Bipolar Disorder Counselling in Crawley

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Sarah Standen-Grant
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Crawley RH10
Hi i am a certified transactional analysis in the field of psychotherapy. I enjoy helping people understand their lives and create change. I welcome diversity and embrace difference . In addition to my regular practise i hold a walking clinic that reaches various needs of my client group. My work is with long and short term individuals as well as groups. My practise operates at two locations additionally i volunteer at a local senior school
Hi i am a certified transactional analysis in the field of psychotherapy. I enjoy helping people understand their lives and create change. I welcome diversity and embrace difference . In addition to my regular practise i hold a walking clinic that reaches various needs of my client group. My work is with long and short term individuals as well as groups. My practise operates at two locations additionally i volunteer at a local senior school
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Rachel Bates
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Crawley RH10
Life today seems to be overloaded by a variety of stress in many spheres of existence. What should be enjoyable and fulfilling sometimes turns out to be the very cause of suffering. In the midst of the busy-ness of life, we do not take the time to address this suffering and instead criticise and blame ourselves or others. This could potentially leave us feeling confused and ashamed. Shame does not heal the pain of suffering. Every human being has a need to be understood, accepted and validated because the human brain is wired to love and be loved.
Life today seems to be overloaded by a variety of stress in many spheres of existence. What should be enjoyable and fulfilling sometimes turns out to be the very cause of suffering. In the midst of the busy-ness of life, we do not take the time to address this suffering and instead criticise and blame ourselves or others. This could potentially leave us feeling confused and ashamed. Shame does not heal the pain of suffering. Every human being has a need to be understood, accepted and validated because the human brain is wired to love and be loved.
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Dr Robin Goldthorpe
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I specialise in providing evidence-based talking therapies for adults and older adults experiencing depression (low mood), anxiety, and stress. Having worked in mental health for nearly 10 years, I have experience providing therapy to people of all ages with varying levels of need. I provide structured talking therapies, with my approach focussing on understanding why you feel the way you do, developing skills to better manage your emotions, and learning how to improve your mental health moving forwards. I aim to do this in a safe and informal environment, providing a confidential space for you to discuss your mental wellbeing.
I specialise in providing evidence-based talking therapies for adults and older adults experiencing depression (low mood), anxiety, and stress. Having worked in mental health for nearly 10 years, I have experience providing therapy to people of all ages with varying levels of need. I provide structured talking therapies, with my approach focussing on understanding why you feel the way you do, developing skills to better manage your emotions, and learning how to improve your mental health moving forwards. I aim to do this in a safe and informal environment, providing a confidential space for you to discuss your mental wellbeing.
01444 718306 View 01444 718306
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Kate Steel
Counsellor, BACP
Serves Area
Hello there. I tend to work with adults who are experiencing or have experienced problems in personal or work relationships. You may be experiencing anxiety, depression or loss of identity or you may want to improve on your relationships. I am interested in what brings you to counselling, hearing your story and what you want to work on in our sessions together. Talking will help you find clarity and make sense of what is going on for you.
Hello there. I tend to work with adults who are experiencing or have experienced problems in personal or work relationships. You may be experiencing anxiety, depression or loss of identity or you may want to improve on your relationships. I am interested in what brings you to counselling, hearing your story and what you want to work on in our sessions together. Talking will help you find clarity and make sense of what is going on for you.
01444 718125 View 01444 718125
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Rachel Davies
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I am Rachel Davies, a qualified counsellor with over two decades of experience in working with adults, children and adolescents. I am BACP accredited, fully DBS checked and have qualifications that include a BSc in Integrative Counselling and a PG Certificate in Child, Adolescent and Family Mental Wellbeing. I have worked with clients: Autism and ADHD, Anxiety and low self esteem, Self harm and suicidal ideation, Low mood and depression, Divorce and separation, Sexuality and gender Bereavement and loss and Abuse and trauma ​​
I am Rachel Davies, a qualified counsellor with over two decades of experience in working with adults, children and adolescents. I am BACP accredited, fully DBS checked and have qualifications that include a BSc in Integrative Counselling and a PG Certificate in Child, Adolescent and Family Mental Wellbeing. I have worked with clients: Autism and ADHD, Anxiety and low self esteem, Self harm and suicidal ideation, Low mood and depression, Divorce and separation, Sexuality and gender Bereavement and loss and Abuse and trauma ​​
01273 092581 View 01273 092581
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Fiona Grace Counselling
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BACP
Serves Area
It's not always easy to reach out and ask for support. We often feel that we can manage on our own or don't want to bother anyone with our thoughts and feelings. It can be hard to find a balance between work, relationships, family & other commitments to prioritise yourself. No matter what brings you to therapy the most important part is the relationship we will share. I aim to ensure you feel heard & give you a space to work through anything you want to bring to help you have a greater insight & self-awareness and I will walk alongside you on this journey. Counselling isn't a one size fits all package it's as individual as you are.
