Bipolar Disorder Therapists in Waterloo, ON
Daniel Bader
Registered Social Worker, PhD, RSW, MSW, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2J
I specialize in bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, addiction, obsessive-compulsive disorder, grief, and spiritual counselling.
I believe that a fulfilling life comes from integrating all parts of ourselves: our beliefs, our emotions, our behaviour, and our relationships. Forming a strong relationship with my clients, I help them to discover where their strengths lie, and how best to apply them to the areas that need more attention.
I specialize in bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, addiction, obsessive-compulsive disorder, grief, and spiritual counselling.
I believe that a fulfilling life comes from integrating all parts of ourselves: our beliefs, our emotions, our behaviour, and our relationships. Forming a strong relationship with my clients, I help them to discover where their strengths lie, and how best to apply them to the areas that need more attention.
A safe and accepting environment is key to growth and change. Effective therapy allows people of all ages to rise to challenge by accomplishing goals. I am a registered therapist who provides confidential counselling to children, teens, adults and families in the K-W area. I am privledged to work with people through their most challenging times. My clients voice that they know I am geniune and sincere. I have specialized training and experience in working with people coping with family conflict, parenting, low self esteem, bullying, abuse, grief and loss, anger management, stress management, trauma, anxiety, depression and bipolar disorder.
A safe and accepting environment is key to growth and change. Effective therapy allows people of all ages to rise to challenge by accomplishing goals. I am a registered therapist who provides confidential counselling to children, teens, adults and families in the K-W area. I am privledged to work with people through their most challenging times. My clients voice that they know I am geniune and sincere. I have specialized training and experience in working with people coping with family conflict, parenting, low self esteem, bullying, abuse, grief and loss, anger management, stress management, trauma, anxiety, depression and bipolar disorder.
Mariana is a dedicated psychotherapist who specializes in providing empathetic support to those who are navigating anxiety, mood disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder, and challenges related to unhelpful thinking patterns, low motivation, navigating life transitions, and problematic coping strategies. With a strong foundation in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and emotion-regulation skills, Mariana integrates these approaches to help you reach meaningful change and emotional well-being.
Mariana is a dedicated psychotherapist who specializes in providing empathetic support to those who are navigating anxiety, mood disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder, and challenges related to unhelpful thinking patterns, low motivation, navigating life transitions, and problematic coping strategies. With a strong foundation in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and emotion-regulation skills, Mariana integrates these approaches to help you reach meaningful change and emotional well-being.
Welcome to the Waterloo CBT Clinic! Our therapists and psychologists provide you with compassion and understanding, while at the same time teaching you the skills you need to achieve your treatment goals. We provide diagnostic assessment and treatment to children, adolescents, adults and couples experiencing a wide range of mental health difficulties. Our areas of expertise include generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety, phobias, health anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, depression, bipolar disorder, stress, insomnia, post-traumatic stress, and chronic pain.
Welcome to the Waterloo CBT Clinic! Our therapists and psychologists provide you with compassion and understanding, while at the same time teaching you the skills you need to achieve your treatment goals. We provide diagnostic assessment and treatment to children, adolescents, adults and couples experiencing a wide range of mental health difficulties. Our areas of expertise include generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety, phobias, health anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, depression, bipolar disorder, stress, insomnia, post-traumatic stress, and chronic pain.
Sandra Tocitu
Registered Social Worker, BSc, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2J
Hello and welcome to my page. Clients often seek me out for help with their anxiety, depression, trauma, social anxiety, panic, family and parenting difficulties, pre-natal and post-partum challenges, domestic violence, addictions, relationship issues and motor vehicle rehabilitation therapy. I have over 10 years experience supporting children and adults in complex mental health and challenging family circumstances. I am certified in Circle of Security Parenting, I provide EMDR Therapy to youth and adults, and i am a member of the Arizona Trauma Institute.
