Bipolar Disorder Therapists in Los Angeles, CA

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Hannah Pasternak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Online Only
What clients can expect from working with me is: a) an exploration of their main concerns, b) discussions around ways to cope with symptoms of bipolar disorder, adolescent behavior, and PTSD c) conversations about how to improve functioning, fulfillment, and communication in relationships .
Do you find yourself feeling stressed and chaotic, but not sure what to do about it? Or maybe you'd like to feel more control over intense emotions (or behaviors), but aren't sure how or where to start? If these challenges also impact your relationships, your work (school), or your health, now's the time to connect with a therapist who can help. We'll work together to create strategies that reduce all the chaos, so you can feel happier in your relationships, more effective at work, and healthier in your body. Starting therapy is a powerful first step forward. Continue reading to learn how to start regaining control over your life.
What clients can expect from working with me is: a) an exploration of their main concerns, b) discussions around ways to cope with symptoms of bipolar disorder, adolescent behavior, and PTSD c) conversations about how to improve functioning, fulfillment, and communication in relationships .
Do you find yourself feeling stressed and chaotic, but not sure what to do about it? Or maybe you'd like to feel more control over intense emotions (or behaviors), but aren't sure how or where to start? If these challenges also impact your relationships, your work (school), or your health, now's the time to connect with a therapist who can help. We'll work together to create strategies that reduce all the chaos, so you can feel happier in your relationships, more effective at work, and healthier in your body. Starting therapy is a powerful first step forward. Continue reading to learn how to start regaining control over your life.
(714) 266-1634 View (714) 266-1634
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Alyson DiRocco Fisher
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90064
I specialize in treating bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, depression, and anxiety.
Connecting with the right therapist can be challenging. As a clinician, I strive to empower clients to make meaningful changes, while also helping them hold self-compassion in the process. I ground my work in evidence-based therapies, and use an in-depth case conceptualization to understand how problems are getting in the way of the life my clients want to lead.
I specialize in treating bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, depression, and anxiety.
Connecting with the right therapist can be challenging. As a clinician, I strive to empower clients to make meaningful changes, while also helping them hold self-compassion in the process. I ground my work in evidence-based therapies, and use an in-depth case conceptualization to understand how problems are getting in the way of the life my clients want to lead.
(310) 564-0785 View (310) 564-0785
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Christopher Joel Tromba
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90028
I specialize in working with adolescents and adults struggling with Bipolar, Depression, Relationship difficulties, and adjusting to the changes life brings.
You deserve a safe environment where you feel free to express yourself and seek to understand what makes you, you. I am excited about the power of the therapeutic process, and believe that working together we may achieve the change you seek.
I specialize in working with adolescents and adults struggling with Bipolar, Depression, Relationship difficulties, and adjusting to the changes life brings.
You deserve a safe environment where you feel free to express yourself and seek to understand what makes you, you. I am excited about the power of the therapeutic process, and believe that working together we may achieve the change you seek.
(805) 870-8901 View (805) 870-8901
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Robin Mohilner
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Online Only
Living with bipolar disorder doesn’t mean living with limits.
If you’re newly diagnosed, we’ll create a step-by-step plan towards your goals to help you feel more in control and supported. If you’ve been managing bipolar for a while, we’ll focus on deepening self-awareness, fostering empowerment, and helping you thrive on your own terms.
Living with bipolar disorder doesn’t mean living with limits.
If you’re newly diagnosed, we’ll create a step-by-step plan towards your goals to help you feel more in control and supported. If you’ve been managing bipolar for a while, we’ll focus on deepening self-awareness, fostering empowerment, and helping you thrive on your own terms.
(424) 348-7095 View (424) 348-7095
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Adella Jaeger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90064
 My areas of expertise include depression and anxiety, bipolar, child development, parenting, teens and maternal health.
Are you feeling "stuck," overwhelmed, or find yourself worrying about things beyond your control? You are looking for the right therapist, someone who will not only "get you," but will actually help you. I am not a stereotypical "so how does that make you feel" therapist. Yes, I am very empathetic, down to earth, caring, and intuitive.. And I am also practical. As a therapist with over a decade of experience, I am actively involved, goal oriented, and realistic. I am skilled at providing both traditional and cutting-edge therapies, using invaluable tools that can open the doors for the insight and clarity that you are searching for.
