Bipolar Disorder Therapists in Oak Forest, IL
Mike Minnella
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oak Forest, IL 60452
Are you anxious or depressed. Need a kind mental "nudge" to make change happen for you? I am here to provide an expert counseling service. If you are willing, we will build skills and mange mental dilemmas to better your self. As a mental health counselor for 23 years I have helped people through their dilemmas of trauma, depression, anxiety, bipolar management, family relationships, and other life stressors. Additionally, we may also build a wellness plan for you, if you so desire, to enhance your wellness in coordination with traditional mental health based talk therapy. I have a comprehensive list of wellness professionals.
Are you anxious or depressed. Need a kind mental "nudge" to make change happen for you? I am here to provide an expert counseling service. If you are willing, we will build skills and mange mental dilemmas to better your self. As a mental health counselor for 23 years I have helped people through their dilemmas of trauma, depression, anxiety, bipolar management, family relationships, and other life stressors. Additionally, we may also build a wellness plan for you, if you so desire, to enhance your wellness in coordination with traditional mental health based talk therapy. I have a comprehensive list of wellness professionals.
Naomi S Effort
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oak Forest, IL 60452
As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, I specialize in working with individuals, couples and families. I provide a calming atmosphere for my clients to feel safe to share their innermost thoughts and feelings. Counseling is most effective when there is a good human connection between therapist and client. Deciding to receive counseling is a source of strength to address things that affect an individual(s) from having an enjoyable life. My strengths as a counselor lies in my accessibility, follow through, patience and clinical skills. Collaboration with other services providers ensure continuity of care for clients.
As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, I specialize in working with individuals, couples and families. I provide a calming atmosphere for my clients to feel safe to share their innermost thoughts and feelings. Counseling is most effective when there is a good human connection between therapist and client. Deciding to receive counseling is a source of strength to address things that affect an individual(s) from having an enjoyable life. My strengths as a counselor lies in my accessibility, follow through, patience and clinical skills. Collaboration with other services providers ensure continuity of care for clients.
Nicole Ramel
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Oak Forest, IL 60452
Waitlist for new clients
I am back from maternity leave and navigating my caseload at this time. Please feel free to connect regarding waitlist time frames! I am a creative and empathetic therapist that provides clients with a safe, judgement free space to share their emotions/thoughts/ideas or just a space to vent. I have been in the field for over 15 years with a plethora of experience under my belt. I am more than happy to help you explore your feelings regarding anxiety. depression, trauma and/or adjustment to a major life events. In therapy we are team and I am here to support you; if you have any questions, feel free to call or email me!
I am back from maternity leave and navigating my caseload at this time. Please feel free to connect regarding waitlist time frames! I am a creative and empathetic therapist that provides clients with a safe, judgement free space to share their emotions/thoughts/ideas or just a space to vent. I have been in the field for over 15 years with a plethora of experience under my belt. I am more than happy to help you explore your feelings regarding anxiety. depression, trauma and/or adjustment to a major life events. In therapy we are team and I am here to support you; if you have any questions, feel free to call or email me!
David Barecki
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oak Forest, IL 60452
When working with a client in session, I draw heavily from Cognitive Behavioral theory and use a strength-based approach with the understanding that before we can address what might be “going wrong”, we must first understand the potential for what is “going right.” Regardless of the challenges my clients may be struggling with, I believe that everyone has the innate capability to heal and grow personally; given that the individual is provided with the opportunity and support to explore and understand themselves and their experience.
When working with a client in session, I draw heavily from Cognitive Behavioral theory and use a strength-based approach with the understanding that before we can address what might be “going wrong”, we must first understand the potential for what is “going right.” Regardless of the challenges my clients may be struggling with, I believe that everyone has the innate capability to heal and grow personally; given that the individual is provided with the opportunity and support to explore and understand themselves and their experience.
Jessica Krakowsky
Counselor, MA, LCPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Oak Forest, IL 60452
Waitlist for new clients
I seek to work with clients who have experiences with trauma and abuse, having seen firsthand how devastating the untreated symptoms of trauma can be on a person's functioning with family, in the workplace and within communities. These symptoms include panic attacks, anxiety, depression, PTSD and can often lead to disabling substance use disorders among other issues. These clients seek to understand why they cannot manage their emotions and have often normalized their abusive experiences, so they do not see why they are struggling to function as easily as they perceive others to be doing.
