Bipolar Disorder Therapists in Niagara on the Lake, ON
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Hope Restored Counselling specializes in anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, management of bipolar disorder, life transitions.
I have 20 years of experience in treating individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, trauma and grief. Counselling takes place in a safe and therapeutic environment. Developing a relationship with my clients to engage in evidenced-based therapy techniques that have been established as effective and successful in regaining hope in your lives. These techniques can help you experience increased emotional health and wellness. I have a strong interest in trauma work. Sessions are tailored to your specific strengths, needs and values, exploring the impact of our experiences on our current life situation.
Hope Restored Counselling specializes in anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, management of bipolar disorder, life transitions.
I have 20 years of experience in treating individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, trauma and grief. Counselling takes place in a safe and therapeutic environment. Developing a relationship with my clients to engage in evidenced-based therapy techniques that have been established as effective and successful in regaining hope in your lives. These techniques can help you experience increased emotional health and wellness. I have a strong interest in trauma work. Sessions are tailored to your specific strengths, needs and values, exploring the impact of our experiences on our current life situation.
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Aksana Kavaliova
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MTA, MACP, MMT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Niagara on the Lake, ON L0S
Do you feel lost, in pain, or just want to work on your growth, self-development and self-esteem? Did you experience trauma (or traumas), grief, and feel stuck? Are you a survivor of violence, abuse, and feel like you will never feel better? Or are you a parent whose child is experiencing mental health issues, or struggling developmentally? Are you a caregiver of a family member with terminal illness or deteriorating condition? Did you try traditional "talk therapies" and feel that you may try something different? I will be happy to meet you and find ways to facilitate changes in your life. I believe Incan help you.
Do you feel lost, in pain, or just want to work on your growth, self-development and self-esteem? Did you experience trauma (or traumas), grief, and feel stuck? Are you a survivor of violence, abuse, and feel like you will never feel better? Or are you a parent whose child is experiencing mental health issues, or struggling developmentally? Are you a caregiver of a family member with terminal illness or deteriorating condition? Did you try traditional "talk therapies" and feel that you may try something different? I will be happy to meet you and find ways to facilitate changes in your life. I believe Incan help you.
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The Dot Canada
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, MSW
Verified Verified
Niagara on the Lake, ON L0S (Online Only)
If you're feeling disconnected, distracted, and detached from your life, it may be time to look at why. Why can't I connect, why am I not able to just "get over" my past, or why does it all feel so meaningless? Maybe there are other questions, like “what am I doing with my life” or “who do I want to be?”. It’s okay to take time that's just for you, to look at your life and see both the big picture and explore the often overlooked details. With the right support, you can feel more present, connected, and in control of your life.
If you're feeling disconnected, distracted, and detached from your life, it may be time to look at why. Why can't I connect, why am I not able to just "get over" my past, or why does it all feel so meaningless? Maybe there are other questions, like “what am I doing with my life” or “who do I want to be?”. It’s okay to take time that's just for you, to look at your life and see both the big picture and explore the often overlooked details. With the right support, you can feel more present, connected, and in control of your life.
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Jacqueline Quiquero
Registered Social Worker, BaASc, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Niagara on the Lake, ON L0S (Online Only)
Feeling stuck in symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma or grief? Want to make change but don’t know where to start? When choosing a therapist, the right fit is an important step in taking the lead in your journey towards healing and recovery. I provide a non-judgemental, relaxed space that helps you to acknowledge the impact of mental health and wellness on other aspects of your life.
Feeling stuck in symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma or grief? Want to make change but don’t know where to start? When choosing a therapist, the right fit is an important step in taking the lead in your journey towards healing and recovery. I provide a non-judgemental, relaxed space that helps you to acknowledge the impact of mental health and wellness on other aspects of your life.
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From my office located in Thorold, Ontario, I offer psychological assessment and counselling services for individuals over 18 years of age. I provide counselling services for difficulties related to anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stress, grief/loss, life transitions, work-related issues, trauma and relationship concerns.
From my office located in Thorold, Ontario, I offer psychological assessment and counselling services for individuals over 18 years of age. I provide counselling services for difficulties related to anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stress, grief/loss, life transitions, work-related issues, trauma and relationship concerns.
