Bipolar Disorder Counselling in Portslade
Julie Bridger
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Portslade BN41
Hi, I'm Julie. Since 2013, I’ve worked with people from all over the world to offer a warm, reflective space where they can build the tools they need to live more fully. Typically, my trauma informed and integrative approach helps people move forward with challenges such as: - Anxiety and depression - ADHD - Hypersensitivity - Bipolar disorders - any feelings of difference rooted in neurodivergence - co-dependency, emotional or physical abuse, anger management professional or interpersonal struggles. Therapy is ultimately about both healing and better understanding yourself, and using that understanding to enhance your life.
Hi, I'm Julie. Since 2013, I’ve worked with people from all over the world to offer a warm, reflective space where they can build the tools they need to live more fully. Typically, my trauma informed and integrative approach helps people move forward with challenges such as: - Anxiety and depression - ADHD - Hypersensitivity - Bipolar disorders - any feelings of difference rooted in neurodivergence - co-dependency, emotional or physical abuse, anger management professional or interpersonal struggles. Therapy is ultimately about both healing and better understanding yourself, and using that understanding to enhance your life.
Carol Mohamed
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Portslade BN41
I have been a Therapist for over 25 years in the NHS, voluntary sector and in private practice. I am passionate about providing therapy in a way that will fit your needs and is focused on what you want to achieve.
I have been a Therapist for over 25 years in the NHS, voluntary sector and in private practice. I am passionate about providing therapy in a way that will fit your needs and is focused on what you want to achieve.
Theresa de Prey
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Portslade BN41
I understand that reaching out for support when facing challenging feelings and events can be difficult. I offer a safe compassionate space to start making sense of your experience at your own pace. As therapy builds a deepening self-awareness it can enable you to reframe your past, increase your resilience and make changes needed to enhance your life.
I understand that reaching out for support when facing challenging feelings and events can be difficult. I offer a safe compassionate space to start making sense of your experience at your own pace. As therapy builds a deepening self-awareness it can enable you to reframe your past, increase your resilience and make changes needed to enhance your life.
Dagmar Salamonova-Clark
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Portslade BN41
I am an experienced therapist with 6 years experience in the NHS and 15 years of clinical practice. I have been privileged to work with hundreds of clients from various walks of life. From teenagers to elderly, and with people across the whole socio-economic spectrum. I am a passionate advocate for wellbeing and a life rich with meaning. Yes we can overcome adversities enriched by transformation and growth. My approach which both; places my clients at the heart of what I do, yet challenges them at the key moments to promote a change.
I am an experienced therapist with 6 years experience in the NHS and 15 years of clinical practice. I have been privileged to work with hundreds of clients from various walks of life. From teenagers to elderly, and with people across the whole socio-economic spectrum. I am a passionate advocate for wellbeing and a life rich with meaning. Yes we can overcome adversities enriched by transformation and growth. My approach which both; places my clients at the heart of what I do, yet challenges them at the key moments to promote a change.
Anita Toze Psychotherapist
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Portslade BN41
No matter what brings you to therapy, it is important. You might be finding that distressing thoughts or feelings are getting in the way. Or perhaps you experience numerous unpleasant physical symptoms. Emotional response is a normal response, but understandably, it can be unpleasant, and might feel uncertain what to do when it happens. Sometimes we all need a bit support and guidance; we don't have to deal with everything on our own, especially when it gets tough. I offer evidence-based therapies within a context of kind, supportive therapeutic relationship. I currently work for mental health organizations and in private practice.
No matter what brings you to therapy, it is important. You might be finding that distressing thoughts or feelings are getting in the way. Or perhaps you experience numerous unpleasant physical symptoms. Emotional response is a normal response, but understandably, it can be unpleasant, and might feel uncertain what to do when it happens. Sometimes we all need a bit support and guidance; we don't have to deal with everything on our own, especially when it gets tough. I offer evidence-based therapies within a context of kind, supportive therapeutic relationship. I currently work for mental health organizations and in private practice.
Gosia Vitale
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portslade BN41
Not accepting new clients
At different stages in our lives, we encounter difficulties that prevent us from fully enjoying life. It can be anything from anxiety and depression, to the loss of a person (through death or relationship breakdown), to deeply rooted emotional issues (such as low self-esteem or inability to form relationships). Other times, we are unable to fully explain what is troubling us - we just know that something is. Asking for help can be difficult - finding the right kind of help and support can be more challenging. With each person and difficulty being unique, I tailor my approach to suit each client's needs and communication style.
