Bipolar Disorder Therapists in Oakland, CA
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Cathy Conway
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I also specialize in working with clients who experience anxiety, panic, depression and
bipolar disorder
.
My approach to therapy is down to earth, warm yet direct. My primary task is to get to know you, your challenges, strengths, and goals so that together we can find ways to build more joy into your life. I find it helpful to work with clients to understand lifelong patterns and also to seek out specific ways to experience personal growth.
Alisa Birgy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified
Verified
I am a change oriented therapist and would like to support you in finding new solutions to old problems. I am part of a group practice that provides individual and group DBT, and I have experience working with addiction/alcoholism, trauma,
bipolar disorder
, and psychosis. My other passion is parenting and pregnancy as I ran a parenting program for 12 years. I understand the stresses facing parents with young children, and will provide a trusting relationship where you can develop skills and experience more joy in parenting.
Matthew Mollenhauer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 8 years experience in behavioral healthcare. My career has led me to work in a wide variety of settings with diverse clientele. Right now, I primarily work with individuals who struggle to manage symptoms related to depression, anxiety, and
bipolar disorder
. However, I also have experience working with a wide array of issues that include, addiction, psychosis, trauma, self-esteem, and more. Ultimately, I see the client as in charge of what we're here to work on; my role is to help keep sessions focused, offer perspective, and provide clinical expertise.
Audra Linn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I specialize in treating trauma, anxiety,
bipolar disorder
, and young adults.
I strive to practice with a warm, down-to-earth approach grounded in research-backed interventions. I like to use examples from my own life to demonstrate the therapeutic skills I teach, and work to get to know my clients to tailor treatment to each person’s specific needs and therapy goals. I have two main promises to all clients: 1) I will always use empirically-validated interventions and 2) I will never ask you to do something that I would not do myself. My primary treatment modality is Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) because it has a large body of research for a broad range of mental health conditions and stressors.
Gigi Pagani
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
My specialties include
bipolar disorder
and/or creativity.
Are you or your child unhappy, anxious, angry, or grieving? Has your life been upended by COVID19? Perhaps you are adjusting to a
bipolar
diagnosis, recovering from trauma, struggling in relationships, seeking personal growth, or discovering your identity. Adults, couples, and children are all welcome in my practice! Together, we will consider the complexity of who and how you are—your unique combination of life experiences, temperament, culture, relationships, and more. In exploring formative experiences and present-day struggles and strengths, we will discover and address what is interfering with you having the life you desire.
William Selig, PsyD, MFA
Psychologist, PsyD, MFA
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
My special interests include anxiety, trauma, creativity,
bipolar disorder
, and DBT-informed treatment.
Are you feeling stuck or overwhelmed? Do you get in your own way, with negative thoughts or behaviors? Do you struggle with intimacy and trust? Perhaps you're gripped by emotions you cannot control; or the opposite - feel disconnected, alienated, unable to get close? Others have found healing and transformation through psychotherapy - there is hope! It's important to find the right therapist for YOU, so I'm glad you're shopping around. You can see me in the video on my website, "Finding A Therapist", where I provide some concrete tips about the process.
David A Donovan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
My primary clinical specialties are
Bipolar Disorder
& Substance Abuse, and associated problems e.
Are you a man with problems at work, or your relationships? Do you want things to be different? Then you must do things differently. Usually we solve problems by our efforts, or with the support of friends and family. That is often best. Other times, professional guidance is required. If you want an experienced psychologist who is well informed, practical, compassionate, and collaborative, consider working with me. I am ready to help you help yourself. Just email to arrange a phone consultation without cost or obligation. Please note: I provide online therapy to California men only.
Andrea Starn
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified
Verified
Currently at Gateway Psychiatric Services, I see people facing depression, anxiety, and
Bipolar Disorder
.
Congratulations on looking into finding a therapist. These are truly difficult times, and you’re not alone if you find yourself increasingly experiencing feelings of depression, anxiety, and uncertainty. Therapy can be a powerful resource in regaining hope, clarity, purpose, and direction with which to meet this particularly challenging moment. For those starting therapy, I prioritize building a strong rapport; a climate of safety and trust; and a compassionate and empathetic therapeutic environment. I also emphasize respect for your personal values and goals as well as clear and responsive communication.
Kelly Albrecht
Pre-Licensed Professional, ASW
Verified
Verified
I also have a background in working with adolescents and adults experiencing substance use disorder, including when experienced concurrently with
bipolar
disorders and personality disorders.
Are you struggling to process depression, anxiety, relationship/family issues, and trauma? These emotional ruptures can cause major disruptions in our lives. The work to process these types of life events is multifaceted, and I can help you identify your feelings and potential relational patterns, build tolerance and acceptance around challenging ones, and set meaningful goals. In order to do so, I utilize various therapeutic approaches consisting of ACT, CBT, and Problem Solving Therapy and somatic interventions.
Waitlist for new clients
Katie Keech
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am also skilled with issues concerning psychosis and
bipolar
disorders.
My clients are creative, questioning, and active in diverse communities. They often want a therapist who is both engaging and collaborative with the healing process. Someone who combines the skills of being transparent, supportive, and respectfully challenges them towards change. I have 18 years experience with adults, teens couples, and poly groups. I've led grief groups for those who've lost someone to suicide, managed programs for individuals struggling with severe mental illness, and have become an expert in clinically working with trauma with TAY (Transitional Aged Youth) who are young adult individuals between 18-25.
