Bipolar Disorder Therapists in Bridgewater, VA
Amy Ghaemmaghami
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bridgewater, VA 22812
Accepting New Clients. Imagine feeling less anxious, less sad, less self-critical. My counseling approach is strengths-focused & growth-oriented. I will work collaboratively with you to design a treatment plan based on your goals. My specialties are anxiety, depression & mood disorders, trauma recovery, relationships, LGBTQ+, women's issues, & challenging life transitions. Whether you plan to improve relationships, find or change jobs, head to college, process grief & loss, or courageously open up to your life’s possibilities, I look forward to helping you to move forward in a positive direction.
Accepting New Clients. Imagine feeling less anxious, less sad, less self-critical. My counseling approach is strengths-focused & growth-oriented. I will work collaboratively with you to design a treatment plan based on your goals. My specialties are anxiety, depression & mood disorders, trauma recovery, relationships, LGBTQ+, women's issues, & challenging life transitions. Whether you plan to improve relationships, find or change jobs, head to college, process grief & loss, or courageously open up to your life’s possibilities, I look forward to helping you to move forward in a positive direction.
Bridgewater Counseling Services, PC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CSOTP
Verified Verified
Bridgewater, VA 22812
Life can be overwhelming and difficult because of fear, depression, stress or a host of other problems.
Studying oneself utilizing a process where a trained therapist is involved, can be profitable to the point of changing things permanently.
Happiness certainly has to be one of life's biggest concerns. This is readily found when a person feels whole within themselves and at peace.
Being a calmer, at-ease person is quite possible when certain issues are put to rest.
Life can be overwhelming and difficult because of fear, depression, stress or a host of other problems.
Studying oneself utilizing a process where a trained therapist is involved, can be profitable to the point of changing things permanently.
Happiness certainly has to be one of life's biggest concerns. This is readily found when a person feels whole within themselves and at peace.
Being a calmer, at-ease person is quite possible when certain issues are put to rest.
I take time to clearly understand each client's problems, goals, and preferences, and then we work together to develop a treatment plan specific to these needs. Based on my experience, clients need to know that their problems are fully understood. When this occurs, they oftentimes feel that their problems are truly validated. Also, when a treatment plan is geared towards someone's specific needs, this offers hope and motivation for change. Clients have repeatedly given me the feedback that (1) I truly understand their problems and (2) I collaboratively work with them to develop tools for addressing their difficulties.
I take time to clearly understand each client's problems, goals, and preferences, and then we work together to develop a treatment plan specific to these needs. Based on my experience, clients need to know that their problems are fully understood. When this occurs, they oftentimes feel that their problems are truly validated. Also, when a treatment plan is geared towards someone's specific needs, this offers hope and motivation for change. Clients have repeatedly given me the feedback that (1) I truly understand their problems and (2) I collaboratively work with them to develop tools for addressing their difficulties.
As a resident in counseling, my intention is to meet you right where you are when you enter our shared space. Regardless of what you are carrying, I hope to lighten that load by offering a non-judgmental, listening ear and to assist you in processing. We all encounter hardships in life, and we are not meant to deal with those alone. Although you are the expert of your own journey, it can be helpful to walk alongside a trusted other in that journey.
As a resident in counseling, my intention is to meet you right where you are when you enter our shared space. Regardless of what you are carrying, I hope to lighten that load by offering a non-judgmental, listening ear and to assist you in processing. We all encounter hardships in life, and we are not meant to deal with those alone. Although you are the expert of your own journey, it can be helpful to walk alongside a trusted other in that journey.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
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Katie Lewis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
I use an eclectic array of evidence-based practices to ensure my treatment methods are person-centered. I have experience in treating trauma, substance abuse, self-esteem issues, anger management, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, eating disorders, interpersonal challenges, and more. Thank you so much for taking the time to check out my profile.
I use an eclectic array of evidence-based practices to ensure my treatment methods are person-centered. I have experience in treating trauma, substance abuse, self-esteem issues, anger management, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, eating disorders, interpersonal challenges, and more. Thank you so much for taking the time to check out my profile.
