Self-Harm
Compassionate, specialist treatment for self-harm at Cardinal Clinic, Windsor. Understanding the underlying causes and building healthier coping strategies.
About this condition
Self-harm is a complex behaviour that often serves as a coping mechanism for overwhelming emotional pain. At Cardinal Clinic, we provide non-judgemental, compassionate care that focuses on understanding the underlying causes of self-harm and helping patients develop healthier ways of managing their distress. Our approach is always collaborative, respectful, and person-centred.
Conditions We Treat
We provide specialist assessment and treatment for the full range of conditions in this area, including:
Self-Injury
Deliberate injury to the body — cutting, burning, hitting, or other methods — as a way of coping with emotional distress.
Self-Harm with Suicidal Intent
When self-harm is accompanied by thoughts of ending one's life, requiring immediate specialist intervention.
Self-Harm with BPD/EUPD
Self-harm is common in borderline personality disorder and requires specialist, DBT-informed treatment.
Self-Harm in Young Adults
Self-harm often begins in adolescence or young adulthood — early intervention is crucial.
Hidden Self-Harm
Many people who self-harm conceal it from others, making it harder to access help. We create a safe space for disclosure.
Self-Harm with Co-occurring Conditions
Self-harm frequently accompanies depression, anxiety, trauma, and eating disorders — all of which we treat.
Our Approach to Treatment
We combine consultant-led psychiatric care with evidence-based psychotherapy to create an integrated and effective treatment plan.
DBT Skills Training
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy teaches distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal skills as alternatives to self-harm.
Individual Psychotherapy
Exploring the emotional experiences, relationships, and patterns that underlie the self-harm behaviour.
Safety Planning
Developing a personalised safety plan for managing crisis moments without resorting to self-harm.
Psychiatric Assessment
Comprehensive evaluation of co-occurring conditions and medication needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Our admissions team is available 7 days a week, 8am–10pm. All enquiries are completely confidential.