Bipolar Disorder Therapists in Lewisville, TX
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Manuel Vicente
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lewisville, TX 75067
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas. I graduated with a MEd in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lamar University. I have had experience in working with clients who have depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD/Trauma, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, Domestic violent relationships, substance use disorders and life adjustment stressors. My goal as a counselor is to find a tailored approach to meeting each client's specific needs to help uncover their strength. The years of experience I have in the behavioral health field has helped shaped me to be non judgmental.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas. I graduated with a MEd in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lamar University. I have had experience in working with clients who have depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD/Trauma, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, Domestic violent relationships, substance use disorders and life adjustment stressors. My goal as a counselor is to find a tailored approach to meeting each client's specific needs to help uncover their strength. The years of experience I have in the behavioral health field has helped shaped me to be non judgmental.
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Our expertise covers behavioral health, addiction treatment, weight management, and conditions like depression and bipolar disorder.
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, with healthcare experience of more than 15 years. Equipped with knowledge and experience in the medical field, working with patients with mental health issues in a collaborative manner is imperative in understanding their diagnoses and establishing a treatment plan to help with their well-being. The treatment of mental health is always advancing, and I believe in evidence-based treatment.
Our expertise covers behavioral health, addiction treatment, weight management, and conditions like depression and bipolar disorder.
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, with healthcare experience of more than 15 years. Equipped with knowledge and experience in the medical field, working with patients with mental health issues in a collaborative manner is imperative in understanding their diagnoses and establishing a treatment plan to help with their well-being. The treatment of mental health is always advancing, and I believe in evidence-based treatment.
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I enjoy helping adults dealing with a variety of issues like depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, grief, trauma, low self-esteem, low motivation, spiritual issues and relationship issues in individual counseling.
As a psychologist I counsel many people who feel they are at their lowest point even when no one knows they are feeling this way. I also counsel people who just need a listening ear and support. Your willingness to seek more from your life instead of living with the status quo is admirable.
I enjoy helping adults dealing with a variety of issues like depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, grief, trauma, low self-esteem, low motivation, spiritual issues and relationship issues in individual counseling.
As a psychologist I counsel many people who feel they are at their lowest point even when no one knows they are feeling this way. I also counsel people who just need a listening ear and support. Your willingness to seek more from your life instead of living with the status quo is admirable.
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Mae-Lin Yu Mendoza
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lewisville, TX 75056
I specialize in seeing individuals who are dealing with the following issues: depression and anxiety, Bipolar disorders, relationship issues, childhood sexual abuse/trauma, career transitions, unplanned pregnancy, grief and loss, and behavioral problems. I have training in Biblical studies (a one year certificate in Bible and Ministry) which provides a foundation for Biblically-based counseling. I do treat clients who express a non-spiritual focus.
I specialize in seeing individuals who are dealing with the following issues: depression and anxiety, Bipolar disorders, relationship issues, childhood sexual abuse/trauma, career transitions, unplanned pregnancy, grief and loss, and behavioral problems. I have training in Biblical studies (a one year certificate in Bible and Ministry) which provides a foundation for Biblically-based counseling. I do treat clients who express a non-spiritual focus.
The PsychoNeuroPlasticity (PNP) Center is currently accepting children, adolescents and adults who may be living with ADD/ADHD, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Mood Disorders, Bipolar Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Anxiety, Depression, Memory, and Brain-Health concerns as well as other Neurological and Spectrum Disorders. We offer a comprehensive 2-day brain-based assessment along with three-month follow-up and treatment planning.
The PsychoNeuroPlasticity (PNP) Center is currently accepting children, adolescents and adults who may be living with ADD/ADHD, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Mood Disorders, Bipolar Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Anxiety, Depression, Memory, and Brain-Health concerns as well as other Neurological and Spectrum Disorders. We offer a comprehensive 2-day brain-based assessment along with three-month follow-up and treatment planning.
