Bipolar Disorder Counselling in Gravesend

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Alaine Garnett
Counsellor, MBACP
Gravesend DA11
Are you struggling? Could be with worrying about direction in your life, Brain fog with menopause, Anxiety with everyday life, A bereavement that has been difficult. We can work together to achieve a calmness giving you the skills based on your individual needs, therefore enabling you to be confident in moving forward. I can offer an honest and warm environment for you to feel safe to explore and understand any difficulties you're experiencing. Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, you may have a particular problem that is concerning you, a traumatic experience, sometimes our loved ones are too close to hear how we really feel.
Are you struggling? Could be with worrying about direction in your life, Brain fog with menopause, Anxiety with everyday life, A bereavement that has been difficult. We can work together to achieve a calmness giving you the skills based on your individual needs, therefore enabling you to be confident in moving forward. I can offer an honest and warm environment for you to feel safe to explore and understand any difficulties you're experiencing. Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, you may have a particular problem that is concerning you, a traumatic experience, sometimes our loved ones are too close to hear how we really feel.
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Fiona Phillips
Counsellor, BACP
Gravesend DA11
Hi, I'm Fiona. Welcome to my profile. I am an experienced, and qualified counsellor who loves her job. I understand how difficult it is to approach counselling, and know how daunting, scary and anxiety provoking it can be to choose the "right counsellor for you". Perhaps your daily life leaves you confused enough, without having to make yet another decision. Perhaps your goal is to understand yourself more fully, or learn ways of accepting past experiences, and finding a more relaxed, and happier way to move forward. If you are looking for someone patient, warm and non judgemental, I'd really like to be that person to help you.
Hi, I'm Fiona. Welcome to my profile. I am an experienced, and qualified counsellor who loves her job. I understand how difficult it is to approach counselling, and know how daunting, scary and anxiety provoking it can be to choose the "right counsellor for you". Perhaps your daily life leaves you confused enough, without having to make yet another decision. Perhaps your goal is to understand yourself more fully, or learn ways of accepting past experiences, and finding a more relaxed, and happier way to move forward. If you are looking for someone patient, warm and non judgemental, I'd really like to be that person to help you.
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Emma Farrell
Counsellor, MBACP Snr. Accred
Gravesend DA12
Sometimes we can all feel stuck and not know which way to turn. Life can feel overwhelming or out of control. It can feel like it's not heading in the direction that we want. We can get stuck in cycles, repeating the same behaviours, knowingly or unknowingly. You're in the right place, counselling can help! Counselling focuses on your future and moving past any blocks preventing you from living the life you wish. Together we will explore your present difficulties, as well as past experiences that have led to your current situation.
Sometimes we can all feel stuck and not know which way to turn. Life can feel overwhelming or out of control. It can feel like it's not heading in the direction that we want. We can get stuck in cycles, repeating the same behaviours, knowingly or unknowingly. You're in the right place, counselling can help! Counselling focuses on your future and moving past any blocks preventing you from living the life you wish. Together we will explore your present difficulties, as well as past experiences that have led to your current situation.
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Trish Flood
Counsellor, MBACP
Gravesend DA12
Hi, I'm Trish. I appreciate how daunting looking for counsellors can be. With over 10 years experience working in the Probation Service I have met people from all walks of life, with many different concerns including anxiety, trauma, depression, sexual and physical abuse and addictions. I am a qualified life coach, offering bespoke packages of 4, 8 and 12 months which allows me to mentor you to move towards your goals. I work with the whole person and I run meditation/mindfulness groups and offer one to one sessions. I work between Longfield and Gravesend. I am a Reiki Master and EFT practitioner.
Hi, I'm Trish. I appreciate how daunting looking for counsellors can be. With over 10 years experience working in the Probation Service I have met people from all walks of life, with many different concerns including anxiety, trauma, depression, sexual and physical abuse and addictions. I am a qualified life coach, offering bespoke packages of 4, 8 and 12 months which allows me to mentor you to move towards your goals. I work with the whole person and I run meditation/mindfulness groups and offer one to one sessions. I work between Longfield and Gravesend. I am a Reiki Master and EFT practitioner.
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M Ozlem Kaldi
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I am here to support clients who are experiencing challenging emotions and situations, such as anxiety disorders, depression, bereavement, or feeling trapped in repetitive relationship patterns. Our attachment styles are formed from a young age, and as we grow older, we may find ourselves stuck in these same patterns. I have helped clients confront their attachment fears that affect their personal relationships. Additionally, I have worked with individuals who struggle with self-harm and suicidal thoughts, supporting them as they navigate their feelings of emptiness.
I am here to support clients who are experiencing challenging emotions and situations, such as anxiety disorders, depression, bereavement, or feeling trapped in repetitive relationship patterns. Our attachment styles are formed from a young age, and as we grow older, we may find ourselves stuck in these same patterns. I have helped clients confront their attachment fears that affect their personal relationships. Additionally, I have worked with individuals who struggle with self-harm and suicidal thoughts, supporting them as they navigate their feelings of emptiness.