Hello and welcome to my page. Clients often seek me out for help with their anxiety, depression, trauma, social anxiety, panic, family and parenting difficulties, pre-natal and post-partum challenges, domestic violence, addictions, relationship issues and motor vehicle rehabilitation therapy. I have over 10 years experience supporting children and adults in complex mental health and challenging family circumstances. I am certified in Circle of Security Parenting, I provide EMDR Therapy to youth and adults, and i am a member of the Arizona Trauma Institute.
Brooke Pickersgill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Waterloo, ON N2L (Online Only)
I have extensive experience working with both youth and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, addiction challenges, behavior challenges, emotion dysregulation and various other mental health struggles. In our work together, you will be supported through a compassionate, non-judgmental lens, where you are provided with supportive listening, validation, and somebody to bear witness for you in your experiences. We will work together as a team to identify barriers, build on strengths, and also help families gain insight and attunement for a holistic approach.
I have extensive experience working with both youth and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, addiction challenges, behavior challenges, emotion dysregulation and various other mental health struggles. In our work together, you will be supported through a compassionate, non-judgmental lens, where you are provided with supportive listening, validation, and somebody to bear witness for you in your experiences. We will work together as a team to identify barriers, build on strengths, and also help families gain insight and attunement for a holistic approach.
Jenny Lehmann
Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist, BA, BSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L
If you are reading this, you have already taken the most challenging step on your path to healing and growth, and that’s reaching out for support. It can be incredibly overwhelming starting to focus on your mental health and wanting to make changes but not knowing where to begin, this is where I come in. My commitment is to create a safe and supportive environment for all individuals and one that emphasizes growth and development in a non-judgemental manner to help support clients’ goals and ultimately living happy and meaningful lives.
If you are reading this, you have already taken the most challenging step on your path to healing and growth, and that’s reaching out for support. It can be incredibly overwhelming starting to focus on your mental health and wanting to make changes but not knowing where to begin, this is where I come in. My commitment is to create a safe and supportive environment for all individuals and one that emphasizes growth and development in a non-judgemental manner to help support clients’ goals and ultimately living happy and meaningful lives.
Lindsay Claire
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L
Waitlist for new clients
Think of me as an ear to listen, and a guide to walk beside you on your journey. I’m a busy working professional, married for 10 years, with small children. I have had my share of loss and trauma in my life. Counselling helped me through my difficult times, and now I’d like to help you.
Think of me as an ear to listen, and a guide to walk beside you on your journey. I’m a busy working professional, married for 10 years, with small children. I have had my share of loss and trauma in my life. Counselling helped me through my difficult times, and now I’d like to help you.
Karimeh Haddad
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BASc, MA, MA(c)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L
Challenges in our lives and our mental health are a part of our walk through life, but they don’t need to be dealt with alone. Karimeh has worked with individuals across the lifespan who struggled with many different diagnoses and health conditions while using culturally competent, inclusive, and evidence-based modalities. She is passionate about working side by side with you using a strengths-based approach to address the nature of your human experience while emphasizing kindness and compassion.
Challenges in our lives and our mental health are a part of our walk through life, but they don’t need to be dealt with alone. Karimeh has worked with individuals across the lifespan who struggled with many different diagnoses and health conditions while using culturally competent, inclusive, and evidence-based modalities. She is passionate about working side by side with you using a strengths-based approach to address the nature of your human experience while emphasizing kindness and compassion.
Gyeong Kim is an experienced therapist as he has practiced professional counselling more than 15 years in US, S. Korea, and Canada. In Canada, he has practiced psychotherapy since 2018. In U.S., he practiced as a Licensed Professional Counselor and Pastoral Counselor since 2010.
Gyeong Kim is an experienced therapist as he has practiced professional counselling more than 15 years in US, S. Korea, and Canada. In Canada, he has practiced psychotherapy since 2018. In U.S., he practiced as a Licensed Professional Counselor and Pastoral Counselor since 2010.
My general counselling and psychotherapy practice addresses the needs of individuals and families who arrive with a variety of life challenges. These may include depression, anxiety, loss and grief, unresolved traumatic stress, sexuality issues, life transitions, parenting struggles, relationship difficulties, and general concerns about life satisfaction.
