Bipolar Disorder Counselling in Redditch

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Sarah Maries
Counsellor, MBACP
My name is Sarah and I am a qualified person centred counsellor. I have a favourite phrase; "Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass. Its about learning to dance in the rain". Life is better when you can share it, learn from it and accept it. Some people rarely have the opportunity to experience a warm, trusting, empathic relationship, one in which they are not judged and one where they are heard. I offer my clients a safe environment to explore any issues that they feel are holding them back. I am committed to supporting my clients in finding the right path for them without being rejected or judged for their decisions.
My name is Sarah and I am a qualified person centred counsellor. I have a favourite phrase; "Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass. Its about learning to dance in the rain". Life is better when you can share it, learn from it and accept it. Some people rarely have the opportunity to experience a warm, trusting, empathic relationship, one in which they are not judged and one where they are heard. I offer my clients a safe environment to explore any issues that they feel are holding them back. I am committed to supporting my clients in finding the right path for them without being rejected or judged for their decisions.
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Beata Bakiej
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Online Only
Life can feel overwhelming, especially when anxiety, overthinking or emotional exhaustion start to take over. You may be coping on the outside while feeling stuck or disconnected inside. Sometimes the hardest part isn’t what happened, but carrying it alone for too long. Many people come to therapy feeling tired of being strong, confused by their emotions, or disconnected from themselves. I offer a quiet, thoughtful space to slow down and gently explore what’s beneath the surface—without pressure, labels or judgement...
Life can feel overwhelming, especially when anxiety, overthinking or emotional exhaustion start to take over. You may be coping on the outside while feeling stuck or disconnected inside. Sometimes the hardest part isn’t what happened, but carrying it alone for too long. Many people come to therapy feeling tired of being strong, confused by their emotions, or disconnected from themselves. I offer a quiet, thoughtful space to slow down and gently explore what’s beneath the surface—without pressure, labels or judgement...
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Sasha Hvidsten
Psychiatrist
I am a child and adolescent psychiatrist and see patients for concerns such as ADHD, autism and Tourettes / tic disorders. I work with a team of nurses and therapists to deliver a holistic approach to suit your needs. We have a clinic within a period property in the worcestershire countryside that is quiet and relaxing. We offer assessment and treatment, for autism, ADHD, anxiety and depression, Tics and Tourette's, The correct diagnosis is really important in order to get the right help. Our support doesn't end with diagnosis - we are here until you don't need us anymore.
I am a child and adolescent psychiatrist and see patients for concerns such as ADHD, autism and Tourettes / tic disorders. I work with a team of nurses and therapists to deliver a holistic approach to suit your needs. We have a clinic within a period property in the worcestershire countryside that is quiet and relaxing. We offer assessment and treatment, for autism, ADHD, anxiety and depression, Tics and Tourette's, The correct diagnosis is really important in order to get the right help. Our support doesn't end with diagnosis - we are here until you don't need us anymore.
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Karolina Standing
Counsellor, MBACP
Children & Adolescent Counsellor. My passion is supporting children (5+), teens and young adults who may be struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, grief, family changes, or difficulties at school. Young people often feel overwhelmed or misunderstood, and my aim is to provide them with a safe, creative, and understanding space where they can explore their feelings and develop healthier ways to cope. I also recognize the importance of the family system, and when helpful, I work with parents and careers to strengthen relationships and improve communication.
Children & Adolescent Counsellor. My passion is supporting children (5+), teens and young adults who may be struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, grief, family changes, or difficulties at school. Young people often feel overwhelmed or misunderstood, and my aim is to provide them with a safe, creative, and understanding space where they can explore their feelings and develop healthier ways to cope. I also recognize the importance of the family system, and when helpful, I work with parents and careers to strengthen relationships and improve communication.
