Bipolar Disorder Psychologists and Therapists in Brisbane, QLD

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Bernadette Eze
Social Worker, MSc, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am an Australian Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with extensive experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through life’s most difficult transitions. My work is grounded in psychodynamic and attachment-based therapy, focusing on how early relationships and past experiences shape current emotions, relationships, and coping patterns. I offer a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where we explore the deeper roots of distress, moving beyond symptom management to create meaningful and lasting change. I support clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and the emotional com
I am an Australian Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with extensive experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through life’s most difficult transitions. My work is grounded in psychodynamic and attachment-based therapy, focusing on how early relationships and past experiences shape current emotions, relationships, and coping patterns. I offer a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where we explore the deeper roots of distress, moving beyond symptom management to create meaningful and lasting change. I support clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and the emotional com
(08) 7184 5166 View (08) 7184 5166
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Chloe Balmer
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Aspley, QLD 4034
Chloe is truly passionate about working with individuals seeking to better understand themselves and their experiences, to grow in their sense of self-acceptance, become more authentic and improve their overall wellbeing. Chloe works with adults presenting with - but not limited to - trauma and stressor related challenges including secondary and vicarious trauma, anxiety, depression, burnout, life transition challenges, neurodivergence (Autism and ADHD), attachment and interpersonal concerns, and emotional regulation challenges. She has a special interest in working with first responders and acute trauma.
Chloe is truly passionate about working with individuals seeking to better understand themselves and their experiences, to grow in their sense of self-acceptance, become more authentic and improve their overall wellbeing. Chloe works with adults presenting with - but not limited to - trauma and stressor related challenges including secondary and vicarious trauma, anxiety, depression, burnout, life transition challenges, neurodivergence (Autism and ADHD), attachment and interpersonal concerns, and emotional regulation challenges. She has a special interest in working with first responders and acute trauma.
(07) 3132 0140 View (07) 3132 0140
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Living Without Worry Health Clinic
Social Worker, MSc, AMHSW
Stretton, QLD 4116
Assist people in need to better manage their issues and worries in a culturally appropriate way through counselling and allied health collaboration model so that they increase the ability of resilience and maintain physical and psychological health wherever they live.
Assist people in need to better manage their issues and worries in a culturally appropriate way through counselling and allied health collaboration model so that they increase the ability of resilience and maintain physical and psychological health wherever they live.
(07) 2100 4146 View (07) 2100 4146
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Don Jayasekera
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Prov
Redcliffe, QLD 4020
I offer assessment and therapy for depression, anxiety, ADHD, autism, trauma, personality disorders, OCD, bipolar disorder, and more.
My ideal clients are people who've tried to push through on their own - and are finally ready for real support. They come to Inner Lab Psychology in Redcliffe struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, relationship breakdowns, or feeling like something is just off but can't explain why. Many arrive via GP referral, often carrying years of unresolved difficulty. I specialise in thorough assessment and personalised, evidence-based therapy for adolescents and adults. Together, we get to the root of what's happening - and build a path forward that actually fits your life.
I offer assessment and therapy for depression, anxiety, ADHD, autism, trauma, personality disorders, OCD, bipolar disorder, and more.
My ideal clients are people who've tried to push through on their own - and are finally ready for real support. They come to Inner Lab Psychology in Redcliffe struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, relationship breakdowns, or feeling like something is just off but can't explain why. Many arrive via GP referral, often carrying years of unresolved difficulty. I specialise in thorough assessment and personalised, evidence-based therapy for adolescents and adults. Together, we get to the root of what's happening - and build a path forward that actually fits your life.
0421 764 208 View 0421 764 208
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Jessica Martens
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Burpengary, QLD 4505
I am passionate about helping clients achieve meaningful change in their lives. I place a strong emphasis on creating a respectful therapeutic relationship and appreciate each client’s uniqueness. I view therapy as a collaborative process between the client and myself where the client is respected as the expert in their own life. I work within a person-centered and strength-based framework seeing therapy as an opportunity to utilise and build upon each client’s existing skills and strengths. I tailor my therapeutic approach to each client’s needs and draw on techniques from a range of evidence-based practices.
