Bipolar Disorder Therapists in Gardiner, ME
I have a background of the more serious mental health problems such as Mood Disorders including Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar I and Bipolar II Disorders.
I believe in the uniqueness of each human being and that all people have inherent strengths. I know when a person seeks counseling it is because he/she is feeling overwhelmed or stuck. In the safety of a professional helping relationship you will address those areas as well as recognize and utilize your own strengths so you can move forward to resolve your problems. I work with people on a variety of difficult life issues and I meet each person where they are at. In addition to helping individual adults, I work with parents, families and children ages 7-18.
I have a background of the more serious mental health problems such as Mood Disorders including Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar I and Bipolar II Disorders.
I believe in the uniqueness of each human being and that all people have inherent strengths. I know when a person seeks counseling it is because he/she is feeling overwhelmed or stuck. In the safety of a professional helping relationship you will address those areas as well as recognize and utilize your own strengths so you can move forward to resolve your problems. I work with people on a variety of difficult life issues and I meet each person where they are at. In addition to helping individual adults, I work with parents, families and children ages 7-18.
I’m an eccentric, depth‑oriented therapist who blends radical honesty with a warm, grounded presence. I work with the unconscious, the body, and the patterns you’ve carried for years—often without realizing it. My approach is deeply trauma‑informed and somatically attuned, helping you understand how your story lives in both mind and body. If you’ve ever felt “too much” or misunderstood, this is a space where your complexity is welcomed and your truth can finally breathe.
I’m an eccentric, depth‑oriented therapist who blends radical honesty with a warm, grounded presence. I work with the unconscious, the body, and the patterns you’ve carried for years—often without realizing it. My approach is deeply trauma‑informed and somatically attuned, helping you understand how your story lives in both mind and body. If you’ve ever felt “too much” or misunderstood, this is a space where your complexity is welcomed and your truth can finally breathe.
Congratulations for reaching out for support and taking the first step towards the life that you want to create. The world that we live in can be challenging, and sometimes we need help beyond our families and social circles. I use a strengths-based approach to work with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, and eating disordered behaviors. I believe in the use of mindfulness practices to strengthen the mind-body connection and believe that self care is the basis for being able to support ourselves and ultimately being able to share our lives with others.
Congratulations for reaching out for support and taking the first step towards the life that you want to create. The world that we live in can be challenging, and sometimes we need help beyond our families and social circles. I use a strengths-based approach to work with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, and eating disordered behaviors. I believe in the use of mindfulness practices to strengthen the mind-body connection and believe that self care is the basis for being able to support ourselves and ultimately being able to share our lives with others.
My ideal client is someone curious about their inner world, even if ambivalent about change.They may struggle with anxiety, depression, or repeating life patterns, and need both practical coping skills and insight into the beliefs that keep them stuck. Their goals often include breaking cycles, improving relationships, and building confidence in making intentional choices.Motivation helps, but I also value clients willing to be challenged when resistance arises.Homework and practice are essential, extending progress beyond sessions. Together we examine problematic patterns and explore the shadow, aiming for authentic, lasting change
My ideal client is someone curious about their inner world, even if ambivalent about change.They may struggle with anxiety, depression, or repeating life patterns, and need both practical coping skills and insight into the beliefs that keep them stuck. Their goals often include breaking cycles, improving relationships, and building confidence in making intentional choices.Motivation helps, but I also value clients willing to be challenged when resistance arises.Homework and practice are essential, extending progress beyond sessions. Together we examine problematic patterns and explore the shadow, aiming for authentic, lasting change
I welcome variety types of clients and appreciate each person as they are. My aim is to develop a mutually respecting and trusting relationship with my clients as I guide them through life's ups and downs. I will work with you on your journey in understanding and managing any of your life difficulties that you may be experiencing. I will help guide you to explore your needs while utilizing a strength based approach.
I welcome variety types of clients and appreciate each person as they are. My aim is to develop a mutually respecting and trusting relationship with my clients as I guide them through life's ups and downs. I will work with you on your journey in understanding and managing any of your life difficulties that you may be experiencing. I will help guide you to explore your needs while utilizing a strength based approach.
Life is complex and stressful. The stress comes from a variety of sources from daily living responsibilities and obligations to family, work, health, and relationship issues. The rate of individuals suffering from depression and anxiety is high. Therapy offers additional tools and insights to manage the stressors and issues.
Life is complex and stressful. The stress comes from a variety of sources from daily living responsibilities and obligations to family, work, health, and relationship issues. The rate of individuals suffering from depression and anxiety is high. Therapy offers additional tools and insights to manage the stressors and issues.
Welcome to my practice! If you're reading this, maybe you've been having a rough time. Maybe you've been feeling anxious or depressed, beyond where that seems ok. Perhaps you're feeling stuck in patterns of thinking, feeling, and acting that don't feel good or no longer "work." I believe that all of us can feel better and have more satisfying lives, no matter how difficult our circumstances may be. I have been privileged to witness extraordinary healing and growth in many of my clients.