My general counselling and psychotherapy practice addresses the needs of individuals and families who arrive with a variety of life challenges. These may include depression, anxiety, loss and grief, unresolved traumatic stress, sexuality issues, life transitions, parenting struggles, relationship difficulties, and general concerns about life satisfaction.
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Registered Psychotherapist, MSc, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2K
Is your mental health holding you back from the life you want? Do you often wonder why certain things trigger you, or how early life experiences shape your behavior today? I take a person-centered approach, allowing you to take the lead in your journey while I support and guide you toward positive change. I specialize in working with individuals who struggle with personality disorders, low self-worth, trauma, anxiety, and attachment wounds and ruptures. I believe that having a compassionate listener can be a powerful catalyst for transformation.
Is your mental health holding you back from the life you want? Do you often wonder why certain things trigger you, or how early life experiences shape your behavior today? I take a person-centered approach, allowing you to take the lead in your journey while I support and guide you toward positive change. I specialize in working with individuals who struggle with personality disorders, low self-worth, trauma, anxiety, and attachment wounds and ruptures. I believe that having a compassionate listener can be a powerful catalyst for transformation.
Transformation Counselling, In-Person & Online
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Waterloo, ON N2J
Transformation Counselling is Waterloo's largest in-person and online private counselling centre with over 25 registered psychotherapists and registered social workers to choose from. We offer personalized and inclusive counselling services for adults, teens, couples, and families in-person and online. Our goal is to help you find a therapist that's the right fit for you so that you can get the help you need sooner than later.
Transformation Counselling is Waterloo's largest in-person and online private counselling centre with over 25 registered psychotherapists and registered social workers to choose from. We offer personalized and inclusive counselling services for adults, teens, couples, and families in-person and online. Our goal is to help you find a therapist that's the right fit for you so that you can get the help you need sooner than later.
Life is difficult. Complex circumstances hit us all, often resulting in a diminished ability for us to live life to its fullest. Unresolved emotional pain and trauma can give rise to depression, anger, anxiety, low self-esteem, and abuse of self and others. By Peaceful Waters therapists combine our professional training and our Christian faith to bring healing and restoration to spiritual, emotional, cognitive, behavioral, and relational hurts. We offer a safe, non-judgmental and empathetic environment, nourishing hope and healing, in which the whole person is valued, affirmed and empowered, not just to survive but to thrive.
Life is difficult. Complex circumstances hit us all, often resulting in a diminished ability for us to live life to its fullest. Unresolved emotional pain and trauma can give rise to depression, anger, anxiety, low self-esteem, and abuse of self and others. By Peaceful Waters therapists combine our professional training and our Christian faith to bring healing and restoration to spiritual, emotional, cognitive, behavioral, and relational hurts. We offer a safe, non-judgmental and empathetic environment, nourishing hope and healing, in which the whole person is valued, affirmed and empowered, not just to survive but to thrive.
Amanda Wilson
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RPQ, MACP, BA
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2T (Online Only)
Are you struggling with your mental health? I specialize in symptoms of anxiety, eating disorders, OCD, depression, body image, traumatic experiences, and life stressors. I also work with couples of any orientation, helping them to find the solutions that will enhance their relationship. I am here to lift that cloud of struggles, shine a light through and help you find the brighter side!
Are you struggling with your mental health? I specialize in symptoms of anxiety, eating disorders, OCD, depression, body image, traumatic experiences, and life stressors. I also work with couples of any orientation, helping them to find the solutions that will enhance their relationship. I am here to lift that cloud of struggles, shine a light through and help you find the brighter side!
The Delton Glebe Counselling Centre
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD, RP
Verified Verified
Waterloo, ON N2L
The Delton Glebe Counselling Centre is a multi-faith counselling agency committed to strengthening emotional and spiritual well-being. We are rooted in the belief that faith and spirituality are important resources for healing and change. We embrace diversity and cultural inclusivity and offer counselling to all individuals. We provide trained therapists who qualify for membership in the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.
