Bipolar Disorder Counselling in Alton

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Maddy Hurlstone
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Music Therap.
Alton GU34
Hi, welcome. I'm Maddy, a fully-qualified music therapist dedicated to helping both children and adults. Whether you struggle with emotional expression, self-esteem, or social connection, or need support in coping with trauma or mental health challenges, I am here to support you. I specialise in working with individuals experiencing physical disabilities, emotional trauma, mental health challenges and neurodevelopmental disorders. Through music, I offer a holistic approach to healing that promotes both emotional and cognitive growth, enabling clients to express themselves and develop new ways of coping with life’s difficulties.
Hi, welcome. I'm Maddy, a fully-qualified music therapist dedicated to helping both children and adults. Whether you struggle with emotional expression, self-esteem, or social connection, or need support in coping with trauma or mental health challenges, I am here to support you. I specialise in working with individuals experiencing physical disabilities, emotional trauma, mental health challenges and neurodevelopmental disorders. Through music, I offer a holistic approach to healing that promotes both emotional and cognitive growth, enabling clients to express themselves and develop new ways of coping with life’s difficulties.
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Lisa Maltby Counselling & Therapy
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Alton GU34
I work in a very individually tailored way, I believe in the healing potential within each person and my focus is upon building a strong therapy relationship to facilitate support, awareness, insight and personal growth towards changes. I have over 17 years experience working with adolescents, parents and professionals . I work with a number of clients dealing with trauma, anxiety , depression and bereavement and loss . Other issues I work with include relationships, self-esteem, post-natal depression , transition and changes , divorce, separation . Adolescent and young adult issues include body image, eating disorders, depression.
I work in a very individually tailored way, I believe in the healing potential within each person and my focus is upon building a strong therapy relationship to facilitate support, awareness, insight and personal growth towards changes. I have over 17 years experience working with adolescents, parents and professionals . I work with a number of clients dealing with trauma, anxiety , depression and bereavement and loss . Other issues I work with include relationships, self-esteem, post-natal depression , transition and changes , divorce, separation . Adolescent and young adult issues include body image, eating disorders, depression.
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Donne Scott Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Alton GU34
Whether it is to improve your mental health or gain understanding of and move on from your past, counselling can help. It takes courage to take the steps to seek counselling and I offer a safe, supportive, non-judgemental and confidential space to support you in this.
Whether it is to improve your mental health or gain understanding of and move on from your past, counselling can help. It takes courage to take the steps to seek counselling and I offer a safe, supportive, non-judgemental and confidential space to support you in this.
023 8272 1569 View 023 8272 1569
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Eos counselling and psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
I offer a warm, collaborative space for individuals and couples facing anxiety, emotional overwhelm, low self-esteem, or relationship struggles. I’m an NCPS-accredited, BACP-registered therapist with specialist training in DBT, psychosexual therapy, and intimate partner work. I blend evidence-based models and tailor each session around your needs—because therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all. Together, we’ll explore what’s beneath the surface and work toward meaningful, lasting change.
I offer a warm, collaborative space for individuals and couples facing anxiety, emotional overwhelm, low self-esteem, or relationship struggles. I’m an NCPS-accredited, BACP-registered therapist with specialist training in DBT, psychosexual therapy, and intimate partner work. I blend evidence-based models and tailor each session around your needs—because therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all. Together, we’ll explore what’s beneath the surface and work toward meaningful, lasting change.
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Ben Frayne
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
www.Liberationpsychology.co.uk. A highly experienced Consultant Clinical Psychologist specialising in Adult Mental Health for over 20 years.
www.Liberationpsychology.co.uk. A highly experienced Consultant Clinical Psychologist specialising in Adult Mental Health for over 20 years.
01722 445775 View 01722 445775
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Helen Drysdale
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Looking to make a real change? I offer a friendly, welcoming and safe environment in which to explore your concerns, identify their root causes, evolve your sense of self-worth and gain a greater sense of autonomy. I can help you view your life through a different lens and strengthen your ability to develop resilience when dealing with challenging circumstances. My counselling rooms are in Farnham, Surrey, with nearby parking facilities and links to public transport. I also offer counselling and psychotherapy sessions via Zoom, WhatsApp and telephone and work with individuals aged 18 to 80+.