 My areas of expertise include depression and anxiety, bipolar, child development, parenting, teens and maternal health.
Are you feeling "stuck," overwhelmed, or find yourself worrying about things beyond your control? You are looking for the right therapist, someone who will not only "get you," but will actually help you. I am not a stereotypical "so how does that make you feel" therapist. Yes, I am very empathetic, down to earth, caring, and intuitive.. And I am also practical. As a therapist with over a decade of experience, I am actively involved, goal oriented, and realistic. I am skilled at providing both traditional and cutting-edge therapies, using invaluable tools that can open the doors for the insight and clarity that you are searching for.
(702) 710-0826 View (702) 710-0826
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Marcos Andrade
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90064
I have worked in community mental health, where I've supported clients grappling with bipolar disorder, addiction, substance abuse, and chronic mental health issues.
What's holding you back from starting your journey towards a brighter, more fulfilling life? I'm all about embracing authenticity and diving into your experiences and future aspirations. My approach is sincere and down-to-earth, bringing warmth, genuineness, and inclusivity into our therapy sessions together. I believe that therapy is a team effort where your needs and goals are what matter most. Clients like you can feel comfortable knowing I'm here to help you with compassion, creating a space where you can truly be yourself. I work with children, teens, adults, couples, and families. ¡Hablo español!
I have worked in community mental health, where I've supported clients grappling with bipolar disorder, addiction, substance abuse, and chronic mental health issues.
What's holding you back from starting your journey towards a brighter, more fulfilling life? I'm all about embracing authenticity and diving into your experiences and future aspirations. My approach is sincere and down-to-earth, bringing warmth, genuineness, and inclusivity into our therapy sessions together. I believe that therapy is a team effort where your needs and goals are what matter most. Clients like you can feel comfortable knowing I'm here to help you with compassion, creating a space where you can truly be yourself. I work with children, teens, adults, couples, and families. ¡Hablo español!
(310) 907-9456 View (310) 907-9456
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Shobha George
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I have experience working with all demographics but mostly with adults that struggle with a variety of issues, including (but not limited to) depression, anxiety, bipolar and psychotic disorders, stress management, family conflicts, relationship, behavioral and other mental health problems.
I believe while seeking help you have goals to attain and it is my job to help you get there. It is my honor to use my expertise, skills, and knowledge to support you in that journey.
I have experience working with all demographics but mostly with adults that struggle with a variety of issues, including (but not limited to) depression, anxiety, bipolar and psychotic disorders, stress management, family conflicts, relationship, behavioral and other mental health problems.
I believe while seeking help you have goals to attain and it is my job to help you get there. It is my honor to use my expertise, skills, and knowledge to support you in that journey.
(408) 516-4655 View (408) 516-4655
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Evans Wittenberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90027
I'm also very interested in working with bipolar disorder and people who struggle with personality issues.
I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and teens who want to feel more secure, connected, and fulfilled. My approach is warm, empathetic, and effective, helping you navigate challenges with greater confidence. My style and orientation lends itself to working well with women struggling with relationship anxiety and men who feel stuck in overthinking, unable to fully engage in life. Together, we can work through the fears and barriers holding you back, so you can build the meaningful life you deserve.
I'm also very interested in working with bipolar disorder and people who struggle with personality issues.
I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and teens who want to feel more secure, connected, and fulfilled. My approach is warm, empathetic, and effective, helping you navigate challenges with greater confidence. My style and orientation lends itself to working well with women struggling with relationship anxiety and men who feel stuck in overthinking, unable to fully engage in life. Together, we can work through the fears and barriers holding you back, so you can build the meaningful life you deserve.
(323) 746-0951 View (323) 746-0951
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Lana Cohen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90028
I work with clients struggling with bipolar disorder or depression, job and career stress, loneliness, and relationship conflicts.
In our work, we will explore how problems are shaped by the complicated social, cultural, and political contexts we live in. Though we live in a far from perfect world, we each have strengths and resources that can help us stand up to the challenges we face. I hope to help you feel empowered to lead a more purposeful and fulfilling life.
