Bipolar Disorder Therapists in Cold Spring Harbor, NY

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Colleen McKechnie
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724
I have advanced training in CBT and Psychodynamic therapies and treat anxiety, depression, OCD, OCPD, bipolar disorder, and more. Through deep exploration of the past and present, I teach others how to organize and articulate their unique experience. I hope to guide you through the process of letting go of what may be limiting your growth as you simultaneously discover new ways to improve your well-being.
I have advanced training in CBT and Psychodynamic therapies and treat anxiety, depression, OCD, OCPD, bipolar disorder, and more. Through deep exploration of the past and present, I teach others how to organize and articulate their unique experience. I hope to guide you through the process of letting go of what may be limiting your growth as you simultaneously discover new ways to improve your well-being.
(631) 528-2593 View (631) 528-2593
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Jamie Lyn Damiani
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724
Jamie utilizes evidence-based practices to assist individuals in managing symptoms, improving confidence, developing healthier relationships, improving effective communication skills, addressing substance abuse and making progress towards personal goals. has experience working in mental health clinics, intensive outpatient mental health programs and residential settings. Her distinct experience has provided her the opportunity to work with diverse populations who are all at different stages of change.
Jamie utilizes evidence-based practices to assist individuals in managing symptoms, improving confidence, developing healthier relationships, improving effective communication skills, addressing substance abuse and making progress towards personal goals. has experience working in mental health clinics, intensive outpatient mental health programs and residential settings. Her distinct experience has provided her the opportunity to work with diverse populations who are all at different stages of change.
(516) 217-1673 View (516) 217-1673
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Steven Pinto
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, CCMHC, CAMS-
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724
I’m an executive coach, speaker and psychotherapist. I help hard working, ambitious people trade feeling overstressed and overworked for fulfilment and purpose. I’ll show you how to dig deep into your own strengths, bust through internal limits, and grab the steering wheel of your own life. My practical no-nonsense approach gives you the tools you need to become truly self reliant in life. Because when you become self-reliant you get to call the shots. You decide how to spend your time, and who to spend it with. Your life is truly in your hands.
I’m an executive coach, speaker and psychotherapist. I help hard working, ambitious people trade feeling overstressed and overworked for fulfilment and purpose. I’ll show you how to dig deep into your own strengths, bust through internal limits, and grab the steering wheel of your own life. My practical no-nonsense approach gives you the tools you need to become truly self reliant in life. Because when you become self-reliant you get to call the shots. You decide how to spend your time, and who to spend it with. Your life is truly in your hands.
(631) 259-4606 View (631) 259-4606
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Peter Juliano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC
Verified Verified
Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724
Peter Juliano is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor. Peter has been helping adolescents, adults, and families struggling with addiction and mental health disorders for more than 10 years. He has worked as a counselor, family therapist, and administrator in inpatient substance use disorder treatment and hospital settings. Peter is currently an adjunct professor at Adelphi University School of Social Work and teaches graduate level courses in individual counseling, group counseling, motivational interviewing, and family therapy.
Peter Juliano is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor. Peter has been helping adolescents, adults, and families struggling with addiction and mental health disorders for more than 10 years. He has worked as a counselor, family therapist, and administrator in inpatient substance use disorder treatment and hospital settings. Peter is currently an adjunct professor at Adelphi University School of Social Work and teaches graduate level courses in individual counseling, group counseling, motivational interviewing, and family therapy.
(516) 604-5163 View (516) 604-5163
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Carrie Bilitzki
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724
I have been working with families and children for the past 20 years. My goal is to establish a safe, comfortable, and secure environment for my clients. I believe that we all have the ability and strength to overcome obstacles in our lives and create the change that we seek. I help clients to focus on what they can do as opposed to what they can't.
I have been working with families and children for the past 20 years. My goal is to establish a safe, comfortable, and secure environment for my clients. I believe that we all have the ability and strength to overcome obstacles in our lives and create the change that we seek. I help clients to focus on what they can do as opposed to what they can't.
