Bipolar Disorder Therapists in Columbus, OH

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Katherine Cordier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC
Online Only
My treatment experience includes working with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, grief, career exploration, trauma, relationship issues, life transitions, boundary setting, and change management.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been practicing since 2024. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, a Master of Science in Business Administration, and a Master of Science in Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Dayton. I'm currently under supervision until 2026. I enjoy making multidimensional connections within the world, building relationships, and guiding individuals through their personal and interpersonal challenges. My clients have commonly describe me as an optimistic, realistic, and eclectic counselor.
My treatment experience includes working with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, grief, career exploration, trauma, relationship issues, life transitions, boundary setting, and change management.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been practicing since 2024. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, a Master of Science in Business Administration, and a Master of Science in Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Dayton. I'm currently under supervision until 2026. I enjoy making multidimensional connections within the world, building relationships, and guiding individuals through their personal and interpersonal challenges. My clients have commonly describe me as an optimistic, realistic, and eclectic counselor.
(614) 756-5474 View (614) 756-5474
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Jarrod Beyler
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43204
I have experience working with clients who experience PTSD, depression, bipolar, grief, ADHD, and other mental health conditions.
I am passionate about mental health, and I am ready to start meeting with you to help you reach your goals. I grew up in rural Ohio. I have assisted the Akron Fire Departments with the REACH program that helped with linking clients to appropriate services. I am all about helping you figure things out!
I have experience working with clients who experience PTSD, depression, bipolar, grief, ADHD, and other mental health conditions.
I am passionate about mental health, and I am ready to start meeting with you to help you reach your goals. I grew up in rural Ohio. I have assisted the Akron Fire Departments with the REACH program that helped with linking clients to appropriate services. I am all about helping you figure things out!
(614) 635-7076 View (614) 635-7076
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Tonya Gragg-McCoy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Online Only
My skills include working with rural populations and adults with mental illness such as bipolar disorder, PTSD, and alcohol and drug issues.
I have a personable demeanor and am easy to talk to. Counseling looks different for everyone: some benefit from having as much time as they need to talk, and some benefit from receiving questions and feedback. I’ll work with you to determine what you want to achieve from therapy.
My skills include working with rural populations and adults with mental illness such as bipolar disorder, PTSD, and alcohol and drug issues.
I have a personable demeanor and am easy to talk to. Counseling looks different for everyone: some benefit from having as much time as they need to talk, and some benefit from receiving questions and feedback. I’ll work with you to determine what you want to achieve from therapy.
(740) 303-7895 View (740) 303-7895
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Debbie Sherman
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Columbus, OH 43213
Debbie works with adults dealing with a variety of concerns which include anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, obsessive compulsive disorders, weight concerns, bereavement, stress and relationship concerns.
She believes the most effective counseling includes both education and support. Does not accept Medicare, Medicaid or EAP.
Debbie works with adults dealing with a variety of concerns which include anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, obsessive compulsive disorders, weight concerns, bereavement, stress and relationship concerns.
She believes the most effective counseling includes both education and support. Does not accept Medicare, Medicaid or EAP.
(380) 666-4948 View (380) 666-4948
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Terrance Tufts
Counselor, LPCC
Columbus, OH 43221
I have served those with Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, Family Issues, etc.
I want to help my clients feel safe to process trauma or other distress in their lives. I wish to share tools that can be beneficial to their mental health and overall well-being. I provide an eclectic specialty to meet the needs of various clients looking for a quality provider. My purpose is to be a support to clients with unconditional positive regard.
I have served those with Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, Family Issues, etc.
I want to help my clients feel safe to process trauma or other distress in their lives. I wish to share tools that can be beneficial to their mental health and overall well-being. I provide an eclectic specialty to meet the needs of various clients looking for a quality provider. My purpose is to be a support to clients with unconditional positive regard.
(614) 683-3237 View (614) 683-3237
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Cheryl Catron
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Online Only
My specialties include working with individuals experiencing ADHD, PTSD, stress, suicidal ideation and self-harming behaviors, trauma, children's mental and behavioral health, bipolar disorder, and adolescent and teen mental and behavioral health.
Hello, I'm Cherie. With over 20 years of experience in education and mental health, I have dedicated my career to supporting students and families through a wide range of academic and mental health challenges. My journey began with over 12 years as a teacher, which then evolved into a role as a school-based mental health clinician. This dual background allows me to draw on my extensive experience in both education and counseling to provide comprehensive support to families navigating complex issues.
