Bipolar Disorder Counselling in Lowestoft

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Everyone is individual. My work is personalised with what a person brings to the counselling sessions. I work confidently with all three modalities of Person-centred, Psychodynamic, and Cognitive behaviour therapy, incorporating the different approaches within the sessions, moment to moment.
Everyone is individual. My work is personalised with what a person brings to the counselling sessions. I work confidently with all three modalities of Person-centred, Psychodynamic, and Cognitive behaviour therapy, incorporating the different approaches within the sessions, moment to moment.
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Ali Warford
Counsellor, MUKCP
Lowestoft NR32
Hi, I'm Ali. I am a relational Integrative counsellor. All this means is that I am able to draw on a blend of therapeutic ideas and techniques to offer an experience of counselling that is helpful and suits you as an individual. At the heart of my work is a hope that I can offer a warm, open and safe counselling relationship that allows you to speak freely about your thoughts, feelings and emotions. You may have a specific reason for seeking counselling and a clear idea of what you would like to achieve. Perhaps you have a general sense of unhappiness or unease, and you would like some help to explore why that might be.
Hi, I'm Ali. I am a relational Integrative counsellor. All this means is that I am able to draw on a blend of therapeutic ideas and techniques to offer an experience of counselling that is helpful and suits you as an individual. At the heart of my work is a hope that I can offer a warm, open and safe counselling relationship that allows you to speak freely about your thoughts, feelings and emotions. You may have a specific reason for seeking counselling and a clear idea of what you would like to achieve. Perhaps you have a general sense of unhappiness or unease, and you would like some help to explore why that might be.
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East Coast Therapies
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Lowestoft NR32
Life can be unpredictable and some experiences can cause reactions we don’t fully understand. Counselling can help gain relief and clarity, helping you to find a healthier way forward. Hearing your thoughts and feelings out loud, in the presence of a trained professional can bring about shifts in awareness and perception. Facing your concerns or fears can feel empowering, helping you to feel more in control. My aim is to provide a warm, welcoming safe environment where together we can explore any worries, problems or issues that are causing you any distress, sadness or anxiety.
Life can be unpredictable and some experiences can cause reactions we don’t fully understand. Counselling can help gain relief and clarity, helping you to find a healthier way forward. Hearing your thoughts and feelings out loud, in the presence of a trained professional can bring about shifts in awareness and perception. Facing your concerns or fears can feel empowering, helping you to feel more in control. My aim is to provide a warm, welcoming safe environment where together we can explore any worries, problems or issues that are causing you any distress, sadness or anxiety.
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Carol Shaw Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
How you feel about yourself and your worth can impact on you every day and in every relationship. You may have difficulties with family members or in friendships and more personal relationships. You may find it difficult to voice your needs. Reflecting on how we are with others and with our self can be revealing and bring about change. This can help you to be more present and involved in your life. These thoughts and feelings didn’t develop overnight and I provide you with a confidential space to support you in this exploration for lasting change.
How you feel about yourself and your worth can impact on you every day and in every relationship. You may have difficulties with family members or in friendships and more personal relationships. You may find it difficult to voice your needs. Reflecting on how we are with others and with our self can be revealing and bring about change. This can help you to be more present and involved in your life. These thoughts and feelings didn’t develop overnight and I provide you with a confidential space to support you in this exploration for lasting change.
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Broadland Counselling Practice
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Hi, my name is Julie and I am a person-centred counsellor. I work from both Beccles and Norwich Whether  you are suffering from anxiety, nerves or depression, trauma or abuse, I can help you look at these issues.   You may have an important life decision to make, that you need to find the answers for. I offer a compassionate, confidential and empathic approach whether working with adults, children and all genders and sexualities facilitating you in making positive life changes.  As a person-centred therapist, I work alongside you as my client, going at your pace, whilst gaining an empathic and authentic understanding of your life.
Hi, my name is Julie and I am a person-centred counsellor. I work from both Beccles and Norwich Whether  you are suffering from anxiety, nerves or depression, trauma or abuse, I can help you look at these issues.   You may have an important life decision to make, that you need to find the answers for. I offer a compassionate, confidential and empathic approach whether working with adults, children and all genders and sexualities facilitating you in making positive life changes.  As a person-centred therapist, I work alongside you as my client, going at your pace, whilst gaining an empathic and authentic understanding of your life.
