Bipolar Disorder Therapists in Irvine, CA

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Laurie Poore
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
My clients are people with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder , and ADHD. They include people who want to identify their issues and address them in new and more constructive ways. Patients who experience feelings of grief, loss, despair, sadness, anger, fear, anxiety, a sense of hopelessness and of being overwhelmed often experience these emotions for different reasons. It is when these issues become too painful it is wise to reach out for help. Therapy can be an opportunity to see what previous and current experiences may be influencing their life patterns and decisions. An outside perspective can be helpful.
(949) 284-2907
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Irvine, CA 92602
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Renee Michelle Ward
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Greetings! My name is Renee and I'm a licensed clinical social worker. If you are feeling lost and looking for guidance as you navigate through life, I would love to assist you in your journey. We spend too much time feeling as though we're not good enough or can't achieve our dreams. How we think about ourselves and our environment directly determines how we feel. As therapist I have had the opportunity to work with clients looking for guidance and relief in many areas such as: anxiety, depression, bipolar , addiction, couples and families.
(714) 586-8678
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Irvine, CA 92604
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Kathy Caritina Evans
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Constant worries keep many people from leading a productive life and negatively affect relationships. A safe and accepting therapeutic environment will help place those worries into perspective. I have worked with children, adolescents, couples, families, adults, and senior citizens. I provide an array of counseling services, including: adolescent substance abuse, post-traumatic stress disorder, parenting skills, anger management, grief and bereavement, trauma, anxiety disorders, self-harm behaviors, gender identity, sexual orientation, acculturation, depression, bipolar disorders, major depressive disorder, and domestic violence.
(657) 444-1252
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Irvine, CA 92618
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Christina Allameh
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified
Verified
I have successfully treated issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, crisis management, borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder , relationship issues, and divorce.
Finding the right therapist can be a difficult task. Connecting and opening up to a stranger can feel even more daunting. Taking the first step and reaching out for support shows the desire for true and meaningful change. My therapeutic style is warm, active, and non-judgemental. My goal is to build trust and create a safe space where you, the client, can feel open sharing your thoughts, feelings and emotions. Together we can work to get to the root of the issues you are facing and push past them to help you live your best life.
(949) 334-5492
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Irvine, CA 92612
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Juliana Glaser
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ATR
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a registered Art Therapist. Are you struggling with liking who you are, feeling like you're needing a new start, or needing to look at your life in a different way? Whether it's an Eating disorder, yo-yo dieting, body image and self-worth issues, drug addiction, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder or other relationship problems stemming from family issues, low self-esteem, or trauma I may be able to help. Through our therapeutic relationship, we can collaborate on creating a foundation that allows you the to live the kind of life you want to live and restore balance.
(747) 239-4860
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Irvine, CA 92618
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Lori Johnson
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I specialize in working with adults and teens with anxiety, depression, bipolar , schizophrenia, substance abuse, PTSD, complex/developmental trauma, grief, chronic pain, health and relationship problems.
I strongly believe that therapy should be a safe place where anyone can come and talk about their life without judgment or shame. It is a place where everyone can benefit from unconditional empathy, understanding, and grace. I am an outgoing person who is easy to talk to, and I do my best to make the therapeutic process as smooth and understandable as possible. We will go at your pace and create a personalized treatment plan to meet your needs and goals. I strive to help you become self sustaining where you can gain a sense of understanding of what skills you need, why you are utilizing them, and when to utilize the skills learned.
(949) 426-7069
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Irvine, CA 92618
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Elena Welsh
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Each client has a unique set of goals, needs and resources and I hope to work alongside you as you get closer to the life you want. I utilize scientifically-based therapeutic tools in a manner that is caring and accessible. I have experience working with a wide range of anxiety, mood, and depressive disorders, including bipolar disorder , major depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder. I also specialize in many issues specific to women, including fertility struggles, postpartum adjustment and depression. I am also here to help if you are facing a difficult life transition or are simply seeking a more meaningful way of living.
(310) 935-3651
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Irvine, CA 92612
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Sairah Abbasi
Associate Clinical Social Worker, MSW, ASW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
As a therapist, I have experience working with client's experiencing Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, BPD, Bipolar Disorder , family/relationship conflict, childhood trauma, and reduced self-worth.
