Bipolar Disorder Therapists in Victoria, BC
Alexine has years of experience working with unique and complex individuals from general psychiatry and community populations, spanning a wide range of ages. Working with a trauma informed foundation with a multi-modal approach allows for sessions to be individually tailored and collaborative. Alexine specializes in complex trauma, mood disorders with a focus on bipolar, emotional dysregulation, and anxiety.
Alexine has years of experience working with unique and complex individuals from general psychiatry and community populations, spanning a wide range of ages. Working with a trauma informed foundation with a multi-modal approach allows for sessions to be individually tailored and collaborative. Alexine specializes in complex trauma, mood disorders with a focus on bipolar, emotional dysregulation, and anxiety.
In my practice I work with adults (individuals, couples, families). My specialty areas include complex trauma & PTSD (with a focus on the impact of emotional/physical/sexual abuse in childhood & beyond), intimate relationships issues, depression, bipolar disorder, social anxiety, borderline personality, men's issues, parent-adult child conflict. I also help people navigate a wide range of challenges related to identity, relationship to self/others, parenting, stress. My recent training centres on integrating emotion-focused therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), & Trauma-Informed Stabilization Treatment (TIST).
In my practice I work with adults (individuals, couples, families). My specialty areas include complex trauma & PTSD (with a focus on the impact of emotional/physical/sexual abuse in childhood & beyond), intimate relationships issues, depression, bipolar disorder, social anxiety, borderline personality, men's issues, parent-adult child conflict. I also help people navigate a wide range of challenges related to identity, relationship to self/others, parenting, stress. My recent training centres on integrating emotion-focused therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), & Trauma-Informed Stabilization Treatment (TIST).
Jennifer Boundy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Victoria, BC V8S
Waitlist for new clients
jennifer draws on over 15yrs of experience providing counselling &practical supports to individuals &families navigating challenges such as life transitions, stress, anxiety &depression, trauma (including intergenerational trauma), systemic oppression, mental health diagnoses (psychosis, bipolar disorder, etc) &end of life. jennifer has worked in mental health, substance use &social services with diverse communities, including LGBTQQ2S+ folx, women, older adults, end of life, Indigenous folks, new immigrants &refugees. She is warm, positive, empathetic & collaborative **Pls note: NOT currently able to take couples**
jennifer draws on over 15yrs of experience providing counselling &practical supports to individuals &families navigating challenges such as life transitions, stress, anxiety &depression, trauma (including intergenerational trauma), systemic oppression, mental health diagnoses (psychosis, bipolar disorder, etc) &end of life. jennifer has worked in mental health, substance use &social services with diverse communities, including LGBTQQ2S+ folx, women, older adults, end of life, Indigenous folks, new immigrants &refugees. She is warm, positive, empathetic & collaborative **Pls note: NOT currently able to take couples**
Yamila Zimerman
Licensed Professional Counsellor, BA(Adv), MA, CCC, C-DBT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Victoria, BC V8T
I provide counselling to teens and adults (ages 12+) in English & Spanish. I work with individuals who struggle with depression, ADHD, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, trauma, BPD, bipolar, self-esteem issues, self-harm, emotion dysregulation, burnout, family conflict & chronic illness. I also work with couples who are looking to strengthen their relationship. Starting counselling and even trying to find a counsellor can be nerve-wracking, but you’re doing it! You took the first step! I have availability during the week in the daytime and evening. There is currently a waitlist for evening in-person appointments.
I provide counselling to teens and adults (ages 12+) in English & Spanish. I work with individuals who struggle with depression, ADHD, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, trauma, BPD, bipolar, self-esteem issues, self-harm, emotion dysregulation, burnout, family conflict & chronic illness. I also work with couples who are looking to strengthen their relationship. Starting counselling and even trying to find a counsellor can be nerve-wracking, but you’re doing it! You took the first step! I have availability during the week in the daytime and evening. There is currently a waitlist for evening in-person appointments.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, or other mental health issues? I am here to help you. I primarily offer therapy via videoconference or telephone to adults living in British Columbia. I have experience and enjoy working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and those with complex presentations. I am skilled at helping individuals manage depression, bipolar, generalized anxiety, social anxiety, panic disorder, obsessive, compulsive disorder, skin picking or hair pulling, psychosis, work stress and anxiety related to life changes.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, or other mental health issues? I am here to help you. I primarily offer therapy via videoconference or telephone to adults living in British Columbia. I have experience and enjoy working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and those with complex presentations. I am skilled at helping individuals manage depression, bipolar, generalized anxiety, social anxiety, panic disorder, obsessive, compulsive disorder, skin picking or hair pulling, psychosis, work stress and anxiety related to life changes.
