Bipolar Disorder Therapists in Philadelphia, PA
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Amanda Large
Psychologist, CAADC, CCTP
Verified
Verified
I specialize in working with clients who struggle with co-occurring disorders- people who struggle with
Bipolar
Disorders as well as co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
I work alongside my clients to help them move forward and achieve the goals that they have for themselves and to help them live their best possible lives. It is very important to me that I provide a place that feels safe, nonjudgmental, and supportive, which is what helps me work with my clients in this way. The goals that people work on in therapy can involve anything- learning healthier ways to express anger, finding new ways to cope with the effects of past traumas, stabilizing mood episodes (e.g., mania, severe depression), maintaining and establishing sobriery, and more.
Janet Montgomery
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I have years of experience working with adults struggling with mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, mood disorder, binge eating disorder,
bipolar disorder
, addiction, and PTSD.
Hello, my name is Janet. My mission is to support others on their journey to leading a healthy, rewarding life to their fullest potential. Life gets complicated at times, and everyone can benefit from working with a therapist at one point or another.
Christine Herman
Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
I have prior experience in child welfare and the juvenile justice system and extensive experience working with individuals diagnosed with severe mental illnesses, including
Bipolar Disorder
and Schizophrenia.
"It is the client who knows what hurts, what directions to go, what problems are crucial, what experiences have been deeply buried." -Carl Rodgers I am here to help guide you on YOUR journey. I'm passionate about creating resources for those struggling with mental health issues or just everyday problems. As a Licensed Professional Counselor I've spent the past 10 years dedicated to providing services to incarcerated and post-incarcerated individuals, their families and those working in the criminal legal system.
Philip Jaisohn Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified
Verified
We have experience treating clients with depression, anxiety,
bipolar disorder
, ADHD, educational issues, and eating disorders.
We want to welcome clients who might be new to therapy but have struggled for a long time with depression, anxiety, family conflict or other mental health issues. You might have avoided therapy because of stigma or misconceptions. You feel overwhelmed at times and feel that now is the time to seek help. We can speak to anyone living in New Jersey and Pennsylvania through the convenience of tele-therapy. We have English and Korean speaking therapists who are compassionate and want to make therapy a comfortable experience for you.
Trinity Creations Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hello, My name is Shereema Molette and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania and New Jersey. I have been a therapist for 15 years working in numerous settings in the human service field. I have worked with children and adults addressing various issues and concerns. I currently work at non-profit supervising therapists that work in the Philadelphia School District. My passion has always been to help others and I feel fulfilled working in the field of psychology. My expertise spans many different areas but my true passion is working with children and adults as they navigate
Bipolar Disorder
and other clas
Not accepting new clients
Liz DiNardo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Welcome! If you are here, I can imagine you are struggling with something in your life. It can be really anxiety provoking to reach out and start therapy. I’m glad you are here and I’m happy to help you walk through any struggle or issue you are going through. I’ve worked with a variety of clients that have experienced anxiety, depression,
bipolar disorder
, PTSD, substance abuse/addiction, anger management, personality disorders, psychosis, trauma & abuse, stress management and relationship concerns. All of my sessions are currently virtual.
Waitlist for new clients
Carolyn Weimer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
Verified
My name is Carolyn Weimer and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have a master’s degree in Professional Counseling from Carlow University. I have worked in the behavioral health and Drug and Alcohol field for many years as an Outpatient Therapist, Partial Hospitalization Therapist, Inpatient Mental Health Supervisor, Crisis Clinician, High Risk Care Manager, and Team Leader of a Community Treatment Team. I have worked with adolescents and adults with a variety of mental health, behavioral health needs, and drug and alcohol issues. I specialize in treating PTSD, Substance Abuse, and
Bipolar Disorder
.
Heather Doughty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with individuals with various life experiences including: anxiety, depression,
bipolar disorder
, life transitions, and various traumas.
Using an intersectional lens, I strive to offer an affirming space for people of all identities and experiences, including LGBTQIA2S+, poly, and kink communities. I work collaboratively with clients to create a supportive, safe and healing environment, free of judgment, that strives to honor their history and individual experiences. I use an eclectic approach to therapy drawing from psychodynamic, relational, social justice-oriented, and strength-based approaches.
Jean Campbell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I have experience working with adults and adolescents diagnosed with Anxiety, Depression,
Bipolar Disorder
and Schizophrenia.
As a therapist I meet you where you are in life and join with you for a time on your journey to self-improvement. On this journey, it is so important to feel heard. Therapy is about being heard and empowering you to use your voice to be the person you want to be and to lead the life you want to lead. I listen deeply as we work together to identify and meet your therapeutic goals. I believe the environment is a part of the whole person that impacts one’s emotional, mental and physical well-being and needs to be considered in therapy. I invite your feedback regarding what is working and not working for you in our therapy sessions.
Andreea Crauciuc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I look forward to exploring your concerns, fears and needs in a supportive therapeutic environment. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families addressing substance abuse, relationship, mood issues ( depression, anxiety,
bipolar disorder
, etc). I often work with family members who have trouble motivating a loved one to consider treatment, or who want to learn about their loved one's condition and how to best support them. I value maintaining relationships with other providers, including psychiatrists, other therapists such as group therapists, couple therapists, inpatient treatment facilities, etc. as part of maintaining good coordination of your care as necessary.
