Bipolar Disorder Therapists in Calabasas, CA
Sara Vicendese & Associates
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calabasas, CA 91302
At UCLA, I was trained in the clinical assessment of mood disorders (specializing in bipolar disorder) and Exposure with Response Prevention (ERP) for severe anxiety disorders.
Are you experiencing feelings of anxiety or depression? Is your mood affecting your relationships or career? Sometimes life's challenges become difficult to overcome alone. I offer free phone consultations to see if my practice might be the right fit for your needs. I have diverse training and experience working with adults, adolescents, couples and families. While there are no guarantees of what you will experience, therapy has shown significant benefits for most people who go through it. And being here, on this site, is an important first step.
At UCLA, I was trained in the clinical assessment of mood disorders (specializing in bipolar disorder) and Exposure with Response Prevention (ERP) for severe anxiety disorders.
Are you experiencing feelings of anxiety or depression? Is your mood affecting your relationships or career? Sometimes life's challenges become difficult to overcome alone. I offer free phone consultations to see if my practice might be the right fit for your needs. I have diverse training and experience working with adults, adolescents, couples and families. While there are no guarantees of what you will experience, therapy has shown significant benefits for most people who go through it. And being here, on this site, is an important first step.
She has extensive experience in working with a wide range of behavioral health issues including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, and trauma.
Yasaman Sharifi is a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist in California who has been practicing since 2017. Yasaman works to identify and work through barriers currently affecting the individual’s and family’s functioning capacity. She has more than eight years of experience working with individuals, families, and children in community-based, school-based, and private practice settings working as a Marriage Family Therapist, and over 20 years of working as a Clinical Hypnotherapist. Her training includes using TFCBT, CBT, DBT, PTSD, solution-focused, Narrative as well as client-centered and motivational interviewing.
She has extensive experience in working with a wide range of behavioral health issues including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, and trauma.
Yasaman Sharifi is a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist in California who has been practicing since 2017. Yasaman works to identify and work through barriers currently affecting the individual’s and family’s functioning capacity. She has more than eight years of experience working with individuals, families, and children in community-based, school-based, and private practice settings working as a Marriage Family Therapist, and over 20 years of working as a Clinical Hypnotherapist. Her training includes using TFCBT, CBT, DBT, PTSD, solution-focused, Narrative as well as client-centered and motivational interviewing.
I am a therapist with years of experience helping people overcome the challenges of mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, psychosis, OCD, and more. Through evidenced-based therapies and a compassionate approach, I work with patients to develop effective coping strategies, learn their strengths, and build resilience. I aim to mirror the goodness that is already within you to help you achieve a more fulfilling life. Although I have experience with many different psychiatric conditions, in private practice I focus on patients and their struggles with anxiety, depression, bipolar, OCD, PTSD, and relationship issues.
I am a therapist with years of experience helping people overcome the challenges of mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, psychosis, OCD, and more. Through evidenced-based therapies and a compassionate approach, I work with patients to develop effective coping strategies, learn their strengths, and build resilience. I aim to mirror the goodness that is already within you to help you achieve a more fulfilling life. Although I have experience with many different psychiatric conditions, in private practice I focus on patients and their struggles with anxiety, depression, bipolar, OCD, PTSD, and relationship issues.
Nicole Esther McCarthy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Calabasas, CA 91301 (Online Only)
I have expertise with trauma and PTSD, survivors of abuse, survivors of institutional abuse, domestic violence, grief, bipolar, substance abuse, caregiver support, gay issues and career change.
We all reach emotional crossroads in our lives and often need guidance from a professional. I am warm and caring and provide a non-judgmental atmosphere while assertively providing feedback. I help families and couples resolve conflicts and teach the art of appreciation and gratitude. I utilize a variety of treatment approaches. Do you "feel lost in the world." Do you have a tendency to take out your frustrations with the ones you love the most? My name is Nicole McCarthy, LCSW and I have over 20 years of experience working with adolescents, families, couples and adults across the life span.