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George Nicolaidi
Registered Social Worker, MEd, RSW, OAMHP
Verified Verified
Saint Catharines, ON L2R
Coming to the realization that reaching out for help is necessary, can be both cathartic and scary. Choosing a counsellor also has its challenges of being the right one. A positive therapeutic bond,or fit with a counsellor,can affect the outcome of the experience. It has been my privilege to help thousands of individuals, couples and groups throughout my lengthy career of 33+ years in Child Welfare, private practise and university settings. I have learned that although we share human experiences our uniqueness sets us apart from others. I treat my clients respectfully, with care and unconditional positive regard and advocacy.
Coming to the realization that reaching out for help is necessary, can be both cathartic and scary. Choosing a counsellor also has its challenges of being the right one. A positive therapeutic bond,or fit with a counsellor,can affect the outcome of the experience. It has been my privilege to help thousands of individuals, couples and groups throughout my lengthy career of 33+ years in Child Welfare, private practise and university settings. I have learned that although we share human experiences our uniqueness sets us apart from others. I treat my clients respectfully, with care and unconditional positive regard and advocacy.
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Jessica VanWyngaarden
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint Catharines, ON L2R
Welcome! I’m glad you are here as it can be really difficult to reach out for help. I support individuals in working through stress, anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidal ideation, self-esteem issues, relationship conflict, grief and loss, history of trauma, domestic violence, and abuse. I have extensive experience working with individuals of all ages and phases of life who are in crisis or who have been struggling for a long time.
Welcome! I’m glad you are here as it can be really difficult to reach out for help. I support individuals in working through stress, anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidal ideation, self-esteem issues, relationship conflict, grief and loss, history of trauma, domestic violence, and abuse. I have extensive experience working with individuals of all ages and phases of life who are in crisis or who have been struggling for a long time.
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Ashley White
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, ACD, BA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Saint Catharines, ON L2R
Welcome! It takes courage and strength to reach out, and I am so glad that you're here. I am passionate about building a secure, and supportive relationship where you feel safe to identify and explore experiences and core beliefs that may have you feeling 'stuck' in life. I have an eclectic and engaging approach that honours you as the expert in your own life, and as such, focuses on creating an individualized treatment plan. We will utilize modalities (such as IFS and Brainspotting) that empower you to identify and achieve your healing goals, increase your self-awareness, and ultimately support you in overcoming life’s challenges.
Welcome! It takes courage and strength to reach out, and I am so glad that you're here. I am passionate about building a secure, and supportive relationship where you feel safe to identify and explore experiences and core beliefs that may have you feeling 'stuck' in life. I have an eclectic and engaging approach that honours you as the expert in your own life, and as such, focuses on creating an individualized treatment plan. We will utilize modalities (such as IFS and Brainspotting) that empower you to identify and achieve your healing goals, increase your self-awareness, and ultimately support you in overcoming life’s challenges.
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Lee-Ann Smith
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint Catharines, ON L2R
Hello and thank you for reading my counselling profile. I hope to be able to assist you to reach your goals, overcome hardships, instill motivation so that you can be the best version of yourself.
Hello and thank you for reading my counselling profile. I hope to be able to assist you to reach your goals, overcome hardships, instill motivation so that you can be the best version of yourself.
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Martin Atanasovski
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP, CTIC
Verified Verified
Saint Catharines, ON L2R
I am dedicated to a holistic integrative approach to provide clients with somatic, experiential, and evidence based treatments with a goal of integrating the mind and body as part of the healing process. I have experience working with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, emotion dysregulation, borderline personality disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder, trauma, attachment issues, and grief. I am also a native Macedonian speaker.
I am dedicated to a holistic integrative approach to provide clients with somatic, experiential, and evidence based treatments with a goal of integrating the mind and body as part of the healing process. I have experience working with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, emotion dysregulation, borderline personality disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder, trauma, attachment issues, and grief. I am also a native Macedonian speaker.
