Bipolar Disorder Therapists in Sacramento, CA
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Colleen King
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Not being able to count on yourself is frustrating and discouraging. Anxiety, depression, or
bipolar disorder
get in the way of living your life and leave you feeling alone or ashamed. Anxiety can show up as procrastination, perfectionism, social isolation, catastrophic thinking, or feeling paralyzed by emotions. Depression might look like irritability, apathy, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, or negative, self-defeating thoughts. Mania can evoke impulsivity, sleep disturbance, or racing thoughts, and can result in feeling regretful and disoriented. I help adults and teens 16+ stabilize mood swings and increase self-worth.

Michael Anthony Nevans
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Mike likes to work with people who are ready to make changes in their life. They do not need to know exactly what that looks like or means yet, they just need to be sick and tired of feeling sick and tired. Mike enjoys working with people who have depression, anxiety, schizophrenia,
bipolar
, and addiction issues. He also practices couple therapy and likes to offer premarital counseling, empowerment couple's counseling, and helping the healing process post infidelity or other ruptures in the relationship. Mike spent 4 years working with people in an international setting in Tokyo and enjoys providing therapy in a multicultural space.
Not accepting new clients

Charlotte Jevons
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I am caring, warm, curious, respectful, open-minded and sincere. I welcome adults and mature adolescents to my practice who are struggling with a wide range of issues – problems with relationships, work, love, fear, hearing voices, play, sex, confusion, being alone, being with others, paranoia, feeling stuck, despair, worry, troubling thoughts, grief, etc. I am trained and experienced in treating depression, anxiety,
bipolar disorder
, schizophrenia, psychotic breaks, schizoaffective disorder, psychosis, PTSD, OCD and personality disorders.

Christine S Wu
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
My interests lie in mood disorders, particularly
Bipolar
Disorders, and anxiety.
Do you want a positive change in your life, one that you would be content and at peace with? Do you constantly worry about almost everything every day? Do you have a job that is so stressful that you are having trouble sleeping and eating? Do any of the questions listed above impact your relationships with your family, significant other, and/or friends? These are all the common issues I deal with in my practice. I also see clients with past abuse/trauma, domestic violence, and anger control problems. I welcome anyone from all cultural backgrounds to utilize my services. I offer telehealth only.

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.

Katrina Mae La Mar
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Clients I have worked with desire a safe place to grow and learn to accept themselves after experiencing a variety of life struggles. I believe people can learn to find the potential that is already within them when given helpful guidance. I have experience working with a variety of clients including adults and adolescents who have experienced homelessness, incarceration, developmental disabilities, anxiety, and severe mental illness, such as psychosis,
bipolar disorder
or severe major depressive disorder, in both inpatient and outpatient facilities.

Hilary Matthews
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Hello, my name is Hilary Matthews and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist and substance abuse counselor in Nevada, California, Utah and Oregon. I use different modalities in therapy. most often using Cognitive Behavior techniques for a number of symptoms and diagnoses, including but not limited to mood disorders, trauma, grief, relationships, stress, and substance use. I enjoy working with older teens and adults ages 16-65. I am experienced in treating anxiety disorders, depressive disorders,
bipolar disorder
, trauma, grief, substance use, relationships and other stressors.

Stancil Jl Hutchinson
Psychologist, PsyD, QME
Verified
Verified
I have experience with psychological and neuropsychological evaluations in private practice for a variety of issues: ADHD, anger, anxiety, autism,
bipolar
, depression, dementia, dyslexia, eating disorders, learning disabilities, personality issues, PTSD, sleep disorders, & traumatic brain injury.
I offer a variety of services and many can be offered through telemedicine. I have experience with various medical-legal evaluations, such as personal injury as an expert, fitness for duty, retirement disability, & workers' compensation. I am a psychologist and neuropsychologist Qualified Medical Examiner (QME), since 2015. I have expertise in clinical diagnosis, teaching “Adult Psychopathology” at California Northstate University (CNSU) since 2019, a school of professional psychology. I also teach "Neuropsychology” & “Best Practices Treatment for Adults," and "Psychological Testing."

Tammy Rovane
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I have committed myself to meeting clients where they are and providing a safe environment for individuals to process and embrace their authentic selves. My approach is behavioral and psychodynamic while pulling from mindfulness, family systems, trauma informed and DBT. I specialize in the treatment of complex childhood trauma, dissociative disorders, attachment and abandonment issues, self-harm and self-regulation issues, as well as individuals who struggle with borderline personality disorder. I also have a vast experience with depression,
bipolar
and anxiety.

Jack Lyons
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified
Verified
I have experience working with teens, young adults, adults in all life stages and family members of individuals with severe mental health diagnosis, such as Schizophrenia,
Bipolar Disorder
and Borderline Personality Disorder.
As humans we can all naturally struggle from time to time, but that doesn’t mean we have to do so alone. Together we can seek understanding for behaviors, clarity on our emotions, sort out any racing or disorganized thought patterns and rebuild the relationships with ourselves to strengthen the bonds with have with those in our lives. Whether its a safe space to reflect, processing complex trauma or breaking free from crippling symptoms like anxiety or depression, I am hopeful that our work can offer you feelings of relief.

