Bipolar Disorder Therapists in Pike County, GA

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Bruce N Grant
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Zebulon, GA 30295
Welcome! I am a licensed psychologist who provides psychotherapy for individual adults, couples, and adolescents. I have found that one of the most powerful ways to grow is the relationship between the psychotherapist and client. This connection can give way to discovering greater yearnings, self authenticity, capabilities, and dreams, while providing warmth and care for addressing one's obstacles such as fears, disappointments, and limits. I would help you to deal with conflicts that block your motivation and passion and help you open to new ways of engaging with your inner resources and with the significant people in your life.
Welcome! I am a licensed psychologist who provides psychotherapy for individual adults, couples, and adolescents. I have found that one of the most powerful ways to grow is the relationship between the psychotherapist and client. This connection can give way to discovering greater yearnings, self authenticity, capabilities, and dreams, while providing warmth and care for addressing one's obstacles such as fears, disappointments, and limits. I would help you to deal with conflicts that block your motivation and passion and help you open to new ways of engaging with your inner resources and with the significant people in your life.
(404) 334-5317 View (404) 334-5317
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Zach Holzman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Williamson, GA 30292  (Online Only)
I am a licensed professional counselor with extensive work with clients and is comprised of managing anxiety disorders, depression disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, and numerous other personality and mood disorders. My therapeutic techniques include person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, strength-based therapy, and reality therapy. I believe in the significance of helping others feel inner peace and find purpose in life.
I am a licensed professional counselor with extensive work with clients and is comprised of managing anxiety disorders, depression disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, and numerous other personality and mood disorders. My therapeutic techniques include person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, strength-based therapy, and reality therapy. I believe in the significance of helping others feel inner peace and find purpose in life.
(678) 487-8498 View (678) 487-8498
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Judith Ashworth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Williamson, GA 30292
Hello. My name is Judith Ashworth, and I am a licensed clinical social worker. I just retired from the Wellstar hospital system, where I had been working for 20 years, mostly as a behavioral health and clinician. I ran groups and provided assessment and individual brief therapy on their inpatient unit or but within Path, I am looking forward to doing rational emotive behavioral therapy or REBT. This will provide quicker progress. I have been pretty successful working on addiction, depression, and OCD. I feel comfortable working with severe psychiatric disorders as well. But I know that's not what this forum is all about.
Hello. My name is Judith Ashworth, and I am a licensed clinical social worker. I just retired from the Wellstar hospital system, where I had been working for 20 years, mostly as a behavioral health and clinician. I ran groups and provided assessment and individual brief therapy on their inpatient unit or but within Path, I am looking forward to doing rational emotive behavioral therapy or REBT. This will provide quicker progress. I have been pretty successful working on addiction, depression, and OCD. I feel comfortable working with severe psychiatric disorders as well. But I know that's not what this forum is all about.
(470) 470-9767 View (470) 470-9767
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Willie Palmer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Williamson, GA 30292
Hello, I'm Will Palmer, and I am licensed in the State of Georgia as a Professional Counselor (LPC). I have been practicing in the field as both a direct service provider and administrator for 24 years. I take a client-centered approach to therapy allowing the client(s) to define his/her/their goals. I create a safe and warm environment so that clients can feel comfortable sharing their stories. A variety of tools are provided to fit individual needs, and assistance is provided with decision-making to obtain the desired outcomes.
Hello, I'm Will Palmer, and I am licensed in the State of Georgia as a Professional Counselor (LPC). I have been practicing in the field as both a direct service provider and administrator for 24 years. I take a client-centered approach to therapy allowing the client(s) to define his/her/their goals. I create a safe and warm environment so that clients can feel comfortable sharing their stories. A variety of tools are provided to fit individual needs, and assistance is provided with decision-making to obtain the desired outcomes.
(470) 570-5203 View (470) 570-5203
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Robert Willis
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Concord, GA 30206
Hi there, my name is Robert (Bob)Willis. I am a licensed LPC. My approach to therapy is client centered with an emphasis on Biblical teaching. It is my belief that everything a therapist needs to counsel as well as the needs of the client is found in Scripture both Old and New Testaments. After 40+ years in Pastoral Ministry I am convinced the Bible has the answers to all of man's delimas.
Hi there, my name is Robert (Bob)Willis. I am a licensed LPC. My approach to therapy is client centered with an emphasis on Biblical teaching. It is my belief that everything a therapist needs to counsel as well as the needs of the client is found in Scripture both Old and New Testaments. After 40+ years in Pastoral Ministry I am convinced the Bible has the answers to all of man's delimas.
