Bipolar Disorder Therapists in South Orange, NJ
Jennifer A Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
South Orange, NJ 07079
Or you may be struggling with a 'chemical imbalance,' as seen in addictions, severe depression, anxiety, or bipolar disorder.
As a social worker and psychotherapist, I believe in the innate power of every individual to heal. No matter how much of an 'uphill battle' the healing process may at first seem to you, I am dedicated to helping individuals and couples improve their lives - both inside and out. In my therapy practice, I offer a non-judgmental, safe space where you can open up to the solutions that are very likely already inside you. In the therapy process, we can collaborate to identify your goals and build insight into your inner workings.
Or you may be struggling with a 'chemical imbalance,' as seen in addictions, severe depression, anxiety, or bipolar disorder.
As a social worker and psychotherapist, I believe in the innate power of every individual to heal. No matter how much of an 'uphill battle' the healing process may at first seem to you, I am dedicated to helping individuals and couples improve their lives - both inside and out. In my therapy practice, I offer a non-judgmental, safe space where you can open up to the solutions that are very likely already inside you. In the therapy process, we can collaborate to identify your goals and build insight into your inner workings.
Rosalie Cespedes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, QCSW, EAS-C, BCD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Orange, NJ 07079
When you feel depressed and as though all hope is lost, when you struggle to overcome your challenges with addiction, anxiety, abuse or need to find your identity, I am there to give you a hand during these challenging times so that you do not have to go through them alone and acquire the necessary guidance that will aid you in overcoming these and any other challenges that may arise.
When you feel depressed and as though all hope is lost, when you struggle to overcome your challenges with addiction, anxiety, abuse or need to find your identity, I am there to give you a hand during these challenging times so that you do not have to go through them alone and acquire the necessary guidance that will aid you in overcoming these and any other challenges that may arise.
Change is often initiated when the discomfort from pain is worse than the discomfort from fear of change. People can embrace their resiliencies and connect to a sense of purpose in order to overcome that fear. The act of reaching out for help is a courageous first step.
Change is often initiated when the discomfort from pain is worse than the discomfort from fear of change. People can embrace their resiliencies and connect to a sense of purpose in order to overcome that fear. The act of reaching out for help is a courageous first step.
Kristian Lynch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
South Orange, NJ 07079
The pain of addiction, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and low self-esteem arises from life experiences and toxic environments. These wounds remain when we are not provided with the support and help we need for our healing to take place. My integrative approach will examine how your family, gender, sexual orientation, race, and beliefs have impacted who you are today.
The pain of addiction, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and low self-esteem arises from life experiences and toxic environments. These wounds remain when we are not provided with the support and help we need for our healing to take place. My integrative approach will examine how your family, gender, sexual orientation, race, and beliefs have impacted who you are today.
Starting the search for help is the hardest step so I applaud you. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been in private practice for 20 years. I pride myself in providing a safe, nonjudgmental space for individuals to be open and learn about themselves. The goal is to move toward solutions to help heal.
Starting the search for help is the hardest step so I applaud you. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been in private practice for 20 years. I pride myself in providing a safe, nonjudgmental space for individuals to be open and learn about themselves. The goal is to move toward solutions to help heal.
I am a client-centered therapist with extensive experience in providing culturally-competent individual, couples and family therapy. If you are experiencing stress,moments of sadness, feeling overwhelmed by life demands, feeling agitated and depressed I can help you. If you are going through issues of loss of a loved one, having problem controlling your anger, experiencing conflicts in your relationship, I can help you.If you are a teen experiencing transitional, mood issues, relationship issues, or if you are a family experiencing conflicts in your relationships, I can help you. I have a high rate of client-to-client referrals.
I am a client-centered therapist with extensive experience in providing culturally-competent individual, couples and family therapy. If you are experiencing stress,moments of sadness, feeling overwhelmed by life demands, feeling agitated and depressed I can help you. If you are going through issues of loss of a loved one, having problem controlling your anger, experiencing conflicts in your relationship, I can help you.If you are a teen experiencing transitional, mood issues, relationship issues, or if you are a family experiencing conflicts in your relationships, I can help you. I have a high rate of client-to-client referrals.
Sherrill Welcome
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
South Orange, NJ 07079
Do you find yourself adjusting to new circumstances that you never expected at this stage in your life? Older adults experiencing transitions may see increased feelings of anxiety and depression. Whether you are moving from your home to a facility, being cared for by your children, coping with loss of a loved one, coping with decreased mobility or chronic pain, you are not alone! This is not the end of the story. Imagine for a minute that you can get through this time with a renewed sense of worth and well-being. Change is difficult, but it does not have to be bad. Change the way your think and it will change the way you feel!
Do you find yourself adjusting to new circumstances that you never expected at this stage in your life? Older adults experiencing transitions may see increased feelings of anxiety and depression. Whether you are moving from your home to a facility, being cared for by your children, coping with loss of a loved one, coping with decreased mobility or chronic pain, you are not alone! This is not the end of the story. Imagine for a minute that you can get through this time with a renewed sense of worth and well-being. Change is difficult, but it does not have to be bad. Change the way your think and it will change the way you feel!
