Bipolar Disorder Therapists in Wayne, PA
For 18 years, I have worked in diverse settings reflecting my varying passions: social justice, addiction, anxiety, bipolar disorder, grief, forensics, struggling youngsters, and spiritually identifying individuals.
You want more and deserve better. For many adults and youngsters, feelings of anxiety and depression leave you feeling like you are just getting by. Meeting in person, talking about your thoughts, feelings, and concerns within a safe therapeutic relationship, we can work together to help you become unstuck and rebuild a life with purpose and meaning. For some, this may include processing painful emotions, grieving losses, navigating difficult relationships, or changing self-defeating patterns. Therapy is hard work and by reading this page, you’ve already shown you’re curious to learn more about yourself and are motivated to change.
For 18 years, I have worked in diverse settings reflecting my varying passions: social justice, addiction, anxiety, bipolar disorder, grief, forensics, struggling youngsters, and spiritually identifying individuals.
You want more and deserve better. For many adults and youngsters, feelings of anxiety and depression leave you feeling like you are just getting by. Meeting in person, talking about your thoughts, feelings, and concerns within a safe therapeutic relationship, we can work together to help you become unstuck and rebuild a life with purpose and meaning. For some, this may include processing painful emotions, grieving losses, navigating difficult relationships, or changing self-defeating patterns. Therapy is hard work and by reading this page, you’ve already shown you’re curious to learn more about yourself and are motivated to change.
Vanessa Evearts
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW, CPMC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wayne, PA 19087 (Online Only)
Living with depression, anxiety, or knowing something isn’t right but not knowing what to call it can be overwhelming and feel defeating. As a therapist and a human being I have seen the immense strength it takes to make the first step to ask for help and support. Your recovery and healing journey begins with you, who you are as a person and your experiences. I believe that you have immeasurable tools and strengths inside waiting to be discovered. I have been a therapist for the last 10 years providing therapy to adults living with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, self-esteem issues and psychotic disorders.
Living with depression, anxiety, or knowing something isn’t right but not knowing what to call it can be overwhelming and feel defeating. As a therapist and a human being I have seen the immense strength it takes to make the first step to ask for help and support. Your recovery and healing journey begins with you, who you are as a person and your experiences. I believe that you have immeasurable tools and strengths inside waiting to be discovered. I have been a therapist for the last 10 years providing therapy to adults living with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, self-esteem issues and psychotic disorders.
I have prior experience in child welfare and the juvenile justice system and extensive experience working with individuals diagnosed with severe mental illnesses, including Bipolar Disorder and Schizophrenia.
"It is the client who knows what hurts, what directions to go, what problems are crucial, what experiences have been deeply buried." -Carl Rodgers I am here to help guide you on YOUR journey. I'm passionate about creating resources for those struggling with mental health issues or just everyday problems. As a Licensed Professional Counselor I've spent the past 10 years dedicated to providing services to incarcerated and post-incarcerated individuals, their families and those working in the criminal legal system.
I have prior experience in child welfare and the juvenile justice system and extensive experience working with individuals diagnosed with severe mental illnesses, including Bipolar Disorder and Schizophrenia.
"It is the client who knows what hurts, what directions to go, what problems are crucial, what experiences have been deeply buried." -Carl Rodgers I am here to help guide you on YOUR journey. I'm passionate about creating resources for those struggling with mental health issues or just everyday problems. As a Licensed Professional Counselor I've spent the past 10 years dedicated to providing services to incarcerated and post-incarcerated individuals, their families and those working in the criminal legal system.
Thank you so much for taking the time to review my profile! My name is Avia James, and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania. With over 10 years of experience, both in-person and online, I can confidently say, that my main goal is to help you feel that you've reached the right place! I believe that a successful therapy has a lot to do with the therapeutic relationship. Therefore, I strive to create a space that feels safe, non-judgmental and accommodating. Will it be your experience? There's only one way to find out! Hoping to see you soon!
