Bipolar Disorder Therapists in Hempstead, NY
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Evaluaciones psicologicas para imigracion
Counselor, MS, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
Hempstead, NY 11550
Emotional Disturbance, ADHD, Bipolar, depression, Anxiety, Family conflicts , Mood Disorders, trauma or exposure to violence; physical, emotional or sexual abuse, Grief/ Bereavement, Transgender, Impulse control Disorders.
I am a Bilingual (English/Spanish) NYS Board certified Licensed Mental Health Counselor, New Jersey Licensed Board of Marriage & Family therapy & Florida Mental Health Counselor. I specialize in working with diverse and vulnerable populations. I also Conduct psychosocial evaluations for immigrationcases (Vawa law, Waivers and Political Asylum cases). Being bilingual and bicultural gives me the opportunity to reach numerous individuals in need of psychological help. I have vast experience in providing psychological assessment and treatment services to children, adolescents, adults and families both in the Unites States and Ecuador.
Emotional Disturbance, ADHD, Bipolar, depression, Anxiety, Family conflicts , Mood Disorders, trauma or exposure to violence; physical, emotional or sexual abuse, Grief/ Bereavement, Transgender, Impulse control Disorders.
I am a Bilingual (English/Spanish) NYS Board certified Licensed Mental Health Counselor, New Jersey Licensed Board of Marriage & Family therapy & Florida Mental Health Counselor. I specialize in working with diverse and vulnerable populations. I also Conduct psychosocial evaluations for immigrationcases (Vawa law, Waivers and Political Asylum cases). Being bilingual and bicultural gives me the opportunity to reach numerous individuals in need of psychological help. I have vast experience in providing psychological assessment and treatment services to children, adolescents, adults and families both in the Unites States and Ecuador.
Hi, My name is Tallat Shahzadi. I am a Licensed Mental Health and Certified Alcohol & Substance Abuse Counselor. I work with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, anger management, ADHD/ADD, bipolar disorder, trauma, addiction, and codependency issues.
Hi, My name is Tallat Shahzadi. I am a Licensed Mental Health and Certified Alcohol & Substance Abuse Counselor. I work with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, anger management, ADHD/ADD, bipolar disorder, trauma, addiction, and codependency issues.
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Amanda is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with more than 3 years of specializing with clients with acute and persistent mental illness. Some of these diagnoses include depression, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, psychosis, substance abuse disorders, and other diagnoses from the DSM-5. Amanda typically treats patients between the ages of 17 and 90, where she provides a non-judgmental environment that clients can express themselves comfortably and freely. In addition, she typically seeks to utilize a holistic approach with clients, due to believing that therapy is not always a "one-size-fits all" process.
Amanda is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with more than 3 years of specializing with clients with acute and persistent mental illness. Some of these diagnoses include depression, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, psychosis, substance abuse disorders, and other diagnoses from the DSM-5. Amanda typically treats patients between the ages of 17 and 90, where she provides a non-judgmental environment that clients can express themselves comfortably and freely. In addition, she typically seeks to utilize a holistic approach with clients, due to believing that therapy is not always a "one-size-fits all" process.
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Jasmine Mathurin received a B.A. in Sociology at Boston College and her Masters in Social Work at Fordham University. She has a background that involves providing individual and group therapy to women, children, adolescents, and families battling various forms of mental illness, including depression, anxiety disorders, learning disabilities, phobias and attention disorders. She has received intensive training in the dynamics of Domestic Violence, Rape, Sexual Assault and the Neurobiology of Trauma. She has special interests in Narcissistic Abuse and Complex Trauma.
Jasmine Mathurin received a B.A. in Sociology at Boston College and her Masters in Social Work at Fordham University. She has a background that involves providing individual and group therapy to women, children, adolescents, and families battling various forms of mental illness, including depression, anxiety disorders, learning disabilities, phobias and attention disorders. She has received intensive training in the dynamics of Domestic Violence, Rape, Sexual Assault and the Neurobiology of Trauma. She has special interests in Narcissistic Abuse and Complex Trauma.