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Catherine Bolotte
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MEd
Verified Verified
Lewisville, TX 75067
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate in the state of Texas supervised by Heidi Johanson LPC-S. I have a Masters in Counseling Education from the University of New Orleans. In my counseling experience, I have had the opportunity to work with adolescents and adults struggling with complex trauma and PTSD, domestic violence, bipolar disorder, ADHD, gender/sexual identity, and depression. I am also trained in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD, phobias, and severe anxiety, as well as Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) which is highly effective in treating trauma and PTSD.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate in the state of Texas supervised by Heidi Johanson LPC-S. I have a Masters in Counseling Education from the University of New Orleans. In my counseling experience, I have had the opportunity to work with adolescents and adults struggling with complex trauma and PTSD, domestic violence, bipolar disorder, ADHD, gender/sexual identity, and depression. I am also trained in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD, phobias, and severe anxiety, as well as Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) which is highly effective in treating trauma and PTSD.
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I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas, and I obtained my Masters of Science in Counseling from Southern Methodist University. I have experience working with children, teens, and adults on a variety of struggles such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, gender/identity, autism, parenting/family issues, as well as OCD and bipolar disorder.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas, and I obtained my Masters of Science in Counseling from Southern Methodist University. I have experience working with children, teens, and adults on a variety of struggles such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, gender/identity, autism, parenting/family issues, as well as OCD and bipolar disorder.
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Paul A. Jurek, PhD
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Lewisville, TX 75077
Dr. Jurek's specialty is treating Child and Family challenges. He utilizes a collaborate approach to address ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder and Marital and Family issues. Clients' ages range from three to seniors. Dr. Jurek's clinical training allows him to administer Diagnostic Assessments and to provide comprehensive treatment which may include: play therapy, parenting skills, individual, couples and family counseling. He offers an inviting, safe environment to assist individuals and families navigate through life's difficulties.
Dr. Jurek's specialty is treating Child and Family challenges. He utilizes a collaborate approach to address ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder and Marital and Family issues. Clients' ages range from three to seniors. Dr. Jurek's clinical training allows him to administer Diagnostic Assessments and to provide comprehensive treatment which may include: play therapy, parenting skills, individual, couples and family counseling. He offers an inviting, safe environment to assist individuals and families navigate through life's difficulties.
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I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor in the state of Texas. I have a Master’s Degree in Counseling and Development from Texas Woman’s University. Throughout my career I’ve had the opportunity to work with a diverse clientele including children, adolescents, teens, and adults. I have experience treating anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, bipolar disorder, adjustment disorders, self-esteem struggles, parenting, and relationship issues.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor in the state of Texas. I have a Master’s Degree in Counseling and Development from Texas Woman’s University. Throughout my career I’ve had the opportunity to work with a diverse clientele including children, adolescents, teens, and adults. I have experience treating anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, bipolar disorder, adjustment disorders, self-esteem struggles, parenting, and relationship issues.
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I am a licensed clinician who has experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, OCD, and bipolar. I believe that from our birth we begin building an image of who we are, how relationships should function, and how the world works around us. For many of us, adverse experiences in life can lead to difficulty managing stress or daily functioning as we get older. We may need help processing our lived experiences and understanding how they have effected our decision making and the struggles we face today. I believe that, by focusing on the present and applying the past, we can discover both our goals and our strengths.
I am a licensed clinician who has experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, OCD, and bipolar. I believe that from our birth we begin building an image of who we are, how relationships should function, and how the world works around us. For many of us, adverse experiences in life can lead to difficulty managing stress or daily functioning as we get older. We may need help processing our lived experiences and understanding how they have effected our decision making and the struggles we face today. I believe that, by focusing on the present and applying the past, we can discover both our goals and our strengths.
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I welcome any individual into the space of counseling and working on personal goals. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, or need some support through a life transition - my hope is that you find safety and comfort within the space we create together. The hardest part about therapy is making that first call, and for you to have done that is a brave thing. The main hope I have for you is the courage to be vulnerable in this nonjudgmental space - we can get there together and start pursuing the life you want for yourself!
I welcome any individual into the space of counseling and working on personal goals. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, or need some support through a life transition - my hope is that you find safety and comfort within the space we create together. The hardest part about therapy is making that first call, and for you to have done that is a brave thing. The main hope I have for you is the courage to be vulnerable in this nonjudgmental space - we can get there together and start pursuing the life you want for yourself!