: : Currently Accepting New Clients : : Seeking support for your current hardships or past experiences takes courage and strength. Therapy is an excellent way to process life's hardships through establishing personalized tools for change and empowerment of the self. My goal is to support you within your healing journey through a safe, comfortable and open space to explore such hardships. I use a collaborative approach to establish goals for change and personal growth. Whether that may be improving your self-worth, managing stress, regulating emotions, improving your relationships or finding respite, this is your space.
(951) 888-3571
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Irvine, CA 92612
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Deeann Peterson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
My goal as a therapist is to help you feel better as quickly as possible. I have years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families with a wide range of issues, including anxiety and depression, marital difficulties, and problems with children/adolescents. Also, I have a strong background in Trauma, Sexual Abuse, Bipolar Disorder , and Borderline Personality Disorder. Please give me a call--I am here to help.
(949) 439-3880
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Irvine, CA 92612
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Sarah Raike
PA-C
Verified
Verified
Exclusively focused on mental health issues, Bonmente treats a myriad of psychiatric conditions including anxiety, depression, ADHD, sleep disorders, postpartum depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder , and panic attacks.
ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS FOR MEDICATION MANAGEMENT ONLY-Bonmente knows asking for help is not an easy thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here and we're doing things differently. You enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be.
(424) 226-5823
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Irvine, CA 92612
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Mitra Mazaheri
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
bipolar disorder , depression and anxiety.
I am a child psychologist with over 25 years of experience. My practice has focused on providing a safe and warm place to help children, individuals and couples work through issues and feel empowered. I evaluate, diagnose and treat childhood disorders and help parents with parenting skills to help manage children's behavior problems thru positive parenting. I provide consultation for parents with special need children, including academic problems and special education needs to work effectively with schools to help their children. Additionally I have worked effectively with marital and family issues, to build stronger relationships and work through issues.
(714) 706-3932
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Irvine, CA 92602
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Erik J Abell
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Our clinicians at Cognitive Therapy Orange County (CTOC) enjoy working with individuals from early to late adulthood, couples and families to improve their quality of life. Whether the problems are short or long term, there is always reason for optimism and hope. Solutions can be found and new skills can be learned. We are extensively trained and experienced in treating depression, bipolar disorder , anxiety and panic, obsessive-compulsive disorder, psychosis, and anger. We are consistently impressed with our patients' dedication to making positive changes in their lives.
(714) 437-1686
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Irvine, CA 92602
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Najma Mashadi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Experience including Depression, Anxiety, Panic Disorder, OCD, ADHD, Grief/Loss, Motivation, Bipolar Disorder , Psychosis, Personality Disorders, Addictions, relationship issues at work, school, family/partner.
Hello !!!. Are you looking for an amazing therapist? Feeling "stuck"? Are you ready for growth? Are you struggling with your relationships? Are addictions, alcohol/drug abuse, trauma, anger, low self esteem, anxiety, depression, or mood swings getting in the way of living your life to your full potential?
(714) 266-2126
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Irvine, CA 92618
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Brain Wellness Institute
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
My clinical specialties include traumatic brain injury, stroke, dementia, attention deficit disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder , Anxiety, Phobias and Panic Disorders.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in neuropsychological evaluation, cognitive rehabilitation, and psychotherapy. I obtained my PhD Clinical Psychology from Loma Linda University and completed my fellowship at UCLA, pre-doctoral internship at Vanderbilt University, and Bachelor's degree from USC. I also received clinical training at the West Los Angeles VA Healthcare System, UCLA's Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior, and the Loma Linda University Behavioral Health Institute.
(949) 835-4495
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Irvine, CA 92606
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Judy Dodgen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Through experience in inpatient and outpatient settings, I have an excellent understanding of psychiatric challenges including Depression, Anxiety, Dementia, Schizophrenia and Bipolar , as well as, the relational complications that arise as a result of these challenges.
