders, or substance misuse.
• Clients usually have problems which stem from traumatic events and environments in childhood.
• Clients usually have significant problems in relating successfully to others.

 The most common diagnosis for our client group is Borderline Personality Disorder.  Clients have complex needs and may have dual diagnosis.  We work with clients with a range of complex needs, and diagnoses include:

• Borderline or Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder.
• Bipolar Disorder.
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.
• Depression. 

For frequently asked questions about our client group, see FAQs.