01527 962682 View 01527 962682
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Emma Tait
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
I am a counsellor and psychotherapist offering a private and confidential counselling service for Redditch and surrounding areas. I am fully insured and hold an enhanced DBS. I am a registered member of the BACP and work with individuals, couples and parents for both short term and long term counselling. If you're feeling overwhelmed or are living with low mood/depression, anxiety, or having problems in relationships or just experiencing difficulties generally and would like to explore how counselling may help, please get in touch. This is completely without obligation.
I am a counsellor and psychotherapist offering a private and confidential counselling service for Redditch and surrounding areas. I am fully insured and hold an enhanced DBS. I am a registered member of the BACP and work with individuals, couples and parents for both short term and long term counselling. If you're feeling overwhelmed or are living with low mood/depression, anxiety, or having problems in relationships or just experiencing difficulties generally and would like to explore how counselling may help, please get in touch. This is completely without obligation.
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Liz Saunders
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Serves Area
Hi and welcome to my profile! I am a fully accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) with the BABCP. We can all experience difficult times in our lives that we may require help and support with.  When we experience distress we can often have negative feelings and thoughts which can influence how we react to a certain situation. We can often find ourselves stuck in a vicious cycle of negative thoughts and behaviours that can be hard to break.  CBT works on a 'here and now' basis, exploring your current difficulties and give you effective coping strategies to be able to make changes in your life and move forwards.
Hi and welcome to my profile! I am a fully accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) with the BABCP. We can all experience difficult times in our lives that we may require help and support with.  When we experience distress we can often have negative feelings and thoughts which can influence how we react to a certain situation. We can often find ourselves stuck in a vicious cycle of negative thoughts and behaviours that can be hard to break.  CBT works on a 'here and now' basis, exploring your current difficulties and give you effective coping strategies to be able to make changes in your life and move forwards.
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Amy Prior - Dragonfly Therapeutic Services
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
my name is Amy Prior and I am the director of dragonfly therapy. I have 17 years experience in a variety of settings including, CAMHS (Specialist Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services) and MIND Charity. My personal passion is helping children who experience challenges which maybe stopping them moving on and enjoying life. My philosophy is to work at the pace of each client and help them to achieve their own goals. I am an EMDR Europe Accredited Consultant for children, adolescents and adults. I am also trained in Internal Family Systems, Dialectical behavioural therapy and i'm a certified EMDR Sandtray practitioner.
my name is Amy Prior and I am the director of dragonfly therapy. I have 17 years experience in a variety of settings including, CAMHS (Specialist Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services) and MIND Charity. My personal passion is helping children who experience challenges which maybe stopping them moving on and enjoying life. My philosophy is to work at the pace of each client and help them to achieve their own goals. I am an EMDR Europe Accredited Consultant for children, adolescents and adults. I am also trained in Internal Family Systems, Dialectical behavioural therapy and i'm a certified EMDR Sandtray practitioner.
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Philippa Capel
Psychologist, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
“Growth and change can be both exciting and scary. Whether it's personal or external changes, I pride myself in being able to walk along side you to foster the new knowledge, skills and courage needed to develop." I am a qualified, chartered, HCPC registered psychologist with over 15 years of experience working in the NHS, offering therapy to support people to recover from life events that have left them struggling with their mental health. This has given me a wealth of experience and knowledge that I can draw on to support you to grow and recover, as well as considering the role of your family, the past, work and the environment.
“Growth and change can be both exciting and scary. Whether it's personal or external changes, I pride myself in being able to walk along side you to foster the new knowledge, skills and courage needed to develop." I am a qualified, chartered, HCPC registered psychologist with over 15 years of experience working in the NHS, offering therapy to support people to recover from life events that have left them struggling with their mental health. This has given me a wealth of experience and knowledge that I can draw on to support you to grow and recover, as well as considering the role of your family, the past, work and the environment.
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Kristyna Hallam
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
Are you looking to change self-destructive habits? Be kinder to yourself? Do you want to understand why certain thoughts are bothering you? I specialise in working with young adults who need help navigating a challenging period of their lives. I have experience working with neurodivergent clients, people who deal with anxiety, depression, self-harm or have been diagnosed with borderline personality disorder.
