Bipolar Disorder (BD) is a mood disorder that causes episodes of depression and mania at various points. It can be severely debilitating to a person’s work, social, and personal life. Manic episodes may also include risky behavior, such as spending large sums of money, sexual activity, and drug use.
Available Treatment Options
Therapist interventions for Bipolar Disorder aim to address problematic behaviors resulting from the disorder, either by behavioral or cognitive interventions or by examining past trauma or experiences that may have exacerbated the condition. Therapists often advise people with BD to get on a medical regimen that helps regulate mood swings.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can change behavior and alter unhelpful thought patterns. Interpersonal and Social Rhythm Therapy (IPSRT) works to increase adherence to medication regimens, help people with BD handle stressful experiences, and improve relationships.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Bipolar Disorder
Therapy can be one of the biggest gifts we give to ourselves. Embracing the discomfort from challenging the issues that reside within our core can be the start of becoming the best version of ourselves. Allow me to be a part of your journey. I am a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC), a master's level certified addictions professional (MCAP) through the Florida Certification Board as well a...
**Accepting new clients and offering telehealth** I work with couples, families, adolescents and adults to help address a wide range of life’s challenges. I believe in utilizing your strengths as building blocks in developing a stronger, safer and more stabilized foundation while working together to achieve a more healthy and balanced life. Life is about setting goals, whether daily or long ter...
Emotions such as, depression, anxiety, anger, and grief are possibly the most diffiicult emotions that you can experience. Having someone that you can trust who understands these emotions is vital to overcoming this challenging part of life. As a certified licensed associate professional counselor, my primary focus is for my clients to achieve a healthy mental balance. Encouragement, motivation...
Have you been feeling lost, confused, stuck, or without some sense of control in life? You are not alone, as many of us have been where you are and felt how you feel. Seeking help from a therapist can be the key to finding passion in life, learning new ways of overcoming obstacles, and begin experiencing a more desired way of being. Therapy with me emphasizes fostering a safe, nonjudgmental,...
I have been working in the field of mental health for over 30 years and am comfortable working with a wide range of issues. My approach with individuals is holistic, person centered, humanistic and strengths-based, seeing my role as a helpful guide as I work with individuals to navigate the sometimes rocky storms and transitions of life. Together we will identify what may be keeping you stuck a...
Growing up is tough to do and getting harder everyday. As someone who vividly remembers and was profoundly shaped by the high's and low's of my own young adulthood, I have a HUGE heart for adolescents, teens, and young adults battling to make sense of it all. I love serving as a voice of reason as they struggle with the perils of social media, drama with their friends, and their changing role i...
***Now offering phone and video sessions for clients who prefer to meet virtually. Are you feeling overwhelmed, scared or anxious with life stressors or in your relationships? I believe we are self-equipped to heal and overcome difficult life experiences once we are better able to understand ourselves and the world around us and connect to our inner strength. Through a collaborative process, we...
My passion for advocacy and a client-centered approach were cultivated in my early years as an educator, but my intellectual curiosity regarding the process of personal change and the value of interpersonal relationships motivated me to returned to NKU for a Master’s degree in Social Work. Since graduating with an MSW, I have enjoyed working with a wide variety of clients in diverse settings...
Are you feeling beaten down and like you're just waiting for the next crisis to take its toll? Do you look in the mirror and feel like it's all your fault and you should be ashamed? If this sounds like your life, I'd like to invite you to take the first step towards something more than just surviving your life. With my specialized training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Seed Digging, and...
I work as a Clinician at an acute crisis unit in Santa Cruz, CA. I provide psychotherapy, clinical assessments, provisional diagnoses and disposition planning for patients with severe mental illness, including depression, anxiety, bipolar, and schizophrenia. I received my graduate degree in counseling psychology with a concentration in expressive arts therapy at CIIS in San Francisco, CA. I am...
There are many reasons why you may be seeking help at this particular time in your life - struggles with depression, anxiety, trauma (PTSD), low self-esteem, a painful loss, grief, difficulties in relationships, or other challenging life transitions. Whether you have sought help before or are reaching out for the first time, I will collaborate with you to create a space of compassion, trust and...
Gina is a licensed professional counselor with over seven years of experience in the mental health and substance abuse fields. Gina has worked with a wide span of ages and topics, with most of her experience being with adolescents and adults. She has experience with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from therapy for depression and grief counseling to...
No one should suffer from needless psychological distress. As a therapist, my approach is empathetic, relatable and non-judgmental as we confront life challenges and emotional struggles. Helping my clients by taking steps forward in exploration of their hopes and fears allow for development of a more stable, and fulfilling lifestyle. I aim to transform painful experiences into opportunities for...
Have you ever felt sad, anxious, stuck, or just needing a new perspective? It can be scary to reach out asking for help; however, it actually shows how strong you are, because you will not have to go through it alone. I focus on the strength you have for the challenges you are facing. I feel it's important to work through the struggles that can create intense feelings, so that there can be a se...
*Dr. Ansari is not currently accepting new patients. Dr. Ansari has over 12 years of experience working in hospitals, schools and clinics around the San Francisco Bay Area serving a culturally diverse population of clients. Trained in a wide range of therapeutic orientations, she employs an integrative approach in treatment, utilizing therapeutic tools and strategies from Cognitive-Behavioral,...