Looking to make a real change? I offer a friendly, welcoming and safe environment in which to explore your concerns, identify their root causes, evolve your sense of self-worth and gain a greater sense of autonomy. I can help you view your life through a different lens and strengthen your ability to develop resilience when dealing with challenging circumstances. My counselling rooms are in Farnham, Surrey, with nearby parking facilities and links to public transport. I also offer counselling and psychotherapy sessions via Zoom, WhatsApp and telephone and work with individuals aged 18 to 80+.
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Rebecca Ker
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Rebecca is a professional psychologist offering integrative therapy. She has experience of working within a range of services within the NHS and charitable organisations both in the UK and abroad. Rebecca's doctorate level training involved a broad range of therapies and presentations. At the heart of her practice is a positive attitude towards individual difference. Rebecca specialises in offering working in an affirmative way with neurodivergent individuals, and those who experience recurring difficulties. She also leads a neurodevelopmental diagnostic clinic with a multi-disciplinary team.
Rebecca is a professional psychologist offering integrative therapy. She has experience of working within a range of services within the NHS and charitable organisations both in the UK and abroad. Rebecca's doctorate level training involved a broad range of therapies and presentations. At the heart of her practice is a positive attitude towards individual difference. Rebecca specialises in offering working in an affirmative way with neurodivergent individuals, and those who experience recurring difficulties. She also leads a neurodevelopmental diagnostic clinic with a multi-disciplinary team.
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Sara Speakes SLS Counselling
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I believe that strength comes from within, and that we all have the ability to change given the right conditions and motivation. Reflection and a better understanding of ourselves in relation to others, are essential tools in making changes however small or large. Everyone is unique and I work on the principle that "you are the expert on you " but at times of distress or difficulty, you may lose sight of this. This is where counselling can help you to achieve a more positive outlook and a greater understanding.
I believe that strength comes from within, and that we all have the ability to change given the right conditions and motivation. Reflection and a better understanding of ourselves in relation to others, are essential tools in making changes however small or large. Everyone is unique and I work on the principle that "you are the expert on you " but at times of distress or difficulty, you may lose sight of this. This is where counselling can help you to achieve a more positive outlook and a greater understanding.
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TalkTherapyWithClaire
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
My clients tend to have experienced challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, family or relationship issues, bipolar or psychosis (whether diagnosed or not), and find improved wellbeing from talking therapy.
Through professional practice, personal experience, research, and lived journey have all helped me gain a deep understanding of the impact of psychological challenges of stress, anxiety, depression, psychosis and related disorders.
My clients tend to have experienced challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, family or relationship issues, bipolar or psychosis (whether diagnosed or not), and find improved wellbeing from talking therapy.
Through professional practice, personal experience, research, and lived journey have all helped me gain a deep understanding of the impact of psychological challenges of stress, anxiety, depression, psychosis and related disorders.
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Dr Hubert Fanka
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Sensation of being stuck, depressed, worried, struggling to cope with your feelings, mood changes, trauma memories, hearing distressing voices, suicidal thoughts and urges, adjustment difficulties, addiction, being different and interpersonal difficulties, and willing to move forward and find new ways of coping effectively, “YES i can help". In our sessions, we will use an integrative approach, a mixture Cognitive, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, (DBT CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing, (EMDR), Compassionate Focused Therapy, (CFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, (ACT) depending on your individual needs.
Sensation of being stuck, depressed, worried, struggling to cope with your feelings, mood changes, trauma memories, hearing distressing voices, suicidal thoughts and urges, adjustment difficulties, addiction, being different and interpersonal difficulties, and willing to move forward and find new ways of coping effectively, “YES i can help". In our sessions, we will use an integrative approach, a mixture Cognitive, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, (DBT CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing, (EMDR), Compassionate Focused Therapy, (CFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, (ACT) depending on your individual needs.