Are you looking to change self-destructive habits? Be kinder to yourself? Do you want to understand why certain thoughts are bothering you? I specialise in working with young adults who need help navigating a challenging period of their lives. I have experience working with neurodivergent clients, people who deal with anxiety, depression, self-harm or have been diagnosed with borderline personality disorder.
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Nicole Nicolson
Counsellor, MSc, MUKCP
Serves Area
Now offering EMDR. Do you want person therapy in Worcester? Do your emotions sometimes feel bigger than you can manage, or your relationships harder than they should be? Perhaps you feel stuck in painful patterns with partners, friends, or family, where arguments escalate quickly or you cope in ways that later feel self-destructive. I am an integrative psychotherapist in Worcester working with adults who want to understand these patterns and respond differently in their relationships. I work with adults whose emotional experiences can feel intense or difficult to regulate, and whose relationships often become strained or unstable.
Now offering EMDR. Do you want person therapy in Worcester? Do your emotions sometimes feel bigger than you can manage, or your relationships harder than they should be? Perhaps you feel stuck in painful patterns with partners, friends, or family, where arguments escalate quickly or you cope in ways that later feel self-destructive. I am an integrative psychotherapist in Worcester working with adults who want to understand these patterns and respond differently in their relationships. I work with adults whose emotional experiences can feel intense or difficult to regulate, and whose relationships often become strained or unstable.
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Shannon Jones
Counsellor, MA, BACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
You've probably tried to manage it. The intensity, the way your emotions can overtake you before you've had a chance to think. Maybe you've been in therapy before and felt like something still wasn't quite clicking. Or you've been told, in some form or another, that you're too much. You're someone whose emotional world runs deeper than most, and that deserves real, skilled attention. I specialize in working with people who feel things intensely, particularly those navigating BPD, emotional highs and lows, shame, OCD, anxiety, or patterns that keep getting in the way of the relationships and life they want.
You've probably tried to manage it. The intensity, the way your emotions can overtake you before you've had a chance to think. Maybe you've been in therapy before and felt like something still wasn't quite clicking. Or you've been told, in some form or another, that you're too much. You're someone whose emotional world runs deeper than most, and that deserves real, skilled attention. I specialize in working with people who feel things intensely, particularly those navigating BPD, emotional highs and lows, shame, OCD, anxiety, or patterns that keep getting in the way of the relationships and life they want.
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Marianne Kilcoyne
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a psychotherapist with a wealth of knowledge and experience, committed to providing a warm and safe space for you. With 20 years of experience working in several diverse agencies such as: Social Services, Barnardos, NHS, I have gained a wealth of experience in working with clients from under 18’s, to adults and senior clients, offering individual therapy, group work, family oriented work and couple sessions. I am dedicated to helping clients navigate the emotional complexities of their journey and develop resilience, coping strategies & prioritise their own well-being.
I am a psychotherapist with a wealth of knowledge and experience, committed to providing a warm and safe space for you. With 20 years of experience working in several diverse agencies such as: Social Services, Barnardos, NHS, I have gained a wealth of experience in working with clients from under 18’s, to adults and senior clients, offering individual therapy, group work, family oriented work and couple sessions. I am dedicated to helping clients navigate the emotional complexities of their journey and develop resilience, coping strategies & prioritise their own well-being.
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Steve Porter
Counsellor, MBACP
Counselling has been an important part of my professional life for over 30 years. Before qualifying I worked as a business consultant, trainer and coach, giving me a strong understanding of workplace stress, pressure and life transitions. I also volunteered for four and a half years as a counsellor with a charity supporting children, parents and carers facing ADHD, ASD, SEND, anxiety, depression and stress. Personal experience raising adopted children and grandchildren has deepened my understanding of family challenges and resilience. I offer a warm, non-judgemental space where clients feel heard and supported.
