Bipolar Disorder Therapists in Brooklyn, NY
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Nicole Bilbao
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP
Verified
Verified
I have experience with addiction, non-psychological medical illness, sex/sexuality, trauma,
bipolar
II, anxiety and depression.
Therapy takes commitment to yourself, time, radical honesty and willingness to increase flexibility and openness to acceptance. Transparency and building a collaborative environment are essential to one's individual progress. A therapist may act as a mirror and provide a reframe, but the bulk of the magic happens between sessions, when the client is presented with choices and opportunities to make the changes they strike to make.

Hillary Glick
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
If you suffer from depression/
bipolar disorder
, trauma history, or bad relationships you know how tough emotional pain is.
Trust and a sense of safety are necessary foundations for successful therapy. Yet they don't come automatically. They have to be built and earned over time. I respect the tremendous courage it takes to face up to deeply buried or avoided thoughts and feelings. I work best with people who take their therapy seriously and are curious about finding new ways of thinking about themselves and others in their lives. I use insight oriented therapies as well as mindfulness to help us stay in the moment. My approach is tailored individually to your needs. Recently I added EMDR and some IFS to my work.

Brannan Mary Piper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BS, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am an individual psychotherapist who has been practicing for 30 years. Because of my extensive training and importantly many years of experience, I am equipped to treat numerous conditions. My areas of specialization focus on depression,
BiPolar
, anxiety, self-esteem, and problems originating in childhood. If you are facing any of these challenges then you have found the right therapist. Highly intuitive, gentle, curious and a good listener, I value a stance which is open-minded and non-judgmental. I provide a calming and affirming environment in which you are free to share your issues and problems.

Steve R Antoine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I have been trained in Structural Family Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT for Anxiety, Depression,
Bipolar Disorder
and CBT for Couples).
I hope to contribute compassion to the recovery of people living productive lives but needing assistance managing mental health needs, interacting with others or navigating the behavioral health system. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over ten years of experience and engagement expertise in working collaboratively with diverse populations, families, groups, and individuals.

Piyumi Buddhakorala
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I have over 10 years of experience working with individuals with trauma, substance use, employment concerns, depression, anxiety, psychotic,
bipolar
and borderline symptoms.
Do you ever ask yourself why you react the way you do to certain situations? Are you feeling overwhelmed with everything that you are feeling? Do you feel like you have tried therapy before and nothing seems to be working? Do you feel hopeless and on the brink of giving up? I would like to tell you that not all hope is lost. If you are looking to find ways to address your concerns, find hope and meaning again, I am here to support you.

Balanced Life Movement Therapy Center
Art Therapist, MS, BC-DMT, LCAT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
We specialize in the treatment of anxiety, chronic stress,
bipolar disorder
, and trauma in adults and children.
Are you struggling to find deeper purpose and clarity? You may feel disconnected, anxious, lonely and are seeking a sense of meaningful connection and balance. Whether you are feeling lost in how to heal unresolved trauma, or need support through depression, you don’t need to go at it alone. Moving forward together, we will co-create authentic connection to your true self, develop a strategy to reach your goals, and open up to creative self-expression. Together, our therapists will help you find freedom from pain, feel safe in your body, more confident in your actions, and strengthen your tools for emotional balance.

April Barton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I have significant experience supporting people managing life transitions, generalized anxiety, major depression,
bipolar disorder
and the impacts of trauma.
Everyone has gone through situations that affect their mental health and wellness. Too often, we internalize this and blame ourselves instead of seeking support and care. As a warm, dynamic and effective therapist I can help you break this cycle and find healing. I believe therapy is a collaborative effort and I work with clients to create a safe and supportive environment that fosters change and healing. I have worked with folks of all ages and walks of life and have a focus on those who are navigating life transitions, including young adults and the queer community.

David Freedman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I have experience working with individuals dealing with a variety of challenges, including depression, anxiety,
bipolar disorder
, and personality and interpersonal issues.
Life transitions - from getting married, a new job, having children, or retirement - present us with new and unique challenges that we have to navigate. Oftentimes the challenges presented by these life transitions are informed by our experiences in navigating previous major life transitions. My approach to psychotherapy is to examine not only the current challenges but also any previous obstacles that we have faced in order to determine what interpersonal, internal, and skills-based needs may be getting in the way of successfully navigating the current situation.
Not accepting new clients

Jennifer Cota
Counselor, MSEd, LMHC, CRC
Verified
Verified
I have experience working with individuals with anxiety, depression,
bipolar disorder
, personality disorders, schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder, substance abuse, and PTSD and complex trauma.
As a therapist, I understand and appreciate the mixed emotions that accompany one's decision to ask for help. It is my goal to create a space where you feel safe and supported as you share your personal story. My approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and non-judgmental. I will help you to increase awareness around your thoughts, feelings, and behavior so that you can make positive changes in order to live your happiest life.

Daria Diakonova-Curtis
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed psychologist with over 10 years of experience working with adults, specializing in the treatment of depression, anxiety,
bipolar disorder
, trauma, and life transitions. My training has focused on helping people untangle the complex web of their past experiences to understand how they affect current thoughts and emotions. I am deeply committed to helping people overcome emotional challenges, grief reactions, and life stress, in order to lead lives full of hopefulness and meaning. I also work with bilingual and multicultural individuals, addressing concerns of immigration, identity, and relationships.

