Bipolar Disorder Therapists in East Meadow, NY

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Tracey Gecewicz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
East Meadow, NY 11554
I obtained my Master's in Social Work from Fordham University with a BS in Social Work from LIU. I maintain a well established Private Practice where I provide therapeutic services to individuals (18 years and up), couples, and families dealing with a wide ranges of issues including, but not limited to anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, divorce and marital discord.
I obtained my Master's in Social Work from Fordham University with a BS in Social Work from LIU. I maintain a well established Private Practice where I provide therapeutic services to individuals (18 years and up), couples, and families dealing with a wide ranges of issues including, but not limited to anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, divorce and marital discord.
(631) 759-8336 View (631) 759-8336
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Circle of Life Counseling Services, LCSW, P.C.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWR
Verified Verified
East Meadow, NY 11554
My name is Deb Viola and I am an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker. We are a group of compassionate, caring and professional therapists. We have been assisting individuals and couples in creating a healthier and happier life. We have had success in empowering clients to implement positive change in their lives. Through thoughtful understanding and compassion, we can help you make your desired life a reality. We work with clients to identify conflicts, negative patterns and sources of stress in their lives and help facilitate self-awareness and positive change. ** During these challenging times we offer Telehealth.
My name is Deb Viola and I am an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker. We are a group of compassionate, caring and professional therapists. We have been assisting individuals and couples in creating a healthier and happier life. We have had success in empowering clients to implement positive change in their lives. Through thoughtful understanding and compassion, we can help you make your desired life a reality. We work with clients to identify conflicts, negative patterns and sources of stress in their lives and help facilitate self-awareness and positive change. ** During these challenging times we offer Telehealth.
(516) 535-0525 View (516) 535-0525
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Bret S. Grube
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
East Meadow, NY 11554
Are you dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship problems, or other challenges, such as social phobia, grief, or occupational or educational problems? Do you feel stuck in some way, unable to move forward with your life? Most people do at some point. I will join you in helping to understand these problems and in developing solutions. I am patient, focused, and genuine. I believe you can resolve issues once you confront them in a warm, supportive environment with compassionate and therapeutic feedback. I am nonjudgmental and objective, with a positive and encouraging style. I’m happy to accommodate you in person or remotely.
Are you dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship problems, or other challenges, such as social phobia, grief, or occupational or educational problems? Do you feel stuck in some way, unable to move forward with your life? Most people do at some point. I will join you in helping to understand these problems and in developing solutions. I am patient, focused, and genuine. I believe you can resolve issues once you confront them in a warm, supportive environment with compassionate and therapeutic feedback. I am nonjudgmental and objective, with a positive and encouraging style. I’m happy to accommodate you in person or remotely.
(516) 928-4767 View (516) 928-4767
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Elana Friedman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
22 Endorsed
East Meadow, NY 11554
Is pain from your past and worry about your future hurting your present? As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional specializing in treating adults with a history of trauma, I am dedicated to helping you achieve a deeper understanding of yourself and others in order to heal from past experiences and live the life that is reflective of who you truly are! Feelings of depression, anxiety, isolation and insecurity can impair your functioning and inhibit traumatic healing. During our sessions, I will work with you to relieve these symptoms and promote true, lasting healing!
Is pain from your past and worry about your future hurting your present? As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional specializing in treating adults with a history of trauma, I am dedicated to helping you achieve a deeper understanding of yourself and others in order to heal from past experiences and live the life that is reflective of who you truly are! Feelings of depression, anxiety, isolation and insecurity can impair your functioning and inhibit traumatic healing. During our sessions, I will work with you to relieve these symptoms and promote true, lasting healing!
(516) 219-0068 View (516) 219-0068
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Kathleen Dwyer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS , MS
Verified Verified
East Meadow, NY 11554
We all want better relationships and struggle to understand each other. It is an honor to know and work with couples, families and people of all ages to build flexible thinking skills to help you find peace in the many transitions in life. You have abilities and confidence in yourself and we take the time to grow into that space where you want to be.
