Bipolar Disorder Therapists in Lowndes County, GA
Please contact me for behavioral issues, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorders, and/or personality disorders.
Private practice psychotherapy specializing in CBT, DBT, and MI. Also, if you are a couple looking to separate or divorce, contact me for a free initial consultation. I provide advocacy for families in divorce, focusing on the quality of life before, during, and after divorce. Reducing the cost and eliminating family wounding are priorities in my work.
Please contact me for behavioral issues, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorders, and/or personality disorders.
Private practice psychotherapy specializing in CBT, DBT, and MI. Also, if you are a couple looking to separate or divorce, contact me for a free initial consultation. I provide advocacy for families in divorce, focusing on the quality of life before, during, and after divorce. Reducing the cost and eliminating family wounding are priorities in my work.
I have worked with clients with a wide range of issues and symptoms including depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, relationship issues and bullying in school & workplace.
I look forward to working with you! specialties Stress, Anxiety Parenting issues Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes Also experienced in: Relationship issues , Family conflicts , Trauma and abuse , Grief , Anger management , Compassion fatigue , ADHD , Abandonment, Attachment Issues , Body Image , Caregiver Issues and Stress , Commitment Issues.
I have worked with clients with a wide range of issues and symptoms including depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, relationship issues and bullying in school & workplace.
I look forward to working with you! specialties Stress, Anxiety Parenting issues Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes Also experienced in: Relationship issues , Family conflicts , Trauma and abuse , Grief , Anger management , Compassion fatigue , ADHD , Abandonment, Attachment Issues , Body Image , Caregiver Issues and Stress , Commitment Issues.
My Name is Myra and I am so happy to have the opportunity to serve women and men who suffer from depression, anxiety and childhood trauma. My ideal client is any man or woman who grew up like I did, in addiction, abuse, and with low self-esteem. I believe that it's our secrets that keeps us sick and I am simply here to help you heal and to love and accept yourself just as you are because YOU ARE enough! My specialties are Trauma, Depression and Anxiety, Self-Esteem issues, Addiction Counseling, PTSD Treatment I believe that everyone deserves a second chance.
My Name is Myra and I am so happy to have the opportunity to serve women and men who suffer from depression, anxiety and childhood trauma. My ideal client is any man or woman who grew up like I did, in addiction, abuse, and with low self-esteem. I believe that it's our secrets that keeps us sick and I am simply here to help you heal and to love and accept yourself just as you are because YOU ARE enough! My specialties are Trauma, Depression and Anxiety, Self-Esteem issues, Addiction Counseling, PTSD Treatment I believe that everyone deserves a second chance.
We all have a life to live, and sometimes we need a little help to manage how life challenges us.
We all have a life to live, and sometimes we need a little help to manage how life challenges us.
I seek to establish a mutual understanding of the issue through metaphor and collaboration with my clients. Providing an unbiased view of the problem formation and explore its solution via the client’s own understanding. I wish to establish a warm and caring relationship with you in order to assist in building on your strengths and better cooperate with you towards meeting your goals and living the meaningful life you value and desire.
I seek to establish a mutual understanding of the issue through metaphor and collaboration with my clients. Providing an unbiased view of the problem formation and explore its solution via the client’s own understanding. I wish to establish a warm and caring relationship with you in order to assist in building on your strengths and better cooperate with you towards meeting your goals and living the meaningful life you value and desire.
I am truly delighted that you are contemplating the start of your therapy journey. As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I am well-prepared to provide therapeutic services to teens and adults, couples, and families alike. I offer virtual sessions for residents of GA & FL. I also provide in-person sessions for the South GA & North FL area. My practice embraces those traversing the intricate landscapes of relational and attachment challenges, acute and complex trauma, anxiety, depression, impulsivity, low self-esteem, substance use, anger, grief, and the many transitions life presents.
