Bipolar Disorder Therapists in Hamilton, MI
I enjoy encouraging clients to take an active role in their own therapeutic journey. I believe that each client is the author of their story; and I have the honor and privilege to hear that story from the author. I am a compassionate and empathetic psychotherapist, passionate about diverse genders, sexual orientations, and relationship structures. I am committed to creating a warm environment where clients feel safe to be vulnerable.
I enjoy encouraging clients to take an active role in their own therapeutic journey. I believe that each client is the author of their story; and I have the honor and privilege to hear that story from the author. I am a compassionate and empathetic psychotherapist, passionate about diverse genders, sexual orientations, and relationship structures. I am committed to creating a warm environment where clients feel safe to be vulnerable.
For the past 30 years, I have had the privilege of helping individuals achieve their goals and overcome a variety of difficulties including depression, anxiety, eating disorders, relational struggles, and life transitions. My hope is that each individual I work with will gain a better understanding of themselves and their context and also learn valuable skills to move forward towards a more fulfilling and flourishing life.
For the past 30 years, I have had the privilege of helping individuals achieve their goals and overcome a variety of difficulties including depression, anxiety, eating disorders, relational struggles, and life transitions. My hope is that each individual I work with will gain a better understanding of themselves and their context and also learn valuable skills to move forward towards a more fulfilling and flourishing life.
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Are you feeling overwhelmed by your stress, anxiety, and depression? Do you feel stuck and lonely, unable to truly enjoy life? Are you having difficulty controlling your mood, feeling so depressed sometimes while feeling out of control at others? Finding a psychiatric medication provider that you are able to connect with can seem exhausting. My approach is person-centered and collaborative. You are the expert on your feelings, emotions, and yourself. I aim to assist you in reaching your treatment goals and optimal functioning with both medication and nonmedication modalities.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by your stress, anxiety, and depression? Do you feel stuck and lonely, unable to truly enjoy life? Are you having difficulty controlling your mood, feeling so depressed sometimes while feeling out of control at others? Finding a psychiatric medication provider that you are able to connect with can seem exhausting. My approach is person-centered and collaborative. You are the expert on your feelings, emotions, and yourself. I aim to assist you in reaching your treatment goals and optimal functioning with both medication and nonmedication modalities.
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Specializing in complex trauma (CPTSD) and mood + personality disorders, specifically borderline and BPD, I work with individuals aged 15+ and couples. I am an effective, educational, honest and unmasked clinical social worker. I am equally warm, kind, empathetic and non judgmental.
While a diagnosis offers a framework to understand you, I take a trauma resolution + interpersonal neurobiology approach that focuses on you and your goals for change.
I am flexible in structure but guided in change. Therapy is a collaborative experience and the goal is you learning enough to be the same expert I am, just over yourself.
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Specializing in complex trauma (CPTSD) and mood + personality disorders, specifically borderline and BPD, I work with individuals aged 15+ and couples. I am an effective, educational, honest and unmasked clinical social worker. I am equally warm, kind, empathetic and non judgmental.
While a diagnosis offers a framework to understand you, I take a trauma resolution + interpersonal neurobiology approach that focuses on you and your goals for change.
I am flexible in structure but guided in change. Therapy is a collaborative experience and the goal is you learning enough to be the same expert I am, just over yourself.
I have been in practice for over 20 years and specialize in treating OCD, anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, child and teen behavior issues, and PTSD.
I use evidence-based interventions, such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Psychoeducation, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I believe these provide clients with tools to navigate challenges and achieve greater emotional well-being.
I have been in practice for over 20 years and specialize in treating OCD, anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, child and teen behavior issues, and PTSD.
I use evidence-based interventions, such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Psychoeducation, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I believe these provide clients with tools to navigate challenges and achieve greater emotional well-being.
I believe the client is in control of the direction they would choose to pursue. I am a strong supporter of participation working in a team collaborative style of developing treatment planning goals and objectives towards the achievement of positive outcomes for the client.
I believe the client is in control of the direction they would choose to pursue. I am a strong supporter of participation working in a team collaborative style of developing treatment planning goals and objectives towards the achievement of positive outcomes for the client.
Throughout my experience, many of the people I have worked with have been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, adjustment disorder, PTSD, schizophrenia, borderline personality disorder or experiencing suicidal thoughts, but my goal is to look beyond the diagnosis and incorporate whole person care.
I offer an individualize therapeutic approach for each client. My work draws from the concepts of interpersonal neurobiology. I utilize modalities such as CBT, Internal Family Systems, Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Acceptance and Commitment therapy.
Throughout my experience, many of the people I have worked with have been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, adjustment disorder, PTSD, schizophrenia, borderline personality disorder or experiencing suicidal thoughts, but my goal is to look beyond the diagnosis and incorporate whole person care.
I offer an individualize therapeutic approach for each client. My work draws from the concepts of interpersonal neurobiology. I utilize modalities such as CBT, Internal Family Systems, Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Acceptance and Commitment therapy.
