Bipolar Disorder Therapists in Naperville, IL
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Angela Johnson
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
My name is Angela Johnson, and I’m a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 15 years of clinical experience working with young adults and the LGBTQ+ community with Anxiety, Depression,
Bipolar Disorder
, Trauma, PTSD, and Panic Attacks. I utilize a combination of Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Couples Therapy, Mindfulness-Based (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma Focused during my treatments with clients. I believe it is also my job to help clients learn about themselves and determine what is important and what is not.
Sarah Prendergast
Counselor, LCPC
Verified
Verified
I work with adolescents, young adults and adults who are struggling with depression, generalized anxiety, panic attacks, social anxiety, ADHD, addiction,
Bipolar disorder
, emotional/behavioral disorders, grief/loss, trauma, stress, relationship issues and adjustment to developmental and life transitions.
My therapeutic approach is supportive, engaging, and collaborative. I work to foster trust and compassion with every client and family I see using a more interactive approach. My goal is to help my clients identify goals and learn strategies to achieve these goals through techniques tailored specifically for them. I also enjoy using humor in my sessions to engage clients and help them feel at ease. I have 15 years experience working in mental health and a Master of Arts degree from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in Counseling.
Quinisha Lee-Vaughn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Quinisha has a wealth of experience counseling children, adolescents, adults, and families challenged with: Anxiety, Depression,
Bipolar
and related mood disorders, Post-traumatic stress (PTSD), Substance use, Disruptive behaviors, Parent-child conflict, and other adverse life events.
Quinisha Lee-Vaughn (she/her) is an experienced and innovative Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Quinisha is a kind, innovative, motivated, and versatile therapist. She is very compassionate and energetic, which allows her to establish understanding and rapport with her diverse clientele.
Leah K Neu Weiland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified
Verified
Leah works primarily with Adolescents and Adults working through a variety of disorders including substance abuse, anxiety, ADHD, depression,
bipolar
, dual diagnosis, abuse, and trauma. Leah uses a variety of methods to help patients identify, process, and cope with their life challenges. Leah uses a variety of methods to combine a functional treatment plan so that clients can be able to help themselves process daily struggles to lead a productive lifestyles. .
Walter Gaskew IV
Counselor, MA, LCPC, CADC
Verified
Verified
I am a Licensed Clinical Practicing Counselor (LCPC) and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC). I began working in the mental health field in 2012 at an inpatient mental health facility in Chicago working with individuals who struggled with behavioral disorders. Since then, I have worked with and assisted individuals with depression, anxiety,
bipolar disorder
, ADHD, and substance use disorder issues in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I connect well with both men and women.
Cynthia M Stafford
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety and panic disorders; depression,
bipolar
disorders and post-partum depression; eating disorders, including anorexia, bulimia, and compulsive overeating; weight management and healthy lifestyle coaching; trauma recovery, including sexual abuse; self-esteem and self-image issues; marriage and relationship counseling; and divorce recovery.
Are you struggling in your personal life or relationships? Counseling is the first step to becoming healthy and fulfilled. I have 30+ years of experience walking alongside people of all ages, including couples and families, to help them on their journey of personal growth. We will work cooperatively together to reach your goals through proven therapeutic interventions, including stress management, anger management, communication skills, emotion regulation, relaxation techniques, cognitive/behavioral therapy, & EMDR. You will learn to face and deal with your difficult challenges so you can live a more fulfilling and satisfying life.
Lindsay Prombaum
Counselor, LCPC, CCATP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Areas of practice include: Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, grief/loss,
Bipolar Disorder
, adjustment issues, suicidal thoughts or behaviors, self-injury, and school struggles.
I am a licensed mental health therapist and certified clinical anxiety treatment provider, working with adolescents and adults to take the necessary steps to improve their well-being. I use compassion, humor, warmth, and respect to connect with clients and their experiences, and my approach focuses on listening, mutual feedback, and collaborative participation in session. Healthy coping skills, self-esteem, communication, and relationships are also focused on, in order to build a stable foundation for continued success.
Jodette Kwasniak-Wheat
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
My focus is in the area of child/adolescent mental health. I have special interest in the treatment of anxiety, depression,
bipolar disorder
and various behavioral issues. My practice offers a safe and accepting environment.
Jillian King
Counselor, LCPC, CADC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Areas of specialization include the treatment of depression, anxiety,
bipolar
, substance use, and life transitions.
By utilizing a warm and understanding approach, Jill focuses on addressing unhealthy behaviors and patterns which may prevent awareness and growth for her clients.
Katrina Ramirez
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Dr. Ramirez has experience providing individual and group therapy to adolescents, young adults, and adults. She engages clients in therapy with enthusiasm, warmth, and compassion. Dr. Ramirez specializes in working with individuals who struggle with drug/behavioral addictions,
bipolar disorder
, depression, trauma, and psychosis. Further, she enjoys working with co-occurring disorders and acute mental health symptoms where she utilizes an empathic and strength-focused approach. Creating a safe space for her clients is her utmost priority, recognizing the challenges that are innate to those suffering with mental health disorders.
Jacqueline Shelton-Epsinosa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I specialize in the following: -Anxiety -Depression -
Bipolar
– Complex Trauma LGTBQIA+ -Women’s Issues -Oppression-Based Trauma -Racial Identity Challenges -Gender Affirming Hormone Therapy Letters -Gender Affirming Surgery Letters.