Counselling has been an important part of my professional life for over 30 years. Before qualifying I worked as a business consultant, trainer and coach, giving me a strong understanding of workplace stress, pressure and life transitions. I also volunteered for four and a half years as a counsellor with a charity supporting children, parents and carers facing ADHD, ASD, SEND, anxiety, depression and stress. Personal experience raising adopted children and grandchildren has deepened my understanding of family challenges and resilience. I offer a warm, non-judgemental space where clients feel heard and supported.
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Jaspal K Kalsi
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
I have extensive experience supporting individuals presenting with anxiety, stress, depression, low mood, relationship difficulties, attachment issues, low confidence and low self-esteem, bereavement, family and cultural issues, identity concerns, academic pressures, eating related difficulties, bipolar disorder, bipolar disorder, ocd, phobias and self-harm.
With over 24 years of experience as a BACP Accredited Counsellor/Psychotherapist and HCPC Reg'd Counselling Psychologist, I offer a warm, safe, confidential and supportive space where you can openly explore the difficulties you may be facing. Taking the first step towards counselling or psychotherapy can feel daunting, but it can also be the beginning of meaningful change, greater self-understanding and a more fulfilling life and relationships.
I have extensive experience supporting individuals presenting with anxiety, stress, depression, low mood, relationship difficulties, attachment issues, low confidence and low self-esteem, bereavement, family and cultural issues, identity concerns, academic pressures, eating related difficulties, bipolar disorder, bipolar disorder, ocd, phobias and self-harm.
With over 24 years of experience as a BACP Accredited Counsellor/Psychotherapist and HCPC Reg'd Counselling Psychologist, I offer a warm, safe, confidential and supportive space where you can openly explore the difficulties you may be facing. Taking the first step towards counselling or psychotherapy can feel daunting, but it can also be the beginning of meaningful change, greater self-understanding and a more fulfilling life and relationships.
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Susannah Newell
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
2 Endorsed
Hello. As an experienced psychotherapist, I can help you manage current life challenges like sudden changes or losses; anxiety; relationship issues; bereavement; loneliness; parenthood; depression or past experiences intruding on your present. Sometimes clients come with a more general sense of unfulfilment or want to know themselves better. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to share your load, rather than carrying it alone. Psychotherapy offers vital connection, support and opportunity to work things through with an empathic, trained professional totally unconnected to your life.
Hello. As an experienced psychotherapist, I can help you manage current life challenges like sudden changes or losses; anxiety; relationship issues; bereavement; loneliness; parenthood; depression or past experiences intruding on your present. Sometimes clients come with a more general sense of unfulfilment or want to know themselves better. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to share your load, rather than carrying it alone. Psychotherapy offers vital connection, support and opportunity to work things through with an empathic, trained professional totally unconnected to your life.
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Claire Louise Thomas
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Online Only
I’m a qualified counsellor, psychotherapist, and clinical supervisor offering a warm, non-judgmental space to explore whatever’s bringing you to therapy or supervision. I work relationally, tailoring each session to your needs and goals. In therapy, I support you in understanding yourself with compassion. In supervision, we reflect together to deepen your practice and confidence. Regular reviews help ensure our work stays focused, supportive, and growthful. I offer a free initial session to explore whether working together feels right for you.
I’m a qualified counsellor, psychotherapist, and clinical supervisor offering a warm, non-judgmental space to explore whatever’s bringing you to therapy or supervision. I work relationally, tailoring each session to your needs and goals. In therapy, I support you in understanding yourself with compassion. In supervision, we reflect together to deepen your practice and confidence. Regular reviews help ensure our work stays focused, supportive, and growthful. I offer a free initial session to explore whether working together feels right for you.
