Bipolar Disorder Therapists in Bloemfontein

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Nadia du Toit
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Bloemfontein 9301
I am a Clinical Psychologist in private practice with a focus on depression, anxiety, bipolar mood disorder, trauma and stress related problems, and addiction.
As we move through life, we are often faced with many challenges and sometimes even moments that turn our lives upside down. Traumatic events and distressing experiences often leave us feeling lost, defeated and unsure. Everyone deals with these situations in their own way. At times, we are able to manage and cope rather well however, some challenges and tragedies can start to feel overwhelming and hard to cope with on our own. I know what it’s like to be caught in turbulent times. That is why I put my heart and soul into helping individuals make sense of these moments, put their life back together and find contentment and purpose.
I am a Clinical Psychologist in private practice with a focus on depression, anxiety, bipolar mood disorder, trauma and stress related problems, and addiction.
As we move through life, we are often faced with many challenges and sometimes even moments that turn our lives upside down. Traumatic events and distressing experiences often leave us feeling lost, defeated and unsure. Everyone deals with these situations in their own way. At times, we are able to manage and cope rather well however, some challenges and tragedies can start to feel overwhelming and hard to cope with on our own. I know what it’s like to be caught in turbulent times. That is why I put my heart and soul into helping individuals make sense of these moments, put their life back together and find contentment and purpose.
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Julanda Theron
General Counsellor
Verified Verified
Bloemfontein 9301
I want you to learn to love yourself, this is just the beginning of your recovery journey. A secret of life is not to be perfect but to be whole. Are you stuck in your behaviour, or need to achieve and maintain recovery? This is how change happens, one gesture, one person and one moment in time, take this opportunity. Get help! It's now or never and be empowered. Re-discover yourself. Be you. You didn't come this far to only come this far. Let me help you. You will face challenges head-on, be accountable and uncover new coping skills. Take the leap. Let this be the day you leap into the life you're meant to live..ready,set and fly!
I want you to learn to love yourself, this is just the beginning of your recovery journey. A secret of life is not to be perfect but to be whole. Are you stuck in your behaviour, or need to achieve and maintain recovery? This is how change happens, one gesture, one person and one moment in time, take this opportunity. Get help! It's now or never and be empowered. Re-discover yourself. Be you. You didn't come this far to only come this far. Let me help you. You will face challenges head-on, be accountable and uncover new coping skills. Take the leap. Let this be the day you leap into the life you're meant to live..ready,set and fly!
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Photo of Menanteaux Madeleine Olivier, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych., Psychologist
Menanteaux Madeleine Olivier
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Bloemfontein 9301
Life is full of ups and downs. In the end it is the journey that matters most and that teaches us the most. Psychotherapy offer an individual the opportunity to collaborate with a therapist to overcome any obstacles that are hindering their progress or growth. The process of therapy addresses emotional, relational, cognitive and occupational concerns. I collaborate with the client and personalise an approach most beneficial to the client. To me psychotherapy is a safe, non-judgemental and confidential space in which to explore and better understand yourself, your relationships, and the challenges or difficulties that you face.
Life is full of ups and downs. In the end it is the journey that matters most and that teaches us the most. Psychotherapy offer an individual the opportunity to collaborate with a therapist to overcome any obstacles that are hindering their progress or growth. The process of therapy addresses emotional, relational, cognitive and occupational concerns. I collaborate with the client and personalise an approach most beneficial to the client. To me psychotherapy is a safe, non-judgemental and confidential space in which to explore and better understand yourself, your relationships, and the challenges or difficulties that you face.
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Karla Badenhorst
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Bloemfontein 9301
Sometimes life's challenges become too overwhelming for us to deal with on our own. In those moments, therapy can be a safe space to process what is happening and to learn new ways of coping. It's a journey - and reaching out is the first step.
Sometimes life's challenges become too overwhelming for us to deal with on our own. In those moments, therapy can be a safe space to process what is happening and to learn new ways of coping. It's a journey - and reaching out is the first step.
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Lizette Muller Psychology Practice (Pty) Ltd
Psychologist, MSc, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bloemfontein 9301
Asking for help might be the bravest thing you ever do! Life is a journey that might be hard and even overwhelming sometimes. You may feel stuck and lose all hope. I can provide a safe space where I will listen with empathy and compassion to your life story and help you to make sense of your journey and to heal and grow. Discovering the strengths that lie within yourself can be a rewarding process that will equip you to deal more effectively with life's challenges.
Asking for help might be the bravest thing you ever do! Life is a journey that might be hard and even overwhelming sometimes. You may feel stuck and lose all hope. I can provide a safe space where I will listen with empathy and compassion to your life story and help you to make sense of your journey and to heal and grow. Discovering the strengths that lie within yourself can be a rewarding process that will equip you to deal more effectively with life's challenges.
