Bipolar Disorder Therapists in Merrick, NY

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Sacred Space Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CASAC
Verified Verified
Merrick, NY 11566  (Online Only)
Are you unhappy and unfilled in your relationships. Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, Bipolar Disorder, or other mental health issues. Do you struggle with self-esteem issues, feel stuck in the vicious cycle of negative and unproductive decision making. Have issues with addiction, trauma, and dual diagnosis. Or do you experience stress from life’s day to day challenges.
Are you unhappy and unfilled in your relationships. Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, Bipolar Disorder, or other mental health issues. Do you struggle with self-esteem issues, feel stuck in the vicious cycle of negative and unproductive decision making. Have issues with addiction, trauma, and dual diagnosis. Or do you experience stress from life’s day to day challenges.
(516) 908-7680 View (516) 908-7680
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Lori B. Sinclair
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Merrick, NY 11566  (Online Only)
Hello and thank you for viewing my profile! I enjoy treating a diversity of clients, from teenagers through seniors. Most have issues of anxiety, depression, stress-management, identity, ADHD, bipolar disorder, relationships, life changes, family, grief, school, or career. I am very LGBTQIA+ allied. I am easy to talk to and non-judgmental. I love helping people uncover their untapped strengths and resources, and to assist in guiding them through life's many difficulties. I consider my practice style to be Eclectic, meaning that I draw from several theoretical orientations, and utilize what best fits each client's particular needs.
Hello and thank you for viewing my profile! I enjoy treating a diversity of clients, from teenagers through seniors. Most have issues of anxiety, depression, stress-management, identity, ADHD, bipolar disorder, relationships, life changes, family, grief, school, or career. I am very LGBTQIA+ allied. I am easy to talk to and non-judgmental. I love helping people uncover their untapped strengths and resources, and to assist in guiding them through life's many difficulties. I consider my practice style to be Eclectic, meaning that I draw from several theoretical orientations, and utilize what best fits each client's particular needs.
(516) 323-7492 View (516) 323-7492
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Heidi N Berr Sees Children Teens Adults
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Merrick, NY 11566
I specialize in anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, postpartum depression, parent guidance work, couple issues, and parental difficulties with adult children.
Are you struggling with sadness, having difficulty keeping up with your daily routine, or feeling emotional without being able to understand why? Perhaps you and your partner are arguing more often over issues you can't seem to resolve, or are unable to discuss your differences without anger escalating. Are you turning yourself inside out trying to help your child with behavioral or social issues and still not getting anywhere? When you take the first step and call for a free phone consultation, we will discuss your situation and how sessions together will help you move forward more successfully.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, postpartum depression, parent guidance work, couple issues, and parental difficulties with adult children.
Are you struggling with sadness, having difficulty keeping up with your daily routine, or feeling emotional without being able to understand why? Perhaps you and your partner are arguing more often over issues you can't seem to resolve, or are unable to discuss your differences without anger escalating. Are you turning yourself inside out trying to help your child with behavioral or social issues and still not getting anywhere? When you take the first step and call for a free phone consultation, we will discuss your situation and how sessions together will help you move forward more successfully.
(516) 246-2665 View (516) 246-2665
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Doug Simonian
MHC-LP
Verified Verified
Merrick, NY 11566
I believe that the most important foundation of therapy is to provide a safe and supportive environment for my clients to be their most authentic selves. I am here to help clients navigate and sort through the chaos of life in a way that will provide understanding, comfort, and growth. I utilize a person-centered approach, by meeting my clients where they are in the present moment, and identifying various techniques that can empower and motivate clients throughout their life. I also integrate cognitive behavioral techniques to reframe thoughts that can change behaviors.
I believe that the most important foundation of therapy is to provide a safe and supportive environment for my clients to be their most authentic selves. I am here to help clients navigate and sort through the chaos of life in a way that will provide understanding, comfort, and growth. I utilize a person-centered approach, by meeting my clients where they are in the present moment, and identifying various techniques that can empower and motivate clients throughout their life. I also integrate cognitive behavioral techniques to reframe thoughts that can change behaviors.
(516) 530-9832 View (516) 530-9832
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Andrea Mastrocco
MHC-LP
Not Verified Not Verified
2 Endorsed
Merrick, NY 11566
Working through life's problems can be difficult to do alone. Having a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment will provide the opportunity to find the relief you deserve. Through a person-centered approach, we will collaborate a plan to work through the things that may be holding you back from reaching your full potential and working toward your goals. I utilize techniques such as CBT, and trauma informed care to assist in self empowerment, gaining insight, and developing skills to cope with stressors.