Thank you so much for taking the time to review my profile! My name is Avia James, and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania. With over 10 years of experience, both in-person and online, I can confidently say, that my main goal is to help you feel that you've reached the right place! I believe that a successful therapy has a lot to do with the therapeutic relationship. Therefore, I strive to create a space that feels safe, non-judgmental and accommodating. Will it be your experience? There's only one way to find out! Hoping to see you soon!
My ideal client wants something better, has no idea what "better" is or looks like, and has no idea where to start. They are still determining if they are ready to start or commit to that change. What they need is a person and a space to figure it out. Deep down, they know where they are right now can be better, whether in relationships, emotions, daily habits, major life goals, or anything in-between. But, most importantly, they want a space where they can process and grow from that place and build a sustainable life.
My ideal client wants something better, has no idea what "better" is or looks like, and has no idea where to start. They are still determining if they are ready to start or commit to that change. What they need is a person and a space to figure it out. Deep down, they know where they are right now can be better, whether in relationships, emotions, daily habits, major life goals, or anything in-between. But, most importantly, they want a space where they can process and grow from that place and build a sustainable life.
My ideal client is the client that has an idea of what they want in life but is overwhelmed with life stressors such as anxiety and depression. This client needs a safe space to explore their life options and the triggers that are causing negative thinking patterns, self-doubt, and low self-confidence. This client needs support, encouragement, and a non-judgmental approach to achieve their goals.
My ideal client is the client that has an idea of what they want in life but is overwhelmed with life stressors such as anxiety and depression. This client needs a safe space to explore their life options and the triggers that are causing negative thinking patterns, self-doubt, and low self-confidence. This client needs support, encouragement, and a non-judgmental approach to achieve their goals.
Mell Coupland is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Pennsylvania who has been practicing since 2016. She has a Masters in Social Work and Political Science. Therapy is an avenue for change, growth, and development. Mell is here to help individuals with what is happening in the here and now. She incorporates mindfulness with cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing techniques. Outside of work, Mell loves going to the gym, spending time outside, and her two pugs.
Mell Coupland is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Pennsylvania who has been practicing since 2016. She has a Masters in Social Work and Political Science. Therapy is an avenue for change, growth, and development. Mell is here to help individuals with what is happening in the here and now. She incorporates mindfulness with cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing techniques. Outside of work, Mell loves going to the gym, spending time outside, and her two pugs.
Daniel provides personalized counseling services to adolescents, adults, and families. Grounded in his education and 20 years counseling experience, Daniel offers an integrative approach which is respectful of an individual's experience and focuses on improving existing strengths while developing new skills. Daniel works with people from mid-teens through adulthood and he enjoys helping people navigate life's challenges. Daniel has a special interest in men's health and helping young men understand and overcome unique challenges in work, school, family and peer relationships, and sexual orientation.
Daniel provides personalized counseling services to adolescents, adults, and families. Grounded in his education and 20 years counseling experience, Daniel offers an integrative approach which is respectful of an individual's experience and focuses on improving existing strengths while developing new skills. Daniel works with people from mid-teens through adulthood and he enjoys helping people navigate life's challenges. Daniel has a special interest in men's health and helping young men understand and overcome unique challenges in work, school, family and peer relationships, and sexual orientation.
Rachel Guides has over 20 years of experience providing psychotherapy and Psychoeducational/Psychological Evaluations. She provides a compassionate and supportive environment to develop a strong therapeutic relationship with her clients. Dr. Guides works with adolescents and adults in therapy using an integration of cognitive-behavioral and insight-oriented methods to provide treatment that is tailored to meet each client's unique needs. She has extensive experience working with clients to address a range of concerns, including eating disorders, anxiety, depression and relationship issues.
Rachel Guides has over 20 years of experience providing psychotherapy and Psychoeducational/Psychological Evaluations. She provides a compassionate and supportive environment to develop a strong therapeutic relationship with her clients. Dr. Guides works with adolescents and adults in therapy using an integration of cognitive-behavioral and insight-oriented methods to provide treatment that is tailored to meet each client's unique needs. She has extensive experience working with clients to address a range of concerns, including eating disorders, anxiety, depression and relationship issues.
