Bipolar Disorder Counselling in Melton Mowbray

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Esther Hastings
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
If you feel anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, overworked or confused or if you are experiencing specific difficulties and would benefit from help and support, please get in touch. Perhaps you are faced with an impossible decision? Asking for help can be the hardest step to take in a fast-paced world where you are just expected to cope and to 'get on with it.' Whether you want to make changes in your life, reach milestone decisions, set new goals or simply find a space to be heard and explore your feelings and thoughts without judgement, expectation or agenda then I can offer you just what you need.
If you feel anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, overworked or confused or if you are experiencing specific difficulties and would benefit from help and support, please get in touch. Perhaps you are faced with an impossible decision? Asking for help can be the hardest step to take in a fast-paced world where you are just expected to cope and to 'get on with it.' Whether you want to make changes in your life, reach milestone decisions, set new goals or simply find a space to be heard and explore your feelings and thoughts without judgement, expectation or agenda then I can offer you just what you need.
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Joan Elizabeth Carter
Psychotherapist, MBACP Snr. Accred
Serves Area
I am an experienced Registered and Senior Accredited counsellor/psychotherapist I have 32 years experience and over 20,000 hours client sessions. I offer individual and couples counselling. I have extensive experience working for the NHS, heading up a therapy service in one of the largest GP Medical Practices in the UK. I now work from my home near OAKHAM. The first step is to meet me for an initial assessment session so that you ca decide if I am the right therapist for you and if so, we can consider how best to address the issues you are facing. I believe that the relationship is central to our work together.
I am an experienced Registered and Senior Accredited counsellor/psychotherapist I have 32 years experience and over 20,000 hours client sessions. I offer individual and couples counselling. I have extensive experience working for the NHS, heading up a therapy service in one of the largest GP Medical Practices in the UK. I now work from my home near OAKHAM. The first step is to meet me for an initial assessment session so that you ca decide if I am the right therapist for you and if so, we can consider how best to address the issues you are facing. I believe that the relationship is central to our work together.
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Dr Catherine Bavister
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi I’m Catherine, Clinical Psychologist. I work with individuals struggling with their mood, anxiety, self-esteem, coping or in dealing with the past. I aim to offer a friendly, non-judgemental space, where we can get stuck in to understanding how you tick, to work through the problems you bring. You might have a clear idea of what you want, but I otherwise draw on various therapy approaches to personalise strategies so you can do what works for you, to make the changes you need. I work with anxiety disorders (inc. anxiety, panic, phobia, stress), PTSD, depression, ADHD and ASD.
Hi I’m Catherine, Clinical Psychologist. I work with individuals struggling with their mood, anxiety, self-esteem, coping or in dealing with the past. I aim to offer a friendly, non-judgemental space, where we can get stuck in to understanding how you tick, to work through the problems you bring. You might have a clear idea of what you want, but I otherwise draw on various therapy approaches to personalise strategies so you can do what works for you, to make the changes you need. I work with anxiety disorders (inc. anxiety, panic, phobia, stress), PTSD, depression, ADHD and ASD.
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Stephanie Lockett
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
In addition I have specialist knowledge of ADHD and Bipolar Disorder.
As a Psychotherapist It has been my privilege to work closely with people facing deep challenges and issues in their lives. As someone who has faced my own challenges I believe I can truly empathise and help those who are in a dark place.
In addition I have specialist knowledge of ADHD and Bipolar Disorder.
As a Psychotherapist It has been my privilege to work closely with people facing deep challenges and issues in their lives. As someone who has faced my own challenges I believe I can truly empathise and help those who are in a dark place.
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Mark Hamilton
Counsellor, MBACP
I also have diagnoses of bipolar disorder, ADHD and autism, so I’m familiar with how difficult it can be for a neurodivergent person to live in a neurotypical world, which is why I specialise in neurodivergent issues.
We all have the inner strength and drive to find our own way forward, and to live life in a more resilient and satisfying way. Sometimes, however, we all need a bit of a helping hand, which is where I come in. We’ll talk about what ails you, what might be at the root of it and work towards a more fulfilling way of being.
I also have diagnoses of bipolar disorder, ADHD and autism, so I’m familiar with how difficult it can be for a neurodivergent person to live in a neurotypical world, which is why I specialise in neurodivergent issues.
We all have the inner strength and drive to find our own way forward, and to live life in a more resilient and satisfying way. Sometimes, however, we all need a bit of a helping hand, which is where I come in. We’ll talk about what ails you, what might be at the root of it and work towards a more fulfilling way of being.