In my 15 of years providing therapy, I have worked with various individuals experiencing different life challenges. The goal is to create a connection and from that connection build a bridge to healing and recovery. I believe that we are all seeking radical acceptance and radical belonging. Systemic oppression significantly impacts mental and physical wellness. I strongly believe it is not that a person needs to be "fixed". Marginalized and oppressed folx need support, space, agency, and tools to navigate an increasingly hostile and toxic environment.
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Liza Devaney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have over twenty years of social work experience. I have worked in foster care and adoption, in a psychiatric hospital and am currently working in private practice. My patients include children, adolescents, adults and couples. I treat depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief issues, conflict resolution, borderline personality disorder,
bipolar disorder
, social anxiety, OCD, addictions, issues related to divorce and family/marital conflicts. I use a variety of treatment modalities based on the individual needs of the patient. My therapeutic approach is a non-judgmental blending of eastern and western philosophies thereby helping patients develop acceptance and develop better coping strategies to deal with their challenges.
Lisa M Busch
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
TELEMED SERVICES WILL BE AVAILABLE TO CLIENTS DURING THIS TIME. Life can be complicated and the path isn't always clear. I want to be part of your solution. My practice is grounded in compassionate, solution-focused treatments that are frequently effective for struggles such as anxiety, depression,
bipolar disorder
, OCD, life transitions, loss, attention-deficit disorder, and relationship issues. Restoring your health, wellbeing, and relationships are paramount. As a Licensed Ph.D. Psychologist for over 20 years, I have had the privilege of working with adults and adolescents on their path to recovery.
Kristen Federlein
Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am an adolescent and adult therapist, as well as Director of Therapy Services for Advanced Behavioral Health Services, with credentials of Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), as well as a National Certified Counselor (NCC). I have experience providing therapy to adolescents and adults in individual, family and group settings. Areas of expertise include: mood disorders (depression,
bipolar disorder
), anxiety, post-traumatic or acute stress, personality disorders, schizophrenia and delusional disorders, struggles with addiction, relationship issues, life transitions and loss/grief issues.
Karen Bailey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
) I also work with people with the diagnosis of
bipolar
or personality disorder.
TELEHEALTH SESSIONS now available! As a nation, we are being inundated with conflicting information, and you may find yourself feeling stressed, lonely and even overwhelmed during this time of uncertainty. Some of you may be thinking, "And I thought I was anxious before COVID-19!" You may be looking for help in better navigating your reactions, anxiety and depression, especially now as your emotional responses may feel especially strong. I specialize in both providing the "whys" behind these emotional reactions and the "hows" to promote lasting change.
Jodi Craft Bates
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSAT-C*
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have experience in the treatment of addictions, anxiety, and depression. I am also experienced working with trauma,
bipolar
and borderline personality disorders. I graduated from Colorado Christian University in 2020 with my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I am currently working on my CSAT certification. Prior to gaining my Master's in Clinical Mental Health, I worked in non-profit outreach providing services such as psychoeducation in anger management to marginalized population groups and people operations providing recruiting, career development, and human resources support.
Jean Miller Counseling Center
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, MA
Verified
Verified
While my passion is integrating faith and counseling, my gift is understanding
Bipolar Disorder
and its affects on individuals and families.
I have worked extensively with individuals and families impacted by severe mental illness, providing understanding, insight, and practical knowledge. I have a passion for integrating psychological knowledge and Biblical truth. I believe that competent Christian counseling must incorporate strong psychological knowledge filtered through the lens of Biblical truth and the Christian worldview. Further, I am specifically gifted in leading others to a deeper, more intimate knowledge of God. I received a BS from Columbia International University in Columbia, S.C. where I double majored in Biblical studies and psychology. I also received a MA Clinical Psychology degree from Wheaton College.
Alex E McKibbin MS LCPC
Counselor, MS, LCPC, LSOTP, SEP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults who are comfortable with a one on one approach to counseling. Working with children in therapy always involves working with the parents. As with adolescents, providing them with a sense of privacy and trust is something I try to develop from the very beginning. For adults, privacy, confidentiality, and respect occur in a atmosphere of warmth and patience. If you are dealing with Attention Deficit Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, Panic attacks,
Bipolar Disorder
, or Post Traumatic Stress, I am sure you will find the relief you are looking for at my office.
Sanders and Associates
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
We assess the following areas: Pre-Surgical Psychological Screenings, Learning Disabilities, Attention Disorders, Depression &
Bipolar
Disorders, Anxiety, Asperger's Syndrome, and Developmental Delays.
Do you feel sad, anxious, and irritable and don't know why? Do you lack energy and motivation to accomplish even minor tasks at home, work, or school? Are you struggling to put your life back in order? Please consider talking with a psychologist or counselor to help get you through these difficult moments. Our clinicians use researched based strategies to help clients identify challenges, barriers, and obstacles in their lives which prevent them from achieving personal and professional goals, achieving greater self-worth, or control of their life.
Claudia Mellott
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified
Verified
Emotional pain will drain you of the energy needed to enjoy life. Whether symptoms are situational or involve pervasive life-long pain, I would like to help. I believe in the resilience of the human spirit and an individual's right to make their life happier. You are hoping to see positive change in your life, which is a reasonable goal. I am a licensed, experienced therapist working with adults and adolescents. Anxiety, depression,
bipolar
, relationships, communication, substance abuse aftercare and life transitions are areas of expertise. Anxiety and worry are debilitating and unproductive. Depression negatively impacts your physical health .
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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.