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Rachael Sullivan
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
For the people that are emotionally exhausted from always having to hold it all together. Perhaps you struggle with overthinking, people pleasing, or feeling disconnected from yourself and your needs underneath it all. Experiences such as trauma, difficult relationships, and neglecting your own needs and desires may have left you stuck in survival mode, constantly carrying, coping, and trying to get through.
For the people that are emotionally exhausted from always having to hold it all together. Perhaps you struggle with overthinking, people pleasing, or feeling disconnected from yourself and your needs underneath it all. Experiences such as trauma, difficult relationships, and neglecting your own needs and desires may have left you stuck in survival mode, constantly carrying, coping, and trying to get through.
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Katya Yurtaeva
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
London WC1X
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, bipolar disorder, complex trauma, chronic health conditions, bereavement, and loss, and other issues that cause psychological distress, such as overwhelming emotions that you might be finding difficult to place.
I work using an integrative relational approach. I draw on different therapeutic models and techniques to meet your individual needs and goals. I see therapy as a collaborative process and aim to provide a therapeutic space where you feel safe and understood, and where you feel able to talk about your challenges at a pace that feels right for you.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, bipolar disorder, complex trauma, chronic health conditions, bereavement, and loss, and other issues that cause psychological distress, such as overwhelming emotions that you might be finding difficult to place.
I work using an integrative relational approach. I draw on different therapeutic models and techniques to meet your individual needs and goals. I see therapy as a collaborative process and aim to provide a therapeutic space where you feel safe and understood, and where you feel able to talk about your challenges at a pace that feels right for you.
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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, 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, 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.
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Amy Cumber
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Maidstone ME17
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.
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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.
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Kate Ridley
Psychologist, MSc, FMBPsS
I am a Clinical Associate in Psychology that has extensive experience in the NHS supporting individuals with their mental health. Drawing on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) techniques and other evidence-based therapy approaches, I help people understand where their difficulties may stem from and develop practical coping strategies to reduce their impact in the here and now. I offer a compassionate and collaborative space through face-to-face, online and walk-and-talk therapy sessions. I have a special interest in coping with intense emotions, low mood, self-esteem, trauma and anxiety.
I am a Clinical Associate in Psychology that has extensive experience in the NHS supporting individuals with their mental health. Drawing on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) techniques and other evidence-based therapy approaches, I help people understand where their difficulties may stem from and develop practical coping strategies to reduce their impact in the here and now. I offer a compassionate and collaborative space through face-to-face, online and walk-and-talk therapy sessions. I have a special interest in coping with intense emotions, low mood, self-esteem, trauma and anxiety.
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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Anna Cwikla
Psychologist, GMBPsS
Romford RM3
Jestem psychologiem oraz psychoterapeutą poznawczo-behawioralnym w procesie kształcenia w Szkole Psychoterapii Poznawczo-Behawioralnej Uniwersytetu SWPS. Ukończyłam psychologię na Uniwersytecie Jagiellońskim oraz studia podyplomowe z Diagnozy neuropsychologicznej na Uniwersytecie SWPS. Jestem czynnym  członkiem Polish Psychologists’ Association w Londynie, gdzie prowadzę konsultacje psychologiczne oraz psychoterapie. Doświadczenie kliniczne zdobyłam w Szpitalu Uniwersyteckim w Krakowie oraz Szpitalu im. Ludwika Rydygiera w Krakowie.
Jestem psychologiem oraz psychoterapeutą poznawczo-behawioralnym w procesie kształcenia w Szkole Psychoterapii Poznawczo-Behawioralnej Uniwersytetu SWPS. Ukończyłam psychologię na Uniwersytecie Jagiellońskim oraz studia podyplomowe z Diagnozy neuropsychologicznej na Uniwersytecie SWPS. Jestem czynnym  członkiem Polish Psychologists’ Association w Londynie, gdzie prowadzę konsultacje psychologiczne oraz psychoterapie. Doświadczenie kliniczne zdobyłam w Szpitalu Uniwersyteckim w Krakowie oraz Szpitalu im. Ludwika Rydygiera w Krakowie.
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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.
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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.
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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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Selcuk Berilgen
Psychotherapist, BPC
London E9
I am a BPC Registered Psychotherapist offering short or long-term in-person and online sessions from therapy rooms in Hackney, London. I believe that we all at some point find ourselves at a place when we need to talk, be listened to,  be heard and understood by someone other than those who are close to us. To do this, I provide a safe and confidential space where we can think together, to identify the past and present issues that affect you now and, together, develop the awareness and strength that will allow you to make meaningful and lasting changes in your life.
I am a BPC Registered Psychotherapist offering short or long-term in-person and online sessions from therapy rooms in Hackney, London. I believe that we all at some point find ourselves at a place when we need to talk, be listened to,  be heard and understood by someone other than those who are close to us. To do this, I provide a safe and confidential space where we can think together, to identify the past and present issues that affect you now and, together, develop the awareness and strength that will allow you to make meaningful and lasting changes in your life.
020 4634 1228 View 020 4634 1228
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.