It's not always easy to reach out and ask for support. We often feel that we can manage on our own or don't want to bother anyone with our thoughts and feelings. It can be hard to find a balance between work, relationships, family & other commitments to prioritise yourself. No matter what brings you to therapy the most important part is the relationship we will share. I aim to ensure you feel heard & give you a space to work through anything you want to bring to help you have a greater insight & self-awareness and I will walk alongside you on this journey. Counselling isn't a one size fits all package it's as individual as you are.
01243 979820 View 01243 979820
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Carolyne Keenan
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
You might be feeling anxious and stressed at the moment or looking for support for something that has been an issue for a long time. I will create a space for you to explore things you might not have been able to speak about before. I have a wide experience base as the foundation to my private practice. This includes Psychiatric rehabilitation, drug and alcohol treatment services, eating disorders, acute adolescent psychiatric inpatient settings and work with children and young people in the care system. I work integratively which means I draw from a range of therapeutic models to create a care plan that best fits your needs.
You might be feeling anxious and stressed at the moment or looking for support for something that has been an issue for a long time. I will create a space for you to explore things you might not have been able to speak about before. I have a wide experience base as the foundation to my private practice. This includes Psychiatric rehabilitation, drug and alcohol treatment services, eating disorders, acute adolescent psychiatric inpatient settings and work with children and young people in the care system. I work integratively which means I draw from a range of therapeutic models to create a care plan that best fits your needs.
07449 542566 View 07449 542566
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Lizzie Venter
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Hello, welcome to my page. It can feel a bit of an alien world, if this is your first time looking for a counsellor, and hope I can help make the process straight-forward and calming. Beginning the process of speaking to a professional counsellor, can bring many benefits, such as helping you understand and manage difficult emotions. This can increase confidence and have a positive effect on your personal, social and professional relationships. Counselling can also be the space you need when adjusting after a bereavement or trauma and help find future direction and rebuild a sense of meaning and purpose.
Hello, welcome to my page. It can feel a bit of an alien world, if this is your first time looking for a counsellor, and hope I can help make the process straight-forward and calming. Beginning the process of speaking to a professional counsellor, can bring many benefits, such as helping you understand and manage difficult emotions. This can increase confidence and have a positive effect on your personal, social and professional relationships. Counselling can also be the space you need when adjusting after a bereavement or trauma and help find future direction and rebuild a sense of meaning and purpose.
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More Therapists Nearby

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Amy Cumber
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
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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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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TalkTherapyWithClaire
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
2 Endorsed
I am a qualified therapist with additional training and experience supporting people with emotional, psychological and psychiatric issues such as bipolar, psychosis, schizophrenia, stress, grief through any type of loss including estrangement, depression or anxiety.
Through professional practice, personal experience, research, and lived journey help all helped me gain a deep understanding of the impact of psychological challenges of stress, anxiety, depression, psychosis and related disorders.
I am a qualified therapist with additional training and experience supporting people with emotional, psychological and psychiatric issues such as bipolar, psychosis, schizophrenia, stress, grief through any type of loss including estrangement, depression or anxiety.
Through professional practice, personal experience, research, and lived journey help all helped me gain a deep understanding of the impact of psychological challenges of stress, anxiety, depression, psychosis and related disorders.
01689 661261 View 01689 661261
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Nuria Bara-Carril
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
7 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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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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Ian Hayes
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
London W5
Alongside my private practice, I volunteer at the mental health charity CAPE, working with clients who live with complex mental health needs including bipolar disorder, PTSD and EUPD.
I'm Ian, a Psychotherapeutic Counsellor based in Ealing. If you're feeling stuck or weighed down by anxiety, low mood, relationship problems or something painful from the past, I offer a steady, supportive space where we can make sense of what’s going on together. I also work with people who feel they experience the world differently — whether that means identifying as neurodivergent or simply finding day-to-day life harder than it seems for others. Whatever you're facing, you don’t have to deal with it on your own.
Alongside my private practice, I volunteer at the mental health charity CAPE, working with clients who live with complex mental health needs including bipolar disorder, PTSD and EUPD.
I'm Ian, a Psychotherapeutic Counsellor based in Ealing. If you're feeling stuck or weighed down by anxiety, low mood, relationship problems or something painful from the past, I offer a steady, supportive space where we can make sense of what’s going on together. I also work with people who feel they experience the world differently — whether that means identifying as neurodivergent or simply finding day-to-day life harder than it seems for others. Whatever you're facing, you don’t have to deal with it on your own.
01748 906550 View 01748 906550
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Steven Eserin
Psychotherapist, BACP
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
I specialise in general personal development and couples therapy, working with Trauma, Bipolar and Dreamwork, including recurring dreams and nightmares.