I provide support as to small or big life challenges, varying forms of trauma, and an array of mental health conditions including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, etc.
Hello! If you or a loved one are looking to make the best of your current situation and/or feel stuck as to how to move forward in life, you can book a free 15 minute consultation with me to see if I can help. I provide counselling in both English and French online. My website: onaxiscounselling.com
I provide support as to small or big life challenges, varying forms of trauma, and an array of mental health conditions including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, etc.
Hello! If you or a loved one are looking to make the best of your current situation and/or feel stuck as to how to move forward in life, you can book a free 15 minute consultation with me to see if I can help. I provide counselling in both English and French online. My website: onaxiscounselling.com
I work with the following diagnosis; GAD, PTSD, Panic attacks, Grief, Trauma, Anger, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, ADHD, OCD, Sexual Abuse, Couples therapy, Do you feel frozen, anxious, only working at half capacity? Or....are you usually frustrated, angry, sad, confused? Or...are you mad at many people and situations, including your personal relationships? I use cognitive, emotive and somatic (body) approaches. My extensive experience has shown me that counseling with the SOMATIC aspect included usually gets the DEEPEST AND QUICKEST RESULTS. I am an SEP., Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, from Peter Levine's trauma work.
I work with the following diagnosis; GAD, PTSD, Panic attacks, Grief, Trauma, Anger, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, ADHD, OCD, Sexual Abuse, Couples therapy, Do you feel frozen, anxious, only working at half capacity? Or....are you usually frustrated, angry, sad, confused? Or...are you mad at many people and situations, including your personal relationships? I use cognitive, emotive and somatic (body) approaches. My extensive experience has shown me that counseling with the SOMATIC aspect included usually gets the DEEPEST AND QUICKEST RESULTS. I am an SEP., Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, from Peter Levine's trauma work.
Andrea has been a Registered Clinical Counsellor (British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors) and a Certified Canadian Counsellor with the Canadian Counselling & Psychotherapy Association. She received her Master of Counselling Psychology degree from Yorkville University in Fredricton, New Brunswick (August 2021). Her extensive experience working with individuals struggling with persistent mental health challenges in a peer support framework, sparked her desire to become a clinical counsellor. She supports solution-focused, client-centred, and recovery-oriented philosophies rooted in strength, growth, and resiliency.
Andrea has been a Registered Clinical Counsellor (British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors) and a Certified Canadian Counsellor with the Canadian Counselling & Psychotherapy Association. She received her Master of Counselling Psychology degree from Yorkville University in Fredricton, New Brunswick (August 2021). Her extensive experience working with individuals struggling with persistent mental health challenges in a peer support framework, sparked her desire to become a clinical counsellor. She supports solution-focused, client-centred, and recovery-oriented philosophies rooted in strength, growth, and resiliency.
I work with children, youth, and adults of all ages facing a range of challenges including anxiety, depression, gender and sexual identity, trauma, disordered eating, and obsessive-compulsive behaviors. I have a practice interest in working with gender-diverse and queer youth, as well as individuals who have experienced trauma.
I work with children, youth, and adults of all ages facing a range of challenges including anxiety, depression, gender and sexual identity, trauma, disordered eating, and obsessive-compulsive behaviors. I have a practice interest in working with gender-diverse and queer youth, as well as individuals who have experienced trauma.
Are you looking for a holistic and integrative therapist? Are you feeling anxious, stuck, frustrated, confused & wanting break free from old patterns? Are you wanting a deeper connection with yourself and within your relationships? Are you wanting to truly feel inspired again, and to make peace with your past? Are you wanting to explore something deeper than just traditional talk therapy and connect deeper with your body? An integrative therapeutic approach invites all parts of you to be a part of the process, and is a powerful way to help you on your healing journey.
Are you looking for a holistic and integrative therapist? Are you feeling anxious, stuck, frustrated, confused & wanting break free from old patterns? Are you wanting a deeper connection with yourself and within your relationships? Are you wanting to truly feel inspired again, and to make peace with your past? Are you wanting to explore something deeper than just traditional talk therapy and connect deeper with your body? An integrative therapeutic approach invites all parts of you to be a part of the process, and is a powerful way to help you on your healing journey.