I am truly delighted that you are contemplating the start of your therapy journey. As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I am well-prepared to provide therapeutic services to teens and adults, couples, and families alike. I offer virtual sessions for residents of GA & FL. I also provide in-person sessions for the South GA & North FL area. My practice embraces those traversing the intricate landscapes of relational and attachment challenges, acute and complex trauma, anxiety, depression, impulsivity, low self-esteem, substance use, anger, grief, and the many transitions life presents.
I am eager to work with anyone who needs mental health therapy or addiction counseling. I have more experience working with those individuals who have been abused or suffered a traumatic event. I am certified trauma therapist as well as I am EMDR certified (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing). I enjoy working with individuals who suffer with an addiction as well. My ideal client would be an individual who is ready to address issues of mental health or substance abuse.
I am eager to work with anyone who needs mental health therapy or addiction counseling. I have more experience working with those individuals who have been abused or suffered a traumatic event. I am certified trauma therapist as well as I am EMDR certified (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing). I enjoy working with individuals who suffer with an addiction as well. My ideal client would be an individual who is ready to address issues of mental health or substance abuse.
Cassie Avellaneda is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC. Cassie’s professional career began in the public education system. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Warner University. She taught in the public-school system for several years. Cassie then received her Master of Arts Degree in Counseling from Webster University. Cassie has been a fully licensed clinician for almost 10 years in the state of Florida. In relocating to Georgia, she is now dually licensed in both Florida and Georgia.
Cassie Avellaneda is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC. Cassie’s professional career began in the public education system. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Warner University. She taught in the public-school system for several years. Cassie then received her Master of Arts Degree in Counseling from Webster University. Cassie has been a fully licensed clinician for almost 10 years in the state of Florida. In relocating to Georgia, she is now dually licensed in both Florida and Georgia.
I am passionate about being able to help clients learn to help themselves. Often times, we aren't equipped with the tools and knowledge to move through life's challenges. I specialize in helping my clients heal from underlying traumas that continue to cause distress, while also treating current symptoms of anxiety and depression. I hope that each of my clients feel validated, supported, and valued. I am inspired by seeing my clients begin making necessary changes in their own lives to improve their overall wellbeing.
I am passionate about being able to help clients learn to help themselves. Often times, we aren't equipped with the tools and knowledge to move through life's challenges. I specialize in helping my clients heal from underlying traumas that continue to cause distress, while also treating current symptoms of anxiety and depression. I hope that each of my clients feel validated, supported, and valued. I am inspired by seeing my clients begin making necessary changes in their own lives to improve their overall wellbeing.
Chastidy Boutin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Valdosta, GA 31602
You may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or struggling with the weight of trauma, anxiety, or other life changes. Maybe you are a survivor of a traumatic event, trying your best to cope with life's stressors, or even facing difficult thoughts and emotions. Whatever your current challenge is, the motivation for change that is self-driven is the most important. You want real change, and not surface-level fixes. I’m here to help you with learning tools, processing, and moving forward.
You may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or struggling with the weight of trauma, anxiety, or other life changes. Maybe you are a survivor of a traumatic event, trying your best to cope with life's stressors, or even facing difficult thoughts and emotions. Whatever your current challenge is, the motivation for change that is self-driven is the most important. You want real change, and not surface-level fixes. I’m here to help you with learning tools, processing, and moving forward.
Is life scary sometimes? Is it hard for you to have the confidence to tackle the big things in life? Do you sometimes notice a younger part of yourself that needs comfort? I help those of you who suffer from unresolved traumas both big and small. I pull from my experiences of mother, grandmother, wife, widow, sister, daughter. Together we can explore the different parts of self and how our roles and relationships affect us.
Is life scary sometimes? Is it hard for you to have the confidence to tackle the big things in life? Do you sometimes notice a younger part of yourself that needs comfort? I help those of you who suffer from unresolved traumas both big and small. I pull from my experiences of mother, grandmother, wife, widow, sister, daughter. Together we can explore the different parts of self and how our roles and relationships affect us.