Amy C. Cox-Martins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
South Orange, NJ 07079
Currently I am accepting new therapy clients and I provide a safe haven where one can open-up and explore their thoughts and feelings. Sometimes situations or emotions have caused stumbling blocks in one's life. Together we can understand the core of the problem and progress to optimum mental health. Through building a relationship between therapist and client, we can work through even the most difficult of mental health concerns. I have been in private licensed psychotherapy practice since 1991. My current specializations and certification, transgender, non binary, LBGTQ. and EMDR I offer in person and virtual sessions.
Currently I am accepting new therapy clients and I provide a safe haven where one can open-up and explore their thoughts and feelings. Sometimes situations or emotions have caused stumbling blocks in one's life. Together we can understand the core of the problem and progress to optimum mental health. Through building a relationship between therapist and client, we can work through even the most difficult of mental health concerns. I have been in private licensed psychotherapy practice since 1991. My current specializations and certification, transgender, non binary, LBGTQ. and EMDR I offer in person and virtual sessions.
Mary Chris Ong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Orange, NJ 07079
The journey toward self-discovery and true fulfillment can be profound. To navigate this path successfully, we often require both a witness and a supporter that can assist us in developing a loving and accepting relationship with our true selves. Reaching the end of this journey allows us to chart our course with confidence, and enjoy the life we’ve always wanted.
The journey toward self-discovery and true fulfillment can be profound. To navigate this path successfully, we often require both a witness and a supporter that can assist us in developing a loving and accepting relationship with our true selves. Reaching the end of this journey allows us to chart our course with confidence, and enjoy the life we’ve always wanted.
Silvester Oluokun
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
South Orange, NJ 07079 (Online Only)
Starting the process of therapy can be transformational. I've discovered that many people are looking to work on aspects of themselves but struggle with knowing where to start and how to sustain meaningful change. Sometimes it is a matter of feeling heard and other times we seek direct guidance and feedback. We often need to develop the language to better understand what is happening and to place things in a useful context. No matter what you are looking for, I believe that creating an environment of trust, compassion, empathy and understanding is critical to the process.
Starting the process of therapy can be transformational. I've discovered that many people are looking to work on aspects of themselves but struggle with knowing where to start and how to sustain meaningful change. Sometimes it is a matter of feeling heard and other times we seek direct guidance and feedback. We often need to develop the language to better understand what is happening and to place things in a useful context. No matter what you are looking for, I believe that creating an environment of trust, compassion, empathy and understanding is critical to the process.
Miranda Aaron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
South Orange, NJ 07079
Relationships are complicated and often very stressful and upsetting. I work with people who are grappling to communicate better with the most important people in their lives. Wanting to be heard, understood, supported and loved is human nature. This can sometimes be a challenge without outside, neutral help. Misunderstandings often can get in the way of intimate relationships, leaving each person feeling alone, disillusioned and their actions misconstrued. I see my job as someone who can help navigate these confusing dynamics and openly talk about the possible underlying feelings that led to these behaviors in the first place.
Relationships are complicated and often very stressful and upsetting. I work with people who are grappling to communicate better with the most important people in their lives. Wanting to be heard, understood, supported and loved is human nature. This can sometimes be a challenge without outside, neutral help. Misunderstandings often can get in the way of intimate relationships, leaving each person feeling alone, disillusioned and their actions misconstrued. I see my job as someone who can help navigate these confusing dynamics and openly talk about the possible underlying feelings that led to these behaviors in the first place.
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Ariana Esposito
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Orange, NJ 07079 (Online Only)
I partner with clients to navigate a broad spectrum of challenges, customized to their individual journeys. My expertise lies in guiding those confronting societal pressures, gender roles, personal expectations, body image insecurities, and complexities within relationships. Life transitions often provoke heightened stress and anxiety; together, we'll forge coping strategies and stress management. For members of the LGBTQ+ community, our collaboration will be attuned to your unique experiences and aspirations. Additionally, I work with individuals contending with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, personality disorders, and more.
I partner with clients to navigate a broad spectrum of challenges, customized to their individual journeys. My expertise lies in guiding those confronting societal pressures, gender roles, personal expectations, body image insecurities, and complexities within relationships. Life transitions often provoke heightened stress and anxiety; together, we'll forge coping strategies and stress management. For members of the LGBTQ+ community, our collaboration will be attuned to your unique experiences and aspirations. Additionally, I work with individuals contending with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, personality disorders, and more.
I specialize in working with individuals and couples struggling with their relationships, dealing with trauma, and coping with feelings of stress, anger, depression, and anxiety. Regardless of the challenge, I believe the most important piece of therapy is the tailoring of the treatment to the unique needs of the persons involved. My vast experience in a wide variety of psychotherapeutic techniques allows me, as your therapist, to develop a course of treatment that will assist you on your journey to personal growth and transformative change.