Lynn Lemon
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Harrisonburg, VA 22801 (Online Only)
Lynn Lemon is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 5 years of clinical experience working with adults in the mental health field. Lynn has experience with individuals diagnosed with anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, substance abuse disorder, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. She received a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. She is on her way to becoming certified in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR). Lynn’s therapeutic approach, although eclectic, is greatly influenced by Psychodynamic theory.
Lynn Lemon is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 5 years of clinical experience working with adults in the mental health field. Lynn has experience with individuals diagnosed with anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, substance abuse disorder, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. She received a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. She is on her way to becoming certified in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR). Lynn’s therapeutic approach, although eclectic, is greatly influenced by Psychodynamic theory.
He deals with a wide range of issues including bipolar disorder, OCD, sexual abuse, anxiety, depression and faith.
***CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS**** Terry L. Miller is a Licensed Professional Counselor with the Community Counseling Center. He received his Bachelor’s degree from Bethel College in N. Newton KS, his Master’s in Community Counseling from Eastern Mennonite University.
He deals with a wide range of issues including bipolar disorder, OCD, sexual abuse, anxiety, depression and faith.
***CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS**** Terry L. Miller is a Licensed Professional Counselor with the Community Counseling Center. He received his Bachelor’s degree from Bethel College in N. Newton KS, his Master’s in Community Counseling from Eastern Mennonite University.
I provide individual counseling for adolescents and adults, with experience treating depression, anxiety, trauma, as well as helping individuals cope with bipolar, personality, and schizophrenia spectrum disorders.
There is never a wrong time to start therapy, nor is there a right one. We won’t worry about right or wrong, but instead we’ll accept where you are - as we work together to discover where you want to go and how to get there. I spend a lot of my free time hiking, seeking out new and interesting terrain. The growth you will hopefully experience during our work together may be much like a challenging hike, with some gentle slopes and triumphant summits, but also with trips, stumbles, and strenuous climbs. I cannot climb your mountains for you, but I will climb them with you and help to show you the way forward.
I provide individual counseling for adolescents and adults, with experience treating depression, anxiety, trauma, as well as helping individuals cope with bipolar, personality, and schizophrenia spectrum disorders.
There is never a wrong time to start therapy, nor is there a right one. We won’t worry about right or wrong, but instead we’ll accept where you are - as we work together to discover where you want to go and how to get there. I spend a lot of my free time hiking, seeking out new and interesting terrain. The growth you will hopefully experience during our work together may be much like a challenging hike, with some gentle slopes and triumphant summits, but also with trips, stumbles, and strenuous climbs. I cannot climb your mountains for you, but I will climb them with you and help to show you the way forward.
Derrick Stevens
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Harrisonburg, VA 22801 (Online Only)
mental health diagnoses such as PTSD, bipolar, depression and anxiety.
I have had the pleasure to assist many individuals and families find the happiness and harmony they are seeking. I have also had the honor to provide guidance and support to clients navigating some of the hardest experiences in their lives. Greetings, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 30 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families. I frequently assist people navigating complex life situations, couples counseling, separation and divorce, blended family issues and major
mental health diagnoses such as PTSD, bipolar, depression and anxiety.
I have had the pleasure to assist many individuals and families find the happiness and harmony they are seeking. I have also had the honor to provide guidance and support to clients navigating some of the hardest experiences in their lives. Greetings, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 30 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families. I frequently assist people navigating complex life situations, couples counseling, separation and divorce, blended family issues and major
Traketa Dillard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
I have specific experience working with adults with anger ADHD, depression, PTSD, substance usage, bipolar disorder and anxiety.
For the last 10 years, I have been working to help people like you experience positive change and navigate difficult times in their lives with support, guidance, and encouragement. My experience in community mental health is diverse, working with children, youth, and adults. I value personal connection, compassion, and honesty in therapeutic work and appreciate the opportunity to offer direction which brings awareness and clarity during therapy. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I earned my Bachelor's Degree from Ferrum College and hold a Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Capella University.
I have specific experience working with adults with anger ADHD, depression, PTSD, substance usage, bipolar disorder and anxiety.
