Bipolar Disorder Counselling in Bovingdon

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Dr Lee Martin
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Snr. Accred
Serves Area
Hello and Welcome, Life can indeed be difficult at times. Many are struggling with mental health in ways that are no longer manageable. Our past and present hurts, our unprocessed feelings can rise to the surface. We find ourselves thinking, feeling and acting in ways that do not reflect who we want to be. Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through. As a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist with a PHD(Hon), Master Degree and EMDR(Accredited), I've seen thousands come through my door, with various presenting issues and undergo genuine transformation, healing and leave with hope for the future.
Hello and Welcome, Life can indeed be difficult at times. Many are struggling with mental health in ways that are no longer manageable. Our past and present hurts, our unprocessed feelings can rise to the surface. We find ourselves thinking, feeling and acting in ways that do not reflect who we want to be. Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through. As a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist with a PHD(Hon), Master Degree and EMDR(Accredited), I've seen thousands come through my door, with various presenting issues and undergo genuine transformation, healing and leave with hope for the future.
020 4538 6806 View 020 4538 6806
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Debi Magonet
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Something feels harder than it should and you might not even have the words for it yet. Maybe you're overwhelmed, anxious, or carrying grief you can't quite name. Perhaps becoming a parent has brought unexpected emotions to the surface. Or you're in the middle of a life transition that's left you feeling lost. I offer warm, relational psychotherapy tailored entirely to you, a space to slow down, make sense of what's happening and feel less alone with it.
Something feels harder than it should and you might not even have the words for it yet. Maybe you're overwhelmed, anxious, or carrying grief you can't quite name. Perhaps becoming a parent has brought unexpected emotions to the surface. Or you're in the middle of a life transition that's left you feeling lost. I offer warm, relational psychotherapy tailored entirely to you, a space to slow down, make sense of what's happening and feel less alone with it.
01442 509736 View 01442 509736

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Davina Eluned Richards
Counsellor, BACP
I work with young people and adults who feel anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck. You may find yourself overthinking, struggling with low self-confidence, navigating relationship difficulties, or feeling the pressure to cope alone. I offer a warm, safe, and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly and at your own pace. Together, we can explore your thoughts and feelings, build self-understanding, and develop healthier ways of coping with life’s challenges.
I work with young people and adults who feel anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck. You may find yourself overthinking, struggling with low self-confidence, navigating relationship difficulties, or feeling the pressure to cope alone. I offer a warm, safe, and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly and at your own pace. Together, we can explore your thoughts and feelings, build self-understanding, and develop healthier ways of coping with life’s challenges.
01753 390533 View 01753 390533
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Amy Cumber
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Life can evoke a variety of emotions and struggles. I work with individuals and couples across the UK remotely. I care passionately about the needs of my clients to empower you to move forwards in your life wherever you path is currently at. Life is sometimes full of difficulties and uncertainties we can feel overwhelmed by loss, trauma, body image, addictions, relationship issues and problems in our workplace or home life to name a few. I work in a non-judgmental supportive manner helping you to explore & understand your thoughts & emotions. I have some concession rates available on a sliding scale.
Life can evoke a variety of emotions and struggles. I work with individuals and couples across the UK remotely. I care passionately about the needs of my clients to empower you to move forwards in your life wherever you path is currently at. Life is sometimes full of difficulties and uncertainties we can feel overwhelmed by loss, trauma, body image, addictions, relationship issues and problems in our workplace or home life to name a few. I work in a non-judgmental supportive manner helping you to explore & understand your thoughts & emotions. I have some concession rates available on a sliding scale.
01732 444051 View 01732 444051
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Dr Michelle Acum
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
My main areas of expertise are working with those experiencing anxiety, low mood and psychosis/ bipolar.
I am a reflective, compassionate and skilled therapist who will enable you to make sense of the difficulties you are facing. My approach is warm, down to earth and practical. I offer a safe, non-judgemental space where you can explore your experiences, thoughts and feelings. Using a range of evidence based therapy we will work towards your therapy goals to improve your wellbeing and regain your sense of self. Therapy is more than just talking, it can be a transformative process, offering both insight and tools for navigating life's challenges.
My main areas of expertise are working with those experiencing anxiety, low mood and psychosis/ bipolar.
I am a reflective, compassionate and skilled therapist who will enable you to make sense of the difficulties you are facing. My approach is warm, down to earth and practical. I offer a safe, non-judgemental space where you can explore your experiences, thoughts and feelings. Using a range of evidence based therapy we will work towards your therapy goals to improve your wellbeing and regain your sense of self. Therapy is more than just talking, it can be a transformative process, offering both insight and tools for navigating life's challenges.
