Bipolar Disorder Therapists in London, ON
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Cindy Steffy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, RP
Verified
Verified
She developed and facilitated Cognitive Behavioural Therapy treatments for Depression,
Bipolar
, Social Anxiety, Panic Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorders and Obsessive Compulsive Disorders and developed and facilitated Dialectical Behavioural Therapy programs used to treat Borderline Personality Disorders.
Life is filled with many challenges. We all use coping mechanisms that appear to make sense for these challenges. Sometimes these coping mechanisms stop working or cause us other difficulties when they are used for longer periods of time. I provide a safe and comfortable environment in which we can work together to develop skills and strategies that lead to change that can be maintained over the long-term. I am trained to offer Jon Kabat-Zinn's Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and have facilitated many treatment groups using these techniques. Mindfulness groups currently on hold.
Koye Oyerinde
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
I facilitated Cognitive Behavioural Therapy treatments for Depression,
Bipolar Disorder
, Social and Generalized Anxiety, Panic Disorder, and Obsessive Compulsive Disorders and also facilitated Dialectical Behavioural Therapy programs for Borderline Personality Disorders.
I enjoy working with individuals, families, and couples. This might be the first time you are seeking counselling or you may be seeking for a different counselling experience, picking the right counsellor for you is important. It is important to understand how we interpret our experiences and how they affects us. Our environments also have the ability to impact the way we interpret our experiences and interactions; it can be helpful to develop an awareness of the common miscommunication we experience based on our past experiences and in challenging ourselves to take steps towards wellness.
Jennifer Perkins
Registered Psychotherapist, RP , MA
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
Daytime appointments available - When we aren't feeling like the best version of ourselves, it's tough to engage in our lives in the way we would like to; our daily stress adds up and pulls us away from the things that are important to us. Whether little things in your life are piling up and becoming overwhelming or you are in the midst of a major life transition, accessing support is an important first step to living a value-driven life. Sometimes we are feeling alright, but we aren't where we want to be. Having dedicated time and space to process our thoughts with an unbiased listener can build the insight we need to thrive.
Rey T. Singh; Social Worker Psychotherapist
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RCS, CHyp, RSW
Verified
Verified
Thank you for reviewing my profile. I am currently accepting clients who are facing the challenges of mental health diagnoses and substance misuse. I provide evidence-based, specialized approaches to supporting people experiencing complex PTSD, anxiety, depression and other integrative challenges. If your goals include working with an experienced therapist to grow, expand, and gain the skills necessary to achieve your wellness, I will provide you effective support. My services are geared to assist the general public, as well as First Nations, and culturally diverse communities seeking support for healing, recovery and wellness.
Rising Insight Counselling and Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA, CCC
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS with daytime and evening appointments available! Welcome to our clinic - we are a team of professionals who understand that finding the right therapist is no easy task. We are trained in different approaches such as neurofeedback, ACT, CBT, and DBT, to effectively support our clients.
Rhea Lajoie Consulting and Supervision
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MSc, RMFT-SM
Verified
Verified
I offer clinical supervision and consultation to professionals who are seeking supervision and clinical guidance. I am trained to supervise psychotherapists who work with individual, couples and families and am qualified to supervise and consult to practitioners working with a wide range of clients and issues, including major mental health issues. A registered Supervisor - Supervisor Mentor (CAMFT) I have supervised, trained and mentored more than 90 people. My clinical supervisory qualifications meet the standard for supervisors with the CRPO and the CAMFT.
Nari Matti
Registered Social Worker, MSW , RSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Life is a self-discovery process. The journey may not always be smooth; in fact, it’s common to experience roadblocks along the way, only to find that our usual methods for coping stop working. However, with the right support it is possible to feel grounded in yourself again. Therapy can offer you an opportunity to develop greater awareness, self-compassion, and ultimately resiliency in the face of life challenges. In our collaborative work together, you will be supported with developing a deeper understanding of yourself, and with making the changes that you desire to live a more satisfying life.
Amanda Feige
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, RP(Q)
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
Are you here because you're struggling with a relationship in your life or your relationship with yourself? Do you have a hard time setting boundaries, people please, get defensive or shut down in conflict? Are you highly critical of yourself? Are you and your partner having trouble understanding each other? Perhaps it has you wondering how all of your life experiences and traumas have impacted you but yet, you feel stuck and aren't sure how to move forward.
Waitlist for new clients
My Village Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSc, RP, RMFT
Verified
Verified
Anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, parenting problems... in today's complex world, even one session with a qualified clinician can help you manage the thoughts and emotions that get in the way of finding more peace, more motivation and stronger relationships. As a Registered Psychotherapist and Marriage and Family Therapist, I specialize in relationships and I do more than listen; I work actively to help you reach your goals, I post resource videos on my website, and I offer EEG Neurofeedback for trauma, brain injury, adhd, depression and more. Visit my website at www.myvillagetherapist.com to see how I work.