(770) 525-1259 View (770) 525-1259
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Jessica Lamme
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Zebulon, GA 30295
Hey there! I'm Jessica and I am a licensed professional counselor. I've been seeing individuals for counseling for 8 years. I have worked in community mental health, as well as in a hospital setting. I find that everyone that I work with has the innate ability to grow and make progress towards their goals, big or small. I primarily work with adults but I have worked with adolescents and children as young as 6 years old. I like to get to know my clients' to better help them meet their goals.
Hey there! I'm Jessica and I am a licensed professional counselor. I've been seeing individuals for counseling for 8 years. I have worked in community mental health, as well as in a hospital setting. I find that everyone that I work with has the innate ability to grow and make progress towards their goals, big or small. I primarily work with adults but I have worked with adolescents and children as young as 6 years old. I like to get to know my clients' to better help them meet their goals.
(706) 528-6691 View (706) 528-6691
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Anni Skurja
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Zebulon, GA 30295
During our lives, we often experience emotional pain and adversity that leaves us feeling hopeless, powerless, or directionless. We might feel we are broken and need to be ‘fixed’. Therapy provides a path towards understanding ourselves more and increasing skills that can help us feel more able to handle difficult experiences and find growth. It helps us realize that we can find peace in the parts of life we do not like so that the parts that we love can shine. It is about finding acceptance in the uncomfortable times, and in being and becoming more of our unique selves.
During our lives, we often experience emotional pain and adversity that leaves us feeling hopeless, powerless, or directionless. We might feel we are broken and need to be ‘fixed’. Therapy provides a path towards understanding ourselves more and increasing skills that can help us feel more able to handle difficult experiences and find growth. It helps us realize that we can find peace in the parts of life we do not like so that the parts that we love can shine. It is about finding acceptance in the uncomfortable times, and in being and becoming more of our unique selves.
(470) 447-2129 View (470) 447-2129

Online Therapists

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Shaqutia (Sha-Qwee-Tuh) Florence
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sandy Springs, GA 30342
Life and our experiences change us, and those experiences alter who we are. Let’s work together to find a pathway back to a better version of yourself. With my expertise working with depression, anxiety, codependency issues, interpersonal conflict, bipolar disorder, and my favorite, grief, we will collaborate to develop realistic coping skills that you can apply to your every day life.
Life and our experiences change us, and those experiences alter who we are. Let’s work together to find a pathway back to a better version of yourself. With my expertise working with depression, anxiety, codependency issues, interpersonal conflict, bipolar disorder, and my favorite, grief, we will collaborate to develop realistic coping skills that you can apply to your every day life.
(404) 442-4703 View (404) 442-4703
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Joseph House
Counselor, LAPC, MA, NCC, EMDR, ENERGY
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kennesaw, GA 30152
Joseph will help clients overcome Shame, Substance Abuse, Trauma, PTSD (Physical, Emotional, Psychological, Sexual), Anxiety, Fears, Bipolar, Depression, Grief, Inferiors, Relationship Issues, Spirituality, Sports Psychology (Performance Enhancement), Stress Management.
Joseph delivers many eclectic therapeutic approaches. He delivers proven interventions and modalities to help others change. Joseph practices Energy Work, EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Spirituality, Trauma Stage Processing, Experiential Therapy, and IFS. Clients will change and mitigate their trauma, pain, fear, anxiety, self hatred, inferiority, depression, resistance, and anger. Moreover, he helps others rewind, fix, and grow their mind, body, and soul. Lastly, he will help individuals feel acceptance, forgiveness, and love towards themselves while understanding their emotions, thoughts, and feelings.
Joseph will help clients overcome Shame, Substance Abuse, Trauma, PTSD (Physical, Emotional, Psychological, Sexual), Anxiety, Fears, Bipolar, Depression, Grief, Inferiors, Relationship Issues, Spirituality, Sports Psychology (Performance Enhancement), Stress Management.
Joseph delivers many eclectic therapeutic approaches. He delivers proven interventions and modalities to help others change. Joseph practices Energy Work, EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Spirituality, Trauma Stage Processing, Experiential Therapy, and IFS. Clients will change and mitigate their trauma, pain, fear, anxiety, self hatred, inferiority, depression, resistance, and anger. Moreover, he helps others rewind, fix, and grow their mind, body, and soul. Lastly, he will help individuals feel acceptance, forgiveness, and love towards themselves while understanding their emotions, thoughts, and feelings.