I have expertise with trauma and PTSD, survivors of abuse, survivors of institutional abuse, domestic violence, grief, bipolar, substance abuse, caregiver support, gay issues and career change.
We all reach emotional crossroads in our lives and often need guidance from a professional. I am warm and caring and provide a non-judgmental atmosphere while assertively providing feedback. I help families and couples resolve conflicts and teach the art of appreciation and gratitude. I utilize a variety of treatment approaches. Do you "feel lost in the world." Do you have a tendency to take out your frustrations with the ones you love the most? My name is Nicole McCarthy, LCSW and I have over 20 years of experience working with adolescents, families, couples and adults across the life span.
My approach to therapy is to look at your unique character traits and circumstances and design treatment to meet your specific needs. I have been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist since 2009 and have a wide range of expertise in anxiety disorders, PTSD, panic disorder, depression, OCD, borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, life transitions and couples/marital therapy. I have specialized training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, PTSD (Somatic Experiencing and BASE), and Gestalt therapy.
My approach to therapy is to look at your unique character traits and circumstances and design treatment to meet your specific needs. I have been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist since 2009 and have a wide range of expertise in anxiety disorders, PTSD, panic disorder, depression, OCD, borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, life transitions and couples/marital therapy. I have specialized training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, PTSD (Somatic Experiencing and BASE), and Gestalt therapy.
Kathryn Ann Vaclavik
Marriage & Family Therapist, JD, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Calabasas, CA 91302
I specialize in depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, neurodiversity, and trauma (e.g., physical/sexual/emotional abuse, abandonment, rape, assault, and accidents), including trauma-related disorders like PTSD, eating disorders, and self-harm. I also specialize in separation/divorce, including divorce mediation, negotiating parenting plans, co-parenting therapy, child therapy, and conjoint therapy in resist/refuse cases. My 20+ years experience as a former attorney informs my work in separation/divorce cases and with clients otherwise involved in the legal system. I also do expert witness work in cases within my specialty areas.
I specialize in depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, neurodiversity, and trauma (e.g., physical/sexual/emotional abuse, abandonment, rape, assault, and accidents), including trauma-related disorders like PTSD, eating disorders, and self-harm. I also specialize in separation/divorce, including divorce mediation, negotiating parenting plans, co-parenting therapy, child therapy, and conjoint therapy in resist/refuse cases. My 20+ years experience as a former attorney informs my work in separation/divorce cases and with clients otherwise involved in the legal system. I also do expert witness work in cases within my specialty areas.
Dr. Riedle completed her bachelor's degree in psychology at the University of Wisconsin, where she was recognized for her research in social and personality psychology. Dr. Riedle subsequently joined a cognitive research team at Temple University to examine first-onset bipolar disorder in adolescents, and collaborated with the University of Pennsylvania Positive Psychology Center to study resiliency and posttraumatic growth. Dr. Riedle earned her doctorate (PhD) in clinical psychology at the University of Iowa, where she specialized in perinatal mood disorders and body image during pregnancy.
Dr. Riedle completed her bachelor's degree in psychology at the University of Wisconsin, where she was recognized for her research in social and personality psychology. Dr. Riedle subsequently joined a cognitive research team at Temple University to examine first-onset bipolar disorder in adolescents, and collaborated with the University of Pennsylvania Positive Psychology Center to study resiliency and posttraumatic growth. Dr. Riedle earned her doctorate (PhD) in clinical psychology at the University of Iowa, where she specialized in perinatal mood disorders and body image during pregnancy.
Sierra Hartsfield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LCSW
Verified Verified
Calabasas, CA 91302 (Online Only)
My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe, supportive and nonjudgmental environment, to build a healthy and strong therapeutic relationship in order to start the healing process. By working together you will explore and process feelings, beliefs, or behaviors, and identify personal goals to improve problem areas in your life. I work with adolescents, adults and families. I specialize in treating numerous presenting problems including, depression, anxiety, ADHD, behavior management, life transitions and bipolar disorder.