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Dawn Morris H Dip P H Dip
Counsellor, MHGI
Serves Area
Hello my name is Dawn, I understand that first contact and arranging a session and coming, takes a lot of strength, Many I have found is concerned about having to go into details of the concern they coming with or having to relive maybe a trauma. See therapy as painful. Therapy does not have to be painful, you do not have to go into details if did not wish to. Goals maybe to be able to look ahead to see there is a light, to feel heard, listened to, to be acknowledged. A place to feel safe and to look at all tools resources abilities already within to come away the the past and look to future which is preferred in a healthy way.
Hello my name is Dawn, I understand that first contact and arranging a session and coming, takes a lot of strength, Many I have found is concerned about having to go into details of the concern they coming with or having to relive maybe a trauma. See therapy as painful. Therapy does not have to be painful, you do not have to go into details if did not wish to. Goals maybe to be able to look ahead to see there is a light, to feel heard, listened to, to be acknowledged. A place to feel safe and to look at all tools resources abilities already within to come away the the past and look to future which is preferred in a healthy way.
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Andrea Damico
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
3 Endorsed
Welcome!  Thank you  for taking the time to  read my profile which I hope will be helpful. I'm Andrea. Thank you for visiting my profile. I'm an Integrative psychotherapist, working within a humanistic, relational, and developmental framework. I have a wide range of experience working with people of all ages who need support or are experiencing difficulty. I have worked as a constitutional movement therapist since 1984 specialising in childhood developmental disorders in the NHS, private practice and educational settings both at home and abroad and gained a Masters in this subject in 2014.
Welcome!  Thank you  for taking the time to  read my profile which I hope will be helpful. I'm Andrea. Thank you for visiting my profile. I'm an Integrative psychotherapist, working within a humanistic, relational, and developmental framework. I have a wide range of experience working with people of all ages who need support or are experiencing difficulty. I have worked as a constitutional movement therapist since 1984 specialising in childhood developmental disorders in the NHS, private practice and educational settings both at home and abroad and gained a Masters in this subject in 2014.
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April Agustudottir
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Using a psychodynamic approach, I offer both comfort and support while working with current issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, or bereavement and traumatic experiences both in childhood and adulthood. I can help you reflect on your past experiences and connect them with current issues— helping you better understand yourself, your thoughts, actions, and the relationships you have in your life. I will offer you a safe space where you can speak freely about your thoughts, feelings and concerns. These issues are reflected within a confidential and empathetic environment, building a safe and non-judgemental space.
Using a psychodynamic approach, I offer both comfort and support while working with current issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, or bereavement and traumatic experiences both in childhood and adulthood. I can help you reflect on your past experiences and connect them with current issues— helping you better understand yourself, your thoughts, actions, and the relationships you have in your life. I will offer you a safe space where you can speak freely about your thoughts, feelings and concerns. These issues are reflected within a confidential and empathetic environment, building a safe and non-judgemental space.
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Dr Amanda Walker
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello, I am Amanda; a Registered Clinical Psychologist; EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner and the director of AIB Psychology. Over the past 16 years I have worked within a number of NHS and private settings; developing vast experience of working with a range of psychological issues including depression, anxiety, trauma and interpersonal/ emotional difficulties. I specialise in Trauma (PTSD), perinatal mental health (including trauma) and working with adults with emotional/interpersonal problems linked to childhood. Within my work I utilise several therapeutic approaches which reflects the breath of my training; these include CBT
Hello, I am Amanda; a Registered Clinical Psychologist; EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner and the director of AIB Psychology. Over the past 16 years I have worked within a number of NHS and private settings; developing vast experience of working with a range of psychological issues including depression, anxiety, trauma and interpersonal/ emotional difficulties. I specialise in Trauma (PTSD), perinatal mental health (including trauma) and working with adults with emotional/interpersonal problems linked to childhood. Within my work I utilise several therapeutic approaches which reflects the breath of my training; these include CBT
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Considered Counselling
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Online Only
We all experience different states, sometimes changing too quickly to catch ourselves, sometimes not changing as fast as we need them too. I am a therapist that will work with you however you are feeling. I will meet you, your authentic self, where you are at during our session times together. I'm Annie, I am an engaging, supportive and encouraging therapist and will hold your best interests and wellbeing at the heart of the process.
We all experience different states, sometimes changing too quickly to catch ourselves, sometimes not changing as fast as we need them too. I am a therapist that will work with you however you are feeling. I will meet you, your authentic self, where you are at during our session times together. I'm Annie, I am an engaging, supportive and encouraging therapist and will hold your best interests and wellbeing at the heart of the process.