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Dr. Mitch and Lisa Marriages/Couples Workshops
PsyD, MSW, Life, Coach
Verified Verified
Hempstead, NY 11550
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
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“The good life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction, not a destination.” Carl Rogers Life can be hard at times. It can feel like one problem after another, spiraling out of control. It can seem impossible to live a happy life when you have daily stressors, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, or past trauma keeping you stagnant. Are you someone who is ready and willing to put the work in to create your happy life? “You do not find the happy life. You make it.” Camilla Eyring Kimball If so, then I’m the therapist for you! Together we can overcome life’s most difficult challenges.
“The good life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction, not a destination.” Carl Rogers Life can be hard at times. It can feel like one problem after another, spiraling out of control. It can seem impossible to live a happy life when you have daily stressors, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, or past trauma keeping you stagnant. Are you someone who is ready and willing to put the work in to create your happy life? “You do not find the happy life. You make it.” Camilla Eyring Kimball If so, then I’m the therapist for you! Together we can overcome life’s most difficult challenges.
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It is my belief that the therapeutic process is meant to be a collaborative effort; a partnership between client and therapist. We will work together to find the best path to deal with the issues you bring into the room. It is of the utmost importance that a sense of comfort and open communication be established in the therapeutic relationship, as a foundation to accomplish the desired changes.
It is my belief that the therapeutic process is meant to be a collaborative effort; a partnership between client and therapist. We will work together to find the best path to deal with the issues you bring into the room. It is of the utmost importance that a sense of comfort and open communication be established in the therapeutic relationship, as a foundation to accomplish the desired changes.
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As a solution-focused psychologist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve the challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
As a solution-focused psychologist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve the challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
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Audrey Freshman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, CASAC
Verified Verified
Hempstead, NY 11550
If you, or your loved one are facing a potential problem with alcohol/drugs; or depression/anxiety; or are having difficulties with a complicated relationship; or all of the above at once; ...then I am the therapist for you. I can identify the next treatment steps in a safe and confidential atmosphere. If you are a parent/spouse and are frightened and frustrated by your loved one's use of alcohol, weed or other drugs, then I can guide you in a process of intervention. My services are provided with the utmost of professional concern and a standard of care that I would desire for my own friends/family.
If you, or your loved one are facing a potential problem with alcohol/drugs; or depression/anxiety; or are having difficulties with a complicated relationship; or all of the above at once; ...then I am the therapist for you. I can identify the next treatment steps in a safe and confidential atmosphere. If you are a parent/spouse and are frightened and frustrated by your loved one's use of alcohol, weed or other drugs, then I can guide you in a process of intervention. My services are provided with the utmost of professional concern and a standard of care that I would desire for my own friends/family.
There are times when seeking the support of a therapist is necessary to navigate life's challenges. Finding a therapist who can best meet your needs can also be challenging. My extensive experience can ease that task.
There are times when seeking the support of a therapist is necessary to navigate life's challenges. Finding a therapist who can best meet your needs can also be challenging. My extensive experience can ease that task.
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Fanita Henderson
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, NCC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
Hempstead, NY 11550 (Online Only)
Are you struggling in your relationships? Do you feel misunderstood? Do you feel like you are on an emotional roller coaster? I can help your relationships thrive. I provide a safe and understanding environment where healthy communication takes place, the true nature of problems are addressed and healthy solutions are discovered. I specialize in pre-marital and marital therapy. Individual and couples' therapies are geared toward personal growth and more fulfilling and satisfying relationships.
Are you struggling in your relationships? Do you feel misunderstood? Do you feel like you are on an emotional roller coaster? I can help your relationships thrive. I provide a safe and understanding environment where healthy communication takes place, the true nature of problems are addressed and healthy solutions are discovered. I specialize in pre-marital and marital therapy. Individual and couples' therapies are geared toward personal growth and more fulfilling and satisfying relationships.
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Jacqueline McIntosh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hempstead, NY 11550
You aim for success and often achieve it! But somehow an empty feeling sometimes arises and the healthier, inner, emotional life you value feels just out of reach. Perhaps at times the relationships you hold dear are affected in ways you don't intend. Some things seem out of alignment for you despite the many things you do right, you're uncertain how to attain the inner well-being you crave and believe in. Perhaps a sense of purposelessness haunts you or you yearn for greater self-understanding, or the ability to feel more at ease within yourself. Give yourself the opportunity to be more fully heard on your thoughts and concerns.