My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe, supportive and nonjudgmental environment, to build a healthy and strong therapeutic relationship in order to start the healing process. By working together you will explore and process feelings, beliefs, or behaviors, and identify personal goals to improve problem areas in your life. I work with adolescents, adults and families. I specialize in treating numerous presenting problems including, depression, anxiety, ADHD, behavior management, life transitions and bipolar disorder.
Feeling overwhelmed and struggling to find balance in your life is a common experience many can relate to. These concerns can have a significant impact on your overall well-being and hinder your personal growth. Our dedicated interdisciplinary team is here to support you on your journey toward transformative changes. We provide personalized strategies that align with your unique values, fostering growth and facilitating recovery. Through one or more services, based on your needs, we empower you to achieve a life that is whole, healthy, and aligned with your goals.
Feeling overwhelmed and struggling to find balance in your life is a common experience many can relate to. These concerns can have a significant impact on your overall well-being and hinder your personal growth. Our dedicated interdisciplinary team is here to support you on your journey toward transformative changes. We provide personalized strategies that align with your unique values, fostering growth and facilitating recovery. Through one or more services, based on your needs, we empower you to achieve a life that is whole, healthy, and aligned with your goals.
I use a combination of strength-based, solution-focused strategies, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy depending on the needs or "fit" for the client. I use these as they are measurable and reliable for a variety of challenges, ages, and personalities. I tailor each treatment plan for the client depending upon their resources.
I use a combination of strength-based, solution-focused strategies, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy depending on the needs or "fit" for the client. I use these as they are measurable and reliable for a variety of challenges, ages, and personalities. I tailor each treatment plan for the client depending upon their resources.
Individuals come to my practice when their usual coping skills/communication are no longer effective, often leading to anxiety, frustration and at times feelings of hopelessness. These problems often interfere with normal daily routines. The Good News is that Things Can and Do Get Better. My approach to working with adolescents and adults is active, collaborative, and practical, in a safe and supportive setting. My goal is to bring clarity, new perspectives, and understanding to these situations.
Individuals come to my practice when their usual coping skills/communication are no longer effective, often leading to anxiety, frustration and at times feelings of hopelessness. These problems often interfere with normal daily routines. The Good News is that Things Can and Do Get Better. My approach to working with adolescents and adults is active, collaborative, and practical, in a safe and supportive setting. My goal is to bring clarity, new perspectives, and understanding to these situations.
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My focus is on deepening my patients' understanding of their own behaviors, improving their communication and coping skills, increasing confidence and self-image, and moving toward a healthier and more satisfying level of functioning. I am fluent in both English and Farsi.
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Gregg Ratinoff
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Calabasas, CA 91302 (Online Only)
I recently published my book "Hood Therapist" on Amazon. The book is about my experience as a therapist working with inner-city youth and therapy in general. I am an LMFT with 15 years of experience working with teenagers & adults in individual therapy and couples' therapy. In addition to my private practice experience, I am a Mental Health Clinical Supervisor for the County of Los Angeles Department of Mental Health which has provided me a wealth of clinical experience and training. This experience has allowed me to fine-tune my clinical skill set across a large swath of clients from all walks of life.
I recently published my book "Hood Therapist" on Amazon. The book is about my experience as a therapist working with inner-city youth and therapy in general. I am an LMFT with 15 years of experience working with teenagers & adults in individual therapy and couples' therapy. In addition to my private practice experience, I am a Mental Health Clinical Supervisor for the County of Los Angeles Department of Mental Health which has provided me a wealth of clinical experience and training. This experience has allowed me to fine-tune my clinical skill set across a large swath of clients from all walks of life.