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More Therapists Nearby

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Jessica Sparrow
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
2 Endorsed
Norwich NR7
The decision to seek counselling, for you or your child, can be nerve-wracking. Sometimes things happen in our lives that make us feel broken or as if we’ve lost our sense of identity. We might feel like we will never feel okay again. Counselling is focused on the client's emotional journey, with their feelings at the heart of it. Working in a safe and non-judgemental space that offers acceptance and care can help my clients connect with their true selves and find their inner strength. If that’s what you feel you or your child needs, please look through this profile to see if I can help.
The decision to seek counselling, for you or your child, can be nerve-wracking. Sometimes things happen in our lives that make us feel broken or as if we’ve lost our sense of identity. We might feel like we will never feel okay again. Counselling is focused on the client's emotional journey, with their feelings at the heart of it. Working in a safe and non-judgemental space that offers acceptance and care can help my clients connect with their true selves and find their inner strength. If that’s what you feel you or your child needs, please look through this profile to see if I can help.
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Benedict Campbell Rastall
Counsellor, BACP
1 Endorsed
Norwich NR3
Welcome. My name is Ben. Seeking a counsellor can be a little overwhelming especially the first time. In our first session I will help you explore what kind of therapy will be the best fit for you. As an Integrative Practitioner I am able to use a range of therapeutic models. My approach is relational and informed by theories and knowledge about attachment, trauma and the effects on the body. I believe that through a supportive relationship you can improve your relationships, manage overwhelming emotions, anxiety, depression and traumas and work through the challenges that life presents and to live your life to the fullest.
Welcome. My name is Ben. Seeking a counsellor can be a little overwhelming especially the first time. In our first session I will help you explore what kind of therapy will be the best fit for you. As an Integrative Practitioner I am able to use a range of therapeutic models. My approach is relational and informed by theories and knowledge about attachment, trauma and the effects on the body. I believe that through a supportive relationship you can improve your relationships, manage overwhelming emotions, anxiety, depression and traumas and work through the challenges that life presents and to live your life to the fullest.
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Martin Alderton
Counsellor, MUKCP
Norwich NR2
We can all at some time in our lives experience times which can create confusion surrounding the path you are on. Counselling offers a safe, confidential space where we can together bring understanding to what may be influencing your thoughts, feelings and behaviours and enable you to take charge again and move forward.
We can all at some time in our lives experience times which can create confusion surrounding the path you are on. Counselling offers a safe, confidential space where we can together bring understanding to what may be influencing your thoughts, feelings and behaviours and enable you to take charge again and move forward.
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James Atkins
Counsellor, MUKCP
Norwich NR3
We have all experienced times in our lives when we feel stuck or overwhelmed. You may be facing a period of depression, having difficulties in relationships, finding yourself repeating unhelpful or destructive patterns, or just looking for a change in your life. I am an 'Integrative' counsellor which simply means I am trained in and draw upon a range of approaches to counselling. There are a number of elements that counselling with me may include. The ones we use will depend on your own preference and what you'd like to work on.
We have all experienced times in our lives when we feel stuck or overwhelmed. You may be facing a period of depression, having difficulties in relationships, finding yourself repeating unhelpful or destructive patterns, or just looking for a change in your life. I am an 'Integrative' counsellor which simply means I am trained in and draw upon a range of approaches to counselling. There are a number of elements that counselling with me may include. The ones we use will depend on your own preference and what you'd like to work on.
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Fairlie Winship
Counsellor, BACP
1 Endorsed
Harleston IP20
Hello and Welcome. I can help you to improve your emotional or mental health and find more ease in life. With over a decade of therapeutic work, I'm experienced in working with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, loss or past traumas, coming to terms with/managing diagnoses, and much more. I can help you to develop coping strategies, build resilience and find your way to a more harmonious life. I also work with other mental health professionals and counselling students. Whatever your therapeutic hopes and intentions, I can help you using Internal Family Systems (IFS) or talk therapy, either in person, online or outdoors.