(516) 595-0093 View (516) 595-0093
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Chris Danzi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724
I provide unconditional positive regard, genuineness, empathy, support, and strength perspective based care for my clients. I believe we all have the potential to meet our goals and to thrive personally and professionally. My treatment is aimed at helping my clients explore and confront life's issues, process related feelings, identify options and resources, and learn new skills to manage and cope with their lives. During this process, I provide my clients with needed support and hope to create change.
I provide unconditional positive regard, genuineness, empathy, support, and strength perspective based care for my clients. I believe we all have the potential to meet our goals and to thrive personally and professionally. My treatment is aimed at helping my clients explore and confront life's issues, process related feelings, identify options and resources, and learn new skills to manage and cope with their lives. During this process, I provide my clients with needed support and hope to create change.
(516) 321-4719 View (516) 321-4719
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Stephanie Danzi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, R
Verified Verified
Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724
I am a firm believer that therapy can improve your life if you are ready. Seeking therapy is change. Clients seek treatment for additional support, making choices, resolving family conflict, achieving increased success in their careers or obtaining healthier relationships. My approach is catered to each individual client or family and ranges from psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral approaches to solution focused when needed. I am dedicated to helping my clients gain a new perspective and direction in their lives.
I am a firm believer that therapy can improve your life if you are ready. Seeking therapy is change. Clients seek treatment for additional support, making choices, resolving family conflict, achieving increased success in their careers or obtaining healthier relationships. My approach is catered to each individual client or family and ranges from psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral approaches to solution focused when needed. I am dedicated to helping my clients gain a new perspective and direction in their lives.
(516) 730-9156 View (516) 730-9156
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Patricia G Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724
Many people wait too long to call a therapist. They are suffering and think things might get better on their own. By waiting people just feel worse or relationship issues become even more complicated. Psychotherapy helps you find new pathways for healing, untangling life's challenges to arrive at greater clarity and peace. I make that process as comfortable as possible by being authentically present, connected, & open. An active listener to the issues you bring forth. It is my goal to establish a collaborative alliance with you so we can enable positive change leading to a deep sense of well being.
Many people wait too long to call a therapist. They are suffering and think things might get better on their own. By waiting people just feel worse or relationship issues become even more complicated. Psychotherapy helps you find new pathways for healing, untangling life's challenges to arrive at greater clarity and peace. I make that process as comfortable as possible by being authentically present, connected, & open. An active listener to the issues you bring forth. It is my goal to establish a collaborative alliance with you so we can enable positive change leading to a deep sense of well being.
(631) 706-4042 View (631) 706-4042
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Seymour Weissman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724
Do you want happiness and fulfillment? Do you want to change the direction of your life.? I have over thirty years of experience to help guide you. My down to earth realistic approach will establish a relationship between us to to help you improve.
Do you want happiness and fulfillment? Do you want to change the direction of your life.? I have over thirty years of experience to help guide you. My down to earth realistic approach will establish a relationship between us to to help you improve.
(631) 240-4154 View (631) 240-4154
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Karin Sabbeth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724
There's no shame in having a therapist. The right one will walk with you in the fullness of your experience as a person and help shape your evolving story. I have 29 years of practice experience and supervisory work and am happy to share my knowledge and expertise with you. Together we can figure out what your sticking points are and how you can create a more fulfilling life experience. I treat adults, teens, families and mental health colleagues for supervision purposes. From the right relationship, anything is possible. I'm looking forward to meeting you.
There's no shame in having a therapist. The right one will walk with you in the fullness of your experience as a person and help shape your evolving story. I have 29 years of practice experience and supervisory work and am happy to share my knowledge and expertise with you. Together we can figure out what your sticking points are and how you can create a more fulfilling life experience. I treat adults, teens, families and mental health colleagues for supervision purposes. From the right relationship, anything is possible. I'm looking forward to meeting you.
(631) 496-2261 View (631) 496-2261
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James Lahey
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724
James is a psychotherapist, a life coach, and a motivational speaker. He has over 20 years of experience in the mental health profession and is considered to be an effective healing agent of change who can encourage you, motivate you, and inspire you to fulfill your potential.