You aim for success and often achieve it! But somehow an empty feeling sometimes arises and the healthier, inner, emotional life you value feels just out of reach. Perhaps at times the relationships you hold dear are affected in ways you don't intend. Some things seem out of alignment for you despite the many things you do right, you're uncertain how to attain the inner well-being you crave and believe in. Perhaps a sense of purposelessness haunts you or you yearn for greater self-understanding, or the ability to feel more at ease within yourself. Give yourself the opportunity to be more fully heard on your thoughts and concerns.
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PLEASE NOTE – INDIVIDUAL APPOINTMENTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE. DO NOT CONTACT UNLESS YOU ARE INTERESTED. Water Gap Wellness offers the most comprehensive and intensive Mental Health and Substance Use Treatment Program in the Northeast. The Program requires a continuous commitment of 6 hours per day 6 days per week. Preferred housing is available. The Program includes 1 weekly session with a psychiatrist, 2 sessions with your primary therapist, and daily group sessions. Water Gap Wellness is an outpatient provider that accepts all private insurance. Located 75 miles from NYC and less than 100 miles from Philadelphia and Connecticut.
PLEASE NOTE – INDIVIDUAL APPOINTMENTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE. DO NOT CONTACT UNLESS YOU ARE INTERESTED. Water Gap Wellness offers the most comprehensive and intensive Mental Health and Substance Use Treatment Program in the Northeast. The Program requires a continuous commitment of 6 hours per day 6 days per week. Preferred housing is available. The Program includes 1 weekly session with a psychiatrist, 2 sessions with your primary therapist, and daily group sessions. Water Gap Wellness is an outpatient provider that accepts all private insurance. Located 75 miles from NYC and less than 100 miles from Philadelphia and Connecticut.
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Feeling disconnected from oneself can become all too easy in an increasingly fast-paced and interconnected world. I aim to create a warm and non-judgmental space where you can pause from the hustle and bustle and reconnect with yourself and what is most important to you. Processing your thoughts, feelings, and experiences, both past and present, can lead to greater self-understanding and help you recover what it means to live your most authentic and joyful life. We all can heal and grow, and together we will work to overcome barriers and develop tools to help you to live the life you want.
Feeling disconnected from oneself can become all too easy in an increasingly fast-paced and interconnected world. I aim to create a warm and non-judgmental space where you can pause from the hustle and bustle and reconnect with yourself and what is most important to you. Processing your thoughts, feelings, and experiences, both past and present, can lead to greater self-understanding and help you recover what it means to live your most authentic and joyful life. We all can heal and grow, and together we will work to overcome barriers and develop tools to help you to live the life you want.
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Amanda C Bernhard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hempstead, NY 11550 (Online Only)
Therapy can be scary and I understand how overwhelming it may feel to begin the treatment process. Therefore, it is my goal to create a safe, comfortable and judgement free environment for each of my clients. Together, it is my hope to build a trusting, therapeutic relationship to support each client's healing and growth. I believe that it is my role as a therapist to allow each client to be heard and to guide them through the change process in a way that makes sense for them. I use a person-centered approach to therapy and a combination of mindfulness, cognitive behaviorial therapy (CBT), and problem solving treatment.
Therapy can be scary and I understand how overwhelming it may feel to begin the treatment process. Therefore, it is my goal to create a safe, comfortable and judgement free environment for each of my clients. Together, it is my hope to build a trusting, therapeutic relationship to support each client's healing and growth. I believe that it is my role as a therapist to allow each client to be heard and to guide them through the change process in a way that makes sense for them. I use a person-centered approach to therapy and a combination of mindfulness, cognitive behaviorial therapy (CBT), and problem solving treatment.
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Everyone is entitled to a fulfilling life, but sometimes things don’t come naturally. David Coen, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, believes in facilitating positive change in people and that hard work, self-reflection, and openness to new ways of thinking will be the driving force for growth. I work with individuals from adolescence to late adulthood to help people find solutions to the obstacles keeping them from self-fulfillment. Through an integrated approach of cognitive-behavioral and person-centered therapy I have helped clients with anxiety, depression, substance related issues, and a variety of life goals.