I offer 1-1 counselling and psychotherapy, group and couples therapy, plus supervision and training. From personal development through to complex mental health problems; my approach is integrative but primarily Gestalt therapy. I focus on awareness and contact, exploring choice; Expanding our awareness of ourselves and how we might make healthier choices. You will be supported to explore your experience in the present moment, and experiment with alternatives within the safe space therapy provides. With the emphasis on this moment we challenge perceptions and norms, and support you to push your personal development.
I specialise in general personal development and couples therapy, working with Trauma, Bipolar and Dreamwork, including recurring dreams and nightmares.
I offer 1-1 counselling and psychotherapy, group and couples therapy, plus supervision and training. From personal development through to complex mental health problems; my approach is integrative but primarily Gestalt therapy. I focus on awareness and contact, exploring choice; Expanding our awareness of ourselves and how we might make healthier choices. You will be supported to explore your experience in the present moment, and experiment with alternatives within the safe space therapy provides. With the emphasis on this moment we challenge perceptions and norms, and support you to push your personal development.
01323 700433 View 01323 700433
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Dr Aurora Falcone
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
London SE1
My specialties include Anxiety (including OCD), Depression, Bipolar Affective Disorder, trauma, unusual experiences, and pregnancy-related difficulties (pre and postnatal).
Welcome! I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with experience in private practice and the NHS. I hold a PhD and Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from King's College London. I integrate therapeutic models recommended by NICE Guidelines, including CBT, third-wave approaches, Psychodynamic, and Systemic models. I offer support for stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting struggles, life transitions, and neurodiversity.
My specialties include Anxiety (including OCD), Depression, Bipolar Affective Disorder, trauma, unusual experiences, and pregnancy-related difficulties (pre and postnatal).
Welcome! I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with experience in private practice and the NHS. I hold a PhD and Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from King's College London. I integrate therapeutic models recommended by NICE Guidelines, including CBT, third-wave approaches, Psychodynamic, and Systemic models. I offer support for stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting struggles, life transitions, and neurodiversity.
020 3871 0604 View 020 3871 0604
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Valdete Kapedani
Psychotherapist, MBACP
London NW3
I work with:Couples & Individuals who present with: Narcissistic Personality, Borderline Personality, Bipolar, Trauma, PTSD, ADHD, Impulsivity, Infidelity, 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 Personality, Borderline Personality, Bipolar, Trauma, PTSD, ADHD, Impulsivity, Infidelity, 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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Samantha Jayne Byron
Psychotherapist, BACP
1 Endorsed
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
Richard Charles Hornby
Counsellor, MBBS, MBACP
I am trained both medically (1985) and in psychodynamic counselling (2013) and so have valuable experience in how both the mind and the body operate in healthy and unhealthy states, and how these parts importantly interact. What is happening in our unconscious is so very important in us all. Whatever the sources and maintaining factors in your suffering, I am able to explore your life story with you and help guide you to enable change and healing, or that would be my goal, so that you can find the way out of the prison that our suffering creates and to transform your way of being that frees you up to find a life that works for you.
I am trained both medically (1985) and in psychodynamic counselling (2013) and so have valuable experience in how both the mind and the body operate in healthy and unhealthy states, and how these parts importantly interact. What is happening in our unconscious is so very important in us all. Whatever the sources and maintaining factors in your suffering, I am able to explore your life story with you and help guide you to enable change and healing, or that would be my goal, so that you can find the way out of the prison that our suffering creates and to transform your way of being that frees you up to find a life that works for you.
01444 718374 View 01444 718374
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Wyon Stansfeld
Counsellor, BACP
Online Only
I'm a straightforward, kindly, fully qualified counsellor with 40 years experience of working with people facing serious difficulties and life challenges. I offer a service tailored to your specific needs, providing short or longer-term help as needed. I work with a range of problems including anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, depression, crisis, addictions, low self-esteem, abuse, disempowerment, anger management, bereavement, trauma, illness and loss of meaning. "It soon felt safe to talk. The sessions were expertly guided with valuable interventions and feedback." "I found you so empathic, calm and reassuring and my confidence built up through the sessions"
I'm a straightforward, kindly, fully qualified counsellor with 40 years experience of working with people facing serious difficulties and life challenges. I offer a service tailored to your specific needs, providing short or longer-term help as needed. I work with a range of problems including anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, depression, crisis, addictions, low self-esteem, abuse, disempowerment, anger management, bereavement, trauma, illness and loss of meaning. "It soon felt safe to talk. The sessions were expertly guided with valuable interventions and feedback." "I found you so empathic, calm and reassuring and my confidence built up through the sessions"
01865 638265 View 01865 638265
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.