For the last 10 years, I have been working to help people like you experience positive change and navigate difficult times in their lives with support, guidance, and encouragement. My experience in community mental health is diverse, working with children, youth, and adults. I value personal connection, compassion, and honesty in therapeutic work and appreciate the opportunity to offer direction which brings awareness and clarity during therapy. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I earned my Bachelor's Degree from Ferrum College and hold a Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Capella University.
Shenandoah Psychological Services, LLC
Psychologist, PsyD, MA, LCSW, LCP, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Our counselors are extensively trained with expertise in treating anger, ADHD, PTSD, trauma, substance abuse, bipolar disorder, and other issues.
Now Accepting New Clients! All of our clinicians offer both in-person sessions and teletherapy. We work with children, adolescents, and adults in our Roanoke and Harrisonburg offices. Call our clinical coordinator at (540) 251-7728 ext. 1 to inquire about openings. Shenandoah Psychological Services offers an array of psychological and counseling options to suit your needs. We specialize in varying categories of counseling ranging from emotional and behavioral matters to substance abuse. We strive to offer the highest quality of psychological services in Roanoke city, the Shenandoah Valley, and surrounding areas.
Our counselors are extensively trained with expertise in treating anger, ADHD, PTSD, trauma, substance abuse, bipolar disorder, and other issues.
Now Accepting New Clients! All of our clinicians offer both in-person sessions and teletherapy. We work with children, adolescents, and adults in our Roanoke and Harrisonburg offices. Call our clinical coordinator at (540) 251-7728 ext. 1 to inquire about openings. Shenandoah Psychological Services offers an array of psychological and counseling options to suit your needs. We specialize in varying categories of counseling ranging from emotional and behavioral matters to substance abuse. We strive to offer the highest quality of psychological services in Roanoke city, the Shenandoah Valley, and surrounding areas.
Deborah Walker
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Harrisonburg, VA 22802 (Online Only)
With empathy and understanding, I can help my clients through life's challenges. I believe in the individual having the capacity for change within themselves and we can uncover that together. Mental Health diagnosis I have worked with include depression, anxiety, bipolar, PTSD, LGBTQIA, trauma treatment, personality disorders and schizophrenia. Treatment approaches include DBT, CBT, person centered and mindfulness.
With empathy and understanding, I can help my clients through life's challenges. I believe in the individual having the capacity for change within themselves and we can uncover that together. Mental Health diagnosis I have worked with include depression, anxiety, bipolar, PTSD, LGBTQIA, trauma treatment, personality disorders and schizophrenia. Treatment approaches include DBT, CBT, person centered and mindfulness.
Ponteaah Monica Alexander
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Harrisonburg, VA 22801 (Online Only)
Monica Alexander is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 14 years of experience in the mental health and substance use treatment fields. She has provided treatment in various settings and with a wide range of populations. She seeks to help people live more effective lives in order to thrive, not just survive, in life. She specializes in emotional dysregulation, depression disorders, anxiety disorders, substance use disorders, interpersonal conflict, grief, major life transitions, complex trauma, and mindfulness practices.
Monica Alexander is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 14 years of experience in the mental health and substance use treatment fields. She has provided treatment in various settings and with a wide range of populations. She seeks to help people live more effective lives in order to thrive, not just survive, in life. She specializes in emotional dysregulation, depression disorders, anxiety disorders, substance use disorders, interpersonal conflict, grief, major life transitions, complex trauma, and mindfulness practices.
Cynthia Minto
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Harrisonburg, VA 22801 (Online Only)
Hello, I am a Richmond-based licensed professional counselor with more than 20- years of experience working with individuals and families in community mental health settings and the military. As a proud military retiree, I have a passion for military members and understand their unique culture and stressors. I have worked extensively with individuals with developmental disabilities and physical disabilities. I am passionate about helping people work through challenging life issues that have been impacted by trauma, marginalization, and lack of autonomy. I have experience with depression, PTSD, anxiety, attachment issues, chronic str
Hello, I am a Richmond-based licensed professional counselor with more than 20- years of experience working with individuals and families in community mental health settings and the military. As a proud military retiree, I have a passion for military members and understand their unique culture and stressors. I have worked extensively with individuals with developmental disabilities and physical disabilities. I am passionate about helping people work through challenging life issues that have been impacted by trauma, marginalization, and lack of autonomy. I have experience with depression, PTSD, anxiety, attachment issues, chronic str
Janita Daggy is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 7 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping individuals of all ages step towards, work through, and heal from their various challenges in order to fulfill their goals in life. Janita specializes in trauma, depression, PTSD, anxiety, and those diagnosed with SMI. Janita completed her Master's in Professional Counseling at Liberty University in Virginia.