Counselling is about connection. Many of us keep our struggles to ourselves, or try to navigate them alone. It can be very helpful to have a safe person to connect with. Maybe you have experienced a big life change, struggle with self-esteem, or feel overwhelmed by something in your life. You don't have to hold that in or go through it alone. If there are patterns in your life that you don't know how to change, if you want to know yourself better, or if there is something in your life that you want to take a closer look at, I would love to hear from you.
Counselling is about connection. Many of us keep our struggles to ourselves, or try to navigate them alone. It can be very helpful to have a safe person to connect with. Maybe you have experienced a big life change, struggle with self-esteem, or feel overwhelmed by something in your life. You don't have to hold that in or go through it alone. If there are patterns in your life that you don't know how to change, if you want to know yourself better, or if there is something in your life that you want to take a closer look at, I would love to hear from you.
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Hi, I'm Dizzy (they/them), a Registered Clinical Counsellor, Therapist, and The Program Director of Companion Planting Counselling, based on Lək̓ʷəŋən territory (Victoria, BC). As a trans, non-binary, and polyam queer person and professional, I understand the complexities of navigating intersecting identities. My goal is to create an inclusive space where every part of you is welcomed and supported. I combine my lived experience and professional training, and approach each session with empathy and openness. I am committed to exploring the unique challenges you face while I walk alongside you on your journey.
Hi, I'm Dizzy (they/them), a Registered Clinical Counsellor, Therapist, and The Program Director of Companion Planting Counselling, based on Lək̓ʷəŋən territory (Victoria, BC). As a trans, non-binary, and polyam queer person and professional, I understand the complexities of navigating intersecting identities. My goal is to create an inclusive space where every part of you is welcomed and supported. I combine my lived experience and professional training, and approach each session with empathy and openness. I am committed to exploring the unique challenges you face while I walk alongside you on your journey.
Beckham Ronaghan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW , RSW , BAH
Verified Verified
Victoria, BC V8R (Online Only)
I am currently only accepting new clients for my DBT weekly virtual skills group. Everyone has the ability to change. Traumatic experiences often leave us stuck in patterns that hold us back from enjoying life. With my clinical knowledge and personable approach, we will work together to figure out a plan forward. I am a Registered Social Worker with expertise in trauma treatment, concurrent disorders, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy. I am an advocate for and a member of the LGBTQ+ community and am passionate about working with individuals and families to strengthen relationships.
I am currently only accepting new clients for my DBT weekly virtual skills group. Everyone has the ability to change. Traumatic experiences often leave us stuck in patterns that hold us back from enjoying life. With my clinical knowledge and personable approach, we will work together to figure out a plan forward. I am a Registered Social Worker with expertise in trauma treatment, concurrent disorders, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy. I am an advocate for and a member of the LGBTQ+ community and am passionate about working with individuals and families to strengthen relationships.
I specialize in working with adults and teenagers experiencing depression and anxiety. I also work with people experiencing trauma, spiritual crisis, relationship issues, loneliness, problems due to medication, and stress in many forms. A block of time in my practice is kept open daily for those in crisis, who cannot find adequate support through the public system. I also work with couples wishing to heal relational concerns, and those with an inclination towards spiritual practice/life. I am LGBTQ2S+ friendly and welcome people from all faith backgrounds and walks of life. Sessions are available in-person, by email, and via video.
I specialize in working with adults and teenagers experiencing depression and anxiety. I also work with people experiencing trauma, spiritual crisis, relationship issues, loneliness, problems due to medication, and stress in many forms. A block of time in my practice is kept open daily for those in crisis, who cannot find adequate support through the public system. I also work with couples wishing to heal relational concerns, and those with an inclination towards spiritual practice/life. I am LGBTQ2S+ friendly and welcome people from all faith backgrounds and walks of life. Sessions are available in-person, by email, and via video.
I believe in the capacity of individuals to learn, change and grow. I am passionate about providing safe and effective therapy, rooted in the desire to understand and create opportunities for you to move closer to the life you want to live in the present moment. I endeavour to create a safe and collaborative space that is non-judgemental, inclusive, and trauma informed. Together we will work to understand your lived experience. We will explore how current and past challenges impact your life, the ways that you have adapted to these challenges and how you would like to be in relationship to yourself, others and the world around you.