Welcome to my practice! If you're reading this, maybe you've been having a rough time. Maybe you've been feeling anxious or depressed, beyond where that seems ok. Perhaps you're feeling stuck in patterns of thinking, feeling, and acting that don't feel good or no longer "work." I believe that all of us can feel better and have more satisfying lives, no matter how difficult our circumstances may be. I have been privileged to witness extraordinary healing and growth in many of my clients.
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Specialities include: Bipolar, Schizophrenia, Addiction, Anger Management.
I work with people who are in transitional phases, so I often have immediate openings available so please reach out via email or phone.
Specialities include: Bipolar, Schizophrenia, Addiction, Anger Management.
I work with people who are in transitional phases, so I often have immediate openings available so please reach out via email or phone.
I am passionate about treating people with psychosis, OCD, and mood disorders (including bipolar disorder without psychosis) and helping people figure out what life looks like with a life long diagnosis.
I am trained in EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Exposure Response Prevention, and several other methods. I use both structured and more eclectic approaches to problems based on clients' needs.
I am passionate about treating people with psychosis, OCD, and mood disorders (including bipolar disorder without psychosis) and helping people figure out what life looks like with a life long diagnosis.
I am trained in EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Exposure Response Prevention, and several other methods. I use both structured and more eclectic approaches to problems based on clients' needs.
We specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and many other common concerns like panic, bipolar, postpartum depression, and suicidal thoughts.
It gets much better from here. No matter what you're going through, our expert providers are here to help with online mental health care tailored to you. Brightside Health offers personalized psychiatry, proven therapy, or both to help you feel better. Get started right from home, with appointments in as little as 2 days.
We specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and many other common concerns like panic, bipolar, postpartum depression, and suicidal thoughts.
It gets much better from here. No matter what you're going through, our expert providers are here to help with online mental health care tailored to you. Brightside Health offers personalized psychiatry, proven therapy, or both to help you feel better. Get started right from home, with appointments in as little as 2 days.
I work with kids, teens, and adults navigating a range of challenges. People often come to me when something feels stuck—anxiety, emotional overwhelm, behavioral concerns, or patterns that just aren’t working anymore. Everyone has a unique, layered story, and that context matters. While we’ll explore the tough spots, therapy doesn’t stay there. I focus just as much on your strengths—the resilient, capable parts of you that are often overlooked. Together, we build on those qualities to create meaningful, lasting change so you can move toward a life that feels more balanced, empowered, and truly your own
I work with kids, teens, and adults navigating a range of challenges. People often come to me when something feels stuck—anxiety, emotional overwhelm, behavioral concerns, or patterns that just aren’t working anymore. Everyone has a unique, layered story, and that context matters. While we’ll explore the tough spots, therapy doesn’t stay there. I focus just as much on your strengths—the resilient, capable parts of you that are often overlooked. Together, we build on those qualities to create meaningful, lasting change so you can move toward a life that feels more balanced, empowered, and truly your own
Life can be hard, but therapy can help reduce some of the pain people feel. I work to create a space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes. We can identify what is impacting you and help create the change you are wanting in your life
Life can be hard, but therapy can help reduce some of the pain people feel. I work to create a space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes. We can identify what is impacting you and help create the change you are wanting in your life
Welcome! In this very moment you're choosing to be on your journey. My therapeutic philosophy is to facilitate and support your body's innate healing response through the applications of EMDR, (EMDRIA.ORG) and heart-centered therapies. EMDR in particular works to liberate clients from past trauma memories whether that be small "t" trauma or big 'T" trauma and to transform a person's subconscious beliefs thus "turning down the volume" on negative memories/negative beliefs and transforming those subconscious beliefs back into positive core beliefs so that you may become your highest aspect of yourself.
Welcome! In this very moment you're choosing to be on your journey. My therapeutic philosophy is to facilitate and support your body's innate healing response through the applications of EMDR, (EMDRIA.ORG) and heart-centered therapies. EMDR in particular works to liberate clients from past trauma memories whether that be small "t" trauma or big 'T" trauma and to transform a person's subconscious beliefs thus "turning down the volume" on negative memories/negative beliefs and transforming those subconscious beliefs back into positive core beliefs so that you may become your highest aspect of yourself.
June 6th: In-Person available! Open slots Mon at 12pm and Thurs at 1:30pm / 2pm / 3pm / 4pm, in Portland’s State Theatre Building … Many people struggle with feeling disempowered, whether at work, home, or in living with disability, aging, serious illness, chronic illness, loss and grief, and addiction. It is so hard to choose between options that are not our preferences. I believe in working together to change, grow, and accept. We will work together to implement adaptive change via an empowerment model. The focus of our work is first on building a working relationship and trust, then on collaborative goal setting.
June 6th: In-Person available! Open slots Mon at 12pm and Thurs at 1:30pm / 2pm / 3pm / 4pm, in Portland’s State Theatre Building … Many people struggle with feeling disempowered, whether at work, home, or in living with disability, aging, serious illness, chronic illness, loss and grief, and addiction. It is so hard to choose between options that are not our preferences. I believe in working together to change, grow, and accept. We will work together to implement adaptive change via an empowerment model. The focus of our work is first on building a working relationship and trust, then on collaborative goal setting.