Working through life's problems can be difficult to do alone. Having a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment will provide the opportunity to find the relief you deserve. Through a person-centered approach, we will collaborate a plan to work through the things that may be holding you back from reaching your full potential and working toward your goals. I utilize techniques such as CBT, and trauma informed care to assist in self empowerment, gaining insight, and developing skills to cope with stressors.
(516) 614-4470 View (516) 614-4470
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Michael Mehler
Counselor, LMHC, MA, CASAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Merrick, NY 11566
In my years as a mental health counselor in both private practices and residential facilities, I have gained extensive experience working with a wide range of clients and diagnoses. Whether you're dealing with depression, anxiety, anger, interpersonal/family complications, or addiction, we can explore them together and develop the tools needed to conquer them.
In my years as a mental health counselor in both private practices and residential facilities, I have gained extensive experience working with a wide range of clients and diagnoses. Whether you're dealing with depression, anxiety, anger, interpersonal/family complications, or addiction, we can explore them together and develop the tools needed to conquer them.
(516) 830-4553 View (516) 830-4553
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Gabrielle Joseph
MHC-LP
Verified Verified
Merrick, NY 11566
I believe the most important relationship you can have is the one with yourself. The relationship you have with yourself is the foundation in which everything else relies on. How you view yourself and your capabilities impacts how you show up in the world and how you navigate interpersonal relationships. My goal as a therapist is to help you feel safe, heard and comfortable to unpack the weight that you’ve been carrying. We will explore and develop different coping skills to best help you manage your emotions, feelings of anxiety, depression and everything in between.
I believe the most important relationship you can have is the one with yourself. The relationship you have with yourself is the foundation in which everything else relies on. How you view yourself and your capabilities impacts how you show up in the world and how you navigate interpersonal relationships. My goal as a therapist is to help you feel safe, heard and comfortable to unpack the weight that you’ve been carrying. We will explore and develop different coping skills to best help you manage your emotions, feelings of anxiety, depression and everything in between.
(516) 774-3541 View (516) 774-3541
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Alexandria Ciulla
Verified Verified
Merrick, NY 11566  (Online Only)
As a mental health counselor, I am committed to creating a safe, empathetic, and supportive space for my clients. I believe that there is not a “one size fits all” approach to therapy; therefore, I utilize an eclectic approach to best address each client’s unique needs and goals. I enjoy sharing my knowledge of psychology with my clients and aim to help them gain insight into their emotions, learn healthy coping skills, develop tools to achieve their personal goals, and improve their self-esteem. My goal is to empower my clients throughout their journey in pursuing positive mental health.
As a mental health counselor, I am committed to creating a safe, empathetic, and supportive space for my clients. I believe that there is not a “one size fits all” approach to therapy; therefore, I utilize an eclectic approach to best address each client’s unique needs and goals. I enjoy sharing my knowledge of psychology with my clients and aim to help them gain insight into their emotions, learn healthy coping skills, develop tools to achieve their personal goals, and improve their self-esteem. My goal is to empower my clients throughout their journey in pursuing positive mental health.
(516) 550-5207 View (516) 550-5207
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Kristen Wojtuniak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Merrick, NY 11566  (Online Only)
Therapy is about exploring, experimenting, discovering, and being vulnerable. In our therapy together you will learn to increase self-compassion and mindfulness, and your ability to sit with uncertainty and bear witness to uncomfortable feelings and body sensations. You will gain awareness of the role negative core beliefs and thoughts have upon mood and learn how to challenge those negative thought patterns. You will learn to set appropriate boundaries by asserting feelings, recognizing wants and needs, and identifying the role shame and guilt might play in causing unhealthy, harmful, stale, and inauthentic behaviors.
Therapy is about exploring, experimenting, discovering, and being vulnerable. In our therapy together you will learn to increase self-compassion and mindfulness, and your ability to sit with uncertainty and bear witness to uncomfortable feelings and body sensations. You will gain awareness of the role negative core beliefs and thoughts have upon mood and learn how to challenge those negative thought patterns. You will learn to set appropriate boundaries by asserting feelings, recognizing wants and needs, and identifying the role shame and guilt might play in causing unhealthy, harmful, stale, and inauthentic behaviors.
(516) 412-6831 View (516) 412-6831
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Shannon Budgell
MHC-LP
Verified Verified
Merrick, NY 11566
Every person has a story to tell and I am ready to hear yours. As a therapist, my goal is to provide a safe environment for you to discover more about yourself, through identification and clarification of your emotions, thoughts and behaviors. By forming a relationship based on trust and compassion, we can address any obstacles preventing you from achieving your full potential. Implementing effective coping skills and adaptive thought patterns will provide you with comfort from potential challenges and the confidence to be the leader of your own story. Together, we can navigate and cultivate your life’s journey to self-fulfillment.