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Dan Silver Social Work Professional Corporation
422500, RSW, MScEd, BSW, GDM
Verified Verified
Welland, ON L3B
Dan employs common sense strategies that allow his clients to implement new ways of seeing the world in a positive light. He'll tell you that the most powerful tool on earth is the human mind but nobody ever gave us the operations manual. Dan sees himself as a mechanic of sorts, offering information from the minds operational handbook, allowing his clients to switch off the auto pilot and switch on their self determination to overcome adversity and accomplish more. Dan won't shy away from politically incorrect responses and thanks you, in advance, for your confidence.
Dan employs common sense strategies that allow his clients to implement new ways of seeing the world in a positive light. He'll tell you that the most powerful tool on earth is the human mind but nobody ever gave us the operations manual. Dan sees himself as a mechanic of sorts, offering information from the minds operational handbook, allowing his clients to switch off the auto pilot and switch on their self determination to overcome adversity and accomplish more. Dan won't shy away from politically incorrect responses and thanks you, in advance, for your confidence.
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Julietta Ferrara
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified Verified
Saint Catharines, ON L2R
My approach to therapy is collaborative, person-centred, and authentic. I believe in the importance of unconditional positive regard. I offer support with navigating depressive mood, anxiousness, stress, self-harm, grief and trauma. I have experience working with adolescents and adults as they navigate difficult transitions and develop skills for emotional regulation. I've worked in the corrections environment with male offenders. I believe that human connection makes change possible.
My approach to therapy is collaborative, person-centred, and authentic. I believe in the importance of unconditional positive regard. I offer support with navigating depressive mood, anxiousness, stress, self-harm, grief and trauma. I have experience working with adolescents and adults as they navigate difficult transitions and develop skills for emotional regulation. I've worked in the corrections environment with male offenders. I believe that human connection makes change possible.
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Ryan Andres
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW, BSc
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Saint Catharines, ON L2R
Do you feel stuck? Always thinking of worst-case scenarios, how things "should" be, or only seeing the negative in yourself, others, and the world/future? Struggling with feelings of anxiety, sadness, anger, shame, or hopelessness? Trapped in disappointing relationships? Do you want to make meaningful changes in your life? You don’t have to do it alone. Therapy can be an effective way to make these changes and more. You can learn to see yourself, others, and your future in a new way. I am here to work with you towards your unique needs and goals.
Do you feel stuck? Always thinking of worst-case scenarios, how things "should" be, or only seeing the negative in yourself, others, and the world/future? Struggling with feelings of anxiety, sadness, anger, shame, or hopelessness? Trapped in disappointing relationships? Do you want to make meaningful changes in your life? You don’t have to do it alone. Therapy can be an effective way to make these changes and more. You can learn to see yourself, others, and your future in a new way. I am here to work with you towards your unique needs and goals.
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Hello and welcome to Medical Psychotherapy! Our practice focuses on supporting individuals living with complex mental health experiences (e.g., mood challenges, anxiety, trauma, chronic pain, functional neurological conditions, PNES) and those experiencing emotional and cognitive difficulties following neurological change (e.g., stroke, multiple sclerosis, brain injury, mild cognitive impairment, dementia). Our team provides specialized neuropsychological assessment to help you understand your brain, with all of your strengths and challenges. Our assessments guide our evidence-informed psychotherapy and neurorehabilitation services.
Hello and welcome to Medical Psychotherapy! Our practice focuses on supporting individuals living with complex mental health experiences (e.g., mood challenges, anxiety, trauma, chronic pain, functional neurological conditions, PNES) and those experiencing emotional and cognitive difficulties following neurological change (e.g., stroke, multiple sclerosis, brain injury, mild cognitive impairment, dementia). Our team provides specialized neuropsychological assessment to help you understand your brain, with all of your strengths and challenges. Our assessments guide our evidence-informed psychotherapy and neurorehabilitation services.
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Grounding Balance Wellness & Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Thorold, ON L2V
We are accepting new Clients! Supporting individuals, family, parents, mentors in their journey. This experience is about you. We can provide tools, suggestions, feedback and guidance in working towards your goals and making healthy changes.
We are accepting new Clients! Supporting individuals, family, parents, mentors in their journey. This experience is about you. We can provide tools, suggestions, feedback and guidance in working towards your goals and making healthy changes.