Nadine Bilawski
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Is depression dragging you down? Has anxiety been coming around to bother you? Is a problem getting in the way of your goals? As we go trough life, we face challenges that can impact us and our personal growth going forward. Sometimes the things we have been doing in the past to cope and get by don't seem to work anymore, or don't have the same effect as they did before. We need to find a new way of thinking and behaving to readjust, cope, and heal from the traumas in our past so we can manage the challenges ahead of us. Lets team up together to take control of your story and make the changes you would like to see in your life.
Trish Jacques-Laur
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
Let’s figure out what is holding you back and how to move forward in celebrating who you are. We all have parts of ourselves we wish were different, parts of ourselves we are ashamed of or perhaps sad or angry with. Sometimes we start to shape our understanding of ourselves through a narrative that is focused on these parts. My approach is one that uses curiosity to explore, understand and appreciate our unique story. Stories are ways in which we explain and understand our experiences. As your therapist, I will walk alongside you on your journey of exploring your story, rediscovering self and re-writing your story that you value.
Susan Scott
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Self-reflection is the gateway to inner peace. I believe you possess the courage and capacity to heal, grow, and achieve inner peace. Having the space to explore your experience with a skilled clinician will help you to develop the insight and skills you need to increase your well-being. Feeling stuck can pave the way to making changes. I am passionate about using a mind-body approach to therapy and incorporate modalities including; Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness. I have an interest in empowering people with High Sensitivity (HSP).
Waitlist for new clients
Brenda Darlene Macgillivray
Registered Social Worker, BAACYS, MSWRSW, CISM, SEP
Verified
Verified
If you have been struggling to find your voice, afraid to express your authentic feelings and connect with your truth; I can help you identify, understand and work through barriers that keep you stuck.
You don't have to keep repeating old, unproductive or harmful patterns. Therapy can help you regain your power, identify what's keeping you stuck and help you enjoy renewed relationships with family, friends and co-workers.
Anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief, loss, separation, divorce; abuse, family and work pressures, contribute to disharmony, imbalance, confusion and stress.
Scott L E Fredin
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Sometimes we need someone to listen us in order to gain insight and understanding, then we can come up with a plan to help manage or address what we are going through - whether it's a difficult life transition, a loss, or stressful life event(s). My approach to counselling is to create a collaborative process to support individuals with their mental health recovery. I work from a strengths-based perspective in order to assist people as they overcome adversity and life challenges.
Brian Darnell
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
** Now accepting new clients. "Hi there! I’m glad you’re here. If you’re feeling stressed, anxious or depressed, you are not alone. Life can be difficult, and I believe that we are not meant to “go it alone”. I support adult individuals as well as couples navigate ongoing struggles with relationships, stress and anxiety, as well as past traumas. I believe that every person is unique, and no one approach works for everyone. My approach to practice is a client-centred collaboration and it’s an honour to work with those who come through my door.
Waitlist for new clients
Jennifer Kausky
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Welcome! My Psychotherapy practice is dedicated to compassionate, knowledgeable counselling for Women, with a specialty in working with Couples. This is a safe space where you will be never be judged. A place where you can find inner peace, joy, hope, laughter and begin to heal and recover. I utilize many different techniques, but most importantly I am concerned about developing a solid therapeutic relationship and a true partnership, and what works best for you uniquely. I will meet you where you are at in your life, and together we will work towards your goals.
Hannah Steyaert
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MA, RP, CCTP
Verified
Verified
Accepting New Clients- Are you suffering from anxiety, depression, stress, grief, difficulty managing emotions, relationship issues, or a lack of self-esteem? Not feeling like yourself? I can help you.
Nate Freeman
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
I've worked therapeutically with diverse populations, in correctional and community settings, with families, adolescents and adults, for about 20 years. My approach is nuanced and responsive; my lens is anti-oppressive, attachment and trauma informed, queer and trans affirming, and psycho-dynamically and somatically attuned. To me, this means listening to, and noticing with you, communication from various verbal and non-verbal levels. It also means witnessing and acknowledging cultural, systemic, and familial legacies of power and oppression and their impact on our internal and external lives.
Kylie Banks
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified
Verified
As a transgender woman, I am particularly passionate about working with members of marginalized groups. I have a keen interest LGBTQ+ issues, those dealing with gender identity concerns, sexuality concerns, and those with experience in the sex work industry. Jordyn practices from a sex-positive/kink-aware perspective.
Ida Civiero (She-Her)
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW
Verified
Verified
I am the 2012 Neinstein award winner for my trauma recovery work. I have been educated, trained & experienced in using multiple therapeutic interventions. I work with diverse human beings with diverse mental wellness challenges. I practice compassionate inquiry with an anti-oppressive edge. I am unconventional & non-traditional. I value transparency, which means I practice with honesty & sincerity & honour how you show up. I assist in eliminating your self-doubt by guiding you to an understanding of the roots of blame, shame & guilt in your familial & social conditioning & how these manifest in “dis ease” in the mind & body.
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Bipolar Disorder Counsellors
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.