Janita Daggy is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 7 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping individuals of all ages step towards, work through, and heal from their various challenges in order to fulfill their goals in life. Janita specializes in trauma, depression, PTSD, anxiety, and those diagnosed with SMI. Janita completed her Master's in Professional Counseling at Liberty University in Virginia.
Cassandra Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Harrisonburg, VA 22801 (Online Only)
Cassandra Johnson, preferably called Cassie, is an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Nurse (LCSW, RN). She more than 20 years of experience in holistic care, combining clinical counseling and health care to practice. Cassie is passionate about helping children, adolescents, adults, and couples address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. She specializes in mood disorders, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship issues, and major life transitions.
Cassandra Johnson, preferably called Cassie, is an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Nurse (LCSW, RN). She more than 20 years of experience in holistic care, combining clinical counseling and health care to practice. Cassie is passionate about helping children, adolescents, adults, and couples address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. She specializes in mood disorders, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship issues, and major life transitions.
Hello, my name is Denise and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Virginia. I have been in the behavioral health field for over 28 years working with individuals and families. I have experience in many aspects of therapeutic interventions and work in a person-focused and centered approach. I utilize a relaxed, interactive communication style. My work experience spans in several areas including anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, and life transitions, and also have a subspecialty in working with individuals and their family members with Autism.
Hello, my name is Denise and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Virginia. I have been in the behavioral health field for over 28 years working with individuals and families. I have experience in many aspects of therapeutic interventions and work in a person-focused and centered approach. I utilize a relaxed, interactive communication style. My work experience spans in several areas including anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, and life transitions, and also have a subspecialty in working with individuals and their family members with Autism.
Accepting New Clients. Welcome! There are many reasons you might be here - maybe you’re feeling unsteady on your feet, less secure or confident than you'd like to be, or like you can't find your sense of self in your current stage of life. Maybe you've experienced a significant trauma, loss, or change and are trying to learn how to keep going in the aftermath. Maybe you are starting to worry you're struggling with anxiety or depression and want some support. No matter what's bringing you, we can work together to help you feel like you are thriving again and able to bring your full, authentic self to the world.
Accepting New Clients. Welcome! There are many reasons you might be here - maybe you’re feeling unsteady on your feet, less secure or confident than you'd like to be, or like you can't find your sense of self in your current stage of life. Maybe you've experienced a significant trauma, loss, or change and are trying to learn how to keep going in the aftermath. Maybe you are starting to worry you're struggling with anxiety or depression and want some support. No matter what's bringing you, we can work together to help you feel like you are thriving again and able to bring your full, authentic self to the world.
Michaela Liskey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
Waitlist for new clients
I have a waitlist for new clients. We all experience challenges and can feel stuck and unsure of how to move forward or make changes. Seeking therapy requires vulnerability and courage as well as a deep desire to be authentically seen and heard. I am dedicated to providing a comfortable, confidential, non-judgmental, and safe environment to explore your feelings, ideas, and experiences. I use a client-centered approach and focus on interpersonal processes and relationships, attachment, and cultural and environmental contexts to understand you in an authentic way.
I have a waitlist for new clients. We all experience challenges and can feel stuck and unsure of how to move forward or make changes. Seeking therapy requires vulnerability and courage as well as a deep desire to be authentically seen and heard. I am dedicated to providing a comfortable, confidential, non-judgmental, and safe environment to explore your feelings, ideas, and experiences. I use a client-centered approach and focus on interpersonal processes and relationships, attachment, and cultural and environmental contexts to understand you in an authentic way.
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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.