Nathaniel Mills
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I treat adults suffering from anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties in my midtown Sacramento office. I've found success working with intelligent people stuck in situations they can't think their way out of. I enjoy challenging cases and working with diverse clients. I enjoy LGBT clients, people struggling with existential issues, and busy people trying to balance life with career. I have extensive experience working with treatment-resistant Depression, Anxiety, and
Bipolar
Disorders and can often help clients with innovative treatments. I am also Past President of the Sacramento Valley Psychological Association.

Chelsea Mackey
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I also have experience with people who identify as having a
bipolar
diagnosis, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues.
Hi there! Welcome to one more step in your search for the life you want. Therapy is one way to increase joy, be reminded of whats wonderful about yourself, and overcome the barriers that have blocked you in the past. It also gives you the tools to continue that process. Collaboratively we strengthen your sense of worth so that you have the energy and motivation to work toward your personal goals. Increasing self-compassion and awareness frees an individual from the habits or ruts we all tend to dip into in life.
Not accepting new clients

Trisha A Mendez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I have worked with Individual, Couple and Families struggling with attachment issues, addiction, chronic relapse, co-occurring disorders, depression, anxiety,
bipolar
, anger and stress issues, gay and lesbian issues, and Grief and Loss.
I AM CURRENTLY FULL AND UNABLE TO TAKE ANY NEW CLIENTS. Are you ready for a change? Are you tired of feeling the way you feel? Not quite sure what you need to do to feel a little different would you believe "change your thinking change your life" is all it may take? If any of this applies to you call me today. Remember you are more than a label or a feeling. Whether it is just you, you and your significant other, or you and your family things can change. I have worked with children, families and couples.

Troy Mickle
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Your therapy shall include an integrated treatment approach (CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Family Systems, Solutions Focused, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy). I work with a diverse client population, including those with single or dual diagnosis & co-occurring disorders (addiction, depression, anxiety,
bipolar
, PTSD, schizophrenia, sexual abuse). I work with individuals, couples, and adolescents. I am completing a Ph.D. in Integrated Behavioral Health that focuses on treating the “entire” person through integrated care, expected completion in 2024. I offer an in-person, Telehealth, or hybrid approach to both.

Carlos Juarez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I typically treat clients that suffer from panic attacks, depression, trauma,
bipolar
, anxiety and work-related stresses.
Hello. My name is Carlos Juarez and LCSW number is 101827. I am versed on CBT, Solution-Focused and Holistic therapy. My focus areas are anxiety, trauma, work-related stress and depression. My theoretical approaches range from CBT to Holistic.
Waitlist for new clients

Nefertiti Khemet Goudjayi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Maybe it started with a thought, that thought became bigger and bigger, that you were struggling mentally/emotionally. That thought brought you to my page, wanting to get help for the the intrusive thoughts, the struggles in your relationships, the worries, or deep sadness. I have a unique way of understanding and learning about people. I can be a listening ear, or I can be there to help guide you through some difficult life paths. We choose the path together, that way your needs are sure to be met. I have experience working with people who have ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD,
Bipolar Disorder
, and Borderline Personality Disorder.

Jean L. Mirando, MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
COPING SKILLS for Individuals, Couples, and families to help manage DEPRESSION, ANXIETY,
BIPOLAR DISORDER
/MOOD SWINGS.
Video Visits and Phone Sessions Only, to California residents, adults and teens. 33 + years of Counseling experience with ADULTS, ADOLESCENTS, and CHILDREN. Specializing in working with PARENTS with Strong Willed Children & Teens. COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY and DIALECTICAL BEHAVIORAL THERAPY to help reduce symptoms of Depression, Anxiety, and Mood Disorders. Working to foster Growth and Change from undesired patterns of thinking, and unhealthy FAMILY or RELATIONSHIP interactions, so that you can identify and work through the challenges you are experiencing. Visit my website at: jeanmirando.com
Not accepting new clients

Emily Fortney
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
My specialities and interests include: anxiety, depression,
bipolar disorder
, pregnancy loss, maternal mental health, veterans & military spouses, identity development, implicit bias, performance achievement, spirituality, & more.
My ultimate goal is to help you live a more authentic and centered life. Some days, life can feel so overwhelming. With each season of life bringing its own set of challenges, we often find ourselves cycling through different emotions and behavioral patterns. Sometimes we may feel confused, lost and “stuck” and we have no idea how to move forward; that’s where I come in. My job is to help facilitate healing and help you navigate life’s most complicated seasons. I whole-heartedly believe that the relationship you have with your therapist should be genuine, collaborative, and safe.
Office is near:
Sacramento, CA 95834 Not accepting new clients

Dr. Caryn Banqué
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Do you and your partner have the same argument and even though you know where it’s going, you’re still in it? Does your partner withdraw and refuse to talk about your relationship problems? Or maybe your partner constantly tries to get you to discuss your relationship and you don’t know what it is they need from you.

Sarah Marie Collins
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
My approach is strength based, solution focused, and client centered. Clients are the experts in their own lives and I am honored to be a trusted support person to them. I believe all people struggle with issues that they can use support in coping with. I can provide a non-judgmental and empathetic position to allow clients to feel safe in confiding in me. I will also be doing all that I can to assess for their safety and take necessary steps to improve their safety. My method is to identify the primary issues, establish goals and work to support the client in applying techniques and skills to meet those goals.
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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.