(404) 909-0095 View (404) 909-0095
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Dianna Maddox-Faulkner
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Hiram, GA 30141
I work with those in addiction or family members of those living in addiction, grief and loss, vicarious trauma, bipolar, other mood disorders, anger management, and stress disorders such as anxiety, PTSD & ASD.
I am ready to join you on your mental health journey with acceptance, compassion and hope. I specialize in addiction counseling, mood disorders, trauma, anxiety and stress disorders, anger management, grief, and loss. I work with children, adolescents, young and older adults. I am happy to incorporate art and/or play into therapy based on age, ability, and desire. Please don't wait for life to become unmanageable to seek help and guidance. Email or call me today to get started on your journey.
I work with those in addiction or family members of those living in addiction, grief and loss, vicarious trauma, bipolar, other mood disorders, anger management, and stress disorders such as anxiety, PTSD & ASD.
I am ready to join you on your mental health journey with acceptance, compassion and hope. I specialize in addiction counseling, mood disorders, trauma, anxiety and stress disorders, anger management, grief, and loss. I work with children, adolescents, young and older adults. I am happy to incorporate art and/or play into therapy based on age, ability, and desire. Please don't wait for life to become unmanageable to seek help and guidance. Email or call me today to get started on your journey.
(770) 746-8617 View (770) 746-8617
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Community Care Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, BS, MA, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lawrenceville, GA 30043
My counseling specialties are Premarital and Marital, Divorce, Blended Families, Abuse issues, Parenting classes, Anger Management Classes, Depression, Anxiety, Grief, Stress Management, Bipolar and PTSD.
I have a Master of Arts Degree in Professional Counseling as well as a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology and Christian Counseling. I am passionate about seeing individuals, couples, and families thrive and overcome problematic issues. My goal is to help those who are hurting so that they can live life to its full potential.
My counseling specialties are Premarital and Marital, Divorce, Blended Families, Abuse issues, Parenting classes, Anger Management Classes, Depression, Anxiety, Grief, Stress Management, Bipolar and PTSD.
I have a Master of Arts Degree in Professional Counseling as well as a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology and Christian Counseling. I am passionate about seeing individuals, couples, and families thrive and overcome problematic issues. My goal is to help those who are hurting so that they can live life to its full potential.
(770) 504-4869 View (770) 504-4869
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Brightside Health
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30318  (Online Only)
We specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and many other common concerns like panic, bipolar, postpartum depression, and suicidal thoughts.
It gets much better from here. No matter what you're going through, our expert providers are here to help with online mental health care tailored to you. Brightside Health offers personalized psychiatry, proven therapy, or both to help you feel better. Get started right from home, with appointments in as little as 2 days.
We specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and many other common concerns like panic, bipolar, postpartum depression, and suicidal thoughts.
It gets much better from here. No matter what you're going through, our expert providers are here to help with online mental health care tailored to you. Brightside Health offers personalized psychiatry, proven therapy, or both to help you feel better. Get started right from home, with appointments in as little as 2 days.
(475) 264-6746 View (475) 264-6746
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Counseling Innovations
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT-S, CPCS, CHT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30060
I have particular expertise working with Trauma, PTSD, Sexual Abuse, Dissociative Identity Disorder, Eating Disorders, Attachment Issues, Anxiety, Asperger's Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, and Schizophrenia.
As a licensed professional counselor, my goal is to help individuals, couples, and families identify areas where change is needed to enhance growth, harmony, and balance in their lives. I take a holistic approach to therapy by incorporating a variety of therapeutic modalities into my practice including CBT, Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Imago Therapy, DBT, Mindfulness Based Therapy (i.e., meditation, guided imagery, deep breathing), Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Hypnotherapy, Play Therapy, Art Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy, and Animal Assisted Therapy.
I have particular expertise working with Trauma, PTSD, Sexual Abuse, Dissociative Identity Disorder, Eating Disorders, Attachment Issues, Anxiety, Asperger's Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, and Schizophrenia.
As a licensed professional counselor, my goal is to help individuals, couples, and families identify areas where change is needed to enhance growth, harmony, and balance in their lives. I take a holistic approach to therapy by incorporating a variety of therapeutic modalities into my practice including CBT, Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Imago Therapy, DBT, Mindfulness Based Therapy (i.e., meditation, guided imagery, deep breathing), Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Hypnotherapy, Play Therapy, Art Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy, and Animal Assisted Therapy.