My specialties include working with individuals experiencing ADHD, PTSD, stress, suicidal ideation and self-harming behaviors, trauma, children's mental and behavioral health, bipolar disorder, and adolescent and teen mental and behavioral health.
Hello, I'm Cherie. With over 20 years of experience in education and mental health, I have dedicated my career to supporting students and families through a wide range of academic and mental health challenges. My journey began with over 12 years as a teacher, which then evolved into a role as a school-based mental health clinician. This dual background allows me to draw on my extensive experience in both education and counseling to provide comprehensive support to families navigating complex issues.
(614) 482-2196 View (614) 482-2196
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Terrance Tufts
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Columbus, OH 43228
I have served those with Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, Family Issues, etc.
I want to help my clients feel safe to process trauma or other distress in their lives. I wish to share tools that can be beneficial to their mental health and overall well-being. I provide an eclectic specialty to meet the needs of various clients looking for a quality provider. My purpose is to be a support to clients with unconditional positive regard.
I have served those with Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, Family Issues, etc.
I want to help my clients feel safe to process trauma or other distress in their lives. I wish to share tools that can be beneficial to their mental health and overall well-being. I provide an eclectic specialty to meet the needs of various clients looking for a quality provider. My purpose is to be a support to clients with unconditional positive regard.
(614) 756-5852 View (614) 756-5852
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Racheal Wilson
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor , LPCC, NCC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Her areas of focus include bipolar disorder, dual-diagnosis, substance-use disorders, schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorders, complex trauma, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Racheal’s therapeutic style is creative, holistic, and works to address the client as a whole which includes both their inner and outer environments. She incorporates narrative, DBT, Adlerian, IFS, and person-centered modalities to utilize a holistic approach that addresses the systemic barriers unique to each client’s success.
Her areas of focus include bipolar disorder, dual-diagnosis, substance-use disorders, schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorders, complex trauma, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Racheal’s therapeutic style is creative, holistic, and works to address the client as a whole which includes both their inner and outer environments. She incorporates narrative, DBT, Adlerian, IFS, and person-centered modalities to utilize a holistic approach that addresses the systemic barriers unique to each client’s success.
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Sam Smartnick
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC
Online Only
With a focus on anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, Sam is passionate about guiding clients through these conditions.
Additionally, Sam offers specialized support for men’s issues and those navigating life changes. Sam also serves a diverse range of populations, including women, men, military veterans, LGBTQ+ individuals, adoption and foster care situations, those with autism spectrum disorders, and first responders.
With a focus on anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, Sam is passionate about guiding clients through these conditions.
Additionally, Sam offers specialized support for men’s issues and those navigating life changes. Sam also serves a diverse range of populations, including women, men, military veterans, LGBTQ+ individuals, adoption and foster care situations, those with autism spectrum disorders, and first responders.
(614) 819-3127 View (614) 819-3127
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Tim Masters
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, motivation, self-esteem and confidence, bipolar disorder, and OCD, amongst others.
I am licensed as a clinical social worker in Ohio, Maine, California, and Wyoming, with 7 years of clinical work experience. I got my MSW from The Ohio State University, specializing in mental health and substance abuse treatment.
I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, motivation, self-esteem and confidence, bipolar disorder, and OCD, amongst others.
I am licensed as a clinical social worker in Ohio, Maine, California, and Wyoming, with 7 years of clinical work experience. I got my MSW from The Ohio State University, specializing in mental health and substance abuse treatment.
(937) 696-7474 View (937) 696-7474
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Madison Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
I help adolescents and adults with mood disorders, including depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and OCD, by taking a person-centered approach and using a variety of treatment modalities to best treat their symptoms.
People tend to describe me as an extrovert. I hope to provide a safe space with an empathetic and unconditional positive regard. I want to be that person with whom you can feel comfortable being your authentic self. It is my goal to help you overcome your difficulties and to hold you accountable so you can be the best version of yourself.
I help adolescents and adults with mood disorders, including depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and OCD, by taking a person-centered approach and using a variety of treatment modalities to best treat their symptoms.
People tend to describe me as an extrovert. I hope to provide a safe space with an empathetic and unconditional positive regard. I want to be that person with whom you can feel comfortable being your authentic self. It is my goal to help you overcome your difficulties and to hold you accountable so you can be the best version of yourself.