Everyone is entitled to a fulfilling life, but sometimes things don’t come naturally. David Coen, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, believes in facilitating positive change in people and that hard work, self-reflection, and openness to new ways of thinking will be the driving force for growth. I work with individuals from adolescence to late adulthood to help people find solutions to the obstacles keeping them from self-fulfillment. Through an integrated approach of cognitive-behavioral and person-centered therapy I have helped clients with anxiety, depression, substance related issues, and a variety of life goals.
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Dr. Jemour Maddux Psychologist, Accepting Patients
Psychologist
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hempstead, NY 11550 (Online Only)
Professional - Doctoral Level - Theologically Sensitive - TeleHealth Friendly - Diagnostician & Therapist: Dr. Maddux offers tools for escaping bothersome thoughts, behaviors & reactions so you can reclaim self-control, fresh perspectives, stable relationships, energy & hope. I also understand that faith is important. I completed postdoctoral Theology & Ministry education at Princeton Theological Seminary to ethically combine faith-based tools & evidence-based psychotherapies, such as CBT & ERP. My style is time-limited & practical. Get a "Game Plan" for reaching your social, emotional & relationship goals.
Professional - Doctoral Level - Theologically Sensitive - TeleHealth Friendly - Diagnostician & Therapist: Dr. Maddux offers tools for escaping bothersome thoughts, behaviors & reactions so you can reclaim self-control, fresh perspectives, stable relationships, energy & hope. I also understand that faith is important. I completed postdoctoral Theology & Ministry education at Princeton Theological Seminary to ethically combine faith-based tools & evidence-based psychotherapies, such as CBT & ERP. My style is time-limited & practical. Get a "Game Plan" for reaching your social, emotional & relationship goals.
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Katherine Angulo Leal is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York who has been practicing since 2020. She has a Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Long Island University and a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Sociology from Queens College. Katherine believes that through supportive and empathic therapy, clients are able to work towards finding meaning in their lives. A person-centered approach empowers clients to believe in themselves by building their self-esteem and taking control of their emotions. Katherine can provide tools and help clients grow towards being emotionally resilient.
Katherine Angulo Leal is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York who has been practicing since 2020. She has a Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Long Island University and a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Sociology from Queens College. Katherine believes that through supportive and empathic therapy, clients are able to work towards finding meaning in their lives. A person-centered approach empowers clients to believe in themselves by building their self-esteem and taking control of their emotions. Katherine can provide tools and help clients grow towards being emotionally resilient.
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Erin Jefferson is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York who has been practicing since 2020. Erin has a knack for helping people of all ages navigate life's twists and turns. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck in a rut, or just need someone to talk to, Erin is here to lend an ear and offer practical solutions that work for you. With Erin, therapy isn't just about sitting in a stuffy office and spilling your guts "“ it's about creating a safe, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, learn new coping strategies, and have a few laughs along the way.
Erin Jefferson is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York who has been practicing since 2020. Erin has a knack for helping people of all ages navigate life's twists and turns. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck in a rut, or just need someone to talk to, Erin is here to lend an ear and offer practical solutions that work for you. With Erin, therapy isn't just about sitting in a stuffy office and spilling your guts "“ it's about creating a safe, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, learn new coping strategies, and have a few laughs along the way.
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Charisse Civil is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York who has been practicing since 2023. Charisse graduated from Stony Brook University with her Bachelor's degree in Psychology, later going on to obtain her graduate degree in social work with a focus in Individual and Family counseling from Hunter College. Charisse has devoted her entire career to the fields of social services and mental health for over a decade within various diverse settings such as a hospital, mobile crisis team, outpatient treatment, and non-profit community agencies.
Charisse Civil is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York who has been practicing since 2023. Charisse graduated from Stony Brook University with her Bachelor's degree in Psychology, later going on to obtain her graduate degree in social work with a focus in Individual and Family counseling from Hunter College. Charisse has devoted her entire career to the fields of social services and mental health for over a decade within various diverse settings such as a hospital, mobile crisis team, outpatient treatment, and non-profit community agencies.
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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.