(678) 919-1077 View (678) 919-1077
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Stephen MacGregor
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30331  (Online Only)
Experienced (NCC Nationally Certified), "best practices, "client centered", problem solving, "supportive therapist" for 20 years in Florida and Georgia. population serve: adult, adolscent, children -ADD/ADHD, veterns. specialist: mood disorver, (depression, anxiety, and Bipolar Disorders, Schizoaffective D/O). relationship: marriage-divorce,substance abuse: alcohol and substance (THC, Meth, Opioid). spiritual Faith focused. Ordained Minister. On call Chaplain-Floyd Atrium Medical Center.
Experienced (NCC Nationally Certified), "best practices, "client centered", problem solving, "supportive therapist" for 20 years in Florida and Georgia. population serve: adult, adolscent, children -ADD/ADHD, veterns. specialist: mood disorver, (depression, anxiety, and Bipolar Disorders, Schizoaffective D/O). relationship: marriage-divorce,substance abuse: alcohol and substance (THC, Meth, Opioid). spiritual Faith focused. Ordained Minister. On call Chaplain-Floyd Atrium Medical Center.
(404) 689-9031 View (404) 689-9031
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Brave Health
MD, MSW, LCSW, FNP-C, LMHC
Verified Verified
Decatur, GA 30030  (Online Only)
We are a virtual mental health provider dedicated to helping people thrive through high-quality, affordable, and easily accessible mental health care. At Brave Health, your well-being is our priority. Our comprehensive mental health treatment and programs are easy-to-access, affordable and clinically effective. Whether you’re managing conditions like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or severe depression, or dealing with challenges such as anxiety, grief, addiction, anger, or life transitions, we’ll work closely with you to create a personalized treatment plan that fits your unique needs and goals.
We are a virtual mental health provider dedicated to helping people thrive through high-quality, affordable, and easily accessible mental health care. At Brave Health, your well-being is our priority. Our comprehensive mental health treatment and programs are easy-to-access, affordable and clinically effective. Whether you’re managing conditions like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or severe depression, or dealing with challenges such as anxiety, grief, addiction, anger, or life transitions, we’ll work closely with you to create a personalized treatment plan that fits your unique needs and goals.
(770) 230-1626 View (770) 230-1626
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Wendy Pollock
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Waitlist for new clients
Are there areas of your life where you feel unfulfilled? Do you desire to change but are unsure how? Finding a new counselor can feel overwhelming and the process may seem daunting. I would be honored to partner with you as you explore change and growth. With over sixteen years' experience working with adults, teens, individuals, and couples on issues including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, abuse/trauma, PTSD, and relationship issues, my approach to therapy is integrative, utilizing CBT, EMDR and talk therapy to aid in healing and growth.
Are there areas of your life where you feel unfulfilled? Do you desire to change but are unsure how? Finding a new counselor can feel overwhelming and the process may seem daunting. I would be honored to partner with you as you explore change and growth. With over sixteen years' experience working with adults, teens, individuals, and couples on issues including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, abuse/trauma, PTSD, and relationship issues, my approach to therapy is integrative, utilizing CBT, EMDR and talk therapy to aid in healing and growth.
(470) 523-7982 View (470) 523-7982
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Talk it Out
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30339
We specialize in numerous mental health concerns, such as anxiety, depression, addiction, eating disorders, trauma, grief, LGBTQIAA issues, personality disorders, bipolar disorder, life transitions, among others.
Hello and welcome to Talk it Out! We are a family friendly group practice located near Truist Park (formally SunTrust Park) with easy access off of 285 and 75. We specialize in a wide array of mental health concerns. One of our knowledgeable and compassionate clinicians will work with you to meet your specific goals in therapy. Our clinicians utilize various treatment modalities and vary in terms of gender and age so you can feel confident that you will be matched with a clinician that you will feel comfortable and safe with.
We specialize in numerous mental health concerns, such as anxiety, depression, addiction, eating disorders, trauma, grief, LGBTQIAA issues, personality disorders, bipolar disorder, life transitions, among others.
Hello and welcome to Talk it Out! We are a family friendly group practice located near Truist Park (formally SunTrust Park) with easy access off of 285 and 75. We specialize in a wide array of mental health concerns. One of our knowledgeable and compassionate clinicians will work with you to meet your specific goals in therapy. Our clinicians utilize various treatment modalities and vary in terms of gender and age so you can feel confident that you will be matched with a clinician that you will feel comfortable and safe with.