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Are you feeling trapped in cycles of addiction, or struggling with relationships that seem impossible to repair? Does unresolved trauma weigh heavily on you, or do you find yourself overwhelmed by anxiety, sleepless nights, or constant emotional turbulence? Maybe you carry deep feelings of shame or guilt or feel disconnected from your sense of self. If you’re feeling stuck, uncertain about the future, or wondering if things will ever get better, know that you don't have to face these battles alone. Change is possible, and support is here when you're ready to take the first step.
Are you feeling trapped in cycles of addiction, or struggling with relationships that seem impossible to repair? Does unresolved trauma weigh heavily on you, or do you find yourself overwhelmed by anxiety, sleepless nights, or constant emotional turbulence? Maybe you carry deep feelings of shame or guilt or feel disconnected from your sense of self. If you’re feeling stuck, uncertain about the future, or wondering if things will ever get better, know that you don't have to face these battles alone. Change is possible, and support is here when you're ready to take the first step.
For 20 years, I have specialized in PTSD, anxiety, phobias, depression, dissociative disorders, psychosis and addiction…basically anything related to trauma. I have treated men, women and children who have experienced trauma and struggled to cope effectively. I have helped people with issues they are experiencing in their relationships and assisted with grief and loss and breakups. If someone is struggling to cope without using some sort of substance, prescribed or not, I am willing and able to assist them with finding their way to acceptance and peace. I also work with athletes to help them achieve theIr highest potential.
For 20 years, I have specialized in PTSD, anxiety, phobias, depression, dissociative disorders, psychosis and addiction…basically anything related to trauma. I have treated men, women and children who have experienced trauma and struggled to cope effectively. I have helped people with issues they are experiencing in their relationships and assisted with grief and loss and breakups. If someone is struggling to cope without using some sort of substance, prescribed or not, I am willing and able to assist them with finding their way to acceptance and peace. I also work with athletes to help them achieve theIr highest potential.
My Approach Three words which describe my therapeutic style are: engaging, non-judging, & compassionate. My approach is based on experience with both Psychoanalysis & Cognitive Behavioral Therapy which I use interchangeably to provide quality and thorough therapy to my clients. It is my belief that success in therapy has its framework in these two approaches where the goal is for the client to understand how thoughts impact feelings and feelings impact behavior.
My Approach Three words which describe my therapeutic style are: engaging, non-judging, & compassionate. My approach is based on experience with both Psychoanalysis & Cognitive Behavioral Therapy which I use interchangeably to provide quality and thorough therapy to my clients. It is my belief that success in therapy has its framework in these two approaches where the goal is for the client to understand how thoughts impact feelings and feelings impact behavior.
Leah C. McMillan
Marriage & Family Therapist, DPA, LMFT, CFRC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Valdosta, GA 31602
I have extensive clinical experience, 20 years+, working in the trauma-related, mental health, and counseling fields. I have been clinically licensed as a LMFT since 2006 and am an active member (clinical fellow) of AAMFT/GAMFT. My clinical path has allowed me to gain significant knowledge and experience in the field of mental health & counseling, clinical consultation, and speaking. I provide ongoing counseling in the areas of individual (children, adolescents, and adults), family, marital/couple/pre-marital, and group therapy. In addition, I am EMDR Trained and obtained my certification as a Certified First Responder Counselor.
I have extensive clinical experience, 20 years+, working in the trauma-related, mental health, and counseling fields. I have been clinically licensed as a LMFT since 2006 and am an active member (clinical fellow) of AAMFT/GAMFT. My clinical path has allowed me to gain significant knowledge and experience in the field of mental health & counseling, clinical consultation, and speaking. I provide ongoing counseling in the areas of individual (children, adolescents, and adults), family, marital/couple/pre-marital, and group therapy. In addition, I am EMDR Trained and obtained my certification as a Certified First Responder Counselor.