Are you feeling stuck in your current situation? Do you have the desire for change, but not quite sure where to begin? I am here to help. Sometimes, we just need a little guidance or a fresh perspective. Talk therapy is a way to learn new coping skills, identify and express our thoughts and feelings, and improve relationships.
Are you feeling stuck in your current situation? Do you have the desire for change, but not quite sure where to begin? I am here to help. Sometimes, we just need a little guidance or a fresh perspective. Talk therapy is a way to learn new coping skills, identify and express our thoughts and feelings, and improve relationships.
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I help adults who feel stuck in anxiety or depression. I understand it's hard asking for help. I am a solution based therapist that means I want to actively move past the issues and start on the skills that build a happier person.
I currently have openings for BCBS, Priority Health, ASR, Aetna and Blue Care Network clients.
Accepting New Clients
I help adults who feel stuck in anxiety or depression. I understand it's hard asking for help. I am a solution based therapist that means I want to actively move past the issues and start on the skills that build a happier person.
I currently have openings for BCBS, Priority Health, ASR, Aetna and Blue Care Network clients.
If you or your child are living with strong emotions, suicide attempts, self-harming, hospitalizations, chronic relationship/behavioral issues, or roller coaster emotions; life is very tough. You may feel like you are held hostage by these emotions and have a difficult time imagining that a 'normal' or healthy life is even possible. As a therapist trained in the specialty of DBT therapy, I believe that EVERYONE is capable of creating a life worth living.
If you or your child are living with strong emotions, suicide attempts, self-harming, hospitalizations, chronic relationship/behavioral issues, or roller coaster emotions; life is very tough. You may feel like you are held hostage by these emotions and have a difficult time imagining that a 'normal' or healthy life is even possible. As a therapist trained in the specialty of DBT therapy, I believe that EVERYONE is capable of creating a life worth living.
Jamie Castillo is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Michigan who has been practicing since graduating from the University of Colorado Colorado Springs in 2013. Jamie first graduated from GVSU’s teacher education program in 2010 as she discovered during her teaching internships that she had a particular fondness for building relationships and supporting the well-being of others. Jamie found her calling as an intern therapist for survivors at a domestic violence shelter supporting women and children in transition. Jamie has experience working with all ages and experiences but has a particular connection with women’s issues.
Jamie Castillo is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Michigan who has been practicing since graduating from the University of Colorado Colorado Springs in 2013. Jamie first graduated from GVSU’s teacher education program in 2010 as she discovered during her teaching internships that she had a particular fondness for building relationships and supporting the well-being of others. Jamie found her calling as an intern therapist for survivors at a domestic violence shelter supporting women and children in transition. Jamie has experience working with all ages and experiences but has a particular connection with women’s issues.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and Certified in Grief Counseling, with 16 years of experience. I believe that although individuals may be affected by life challenges, those experiences need not serve as a barrier to growth. I believe in the power of therapy and faith to help clients nurture their strengths, accept themselves, and heal from life challenges—ultimately using them as catalysts for growth. I own and am a therapist at IMPACCT (Innovative Mentoring Passionate Advocacy and Creative Community-Based Treatment Techniques), where I treat children, teens, and adults.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and Certified in Grief Counseling, with 16 years of experience. I believe that although individuals may be affected by life challenges, those experiences need not serve as a barrier to growth. I believe in the power of therapy and faith to help clients nurture their strengths, accept themselves, and heal from life challenges—ultimately using them as catalysts for growth. I own and am a therapist at IMPACCT (Innovative Mentoring Passionate Advocacy and Creative Community-Based Treatment Techniques), where I treat children, teens, and adults.
I work with teens, adults, and seniors to help them identify their goals and address issues such as addictive disorders, anxiety, behavioral challenges, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder (BPD), depression, PTSD, stress, and more.
I have a passion for working with diverse populations, including individuals with developmental disabilities, those living with severe and persistent mental illness, incarcerated individuals, at-risk youth, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
I work with teens, adults, and seniors to help them identify their goals and address issues such as addictive disorders, anxiety, behavioral challenges, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder (BPD), depression, PTSD, stress, and more.
I have a passion for working with diverse populations, including individuals with developmental disabilities, those living with severe and persistent mental illness, incarcerated individuals, at-risk youth, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
I support adults navigating anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, trauma, grief, family conflict, and major life transitions.
I provide individual and family therapy for adults using evidence-based approaches like CBT, problem-solving, and strength-based therapy. Sessions are collaborative, structured, and supportive — focused on practical strategies, emotional insight, and steady progress at a pace that feels right for you.
I support adults navigating anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, trauma, grief, family conflict, and major life transitions.
I provide individual and family therapy for adults using evidence-based approaches like CBT, problem-solving, and strength-based therapy. Sessions are collaborative, structured, and supportive — focused on practical strategies, emotional insight, and steady progress at a pace that feels right for you.
