Bipolar Disorder Counselling in Birmingham

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Mabin Keyong Ma
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified
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With a diverse background in community psychological services, NHS secondary care affective disorder services, specialist eating disorder services, and NeuroDevelopmental Disorder services, I possess a wealth of experience in addressing a wide range of issues, including ADHD, autism, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, emotion dysregulation, borderline/ bipolar personality disorders and trauma. Utilising my multi-disciplinary training, I am able to tailor treatment to meet the specific needs of each client, rather than requiring clients to adapt to a pre-determined model.
020 4538 4999
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Birmingham B1
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Hong Leung
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
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Hi there, this is Hong. I have been practicing as a Counsellor for over 18 years, working with people from different backgrounds and cultures. My counseling style is person-centered with integrative approaches. I can tailor the therapy to your needs in order to best support you. I like to focus on identifying your strengths and inner resources and helping you to maximize them to overcome your obstacles. I'm here to help you sort through the things that are difficult at the moment, and offer you a safe place to be open without fear of judgment.
0121 661 7706
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Birmingham B30
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Laura Gwilt
Hi, I'm Laura! In a compassionate and authentic setting, my work involves empowering children, young people and adults. Individuals with whom I work with are able to explore their thoughts, feelings and behaviours in a safe environment, leading to improved psychological well-being. I have worked with children, young people and adults who have experienced trauma and abuse, whilst being trained in the treatment of anxiety, depression, and eating disorders. Authenticity and honesty are amongst my main priorities during treatment, ensuring clients leave therapy feeling informed and confident in managing their mental wellbeing.
01564 335976
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Birmingham B15
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Sharon Hinsull
Psychotherapist, MBACP
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Seeking out the services of a suitable therapist can be a daunting prospect at the best of times. Perhaps you're currently undergoing a particularly stressful or distressing period in your life, struggling to cope with mounting pressures at home or work, experiencing feelings of sadness or loss, relationship difficulties, or unforeseen changes in your personal circumstances. Maybe you are seeking help with a mental health issue such as anxiety or depression, aiming to find ways of better managing your condition and its impact on your everyday life. Whatever your reasons for seeking therapy, I'm here to offer you my support.
0121 728 2398
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Birmingham B4
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Dr Rosalind Brock
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
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Hello, I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist. I can offer you a warm, supportive environment in which to explore and understand the issues that have brought you to therapy. Using evidence-based interventions, we can work collaboratively together towards change. For almost twenty years, I have been working with adults with a variety of difficulties including PTSD, complex trauma, anxiety, depression, OCD, phobia, attachment difficulties, birth trauma, baby loss, childhood or relationship issues and eating difficulties. I have a wealth of experience from both NHS and private settings to draw on to support you.
0121 728 6567
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Birmingham B38
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Farishta Jalal
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified
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Hello and welcome to my page. I am Farishta Jalal. I am an accredited Cognitive Behaviour Therapist having gained my Postgraduate Diploma in CBT at the University of Derby. I am also a qualified and experienced EMDR Therapist. I have experience of working with adults aged 16+, presenting with a wide range of psychological difficulties. Areas of expertise include: Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, OCD, social anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, Post-natal depression, and workplace stress. I have a particular interest in the area of psychological trauma including childhood sexual abuse, RTA, bullying, domestic violence, one-off traumas and complicated grief.
0121 728 6554
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Birmingham B16
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Andrew Peter Murray
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCS Prof Accred
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You have made it this far because you have realised that this issue is now causing you emotional or psychological pain.  You owe it to yourself to take the next step and go and reach out for help whether it be with myself or another therapist.  Don't let yourself down any longer,  I wish you well and know from my own experience a little more awareness can create in you the healing you ache for. I will provide a unique tailored therapy that is yours alone.
0121 726 4750
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Birmingham B33
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Trauma Informed Psychotherapy - Tranam MBACP
Psychotherapist, MBACP
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I am a trauma informed humanistic integrative psychotherapist, with over 10 years experience working with children and adults. I have been fortunate enough to have a large scope of practise, that has spanned over several years from; university counsellor, working with refugees, medical insurance and NHS settings. I work with a broad range of presenting problems . My training and my approach is rooted in evidence based practices, from neuroscience to somatic practices, as-well as being culturally affirming and solution- focused.
0121 387 3682
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Birmingham B17
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Elizabeth Doggart Associates Ltd
Psychotherapist, PsychD, MBABCP
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EDA Associates are a team of highly experienced Counsellors and Psychotherapists providing a range of therapies to help with Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Low Self Esteem and all Trauma based issues including PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder). Our therapists are qualified in CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), EMDR (Eye Movement Desenistisation and Reprocessing) and Integrative Counselling. We work with Adults, Children and Adolescents. We see clients who self refer, as well as those who may have insurance such as BUPA or Aviva. We are always happy to discuss your counselling needs prior to your making an appointment.
0121 285 7990
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Birmingham B17
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Raj Bassi
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
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I am an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) and have completed a degree in Psychology and primarily practice cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). I have over ten years experience of working within a range of NHS mental health services in London and the West Midlands in treating depression, anxiety disorders and trauma in adults and children by way of delivering effective treatment and providing evidence-based procedures.