We all want better relationships and struggle to understand each other. It is an honor to know and work with couples, families and people of all ages to build flexible thinking skills to help you find peace in the many transitions in life. You have abilities and confidence in yourself and we take the time to grow into that space where you want to be.
(516) 400-4045 View (516) 400-4045
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Long Island Counseling Services, PC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
East Meadow, NY 11554
Sometimes all that stands in the way of your happiness and peace of mind is the way you think about things. It's remarkable how our own thoughts can work against us creating anxiety, depression and an overall feeling of being trapped or stuck. The happiness that you truly want and deserve is actually within your control! Whether it's getting rid of your fears, understanding why you feel sad, finally having that healthy relationship you have been yearning for, reducing stress, finding balance, or finally being able to answer the question "what will make me happy?".
Sometimes all that stands in the way of your happiness and peace of mind is the way you think about things. It's remarkable how our own thoughts can work against us creating anxiety, depression and an overall feeling of being trapped or stuck. The happiness that you truly want and deserve is actually within your control! Whether it's getting rid of your fears, understanding why you feel sad, finally having that healthy relationship you have been yearning for, reducing stress, finding balance, or finally being able to answer the question "what will make me happy?".
(516) 336-4125 View (516) 336-4125
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Mustufa Raja
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
East Meadow, NY 11554  (Online Only)
I'm just a mental health guide. You're the expert on you. You've lived your entire life with all of the context of all of your experiences, relationships etc. When you step into my sessions, you're providing me with a window into that world and I provide you with my clinical interpretation of what I perceive. You're the one that's living in it. It's my job to help you navigate your own mind to get you what you want. Not to shape you into what I believe is best. I'm just the mental health guy.
I'm just a mental health guide. You're the expert on you. You've lived your entire life with all of the context of all of your experiences, relationships etc. When you step into my sessions, you're providing me with a window into that world and I provide you with my clinical interpretation of what I perceive. You're the one that's living in it. It's my job to help you navigate your own mind to get you what you want. Not to shape you into what I believe is best. I'm just the mental health guy.
(516) 588-7755 View (516) 588-7755
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Eileen Toone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
East Meadow, NY 11554
I have been in practice for the past thirty years. I continue my education on an ongoing basis. My passion is to work through marital difficulties and individual issues.As of April 1, 2017, I will also include Divorce mediation to my practice.
I have been in practice for the past thirty years. I continue my education on an ongoing basis. My passion is to work through marital difficulties and individual issues.As of April 1, 2017, I will also include Divorce mediation to my practice.
(516) 336-8959 View (516) 336-8959
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Bernie Michael Glintz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD, FAPA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Meadow, NY 11554
"Change" is an inevitable part of life! Although it can result in new and exciting opportunities unfortunately, it can often create painful and unmanageable symptoms when we consider the "losses", transition and possible grief associated with it. Loss of relationships, marriage, family, loved ones, jobs, health, confidence, etc., can easily translate into anxiety, depression, confusion and doubt. As an empathetic, versatile and understanding therapist for over 30 years, I have been instrumental in changing individual and couples lives and futures by providing coping tools, strategies, and promoting resiliency with supportive and empowering approaches that the navigation of these challenges require.
"Change" is an inevitable part of life! Although it can result in new and exciting opportunities unfortunately, it can often create painful and unmanageable symptoms when we consider the "losses", transition and possible grief associated with it. Loss of relationships, marriage, family, loved ones, jobs, health, confidence, etc., can easily translate into anxiety, depression, confusion and doubt. As an empathetic, versatile and understanding therapist for over 30 years, I have been instrumental in changing individual and couples lives and futures by providing coping tools, strategies, and promoting resiliency with supportive and empowering approaches that the navigation of these challenges require.
(516) 967-0542 View (516) 967-0542
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Rafia Hamid
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
East Meadow, NY 11554
As a licensed psychologist, I provide a genuine and warm environment that allows you to explore your problems, find solutions, and develop insight. My goal is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. Building trust and a non-judgmental approach are key aspects of therapeutic work; I provide a confidential and safe space where you can learn to effectively deal with anxiety, depression, and self-limiting beliefs, allowing you to achieve a more fulfilling life.