Did you know that there are normal and predictable developmental milestones for all adoptees, birth parents and adoptive parents? Knowing and understanding these can help you navigate life in a more empowered manner. As a member of the adoption constellation, I know from the inside out, the issues facing this population. I have dedicated my life and work as a psychologist, to help educate and heal the lives of all who are affected. While it is sometimes difficult to experience the loss and grief that is inherent in adoption. once It is embraced and validated, this difficult concept becomes manageable and life can be lived more fully
Did you know that there are normal and predictable developmental milestones for all adoptees, birth parents and adoptive parents? Knowing and understanding these can help you navigate life in a more empowered manner. As a member of the adoption constellation, I know from the inside out, the issues facing this population. I have dedicated my life and work as a psychologist, to help educate and heal the lives of all who are affected. While it is sometimes difficult to experience the loss and grief that is inherent in adoption. once It is embraced and validated, this difficult concept becomes manageable and life can be lived more fully
I specialize in individual therapy and my primary goal is to listen to my client's needs and walk alongside them through their life's journey. I am a strong believer in empowering my clients, helping them find their inner strength, and increasing hope, healing, & happiness. Individuals come to me for issues surrounding trauma, anxiety, depression, family/relationship issues, self-image/self-esteem, postpartum, and overall finding a balance in life. I have training in many different techniques, varying from cognitive behavioral therapy to the sought after EMDR therapy.
I specialize in individual therapy and my primary goal is to listen to my client's needs and walk alongside them through their life's journey. I am a strong believer in empowering my clients, helping them find their inner strength, and increasing hope, healing, & happiness. Individuals come to me for issues surrounding trauma, anxiety, depression, family/relationship issues, self-image/self-esteem, postpartum, and overall finding a balance in life. I have training in many different techniques, varying from cognitive behavioral therapy to the sought after EMDR therapy.
Fahimeh Mani MA, LMFT Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Calabasas, CA 91302
I have experience working with individuals of various cultural backgrounds, which has provided me with the experience in helping with a diverse area of mental health difficulties from Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Sleep Disorders, Panic Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Post-Traumatic-Stress Disorder, (veteran, infidelity, domestic violence, physical, emotional and sexual abuse), family and couple therapy . I help my clients decrease their depressive and anxious symptoms, identify their positive thoughts, decrease worries, feel relaxed, happy, sleep well, and develop good relationship with others.
I have experience working with individuals of various cultural backgrounds, which has provided me with the experience in helping with a diverse area of mental health difficulties from Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Sleep Disorders, Panic Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Post-Traumatic-Stress Disorder, (veteran, infidelity, domestic violence, physical, emotional and sexual abuse), family and couple therapy . I help my clients decrease their depressive and anxious symptoms, identify their positive thoughts, decrease worries, feel relaxed, happy, sleep well, and develop good relationship with others.
As a therapist, I value and create a safe, nurturing, and empathic environment for individuals, couples, and families to explore underlying issues to relationship problems, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and addictions. I am trained & certified in EMDR, which helps a person to quickly move through recent and past trauma and successfully overcome symptoms related to PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder). We'll work together to help you find a healthy balance between body, mind, and emotions that allow for success in relationships and work, self-empowerment, and to live a life full of hope, meaning, and purpose.
As a therapist, I value and create a safe, nurturing, and empathic environment for individuals, couples, and families to explore underlying issues to relationship problems, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and addictions. I am trained & certified in EMDR, which helps a person to quickly move through recent and past trauma and successfully overcome symptoms related to PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder). We'll work together to help you find a healthy balance between body, mind, and emotions that allow for success in relationships and work, self-empowerment, and to live a life full of hope, meaning, and purpose.
As a clinical psychologist working with adolescents, adults and couples, my goal is to help people struggling with life's challenges and difficulties. I will help you gain insight into short and long-term issues and provide you with valuable tools and techniques to provide relief from symptoms and/or situations that are negatively impacting your life. This results in a better sense of self and well-being and more fulfilling relationships. I treat a wide array of psychological problems such as anxiety and depression and specialize in treating those suffering with chronic pain.