James is a psychotherapist, a life coach, and a motivational speaker. He has over 20 years of experience in the mental health profession and is considered to be an effective healing agent of change who can encourage you, motivate you, and inspire you to fulfill your potential.
(631) 405-4274 View (631) 405-4274
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Barbara K Posillico
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RLCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724
I am a caring and compassionate psychotherapist who works well with adolescents , families , adults and couples. My expertise includes treating depression , anxiety and self esteem issues. My goal is to help each client reach their full potential . I engage my clients with a warm and nonjudgmental style. I use a psychodynamic , cognitive -behavioral approach to create a shift in my clients self awareness . I have over 18 years of expirence and love working with people.
I am a caring and compassionate psychotherapist who works well with adolescents , families , adults and couples. My expertise includes treating depression , anxiety and self esteem issues. My goal is to help each client reach their full potential . I engage my clients with a warm and nonjudgmental style. I use a psychodynamic , cognitive -behavioral approach to create a shift in my clients self awareness . I have over 18 years of expirence and love working with people.
(631) 816-2569 View (631) 816-2569
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Danielle Johnson
Counselor, BA, MSEd, LMHC, NBCC
Verified Verified
Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724
In my private practice, I utilized a multi-modal approach including DBT, CBT, basic EMDR, family systems therapy as well as other techniques. I tailor all of my sessions to the client needs and modes of expression whether that is verbal, narrative or through play. I welcome clients from all walks of life who seek assistance in overcoming their obstacles to become the best that they can be.
In my private practice, I utilized a multi-modal approach including DBT, CBT, basic EMDR, family systems therapy as well as other techniques. I tailor all of my sessions to the client needs and modes of expression whether that is verbal, narrative or through play. I welcome clients from all walks of life who seek assistance in overcoming their obstacles to become the best that they can be.
(518) 636-0967 View (518) 636-0967
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Cynthia Luik
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724
Are you or your adolescent looking for the strength and courage to address difficult life situations? Do you not know where to begin? I know it can be difficult to ask for help. However, once that first step is taken with the right therapist, who appreciates and respects you as an individual, positive attainment of your goals can be achieved. I approach my work as a therapist with empathy, acceptance, compassion, and mutual respect. When working with adolescents I make it a requirement to involve the parents and provide them with frequent updates on their child.
Are you or your adolescent looking for the strength and courage to address difficult life situations? Do you not know where to begin? I know it can be difficult to ask for help. However, once that first step is taken with the right therapist, who appreciates and respects you as an individual, positive attainment of your goals can be achieved. I approach my work as a therapist with empathy, acceptance, compassion, and mutual respect. When working with adolescents I make it a requirement to involve the parents and provide them with frequent updates on their child.
(631) 223-7499 View (631) 223-7499
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Anjali Papaiacovou
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724  (Online Only)
Therapy is the first step in investing in yourself. I am a NYS licensed clinical social worker. My mission is to provide guidance and support to you without judgement in a safe, therapeutic environment so that you can focus your sessions on creating the positive life and perspective that you seek. Starting at the first session, I will work with you on creating a treatment plan as step one in order to gain a healthy perspective on your priorities.
Therapy is the first step in investing in yourself. I am a NYS licensed clinical social worker. My mission is to provide guidance and support to you without judgement in a safe, therapeutic environment so that you can focus your sessions on creating the positive life and perspective that you seek. Starting at the first session, I will work with you on creating a treatment plan as step one in order to gain a healthy perspective on your priorities.
(631) 593-0464 View (631) 593-0464
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Terrap Anxiety and Phobiacare
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724
Treatment begins in a relaxed setting within the context of a comfortable and safe relationship. Although past history and experiences certainly can play a role in contemporary problems, treatment starts in an active and directive way to help relieve the symptoms or distress that motivates treatment in the first place. This includes learning specific techniques and strategies to better manage symptoms and improve ones ability to function freely.
Treatment begins in a relaxed setting within the context of a comfortable and safe relationship. Although past history and experiences certainly can play a role in contemporary problems, treatment starts in an active and directive way to help relieve the symptoms or distress that motivates treatment in the first place. This includes learning specific techniques and strategies to better manage symptoms and improve ones ability to function freely.