01954 770265 View 01954 770265
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Dr Alice Fiorica
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
2 Endorsed
London SW11
I specialise in the treatment of Stress and Anxiety disorders (such as OCD, PTSD, Panic, Perfectionism, Social Anxiety and Impostor Syndrome); Depression and Bipolar Disorder; Trauma and relationship problems.
I have over 20 years experience of working in Public Health Service, Charities and in Private Practice both in the UK and in Italy. I can help to identify unhelpful behavioural and thinking pattern that are stopping you for living the life you want to live; to manage stress and anxiety issues or to escape the deeps of depression.
I specialise in the treatment of Stress and Anxiety disorders (such as OCD, PTSD, Panic, Perfectionism, Social Anxiety and Impostor Syndrome); Depression and Bipolar Disorder; Trauma and relationship problems.
I have over 20 years experience of working in Public Health Service, Charities and in Private Practice both in the UK and in Italy. I can help to identify unhelpful behavioural and thinking pattern that are stopping you for living the life you want to live; to manage stress and anxiety issues or to escape the deeps of depression.
020 8103 3924 View 020 8103 3924
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Nuria Bara-Carril
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
6 Endorsed
London W1T
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist working with adults to address mild to severe psychological difficulties including anxiety, depression, OCD and Bipolar Affective Disorder.
I have extensive training and experience in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and other approaches based on CBT, such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy & Behavioural Family Therapy.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist working with adults to address mild to severe psychological difficulties including anxiety, depression, OCD and Bipolar Affective Disorder.
I have extensive training and experience in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and other approaches based on CBT, such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy & Behavioural Family Therapy.
020 4538 8943 View 020 4538 8943
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Dawn Lankester
Psychologist, MSc, CPsychol
Hazlemere HP15
I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist, Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and EMDR therapist with 27+ years of experience. I am also a qualified Gold Standard ADHD assessor for adults. My sessions are structured and encouraging they focus on client's personal goals. Client's are enabled rather than taught to achieve their own individual goal for therapy. Over the years I have worked in various environments including the NHS and have discovered via my client work that therapy can change lives and create possibilities. This is the ethos and mainstay of my client work.
I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist, Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and EMDR therapist with 27+ years of experience. I am also a qualified Gold Standard ADHD assessor for adults. My sessions are structured and encouraging they focus on client's personal goals. Client's are enabled rather than taught to achieve their own individual goal for therapy. Over the years I have worked in various environments including the NHS and have discovered via my client work that therapy can change lives and create possibilities. This is the ethos and mainstay of my client work.
01628 334459 View 01628 334459
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Psychotherapy Clinic
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Bedford MK41
I am an experienced integrative psychotherapist with extensive experience working in the NHS, private practice, and charity sectors. In my practice, I use a range of methods and techniques to help clients with different types of difficulties, and I make sure all my clients receive treatment suited to their individual needs. I offer a safe, friendly, and confidential environment, and I am motivated to make you feel accepted and understood.
I am an experienced integrative psychotherapist with extensive experience working in the NHS, private practice, and charity sectors. In my practice, I use a range of methods and techniques to help clients with different types of difficulties, and I make sure all my clients receive treatment suited to their individual needs. I offer a safe, friendly, and confidential environment, and I am motivated to make you feel accepted and understood.
01234 864489 View 01234 864489
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Comfort Shields, PhD (ClinPsy), MPhil (Oxon)
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
2 Endorsed
London W1W
Many of my clients are thoughtful, capable people who appear to function well on the outside while privately struggling with trauma, anxiety, burnout, grief, relationship difficulties, or a painful sense of disconnection from themselves. Often, the problem is not simply symptoms, but years spent adapting, performing, or surviving. My work is depth-oriented and emotionally engaged. I integrate psychodynamic psychotherapy, EMDR, existential psychology, and cultural understanding to help clients process trauma, understand unconscious patterns, and develop a more authentic and meaningful way of living.
Many of my clients are thoughtful, capable people who appear to function well on the outside while privately struggling with trauma, anxiety, burnout, grief, relationship difficulties, or a painful sense of disconnection from themselves. Often, the problem is not simply symptoms, but years spent adapting, performing, or surviving. My work is depth-oriented and emotionally engaged. I integrate psychodynamic psychotherapy, EMDR, existential psychology, and cultural understanding to help clients process trauma, understand unconscious patterns, and develop a more authentic and meaningful way of living.
020 3871 8756 View 020 3871 8756
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Ian Hayes
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
London W5
Previously, I volunteered at the mental health charity CAPE, working with clients who live with complex mental health needs, including bipolar disorder, PTSD and EUPD.
I’m a UKCP and BACP-registered Gestalt psychotherapist based near Ealing Broadway. I work with individual adults.   My approach is non-judgemental and collaborative. I focus on helping you gain awareness on what's going on for you by slowing things down, noticing what’s happening in the present moment, and exploring new perspectives that may emerge.  I've got a background in business, so I understand the stresses of the working world, but I’ve also worked with clients facing a wide range of challenges. These include anxiety, depression, relationship issues, feeling stuck or working through a life transition.