0121 809 6158
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Birmingham B15
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Joanne Doyle
Psychotherapist, MBACP
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I can help you explore and make sense of previous events and recurring patterns in your life such as childhood experiences, trauma, relationship problems and breakdowns. By exploring your issues in the confidential space I offer, your understanding of how you have arrived at this current position in life will increase. I will listen to you with great attention and respect. For 10 years I have helped many people to reach a place of acceptance and fresh insight on how to move forward positively. I am able to work in a Solution Focused way to assist you identify your strengths, achieve your goals and regain a greater sense of purpose.
0121 728 2334
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Birmingham B9
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Jo Mbaeru
Counsellor, MBACP
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Verified
Thank you for visiting my profile. I am a BACP-registered integrative counsellor with extensive experience. I am trained in person-centred, CBT, Gestalt, and psychodynamic modalities, and I deal with people from all walks of life in a multicultural setting. If you're dealing with grief, relationship issues, poor self-esteem, depression, anxiety, or dread of the future, talking about it and figuring out why you live the way you do and how you're going to go on might help.
01564 334662
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Birmingham B13
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Nadia Stefanova Terzieva
I believe in healing and I done it myself using the modality of IFS by Richard Schwartz and I am still healing discovering new hidden corners in my psychic. Being with childhood developmental trauma myself in a home, where my emotional needs were not taken care and I was neglected, I know very well how you might feel. I know also that it is important to put your intention in the universe or make a goal for your healing then for sure you will be able to succeed to accomplish it. It do not need to be difficult neither so time consuming. I will teach you how to use IFS and you will be able to heal in between sessions.
0121 817 7905
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Birmingham B8
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The Growth & Guidance Clinic
Psychotherapist, MSc
My Name is Letoya Bailey and I consider myself an incredibly grateful person. Every day I get to do work that not only feels meaningful and fulfilling but also, to me, feels like nothing short of a calling. ​ I believe wholeheartedly in the transformative power of the work of therapy and I consider it an honour to be able to support you on your journey. I work with the full range of mental health difficulties, from short term to those that are severe. Emotional struggles present themselves in many ways, for example, Depression, Anxiety and Relationship Difficulties.
0121 285 3639
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Birmingham B1
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Julia Shute
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist working with adult clients who want to gain more out of their life and relationships, and overcome problematic thoughts, feelings and behaviours that hold them back. I specialise in treating anxiety/panic attacks, depression/self-esteem, relationship/attachment issues, trauma/abuse as child or adult, domestic abuse, loss/bereavement, disability/health conditions. With each client I develop a shared understanding of problems and the aims that are important for them. I offer tailored approaches to reduce problems, improve wellbeing and enable each client to move towards their aims.
0121 817 7145
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Birmingham B45
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Talkwell Counselling Service
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
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Hello and a very warm welcome to TalkWell Counselling Service. My name is Kamarun Kalam and I am a fully qualified senior Counsellor and Psychotherapist Accredited by the BACP. I am also a qualified Family Mediator and published Author with over 20 years of experience in helping people. I work with individuals, young people, couples and families from all backgrounds. I tailor therapy to meet your needs focussing on issues that you raise so that we can help you find balance and peace in your life.
023 8001 7127
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Birmingham B14
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Mandy Ross
Counsellor, BACP
Verified
Verified
Are you feeling confused, stuck, in low spirits, struggling with choices? Perhaps you’re finding it difficult to manage your feelings or feel you could be living more fully. We all face challenging times in our lives when it can be hard to find our way. I offer professional, confidential counselling with warmth, understanding, sensitivity and respect for people of diverse identities and backgrounds. I aim to work with you in a safe, supportive way, without judgement, to build a trusting relationship, and explore the difficulties you face.
0121 817 2885
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Birmingham B9
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Donna Haskayne
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
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Reaching out for help and finding a therapist can be a daunting process. I will work with you to find the right approach to meet your therapy needs. I offer a range of evidence-based psychological therapies and have worked for over a decade using these across the NHS. I am experienced in working with people seeking help for low mood, anxiety, relationship issues, self harm, trauma, emotional regulation difficulties and self esteem. Working together, I will offer an approach that can help you to manage distress and get back on your feet again.
0121 285 4816
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Birmingham B30
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Bridgewalk Counselling
Counsellor, BACP
Verified
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Well done for taking the first step to accessing support, alleviating some of the feelings of distress. This Is the hardest step and a daunting one, but hoping my profile encourages you to start your therapeutic journey. The integrative approach enables me to be responsive to your needs, to tailor the therapy to suit your specific concern. I am experienced in providing therapy to clients - suffering from complex and enduring mental health issues in difficult situations at times. I am well practiced in a wide range of skills, techniques and interventions to facilitate change, growth and to strengthen where there may be distress.
0121 752 2915
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Birmingham B44
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Fianna Pacheco
Are you going through difficult times? Do you feel anxious, depressed and/or angry? Are you unhappy with your life? Are your emotions getting in the way of your goals? Are you interested in trying to understand yourself better to help relieve your symptoms? I’m a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist with 14 years of experience dealing with anxiety, depression, anger and other issues in adults and young people. Talking about your problems can help you rebuild your self-confidence and achieve a clearer understanding of yourself and your relationships. Through self-reflection, we analyse the past and how you are now.
0121 227 4252
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Birmingham B14
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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.