(631) 494-3143 View (631) 494-3143
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Dana Rosen Akeson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724  (Online Only)
In order for therapy to work, it is important to choose the right therapist for you. I am a caring and supportive Social Worker who aims to help individuals achieve more comfortable and authentic lives. It is most important to me that my patients feel safe, valued, and respected in the therapeutic process and relationship. I work collaboratively with my patients in order to better understand their needs and what has brought them to this moment in time. Together, we will determine the best approach toward meeting those needs, in order to make changes that are positive and sustainable.
In order for therapy to work, it is important to choose the right therapist for you. I am a caring and supportive Social Worker who aims to help individuals achieve more comfortable and authentic lives. It is most important to me that my patients feel safe, valued, and respected in the therapeutic process and relationship. I work collaboratively with my patients in order to better understand their needs and what has brought them to this moment in time. Together, we will determine the best approach toward meeting those needs, in order to make changes that are positive and sustainable.
(516) 271-1484 View (516) 271-1484

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Nisha Beth Chitkara
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Lloyd Harbor, NY 11743  (Online Only)
I treat children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of difficulties including anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and life stressors.
Hello, my name is Nisha Chitkara, Ph.D. I have my doctorate in Clinical and School Psychology. The types of treatments I use with patients are evidence-based, meaning they have been shown in clinical studies to be effective. These include cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, exposure and response prevention, mindfulness based stress reduction, interpersonal social rhythms therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and motivational interviewing.
I treat children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of difficulties including anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and life stressors.
Hello, my name is Nisha Chitkara, Ph.D. I have my doctorate in Clinical and School Psychology. The types of treatments I use with patients are evidence-based, meaning they have been shown in clinical studies to be effective. These include cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, exposure and response prevention, mindfulness based stress reduction, interpersonal social rhythms therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and motivational interviewing.
(631) 400-3285 View (631) 400-3285
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Christine Tighe NPP
MS, CS, NPP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Huntington, NY 11743
As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I specialize in medication management. With 20 years in the field, I have extensive experience workng with clients from adolescence through adulthood with expertise in treating the full spectrum of depression and anxiety disorders, OCD, ADD, bipolar disorders and co-occurring substance/addiction issues. I can also offer DNA testing to assist with medication selection. I am fully credentialed and board certified. Although I don't accept insurance directly, I would be happy to work with your out of network coverage benefit or offer an adjusted fee scale to suit your needs.
As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I specialize in medication management. With 20 years in the field, I have extensive experience workng with clients from adolescence through adulthood with expertise in treating the full spectrum of depression and anxiety disorders, OCD, ADD, bipolar disorders and co-occurring substance/addiction issues. I can also offer DNA testing to assist with medication selection. I am fully credentialed and board certified. Although I don't accept insurance directly, I would be happy to work with your out of network coverage benefit or offer an adjusted fee scale to suit your needs.
(631) 721-9877 View (631) 721-9877
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Matt Brazezicke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Huntington, NY 11743
Matt Brazezicke LCSW Matt Brazezicke is a Clinical Social Worker licensed in the state of New York. He graduated from Stony Brook University in 2002 with a master’s in social work. In the more than twenty years since, he has dedicated himself to the field of mental health. Matt has always been passionate about helping people navigate through the challenges resulting mental health concerns and significant life stresses. He has spent extensive time working with adults who experience symptoms such as panic, negative thoughts, low self-esteem and decreased mood commonly associated with diagnosis of Depression and Bipolar Disorder.
Matt Brazezicke LCSW Matt Brazezicke is a Clinical Social Worker licensed in the state of New York. He graduated from Stony Brook University in 2002 with a master’s in social work. In the more than twenty years since, he has dedicated himself to the field of mental health. Matt has always been passionate about helping people navigate through the challenges resulting mental health concerns and significant life stresses. He has spent extensive time working with adults who experience symptoms such as panic, negative thoughts, low self-esteem and decreased mood commonly associated with diagnosis of Depression and Bipolar Disorder.
(516) 447-3621 View (516) 447-3621

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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.