Bipolar Disorder Therapists in Opelika, AL
Assessments provided include: Cognitive and Academic Issues (Intellectual Functioning, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Learning Disorders), Developmental Delays, Mood Disorders (Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, PTSD), Memory Concerns, and Surgery Assessments.
Dr. Smith's educational experience includes: B.A., from Auburn University, in Psychology, a M.S., from Auburn University, Clinical Psychology, and a Ph.D., from Auburn University, in Clinical Psychology, with a Child Specialty Tract. She completed her Doctoral Clinical Internship, at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, School of Medicine.
Assessments provided include: Cognitive and Academic Issues (Intellectual Functioning, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Learning Disorders), Developmental Delays, Mood Disorders (Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, PTSD), Memory Concerns, and Surgery Assessments.
Dr. Smith's educational experience includes: B.A., from Auburn University, in Psychology, a M.S., from Auburn University, Clinical Psychology, and a Ph.D., from Auburn University, in Clinical Psychology, with a Child Specialty Tract. She completed her Doctoral Clinical Internship, at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, School of Medicine.
Leslie Carol Gaultney
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Opelika, AL 36801
My specialties are Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Social Phobia, Trauma, PTSD and Dementia.
I know that unexpected events, changes and transitional challenges can occur in people's lives, often resulting in depression, anxiety and maybe even trauma. I am here to listen to you, to work with you during this difficult time, to promote healing and help you become the person that you want to be.
My specialties are Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Social Phobia, Trauma, PTSD and Dementia.
I know that unexpected events, changes and transitional challenges can occur in people's lives, often resulting in depression, anxiety and maybe even trauma. I am here to listen to you, to work with you during this difficult time, to promote healing and help you become the person that you want to be.
Sloane Fitzgerald
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
These are the main issues I can help with, but not limited to, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Bipolar Disorder, Sexual Identity issues, Grief/Loss, Divorce, and PTSD are just a few of my areas of focus.
I am is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a dedicated mental health professional with over a 17 years of experience supporting individuals and families. A native of the Auburn area, I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Studies from Auburn University and a Master’s degree in Community Counseling. My approach is client-focused, emphasizing direct and honest communication to facilitate meaningful change and personal growth. I believe that fostering a supportive yet straightforward therapeutic environment empowers individuals to overcome challenges and build resilience.
These are the main issues I can help with, but not limited to, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Bipolar Disorder, Sexual Identity issues, Grief/Loss, Divorce, and PTSD are just a few of my areas of focus.
I am is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a dedicated mental health professional with over a 17 years of experience supporting individuals and families. A native of the Auburn area, I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Studies from Auburn University and a Master’s degree in Community Counseling. My approach is client-focused, emphasizing direct and honest communication to facilitate meaningful change and personal growth. I believe that fostering a supportive yet straightforward therapeutic environment empowers individuals to overcome challenges and build resilience.
Mary Hoben-Achieve Wellness Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Opelika, AL 36801
I work with individuals who have been challenged with Anxiety disorders, Depression, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Anger Management Issues, Relationship Problems, Chronic Illness, Grief and Loss and Stress Management. I am a LGBTQ+ affirming therapist and work with clients from different faiths.
I have experience helping others through their challenges and assisting them in making connections and applying skills to make changes. As your therapist, you will find a safe and empathetic space and a compassionate, listening ear, that will work with you.
I work with individuals who have been challenged with Anxiety disorders, Depression, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Anger Management Issues, Relationship Problems, Chronic Illness, Grief and Loss and Stress Management. I am a LGBTQ+ affirming therapist and work with clients from different faiths.
I have experience helping others through their challenges and assisting them in making connections and applying skills to make changes. As your therapist, you will find a safe and empathetic space and a compassionate, listening ear, that will work with you.
Cassie Allen, EMDR & Trauma Specialist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, MBA, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Opelika, AL 36801
Are you worn out? Are you losing hope? Do you need someone in your corner? If so, you are probably feeling exhausted and overwhelmed, maybe even despairing. I work with adults who are seeking relief from these distressing emotions, and from sleepless nights, endless worry, isolation, and mood swings.
Are you worn out? Are you losing hope? Do you need someone in your corner? If so, you are probably feeling exhausted and overwhelmed, maybe even despairing. I work with adults who are seeking relief from these distressing emotions, and from sleepless nights, endless worry, isolation, and mood swings.
Ashley Webb Wiggs-Achieve Wellness Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Opelika, AL 36801
Depression, anxiety, PTSD, frustration, stress, alcohol & drug abuse, legal concerns, mood disorders, personality disorders, relationships distress, all of these and much more can be treated as long as the effort and dedication to want to do and be better is present. I am a LGBTQ+ affirming therapist. Whether you'd like to work on bettering your mental health and/or addressing your substance abuse concerns, together we can develop a plan to aid in your future overall wellness, so you have what you need to succeed.
Depression, anxiety, PTSD, frustration, stress, alcohol & drug abuse, legal concerns, mood disorders, personality disorders, relationships distress, all of these and much more can be treated as long as the effort and dedication to want to do and be better is present. I am a LGBTQ+ affirming therapist. Whether you'd like to work on bettering your mental health and/or addressing your substance abuse concerns, together we can develop a plan to aid in your future overall wellness, so you have what you need to succeed.