I work with clients struggling with bipolar disorder or depression, job and career stress, loneliness, and relationship conflicts.
In our work, we will explore how problems are shaped by the complicated social, cultural, and political contexts we live in. Though we live in a far from perfect world, we each have strengths and resources that can help us stand up to the challenges we face. I hope to help you feel empowered to lead a more purposeful and fulfilling life.
(747) 269-6061 View (747) 269-6061
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Davis Lo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
I have worked with various age groups from teens to older adults that struggle with psychosis, anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar, and social issues.
Do you feel stuck or lost? Almost like no matter what you do you cannot get out of your current situation? Are you having difficulty coping? Sometimes life happens and it can be overwhelming to deal with everything. Do you need someone who will listen, be compassionate, and non judgemental? Well look no further! By working together, your life can be easier. You will be able to identify your stressors, thought patterns, and challenges that gets in your way of moving forward in life.
I have worked with various age groups from teens to older adults that struggle with psychosis, anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar, and social issues.
Do you feel stuck or lost? Almost like no matter what you do you cannot get out of your current situation? Are you having difficulty coping? Sometimes life happens and it can be overwhelming to deal with everything. Do you need someone who will listen, be compassionate, and non judgemental? Well look no further! By working together, your life can be easier. You will be able to identify your stressors, thought patterns, and challenges that gets in your way of moving forward in life.
(562) 566-3553 View (562) 566-3553
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Katja D Pohl
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90049
My expertise include trauma, chronic illness/pain, bipolar disorder, addiction, and relationship problems.
Life can be hard and at times we need help. Through mutual collaboration we will get to know you, where you get stuck, your relationships, and how to create lasting and meaningful change in your life. Positive change through therapy can provide you with more stability, greater self-confidence, more compassion for yourself and others, increased satisfaction with your life, improved relationships, a feeling of satisfaction and ease about daily life, and the ability to take risks and advance professionally.
My expertise include trauma, chronic illness/pain, bipolar disorder, addiction, and relationship problems.
Life can be hard and at times we need help. Through mutual collaboration we will get to know you, where you get stuck, your relationships, and how to create lasting and meaningful change in your life. Positive change through therapy can provide you with more stability, greater self-confidence, more compassion for yourself and others, increased satisfaction with your life, improved relationships, a feeling of satisfaction and ease about daily life, and the ability to take risks and advance professionally.
(424) 230-8665 View (424) 230-8665
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Mason Nutter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
I have treated patients with depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, anxiety disorders, and substance abuse disorders.
I use different approaches, centering on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I incorporate elements of motivational interviewing and solution-focused therapy. I also incorporate elements of relapse prevention.
I have treated patients with depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, anxiety disorders, and substance abuse disorders.
I use different approaches, centering on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I incorporate elements of motivational interviewing and solution-focused therapy. I also incorporate elements of relapse prevention.
(510) 518-3935 View (510) 518-3935
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Leslie Margolis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I am experienced in treating a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder.
Additional treatment experience includes Couples and Family Therapy; Self Esteem; Sexual Abuse; LGBTQ; BDSM; Parenting; Phase of Life; Personality Disorders, and many additional issues. I work to help individuals develop better personal and professional relationships, improve communication skills, and achieve a greater level of happiness.
I am experienced in treating a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder.
Additional treatment experience includes Couples and Family Therapy; Self Esteem; Sexual Abuse; LGBTQ; BDSM; Parenting; Phase of Life; Personality Disorders, and many additional issues. I work to help individuals develop better personal and professional relationships, improve communication skills, and achieve a greater level of happiness.
(424) 295-7352 View (424) 295-7352
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Chris Marrero
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder.
My approach balances seriousness and humor, validation and supporting change, challenge and compassion. I am certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness. To further reduce symptoms, I offer biofeedback, a highly effective and quick alternative to medication that directly impacts the nervous system. Visit marreropsychology.com/biofeedback.
My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder.
My approach balances seriousness and humor, validation and supporting change, challenge and compassion. I am certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness. To further reduce symptoms, I offer biofeedback, a highly effective and quick alternative to medication that directly impacts the nervous system. Visit marreropsychology.com/biofeedback.