I seek to work with clients who have experiences with trauma and abuse, having seen firsthand how devastating the untreated symptoms of trauma can be on a person's functioning with family, in the workplace and within communities. These symptoms include panic attacks, anxiety, depression, PTSD and can often lead to disabling substance use disorders among other issues. These clients seek to understand why they cannot manage their emotions and have often normalized their abusive experiences, so they do not see why they are struggling to function as easily as they perceive others to be doing.
Briana Wesclitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Oak Forest, IL 60452
Is your child acting out, mad, or sad? Are they not listening? Are they going through a difficult time and need help to get unstuck? Maybe they are not connecting well enough socially? Perhaps you're just concerned about them and you want a professional child therapist to provide insight and therapeutic support? If your child is depressed, moody, anxious, or has social issues, I am here. I am a best fit for you if you are looking for a child-specific therapist who will provide your child with play and talk therapy while keeping you activated in a strategy that supports the changes we make in the therapeutic practice.
Is your child acting out, mad, or sad? Are they not listening? Are they going through a difficult time and need help to get unstuck? Maybe they are not connecting well enough socially? Perhaps you're just concerned about them and you want a professional child therapist to provide insight and therapeutic support? If your child is depressed, moody, anxious, or has social issues, I am here. I am a best fit for you if you are looking for a child-specific therapist who will provide your child with play and talk therapy while keeping you activated in a strategy that supports the changes we make in the therapeutic practice.
Donald Kronenberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Oak Forest, IL 60452 (Online Only)
I believe that all people have the potential to overcome whatever obstacles are in their life path, and our relationship is very important in helping you overcome those obstacles. So with that in mind, I will initially spend time just getting to know you and helping you feel comfortable and understood. You can expect a compassionate listener who will help you express issues that sometimes are uncomfortable to talk about. I will also help you establish goals for our work together that will be clear from the beginning of your treatment until the end.
I believe that all people have the potential to overcome whatever obstacles are in their life path, and our relationship is very important in helping you overcome those obstacles. So with that in mind, I will initially spend time just getting to know you and helping you feel comfortable and understood. You can expect a compassionate listener who will help you express issues that sometimes are uncomfortable to talk about. I will also help you establish goals for our work together that will be clear from the beginning of your treatment until the end.
Olive Branch Counseling Associates, Inc.
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Oak Forest, IL 60452
The goal at Olive Branch Counseling Associates is to provide the best of counseling services available. Everyone has a unique story to tell. We are here to listen to your story. Each client is treated with respect and dignity in our warm, inviting office. We offer hope and optimism for positive outcomes, helping our clients successfully navigate through life's challenges. Olive Branch Counseling Associates serves the counseling and psychotherapy needs of children, adolescents and adults, offering individual sessions,couples, families and groups. We also offer services to Spanish-speaking clients. Brindamos servicios en español.
The goal at Olive Branch Counseling Associates is to provide the best of counseling services available. Everyone has a unique story to tell. We are here to listen to your story. Each client is treated with respect and dignity in our warm, inviting office. We offer hope and optimism for positive outcomes, helping our clients successfully navigate through life's challenges. Olive Branch Counseling Associates serves the counseling and psychotherapy needs of children, adolescents and adults, offering individual sessions,couples, families and groups. We also offer services to Spanish-speaking clients. Brindamos servicios en español.
Beatrice L Cross
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Oak Forest, IL 60452
You know what feels better than keeping those bottled-up feelings inside? Letting them out in a safe space, with a clinician that will demonstrate unconditional positive regard. I am a licensed clinical professional counselor with 6+ years of experience working with adolescents, teens, young adults, and families. I strive to provide a therapeutic environment that allows for my clients to address current and historical stressors. I am a humanistic therapist whose passion is to walk alongside my client’s journey to their “ideal self.”
You know what feels better than keeping those bottled-up feelings inside? Letting them out in a safe space, with a clinician that will demonstrate unconditional positive regard. I am a licensed clinical professional counselor with 6+ years of experience working with adolescents, teens, young adults, and families. I strive to provide a therapeutic environment that allows for my clients to address current and historical stressors. I am a humanistic therapist whose passion is to walk alongside my client’s journey to their “ideal self.”