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Texas Online Counseling PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMFT, CHMC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lewisville, TX 75067 (Online Only)
We have a few therapists to choose from. Michelle Blank is a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in Anxiety, Substance-Abuse, and Trauma. She works with adult individuals that are 18+. She has night and weekend hours available. Eric Rothe specializes in substance abuse and trauma. He works with 18+ individuals. Pat Keaton is bi-lingual in Spanish and English and works with individuals 18+ and couples. Pat specializes in trauma, substance abuse, and life transitions.
We have a few therapists to choose from. Michelle Blank is a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in Anxiety, Substance-Abuse, and Trauma. She works with adult individuals that are 18+. She has night and weekend hours available. Eric Rothe specializes in substance abuse and trauma. He works with 18+ individuals. Pat Keaton is bi-lingual in Spanish and English and works with individuals 18+ and couples. Pat specializes in trauma, substance abuse, and life transitions.
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Tamara McFarland Counseling, PLLC.
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, RPT-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Lewisville, TX 75067
Dr. McFarland is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor as well as a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor. Tamara is a Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator trained by Dr. Brené Brown and her team. Tamara studied marriage and family dynamics in her doctorate program. She is certified in the Gottman marriage counseling method I & II and utilizes Sue Johnson's theory of Emotionally Focused Therapy for repairing attachment in couples work. Tamara is trained in EMDR therapy I & II which is used for treating trauma.
Dr. McFarland is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor as well as a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor. Tamara is a Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator trained by Dr. Brené Brown and her team. Tamara studied marriage and family dynamics in her doctorate program. She is certified in the Gottman marriage counseling method I & II and utilizes Sue Johnson's theory of Emotionally Focused Therapy for repairing attachment in couples work. Tamara is trained in EMDR therapy I & II which is used for treating trauma.
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Ken Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW , CAMS
Verified Verified
Lewisville, TX 75077 (Online Only)
Are you experiencing anxious feelings you just can't seem to shake? Maybe you feel like you have a dark cloud hanging over you and you don't really know why? I've been there! After learning how to overcome my own symptoms of depression, anxiety and anger, I became an LCSW and Certified Anger Management Specialist. I have experience in helping clients with co-occurring mental health and substance abuse issues. I believe therapy is a collaborative effort and I look forward to passing my knowledge on to my clients so that they can start to live the kind of lives they want to live.
Are you experiencing anxious feelings you just can't seem to shake? Maybe you feel like you have a dark cloud hanging over you and you don't really know why? I've been there! After learning how to overcome my own symptoms of depression, anxiety and anger, I became an LCSW and Certified Anger Management Specialist. I have experience in helping clients with co-occurring mental health and substance abuse issues. I believe therapy is a collaborative effort and I look forward to passing my knowledge on to my clients so that they can start to live the kind of lives they want to live.
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I offer extensive experience working with individuals across the lifespan, and specialize in assessing and treating depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, relationship concerns, suicidal ideation, self-harm, anger, grief, and more. I enjoy working with a wide range of individuals including children (3 and up), teens and adults, and bring experience from a number of non-profit and private practice settings. I seek to build a trusting and authentic therapeutic relationship with each client, with focus on making a positive difference in your life, and will create a treatment plan tailored for you.
I offer extensive experience working with individuals across the lifespan, and specialize in assessing and treating depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, relationship concerns, suicidal ideation, self-harm, anger, grief, and more. I enjoy working with a wide range of individuals including children (3 and up), teens and adults, and bring experience from a number of non-profit and private practice settings. I seek to build a trusting and authentic therapeutic relationship with each client, with focus on making a positive difference in your life, and will create a treatment plan tailored for you.
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I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, couples and families in all levels of behavioral health. I have worked in a variety of treatment settings - residential, acute/inpatient, intensive outpatient/partial hospitalization, & outpatient. Through the use of individual, family, and group therapies, I utilize a strengths based and individualized approach. Each person is a unique individual and I focus on meeting you where you are.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, couples and families in all levels of behavioral health. I have worked in a variety of treatment settings - residential, acute/inpatient, intensive outpatient/partial hospitalization, & outpatient. Through the use of individual, family, and group therapies, I utilize a strengths based and individualized approach. Each person is a unique individual and I focus on meeting you where you are.
