Bipolar Disorder Therapists in Chicago, IL
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Caitlin Ruby Miller
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed in a neurotypical world? Does everything you do feel harder than it’s ever been? Utilizing a therapy style crafted for each unique client, I will work with you to find a sense of purpose and connectedness. I specialize in working with clients who are struggling with neurodivergence, giftedness, queer identities, creativity, the arts, ADHD, ASD, boundaries, anxiety,
bipolar disorder
, and depression. I am passionate about not only learning skills and self-care, but also gaining insight and going deeper to find your own answers to your struggles and a greater connection and awareness of self.
Brittany Bogdajewicz
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
I have experience working with mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, anger, and
bipolar disorder
.
We all have unique innate strengths that create our inner awesomeness. However, sometimes we forget to nurture these qualities when we are consumed by the chaos of our day-to-day lives. My belief is that by recognizing and developing those strengths we will come to recognize and “own our awesome.” I am passionate about working with teens and adults in the LGBTQ+ community and empowering individuals to live according to their values.
Thomas Vittoria
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I have been providing mental and behavioral support to children, adolescents, and adults for over 20 years. I enjoy helping couples (particularly neurodiverse), find common ground and connection. I have extensive experience working with individuals on the Autism Spectrum. I also work with folks living with Schizophrenia,
Bipolar
, and Personality Disorders. I enjoy using play therapy with children to build strength through their understanding of the world. My work with different client needs and strengths keeps me excited, engaged, and active in each journey toward stability and wellness.
Rae K Watkins
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Dr. Watkins is a Clinical Psychologist who's profession experience includes psycho-diagnostic assessment and counseling of children, adolescents and adults in the areas of trauma, depression, anxiety,
bipolar disorder
, marital guidance, sexuality, juvenile delinquency and phase of life transitions. Dr. Watkins practices from a client-centered framework, focusing on genuineness and unconditional positive regard for clients, with the belief that all persons are capable of functioning at their full, yet personal, potential. Dr. Watkins has served as an Investigator on clinical trials in the areas of Depression,
Bipolar Disorder
and Schizophrenia.
Not accepting new clients
Sean McMenamin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have experience working with adults who struggled with anxiety, depression, grief, PTSD, substance use,
bipolar disorder
and schizophrenia.
Sharing one's thoughts and feelings with a complete stranger can seem awkward and bizarre. My goal early on in therapy is to make the experience feel as comfortable as possible by creating a space without judgement and aiming to understand you as a whole person, rather than simply a set of symptoms or a diagnosis. I believe that we all have the capacity to overcome life's many obstacles and live closer to our fullest potential. Although therapy is ultimately very serious, I use humor whenever possible so it doesn't feel like you're talking to a robot.
Barrett Kern
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
My strengths as a therapist are in helping people who are experiencing difficulties related to mood (depression,
bipolar disorder
), traumatic events (past or recent), anxiety, or psychosis. My therapy style is warm, person-centered, and collaborative. I am also LGBTQIA+ friendly, gender affirming, and body/sex positive. I welcome individuals who need a secure place to process relationship problems, to work on making life changes, or to learn useful coping tools to deal with life's stressors.
Manya Treece
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I have worked with many clients, including those who struggle with depression,
bipolar disorder
, suicidal ideation, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, domestic violence, drug and alcohol abuse, eating disorders, sexual and physical abuse, workplace issues, LGBTQ issues and issues surrounding chronic illness.
My name is Manya, and I am trained in psychodynamic, psychoanalytic psychotherapy. My approach is to form a relationship with each person I see, taking special care to note any patterns in a person's history or present that may be holding them back or causing unnecessary pain or conflict. I take great care to notice how the past is informing the present and to provide the insight needed to develop and maintain healthy relationships, behaviors and feelings.
Ann-Marie Michelle Sands
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified
Verified
My specializations include: attachment, trauma, divorce, grief, ADHD, life transitions, identity,
bipolar
, substance abuse, anxiety, depression, co-occurring disorders, grief, divorce, marital problems, and family discord.
My approach to individual, family and couples therapy is rooted in honesty and acceptance. I begin this process by providing a safe space and answering questions about the therapeutic process. I will collaborate with you to make treatment goals and we will discuss how to reach positive outcomes. Throughout this process, I will continuously get feedback from you to ensure you feel safe and invested in the process. I use mindfulness, emotion focused therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I have training and certifications in Gottman-Method Level I, Functional Family Therapy, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma Focused-CBT.
Emily Zibell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I come from working many years in a behavioral health hospital, specializing in adults with mood disorders including: anxiety, depression,
bipolar disorder
, and adjustment disorders.
I am a firm believer that when undergoing life’s challenges, we owe it to ourselves to be our own best support person we can be. Sometimes that means asking for help. Whether it’s managing the stresses of everyday life, keeping up with ever changing and ongoing societal and systemic concerns, or managing serious mental health distress, I am excited and honored to work with you towards your therapy goals.
Aimee Daramus
Psychologist, PsyD, LCP
Verified
Verified
I've spent my entire professional life working with people who have trauma, anxiety, depression,
bipolar disorder
, or a psychotic disorder. My clients are fighting a hard fight, and I value being in it with them. I called my web site "Audeo", which is Latin for "I dare", because my typical client needs some courage just to look up a therapist (or *another* therapist) and I respect it. When it was hard for you to show up for therapy, or use your coping skills, or get up today, you have my respect. You might be doing everything right when you don't feel right at all.