Previously, I volunteered at the mental health charity CAPE, working with clients who live with complex mental health needs, including bipolar disorder, PTSD and EUPD.
I’m a UKCP and BACP-registered Gestalt psychotherapist based near Ealing Broadway. I work with individual adults.   My approach is non-judgemental and collaborative. I focus on helping you gain awareness on what's going on for you by slowing things down, noticing what’s happening in the present moment, and exploring new perspectives that may emerge.  I've got a background in business, so I understand the stresses of the working world, but I’ve also worked with clients facing a wide range of challenges. These include anxiety, depression, relationship issues, feeling stuck or working through a life transition.
01748 906550 View 01748 906550
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Matthew Richardson
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
With almost 20 years as a qualified clinical psychologist I have developed a wealth of experience supporting people with a range of difficulties. I have increasingly specialised in supporting people operating in high performance environments, helping people to understand themselves better, recognising and overcoming obstacles to achieve their personal goals. In the NHS, as a Consultant Clinical Psychologist, I provide leadership to therapy services for people with longer-term and complex mental health problems.
With almost 20 years as a qualified clinical psychologist I have developed a wealth of experience supporting people with a range of difficulties. I have increasingly specialised in supporting people operating in high performance environments, helping people to understand themselves better, recognising and overcoming obstacles to achieve their personal goals. In the NHS, as a Consultant Clinical Psychologist, I provide leadership to therapy services for people with longer-term and complex mental health problems.
020 4634 0098 View 020 4634 0098
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Samantha Jayne Byron
Psychotherapist, BACP
London W9
As a clinical psychotherapist,​ I have over 10 year’s experience of working with patients and clients with many different struggles and difficulties. Trained as an integrative therapist, I work in a unique way that is based on your own individual needs. I believe that everyone is different and not every modality suits everyone. I know only too well how difficult life can be, yet uniquely different, we all suffer pain and loss in many similar ways. I feel truly humbled to work in this field and would be honoured to support you. You are not alone.
As a clinical psychotherapist,​ I have over 10 year’s experience of working with patients and clients with many different struggles and difficulties. Trained as an integrative therapist, I work in a unique way that is based on your own individual needs. I believe that everyone is different and not every modality suits everyone. I know only too well how difficult life can be, yet uniquely different, we all suffer pain and loss in many similar ways. I feel truly humbled to work in this field and would be honoured to support you. You are not alone.
020 3984 8715 View 020 3984 8715
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Dr. Aziz Anzabi
Counsellor, PhD, ACC-AC
Online Only
I have spent several years working with couples therapy, bipolar, depression ,anxiety disorders, addiction, PMS ,infant loss and OCD
With over 29 years of experience in counselling and psychotherapy, I am a member of AHCP, ANLP, ACC, BABCP, and IICT. Through the use of various techniques such as CBT, NLP, BCT, acupuncture, hypnotherapy, and family counselling, I have successfully helped all of my clients reduce their problems or fully recover. Additionally, I am fluent in Turkish, Farsi
I have spent several years working with couples therapy, bipolar, depression ,anxiety disorders, addiction, PMS ,infant loss and OCD
With over 29 years of experience in counselling and psychotherapy, I am a member of AHCP, ANLP, ACC, BABCP, and IICT. Through the use of various techniques such as CBT, NLP, BCT, acupuncture, hypnotherapy, and family counselling, I have successfully helped all of my clients reduce their problems or fully recover. Additionally, I am fluent in Turkish, Farsi
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Valdete Kapedani
Psychotherapist, MBACP
London NW3
I work with: Couples & Individuals who present with: Narcissistic & Borderline Personality, Bipolar, Trauma, CPTSD, ADHD, Compulsive behaviour, Abuse, Infidelity, Dating, Marital Conflict, Divorce & Addictions, in a caring, confidential & non-judgmental space.
Using Psychodynamic and CBT approach. In our therapeutic work together I will help you explore & navigate your emotional difficulties, relationship challenges, your past & present unconscious rooted patterns. This will help you develop self-awareness, personal growth, and you will build healthier ways of relating to yourself and others.
I work with: Couples & Individuals who present with: Narcissistic & Borderline Personality, Bipolar, Trauma, CPTSD, ADHD, Compulsive behaviour, Abuse, Infidelity, Dating, Marital Conflict, Divorce & Addictions, in a caring, confidential & non-judgmental space.
Using Psychodynamic and CBT approach. In our therapeutic work together I will help you explore & navigate your emotional difficulties, relationship challenges, your past & present unconscious rooted patterns. This will help you develop self-awareness, personal growth, and you will build healthier ways of relating to yourself and others.