Kelly E Laban
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oak Forest, IL 60452
As a mother and therapist, I use a relational approach to connect with my clients, I understand the challenges that come from navigating the many roles you may play. I support clients in navigating relationships, understanding their needs and make more time for themself. I work with parents, people struggling with challenging relationships and those managing life transitions.
As a mother and therapist, I use a relational approach to connect with my clients, I understand the challenges that come from navigating the many roles you may play. I support clients in navigating relationships, understanding their needs and make more time for themself. I work with parents, people struggling with challenging relationships and those managing life transitions.
Mary Beth Casarez
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Oak Forest, IL 60452
In moments of uncertainty or change that doesn't feel organic, it can be frustrating having the additional task of finding the best path to wellness. Therapy is a beneficial start for everyone. There is no right or wrong time to start your therapeutic journey and so if you found my page, I invite you to reach out. The struggle of trying to navigate anxiety, depression, grief, and mental illness alone can feel daunting. Therapists, such as myself, offer a passenger seat driver approach to healing. We let our clients do the driving and we hold the road map, gps, and snacks in order to get you to your destination of wellness.
In moments of uncertainty or change that doesn't feel organic, it can be frustrating having the additional task of finding the best path to wellness. Therapy is a beneficial start for everyone. There is no right or wrong time to start your therapeutic journey and so if you found my page, I invite you to reach out. The struggle of trying to navigate anxiety, depression, grief, and mental illness alone can feel daunting. Therapists, such as myself, offer a passenger seat driver approach to healing. We let our clients do the driving and we hold the road map, gps, and snacks in order to get you to your destination of wellness.
Teri Thompson
LCPC, CADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oak Forest, IL 60452
Are you having difficulties in your relationships, or you just don't feel like yourself anymore? Are you constantly comparing yourself to others, or do you feel like you just don't measure up? I can help you overcome these feeling of insecurities and self-doubt that have been preventing you form living your best life by helping you feel good about you without needing external validation from others.
Are you having difficulties in your relationships, or you just don't feel like yourself anymore? Are you constantly comparing yourself to others, or do you feel like you just don't measure up? I can help you overcome these feeling of insecurities and self-doubt that have been preventing you form living your best life by helping you feel good about you without needing external validation from others.
Danielle Valentino
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, CADC
Verified Verified
Oak Forest, IL 60452
Waitlist for new clients
We all have the capacity within us to effect positive change in our lives, but sometimes we get “stuck” in vicious cycles. In these times we may need additional guidance and support in order to get through some of the things life has thrown our way. If you are here, it means you are at least considering making those changes. I utilize an integrative, harm-reduction approach which draws on the unique strengths of each individual as the key to narrating their own healing process. I enjoy working with a wide variety of clients, but specialize in adult and young adult populations.
We all have the capacity within us to effect positive change in our lives, but sometimes we get “stuck” in vicious cycles. In these times we may need additional guidance and support in order to get through some of the things life has thrown our way. If you are here, it means you are at least considering making those changes. I utilize an integrative, harm-reduction approach which draws on the unique strengths of each individual as the key to narrating their own healing process. I enjoy working with a wide variety of clients, but specialize in adult and young adult populations.
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Monika Ciezobka
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Orland Park, IL 60462
Hi, my name is Monika. I am a counselor in Orland Park, Illinois. I also am comfortable with providing counseling over video conferencing or even telephone. I have open appointments right away with a range of times on weekdays and daytimes on Saturdays. To register for an appointment you can go to my website at: http://www.orlandparkcounselors.com. There you can register as a client and select an appointment. Our administrator will verify your benefits to you know exactly what your insurance will pay and if you have a co-pay.
Hi, my name is Monika. I am a counselor in Orland Park, Illinois. I also am comfortable with providing counseling over video conferencing or even telephone. I have open appointments right away with a range of times on weekdays and daytimes on Saturdays. To register for an appointment you can go to my website at: http://www.orlandparkcounselors.com. There you can register as a client and select an appointment. Our administrator will verify your benefits to you know exactly what your insurance will pay and if you have a co-pay.