At different stages in our lives, we encounter difficulties that prevent us from fully enjoying life. It can be anything from anxiety and depression, to the loss of a person (through death or relationship breakdown), to deeply rooted emotional issues (such as low self-esteem or inability to form relationships). Other times, we are unable to fully explain what is troubling us - we just know that something is. Asking for help can be difficult - finding the right kind of help and support can be more challenging. With each person and difficulty being unique, I tailor my approach to suit each client's needs and communication style.
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Clare Gibbons
Psychologist, GMBPsS
Verified Verified
Hove BN3
Many people feel lost and bereft in an ever-changing and challenging world, and some of you may also be impacted by significant issues from childhood or later interpersonal relationships. This can lead to feelings of 'stuckness', hopelessness or depression, and that you cannot escape or be free from past experiences. For others, you may find that you have anxiety, relationship difficulties or general stress and burnout. Some people may have experienced significant losses and you may find yourself questioning what you want from life and what is really meaningful to you.
Many people feel lost and bereft in an ever-changing and challenging world, and some of you may also be impacted by significant issues from childhood or later interpersonal relationships. This can lead to feelings of 'stuckness', hopelessness or depression, and that you cannot escape or be free from past experiences. For others, you may find that you have anxiety, relationship difficulties or general stress and burnout. Some people may have experienced significant losses and you may find yourself questioning what you want from life and what is really meaningful to you.
Lynn Hamilton
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Hove BN3
Life's journey can be filled with challenges, and sometimes we all need a helping hand to navigate through difficult times and emerge stronger and more resilient. As a therapist, I am here to offer that support and guidance to help you make sense of your experiences and move forward in a positive and fulfilling way. I bring over three decades of experience to my practice, initially as a mental health nurse, specialising in forensic psychiatry and latterly, over the past nine years, within the voluntary sector, where my focus has been on providing therapy to female clients, many of whom have experienced complex trauma-related issues.
Life's journey can be filled with challenges, and sometimes we all need a helping hand to navigate through difficult times and emerge stronger and more resilient. As a therapist, I am here to offer that support and guidance to help you make sense of your experiences and move forward in a positive and fulfilling way. I bring over three decades of experience to my practice, initially as a mental health nurse, specialising in forensic psychiatry and latterly, over the past nine years, within the voluntary sector, where my focus has been on providing therapy to female clients, many of whom have experienced complex trauma-related issues.
Jonathan Easton-Crouch
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Hove BN3
After 30 years professional experience of working in the field of mental health and emotional well-being in the NHS and in various pastoral counselling settings, I have extensive knowledge and understanding of working with a wide range of people at different places on life’s path. Perhaps you are facing a difficult and challenging time in your life; or feeling that you long to know yourself more truly and seek personal growth and development. Wherever you are on the path of life I offer a comfortable safe space providing support, healing and exploration of needs, anxieties and the things it often feels difficult to say to others.
After 30 years professional experience of working in the field of mental health and emotional well-being in the NHS and in various pastoral counselling settings, I have extensive knowledge and understanding of working with a wide range of people at different places on life’s path. Perhaps you are facing a difficult and challenging time in your life; or feeling that you long to know yourself more truly and seek personal growth and development. Wherever you are on the path of life I offer a comfortable safe space providing support, healing and exploration of needs, anxieties and the things it often feels difficult to say to others.
Eileen Kemp
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Hove BN3
Having experienced at first hand the hugely positive impact counselling has had on my own life, I chose to train as a psychodynamic therapist to help others experience the same profound benefits. I now use an integrative approach, which has enriched my work with clients. Working with you, we will together examine and uncover often unconscious or repressed memories which in turn can drive unhelpful patterns of behaviour. We will explore the sources of your problems and aim to deal with the underlying issues, not just try to find a way to cope with them. Only by making peace with the past can you look forward to a happy future.
Having experienced at first hand the hugely positive impact counselling has had on my own life, I chose to train as a psychodynamic therapist to help others experience the same profound benefits. I now use an integrative approach, which has enriched my work with clients. Working with you, we will together examine and uncover often unconscious or repressed memories which in turn can drive unhelpful patterns of behaviour. We will explore the sources of your problems and aim to deal with the underlying issues, not just try to find a way to cope with them. Only by making peace with the past can you look forward to a happy future.