(270) 626-7927 View (270) 626-7927
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Orienta Eison
Counselor
Online Only
My focus areas include ADHD, adolescent and teen mental/behavioral health, anger management, anxiety, bipolar disorder, children's mental/behavioral health, depression, family relationships, grief/bereavement, intimate/romantic relationships, multicultural/diversity
Hello, I'm Orienta Eison, founder of Emerging Spirit Counseling Services. With over 20 years of experience as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, dually licensed in both Ohio and Kentucky, I've dedicated my career to helping clients heal, change, and grow through therapeutic interventions. My approach is rooted in creating a safe and supportive environment where individuals and families can explore their challenges and work towards healthier lifestyle choices.
My focus areas include ADHD, adolescent and teen mental/behavioral health, anger management, anxiety, bipolar disorder, children's mental/behavioral health, depression, family relationships, grief/bereavement, intimate/romantic relationships, multicultural/diversity
Hello, I'm Orienta Eison, founder of Emerging Spirit Counseling Services. With over 20 years of experience as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, dually licensed in both Ohio and Kentucky, I've dedicated my career to helping clients heal, change, and grow through therapeutic interventions. My approach is rooted in creating a safe and supportive environment where individuals and families can explore their challenges and work towards healthier lifestyle choices.
(614) 782-8756 View (614) 782-8756
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Monika Zoretic
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Columbus, OH 43219
I am experienced helping people with eating disorders, mood disorders (depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder), trauma, and PTSD.
I became passionate about helping those with eating disorders during my internship. I've gained additional training through the Center for Balanced Living and the Renfrew Center. In addition, I have training in Prolonged Exposure and Written Exposure Therapy (WET), which helps individuals recover from trauma and PTSD.
I am experienced helping people with eating disorders, mood disorders (depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder), trauma, and PTSD.
I became passionate about helping those with eating disorders during my internship. I've gained additional training through the Center for Balanced Living and the Renfrew Center. In addition, I have training in Prolonged Exposure and Written Exposure Therapy (WET), which helps individuals recover from trauma and PTSD.
(614) 441-9988 View (614) 441-9988
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Jami Munn
Drug & Alcohol Counselor
Online Only
I have work with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance use, bipolar disorder, major life changes, difficulty controlling anger, and other mental and emotional complications.
Are you wanting to increase happiness and overall satisfaction with your life? Would you like to work towards gaining control of your thoughts, feelings, and actions? Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, low self-worth, addiction, trauma, or just simply feeling overwhelmed with life, these are goals that you can reach. Through counseling I want to help you take back the control and start living your best life. I take a client centered approach, helping you to feel motivated and capable
I have work with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance use, bipolar disorder, major life changes, difficulty controlling anger, and other mental and emotional complications.
Are you wanting to increase happiness and overall satisfaction with your life? Would you like to work towards gaining control of your thoughts, feelings, and actions? Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, low self-worth, addiction, trauma, or just simply feeling overwhelmed with life, these are goals that you can reach. Through counseling I want to help you take back the control and start living your best life. I take a client centered approach, helping you to feel motivated and capable
(220) 235-5357 View (220) 235-5357
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Amber Plessinger-Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Online Only
I have worked with persons of all ages, focused on working with Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder and using therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
I approach therapy with my clients as a team-building experience, assisting with Motivation to work on goals and Reality Theory to assist in achievable goals. I am a compassionate therapist often using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing. I work to become a partner with my clients and guide them through their treatment an
I have worked with persons of all ages, focused on working with Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder and using therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
I approach therapy with my clients as a team-building experience, assisting with Motivation to work on goals and Reality Theory to assist in achievable goals. I am a compassionate therapist often using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing. I work to become a partner with my clients and guide them through their treatment an
(440) 530-9126 View (440) 530-9126
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Melissa Elbert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Online Only
I specialize in trauma, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and substance use disorders, including alcohol and opioid use.
I earned my MSSA from the Jack, Joseph, and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences at Case Western Reserve University. I draw from multiple therapeutic approaches to find the best fit for each individuato therapy in order to find the right fit for each individual client. Some of these approaches include CBT, DBT, CPT, and trauma-informed approaches.
I specialize in trauma, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and substance use disorders, including alcohol and opioid use.
