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
Anthony Catullo received his master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling and his bachelor’s degree in psychology from John Carroll University. He previously served as clinical director at an inpatient treatment facility for children and adolescents with autism and co-morbid diagnoses. He also has experience providing counseling services to adults. His areas of specialty include adjustm...
"I don’t need therapy." You've probably heard someone say this, or even said it yourself. But what if I told you that therapy is for everybody, at any stage in life? Because, let’s face it - life can be hard, complicated, confusing, and messy. And you’re only human! You make mistakes and don’t have it all together. You may feel anxious, stuck, or overwhelmed. Your relationships may be strained,...
My clients are those who feel frustrated due to recurring negative thoughts or behaviors they struggle to change on their own. We work together to improve these harmful patterns that can seem like a never-ending loop. To help initiate change, my therapeutic style utilizes a humanistic and person centered approach emphasizing trauma informed care. This approach centers our work on harmful though...
I see adult clients who are interested in short term and long term therapy. Clients come to work on many concerns including anxiety, depression, grief, manic depression, and relationship troubles at home and at work. Most clients arrive seeking insights about themselves and their reactions to others, and they are interested in exploring new thought and behavioral patterns. I am able to help the...
*Accepting Tele-Health Clients* We all know that life can be difficult! Talking to a therapist about your life can be scary, and many people avoid seeking help because of this. I believe it is my job to offer a space for individuals to speak openly and comfortably. I believe in taking a holistic and person-centered approach, treating each person as a whole, including their mind, body, spirit, a...
“We May Encounter Many Defeats But We Must Not Be Defeated.” – Maya Angelou – Gain the tools to create your best life today. I am a licensed mental health professional with a focus on trauma and parenting. I have many years of experience helping adults, families, adolescents and children with complex issues. I believe everyone has the ability to live a happy and healthy life if given the tools ...
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I believe that the therapeutic relationship is the key to successful therapy. I am a firm believer that everybody has a story to tell and a journey they have embarked on. However, I don't believe there are enough safe places for people to go to be themselves without judgement and to be accepted without conditions. For this reason, I provide a safe, relaxing, trusting and non-judgmental environm...
I work with children, adults, and families to support them in effectively managing and addressing stress, trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, and other mental health concerns. I endeavor to build trusting therapeutic relationships with my clients to facilitate direct and honest communication. I believe that therapy can be beneficial to anyone! I am a Family Centered Treatment (FCT) certified...
I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 28 years of Social Services experience. My experience includes working with individuals with mental illness, addictions, and those who have experienced domestic violence. In addition, I am bilingual, trained in crisis intervention, and has worked with children, adolescents, adults, groups, and couples. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT...
I am passionate about working with children and families. I love seeing children heal from traumatic life experiences, abandonment or neglect. Helping children overcome obstacles in life and gaining an understanding of their true value in this world, is one of the most reqarding aspects of this work. My work is guided by the desire to equip child(ren) and families toward resiliency, healing and...
We all are needing some extra solace during these complicated times. Engaging yourself within therapy, could easily be a way to find this. My strength based theoretical perspective focuses on person- in- environment, taking into consideration the many facets of human exposure and environmental influences that formulate a person’s life. I have come to see that a person’s power to change comes...
**Unable to take new clients at this time** Everybody has something to talk about in therapy--it's just part of being human. Some of the clients I see have serious mental health issues that interfere with daily life, but a lot of people just want to learn how to manage their mental health or are just looking for someone to talk to. Nothing is too big or too small an issue that you can't bring i...