Kristie Bisaillon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palos Heights, IL 60463
Do you find yourself worrying, having negative self-talk or thoughts that won’t shut off? Are you finding barriers in completing life’s tasks, coping in a way that gives short term relief, but long term discomfort? I am here to assist you achieve your goals in your journey. Seeking guidance and support is the first step towards awareness, understanding, and change. If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, codependency, self-worth issues, and/or addiction issues with yourself or a loved one, I am dedicated to helping you navigate challenges and cultivate a deeper understanding of yourself and others.
Do you find yourself worrying, having negative self-talk or thoughts that won’t shut off? Are you finding barriers in completing life’s tasks, coping in a way that gives short term relief, but long term discomfort? I am here to assist you achieve your goals in your journey. Seeking guidance and support is the first step towards awareness, understanding, and change. If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, codependency, self-worth issues, and/or addiction issues with yourself or a loved one, I am dedicated to helping you navigate challenges and cultivate a deeper understanding of yourself and others.
Rashid A Raja
Psychologist, PsyD, BCPC, LCPC, HSPP
Verified Verified
Tinley Park, IL 60477 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and offer affordable Online Therapy charging unbelievably low professional fee to reach out to those who, due to their unique personal and financial limitations, are unable to seek expensive face-to-face psychotherapy treatment. The Online Therapy option has finally made it possible for you to seek treatment from the comfort of your own home or office and not to worry about traffic, travel time, or sitting in therapist's waiting room and, most of all, its a highly effective mode of treatment where you feel more at ease in the therapeutic process.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and offer affordable Online Therapy charging unbelievably low professional fee to reach out to those who, due to their unique personal and financial limitations, are unable to seek expensive face-to-face psychotherapy treatment. The Online Therapy option has finally made it possible for you to seek treatment from the comfort of your own home or office and not to worry about traffic, travel time, or sitting in therapist's waiting room and, most of all, its a highly effective mode of treatment where you feel more at ease in the therapeutic process.
Mary Elizabeth Cherullo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Tinley Park, IL 60477
When life becomes unfocused, or the weight of stress too much to carry, it is the resilient who seek clarity and work to better distribute the weight. It is the evolutionary elite who are able to view change and stress as an opportunity for growth and adaptation.
When life becomes unfocused, or the weight of stress too much to carry, it is the resilient who seek clarity and work to better distribute the weight. It is the evolutionary elite who are able to view change and stress as an opportunity for growth and adaptation.
DeAnna Hall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Tinley Park, IL 60477
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, my passion lies in guiding individuals through their journey of self-discovery and healing. I believe that every person possesses the strength and resilience to overcome life's challenges, and my role is to provide a supportive and empathetic space for this transformation to unfold. In my therapeutic practice, I adhere to the belief that each individual is unique, and there is no one-size-fits-all approach to well-being. I approach therapy with a deep respect for diversity and cultural sensitivity, recognizing the importance of understanding each client's background and experiences.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, my passion lies in guiding individuals through their journey of self-discovery and healing. I believe that every person possesses the strength and resilience to overcome life's challenges, and my role is to provide a supportive and empathetic space for this transformation to unfold. In my therapeutic practice, I adhere to the belief that each individual is unique, and there is no one-size-fits-all approach to well-being. I approach therapy with a deep respect for diversity and cultural sensitivity, recognizing the importance of understanding each client's background and experiences.
Kristina Sue Kropidlowski
Counselor
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Orland Park, IL 60462
I am licensed in the state of Illinois and accepting new clients via telehealth or in person. I am able to see clients in Orland, Batavia, Naperville, Oswego, Yorkville, Plano.
I am licensed in the state of Illinois and accepting new clients via telehealth or in person. I am able to see clients in Orland, Batavia, Naperville, Oswego, Yorkville, Plano.
James Odom
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Not Verified Not Verified
Midlothian, IL 60445
Within my 16 years of clinical practice experience I have had the opportunity to work with a wide range of individual experiencing personal and interpersonal concern impacting their daily lives. I view the therapeutic relationship as one of support and collaboration with a client centered non-judgmental approach.
Within my 16 years of clinical practice experience I have had the opportunity to work with a wide range of individual experiencing personal and interpersonal concern impacting their daily lives. I view the therapeutic relationship as one of support and collaboration with a client centered non-judgmental approach.
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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.