(424) 375-6014 View (424) 375-6014
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Maria Barelli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I currently work with individuals, couples, teens, and families with issues including: Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, and Substance abuse.
Here are are comments from my past clients "Maria is an excellent therapist. She has been instrumental in my recovery." "Maria was helpful especially since I was new to therapy."
I currently work with individuals, couples, teens, and families with issues including: Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, and Substance abuse.
Here are are comments from my past clients "Maria is an excellent therapist. She has been instrumental in my recovery." "Maria was helpful especially since I was new to therapy."
(626) 236-4971 View (626) 236-4971
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Dr. Alan E Clark
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Online Only
I specialize in treating couples and individual adults presenting with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, grief, substance abuse, and relational conflict and dissatisfaction.
I believe my excellent clinical training, professional experience, life experience, personal growth and authenticity contribute to my ability to assist others.
I specialize in treating couples and individual adults presenting with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, grief, substance abuse, and relational conflict and dissatisfaction.
I believe my excellent clinical training, professional experience, life experience, personal growth and authenticity contribute to my ability to assist others.
(310) 660-7462 View (310) 660-7462
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Krista Edwards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
I have 20 + year of experience in the field of helping clients with trauma and abuse, parenting issues, & bipolar disorder.
My specialty is in the area of child abuse, parenting, trauma domestic violence and substance abuse, child abuse issues. I know how to navigate in this area . My experience working in the area of mental health disorders such as bipolar, depression, anxiety and as a facilitator and at a mental health hospital.
I have 20 + year of experience in the field of helping clients with trauma and abuse, parenting issues, & bipolar disorder.
My specialty is in the area of child abuse, parenting, trauma domestic violence and substance abuse, child abuse issues. I know how to navigate in this area . My experience working in the area of mental health disorders such as bipolar, depression, anxiety and as a facilitator and at a mental health hospital.
(951) 977-4853 View (951) 977-4853
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DTLA Couples Counseling & Adoption Evaluations
Psychologist, PsyD, MDiv
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90071
Many clients are also dealing with schizophrenia, traumas, or bipolar disorder.
This therapy is different: I believe the typical, weekly, 50-minute session just drags the problem out. Let's fix this ASAP. So I offer 1) more frequent + longer sessions, 2) you'll have homework, 3) Sessions On Short Notice (if you're distressed or have a fight, let's try to meet ASAP, not next week). Book me now by clicking my website link.
Many clients are also dealing with schizophrenia, traumas, or bipolar disorder.
This therapy is different: I believe the typical, weekly, 50-minute session just drags the problem out. Let's fix this ASAP. So I offer 1) more frequent + longer sessions, 2) you'll have homework, 3) Sessions On Short Notice (if you're distressed or have a fight, let's try to meet ASAP, not next week). Book me now by clicking my website link.
(562) 837-0118 View (562) 837-0118
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Ashley Paculba
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
My name is Ashley Paculba, LMFT. I am passionate about helping others become the best version of themselves, find resilience, and overcome. I typically work with clients who are struggling with adjustment, anxiety, depression, bipolar, ADHD, grief and loss, and relationship issues.
My name is Ashley Paculba, LMFT. I am passionate about helping others become the best version of themselves, find resilience, and overcome. I typically work with clients who are struggling with adjustment, anxiety, depression, bipolar, ADHD, grief and loss, and relationship issues.
(424) 688-7944 View (424) 688-7944
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Sharon S Dunas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90024
Let me help you learn to cope and advocate for your relative with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, depression with psychotic features, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder and borderline personality disorder.
I help families gain knowledge about the cause, treatment, and prognosis of the major brain disorders. I help families learn about brain biology and to create a family environment that will contribute to a favorable outcome if their relative is diagnosed with a catastrophic brain illness. Recovery is possible today when the family is educated.
Let me help you learn to cope and advocate for your relative with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, depression with psychotic features, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder and borderline personality disorder.
I help families gain knowledge about the cause, treatment, and prognosis of the major brain disorders. I help families learn about brain biology and to create a family environment that will contribute to a favorable outcome if their relative is diagnosed with a catastrophic brain illness. Recovery is possible today when the family is educated.
(310) 207-3505 View (310) 207-3505
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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.