I am passionate about helping clients achieve meaningful change in their lives. I place a strong emphasis on creating a respectful therapeutic relationship and appreciate each client’s uniqueness. I view therapy as a collaborative process between the client and myself where the client is respected as the expert in their own life. I work within a person-centered and strength-based framework seeing therapy as an opportunity to utilise and build upon each client’s existing skills and strengths. I tailor my therapeutic approach to each client’s needs and draw on techniques from a range of evidence-based practices.
(07) 5236 0934 View (07) 5236 0934
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Madeline Farmer
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Grange, QLD 4051
I am a Clinical Psychologist with ten years experience in private practice. I enjoy working with adults and older adults, and provide treatment for mood disorders, anxiety disorders, adjustment and trauma related disorders, low self-esteem, perfectionism, ADHD and stress. I like to foster a warm and collaborative approach, work with clients to understand their symptoms and difficulties, and provide evidence based treatment using cognitive behavioural therapy, meta-cognitive therapy, and dialectical behaviour therapy informed interventions.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with ten years experience in private practice. I enjoy working with adults and older adults, and provide treatment for mood disorders, anxiety disorders, adjustment and trauma related disorders, low self-esteem, perfectionism, ADHD and stress. I like to foster a warm and collaborative approach, work with clients to understand their symptoms and difficulties, and provide evidence based treatment using cognitive behavioural therapy, meta-cognitive therapy, and dialectical behaviour therapy informed interventions.
(07) 3179 6114 View (07) 3179 6114
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Eric Lee - His, Her & Their Therapy
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clayfield, QLD 4011
As a mental health occupational therapist and psychotherapist, I support people in creating a life that feels more balanced, meaningful, and aligned with who they are. Together, we work on understanding and managing difficult emotions, building coping skills, and finding ways to navigate everyday life with greater ease.
As a mental health occupational therapist and psychotherapist, I support people in creating a life that feels more balanced, meaningful, and aligned with who they are. Together, we work on understanding and managing difficult emotions, building coping skills, and finding ways to navigate everyday life with greater ease.
(07) 2100 4386 View (07) 2100 4386
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Senta Sharp Counselling
Counsellor, PACFA
Online Only
Feeling overwhelmed, angry, alone, sad or burned out can happen to us all, no matter how successful you are. As a counsellor, I offer support and help to understand your issues, find clarity, make a plan, change direction, feel stronger, and more resilient. I’ll help you cope with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, anger, difficult relationships, medical issues, chronic pain, weight-loss, identity issues, fertility issues, low self-esteem, and life transitions. Take time to focus on you & your mental health. No referral or health care plan needed, just connect and start this week to live a better, calmer, happier life.
Feeling overwhelmed, angry, alone, sad or burned out can happen to us all, no matter how successful you are. As a counsellor, I offer support and help to understand your issues, find clarity, make a plan, change direction, feel stronger, and more resilient. I’ll help you cope with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, anger, difficult relationships, medical issues, chronic pain, weight-loss, identity issues, fertility issues, low self-esteem, and life transitions. Take time to focus on you & your mental health. No referral or health care plan needed, just connect and start this week to live a better, calmer, happier life.