Crystal Somerville
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
My professional expertise includes working with clients who have ADHD, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Depression, Anxiety,
Bipolar Disorder
, Adjustment Disorders, Anger Management and Substance Abuse treatment.
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I was born and raised in New Jersey and lived in Pennsylvania for many years. I moved to Virginia in 2013 and now call Lynchburg home. My hobbies include hiking, kayaking, singing, dancing, painting and spending time with family and friends. I have had the amazing opportunity to serve children, adolescents and families for over twenty years in a variety of mental health settings including residential treatment, boot camp, community, outpatient and group settings. I’m an expert witness for the Juvenile and Family court system of VA. I utilize an honest, direct, client-centered approach.
Angelo Rannazzisi
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Provider within Rittenhouse Psychiatric Associates, a network of over 20 Psychiatrists, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners and Psychotherapists offering in-office psychiatric evaluations, medication management and psychotherapy in Philadelphia and on The Main Line, and Virtual Telehealth Psychiatric Appointments to patients in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania and Florida. Treatment for Anxiety, Depression,
Bipolar Disorder
and ADHD. Call to see which providers are licensed in your location.
Jessica Fleeger
Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
I am here to help you take the first steps toward changing your life for the better. Even though change can be difficult, we will do this together. I have a Master's Degree in Counseling as well as a degree in Psychology and Sociology. I have over 20 years experience in working with adults, couples, teenagers, and families. My clinical interests include working with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depressed mood, obsessive compulsive disorder, anger issues,
bipolar disorder
, stress management concerns, self-esteem issues, grief and loss, relationship problems, and trauma-related concerns.
Waitlist for new clients
Anna Lovelace
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I have worked with individuals and couples struggling with Anxiety, Depression,
Bipolar Disorder
, Adjustment Disorders, ADD, ADHD, Marital Conflict, issues surrounding substance abuse, and issues surrounding gender and identity.
Through my experiences as a therapist, I have seen how life stressors, past experiences, and genetics can all play a role in the difficulties of our lives. My hope is that we can create a safe environment to enable you to grow and adapt to what life has to offer and start to explore the things that may be holding us back.
Diana Wolovnick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I specialize in eating disorders, relationship and peer issues, grief and loss and mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety and
bipolar disorder
).
Often people find themselves to be stuck or unhappy and they don't know how they got there. Or maybe there is a specific problem you're dealing with and you need an outside perspective and unbiased help working through it and getting back to a more comfortable and productive place. I consider therapy a natural and helpful extension of your regular daily life.
Rachel Kolman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
It's okay to not be okay and seeking help is one of the bravest initiatives a person can take. I want to be a guide to help assist clients through aspects of their lives they are struggling with. I know first hand the incredible effects therapy can have. Sometimes mental illness can seem like an endless and hopeless battle, but therapy gives hope and a helping hand in this time. I have experience working with diverse populations and many different diagnoses, including depression, anxiety, and
bipolar disorder
.
Not accepting new clients
Caroline Kuttler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I use an integrated approach including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) informed, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and EMDR to treat trauma, PTSD,
bipolar disorder
, BDP, depression, and anxiety.
Deciding to start therapy can be a challenging and vulnerable process. My goal as a therapist is to make each individual feel as safe and supported as possible with high levels of empathy, compassion, and genuineness. Throughout the therapy process, I value the importance of improving relationships, managing stress, and increasing the ability to identify and regulate emotions. In sessions, I emphasis the importance of processing core beliefs we hold towards ourself and the world, practicing daily mindfulness, and learning skills to effectively regulate our emotions.
Jill Scott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCTP-II
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
While I consider myself to be a versatile therapist, much of my work is focused on the needs of adolescents and young adults experiencing symptoms of depression and anxiety as well as individuals experiencing or considering life transitions. I have received post-graduate training in treating children, adults and families experiencing bereavement and individuals diagnosed with
Bipolar Disorder
and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. My approach is best described as client-centered, but I utilize the theories and strategies of cognitive behavioral therapy, family systems therapy and narrative therapy in my work.
Lighthouse Therapy Associates
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
We are also skilled at working with people with psychotic and
bipolar
disorders.
Our therapists strive to create a non-judgmental and compassionate space to offer guidance and help create change. We offer both shorter term solution-focused therapy as well as longer term in-depth psychotherapy depending on your individual needs. Our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and understand yourself better, leading to symptom reduction and lasting change.
Kealsey Beecham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified
Verified
I am a passionate therapist whose mission is to help you to achieve emotional wellness. As a licensed clinical social worker, I’ve practiced therapy for over 7 years in a variety of settings. My therapeutic treatment modalities include Cognitive and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Prolonged Exposure and Solution Focused Brief Therapy with an understanding of choosing from eclectic, appropriate modalities to meet the client’s needs. I have experience treating a wide variety of mental health diagnoses including: anxiety, depression, trauma, and
bipolar disorder
and substance abuse.
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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.