I believe in the capacity of individuals to learn, change and grow. I am passionate about providing safe and effective therapy, rooted in the desire to understand and create opportunities for you to move closer to the life you want to live in the present moment. I endeavour to create a safe and collaborative space that is non-judgemental, inclusive, and trauma informed. Together we will work to understand your lived experience. We will explore how current and past challenges impact your life, the ways that you have adapted to these challenges and how you would like to be in relationship to yourself, others and the world around you.
Heartwood Counselling - Elana Angus
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, RCC
Verified Verified
Victoria, BC V8W
I work from a trauma-informed, healing-oriented perspective, integrating traditional teachings and modern, research-based psychotherapy. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, relationships, trauma, a crisis, or wanting something more from life, I welcome you for a free 20-minute consultation with me or another therapist in our clinic.
I work from a trauma-informed, healing-oriented perspective, integrating traditional teachings and modern, research-based psychotherapy. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, relationships, trauma, a crisis, or wanting something more from life, I welcome you for a free 20-minute consultation with me or another therapist in our clinic.
I am pleased to offer solution-based, action-oriented counselling to individuals, couples, and groups needing assistance with everyday problems. I am especially effective with those who wish to learn skills & strategies that will allow them to make healthy, sustainable changes. I tailor my therapeutic approach to suit your needs, and create a comfort zone where you can come home to your authentic self and the potential within. In other words, I help you get out of your own way! I also bring over 30 years of sports coaching experience to my practice as a psychologist in Victoria BC.
I am pleased to offer solution-based, action-oriented counselling to individuals, couples, and groups needing assistance with everyday problems. I am especially effective with those who wish to learn skills & strategies that will allow them to make healthy, sustainable changes. I tailor my therapeutic approach to suit your needs, and create a comfort zone where you can come home to your authentic self and the potential within. In other words, I help you get out of your own way! I also bring over 30 years of sports coaching experience to my practice as a psychologist in Victoria BC.
Located near Uvic, my practice continues to be working with children, youth and adults who are experiencing anxiety, ADHD, trauma and the behavioural outcomes that accompany these experiences. This includes working with families and the family system to create treatment and interventions that can aid the client and their family to develop a greater understanding of the causes and effects of their dynamics. I often build my counselling relationships with all family members, either individually or in small group sessions, to create a clear picture of the family dynamic we will be working with.
Located near Uvic, my practice continues to be working with children, youth and adults who are experiencing anxiety, ADHD, trauma and the behavioural outcomes that accompany these experiences. This includes working with families and the family system to create treatment and interventions that can aid the client and their family to develop a greater understanding of the causes and effects of their dynamics. I often build my counselling relationships with all family members, either individually or in small group sessions, to create a clear picture of the family dynamic we will be working with.
I am a Psychologist, registered with the College of Psychologists of British Columbia. I strive to provide a supportive and productive atmosphere in which clients can achieve meaningful growth and change. I believe that it is important to work together in creating a therapeutic relationship that is built on mutual respect, cooperation, and shared goals. Common treatment issues include depression, anxiety, stress, and interpersonal difficulties. My therapeutic approach is tailored to each individual's needs and includes cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) as well as mindfulness and emotion-focused interventions.
I am a Psychologist, registered with the College of Psychologists of British Columbia. I strive to provide a supportive and productive atmosphere in which clients can achieve meaningful growth and change. I believe that it is important to work together in creating a therapeutic relationship that is built on mutual respect, cooperation, and shared goals. Common treatment issues include depression, anxiety, stress, and interpersonal difficulties. My therapeutic approach is tailored to each individual's needs and includes cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) as well as mindfulness and emotion-focused interventions.
Jennifer Meikle
Counsellor, MC, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Victoria, BC V9E
Waitlist for new clients
Traumatic life events come in many forms. People feel powerless and groundless; often experiencing life on autopilot. If you experienced a traumatic event as a child or the care you received involved toxic amounts of stress, abuse or neglect, a variety of attachment wounds can interfere with your present-day relationships, parenting abilities, and general well-being. Experiencing loss, rejection, abandonment, abuse or neglect disrupts development and changes our focus to survival. There is no timeline for healing from trauma, but it is possible to recover and create the life you desire.
Traumatic life events come in many forms. People feel powerless and groundless; often experiencing life on autopilot. If you experienced a traumatic event as a child or the care you received involved toxic amounts of stress, abuse or neglect, a variety of attachment wounds can interfere with your present-day relationships, parenting abilities, and general well-being. Experiencing loss, rejection, abandonment, abuse or neglect disrupts development and changes our focus to survival. There is no timeline for healing from trauma, but it is possible to recover and create the life you desire.
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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.