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Marshal Buti Mokoena
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Bloemfontein 9323
A highly trained, experienced and professional Clinical Psychologist who can offer empathetic assistance and support with a wide range of psychosocial issues affecting individuals, couples, families and groups in various settings
A highly trained, experienced and professional Clinical Psychologist who can offer empathetic assistance and support with a wide range of psychosocial issues affecting individuals, couples, families and groups in various settings
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Simoné Vink
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Bloemfontein 9301
As a Clinical Psychologist, I feel passionate about helping individuals discover their strengths, cope with daily challenges, and assist them in coping with or working through emotional distress in a safe environment. I offer play therapy to children 4-12 years of age and psychotherapy to adolescents and adults.
As a Clinical Psychologist, I feel passionate about helping individuals discover their strengths, cope with daily challenges, and assist them in coping with or working through emotional distress in a safe environment. I offer play therapy to children 4-12 years of age and psychotherapy to adolescents and adults.
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Nico Venter
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Bloemfontein 9301
We are entering a time of the year when many people struggle emotionally. September to December is often associated with difficult times. Various factors can contribute to this, including burnout from work. One might feel alone and feel like one should be dealing with mental health difficulties alone, but therapy can assist you in dealing with these difficulties. The thought of therapy can be intimidating, but it is a rewarding process of self-discovery and understanding yourself better to deal with the challenges of life.
We are entering a time of the year when many people struggle emotionally. September to December is often associated with difficult times. Various factors can contribute to this, including burnout from work. One might feel alone and feel like one should be dealing with mental health difficulties alone, but therapy can assist you in dealing with these difficulties. The thought of therapy can be intimidating, but it is a rewarding process of self-discovery and understanding yourself better to deal with the challenges of life.
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Hayley Frances Bredberg
General Counsellor
Verified Verified
Bloemfontein 9300  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with personal/gender/sexual identity, low self-esteem, addiction, ADHD/ASD symptoms, anxiety, anger, or emotional dysregulation? I want to help you figure it out. Do you need to find ways to deal with your trauma, process past events, set boundaries in relationships, find meaning, and take care of yourself better? Let's process together. Your goals are my goals. And if you don't know what your goals are yet, we can figure that out together too. I want you to feel empowered. And I want you to want to feel empowered!
Are you struggling with personal/gender/sexual identity, low self-esteem, addiction, ADHD/ASD symptoms, anxiety, anger, or emotional dysregulation? I want to help you figure it out. Do you need to find ways to deal with your trauma, process past events, set boundaries in relationships, find meaning, and take care of yourself better? Let's process together. Your goals are my goals. And if you don't know what your goals are yet, we can figure that out together too. I want you to feel empowered. And I want you to want to feel empowered!
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Melloney Smith
General Counsellor
Verified Verified
Bloemfontein 9301  (Online Only)
I am a counsellor who helps others reach their goals and work through trauma, I help others by guiding them in the right direction and assisting them with self-discovery. I help with your emotions and self-expression and assist you with new ways to express your emotions. I serve the public, adults, and children. Anyone who reaches out for help deserves to be helped to the best of my ability. Mental and emotional health is what I focus on, and I find the best therapy method for every client. I'm a loyal and open person. I aim to empower others, help them grow, and reach their full potential.
I am a counsellor who helps others reach their goals and work through trauma, I help others by guiding them in the right direction and assisting them with self-discovery. I help with your emotions and self-expression and assist you with new ways to express your emotions. I serve the public, adults, and children. Anyone who reaches out for help deserves to be helped to the best of my ability. Mental and emotional health is what I focus on, and I find the best therapy method for every client. I'm a loyal and open person. I aim to empower others, help them grow, and reach their full potential.
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Marietha Ackerman
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Bloemfontein 9301
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Vuyolwethu Bavuyise Mtshengu
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Willows 9320
Our services include child, adult, couple, and medico-legal assessments and psychotherapy. All medical aids and cash payments are accepted. Let us know how we could be of service
Our services include child, adult, couple, and medico-legal assessments and psychotherapy. All medical aids and cash payments are accepted. Let us know how we could be of service
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Online Therapists

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Mmapula Moalusi
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Kimberley 8301
I am a Clinical Psychologist working with individuals, couples, families with various issues such as depression, anxiety, work-related stressors, adjustment issues, bereavement, trauma etc.
I am a Clinical Psychologist working with individuals, couples, families with various issues such as depression, anxiety, work-related stressors, adjustment issues, bereavement, trauma etc.
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Bipolar Disorder Counsellors

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.