Aurelia De Rocha
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Hove BN3
If you've got problems, I can help.. As a therapist I am happiest when I am genuinely able to make a difference to someone and help them feel better. I have had a great deal of experience of working with many different people, each one of them with their own unique story, and their own way of seeing the world, each one of them also with the problems that sometimes arise for all of us as human beings trying to live the best we can. Maybe you feel anxious and don't know why? Perhaps you've had things happen that are still affecting you?
If you've got problems, I can help.. As a therapist I am happiest when I am genuinely able to make a difference to someone and help them feel better. I have had a great deal of experience of working with many different people, each one of them with their own unique story, and their own way of seeing the world, each one of them also with the problems that sometimes arise for all of us as human beings trying to live the best we can. Maybe you feel anxious and don't know why? Perhaps you've had things happen that are still affecting you?
Equine Enlightenment Psychological Services
Psychologist, GMBPsS
Verified Verified
Brighton BN41 (Online Only)
Currently sessions are available online only. We are able to offer both short and long term therapy for a broad range of needs and goals. We can work together once weekly or more, for an hour or more, alternative weeks/ monthly and one off sessions. We tailor the therapy to your individual needs and goals, combining a structured professional approach that will feel comfortable and safe. As a team of psychologists, psychotherapists and counsellors, we can offer a range of psychological approaches and evidence based therapy to support your healing. Click here to book: https://connect-bacp.wellola.com/organisation/728/bookingform
Currently sessions are available online only. We are able to offer both short and long term therapy for a broad range of needs and goals. We can work together once weekly or more, for an hour or more, alternative weeks/ monthly and one off sessions. We tailor the therapy to your individual needs and goals, combining a structured professional approach that will feel comfortable and safe. As a team of psychologists, psychotherapists and counsellors, we can offer a range of psychological approaches and evidence based therapy to support your healing. Click here to book: https://connect-bacp.wellola.com/organisation/728/bookingform
Phoenix Therapy Practice
Psychotherapist, PhD, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Hove BN3
We are a not for profit therapy service offering free initial consultations where we think with you in depth about your difficulties and your needs. This is followed, if you wish it, by referral to one of our 40 counsellors and therapists. We provide a range of services for those with mild, moderate and severe difficulties including depression, anxiety, phobias, relationship difficulties, early trauma, self harm, gender issues, domestic violence, unresolved grief and personality disorder. We offer individual counselling, psychotherapy and couples therapy. We see adults and children. 8 week Mindfulness Course starting January.
We are a not for profit therapy service offering free initial consultations where we think with you in depth about your difficulties and your needs. This is followed, if you wish it, by referral to one of our 40 counsellors and therapists. We provide a range of services for those with mild, moderate and severe difficulties including depression, anxiety, phobias, relationship difficulties, early trauma, self harm, gender issues, domestic violence, unresolved grief and personality disorder. We offer individual counselling, psychotherapy and couples therapy. We see adults and children. 8 week Mindfulness Course starting January.
Paul Vigg
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hove BN3
We're living through a strange and uncertain time. Whether this is your first time in therapy or you're continuing on your journey with self-exploration, know that I am available to support you and that change is possible. I will sit alongside your most difficult and confusing feelings. My counselling practice comes from my belief in the unique transformative power that every human being possesses. I provide you with an open space for exploration and creativity, welcoming any distress, confusion or pain you may be experiencing. We will meet in an unjudging therapeutic space and form a supportive relationship.
We're living through a strange and uncertain time. Whether this is your first time in therapy or you're continuing on your journey with self-exploration, know that I am available to support you and that change is possible. I will sit alongside your most difficult and confusing feelings. My counselling practice comes from my belief in the unique transformative power that every human being possesses. I provide you with an open space for exploration and creativity, welcoming any distress, confusion or pain you may be experiencing. We will meet in an unjudging therapeutic space and form a supportive relationship.
Petr Eurik Gilar
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hove BN3
I am an experienced psychoanalytic psychotherapist and a BACP-accredited psychodynamic counsellor. I believe that no issue is too small nor too great to bring to therapy – if it causes you pain, you will benefit from opening up about it in the long run. I believe everyone’s internal world needs to be approached with curiosity and openness. My approach is rooted in traditional psychoanalysis but progressive and affirmative of diversity and individual expression. It is suitable for adults of all ages and backgrounds and also LGBTQ/kink and poly-friendly.
I am an experienced psychoanalytic psychotherapist and a BACP-accredited psychodynamic counsellor. I believe that no issue is too small nor too great to bring to therapy – if it causes you pain, you will benefit from opening up about it in the long run. I believe everyone’s internal world needs to be approached with curiosity and openness. My approach is rooted in traditional psychoanalysis but progressive and affirmative of diversity and individual expression. It is suitable for adults of all ages and backgrounds and also LGBTQ/kink and poly-friendly.