Hello and Welcome. I can help you to improve your emotional or mental health and find more ease in life. With over a decade of therapeutic work, I'm experienced in working with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, loss or past traumas, coming to terms with/managing diagnoses, and much more. I can help you to develop coping strategies, build resilience and find your way to a more harmonious life. I also work with other mental health professionals and counselling students. Whatever your therapeutic hopes and intentions, I can help you using Internal Family Systems (IFS) or talk therapy, either in person, online or outdoors.
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Jo Barnett
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Norwich NR1
I have a passion in supporting young people and adults with their healing process, when challenged by times in their lives with issues they find too difficult to overcome alone. I am a genuine caring and compassionate Counsellor and Psychotherapist, with vast experience of working with children 11 years plus and adults. I offer a safe, non judgemental space, where we'll focus on your goals and aims of the sessions. At times we're not sure of what is troubling us and causing distress, but know that help is needed. Through exploration of your thoughts and feelings we can develop an understanding of your needs together.
I have a passion in supporting young people and adults with their healing process, when challenged by times in their lives with issues they find too difficult to overcome alone. I am a genuine caring and compassionate Counsellor and Psychotherapist, with vast experience of working with children 11 years plus and adults. I offer a safe, non judgemental space, where we'll focus on your goals and aims of the sessions. At times we're not sure of what is troubling us and causing distress, but know that help is needed. Through exploration of your thoughts and feelings we can develop an understanding of your needs together.
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Jill Tsoi
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Serves Area
My mission is to support healing, growth and transformation. My approach is practical, pragmatic and transpersonal, which includes emotional, and if you want it, higher self and spiritual aspects, to help you become more authentic and more content with your life. I work intuitively, sensitively and in a compassionate and friendly way, seeking to enable you to understand yourself and increase your awareness of your behaviours, thoughts, feelings and deeper aspects of your being.
My mission is to support healing, growth and transformation. My approach is practical, pragmatic and transpersonal, which includes emotional, and if you want it, higher self and spiritual aspects, to help you become more authentic and more content with your life. I work intuitively, sensitively and in a compassionate and friendly way, seeking to enable you to understand yourself and increase your awareness of your behaviours, thoughts, feelings and deeper aspects of your being.
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Becky List. - Psychotherapeutic Counsellor
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Serves Area
Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Level 2
Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Level 2
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Marian Mehl
Counsellor, MBACP
Often the most important thing is to be able to tell your story and have someone truly listen and accept you. I offer a safe space to explore any difficulties. Therapy is offered face to face but I am also happy to offer video calls or home visits if you have mobility or travel issues.
Often the most important thing is to be able to tell your story and have someone truly listen and accept you. I offer a safe space to explore any difficulties. Therapy is offered face to face but I am also happy to offer video calls or home visits if you have mobility or travel issues.
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Francesca Montanaro
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Stalham NR12
There are times when talking to friends and family is not enough. We may be dealing with an unresolved issue from the past, a present problem we are struggling with, or maybe we don't know exactly how we feel but we know that something is just not right. If you would like to try counselling, get in touch. I am a fully qualified and accredited Integrative counsellor and psychotherapist with over 17 years’ experience in private practice and in a youth counselling service. I work with young people aged 14+ and adults of all ages. I am DBS checked.
There are times when talking to friends and family is not enough. We may be dealing with an unresolved issue from the past, a present problem we are struggling with, or maybe we don't know exactly how we feel but we know that something is just not right. If you would like to try counselling, get in touch. I am a fully qualified and accredited Integrative counsellor and psychotherapist with over 17 years’ experience in private practice and in a youth counselling service. I work with young people aged 14+ and adults of all ages. I am DBS checked.
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Karen Hubbard
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Hi there and welcome to my psychology today profile. It is hard to make this first step. I hope that in reading the following, you can get a sense of what help I can offer and what difference I can make to your life. I am a Psychotherapist , trained to Masters Level. The main difference between myself and a Counsellor is the academic training. Psychotherapists have undergone substantial depth of training and qualification to practice. If you've had Counselling in the past and it provided relief but patterns of behaviour haven't changed and you have a willingness to explore the route causes, read on..