The ideal client for me is someone who comes to therapy with an idea of what hurts and doesn't know what to do to fix their problems. I am creative in helping you find solutions to your problems that are doable, that fit with who you are and can be used throughout your lifetime. Homework often helps to expedite the process and it might include a book, a handout, an audio, a website or a plethora of other helpful means to get to your therapy goals.
The ideal client for me is someone who comes to therapy with an idea of what hurts and doesn't know what to do to fix their problems. I am creative in helping you find solutions to your problems that are doable, that fit with who you are and can be used throughout your lifetime. Homework often helps to expedite the process and it might include a book, a handout, an audio, a website or a plethora of other helpful means to get to your therapy goals.
Are you having a difficult time adjusting to a new life change? Do you experience anxiety and/or depression? Do grief and trauma seem to take over your life at times? If you answered "yes" to any of these situations, I might be able to help you. Together, we can work to build a solid foundation from which you can begin to adjust to whatever life brings you. I incorporate cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and mindfulness techniques into my practice to help my clients ground themselves in the present moment and be able to take the techniques they develop in session into their daily life.
Are you having a difficult time adjusting to a new life change? Do you experience anxiety and/or depression? Do grief and trauma seem to take over your life at times? If you answered "yes" to any of these situations, I might be able to help you. Together, we can work to build a solid foundation from which you can begin to adjust to whatever life brings you. I incorporate cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and mindfulness techniques into my practice to help my clients ground themselves in the present moment and be able to take the techniques they develop in session into their daily life.
Henegar Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC-S, NCC, ACGCIII, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Opelika, AL 36801
Life provides us with many challenges that can lead to feeling overwhelmed or unsure of our ability to successfully cope. When we are faced with these challenges, either from depression, adjusting to life transitions or changes in our moods or behaviors, it takes courage for us to make the decision to ask for help through counseling.
Life provides us with many challenges that can lead to feeling overwhelmed or unsure of our ability to successfully cope. When we are faced with these challenges, either from depression, adjusting to life transitions or changes in our moods or behaviors, it takes courage for us to make the decision to ask for help through counseling.
Charles 'Chad' Manuel Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Opelika, AL 36801
I am grateful for your consideration of my services. For 23 years I have been working with Adults, Adolescents and Couples. I provide Christian/Faith-Based Therapy when a client requests. Rapport is crucial to the therapy process. I strive to provide a welcoming, non-judgmental, and comfortable setting for each person I am fortunate to visit with. I am ever thankful for the remarkable, brave and determined individuals from whom I have learned so much. Walking difficult paths with others' is both an honor and deeply humbling.
I am grateful for your consideration of my services. For 23 years I have been working with Adults, Adolescents and Couples. I provide Christian/Faith-Based Therapy when a client requests. Rapport is crucial to the therapy process. I strive to provide a welcoming, non-judgmental, and comfortable setting for each person I am fortunate to visit with. I am ever thankful for the remarkable, brave and determined individuals from whom I have learned so much. Walking difficult paths with others' is both an honor and deeply humbling.
You’re the kind of person who has always pushed forward, no matter what. On the outside, you’re accomplished, driven, and maybe even the one others turn to for support. But inside, there’s a weight—one you’ve carried for far too long. Maybe it’s the echoes of childhood trauma, painful relationships, or the deep wounds of sexual trauma. You’ve done your best to move on, but the past still lingers— you’re not broken, healing is possible; I look forward to helping you reclaim your future!
You’re the kind of person who has always pushed forward, no matter what. On the outside, you’re accomplished, driven, and maybe even the one others turn to for support. But inside, there’s a weight—one you’ve carried for far too long. Maybe it’s the echoes of childhood trauma, painful relationships, or the deep wounds of sexual trauma. You’ve done your best to move on, but the past still lingers— you’re not broken, healing is possible; I look forward to helping you reclaim your future!
Pearl Behavioral Health Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Pearl Behavioral Health Services is founded on the belief that anyone is capable of change and can benefit from support from a non biased source and nonjudgmental environment where you can truly remove your filter and work through anything you are struggling with. Our team of 8 licensed counselors and two locations in Athens and Huntsville can help you work through any struggles you are having.
Pearl Behavioral Health Services is founded on the belief that anyone is capable of change and can benefit from support from a non biased source and nonjudgmental environment where you can truly remove your filter and work through anything you are struggling with. Our team of 8 licensed counselors and two locations in Athens and Huntsville can help you work through any struggles you are having.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a member of the Prevail Counseling and Wellness team. I am passionate about helping others define and reach their personal goals. Whether that involves developing skills to better manage your moods, identifying strategies to improve relationships, or simply a matter of figuring out where to start, together we can work to initiate positive change in your life.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a member of the Prevail Counseling and Wellness team. I am passionate about helping others define and reach their personal goals. Whether that involves developing skills to better manage your moods, identifying strategies to improve relationships, or simply a matter of figuring out where to start, together we can work to initiate positive change in your life.