As a licensed psychologist, I provide a genuine and warm environment that allows you to explore your problems, find solutions, and develop insight. My goal is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. Building trust and a non-judgmental approach are key aspects of therapeutic work; I provide a confidential and safe space where you can learn to effectively deal with anxiety, depression, and self-limiting beliefs, allowing you to achieve a more fulfilling life.
(516) 447-3814 View (516) 447-3814
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Jason Kreisberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
East Meadow, NY 11554
The stress from your external or inner world can sometimes make life feel overwhelming. Whether it’s stress related to family, work, relationships or the pressure you put on yourself - you deserve to receive support to take on these challenges. I provide an empathetic, compassionate, non-judgmental therapeutic environment to assist you with the stressors you are facing.
The stress from your external or inner world can sometimes make life feel overwhelming. Whether it’s stress related to family, work, relationships or the pressure you put on yourself - you deserve to receive support to take on these challenges. I provide an empathetic, compassionate, non-judgmental therapeutic environment to assist you with the stressors you are facing.
(631) 250-5586 View (631) 250-5586
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Dr. Ginette Grube
Psychologist, PsyD , MP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Meadow, NY 11554
I'm licensed in both medical psychology and clinical psychology. I prescribe psychiatric medication to treat anxiety, depression, ADHD, psychosis, emotional trauma, and other issues in Louisiana. I use psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and play/art therapy to address mood and behavioral issues, and problems around family and social functioning, school, and personal identity issues. I strive to help people flourish, and can provide a specific and unique therapeutic experience for you to reach your personal goals. I help people improve their self-understanding, address unresolved issues, and strengthen self-esteem.
I'm licensed in both medical psychology and clinical psychology. I prescribe psychiatric medication to treat anxiety, depression, ADHD, psychosis, emotional trauma, and other issues in Louisiana. I use psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and play/art therapy to address mood and behavioral issues, and problems around family and social functioning, school, and personal identity issues. I strive to help people flourish, and can provide a specific and unique therapeutic experience for you to reach your personal goals. I help people improve their self-understanding, address unresolved issues, and strengthen self-esteem.
(504) 285-4043 View (504) 285-4043
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Dennis Piliere LCSW-R Rosemary Cook PhD
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, PhD
Verified Verified
East Meadow, NY 11554
DENNIS PILIERE L.C.S.W-R has 27 years experience in virtually every area of psychotherapy. He's been the Director of inpatient and outpatient mental health and substance abuse programs as well as Director of Therapeutic Community Settings. His specialties include Substance Abuse,Court Mandated DWI programs, eating disorders, phobias, anger management, individual, couples, and family counseling.
DENNIS PILIERE L.C.S.W-R has 27 years experience in virtually every area of psychotherapy. He's been the Director of inpatient and outpatient mental health and substance abuse programs as well as Director of Therapeutic Community Settings. His specialties include Substance Abuse,Court Mandated DWI programs, eating disorders, phobias, anger management, individual, couples, and family counseling.
(631) 320-5253 View (631) 320-5253
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Niva L. Correa
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
East Meadow, NY 11554  (Online Only)
"We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give." ~Winston Churchill
"We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give." ~Winston Churchill
(516) 980-3039 View (516) 980-3039
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Your Therapist, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CASAC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
East Meadow, NY 11554  (Online Only)
Kudos to you! It takes such strength to acknowledge and respond to your needs and therapy is an incredibly effective way of gaining insight to promote self growth and achieve happiness. Our behaviors and day to day interactions with the world and the people in it, as well as how we feel about it, are based on a series of different parts; our thoughts, our experiences and our life events. My aim is to help you navigate difficult events, repair unhealthy interactions and get to the root of the issue; reframing unproductive thoughts and negative experiences so it is no longer hindering and you can become a better you.