023 9431 1717 View 023 9431 1717
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Colin Beckwith Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Havant PO9
Counselling can be really helpful when you just need someone to talk to and it can offer so much more. When you are feeling like something is just not right or life seems so challenging, talking to a Counsellor can make the difference. Many people just want to feel better and get a sense of relief from the turmoil of life. It may be that a life event has really impacted on you, such as a bereavement, trauma or loss of a job. You may feel like the world just does not understand you or perhaps you are struggling to come to terms with your sexuality. There are many many different reasons why people choose counselling. We're all unique.
Counselling can be really helpful when you just need someone to talk to and it can offer so much more. When you are feeling like something is just not right or life seems so challenging, talking to a Counsellor can make the difference. Many people just want to feel better and get a sense of relief from the turmoil of life. It may be that a life event has really impacted on you, such as a bereavement, trauma or loss of a job. You may feel like the world just does not understand you or perhaps you are struggling to come to terms with your sexuality. There are many many different reasons why people choose counselling. We're all unique.
07401 292314 View 07401 292314
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Corinne Marsh
Psychotherapist, MA, MHGI
Sometimes we can find ourselves in a place where we 'can't see the wood for the trees'. We feel as if we have little or no control over ours or others behaviour. That the direction your life is taking, is going the wrong way. Accompanying this here can often be a sense of loss or injustice, of not being able to imagine a better future. With up to date psychological understanding there is a better future. Building on your own knowledge and resources we can identify your personal goals and what you want out of your appointments. This tailored approach will work with you to resolve your barriers to achieving success.
Sometimes we can find ourselves in a place where we 'can't see the wood for the trees'. We feel as if we have little or no control over ours or others behaviour. That the direction your life is taking, is going the wrong way. Accompanying this here can often be a sense of loss or injustice, of not being able to imagine a better future. With up to date psychological understanding there is a better future. Building on your own knowledge and resources we can identify your personal goals and what you want out of your appointments. This tailored approach will work with you to resolve your barriers to achieving success.
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Helen-Melissa Crew
Counsellor, MBACP
Fareham PO16
Are you feeling sad, anxious or stressed? Is life feeling overwhelming or too challenging? Perhaps you are needing help to overcome anxiety, panic attacks, depression, are suffering low self-confidence or are experiencing relationship or family difficulties? Whatever your reason for counselling, whether it's big or small... get in touch to see how I can help. I am a fully qualified BACP Counsellor and Psychotherapist offering a professional, confidential Counselling Service.
Are you feeling sad, anxious or stressed? Is life feeling overwhelming or too challenging? Perhaps you are needing help to overcome anxiety, panic attacks, depression, are suffering low self-confidence or are experiencing relationship or family difficulties? Whatever your reason for counselling, whether it's big or small... get in touch to see how I can help. I am a fully qualified BACP Counsellor and Psychotherapist offering a professional, confidential Counselling Service.
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Christine Boyd
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Reading RG4
My name is Christine and I have been a practising counsellor and psychotherapist in the Thames Valley, (Sonning Common) near Reading, RG4 and in Paddington, London W2 for over twenty years. I am fully committed to providing counselling and psychotherapy in a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment.
My name is Christine and I have been a practising counsellor and psychotherapist in the Thames Valley, (Sonning Common) near Reading, RG4 and in Paddington, London W2 for over twenty years. I am fully committed to providing counselling and psychotherapy in a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment.
0118 207 2461 View 0118 207 2461
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Caroline Button
Counsellor, BACP
1 Endorsed
Are you living with a chronic health condition or disability? It can feel overwhelming and exhausting to meet the expectations of others and even your own. You may long to be seen, heard, and understood. My area of expertise is disability and chronic health conditions. I am passionate about enabling and empowering individuals to live the best life they can – despite the obstacles and experiences life has thrown at them. Your life experiences are unique to you. Together, in a compassionate environment, we can explore the challenges you face.
Are you living with a chronic health condition or disability? It can feel overwhelming and exhausting to meet the expectations of others and even your own. You may long to be seen, heard, and understood. My area of expertise is disability and chronic health conditions. I am passionate about enabling and empowering individuals to live the best life they can – despite the obstacles and experiences life has thrown at them. Your life experiences are unique to you. Together, in a compassionate environment, we can explore the challenges you face.