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Kymm Stroud
Counsellor, MBACP
I am a counsellor based in Nottingham, and I work with adults, children and young people, from ages 5 and upwards. I am one of the first counsellors in the UK to hold the Advanced Specialist Fertility Counselling Diploma and I am a member of the British Infertility Counselling Association. Clients seek me out for all sorts of reasons. Your issue might feel like a ball of wool - a jumble - you're not sure where the start is, or the end, or how it even got that way. Counselling is about feeling safe enough to express your feelings.
I am a counsellor based in Nottingham, and I work with adults, children and young people, from ages 5 and upwards. I am one of the first counsellors in the UK to hold the Advanced Specialist Fertility Counselling Diploma and I am a member of the British Infertility Counselling Association. Clients seek me out for all sorts of reasons. Your issue might feel like a ball of wool - a jumble - you're not sure where the start is, or the end, or how it even got that way. Counselling is about feeling safe enough to express your feelings.
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Advanced Assessments Expert Witness Psychologists
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
Serves Area
PSYCHOLOGY EXPERT SERVICES: Psychological assessment, educational testing services and occupational health assessments. EXPERT PSYCHOLOGIST ASSESSMENT OF SPECIFIC LEARNING DISABILITY & NEURODEVELOPMENTAL CONDITIONS: Dyslexia tests, dyslexia in children, dyspraxia tests, autism spectrum disorder, autism spectrum, ADHD tests, and official IQ testing. MENTAL HEALTH: Personality disorder testing, mental health assessment online, wellbeing, and assessments of malingering disorders. We provide occupational health checks, undertake occupational health referrals, work capability assessments and advise on sickness absence policy.
PSYCHOLOGY EXPERT SERVICES: Psychological assessment, educational testing services and occupational health assessments. EXPERT PSYCHOLOGIST ASSESSMENT OF SPECIFIC LEARNING DISABILITY & NEURODEVELOPMENTAL CONDITIONS: Dyslexia tests, dyslexia in children, dyspraxia tests, autism spectrum disorder, autism spectrum, ADHD tests, and official IQ testing. MENTAL HEALTH: Personality disorder testing, mental health assessment online, wellbeing, and assessments of malingering disorders. We provide occupational health checks, undertake occupational health referrals, work capability assessments and advise on sickness absence policy.
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Louise Needham
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Deciding to come for counselling can be a hard decision to make however, it can be very beneficial in improving how you think and feel about the difficulty that you are experiencing enabling you to find a solution that best suits your needs. My aim is to offer a service that is unique to you by actively listening to your concerns in a safe environment that is genuine, understanding and accepting: I acknowledge that it takes courage to ask for this support. I have worked with a variety of different clients, all in different ways, where I endeavour to meet their needs just as I would endeavour to meet yours.
Deciding to come for counselling can be a hard decision to make however, it can be very beneficial in improving how you think and feel about the difficulty that you are experiencing enabling you to find a solution that best suits your needs. My aim is to offer a service that is unique to you by actively listening to your concerns in a safe environment that is genuine, understanding and accepting: I acknowledge that it takes courage to ask for this support. I have worked with a variety of different clients, all in different ways, where I endeavour to meet their needs just as I would endeavour to meet yours.
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Jim Harvey
Psychotherapist, MA
Online Only
You may feel weighed down by life, like family pressures, work demands, grief, relationship struggles, or long-standing emotional patterns you've carried alone for too long. You may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure who you are anymore. What you may want most is clarity, steadiness, and a chance to breathe. You may come because something in your life is asking for care, attention, and understanding, and you're ready to explore it gently and without judgment.
You may feel weighed down by life, like family pressures, work demands, grief, relationship struggles, or long-standing emotional patterns you've carried alone for too long. You may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure who you are anymore. What you may want most is clarity, steadiness, and a chance to breathe. You may come because something in your life is asking for care, attention, and understanding, and you're ready to explore it gently and without judgment.
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Armel Wraight
Counsellor, MBACP Snr. Accred
Online Only
Are you struggling with feeling anxious, low or depressed, uncertain or disconnected? All around us people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their relationships, careers and their lives. You are not alone. Talking about it can really help but perhaps the people you usually talk to are struggling with their own problems or don’t know how to help. I’ve spent 27 years as a therapist listening and helping people find more peace, clarity and joy in life.
Are you struggling with feeling anxious, low or depressed, uncertain or disconnected? All around us people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their relationships, careers and their lives. You are not alone. Talking about it can really help but perhaps the people you usually talk to are struggling with their own problems or don’t know how to help. I’ve spent 27 years as a therapist listening and helping people find more peace, clarity and joy in life.