020 3856 4178 View 020 3856 4178
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Dr Brittni Jones
Psychologist, CPsychol
Loughton IG10
I am an HCPC Registered and Chartered Psychologist, Doctor of Clinical Psychology, and therapist with over 10 years experience in mental health services. With previous NHS experience in a specialist hospital for adults with personality disorders, as well as at Great Ormond Street Hospital and psychotherapy services for adolescents and adults with mental and physical health conditions, I have the knowledge and professional experience to help with a wide variety of difficulties. I offer specialist assessments and therapy for children, adolescents, and adults.
I am an HCPC Registered and Chartered Psychologist, Doctor of Clinical Psychology, and therapist with over 10 years experience in mental health services. With previous NHS experience in a specialist hospital for adults with personality disorders, as well as at Great Ormond Street Hospital and psychotherapy services for adolescents and adults with mental and physical health conditions, I have the knowledge and professional experience to help with a wide variety of difficulties. I offer specialist assessments and therapy for children, adolescents, and adults.
020 3872 2631 View 020 3872 2631
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Jennifer Catherine Bellamy
Counsellor, MBACP
London NW1
Hello, I’m Jennifer. I’m a BACP-registered counsellor offering a warm, confidential space where you can speak openly and feel heard. Whatever you’re facing – stress, difficult emotions, relationship struggles or a wish for more balance – I’ll meet you where you are and we’ll move at your pace. Sessions are available in person in Camden and Hackney, or online across the UK.
Hello, I’m Jennifer. I’m a BACP-registered counsellor offering a warm, confidential space where you can speak openly and feel heard. Whatever you’re facing – stress, difficult emotions, relationship struggles or a wish for more balance – I’ll meet you where you are and we’ll move at your pace. Sessions are available in person in Camden and Hackney, or online across the UK.
020 4634 0730 View 020 4634 0730
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Charlotte Harris Warner
Psychotherapist, MBACP
London NW10
I hope to provide you with a sense of how I work in this profile. I am a skillful, diligent and sensitive therapist. I´ve worked for over 25 years in mental health. I have a particular interest in the way many of us still live our lives in "survival mode" and struggle to thrive. My approach is gentle yet challenging. Our work will be determined by the changes you wish to effect in your life and the pace that feels safest to you. We may explore past experiences and the way in which you adapted to "survive" - adaptations that are still present in your day to day life. This is described as a "trauma-informed" approach.
I hope to provide you with a sense of how I work in this profile. I am a skillful, diligent and sensitive therapist. I´ve worked for over 25 years in mental health. I have a particular interest in the way many of us still live our lives in "survival mode" and struggle to thrive. My approach is gentle yet challenging. Our work will be determined by the changes you wish to effect in your life and the pace that feels safest to you. We may explore past experiences and the way in which you adapted to "survive" - adaptations that are still present in your day to day life. This is described as a "trauma-informed" approach.
01227 949768 View 01227 949768
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Luminous Minds Therapy
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Bedford MK40
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or struggling to manage your emotions? You might be dealing with anxiety, low mood, or the impact of difficult past experiences. We support adults, children, young people, and families who feel misunderstood, emotionally overwhelmed, or who are finding things difficult at home, at school, or in relationships. We offer a calm, supportive space to explore what’s going on, helping you feel more in control and better able to understand and manage what you’re going through.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or struggling to manage your emotions? You might be dealing with anxiety, low mood, or the impact of difficult past experiences. We support adults, children, young people, and families who feel misunderstood, emotionally overwhelmed, or who are finding things difficult at home, at school, or in relationships. We offer a calm, supportive space to explore what’s going on, helping you feel more in control and better able to understand and manage what you’re going through.
0333 015 1391 View 0333 015 1391
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Hidden Gem Psychology Service
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
3 Endorsed
Online Only
I am passionate about trauma-informed care and utilise a whole-person approach. Trauma can often underpin common mental health difficulties, and I can work with you to process the source of your difficulties and/or focus on your current symptoms. You may wish to focus on your current experiences of depression, anxiety, etc., or wish to address the underlying difficulties that have led to these. I also have a keen interest in complex trauma, dissociation, childhood emotional neglect, medically unexplained symptoms, functional neurological disorder, chronic pain, chronic fatigue and other physical difficulties.
I am passionate about trauma-informed care and utilise a whole-person approach. Trauma can often underpin common mental health difficulties, and I can work with you to process the source of your difficulties and/or focus on your current symptoms. You may wish to focus on your current experiences of depression, anxiety, etc., or wish to address the underlying difficulties that have led to these. I also have a keen interest in complex trauma, dissociation, childhood emotional neglect, medically unexplained symptoms, functional neurological disorder, chronic pain, chronic fatigue and other physical difficulties.
01427 808045 View 01427 808045
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.