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Inner Citadel Psychotherapy Centre
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Our clinic offers evidence-based psychological therapies. We provide a confidential space where individuals can explore emotional difficulties that may be longstanding, complex, or resistant to change. Informed by relational models that emphasise the therapeutic relationship as a dynamic, co-created process, our work supports meaningful, lasting change through sustained attention to the deeper layers of the mind. This integrative approach is supported by a growing body of clinical research demonstrating its effectiveness, especially in complex or chronic cases, with benefits that often continue beyond the duration of therapy.
Our clinic offers evidence-based psychological therapies. We provide a confidential space where individuals can explore emotional difficulties that may be longstanding, complex, or resistant to change. Informed by relational models that emphasise the therapeutic relationship as a dynamic, co-created process, our work supports meaningful, lasting change through sustained attention to the deeper layers of the mind. This integrative approach is supported by a growing body of clinical research demonstrating its effectiveness, especially in complex or chronic cases, with benefits that often continue beyond the duration of therapy.
01865 638842 View 01865 638842
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Anna Gosling
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
I work with people who are struggling to manage a range of issues - including anxiety, stress, depression, phobias, OCD, grief, trauma, relationship issues, bi-polar disorder, hoarding issues. I offer a non-judgemental, warm, safe space to think about the main issue troubling you at the moment, how it may be effecting your mood, your relationships, your day to day activities. We will also think about strengths you have and how you can build on these to develop more useful and helpful coping strategies.
I work with people who are struggling to manage a range of issues - including anxiety, stress, depression, phobias, OCD, grief, trauma, relationship issues, bi-polar disorder, hoarding issues. I offer a non-judgemental, warm, safe space to think about the main issue troubling you at the moment, how it may be effecting your mood, your relationships, your day to day activities. We will also think about strengths you have and how you can build on these to develop more useful and helpful coping strategies.
01306 775785 View 01306 775785
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Barbara Volkar
Counsellor, MBACP
Staines TW18
I have experience in working with anxiety, depression, anger management, eating disorders, addictions, relationship issues, sexual assault, and work related stress issues. With couples I deal with communication styles, relational and attachment patterns and I am particularly interested in the complex issues surrounding infidelity and betrayal.
I have experience in working with anxiety, depression, anger management, eating disorders, addictions, relationship issues, sexual assault, and work related stress issues. With couples I deal with communication styles, relational and attachment patterns and I am particularly interested in the complex issues surrounding infidelity and betrayal.
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Dr Claudia Copestake
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
Hello and welcome to Victory Psychology. I am a consultant clinical psychologist working with Veterans, and adults (16+) experiencing mental health difficulties, covering Dorset, surrounding areas, but mostly I am online. Aswell as having specialist skills in treating combat and civilian PTSD, and complex trauma, I also I treat anxiety disorders, depression, OCD, and peri natal mental health. I also specialise in therapy for those who have sustained brain injury, stroke, life changing injuries and neurological disorders. In addition, I conduct cognitive capacity assessments for legal teams and the court.
Hello and welcome to Victory Psychology. I am a consultant clinical psychologist working with Veterans, and adults (16+) experiencing mental health difficulties, covering Dorset, surrounding areas, but mostly I am online. Aswell as having specialist skills in treating combat and civilian PTSD, and complex trauma, I also I treat anxiety disorders, depression, OCD, and peri natal mental health. I also specialise in therapy for those who have sustained brain injury, stroke, life changing injuries and neurological disorders. In addition, I conduct cognitive capacity assessments for legal teams and the court.
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Sharmila Logathas
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
You've reached this page for many reasons, from being diagnosed with a mental health problem to feeling stuck and unable to progress in particular areas of life. I work from the premise that you are an active participant in therapy and hold choice and responsibility in how you want to move forward, whether this includes making sense of, accepting and processing things that have happened to you, or developing existing skills and building new strategies to cope with life's challenges.
You've reached this page for many reasons, from being diagnosed with a mental health problem to feeling stuck and unable to progress in particular areas of life. I work from the premise that you are an active participant in therapy and hold choice and responsibility in how you want to move forward, whether this includes making sense of, accepting and processing things that have happened to you, or developing existing skills and building new strategies to cope with life's challenges.
07749 555969 View 07749 555969

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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.