Tired of hurting? Frustrated with others giving well-meaning but unhelpful advice? Do you long to be heard? You're certainly not alone. We all ache for different reasons including deep sadness, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, job challenges and addiction. Often, what we need is for someone to truly listen and help us sort through our thoughts and feelings to gain understanding about the situation and ourselves. I believe in the therapeutic process because I know that it's effective. It involves no longer avoiding what is painful, confusing or scary and, with help, walking through it to find both insight and relief.
Tired of hurting? Frustrated with others giving well-meaning but unhelpful advice? Do you long to be heard? You're certainly not alone. We all ache for different reasons including deep sadness, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, job challenges and addiction. Often, what we need is for someone to truly listen and help us sort through our thoughts and feelings to gain understanding about the situation and ourselves. I believe in the therapeutic process because I know that it's effective. It involves no longer avoiding what is painful, confusing or scary and, with help, walking through it to find both insight and relief.
Kristy Kingan
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC, LAPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wayne, PA 19087 (Online Only)
I am a clinician specializing in trauma, eating disorders, addiction and LGBTQIA+ issues for individuals, couples, and families. I have extensive experience working with individuals with severe trauma, anxiety, and depression, often with various co-occurring disorders ranging from addictions to schizophrenia.
I am a clinician specializing in trauma, eating disorders, addiction and LGBTQIA+ issues for individuals, couples, and families. I have extensive experience working with individuals with severe trauma, anxiety, and depression, often with various co-occurring disorders ranging from addictions to schizophrenia.
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Abe received his masters in professional counseling at La Salle University and is a Licensed Professional Counselor, and has been working in the field since 2016 as a therapist for various populations. He specializes in working with adolescents, teens, and young adults (14-25) and has experience working with older adults as well. Throughout his career he has developed experience and specialization helping clients work through anxiety, interpersonal difficulties, LGBTQIA+ issues, emotional struggles connected to chronic illness, and transitional life difficulties.
Abe received his masters in professional counseling at La Salle University and is a Licensed Professional Counselor, and has been working in the field since 2016 as a therapist for various populations. He specializes in working with adolescents, teens, and young adults (14-25) and has experience working with older adults as well. Throughout his career he has developed experience and specialization helping clients work through anxiety, interpersonal difficulties, LGBTQIA+ issues, emotional struggles connected to chronic illness, and transitional life difficulties.
Paul A. Fisher, LPC is dedicated to helping individuals and couples navigate life's challenges with compassion and expertise. Serving the Pennsylvania area, Paul brings over 25 years of experience to his work, offering a clientcentered approach that prioritizes the unique needs and goals of each person. He specializes in providing therapy to adults of all ages, from young adults to seniors, helping them manage and overcome mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, and substance use disorders.
Paul A. Fisher, LPC is dedicated to helping individuals and couples navigate life's challenges with compassion and expertise. Serving the Pennsylvania area, Paul brings over 25 years of experience to his work, offering a clientcentered approach that prioritizes the unique needs and goals of each person. He specializes in providing therapy to adults of all ages, from young adults to seniors, helping them manage and overcome mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, and substance use disorders.
Kimberly Ring
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Wayne, PA 19087 (Online Only)
In my 25 years as a therapist my approach is to assist clients in identifying their goals and figure out what they need to move forward and experience a happier, more peaceful life. I support clients in addressing their struggles with mood concerns, anxiety, trauma, parenting, and life stressors.
In my 25 years as a therapist my approach is to assist clients in identifying their goals and figure out what they need to move forward and experience a happier, more peaceful life. I support clients in addressing their struggles with mood concerns, anxiety, trauma, parenting, and life stressors.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Kruti Quazi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTP, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Wayne, PA 19087
I offer therapy for individuals 13+, couples, and families. If you're struggling with negative thinking patterns, relationship issues, parent/child issues, school related issues, anxiety, stress, or past trauma, know that you're not alone. I specialize in helping individuals who are navigating these difficulties and seeking a more fulfilling life. My personalized approach blends DBT, CBT, mindfulness, emotional understanding, and practical solutions to address the unique needs and goals of each client.