Focused on healing through trauma-informed, body-based care and grounded in family systems theory, I draw on a range of counseling approaches including; psychodynamic, transpersonal, existential, expressive, mindfulness, mind-body, behavioral (DBT and CBT). Together we sojourn toward self-awareness and compassion for self. Emblematic moments from the past may have become conditioned responses to the present. We focus both on here and now and historical events. TAT (Tapas Acupressure Technique), mindfulness, sensorimotor psychotherapy and EMDR-Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing help re-program stored arousal in the body.
Focused on healing through trauma-informed, body-based care and grounded in family systems theory, I draw on a range of counseling approaches including; psychodynamic, transpersonal, existential, expressive, mindfulness, mind-body, behavioral (DBT and CBT). Together we sojourn toward self-awareness and compassion for self. Emblematic moments from the past may have become conditioned responses to the present. We focus both on here and now and historical events. TAT (Tapas Acupressure Technique), mindfulness, sensorimotor psychotherapy and EMDR-Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing help re-program stored arousal in the body.
My name is Dawn Blake, and I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I tend to take a relaxed approach to therapy, meeting you where you find yourself currently. When it comes to focus areas of practice, I use a wide variety - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Strengths-Based / Solution - Focused, and Narrative Therapy - I consider myself to have an eclectic style and use what I have at my disposal. I work well with a variety of ages and populations, from children to the elderly, to those struggling with co-occurring disorders and life changes, anxiety and schizophrenia. All are welcome.
My name is Dawn Blake, and I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I tend to take a relaxed approach to therapy, meeting you where you find yourself currently. When it comes to focus areas of practice, I use a wide variety - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Strengths-Based / Solution - Focused, and Narrative Therapy - I consider myself to have an eclectic style and use what I have at my disposal. I work well with a variety of ages and populations, from children to the elderly, to those struggling with co-occurring disorders and life changes, anxiety and schizophrenia. All are welcome.
I believe that the best therapy is done when your relationship with your therapist has a strong foundation and meaning.
My therapeutic style focuses on having an open mind, providing a non-judgmental experience, and meeting clients where they are in their current situations.
Our work together will be person-centered and strengths-based, filled with compassion, empathy, and non-judgment
It requires great strength to start such a journey. I am ready to be the support you need in order to create a better version of who you are today.
I believe that the best therapy is done when your relationship with your therapist has a strong foundation and meaning.
My therapeutic style focuses on having an open mind, providing a non-judgmental experience, and meeting clients where they are in their current situations.
Our work together will be person-centered and strengths-based, filled with compassion, empathy, and non-judgment
It requires great strength to start such a journey. I am ready to be the support you need in order to create a better version of who you are today.
At times, we all get stuck. Sometimes we worry, sometimes we don't see a way out, and sometimes we feel distant from or in conflict with the ones we love. There is a way through this, but it isn't always obvious. I can help. As a therapist, my job is to help you move beyond these difficult experiences and to re-engage with your most cherished aspirations, values and hopes.
At times, we all get stuck. Sometimes we worry, sometimes we don't see a way out, and sometimes we feel distant from or in conflict with the ones we love. There is a way through this, but it isn't always obvious. I can help. As a therapist, my job is to help you move beyond these difficult experiences and to re-engage with your most cherished aspirations, values and hopes.
Getting stuck is easy. Getting unstuck doesn’t have to be as lonely and painful as it sometimes feels and sometimes is.
My path to this career hasn't been linear, and I'm no stranger to feeling stuck at times. Feeling & getting stuck is part of being human. I’m starting out with this to let you know that as a therapist, I won’t be parroting jargon, telling you how to live your best life or telling you what you should do. I’ll listen, then listen some more, then keep listening for patterns. We’ll work together to harness your capacity for change, your ability to get unstuck, and when needed, find other resources and supports.
Getting stuck is easy. Getting unstuck doesn’t have to be as lonely and painful as it sometimes feels and sometimes is.
My path to this career hasn't been linear, and I'm no stranger to feeling stuck at times. Feeling & getting stuck is part of being human. I’m starting out with this to let you know that as a therapist, I won’t be parroting jargon, telling you how to live your best life or telling you what you should do. I’ll listen, then listen some more, then keep listening for patterns. We’ll work together to harness your capacity for change, your ability to get unstuck, and when needed, find other resources and supports.
None of this is easy. Whether you're adjusting to a change, like parenting or job loss, and looking to find your identity, or becoming aware of a problematic pattern in your life, like constant anxiety, difficulty with relationships, or intense emotions. You don't have to feel overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, shame, or anger any more. Let's talk about it and find some strategies to soothe it now, and stop it from reoccurring. If you're reluctant about therapy, I can reassure you that I'm not here to judge, and want to make it a safe and fun environment.
None of this is easy. Whether you're adjusting to a change, like parenting or job loss, and looking to find your identity, or becoming aware of a problematic pattern in your life, like constant anxiety, difficulty with relationships, or intense emotions. You don't have to feel overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, shame, or anger any more. Let's talk about it and find some strategies to soothe it now, and stop it from reoccurring. If you're reluctant about therapy, I can reassure you that I'm not here to judge, and want to make it a safe and fun environment.
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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.