(07) 3186 9745 View (07) 3186 9745
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Lillian Flanagan supervision &
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Birkdale, QLD 4159
Working with someone requires trust, safety and collaboration. With extensive Tertiary, credentialing, practice experience and skills that are additional to a relationship focused and compassionate human you who will you meet with…your balance is what we can find …. together
Working with someone requires trust, safety and collaboration. With extensive Tertiary, credentialing, practice experience and skills that are additional to a relationship focused and compassionate human you who will you meet with…your balance is what we can find …. together
(07) 2801 5472 View (07) 2801 5472
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Michelle Hansen
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Albany Creek, QLD 4035
I am a Clinical Psychologist, with strong interest in supporting individuals: • Young people (15-25) • Adults (25+) • Worry and anxiety • Stress and overwhelm • Sleep disturbances • Mood fluctuations and challenges • Shame, guilt, and negative self-image • Self-esteem and self-doubt challenges • Struggles with self-care and self-compassion • Adjusting to life transitions • Work-life balance • People-pleasing and down prioritisation of own needs • Challenges with communication and assertiveness
I am a Clinical Psychologist, with strong interest in supporting individuals: • Young people (15-25) • Adults (25+) • Worry and anxiety • Stress and overwhelm • Sleep disturbances • Mood fluctuations and challenges • Shame, guilt, and negative self-image • Self-esteem and self-doubt challenges • Struggles with self-care and self-compassion • Adjusting to life transitions • Work-life balance • People-pleasing and down prioritisation of own needs • Challenges with communication and assertiveness
(07) 3180 3809 View (07) 3180 3809
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Kasu Counselling - Kathleen Ebzery
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Kedron, QLD 4031
I am passionate about assisting people to overcome challenging personal patterns, recover from trauma, and abusive relationship dynamics. I love working with adults and children to resolve the impact of trauma, to empower people to have the future they want. By identifying your needs, strengths and implementing easy to use skills, as well as safe trauma processing your life can improve.
I am passionate about assisting people to overcome challenging personal patterns, recover from trauma, and abusive relationship dynamics. I love working with adults and children to resolve the impact of trauma, to empower people to have the future they want. By identifying your needs, strengths and implementing easy to use skills, as well as safe trauma processing your life can improve.
(07) 3113 9158 View (07) 3113 9158
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Helen Elliott
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Red Hill, QLD 4059
I assist people with a range of well-being concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, major mental illness diagnoses including bipolar affective disorder and major depression, adjustment /life transition issues, body image/food relationship concerns, grief and loss, peri/post-natal concerns, and stress management.
I tailor clinical psychology therapy to each person's unique needs, looking beyond any diagnosis or 'condition' to see how particular patterns in mind and body may be limiting someone's capacity to live fully.
I assist people with a range of well-being concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, major mental illness diagnoses including bipolar affective disorder and major depression, adjustment /life transition issues, body image/food relationship concerns, grief and loss, peri/post-natal concerns, and stress management.
I tailor clinical psychology therapy to each person's unique needs, looking beyond any diagnosis or 'condition' to see how particular patterns in mind and body may be limiting someone's capacity to live fully.
(07) 3130 0195 View (07) 3130 0195
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Victoria Rose Emery
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Health Psych.
Online Only
A highly experienced and caring professional assisting you on your journey - what ever that is. Extensive experience in working with relationship issues, conflict, separation, loss, grief, life span, depression, anxiety, adjustment, pathology, communication, nutritional management, trauma, employment, grievances, conflict resolution, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, trust, boundaries. self-care and self-esteem. Here to assisting you - look forward to meeting you - give me call Telehealth only - BULK Bill (if needed) with MHCP Ref. Reasonable private fees. An Australian wide service assisting with all issues.
A highly experienced and caring professional assisting you on your journey - what ever that is. Extensive experience in working with relationship issues, conflict, separation, loss, grief, life span, depression, anxiety, adjustment, pathology, communication, nutritional management, trauma, employment, grievances, conflict resolution, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, trust, boundaries. self-care and self-esteem. Here to assisting you - look forward to meeting you - give me call Telehealth only - BULK Bill (if needed) with MHCP Ref. Reasonable private fees. An Australian wide service assisting with all issues.