I’m a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) and behavioral health therapist in Michigan with over 13 years experience helping individuals navigate anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, bipolar and mood disorders, trauma, life transitions, substance use, and ongoing stress, including the emotional toll of complex medical issues.
Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, and exhausted from holding it all together and many also believe change is not possible. Therapy with me is a place where you don’t have to pretend everything is fine. My approach is direct and practical, using evidence-based methods, but I’m not big on jargon or overcomplicating things.
I’m a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) and behavioral health therapist in Michigan with over 13 years experience helping individuals navigate anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, bipolar and mood disorders, trauma, life transitions, substance use, and ongoing stress, including the emotional toll of complex medical issues.
Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, and exhausted from holding it all together and many also believe change is not possible. Therapy with me is a place where you don’t have to pretend everything is fine. My approach is direct and practical, using evidence-based methods, but I’m not big on jargon or overcomplicating things.
At Wedgwood, we are ready and able to help you create meaningful, lasting change and discover who you were created to be. We all have unique journeys in life, so I strive to meet you where you’re at. I am a licensed therapist and have experience working with children, teens, their families, and adults around trauma, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship and communication issues, ADHD management, and other life stressors. I am trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT), and incorporate other modalities such as Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness Practices, Cognitive Behavioral Techniques, and more.
At Wedgwood, we are ready and able to help you create meaningful, lasting change and discover who you were created to be. We all have unique journeys in life, so I strive to meet you where you’re at. I am a licensed therapist and have experience working with children, teens, their families, and adults around trauma, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship and communication issues, ADHD management, and other life stressors. I am trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT), and incorporate other modalities such as Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness Practices, Cognitive Behavioral Techniques, and more.
As my favorite author Brene’ Brown said “You don’t have to go it alone, no one was meant to”. Life can be messy and the challenges and transitions that we all must travel through can be very burdensome. I am a compassionate and experienced therapist dedicated to supporting adults and couples through life’s challenges. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental space for clients navigating relationship stress, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, chronic illness, adoption-related issues, and trauma. My approach is holistic, mindful, and deeply empathetic, fostering growth and resilience in every session.
As my favorite author Brene’ Brown said “You don’t have to go it alone, no one was meant to”. Life can be messy and the challenges and transitions that we all must travel through can be very burdensome. I am a compassionate and experienced therapist dedicated to supporting adults and couples through life’s challenges. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental space for clients navigating relationship stress, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, chronic illness, adoption-related issues, and trauma. My approach is holistic, mindful, and deeply empathetic, fostering growth and resilience in every session.
Hi, I’m Abigail. As a clinician, it is my joy and purpose to help others better understand themselves and their experiences in order to live a more full and contented life. It is a wonderful gift to bear witness to the journey of others as they navigate the often-difficult waters of life’s ebb and flow. I incorporate my mindfulness training into the therapeutic process, creating solutions and effective techniques in addressing a wide range of challenges. I speak Spanish, Portuguese, German, and French.
Hi, I’m Abigail. As a clinician, it is my joy and purpose to help others better understand themselves and their experiences in order to live a more full and contented life. It is a wonderful gift to bear witness to the journey of others as they navigate the often-difficult waters of life’s ebb and flow. I incorporate my mindfulness training into the therapeutic process, creating solutions and effective techniques in addressing a wide range of challenges. I speak Spanish, Portuguese, German, and French.
Melissa R Tower
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP, CPC
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
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I am a Limited License Psychologist and a Certified Professional Life Coach with a Master's Degree in Psychology obtained in 1998 and have been working as a psychotherapist since 2000. I enjoy working with a wide range of emotional and behavioral struggles. I strive for treatment to always be offered in a comfortable and supportive atmosphere. I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to your individual needs to help attain personal growth.
I am a Limited License Psychologist and a Certified Professional Life Coach with a Master's Degree in Psychology obtained in 1998 and have been working as a psychotherapist since 2000. I enjoy working with a wide range of emotional and behavioral struggles. I strive for treatment to always be offered in a comfortable and supportive atmosphere. I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to your individual needs to help attain personal growth.
Hi there! I began working in human services since 2014 and have worked extensively with survivors of sexual assault, incest, domestic violence, and child abuse. I specialize in working with individuals and children who have experienced trauma, abuse, neglect, life transitions, housing instability, anxiety, and depression. I primarily use somatic interventions, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, yoga, play therapy, art interventions, parts work, DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) skills, and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) in sessions with my clients.
Hi there! I began working in human services since 2014 and have worked extensively with survivors of sexual assault, incest, domestic violence, and child abuse. I specialize in working with individuals and children who have experienced trauma, abuse, neglect, life transitions, housing instability, anxiety, and depression. I primarily use somatic interventions, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, yoga, play therapy, art interventions, parts work, DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) skills, and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) in sessions with my clients.
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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.