(678) 343-2499 View (678) 343-2499
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Mary Lengel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30324
I specialize in the treatment of thought disorders, mood disorders ( Bipolar I & II Disorders, Depression), and anxiety disorders.
I provide a space where you can feel understood, supported and empowered. I truly believe that effective therapy is grounded in a genuine and collaborative relationship between the client and therapist. My style in session is conversational to help build connection, and I provide feedback in an empathetic and non-judgmental way. I can help you learn effective ways to manage difficult feelings, change problematic thought patterns, and address tendencies affecting your relationships and life. I can also help you gain insight into the connection between your past experiences and current issues so that you have lasting change.
I specialize in the treatment of thought disorders, mood disorders ( Bipolar I & II Disorders, Depression), and anxiety disorders.
I provide a space where you can feel understood, supported and empowered. I truly believe that effective therapy is grounded in a genuine and collaborative relationship between the client and therapist. My style in session is conversational to help build connection, and I provide feedback in an empathetic and non-judgmental way. I can help you learn effective ways to manage difficult feelings, change problematic thought patterns, and address tendencies affecting your relationships and life. I can also help you gain insight into the connection between your past experiences and current issues so that you have lasting change.
(404) 869-2612 View (404) 869-2612
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The Sanders Center for Recovery & Mental Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30331
Imagine having uncontrollable anger, mood swings & acts of extreme aggressiveness towards the people you love and not being able to control it, imagine feeling said & anxious and so “TIRED” with life that all you can do is lay in bed & STUCK in the sunken place of nothingness-This is what disorders such as Bipolar/Schizoaffective/Major Depression look like.
Imagine experiencing so many struggles, wounds, failures and traumatic experiences that the only peace you know is with drugs, alcohol, sex and toxic people-Imagine Becoming someone un recognizable to yourself, your family, your partner and your children and no matter how hard you try to fight it you keep going back to the substances, people/things that causes you to be the worst version of self, all the while slowly dying in the inside-This is what addiction looks like. Imagine being violated and abused and victimized by people, places, and situations who were supposed to love, protect and strengthen you, This is called Trauma!
Imagine having uncontrollable anger, mood swings & acts of extreme aggressiveness towards the people you love and not being able to control it, imagine feeling said & anxious and so “TIRED” with life that all you can do is lay in bed & STUCK in the sunken place of nothingness-This is what disorders such as Bipolar/Schizoaffective/Major Depression look like.
Imagine experiencing so many struggles, wounds, failures and traumatic experiences that the only peace you know is with drugs, alcohol, sex and toxic people-Imagine Becoming someone un recognizable to yourself, your family, your partner and your children and no matter how hard you try to fight it you keep going back to the substances, people/things that causes you to be the worst version of self, all the while slowly dying in the inside-This is what addiction looks like. Imagine being violated and abused and victimized by people, places, and situations who were supposed to love, protect and strengthen you, This is called Trauma!
(470) 347-9320 View (470) 347-9320
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Nona Giddens
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Duluth, GA 30096
I bring into the therapeutic relationship, experience and expertise in the areas of anxiety, depression, Mood Disorders, PTSD, Trauma, Bipolar Disorder, Adjustment Disorder, ADHD and ODD.
At Alan Behrman & Associates, PC we believe in no criticism, no judgement, and no condemnation. I consider it a privilege and honor to join you on your journey to healing, wellness and wholeness. I have several years of experience with serving children, teens, and adults in providing individual, family, couples and group counseling. Through therapeutic excellence and compassionate care, I am dedicated to helping you achieve your life goals of mental and emotional health so that you can be the person you envision and aspire to be.
I bring into the therapeutic relationship, experience and expertise in the areas of anxiety, depression, Mood Disorders, PTSD, Trauma, Bipolar Disorder, Adjustment Disorder, ADHD and ODD.
At Alan Behrman & Associates, PC we believe in no criticism, no judgement, and no condemnation. I consider it a privilege and honor to join you on your journey to healing, wellness and wholeness. I have several years of experience with serving children, teens, and adults in providing individual, family, couples and group counseling. Through therapeutic excellence and compassionate care, I am dedicated to helping you achieve your life goals of mental and emotional health so that you can be the person you envision and aspire to be.
(470) 613-2661 View (470) 613-2661

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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.