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Grace McNally
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Online Only
Hi, I’m Grace and I’m glad you’re here. I offer open-ended video/telephone therapy at your pace, focusing on what matters most to you. Together we will explore your emotions and experiences. As a humanistic therapist my role is to facilitate a safe, non-judgemental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, feel truly heard, and reconnect with your own sense of self. Whatever you’re navigating I’m here to support you with warmth, respect, and honesty. • Free 15-minute initial consultation • Confidential online video/telephone sessions for adults and children. • Specialised, experienced psychotherapy • Open-ended
Hi, I’m Grace and I’m glad you’re here. I offer open-ended video/telephone therapy at your pace, focusing on what matters most to you. Together we will explore your emotions and experiences. As a humanistic therapist my role is to facilitate a safe, non-judgemental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, feel truly heard, and reconnect with your own sense of self. Whatever you’re navigating I’m here to support you with warmth, respect, and honesty. • Free 15-minute initial consultation • Confidential online video/telephone sessions for adults and children. • Specialised, experienced psychotherapy • Open-ended
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Louise Baya
Counsellor, BACP
I'm a Person-centred counsellor & Clinical Supervisor with a trauma informed approach working in private practice face to face in Leamington Spa, Rugby & Warwick. I also offer online & telephone sessions. I'm an experienced and fully qualified counsellor who is a registered BACP member. I found my own personal experience of therapy to be life changing, which led me to want help others. Prior to my counselling career, I have worked for many years with children, young people, families and vulnerable adults. I supported and assisted individuals to improve their mental, physical well-being and to live independently.
I'm a Person-centred counsellor & Clinical Supervisor with a trauma informed approach working in private practice face to face in Leamington Spa, Rugby & Warwick. I also offer online & telephone sessions. I'm an experienced and fully qualified counsellor who is a registered BACP member. I found my own personal experience of therapy to be life changing, which led me to want help others. Prior to my counselling career, I have worked for many years with children, young people, families and vulnerable adults. I supported and assisted individuals to improve their mental, physical well-being and to live independently.
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Dr Jenika Patel
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Warwick CV34
I provide therapeutic space for you to reflect, think about and explore difficulties without judgement. Sometimes we can have an idea about what we are struggling with, sometimes we are less sure. Accessing therapy can help us to understand ourselves and give meaning to that which leaves us feeling stuck. Sometimes things that are happening in the here and now can bring up feelings that we have experienced in the past that we may or may not be aware of. This may create discomfort, pain, distress, anxiety, depression and overwhelm. People often describe feeling empty, in darkness, alone, lacking energy and feeling frightened.
I provide therapeutic space for you to reflect, think about and explore difficulties without judgement. Sometimes we can have an idea about what we are struggling with, sometimes we are less sure. Accessing therapy can help us to understand ourselves and give meaning to that which leaves us feeling stuck. Sometimes things that are happening in the here and now can bring up feelings that we have experienced in the past that we may or may not be aware of. This may create discomfort, pain, distress, anxiety, depression and overwhelm. People often describe feeling empty, in darkness, alone, lacking energy and feeling frightened.
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Rachel Hunter Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
Professional Couples and Individual Zoom counselling from the comfort of your own home. No travel time, no parking. Establishing a good counselling relationship is vital so that feelings can be explored in a safe, confidential space. I won’t judge you and will listen to your own unique story with empathy and kindness. I will endeavour to help you process pain from the past and present and reinforce your resilience and hope for the future. The longer-term aim is to help you to move forward towards your personal goals. I work with women, men, non-binary people and couples. LGBTQIA + and all clients warmly welcomed.
Professional Couples and Individual Zoom counselling from the comfort of your own home. No travel time, no parking. Establishing a good counselling relationship is vital so that feelings can be explored in a safe, confidential space. I won’t judge you and will listen to your own unique story with empathy and kindness. I will endeavour to help you process pain from the past and present and reinforce your resilience and hope for the future. The longer-term aim is to help you to move forward towards your personal goals. I work with women, men, non-binary people and couples. LGBTQIA + and all clients warmly welcomed.
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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.