Bipolar Disorder Therapists in Hanover, MA
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Inspired
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, DBTC, LMHC
Verified
Verified
Data shows that DBT is the fastest growing therapeutic approach for many diagnoses and emotional issues. Unlike "therapy as usual", DBT offers real-life, real-time strategies to manage intense emotions. This allows you to track your progress throughout your program. Our Team members have been trained by Behavioral Tech, the institute that created, and remains the front-line DBT authority. Our Team of therapists also has training in other therapeutic models that they are able to weave into your sessions, as needed. Inspired is the result of twenty plus years of serving the community's DBT and emotional healing needs.
Rachel Cohen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified
Verified
I am a strengths-based, solution focused clinician, who works to empower individuals to overcome obstacles and improve their overall daily functioning. My approach is to help clients identify triggers to their mental health challenges, develop coping strategies to meet client's specifics needs and assist is changing flawed cognitive patterns that exist. I will work with you to identify the best approach for your specific needs and goals.
Not accepting new clients
Janelle Santos
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I am a licensed independent trauma informed mental health clinician and earned my masters degree in Clinical Mental Health at Lesley College in 2000. I provide individual and family therapy to children, adolescents and adults as well as couples work. I strongly believe that developing a trustful and empowering therapeutic relationship is the bases of effective treatment. I believe every client is unique and they bring to the sessions the direction of their change and ability for that change. I believe it is my role to support, understand and empower clients to use their abilities to accomplish each goal they set out for themselves.
Dr. Ralph Bruzzese
Counselor, EdD, LMHC
Verified
Verified
**TeleHealth only (Virtual Meetings)** I currently utilize software that is secure and HIPAA-Compliant. Your confidentially is important. I work with children, adolescents, and adults. My goal is to create a safe, respectful, supportive and comfortable environment where clients can explore difficult issues and learn new skills and strategies to cope with the challenges that are being faced. My approach and clinical style is eclectic with the goal of adapting to each client's specific needs and objectives.
Waitlist for new clients
Cynthia J Garrett
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Having someone you trust and who is totally dedicated to your best interest is often the exact thing you need to open yourself up to a new perspective or make an important change in your life. I try to utilize my range of life experiences and education, a fair amount of wisdom and an ability to see effective ways to handle problems and tough situations. Regardless of your circumstances, my full intention will be to create an honest and supportive environment to help you successfully deal with the challenges you face. I see people of all ages and backgrounds.
Not accepting new clients
Rachel Fletcher
Counselor, LMHC, CAGS
Verified
7 Endorsed
Verified
7 Endorsed
Note: email is the best way to reach me - I'm a Licensed MH Counselor looking forward to helping you (or a loved one) work through difficulties in life. Everyone experiences struggles and challenges in various ways, and my goal is to help you understand the best ways to cope with stressors. My specialties include working with adults/young-adults who deal with symptoms of mood disorders, depression, anxiety/panic, grief/loss, and ineffective or maladaptive coping skills/behaviors. Therapy involves motivation and a willingness to make changes, and I strive to help clients realize their inner-power through encouragement and motivation.
Elizabeth Hofmann
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
Verified
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor providing personalized care and treatment for adults and adolescents using a variety of therapeutic and evidence-based approaches.
Not accepting new clients
Kendra Burke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
Verified
I am currently accepting new clients for daytime appointments only. I am a licensed independent clinical social worker and earned my master's degree in social work from Boston College. I provide individual and family therapy to adolescents and adults. Development of a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation from which good clinical work begins. Understanding clients goals and using their strengths to achieve those goals is of the upmost importance in my practice.
Not accepting new clients
Kristen Cox
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Finding a therapist who is the right fit can be the first step toward achieving personal goals and creating positive change in your life. Starting the process can feel overwhelming, but I can help. I am a licensed mental health counselor with over 25 years of experience working with clients on the South Shore. My style is interactive and collaborative, facilitating client growth through problem and goal clarification, improved self-awareness, and the development of coping and wellness skills in a safe, supportive environment. Change is not easy but is entirely possible with a willingness to take action one step at a time.
Not accepting new clients
Amanda Messinger
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
Verified
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I have been practicing for roughly ten years in both urban and rural communities. I primarily provide individual therapy to adolescents and adults, with a wide range of different experiences and needs. I am skilled in working with symptoms including depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, self-esteem, life transitions, and mood disorders. I also have specialized training in perinatal mood disorders as well as substance use disorders. I have unlimited access to resources, particularly within the addiction and recovery communities for both struggling individuals and/or their loved ones.