Currently accepting new clients as of August 1, 2022. Growth is a process. In our struggle to grow and reach our full potential we come to places where we need help. Today you are taking the first step towards hope through self awareness. It takes strength to be vulnerable and open to change. I believe that all people possess the tools to better their lives and I have been honored with the privilege to accompany others in their journey to discover their individual abilities. I look forward to working with you, where together we can locate a new place of hope and self awareness.
(562) 320-8916
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Irvine, CA 92602
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Kyung H. Kim
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Korean-American couples and families (especially those with 2nd generation Korean-American children), children and adolescents, pre-marital counseling, parenting, bipolar disorder , depression, anxiety, obssesion, sexual identity issues including gay, lesbian, & bisexual orientations, eating disorders, self-mutilation, sexual abuse, gambling, shop lifting, & drug abuse.
I am a 1st generation Korean-American therapist who is fluent in both English and Korean. I am very familiar with the issues that divide 1st and 2nd generation Korean-Americans. Additionally, as an MFT professor I teach a graduate-level counseling course at a local university and supervise interns who are working towards becoming eligible to take their licensing examination. Specifically, I would like to serve as a mediator between 1st and 2nd generation Korean-Americans, catering to the unique generational differences they face so that their families may live together happily. My specialties are as follows:
(951) 221-8266
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Irvine, CA 92602
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The Weichman Clinic
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
We diagnose and serve children and adolescents coping with: * Abusive Dating Relationships * Academic Challenges * ADHD * Anxiety and Stress-Related Disorders * Austism and Spectrum-Related Disorders * Bipolar Disorder * Body Image Issues * Chronic Headaches * Concussions * Cutting and Self-Mutilation * Depression * Epilepsy * Family Relational Problems * Learning Disorders * Low Self Esteem * Movement Disorders * Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder * Oppositional Defiance and Behavioral Problems * Substance Abuse * Trauma and PTSD.
It's tough being a parent today. Do you have a kid or teen who is struggling? Does your family need answers about your child's state of mind or are looking for actual tools to help heal your family dynamic? Our mission is simple: The Weichman Clinic provides comprehensive mental health services, evaluations, diagnosis and collaborative treatment. And we do it all in one place with a special focus on the unique physiological and psychological needs of children and adolescents.The Weichman Clinic at Hoag Hospital's Neurosciences Institute provides unparalleled access to doctors and therapists who exclusively specialize in children and adolescents. Its multi-disciplinary team of professionals treats a variety of issues such as childhood or teenage developmental issues and complex mental health concerns. Each team member bring in-depth understanding of the unique needs of young people as well as a commitment to helping them gain insight into themselves so they can grow and thrive as adults.
(949) 537-2393
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Irvine, CA 92612
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Maria Lloyd, LMFT & Life Coach for Women
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I have specialized training working with Highly Sensitive People, Empaths, relationship Issues and women experiencing depression, anxiety and/or bipolar disorder .
Are you told by others that you are 'too much' or 'too emotional'? Do you feel like there's something wrong with you? Are your close relationships intense and draining? Are you depleted, stuck, burned out or resentful? Therapy can help. I CAN help. Finding the right therapist that you connect with and feel confident can help you is the biggest predictor of success.
(844) 334-6149
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Irvine, CA 92602
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Teri Wright Budner
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I have special interest in depression, bipolar disorder , anxiety disorders, and Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and can assess ADHD in adults.
To me, psychotherapy isn't about being SICK; it's about being BETTER. It's about getting out of your own way. It's about not taking responsibility for things you can't control, and about owning your own thoughts and feelings. It's about being able to tell the difference between logical thoughts and irrational feelings. Therapy offers no guarantees, but offers an opportunity to understand and be understood.
(657) 301-3351
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Irvine, CA 92602
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Sarah Raike
PA-C
Verified
Verified
Exclusively focused on mental health issues, Bonmente treats a myriad of psychiatric conditions including anxiety, depression, ADHD, sleep disorders, postpartum depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder , and panic attacks.
ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS FOR MEDICATION MANAGEMENT ONLY-Bonmente knows asking for help is not an easy thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here and we're doing things differently. You enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be.
(310) 929-6394
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Irvine, CA 92603
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Bipolar Disorder Therapists

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.