I earned my MSSA from the Jack, Joseph, and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences at Case Western Reserve University. I draw from multiple therapeutic approaches to find the best fit for each individuato therapy in order to find the right fit for each individual client. Some of these approaches include CBT, DBT, CPT, and trauma-informed approaches.
(614) 968-9351 View (614) 968-9351
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Dr. Noriyo Shoji-Schaffner
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD , LPC
Columbus, OH 43220
Are you navigating personality disorders, bipolar disorder, anxiety & depression, marital & familial conflicts, & grief?
I integrate evidence-based psychological interventions with faith-based principles when counseling holistically. Balancing individualistic matters with a collectivistic reality that recognizes our embeddedness in families, relationships, communities, & cultures.
Are you navigating personality disorders, bipolar disorder, anxiety & depression, marital & familial conflicts, & grief?
I integrate evidence-based psychological interventions with faith-based principles when counseling holistically. Balancing individualistic matters with a collectivistic reality that recognizes our embeddedness in families, relationships, communities, & cultures.
(380) 204-9309 View (380) 204-9309
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Thomas VanMarter
Marriage & Family Therapist
Online Only
I specialize in a wide range of areas, including addiction, anger management, anxiety, ADHD, autism spectrum support, bipolar disorder, children's and adolescent mental/behavioral health, depression, developmental disabilities, family relationships, grief/bereavement, life transitions, OCD, PTSD, intimate/romantic relationships, sex/intimacy issues and sleep
Hello, I'm T.J., and I'm glad you're here. You're probably feeling 'stuck' in life, and that's okay. Maybe you're a parent facing challenges with your child's unique behavioral, emotional, or academic needs and are seeking guidance. Or perhaps you're navigating a significant life transition, such as starting or ending a relationship, going to college, or starting a new job, and you need emotional support and validation. My goal is to help individuals, families, and couples gain insight into their challenges and cope through distressful situations.
I specialize in a wide range of areas, including addiction, anger management, anxiety, ADHD, autism spectrum support, bipolar disorder, children's and adolescent mental/behavioral health, depression, developmental disabilities, family relationships, grief/bereavement, life transitions, OCD, PTSD, intimate/romantic relationships, sex/intimacy issues and sleep
Hello, I'm T.J., and I'm glad you're here. You're probably feeling 'stuck' in life, and that's okay. Maybe you're a parent facing challenges with your child's unique behavioral, emotional, or academic needs and are seeking guidance. Or perhaps you're navigating a significant life transition, such as starting or ending a relationship, going to college, or starting a new job, and you need emotional support and validation. My goal is to help individuals, families, and couples gain insight into their challenges and cope through distressful situations.
(614) 852-4448 View (614) 852-4448
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Sara Parko
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW, PMH-C
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43221
My expertise also extends to anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, BPD, life transitions, sexual assault survivor services and trauma.
I specialize in working with women throughout transitions in life - namely the transition into motherhood. As a Perinatal Mental Health (also known as Maternal Mental Health) Specialist, I’ve received additional training in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders through Postpartum Support International and appropriate interventions to support growing families. As a mother myself, I also know the challenges and joys of this phase of life and believe that we can all use a little more support.
My expertise also extends to anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, BPD, life transitions, sexual assault survivor services and trauma.
I specialize in working with women throughout transitions in life - namely the transition into motherhood. As a Perinatal Mental Health (also known as Maternal Mental Health) Specialist, I’ve received additional training in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders through Postpartum Support International and appropriate interventions to support growing families. As a mother myself, I also know the challenges and joys of this phase of life and believe that we can all use a little more support.
(614) 660-5529 View (614) 660-5529
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Robert Egbert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Online Only
I have mainly worked with people with anxiety, depression, bipolar, and ADHD symptoms and with individuals and couples with relationship issues.
My experience is mainly treating depressive, anxious, bipolar, and ADHD symptoms with some work with addiction issues. I have worked with elder issues and trauma issues. I like helping people. I have done this by being a mental health case manager team leader for fifteen years first and now as a mental health therapist for thirteen years.
I have mainly worked with people with anxiety, depression, bipolar, and ADHD symptoms and with individuals and couples with relationship issues.
My experience is mainly treating depressive, anxious, bipolar, and ADHD symptoms with some work with addiction issues. I have worked with elder issues and trauma issues. I like helping people. I have done this by being a mental health case manager team leader for fifteen years first and now as a mental health therapist for thirteen years.
(440) 659-2270 View (440) 659-2270

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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.