(07) 3132 0790 View (07) 3132 0790
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Gabrielle Volovsky
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Online Only
I’m a PACFA-registered counsellor, and founder of Becoming On Point. I specialise in trauma-informed psychotherapy, and support adults navigating anxiety, low mood, burnout, relationship strain, self-worth, AOD challenges, trauma-related patterns, grief, stress and life transitions. Some clients come because they feel stuck or overwhelmed; others appear high-functioning but feel stretched underneath. My approach is warm, practical and collaborative, helping clients better understand their patterns, regulate emotions and move toward sustainable change.
I’m a PACFA-registered counsellor, and founder of Becoming On Point. I specialise in trauma-informed psychotherapy, and support adults navigating anxiety, low mood, burnout, relationship strain, self-worth, AOD challenges, trauma-related patterns, grief, stress and life transitions. Some clients come because they feel stuck or overwhelmed; others appear high-functioning but feel stretched underneath. My approach is warm, practical and collaborative, helping clients better understand their patterns, regulate emotions and move toward sustainable change.
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Victoria Davies
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Kenmore, QLD 4069
My name is Victoria and I am happy to see anyone aged 7+ who has difficulties with regulating their emotions. I am particularly skilled at supporting people with ADHD, ASD and anxiety. I am also skills in trauma focused approaches. I have a therapy dog you can access for animal assisted therapy too!
My name is Victoria and I am happy to see anyone aged 7+ who has difficulties with regulating their emotions. I am particularly skilled at supporting people with ADHD, ASD and anxiety. I am also skills in trauma focused approaches. I have a therapy dog you can access for animal assisted therapy too!
(07) 3088 9070 View (07) 3088 9070
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Brisbane Centre for Psychology
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Stafford, QLD 4053
Brisbane Centre for Psychology is a team of experienced Clinical and Registered Psychologists providing evidence-based psychological support for children, adolescents and adults across Brisbane. Our practice offers a calm, welcoming environment where individuals, couples and families can explore challenges, build resilience and work toward meaningful change. Our psychologists work collaboratively with clients to understand their unique experiences and tailor therapy to individual needs and goals.
Brisbane Centre for Psychology is a team of experienced Clinical and Registered Psychologists providing evidence-based psychological support for children, adolescents and adults across Brisbane. Our practice offers a calm, welcoming environment where individuals, couples and families can explore challenges, build resilience and work toward meaningful change. Our psychologists work collaboratively with clients to understand their unique experiences and tailor therapy to individual needs and goals.
(07) 2100 4778 View (07) 2100 4778
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Zest Infusion Pty Ltd
Psychologist, PhD
Birkdale, QLD 4159
At Zest Infusion Pty Ltd it is our goal to enhance your vitality for life by offering psychology and dietetics services which are grounded in a mindful approach to living. We offer a comprehensive array of individual, group therapy, and personal well-being programs, mindfulness meditation groups and zest products to enhance vitality.
At Zest Infusion Pty Ltd it is our goal to enhance your vitality for life by offering psychology and dietetics services which are grounded in a mindful approach to living. We offer a comprehensive array of individual, group therapy, and personal well-being programs, mindfulness meditation groups and zest products to enhance vitality.
(07) 3186 9431 View (07) 3186 9431
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Ali Ponturo
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Wellington Point, QLD 4160
How we feel has a big effect on how we see ourselves, others and our world. These feelings can be frustrating, scary, hurtful or worrying. They can either have been there for most of our lives, gradually crept up on us or come as a result of our current situation. Often, when we are struggling, the most challenging part is not understanding what we are feeling or thinking, understanding why or knowing what to do about it.
How we feel has a big effect on how we see ourselves, others and our world. These feelings can be frustrating, scary, hurtful or worrying. They can either have been there for most of our lives, gradually crept up on us or come as a result of our current situation. Often, when we are struggling, the most challenging part is not understanding what we are feeling or thinking, understanding why or knowing what to do about it.
(07) 3477 9943 View (07) 3477 9943
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Lucid Therapies
Counsellor, PACFA
Alderley, QLD 4051
Hello my name is Celia. I offer counselling to all ages to support healing, clarity and reconnection. Here, I honour your whole being - mind, body, heart and spirit. 