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Having the same old argument with your partner that never gets resolved? Men are you wrestling with down and persistent sad thoughts which keeps you up at night, and can't focus at work during the day? I am a registered psychotherapist, who has been working with individuals, groups, and couples for over 20 years. I help couples understand their problems, improve their communication, in order to reconnect to the love that first brought them together. For men, I can help to regain your confidence at home and work. For work groups, I can administer and walk you through assessments that will help you develop and work better as a team.
Having the same old argument with your partner that never gets resolved? Men are you wrestling with down and persistent sad thoughts which keeps you up at night, and can't focus at work during the day? I am a registered psychotherapist, who has been working with individuals, groups, and couples for over 20 years. I help couples understand their problems, improve their communication, in order to reconnect to the love that first brought them together. For men, I can help to regain your confidence at home and work. For work groups, I can administer and walk you through assessments that will help you develop and work better as a team.
West Niagara Psychology Centre
Psychologist, PhD, C, Psych
Verified Verified
Saint Catharines, ON L2R
Psychologists and clinicians at the West Niagara Psychology Centre provide psychological assessment and treatment services to children, adolescents, and adults, including individual, marital, and group therapy and comprehensive developmental and psychological assessments. We provide client centred services that focus on the individual needs of the clients and their families.
Psychologists and clinicians at the West Niagara Psychology Centre provide psychological assessment and treatment services to children, adolescents, and adults, including individual, marital, and group therapy and comprehensive developmental and psychological assessments. We provide client centred services that focus on the individual needs of the clients and their families.
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Lynn Baxter and Associates Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, BAPsych, CCht, ACC, CNLPP
Verified Verified
Saint Catharines, ON L2R
It is highly unlikely that anyone gets through life without some type of challenge at some time in his or her life. Individuals who seek therapy are serious about addressing these challenges in order to live a more balanced, fulfilling life. We work with our clients to first understand the issue, explore options and to form new understanding of themselves and their experience. We view our work with our clients as highly valuable and of critical importance to the overall health and stability throughout the lifespan.
It is highly unlikely that anyone gets through life without some type of challenge at some time in his or her life. Individuals who seek therapy are serious about addressing these challenges in order to live a more balanced, fulfilling life. We work with our clients to first understand the issue, explore options and to form new understanding of themselves and their experience. We view our work with our clients as highly valuable and of critical importance to the overall health and stability throughout the lifespan.
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Natalie Phelan
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, BHSc, (OT), RegOn, RP
Verified Verified
Saint Catharines, ON L2S
Taking the step to talk to a therapist can be difficult, but if you find yourself contemplating this, I would encourage you to take the next step and reach out. It is not easy to go through difficult times on your own and having an experienced therapist to help guide you, provide you with alternative perspectives, develop coping strategies, or challenge you in your thoughts or behaviour patterns can really help to gain some ground in feeling better and working through life’s hard times. I am an experienced therapist with over twenty years experience working with people in a variety of situations.
Taking the step to talk to a therapist can be difficult, but if you find yourself contemplating this, I would encourage you to take the next step and reach out. It is not easy to go through difficult times on your own and having an experienced therapist to help guide you, provide you with alternative perspectives, develop coping strategies, or challenge you in your thoughts or behaviour patterns can really help to gain some ground in feeling better and working through life’s hard times. I am an experienced therapist with over twenty years experience working with people in a variety of situations.
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Tyler Harris
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, OAMHP, MACP, BA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Welland, ON L3B (Online Only)
In my work, I think about the honour it is to support people on their mental health journey. It is hard enough to reach out for support and thank you for checking out my profile. Clients who come to see me have various goals that they wish to work on. Many of my clients seek me for support with trauma, anxiety, depression, or various other mental health concerns. A lot of times, I work with people on ways to increase the quality of life and support their various mental health goals. In fact, I use the "whatever it takes" method, meaning I am happy to do whatever it takes to support your goals. It's a real method, check it out!
In my work, I think about the honour it is to support people on their mental health journey. It is hard enough to reach out for support and thank you for checking out my profile. Clients who come to see me have various goals that they wish to work on. Many of my clients seek me for support with trauma, anxiety, depression, or various other mental health concerns. A lot of times, I work with people on ways to increase the quality of life and support their various mental health goals. In fact, I use the "whatever it takes" method, meaning I am happy to do whatever it takes to support your goals. It's a real method, check it out!
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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.