Will Hall
MA, DiplPW
I work with trauma and extreme states of consciousness, including alternatives for
bipolar
, schizophrenia, psychosis, medication, diagnosis, and family domestic violence.
My work as a therapist is to help individuals, couples, and families access new resources behind emotional struggles and life problems. I am trained in Jungian and Open Dialogue approaches and am a lifelong learner of the work of R.D. Laing. I am recognized internationally for my advocacy and training work in the psychiatric survivors movement and as a leader for new social responses to what gets called madness and psychosis. I see suffering, including what gets called psychosis, from outside the narrow mechanistic science, diagnostic label, and medication views.
Tim Henry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have 16 years of experience helping clients with relationship issues, depression, anxiety, life transitions, divorce, boundary issues, parental challenges, grief, trauma, chronic pain, &
Bipolar Disorder
.
Who is driving you crazy? Your partner, your boss, your teacher, your mother? Are you feeling overwhelmed, trapped, unsatisfied? Would you like to be more assertive, establish stronger boundaries & have more satisfying relationships? Would you like to remove obstacles that are preventing you from achieving your dreams? I want to help you develop life-long patterns to sustain a richer, more gratifying life. I specialize in working with adults going through transitions relating to work, school & relationships. I love working with intelligent, creative, motivated & insightful clients.
Dr. Aviva Wilcox
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I support folks in navigating anxiety, depression,
bipolar disorder
, grief, and life transitions, including divorce, identity exploration, and responding to the impacts of discrimination.
The single most consistent predictor of success in therapy is the relationship between therapist and client. I prioritize creating a trusting relationship. My approach is collaborative, relational, and interactive. I balance listening deeply with gently challenging clients to make meaningful change. I am not a therapist who sits back silently. I also do not presume that any given technique or my own experience hold all the answers in our journey together. Rather, I draw on evidence-based, relational practices, more than a decade of clinical practice, and your lived experience, cultural and personal practices, beliefs, and values.
Kyra Sanchez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I have extensive experience in individual, group, and family therapy. I received my BA degree at the University of California, Los Angeles, then attended graduate school at the University of Southern California (USC) where I received my MSW degree in Social Work with an emphasis on Mental Health. I place an emphasis on crafting individualized, holistic, strength-based treatment plans to best fit the unique needs of each patient and their family. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, and various other mood disorders, including
bipolar disorder
; as well as attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and substance use disorders.
Shenae Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I have experience treating issues related to depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use disorders,
bipolar
, personality disorders, interpersonal violence, grief and loss, culture, cultural and systemic oppression, family or origin, and life purpose.
I am client-centered, compassionate, empathetic, hopeful and believe we all need help and support during life. I believe it's important to have a working and collaborative professional therapeutic relationship.
Chris Restivo - Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Most of my clinical work has been spent treating individuals with mood disorders (major depression,
bipolar disorder
, etc.
We are all inherently whole- we've just forgotten... Underneath the tumult and overwhelming flood of uncomfortable emotions is a core unscathed by the stress and trauma. My role is to help you find your way back to your center where life again feels manageable, satisfying, and vibrant. Ultimately you're the expert; yet each step of the way I will be there with you to collaborate and support your efforts.
Jeffrey Hall Psy. D
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Welcome. I offer an initial 30 minute phone or video consultation at no charge. It's essential to determine comfort level and fit before proceeding. I have have expertise with adult ADHD, marital/relational therapy, trauma (PTSD), geriatric populations,
bipolar
spectrum disorders, and the more common disorders (major depression/anxiety). My approach aims to provide some immediate symptom relief while also focusing on deeper, longer term resolution. Many clinical situations cannot be quickly resolved in a way that sustains. Therefore, I am also attentive to unconscious processes, relational patterns and family-of-origin influences.
Not accepting new clients
Kelley Bryan Gin
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Depression and
bipolar
disorders and Psychosis in children, teens, and adults.
My practice focus includes treating children, teens, and families as well as adult individuals facing complicated emotional and behavioral conditions. How I work depends upon the circumstances bringing you to a psychotherapist as different problems and situations need different approaches. Every therapy is unique even if there are preferred methods and practices for treating anxiety, depression, and others. Each treatment is foremost a relationship. This often takes time to build, which may be a challenge when limited by schedules, insurance benefits, or circumstances. My goal is that psychotherapy is effective in addressing change in thinking and behavior, and that you find it helpful.
Susan Futterman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MA, MFT
Verified
Verified
I am primarily focused on working with bereaved individuals and/or families who have lost someone to suicide as well as working with individuals who have made suicide attempts in the past or are considering an attempt. In addition, I work with individuals dealing with emotional/psychological trauma of all types, as well as with depression and grief. I also have experience working with people dealing with challenges such as
bipolar disorder
. I provide both individual and group therapy.
Shelly Harris
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist with a heart for the lost and hurting. I specialize in helping Adolescents, Adults and their families navigate the challenges of Depression, Anxiety,
Bipolar disorder
, panic disorder, family stress, overwhelming academic pressures, low self-esteem, racial, sexuality, and gender issues (LGBTQ+). I help people of all ages take charge of their mental health symptoms and navigate the challenges of life. I help people find their way back to happy, guide them in healing their broken hearts, and above all honor who my clients are and the abilities they have, to live the lives they desire.
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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.