Every person has a story to tell and I am ready to hear yours. As a therapist, my goal is to provide a safe environment for you to discover more about yourself, through identification and clarification of your emotions, thoughts and behaviors. By forming a relationship based on trust and compassion, we can address any obstacles preventing you from achieving your full potential. Implementing effective coping skills and adaptive thought patterns will provide you with comfort from potential challenges and the confidence to be the leader of your own story. Together, we can navigate and cultivate your life’s journey to self-fulfillment.
(516) 447-8803 View (516) 447-8803
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Thomas Karlin
MHC-LP
Verified Verified
Merrick, NY 11566
With over ten years experience in mental health and educational settings, I am skilled at engaging clients with a wide variety of backgrounds and goals. By building a strong therapeutic relationship, clients share their life stories in an open, non-judgmental, and supportive space. Together, we triage issues that may come up and explore relationships, patterns, and blind spots that get in the way. Throughout this journey we focus on solutions and discover opportunities to get you closer to the life you have always imagined. I take pride in helping my clients cultivate skills to achieve their goals on their path to wellness.
With over ten years experience in mental health and educational settings, I am skilled at engaging clients with a wide variety of backgrounds and goals. By building a strong therapeutic relationship, clients share their life stories in an open, non-judgmental, and supportive space. Together, we triage issues that may come up and explore relationships, patterns, and blind spots that get in the way. Throughout this journey we focus on solutions and discover opportunities to get you closer to the life you have always imagined. I take pride in helping my clients cultivate skills to achieve their goals on their path to wellness.
(516) 271-3265 View (516) 271-3265
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Robert Cataldo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Merrick, NY 11566  (Online Only)
I am a dynamic therapist with 15 plus years experience working with various age groups. My experience has been working extensively with adolescents, young adults, adults, and parents, who have struggled with various degrees of mental illness. If you struggle with depression, anxiety, substance abuse issues or would like to improve aspects of your life you are struggling with, then I might be the right person to talk to.
I am a dynamic therapist with 15 plus years experience working with various age groups. My experience has been working extensively with adolescents, young adults, adults, and parents, who have struggled with various degrees of mental illness. If you struggle with depression, anxiety, substance abuse issues or would like to improve aspects of your life you are struggling with, then I might be the right person to talk to.
(845) 657-3156 View (845) 657-3156
Counseling For You Long Island
Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Merrick, NY 11566
Counseling For You Long Island is a group of therapists that have a passion for helping others. They are devoted to helping people through difficulties they are experiencing and are nonjudgemental, supportive and knowledgeable about the issues people face in the world today. Whether you are dealing with trauma, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, or any other issues that cause stress or get in the way of leading a healthy and happy life, there is someone here to help you.
Counseling For You Long Island is a group of therapists that have a passion for helping others. They are devoted to helping people through difficulties they are experiencing and are nonjudgemental, supportive and knowledgeable about the issues people face in the world today. Whether you are dealing with trauma, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, or any other issues that cause stress or get in the way of leading a healthy and happy life, there is someone here to help you.
(516) 613-2830 View (516) 613-2830
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Michelle Macolino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Merrick, NY 11566
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker working in the field for 20 years. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, mood disorders, addiction, and eating disorders. I focus on the whole person and help people realize their full potential and reach their personal goals. I received further training at Behavioral Tech Institute in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, a cutting edge treatment that helps people regulate emotion, tolerate stress, and be more effective in their relationships. Overall, it is my goal to help clients navigate the increased pressures of life today.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker working in the field for 20 years. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, mood disorders, addiction, and eating disorders. I focus on the whole person and help people realize their full potential and reach their personal goals. I received further training at Behavioral Tech Institute in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, a cutting edge treatment that helps people regulate emotion, tolerate stress, and be more effective in their relationships. Overall, it is my goal to help clients navigate the increased pressures of life today.
(516) 522-0905 View (516) 522-0905
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Lauren Gutierrez
Mental Health Counselor, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
Merrick, NY 11566
My goal is to help clients move through different phases of their lives with happiness, confidence, and useful tools that help them work through life’s challenges. By providing a person-centered approach, I strive to create a safe, open environment where clients can feel supported and heard. I have experience working with a variety of mental health concerns, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance use, trauma, and personality disorders. Everyone deserves to be their best self and I am committed to helping you make positive, healthy changes in your life.
My goal is to help clients move through different phases of their lives with happiness, confidence, and useful tools that help them work through life’s challenges. By providing a person-centered approach, I strive to create a safe, open environment where clients can feel supported and heard. I have experience working with a variety of mental health concerns, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance use, trauma, and personality disorders. Everyone deserves to be their best self and I am committed to helping you make positive, healthy changes in your life.