I offer therapy for individuals 13+, couples, and families. If you're struggling with negative thinking patterns, relationship issues, parent/child issues, school related issues, anxiety, stress, or past trauma, know that you're not alone. I specialize in helping individuals who are navigating these difficulties and seeking a more fulfilling life. My personalized approach blends DBT, CBT, mindfulness, emotional understanding, and practical solutions to address the unique needs and goals of each client.
Waiting lists are long, things become urgent, and good help can be hard to find. If you or someone you know is struggling with issues like depression, anxiety, academic struggles, life transitions, obsessive compulsive disorder, ADHD, self injury, sexual orientation, gender identity, or suicidal ideation please reach out to set up an appointment or brief introductory virtual meeting. Weekend and evening appointment times are available. I know first hand how scary it can be to watch an adolescent you love struggle and suffer.
Waiting lists are long, things become urgent, and good help can be hard to find. If you or someone you know is struggling with issues like depression, anxiety, academic struggles, life transitions, obsessive compulsive disorder, ADHD, self injury, sexual orientation, gender identity, or suicidal ideation please reach out to set up an appointment or brief introductory virtual meeting. Weekend and evening appointment times are available. I know first hand how scary it can be to watch an adolescent you love struggle and suffer.
I provide therapy for individuals, couples, families, adults and children. I have worked with many different clients providing the support needed for change. My experience at various social service agencies, at a child and family clinic; and in a college clinic has given me the opportunity to work with many adults, children, adolescents and families. I find my training in marriage and family therapy is particularly helpful for my clients in that it helps individuals better understand their relationships with themselves and others in their life. I regularly look at the systemic process in relationships, and at attachment issues.
I provide therapy for individuals, couples, families, adults and children. I have worked with many different clients providing the support needed for change. My experience at various social service agencies, at a child and family clinic; and in a college clinic has given me the opportunity to work with many adults, children, adolescents and families. I find my training in marriage and family therapy is particularly helpful for my clients in that it helps individuals better understand their relationships with themselves and others in their life. I regularly look at the systemic process in relationships, and at attachment issues.
It's isolating to suffer in silence and I am sure you know that. If you'd like guidance with defining and reaching your goals, I am here to offer help in a compassionate and inclusive environment. If you have anxiety that has increased during the Covid pandemic, you are not alone. Try to visualize what your life will be like when you develop healthy strategies that allow you to pursue your dreams. There will always be challenges in life and you can equip yourself to meet them. You can live with confidence that you're ready to move forward with strength and resilience to meet your life's challenges and enjoy your unique triumphs.
It's isolating to suffer in silence and I am sure you know that. If you'd like guidance with defining and reaching your goals, I am here to offer help in a compassionate and inclusive environment. If you have anxiety that has increased during the Covid pandemic, you are not alone. Try to visualize what your life will be like when you develop healthy strategies that allow you to pursue your dreams. There will always be challenges in life and you can equip yourself to meet them. You can live with confidence that you're ready to move forward with strength and resilience to meet your life's challenges and enjoy your unique triumphs.
Jessica Mastrangelo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MBA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Wayne, PA 19087
Welcome to Amwell Recovery! We know that the journey to wellness is a group effort. We are dedicated to providing compassinate and comprehensive care for individuals seeking help with substance use and mental health challenges. Our goal is to empower our individuals to achieve lasting success by supporting them through every step of their journey. We provide individual, family, and group therapy including Intensive Outpatient (IOP), Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP), and medication management.
Welcome to Amwell Recovery! We know that the journey to wellness is a group effort. We are dedicated to providing compassinate and comprehensive care for individuals seeking help with substance use and mental health challenges. Our goal is to empower our individuals to achieve lasting success by supporting them through every step of their journey. We provide individual, family, and group therapy including Intensive Outpatient (IOP), Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP), and medication management.
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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.