I specialize in working with individuals and couples struggling with their relationships, dealing with trauma, and coping with feelings of stress, anger, depression, and anxiety. Regardless of the challenge, I believe the most important piece of therapy is the tailoring of the treatment to the unique needs of the persons involved. My vast experience in a wide variety of psychotherapeutic techniques allows me, as your therapist, to develop a course of treatment that will assist you on your journey to personal growth and transformative change.
Pascale Jean Simon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, EdS, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
South Orange, NJ 07079
I am Pascale Jean Simon. I have been in the mental health field for over 10 years. Within my careers I have the privileged of working with pre-teens, adolescents, adults and families who are struggling with a range of challenges. We specialize but are not limited to: trauma, PTSD, depression, stress, anxiety, anger, interpersonal relationship issues, marital discord.
I am Pascale Jean Simon. I have been in the mental health field for over 10 years. Within my careers I have the privileged of working with pre-teens, adolescents, adults and families who are struggling with a range of challenges. We specialize but are not limited to: trauma, PTSD, depression, stress, anxiety, anger, interpersonal relationship issues, marital discord.
As a clinical psychologist in practice for over 20 years, I use my training and experience to provide real guidance to people wishing to confront and change negative patterns of behavior, understand themselves more deeply and remove blocks to personal and professional growth and fulfillment. My approach balances the vital benefits of understanding the past with a focus on changing the present in practical, active ways. I believe in the enormous benefit of relating one's life story to an objective, compassionate listener who can help to offer a new perspective.
As a clinical psychologist in practice for over 20 years, I use my training and experience to provide real guidance to people wishing to confront and change negative patterns of behavior, understand themselves more deeply and remove blocks to personal and professional growth and fulfillment. My approach balances the vital benefits of understanding the past with a focus on changing the present in practical, active ways. I believe in the enormous benefit of relating one's life story to an objective, compassionate listener who can help to offer a new perspective.
"What we experience is not external reality but our interaction with it." Neils Bohr, Physicist.
"What we experience is not external reality but our interaction with it." Neils Bohr, Physicist.
Meredith Strauss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, RYT
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
South Orange, NJ 07079
"Peace. It does not mean to be in a place where there is no noise, trouble, or hard work. It means to be in the midst of those things and still be calm in your heart". Are you having trouble managing it all? Depressed? Anxious? Angry? At Light Street Psychotherapy we work with adults, adolescents and their families who suffer from trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues and anger management. Meredith's therapeutic approach helps clients learn the skills to stay centered in a stressful and fast paced world. She finds appropriate solutions to problems and enhances interpersonal relationships.
"Peace. It does not mean to be in a place where there is no noise, trouble, or hard work. It means to be in the midst of those things and still be calm in your heart". Are you having trouble managing it all? Depressed? Anxious? Angry? At Light Street Psychotherapy we work with adults, adolescents and their families who suffer from trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues and anger management. Meredith's therapeutic approach helps clients learn the skills to stay centered in a stressful and fast paced world. She finds appropriate solutions to problems and enhances interpersonal relationships.
Jennifer Stemmermann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
South Orange, NJ 07079
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, loss, trauma, or other life stressors? Or is your teen having social or emotional issues at school or home? If so, please give me a call. My top priority is establishing and maintaining a trusting and collaborative relationship with you.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, loss, trauma, or other life stressors? Or is your teen having social or emotional issues at school or home? If so, please give me a call. My top priority is establishing and maintaining a trusting and collaborative relationship with you.
LaTonya White
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, EdS, LPC
Verified Verified
South Orange, NJ 07079
Let me help you. Together, we can negotiate the obstacles in life that keep you from being your best. My counseling strengths come with over 20 years of human services and work with adolescents, adults, couples and families dealing with inner conflict, and those struggling with incomplete relationships and loss.
Let me help you. Together, we can negotiate the obstacles in life that keep you from being your best. My counseling strengths come with over 20 years of human services and work with adolescents, adults, couples and families dealing with inner conflict, and those struggling with incomplete relationships and loss.
I have years of professional training and experience in psychotherapy and psychoanalysis, working with adolescents, adults and couples. I have a relational/interpersonal approach, focusing on reducing suffering and expanding ways of thinking and feeling. I believe in discovering your own way of living, true to your own values and goals. At the same time, I play an active role in sharing my observations, drawing your attention to things you might have missed, and at times challenging assumptions and ways of being if they are self defeating.
I have years of professional training and experience in psychotherapy and psychoanalysis, working with adolescents, adults and couples. I have a relational/interpersonal approach, focusing on reducing suffering and expanding ways of thinking and feeling. I believe in discovering your own way of living, true to your own values and goals. At the same time, I play an active role in sharing my observations, drawing your attention to things you might have missed, and at times challenging assumptions and ways of being if they are self defeating.
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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.