(516) 973-1743 View (516) 973-1743
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Elisha Goldstein
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, CASAC2
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Merrick, NY 11566
Living your life with anxiety, depression, anger, or unprocessed trauma, not only can delay your accomplishments, but prevent you from living a full and happy life. Specializing in anxiety and depression, I draw from several different therapeutic approaches, such as CBT and DBT to help you gain back control of your life and work through whatever roadblocks are holding you back. I believe nothing is unobtainable if you have the right support.
Living your life with anxiety, depression, anger, or unprocessed trauma, not only can delay your accomplishments, but prevent you from living a full and happy life. Specializing in anxiety and depression, I draw from several different therapeutic approaches, such as CBT and DBT to help you gain back control of your life and work through whatever roadblocks are holding you back. I believe nothing is unobtainable if you have the right support.
(516) 350-0570 View (516) 350-0570
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Dr. Mark R Serper
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Merrick, NY 11566
People come into therapy for multiple reasons. It could be an issue with coping when something bad happens or feeling anxious or depressed or having interpersonal difficulties. I understand how painful emotional problems can be, and how they can interfere with everyday life. I believe in understanding what’s going on in the present and then building skills to deal with the future. Coping and overcoming pain and building skills are the best ways to actualize this future you. I am a full professor in the clinical psychology doctoral program at Hofstra. I am trained in CBT and have been able to help people with treatments that work.
People come into therapy for multiple reasons. It could be an issue with coping when something bad happens or feeling anxious or depressed or having interpersonal difficulties. I understand how painful emotional problems can be, and how they can interfere with everyday life. I believe in understanding what’s going on in the present and then building skills to deal with the future. Coping and overcoming pain and building skills are the best ways to actualize this future you. I am a full professor in the clinical psychology doctoral program at Hofstra. I am trained in CBT and have been able to help people with treatments that work.
(516) 703-4770 View (516) 703-4770
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Elizabeth Huang
MHC-LP
Verified Verified
Merrick, NY 11566
Uniqueness defines us, shaped by experiences, culture, and values. Therapy, tailored to your needs, begins with neutrality and ends with acceptance. My goal is to create a safe space where therapy, though sometimes challenging, empowers you. As an experienced therapist, I specialize in working with adults using motivational interviewing, CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed methods. Therapy is a personal journey to self-discovery, guided by a supportive teammate. Let's work together to foster the outcomes you desire.
Uniqueness defines us, shaped by experiences, culture, and values. Therapy, tailored to your needs, begins with neutrality and ends with acceptance. My goal is to create a safe space where therapy, though sometimes challenging, empowers you. As an experienced therapist, I specialize in working with adults using motivational interviewing, CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed methods. Therapy is a personal journey to self-discovery, guided by a supportive teammate. Let's work together to foster the outcomes you desire.
(516) 703-4407 View (516) 703-4407
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Phil Gape
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Merrick, NY 11566  (Online Only)
Therapy does not have to be a last resort for when your mental health deteriorates and/or life becomes unmanageable. Ideally, it is a space you enter in order to safely explore your thoughts and feelings about not only yourself, but the world around you without judgment. Therapy affords you opportunities to pinpoint what is important to you, and how you can take concrete actions to live with greater fulfillment, authenticity, and empowerment.
Therapy does not have to be a last resort for when your mental health deteriorates and/or life becomes unmanageable. Ideally, it is a space you enter in order to safely explore your thoughts and feelings about not only yourself, but the world around you without judgment. Therapy affords you opportunities to pinpoint what is important to you, and how you can take concrete actions to live with greater fulfillment, authenticity, and empowerment.
(516) 261-5118 View (516) 261-5118
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Christie Brulhardt
Mental Health Counselor
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Merrick, NY 11566
Pushing through everyday life can sometimes be a challenge, especially when your mental health is suffering. Your mental health plays an integral role in your ability to flourish in all aspects of your life. These days, there are so many things that can impact your mental health and make it difficult for you to live up to your full potential. Providing individuals, couples and families with unconditional support and understanding is of great importance to me. I strive to create a safe environment for you, free of judgement and expectations, so healing can begin.
Pushing through everyday life can sometimes be a challenge, especially when your mental health is suffering. Your mental health plays an integral role in your ability to flourish in all aspects of your life. These days, there are so many things that can impact your mental health and make it difficult for you to live up to your full potential. Providing individuals, couples and families with unconditional support and understanding is of great importance to me. I strive to create a safe environment for you, free of judgement and expectations, so healing can begin.
(516) 613-2966 View (516) 613-2966
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.