Hattie Ward
Psychotherapist, MA, BPC
Verified Verified
Shoreham-by-Sea BN43
Our early relationships and environments can often lead us to over identify with and internalise the projections, expectations, and demands of others. Therapy offers a place for you to get to know and become reacquainted with your internal world. Over time, the therapeutic process may not only illuminate your conscious, but your unconscious narratives, to reveal a deeper understanding and connection with a more authentic sense of who you are in the present and how you relate to the world.
Our early relationships and environments can often lead us to over identify with and internalise the projections, expectations, and demands of others. Therapy offers a place for you to get to know and become reacquainted with your internal world. Over time, the therapeutic process may not only illuminate your conscious, but your unconscious narratives, to reveal a deeper understanding and connection with a more authentic sense of who you are in the present and how you relate to the world.
Claire Louise Owens
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Hove BN3
It could be you have recently hit a tough time in your life and need a space to make sense of it. It might be that a relationship has become difficult; with your partner, at work with colleagues, with your children or close family members. You may be suffering symptoms of anxiety and depression and you are finding it harder to function in daily life. It may be that you are transitioning from one stage to another in your life; leaving home, starting a family or approaching retirement and you need somewhere to work through some of the feelings of anxiety, fear and uncertainty that such a change can bring.
It could be you have recently hit a tough time in your life and need a space to make sense of it. It might be that a relationship has become difficult; with your partner, at work with colleagues, with your children or close family members. You may be suffering symptoms of anxiety and depression and you are finding it harder to function in daily life. It may be that you are transitioning from one stage to another in your life; leaving home, starting a family or approaching retirement and you need somewhere to work through some of the feelings of anxiety, fear and uncertainty that such a change can bring.
Dr Robin Goldthorpe
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Hove BN3
I specialise in providing evidence-based talking therapies for adults and older adults. Having worked in mental health for over 8 years, I have experience providing therapy to people of all ages with varying levels of need. With everyone I see, I strive to create a supportive virtual space to better understand your mental health in a safe and compassionate environment. Therapy with me aims to be a rewarding journey of self discovery and growth. Whether addressing anxiety, depression, or anything else that you may be struggling with, I am here to guide and empower you on your path to emotional wellbeing.
I specialise in providing evidence-based talking therapies for adults and older adults. Having worked in mental health for over 8 years, I have experience providing therapy to people of all ages with varying levels of need. With everyone I see, I strive to create a supportive virtual space to better understand your mental health in a safe and compassionate environment. Therapy with me aims to be a rewarding journey of self discovery and growth. Whether addressing anxiety, depression, or anything else that you may be struggling with, I am here to guide and empower you on your path to emotional wellbeing.
Stephanie Pearce
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Brighton BN1
We all have times in our lives when we find it difficult to cope, causing us issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, feelings of emptiness, loneliness, anger and relationship problems. I offer a place to work out what is going for you, in a safe, non-judgmental and confidential space. Sometimes we are aware of issues that are causing our distress and sometimes not. Being able to work out exactly what is going on for each of us as an individual, can be the key to change.
We all have times in our lives when we find it difficult to cope, causing us issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, feelings of emptiness, loneliness, anger and relationship problems. I offer a place to work out what is going for you, in a safe, non-judgmental and confidential space. Sometimes we are aware of issues that are causing our distress and sometimes not. Being able to work out exactly what is going on for each of us as an individual, can be the key to change.
Cressida Ellis
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Hove BN3
As an integrative psychotherapist (BACP accredited) and EMDR therapist, I draw on a combination of different approaches, so that the therapy is tailored to each client's individual needs. Clearly professional qualifications & experience are important, but I also place great value on the healing nature of the relationship between client and therapist. Therapy is a collaborative process & I believe that building trust, feeling understood & in charge of decision & choice making within the process are all key aspects of the counselling journey for clients. For more info please visit my website www.cjecounsellingandtherapy.com
As an integrative psychotherapist (BACP accredited) and EMDR therapist, I draw on a combination of different approaches, so that the therapy is tailored to each client's individual needs. Clearly professional qualifications & experience are important, but I also place great value on the healing nature of the relationship between client and therapist. Therapy is a collaborative process & I believe that building trust, feeling understood & in charge of decision & choice making within the process are all key aspects of the counselling journey for clients. For more info please visit my website www.cjecounsellingandtherapy.com
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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.