Kudos to you! It takes such strength to acknowledge and respond to your needs and therapy is an incredibly effective way of gaining insight to promote self growth and achieve happiness. Our behaviors and day to day interactions with the world and the people in it, as well as how we feel about it, are based on a series of different parts; our thoughts, our experiences and our life events. My aim is to help you navigate difficult events, repair unhealthy interactions and get to the root of the issue; reframing unproductive thoughts and negative experiences so it is no longer hindering and you can become a better you.
(516) 473-0389 View (516) 473-0389
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First Step Directory
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
East Meadow, NY 11554
Deirdre built First Step Therapy & Wellness Group from the ground up and has been hands on every step of the way. Her work ethic is indisputable and she is completely invested in creating a cohesive work environment adhering to values such as mutual respect and equality. She believes healthy doses of restraint combined with self discipline are key components to her success both personally and professionally. Deirdre is highly regarded by her peers and is a long-standing staple within the community where she is committed to creating a safe secure environment for her clients and colleagues. Ms. Holland currently maintains an established private practice
Deirdre built First Step Therapy & Wellness Group from the ground up and has been hands on every step of the way. Her work ethic is indisputable and she is completely invested in creating a cohesive work environment adhering to values such as mutual respect and equality. She believes healthy doses of restraint combined with self discipline are key components to her success both personally and professionally. Deirdre is highly regarded by her peers and is a long-standing staple within the community where she is committed to creating a safe secure environment for her clients and colleagues. Ms. Holland currently maintains an established private practice
(516) 324-3167 View (516) 324-3167
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Tricia Singh
Counselor, LMHC, CAMS-II, CCFS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Meadow, NY 11554  (Online Only)
You deserve to live a happier and healthier life. Together, we can begin the exploration of understanding where you are and where you want to be. Together, we can uncover your strengths and help you learn new skills that will allow you to cope more effectively. I am a licensed mental health counselor with over 17 years of clinical experience working in community-based mental health clinics, forensic settings, public schools, and higher education settings. My experience is with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families with various behavioral, mental health, substance abuse, and relational issues.
You deserve to live a happier and healthier life. Together, we can begin the exploration of understanding where you are and where you want to be. Together, we can uncover your strengths and help you learn new skills that will allow you to cope more effectively. I am a licensed mental health counselor with over 17 years of clinical experience working in community-based mental health clinics, forensic settings, public schools, and higher education settings. My experience is with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families with various behavioral, mental health, substance abuse, and relational issues.
(516) 494-3700 View (516) 494-3700
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Jaclyn Russell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
East Meadow, NY 11554  (Online Only)
I have 15+ years of experience in providing individual, group and family psychotherapy services to children, adolescents and adults.
I have 15+ years of experience in providing individual, group and family psychotherapy services to children, adolescents and adults.
(631) 519-8243 View (631) 519-8243

More Therapists Nearby

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Sacred Space Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CASAC
Verified Verified
North Bellmore, NY 11710  (Online Only)
Are you unhappy and unfilled in your relationships. Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, Bipolar Disorder, or other mental health issues. Do you struggle with self-esteem issues, feel stuck in the vicious cycle of negative and unproductive decision making. Have issues with addiction, trauma, and dual diagnosis. Or do you experience stress from life’s day to day challenges.
Are you unhappy and unfilled in your relationships. Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, Bipolar Disorder, or other mental health issues. Do you struggle with self-esteem issues, feel stuck in the vicious cycle of negative and unproductive decision making. Have issues with addiction, trauma, and dual diagnosis. Or do you experience stress from life’s day to day challenges.
(516) 908-7680 View (516) 908-7680
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Sara Mohamed
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, MSEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Levittown, NY 11756
I have 3+ years of experience providing therapy to children, adults, groups, couples, and families. I also have experience working with individuals diagnosed with a variety of disorders such as bipolar, borderline personality disorder, depression, anxiety, adjustment disorder, OCD, ADHD, ODD, building self esteem and more.
I have 3+ years of experience providing therapy to children, adults, groups, couples, and families. I also have experience working with individuals diagnosed with a variety of disorders such as bipolar, borderline personality disorder, depression, anxiety, adjustment disorder, OCD, ADHD, ODD, building self esteem and more.
(516) 400-4594 View (516) 400-4594

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.