Chaim Biberfeld LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Specialties include: Generalized Anxiety disorder, Depression, OCD (Including Scrupulosity), ADHD,
Bipolar Disorder
, Relationship Issues (including abandonment and feelings of loss and rejection) and its attendant heartbreak, and life Coping Skills.
My practice consists largely of adolescents and young adults. My greatest assets are - an ability to connect with people in an accepting, non-judgmental and empathic way. Many young people today seek guidance and a better understanding of who they are and what they are feeling, their instinctive reactions and how to better understand themselves and gain from this crucial insight. Helping them through this life-changing learning process is my forte.

Peter Honchaurk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified
Verified
I have served as clinical supervisor to many therapists. I have a superb track record of helping clients - individuals, families and couples - effect remarkable recovery and resume functioning. Areas in which I excel: schizophrenia, depression (incl suicide- and self-harm-prevention), anxiety,
bipolar disorder
, relationship difficulties, social phobia, OCD, alcoholism (though I'm no substitute for AA), substance abuse, sex addiction, debt & finance stress, grief, workplace stress, assertiveness, and work with teens-at-risk and their families.

Bianca I. Morisset
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
Verified
She provides individual and group counseling to a range of individuals dealing with but not limited to Depression, Anxiety,
Bipolar
/Psychotic Disorders, trauma and other behavioral issues.
Bianca Morisset is a board-certified license mental health counselor in the state of New York who holds a dual B.A./M.A. degree in forensic psychology from John Jay college. She has years of clinical experience across a variety of settings such as large nonprofits, outpatient, correctional and private practice working with adults, adolescents and families who suffer from a variety of mental illnesses.Bianca has been a practicing psychotherapist for 6+ years and has supervisory and leadership experience. She currently works at Riker’s Island.

Teandra Wiggins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MSW
Verified
Verified
As a trauma-informed modern therapist, I actively question, respond, and relate with you. I believe a therapist is someone who knows and understands where their client wants to go and works to support that journey. I conduct Individual, Couples, and Family Therapy, as I have a background in Mood Disorders (Anxiety, Panic, Depression, Anger Management, and
Bipolar
Disorders), Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities, adjustment disorders (grief, stress management) and substance use disorders.

Melissa Wergland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I have also helped clients with more serious mental illness including Schizophrenia and
Bipolar Disorder
to be able to live more satisfying lives.
Are you struggling and feeling alone and misunderstood? Are you suffering from excessive worrying, or feeling like you have lost hope that things can get better? Maybe you feel that you are not the person you once were, and you want so much to get that person back. Sometimes we go through a period in our lives where we just need a little guidance to get back on our feet. You have already courageously taken the first step by seeking help and that takes strength! I am honored to be a part of this very important journey, to be your guide and companion in this healing process.

Patrycja Golak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified
Verified
I specialize in working with young adults and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma,
bipolar disorder
, and other psychiatric diagnoses (including psychosis).
My passion lies in working with individuals who have been diagnosed with a mental illness. My work as a psychiatric social worker has influenced my strong belief in the power of talk therapy within the world of psychiatry and mental health as a complement to other treatments. While medications can treat symptoms, processing past experiences can really help address the underlying issues that may be contributing to the symptoms. As your therapist, I want to dig down there with you to understand how past experiences are impacting you now and explore strategies we can put in place to help you move toward your future.

New York Psychiatric Services, PC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
Hello everyone! Living in New York City may be a challenge, filled with stress. anxiety and depression. With these challenges you need a helping hand to guide you through. I specialize in Mood Disorders,
Bipolar
disorders, Anxiety, Depression and PTSD.

Crystal Bradley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Hi! My name is Crystal Bradley, and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 14 years of clinical experience supporting individuals experiencing symptoms of Depression,
Bipolar Disorder
, Anxiety, and Schizophrenia, helping clients undergoing life transitions, healing from trauma, and managing the illness of addiction. I'm also passionate about supporting women who are managing life transitions. I use a mix of CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Relational, Culturally Sensitive, and Trauma Focused therapies. I believe that emotional discomfort and pain are just as real as physical pain and can affect all areas of your life.

Dr. Regina Bordieri
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I have extensive experience helping couples & families cope with life transitions & heal past relationship injuries. I use Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to help couples escape negative cycles, reduce conflict & reconnect - research consistently shows 90% report significant improvements. I also offer short-term, skills-based relationship coaching, premarital counseling, and relationship enhancement programs, discernment counseling for couples considering divorce, & therapy for couples coping with a
bipolar
diagnosis. I offer flexible scheduling options including Sat & Sun every weekend & online schedule to self-book appointments.

Lyudmila Gonik
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Currently, after 15 years of working at the city outpatient mental health clinic I am very excited to open my own private practice providing a high quality of care using telehealth platforms. I have experience helping clients of different age groups and with various mental health issues. My ideal client is someone who suffers from depression/ anxiety/
bipolar
disorders, has relationships issues or difficulties to cope with work, school or life transitions stressors. Also, I like to help immigrants adjusting to living in the USA, especially clients from the former Soviet Union. I am fluent in English and Russian languages.
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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.