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Joe Roe
Verified Verified
Mansfield NG18
5 Star National Award Winning Specialist NLP Master Coach. Get back your MoJoe with Joe Roe (she/her) The Mental Health Coach. Shifting you from anxiety and stress to calm, confidence and happiness. Using a beautiful blend of coaching & NLP, working together to move you forward to achieve your goals with your mental health wealth, goal clarity, self belief, motivation, work, relationships and life style choices, cleaning up memories and phobias. Over 20 years coaching experience and 8 plus years in own private practice successfully coaching people just like you to live a calm, confident and happy life, full of purpose.
5 Star National Award Winning Specialist NLP Master Coach. Get back your MoJoe with Joe Roe (she/her) The Mental Health Coach. Shifting you from anxiety and stress to calm, confidence and happiness. Using a beautiful blend of coaching & NLP, working together to move you forward to achieve your goals with your mental health wealth, goal clarity, self belief, motivation, work, relationships and life style choices, cleaning up memories and phobias. Over 20 years coaching experience and 8 plus years in own private practice successfully coaching people just like you to live a calm, confident and happy life, full of purpose.
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Nicola Flinn
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Oakham LE15
Whatever brings you through the door, seeking to change or feel better, you no longer need to face your problems alone. It takes courage to look at ourselves and to sit with the myriad emotions and situations that have constructed the person that we are today: the hardest part is the first step, acknowledging the problem and seeking help. For more information about how I can help you and the approaches we may use together, please visit my website at www.nicolaflinn.co.uk
Whatever brings you through the door, seeking to change or feel better, you no longer need to face your problems alone. It takes courage to look at ourselves and to sit with the myriad emotions and situations that have constructed the person that we are today: the hardest part is the first step, acknowledging the problem and seeking help. For more information about how I can help you and the approaches we may use together, please visit my website at www.nicolaflinn.co.uk
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Christopher Morris
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
3 Endorsed
Mansfield NG21
I have a great deal of experience or working with individuals who have Autism Spectrum Disorder as well as those living with varying mental health conditions such as Bipolar, OCD, and Borderline Personality Disorder.
Hello, I'm Christopher, a qualified and experienced Psychotherapist and supervisor working with, Adults, Young People (14+) and Couples in Mansfield and Nottinghamshire. As a Humanistic Psychotherapist and Counsellor, I believe that everyone has the capacity to achieve their fullest potential. Anyone who is struggling with a personal concern can seek counselling. No issue is too big or too small to ask for support. I believe therapy should be accessible to everyone, when they need it. Therefore, I work with clients of all ages, from 4 years old and upwards. Please email in the first instance.
I have a great deal of experience or working with individuals who have Autism Spectrum Disorder as well as those living with varying mental health conditions such as Bipolar, OCD, and Borderline Personality Disorder.
Hello, I'm Christopher, a qualified and experienced Psychotherapist and supervisor working with, Adults, Young People (14+) and Couples in Mansfield and Nottinghamshire. As a Humanistic Psychotherapist and Counsellor, I believe that everyone has the capacity to achieve their fullest potential. Anyone who is struggling with a personal concern can seek counselling. No issue is too big or too small to ask for support. I believe therapy should be accessible to everyone, when they need it. Therefore, I work with clients of all ages, from 4 years old and upwards. Please email in the first instance.
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Paula Richards
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Nuneaton CV10
Discover a healthier, happier you...... With expert support from a Chartered Counselling Psychologist..... Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or in need of someone to talk to who truly listens and understands? As a Chartered Counselling Psychologist, I offer tailored, evidence-based therapy to help you navigate life’s challenges — whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, addiction, low self esteem or simply looking to grow and thrive.
Discover a healthier, happier you...... With expert support from a Chartered Counselling Psychologist..... Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or in need of someone to talk to who truly listens and understands? As a Chartered Counselling Psychologist, I offer tailored, evidence-based therapy to help you navigate life’s challenges — whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, addiction, low self esteem or simply looking to grow and thrive.
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Dr Sarah Lockley
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Hi, my name's Sarah and I'm a clinical psychologist. The decision to see a therapist can feel daunting and anxiety provoking. Please be reassured that this is absolutely normal. In a therapy session I will give you my support and the compassion that you may be needing at this time. I would like to help you by first gaining a good understanding of the difficulties that you are facing. Using my expertise (from many years of psychology training and work with clients), my aim would be to work with you to find a way forward that is going to enhance your life and enable you to live a life that feels richer and more fulfilling.
Hi, my name's Sarah and I'm a clinical psychologist. The decision to see a therapist can feel daunting and anxiety provoking. Please be reassured that this is absolutely normal. In a therapy session I will give you my support and the compassion that you may be needing at this time. I would like to help you by first gaining a good understanding of the difficulties that you are facing. Using my expertise (from many years of psychology training and work with clients), my aim would be to work with you to find a way forward that is going to enhance your life and enable you to live a life that feels richer and more fulfilling.
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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.