The Delton Glebe Counselling Centre is a multi-faith counselling agency committed to strengthening emotional and spiritual well-being. We are rooted in the belief that faith and spirituality are important resources for healing and change. We embrace diversity and cultural inclusivity and offer counselling to all individuals. We provide trained therapists who qualify for membership in the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.
Monique Peats
Registered Social Worker, MTS-PC, MSW, RSW, OACCPP, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2J
As a Therapist, Registered Social Worker and co-founder of an internationally awarded recovery wellness program, my goal is to help you on your healing journey. I enjoy working with couples, individuals, youth, older children and families. I will collaboratively work alongside you using evidence informed theories to help you work through the things that are keeping you from living your best life. I believe that you are the expert in your life and that my role is to equip you with tools that will enable you to work through the issues that are most concerning.
As a Therapist, Registered Social Worker and co-founder of an internationally awarded recovery wellness program, my goal is to help you on your healing journey. I enjoy working with couples, individuals, youth, older children and families. I will collaboratively work alongside you using evidence informed theories to help you work through the things that are keeping you from living your best life. I believe that you are the expert in your life and that my role is to equip you with tools that will enable you to work through the issues that are most concerning.
Life is full of challenges. We don't always have a choice what challenges we face. But we can choose how we view or overcome these challenges. I believe that we each have our own reserve of resilience waiting to be tapped into. Most of the time we have the strength to face these challenges. Sometimes we reach out to our friends and family for support and that is all we need. At other times, these challenges can overwhelm us and our system of support. We feel alone and helpless. When you are ready for change, let me support you in embracing your challenges and turn them into opportunities to learn something new about yourself.
Life is full of challenges. We don't always have a choice what challenges we face. But we can choose how we view or overcome these challenges. I believe that we each have our own reserve of resilience waiting to be tapped into. Most of the time we have the strength to face these challenges. Sometimes we reach out to our friends and family for support and that is all we need. At other times, these challenges can overwhelm us and our system of support. We feel alone and helpless. When you are ready for change, let me support you in embracing your challenges and turn them into opportunities to learn something new about yourself.
Ghazala Fauzia
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, MA
Verified Verified
Waterloo, ON N2J (Online Only)
As a therapist, one of my most deeply held beliefs is that each of us has the potential to live our best life. We can do this when we learn how to remain calm and collected in stressful moments, identify and detach from unhelpful thought patterns, and develop the courage to change behaviours that keep us stuck in negative cycles. Sometimes we’re able to do this on our own, and other times - especially when we feel routinely overwhelmed, frustrated, anxious, and discouraged - we need someone to walk alongside us to help us figure out how to regain control of our emotions, rekindle our hope, and navigate life’s inevitable difficulties
As a therapist, one of my most deeply held beliefs is that each of us has the potential to live our best life. We can do this when we learn how to remain calm and collected in stressful moments, identify and detach from unhelpful thought patterns, and develop the courage to change behaviours that keep us stuck in negative cycles. Sometimes we’re able to do this on our own, and other times - especially when we feel routinely overwhelmed, frustrated, anxious, and discouraged - we need someone to walk alongside us to help us figure out how to regain control of our emotions, rekindle our hope, and navigate life’s inevitable difficulties
Dawn Brannigan Craig
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Waterloo, ON N2L (Online Only)
I am a clinical social worker providing individual, couple and family counselling for a wide array of concerns. The foundation of my practice is client-centred and relational. I firmly believe that for therapy to be most effective, a relationship must be established between the client and counsellor. I have 18 years of experience working with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, relationship issues, parenting skills, aging, and health concerns
I am a clinical social worker providing individual, couple and family counselling for a wide array of concerns. The foundation of my practice is client-centred and relational. I firmly believe that for therapy to be most effective, a relationship must be established between the client and counsellor. I have 18 years of experience working with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, relationship issues, parenting skills, aging, and health concerns
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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.