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James Randy Ingram
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lewisville, TX 75057
I do a lot of work with individuals and couples struggling in relationship issues. Anxiety, depression, conflict management and communication issues tend to be the results of clients applying ineffective solutions to the problems they're experiencing. I love to see the individual and/or couple who seriously desire healthy change in their lives and are willing to risk implementing different approaches to their problems. I work well in family related issues. I have several adolescent guys with issues related to ADD, ADHD, and Aspergers. I offer them an environment that's safe, accepting, understanding and validating.
I do a lot of work with individuals and couples struggling in relationship issues. Anxiety, depression, conflict management and communication issues tend to be the results of clients applying ineffective solutions to the problems they're experiencing. I love to see the individual and/or couple who seriously desire healthy change in their lives and are willing to risk implementing different approaches to their problems. I work well in family related issues. I have several adolescent guys with issues related to ADD, ADHD, and Aspergers. I offer them an environment that's safe, accepting, understanding and validating.
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My years of experience include both teaching and counseling, having worked with all ages in areas such as anxiety, depression, trauma, couples counseling, substance use, grief, disruption in personality, anger management, and low self-worth. In working with adults and couples, I take an eclectic approach to counseling using a variety of theories that would be most beneficial to the client's needs. My hope for all of my clients is to feel safe, seen, and experience the freedom that healing can bring.
My years of experience include both teaching and counseling, having worked with all ages in areas such as anxiety, depression, trauma, couples counseling, substance use, grief, disruption in personality, anger management, and low self-worth. In working with adults and couples, I take an eclectic approach to counseling using a variety of theories that would be most beneficial to the client's needs. My hope for all of my clients is to feel safe, seen, and experience the freedom that healing can bring.
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Debbie Kaluza
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lewisville, TX 75067 (Online Only)
Hello, I am Debbie Kaluza, a Licensed Professional Counselor with Gift of Joy Counseling. I am here to help you work through whatever it is that is keeping you from having joy in your life. Maybe you have been feeling anxious, depressed, or generally unwell. Or perhaps you are struggling with relationships or your purpose in life. Have you experienced a traumatic event or some type of abuse? Even if you aren't sure exactly what you need, but you know it's time to address some issues and get better, you're in the right place. I will listen without judgement, offer treatment options, and join you on your healing journey.
Hello, I am Debbie Kaluza, a Licensed Professional Counselor with Gift of Joy Counseling. I am here to help you work through whatever it is that is keeping you from having joy in your life. Maybe you have been feeling anxious, depressed, or generally unwell. Or perhaps you are struggling with relationships or your purpose in life. Have you experienced a traumatic event or some type of abuse? Even if you aren't sure exactly what you need, but you know it's time to address some issues and get better, you're in the right place. I will listen without judgement, offer treatment options, and join you on your healing journey.
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Kelci Ellis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lewisville, TX 75077
Kelci is experienced in working with individual’s, couple’s, adolescents’s, and Teena’s. Kelci work with a variety of clients that seek to control and maintain peace of mind, emotional stability, and a sense of empowerment. Challenges that some clients struggle with are Anxiety, Trauma, Self-esteem, Depression, Self-care routine, boundaries, parent-child relationship issues, relationship conflict, and challenges, adjustment and transition issues, and more. Kelci works with a plethora of populations. However, working with adults, minorities, teens and couples are the few populations she enjoys working with.
Kelci is experienced in working with individual’s, couple’s, adolescents’s, and Teena’s. Kelci work with a variety of clients that seek to control and maintain peace of mind, emotional stability, and a sense of empowerment. Challenges that some clients struggle with are Anxiety, Trauma, Self-esteem, Depression, Self-care routine, boundaries, parent-child relationship issues, relationship conflict, and challenges, adjustment and transition issues, and more. Kelci works with a plethora of populations. However, working with adults, minorities, teens and couples are the few populations she enjoys working with.
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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.