Waitlist for new clients
Kathleen Hicks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
We all face difficult challenges in life that can lead to increased stress, decreased functioning, emotional pain, ineffective coping strategies, and interpersonal struggles. Engagement in therapy can provide a safe space to gain the skills and support needed to manage these difficulties and can help us grow into the best version of ourselves. I believe that therapy works to aid in the healing process because we are wired for social connection and thrive when we are able to be vulnerable and feel understood/accepted.
Waitlist for new clients
Shannon (Costello) Sokolowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
Verified
I am a therapist with over 20 years in the field, having treated individuals, families and couples with a very broad variety of issues. I am particularly interested in trauma, and I am trained in various trauma modalities for this reason. Overall, my approach is a strength-based, solution focused, compassionate psychotherapy with my clients.
Keith Lombard
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LADCII
Verified
Verified
Keith Lombard is a graduate of Umass Boston with a BA in psychology and attended the Licensed Alcohol and Drug Addiction Counseling course in 2010. Keith has worked in the field of substance abuse for over 8 years and was employed by the Boston Public Health Commission before joining NEATC. Mr. Lombard has experience with individual and family counseling with the understanding that addiction is a family disease. Keith has received numerous awards for his devotion to helping those in recovery from city and state officials.
Michelle Grigalunas
Counselor, MEd, LMHC, RYT-500
Verified
Verified
As a client-centered solution focused private practitioner, I am passionate about taking a holistic approach to mental health treatment. With a strong focus on integrated whole person health and wellness, my practice is strongly rooted in mind-body connection, positive psychology and somatic experiencing. I combine clinical applications with mind-body expertise to work with individual, couples, and families achieving mental health wellness through counseling, coaching and consultation.
Not accepting new clients
Diana D. Mansfield
Counselor, LMHC, RYT
Verified
Verified
Healing and Growth can be a challenging journey. I am committed to creating a safe and compassionate environment for both. I work with issues such as personal transition, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues.
Jennifer Zarou-Abraham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am a certified licensed social worker specializing in the integrative holistic approach to psychotherapy, counseling and nutritional wellness with twenty-four years in private practice. I utilize my experience and applied knowledge of family systems theory, cognitive behavioral therapy, nutritional wellness, weight loss and holistic healing to help create lasting and meaningful change. Treatment and healing can only be achieved by working on the entire mind body soul connection and my role is a facilitator providing a safe and comfortable space at which the healing can begin.
Not accepting new clients
Elizabeth (Ellie) K. Handleman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I am a compassionate and knowledgeable psychologist with more than 30 years of experience. A clear and healthy professional relationship can be a source of support and growth as clients grapple with the difficulties that arise in their lives. I offer support, feedback, and a new perspective as well as provide information on psychological functioning as well as skills and techniques to cope with problems. I teach clients energy psychology techniques (including EFT) that they can use on their own with very good results. I often work with mood and anxiety disorders, as well as trauma, using EMDR when appropriate.
Sarah B Lunday
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with children, families, and adults using a blend of therapeutic approaches to best meet individual needs. I have a client centered and strength based perspective which means I believe, as the client, YOU are the expert. I will help you develop goals and then tailor my interventions based on your needs and using your strengths to help you succeed. I provide a safe, supportive, non-judgmental environment while supporting and listening to you. It is my genuine desire to help my clients learn to help themselves so they can move forward with their lives.
Not accepting new clients
Patricia Algird
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
Verified
I treat a wide range of disorders but primarily adults struggling with life transitions .Therapy can help with anxiety, depression and stress related issues. My clients often begin therapy due to family caregiving, substance abuse ,chronic illness or unhealthy relationship patterns. To help clients reach their goals I utilize a network of resources when necessary such as prescribers, group therapists and psychologists.
Not accepting new clients
Michele Quinlan Clark, LMHC
Counselor, LMHC, LADCI, ACS
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I am a Licensed Mental Health and Addictions Counselor experienced in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, codependency and conduct substance abuse evaluations. In addition I am Certified in providing Telehealth (online) sessions and offer flexible scheduling. I'm an Approved Clinical Supervisor available for consultation and supervision to individual clinicians and larger group practices.
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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.