I provide holistic counselling to adults and adolescents and I provide Synergetic Play Therapy for children and tweens. I support people who have been impacted by domestic and sexual abuse, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship struggles, low self-worth and parents needing guidance. I also help those feeling stuck, highly sensitive, or wanting to understand themselves more deeply.
Hello my name is Celia. I offer counselling to all ages to support healing, clarity and reconnection. Here, I honour your whole being - mind, body, heart and spirit. 
I provide holistic counselling to adults and adolescents and I provide Synergetic Play Therapy for children and tweens. I support people who have been impacted by domestic and sexual abuse, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship struggles, low self-worth and parents needing guidance. I also help those feeling stuck, highly sensitive, or wanting to understand themselves more deeply.
(07) 2100 4187 View (07) 2100 4187
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Una L Window
Social Worker, AMHSW
Annerley, QLD 4103
Are you living with childhood trauma, disability, parenting issues, PND, BiPolar Affective Disorder, BPD, suicidal thinking or self-harm urges?
I have extensive experience (25 years +) in working therapeutically with people with mental health disorders. I am non-judgemental, flexible, client-centred and able to draw on many modalities to help achieve your goals. Specialties: Complex PTSD, IFS trauma therapy, childhood trauma, EMDR, anxiety and depression management, disability, PND, DBT.
Are you living with childhood trauma, disability, parenting issues, PND, BiPolar Affective Disorder, BPD, suicidal thinking or self-harm urges?
I have extensive experience (25 years +) in working therapeutically with people with mental health disorders. I am non-judgemental, flexible, client-centred and able to draw on many modalities to help achieve your goals. Specialties: Complex PTSD, IFS trauma therapy, childhood trauma, EMDR, anxiety and depression management, disability, PND, DBT.
(07) 4243 4713 View (07) 4243 4713

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Bipolar Disorder Therapists
What is the most successful approach to treating bipolar disorder?
Living with bipolar disorder can be challenging, and a number of therapies have been found effective in providing support to patients as they gain the skills to understand and manage the disorder. Family-focused therapy is often helpful for children and teens (the majority of cases develop before age 19); it aims to minimize mood cycling by improving family communication and reducing conflict. It also helps young people navigate the developmental challenges the disorder can create. Cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) and variants such as Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)help patients manage the thoughts and feelings that influence bipolar mood swings as well as develop specific behavioral strategies to counteract them.

What happens in therapy for bipolar disorder?
Because the patterns of mood switching and its triggers differ for each person and can change over time, mood tracking or monitoring becomes a basic way patients learn about the nature of their condition. One of the most common features of therapy is finding a workable method of mood monitoring, in which patients track their daily activities and rate their moods, then use the findings to adjust routines accordingly. Patients learn ways of handling the many stresses that arise in life so that they do not trigger mood swings.

What kinds of problems does therapy help with?
Like many other mental health disorders, BPD is heavily influenced by stress; therapy provides skills for coping with stressors of all kinds. Therapy is extremely important for helping individuals identify the situations that may trigger mood switching, so that mood swings can be prevented. Therapy may especially target recognition of the early stages of mood change so that they can be managed. In addition, therapy helps patients deal with the significant amount of turbulence the disorder can create in relationships and in work life.

What is the goal of therapy for bipolar disorder?
Therapy helps patients set up their lives to maintain stability so that their mood isn’t constantly threatened by daily events. Perhaps the first task of therapy is to educate people about the nature of the disorder. At the same time, a primary goal of therapy is to enhance adherence to drug treatment. Extended periods of mood stability can prompt patients to discontinue medication, triggering relapse, while the early phases of manic episodes can feel so energizing that patients stop medication, ushering in full-blown mania and the altered self-perception that can lead to destructive behaviors. Another major goal of therapy is to understand one’s mood patterns so as to minimize both the frequency and intensity of mood cycling.