Terry Ann Dornak
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Some of the common issues I help my clients address include chronic pain, borderline personality disorder,
bipolar disorder
, trauma, and LGBTQ+ related issues.
It is my goal to provide you with a safe, therapeutic space to unload and explore your needs, worries, and fears whatever they may be. The path to healing is unique for each of us. We will work collaboratively towards meeting your goals and needs, and in doing so, make your life more comfortable and satisfying. It is my hope that each person who meets with me feels accepted, as I respect each individual's culture, gender, race, religion, and sexual identity.
Essential Counseling Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Essential Counseling Group (ECG) is a collective of mental health professionals whose goal is to heal clients through a psychodynamic framework. Our diverse experiences allow us to offer effective individual, family, and couples treatment. We treat a number of mental health challenges including depression, anxiety,
bipolar disorder
, and trauma. ECG is here to help you be the best version of yourself.
Brian B McCann
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, LSW, CADC
Verified
Verified
The issues that I help folks with include substance use, co-occurring disorders, anxiety, depression,
bipolar disorder
, schizophrenia, trauma, body dysmorphia, & interpersonal relationships. I firmly believe that evidence-based psychotherapy, focused on one’s identity and their own experiences, can provide individuals with the agency they need to live the best version of their lives. It is critical to me that those I work with know that their uniqueness is part of what contributes to their strengths. Furthermore, it contributes to the strength-based approach I believe best helps individuals learn to love themselves in society today.
Jessie Jingru Tan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I can help with: Mood issues (depression, anxiety,
bipolar disorder
), adult or childhood trauma, perinatal mental health concerns and birth trauma (for birthing and non-birthing parents), vicarious trauma, family and relationship difficulties, and grief.
Chinaeme Obialor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified
Verified
I have worked with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, mental illnesses, LGBTQ youths,
Bipolar disorder
and dual diagnosis in navigating complex life situations and family dynamics.
I am a licensed social worker and Psychotherapist. I earned my Bachelor and Master in Social Work from Northeastern Illinois University. I currently work as a medical Social Worker, i also have past experiences as a psych social worker. I have worked with Individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, severe mental illnesses, and LGBTQ youths in coming out to their families and navigating the sometimes complex family relationships thereafter. I am very social, personable and open. I am looking forward to connecting with you and together we can move even the biggest mountain.
Katie Bell Catalano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have worked with individuals of all ages who are experiencing various stressors such as adults experiencing depression, anxiety,
bipolar disorder
, trauma, relationship issues, career discernment, struggles with identity and substance abuse problems. I have also worked with teenagers and adolescents who are having difficulties with school, peer pressure, and/or a history of trauma. I enjoy working with couples and families, as well. I am also interested in the intersection between physical health and mental health as I believe in a holistic therapeutic approach.
Ruri (Nuri) Kim
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My clinical approach is authentic and integrative, resulting in a collaborative treatment plan based on client’s culture and values, the best available clinical research, and clinical expertise for my clients to thrive in their lives. I enjoy working with children, adolescents and adults in individual, family and group settings. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, ADHD, OCD, Executive Functioning (EF) skills, complex trauma/PTSD,
bipolar disorder
, depression, racial/cultural identities, academic performance, family conflicts, relationship issues, grief, life transitions, stress and other life concerns. I also speak Korean.
Dr. Jonah Waseberg
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD
Verified
Verified
Currently sessions are conducted virtually- Dr. Waseberg is a psychotherapist and professor of counseling psychology. He helps individuals and couples struggling with relationships, trauma, depression, anxiety, PTSD, eating disorders, grief, alcohol/drugs, abandonment, anger, OCD, social anxiety, phobia,
bipolar
/borderline and other psychological issues. He digs deep into the roots of your underlying issues in a safe non-judgmental space with empathy. He has rich experience providing counseling in private practice settings as well as Inpatient Residential Treatment, Partial Hospitalization-PHP, and Intensive Outpatient-IOP settings.
Dr. Dametria L Ewunes
PsyD, QMHP
1 Endorsed
1 Endorsed
Dr. Dee is a general practitioner therapist with a wealth of clinical and work experience in hospital intake departments, inpatient, outpatient, private practice, adult day treatment program, residential, agency, and school settings. She has provided treatment for clients who struggle with mild, moderate, severe, and chronic mental illnesses and developmental disabilities including: Depression, Anxiety, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder,
Bipolar Disorder
, Schizophrenia, Developmental Disabilities, behavioral problems, relationship issues, and religious/spiritual issues.
Zoe Tennenbaum
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
Zoe Tennenbaum, LPC, is warm, optimistic, and personable. She prioritizes connecting with each client and makes sure they feel heard, understood, and encouraged. Zoe supports adolescents and adults struggling with
bipolar disorder
, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and more. She uses person-centered therapy to ensure clients are well heard and understood, solution-focused therapy to encourage movement towards goals, REBT to combat faulty assumptions, and art therapy to process emotions on a deeper level. Zoe is also able to support spiritual needs with Christian counseling.
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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.