As a clinical psychologist working with adolescents, adults and couples, my goal is to help people struggling with life's challenges and difficulties. I will help you gain insight into short and long-term issues and provide you with valuable tools and techniques to provide relief from symptoms and/or situations that are negatively impacting your life. This results in a better sense of self and well-being and more fulfilling relationships. I treat a wide array of psychological problems such as anxiety and depression and specialize in treating those suffering with chronic pain.
While talking about your feelings with friends and family may be comforting, that may not completely tackle your emotional needs and complications. Seeing a professional therapist can help to alleviate your emotional distress from difficult situations. My mission is to provide support and space for healing while counseling you and your family in a non-judgmental and safe environment.
While talking about your feelings with friends and family may be comforting, that may not completely tackle your emotional needs and complications. Seeing a professional therapist can help to alleviate your emotional distress from difficult situations. My mission is to provide support and space for healing while counseling you and your family in a non-judgmental and safe environment.
If you're a high-achieving individual with frequent or intense anxiety, you may feel discouraged and frustrated by your symptoms. Constant worry, obsessions, disrupted sleep and sudden anxiety attacks can be debilitating, even for the most competent person. I work with successful professionals, including physicians, attorneys, executives, creatives and entertainers, and their family members; I know it can be hard to seek help when you are used to solving your own problems. However, anxiety symptoms are very treatable when you work with a professional who offers the most effective approach.
If you're a high-achieving individual with frequent or intense anxiety, you may feel discouraged and frustrated by your symptoms. Constant worry, obsessions, disrupted sleep and sudden anxiety attacks can be debilitating, even for the most competent person. I work with successful professionals, including physicians, attorneys, executives, creatives and entertainers, and their family members; I know it can be hard to seek help when you are used to solving your own problems. However, anxiety symptoms are very treatable when you work with a professional who offers the most effective approach.
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Bipolar Disorder Therapists
What is the most successful approach to treating bipolar disorder?
Living with bipolar disorder can be challenging, and a number of therapies have been found effective in providing support to patients as they gain the skills to understand and manage the disorder. Family-focused therapy is often helpful for children and teens (the majority of cases develop before age 19); it aims to minimize mood cycling by improving family communication and reducing conflict. It also helps young people navigate the developmental challenges the disorder can create. Cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) and variants such as Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)help patients manage the thoughts and feelings that influence bipolar mood swings as well as develop specific behavioral strategies to counteract them.
What happens in therapy for bipolar disorder?
Because the patterns of mood switching and its triggers differ for each person and can change over time, mood tracking or monitoring becomes a basic way patients learn about the nature of their condition. One of the most common features of therapy is finding a workable method of mood monitoring, in which patients track their daily activities and rate their moods, then use the findings to adjust routines accordingly. Patients learn ways of handling the many stresses that arise in life so that they do not trigger mood swings.
What kinds of problems does therapy help with?
Like many other mental health disorders, BPD is heavily influenced by stress; therapy provides skills for coping with stressors of all kinds. Therapy is extremely important for helping individuals identify the situations that may trigger mood switching, so that mood swings can be prevented. Therapy may especially target recognition of the early stages of mood change so that they can be managed. In addition, therapy helps patients deal with the significant amount of turbulence the disorder can create in relationships and in work life.
What is the goal of therapy for bipolar disorder?
Therapy helps patients set up their lives to maintain stability so that their mood isn’t constantly threatened by daily events. Perhaps the first task of therapy is to educate people about the nature of the disorder. At the same time, a primary goal of therapy is to enhance adherence to drug treatment. Extended periods of mood stability can prompt patients to discontinue medication, triggering relapse, while the early phases of manic episodes can feel so energizing that patients stop medication, ushering in full-blown mania and the altered self-perception that can lead to destructive behaviors. Another major goal of therapy is to understand one’s mood patterns so as to minimize both the frequency and intensity of mood cycling.