I specialize in helping clients navigate the complexities of anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and PTSD, tailoring interventions to meet their unique needs. With experience working with individuals across all ages—athletes, Greek life members, college students, adults, and older adults, offering guidance through various life transitions — I understand the diverse challenges people face at different stages of life.
I specialize in helping clients navigate the complexities of anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and PTSD, tailoring interventions to meet their unique needs. With experience working with individuals across all ages—athletes, Greek life members, college students, adults, and older adults, offering guidance through various life transitions — I understand the diverse challenges people face at different stages of life.
Auburn Therapy Associates is a group of licensed marriage and family therapists and associates providing a wide range of services to Auburn-Opelika (in-person) and the state of Alabama (teletherapy). Our therapists use a variety of techniques, modalities and skills, but most of all we try to be relatable humans, and work hard to make sure you feel comfortable, hopeful, and excited about where therapy is going.
Auburn Therapy Associates is a group of licensed marriage and family therapists and associates providing a wide range of services to Auburn-Opelika (in-person) and the state of Alabama (teletherapy). Our therapists use a variety of techniques, modalities and skills, but most of all we try to be relatable humans, and work hard to make sure you feel comfortable, hopeful, and excited about where therapy is going.
Lisa O McDaniel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, NCC, CDBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
End Stigma Reach Out! You're searching for hope, during this difficult time in your life. You're feeling confused about the REAL YOU. You desire change in your life. You often find yourself in a rocky relationship. You feel lost and unsure about where your life is, where you will go and who will be with you. You're ready to unleash your pain and suffering. You can leave all the stress, anger ,fear, and pain on the counseling space floor. So what if you cry or scream or laugh. You're human after all. You're not a robot! Therapy is a gift you deserve.
End Stigma Reach Out! You're searching for hope, during this difficult time in your life. You're feeling confused about the REAL YOU. You desire change in your life. You often find yourself in a rocky relationship. You feel lost and unsure about where your life is, where you will go and who will be with you. You're ready to unleash your pain and suffering. You can leave all the stress, anger ,fear, and pain on the counseling space floor. So what if you cry or scream or laugh. You're human after all. You're not a robot! Therapy is a gift you deserve.
Perspective Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, PIP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Please visit my website: www.perspectivecounselingauburn.com I relate to women. As a working mother, I am passionate about supporting women through the good, the bad, and the heartbreaking experiences life has to offer. Depression and anxiety can be lonely. Many women feel alone in their struggling with the most basic parts of daily life. I want you to know that you are not alone. You may not be the person you once knew yourself to be, but I assure you, you can find the best version of yourself!
Please visit my website: www.perspectivecounselingauburn.com I relate to women. As a working mother, I am passionate about supporting women through the good, the bad, and the heartbreaking experiences life has to offer. Depression and anxiety can be lonely. Many women feel alone in their struggling with the most basic parts of daily life. I want you to know that you are not alone. You may not be the person you once knew yourself to be, but I assure you, you can find the best version of yourself!
Auburn University Marriage and Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Relationships can be hard. Whether you’re dating someone or have been married for 50 years, every relationship has its ups and downs. You may have just discovered your partner cheated on you, or you’re merely trying to figure out how to make this relationship thing work. Maybe it feels like you barely recognize the person lying next to you in bed anymore and you feel guilty because the word “divorce” has crept into your mind.
Relationships can be hard. Whether you’re dating someone or have been married for 50 years, every relationship has its ups and downs. You may have just discovered your partner cheated on you, or you’re merely trying to figure out how to make this relationship thing work. Maybe it feels like you barely recognize the person lying next to you in bed anymore and you feel guilty because the word “divorce” has crept into your mind.
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or relationship struggles? You’re not alone. Many people find themselves in a place where life feels out of control, but there’s hope. You deserve clarity, emotional strength, and healthier ways to cope. Together, we can work on rebuilding confidence, improving relationships, and managing the stress life throws your way. Imagine a life where you feel empowered, equipped with the tools to manage your emotions, and ready to create lasting, positive change. Let’s take that first step together.
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or relationship struggles? You’re not alone. Many people find themselves in a place where life feels out of control, but there’s hope. You deserve clarity, emotional strength, and healthier ways to cope. Together, we can work on rebuilding confidence, improving relationships, and managing the stress life throws your way. Imagine a life where you feel empowered, equipped with the tools to manage your emotions, and ready to create lasting, positive change. Let’s take that first step together.
I provide counseling services to children, adolescents, adults, and families. At your first appointment, we will begin working together to set goals and create a plan for therapy. Sessions will be based on your therapy goals and will involve learning and practicing new skills to manage problems and improve overall health and well being. I work with clients to improve their ability to manage stress, problem solve, cope with distress, and to create a life they enjoy living.
I provide counseling services to children, adolescents, adults, and families. At your first appointment, we will begin working together to set goals and create a plan for therapy. Sessions will be based on your therapy goals and will involve learning and practicing new skills to manage problems and improve overall health and well being. I work with clients to improve their ability to manage stress, problem solve, cope with distress, and to create a life they enjoy living.
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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.