Hi there and welcome to my psychology today profile. It is hard to make this first step. I hope that in reading the following, you can get a sense of what help I can offer and what difference I can make to your life. I am a Psychotherapist , trained to Masters Level. The main difference between myself and a Counsellor is the academic training. Psychotherapists have undergone substantial depth of training and qualification to practice. If you've had Counselling in the past and it provided relief but patterns of behaviour haven't changed and you have a willingness to explore the route causes, read on..
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Dr Charlotte Taylor
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Every person’s journey is unique, and I believe therapy should reflect that. I take an eclectic approach, drawing from Systemic Therapy, CBT, and other evidence-based approaches to tailor each session to your specific needs and goals. I work with many different age groups, although have the most experience with children, teenagers and families. Whether you're seeking practical strategies for change or a deeper exploration of emotions and relationships, I attune to what works best for you. My focus is on creating a safe, collaborative space where we can explore challenges and build resilience.
Every person’s journey is unique, and I believe therapy should reflect that. I take an eclectic approach, drawing from Systemic Therapy, CBT, and other evidence-based approaches to tailor each session to your specific needs and goals. I work with many different age groups, although have the most experience with children, teenagers and families. Whether you're seeking practical strategies for change or a deeper exploration of emotions and relationships, I attune to what works best for you. My focus is on creating a safe, collaborative space where we can explore challenges and build resilience.
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Eastern Therapy Works
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Norwich NR3
Are you finding it difficult to cope with everyday life? Are you fed up with feeling the same way? Maybe you have experienced a life changing event, that has left you feeling anxious, overwhelmed or alone. What ever your needs are, I can offer a safe, non - judgemental space to help you understand what's going on and together, we will come up with a plan to help you manage the current situation and work towards your individual goals and ultimately, live the life you want. It takes a lot to take that next step but once you do, it can give you hope for the future YOU! If you feel ready to make a change, please do get in touch.
Are you finding it difficult to cope with everyday life? Are you fed up with feeling the same way? Maybe you have experienced a life changing event, that has left you feeling anxious, overwhelmed or alone. What ever your needs are, I can offer a safe, non - judgemental space to help you understand what's going on and together, we will come up with a plan to help you manage the current situation and work towards your individual goals and ultimately, live the life you want. It takes a lot to take that next step but once you do, it can give you hope for the future YOU! If you feel ready to make a change, please do get in touch.
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Fi Smith
Counsellor, UKCP Trainee
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Complimentary 30 minute introductory session. Online sessions. My passion lies in providing low cost psychotherapy, which I believe enables individuals and couples to find purpose in their struggles and make informed choices to instigate positive transformations in their lives. I am committed to fostering a safe, confidential, and supportive space where clients can freely express their concerns without fear of judgment and feel genuinely heard and valued. I am a registered trainee counsellor and psychotherapist with UKCP. I also belong to these professional bodies UKATA, EATA and ITAA and abide by their code of ethics.
Complimentary 30 minute introductory session. Online sessions. My passion lies in providing low cost psychotherapy, which I believe enables individuals and couples to find purpose in their struggles and make informed choices to instigate positive transformations in their lives. I am committed to fostering a safe, confidential, and supportive space where clients can freely express their concerns without fear of judgment and feel genuinely heard and valued. I am a registered trainee counsellor and psychotherapist with UKCP. I also belong to these professional bodies UKATA, EATA and ITAA and abide by their code of ethics.
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Dr Lisa Harvey
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
I have been lucky enough in my career to date to work with some incredibly inspiring and brave individuals who have been at a crossroads in their life. Sometimes making change felt frightening or impossible due to past beliefs, stuck patterns of behaviour or limiting thought processes. Others were struggling to move on after devastation, illness, loss or identity crisis. I believe it is a privilege to be able to guide those in need at these times due to the courage and vulnerability they show. They are asking from the heart for a new beginning - to break from the past, not feel scared by the future and live truly in the present.
I have been lucky enough in my career to date to work with some incredibly inspiring and brave individuals who have been at a crossroads in their life. Sometimes making change felt frightening or impossible due to past beliefs, stuck patterns of behaviour or limiting thought processes. Others were struggling to move on after devastation, illness, loss or identity crisis. I believe it is a privilege to be able to guide those in need at these times due to the courage and vulnerability they show. They are asking from the heart for a new beginning - to break from the past, not feel scared by the future and live truly in the present.
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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.