Therapy allows me to work with people from all walks of life. My experience has led me to working with people who have experienced medical trauma and grief. I have spent many years helping people with chronic illness find ways to create meaning and satisfaction in their life.I also work with people who are coping with anxiety, depression, stress, and many other life challenges. Anyone who wants to find a balance between their emotional and physical health to be the best version of themselves. From self improvement to coping with life threatening illness, I enjoy clients who want to grow emotionally.
Therapy allows me to work with people from all walks of life. My experience has led me to working with people who have experienced medical trauma and grief. I have spent many years helping people with chronic illness find ways to create meaning and satisfaction in their life.I also work with people who are coping with anxiety, depression, stress, and many other life challenges. Anyone who wants to find a balance between their emotional and physical health to be the best version of themselves. From self improvement to coping with life threatening illness, I enjoy clients who want to grow emotionally.
About me As a young adult during graduate school at Boston College in 2008 I began my social work/counseling career in a men's medium security prison in Massachusetts. There, I provided individual and group therapy to particularly vulnerable incarcerated individuals, who were dealing with mental health challenges on top of their incarceration. After several years working in correctional mental health I transitioned into an outpatient counseling role in an outpatient detox center and provided support to
About me As a young adult during graduate school at Boston College in 2008 I began my social work/counseling career in a men's medium security prison in Massachusetts. There, I provided individual and group therapy to particularly vulnerable incarcerated individuals, who were dealing with mental health challenges on top of their incarceration. After several years working in correctional mental health I transitioned into an outpatient counseling role in an outpatient detox center and provided support to
Currently Accepting New Clients. In Georgia we are accepting Aetna, Anthem, BCBS, Cigna and Optum (Oxford, Oscar and United) via Headway. We provide telemedicine services and in the Valdosta GA area homebased services and some crisis/intensive services as well. With 30 years experience I provide services in specialized areas ranging from trauma, narcissistic abuse, juvenile sexual offender treatment to other complicated areas of recovery such as loss of custody, grief, adjustment to refugee process, persecution recovery and identity concerns. In our Birmingham office outpatient contact is monthly to bimonthly as available.
Currently Accepting New Clients. In Georgia we are accepting Aetna, Anthem, BCBS, Cigna and Optum (Oxford, Oscar and United) via Headway. We provide telemedicine services and in the Valdosta GA area homebased services and some crisis/intensive services as well. With 30 years experience I provide services in specialized areas ranging from trauma, narcissistic abuse, juvenile sexual offender treatment to other complicated areas of recovery such as loss of custody, grief, adjustment to refugee process, persecution recovery and identity concerns. In our Birmingham office outpatient contact is monthly to bimonthly as available.
Traci Zajdel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Valdosta, GA 31602
Waitlist for new clients
The clients I work with often come to me feeling as though they are alone in their struggles and need someone to reassure them that they have the capabilities and strengths within them to work through their circumstances and grow as individuals in the process. They are seeking connection through warm, genuine positive regard and curiosity to understand their unique framework of beliefs and values.
The clients I work with often come to me feeling as though they are alone in their struggles and need someone to reassure them that they have the capabilities and strengths within them to work through their circumstances and grow as individuals in the process. They are seeking connection through warm, genuine positive regard and curiosity to understand their unique framework of beliefs and values.
Tommy Hampton IV
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CFVIPF
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Greetings and welcome! I'm Tommy Hampton, IV. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and AAMFT Approved Supervisor Candidate. My extensive education and training have equipped me to specialize in a holistic approach in areas such as Couple's Dynamics, Family Systems, Men's Issues, Christian Counseling, LGBTQIA+, Grief, Stress Management, Parenting, Anger Management, Cultural Competency Issues, and Personal Growth.
Greetings and welcome! I'm Tommy Hampton, IV. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and AAMFT Approved Supervisor Candidate. My extensive education and training have equipped me to specialize in a holistic approach in areas such as Couple's Dynamics, Family Systems, Men's Issues, Christian Counseling, LGBTQIA+, Grief, Stress Management, Parenting, Anger Management, Cultural Competency Issues, and Personal Growth.
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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.