Bipolar Disorder Therapists in Mechanicsville, VA
Mary Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mechanicsville, VA 23111 (Online Only)
Hi everyone! I’m Mary and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I’m passionate about therapy. It’s important to carve out time to focus on your mental health, just like carving out time to go to the gym to focus on your physical health. I love working with adolescents and adults, 14 and up. I have experience working with individuals, couples, first responders and LGBTQIA+. My primary areas of focus are depression, anxiety, mood disorders, personality disorders, Bipolar, and trauma. I use CBT, DBT and EMDR as part of my practice. If you have questions, please don’t hesitate to call for a free 15-minute consultation.
Hi everyone! I’m Mary and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I’m passionate about therapy. It’s important to carve out time to focus on your mental health, just like carving out time to go to the gym to focus on your physical health. I love working with adolescents and adults, 14 and up. I have experience working with individuals, couples, first responders and LGBTQIA+. My primary areas of focus are depression, anxiety, mood disorders, personality disorders, Bipolar, and trauma. I use CBT, DBT and EMDR as part of my practice. If you have questions, please don’t hesitate to call for a free 15-minute consultation.
Natalie Irvine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Mechanicsville, VA 23116 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with individuals who experience symptoms related to depression, anxiety, PTSD, and bipolar disorder. I assist clients in developing healthy coping skills, learning their triggers, warning signs, grounding techniques, and problem solving skills. I work with individuals in learning how to appropriately communicate their needs and wants daily, how to better manage their frustrations and anger daily, and learn to set healthy boundaries for themselves.
I specialize in working with individuals who experience symptoms related to depression, anxiety, PTSD, and bipolar disorder. I assist clients in developing healthy coping skills, learning their triggers, warning signs, grounding techniques, and problem solving skills. I work with individuals in learning how to appropriately communicate their needs and wants daily, how to better manage their frustrations and anger daily, and learn to set healthy boundaries for themselves.
Kaitlyn is a Long Island, New York native and recently relocated to the RVA area. Prior to joining the team at Lifestance, Kaitlyn held the position of Director of LICADD’s Open Arms EAP program where she worked to connect clients with appropriate community resources and address a vast array of issues including but not limited to: work-life balance, alcohol & substance use, crisis counseling, stress management, marital/family issues, grief & loss, conflict resolution & parenting skills & support.
Kaitlyn is a Long Island, New York native and recently relocated to the RVA area. Prior to joining the team at Lifestance, Kaitlyn held the position of Director of LICADD’s Open Arms EAP program where she worked to connect clients with appropriate community resources and address a vast array of issues including but not limited to: work-life balance, alcohol & substance use, crisis counseling, stress management, marital/family issues, grief & loss, conflict resolution & parenting skills & support.
Alicia Gist, LCSW Alicia Gist is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia who has been practicing since 2015. She studied at Virginia Commonwealth University for her Undergraduate and Graduate Degrees in Clinical Social Work. Alicia meets her clients where they are, with an open mind and full non-judgmental attitude. Her approach combines CBT techniques to help clients identify negative or disruptive thought patterns with DBT skills to help them learn to cope with distressing thoughts/feelings and interactions with self/others/world around them.
Alicia Gist, LCSW Alicia Gist is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia who has been practicing since 2015. She studied at Virginia Commonwealth University for her Undergraduate and Graduate Degrees in Clinical Social Work. Alicia meets her clients where they are, with an open mind and full non-judgmental attitude. Her approach combines CBT techniques to help clients identify negative or disruptive thought patterns with DBT skills to help them learn to cope with distressing thoughts/feelings and interactions with self/others/world around them.
Please email for availability. When facing challenges or difficulties, you do not need to feel alone; it can be very advantageous to have someone by your side who is nonjudgmental, understanding, compassionate, and loves humor. I am an advocate for second chances and believe everyone's journey is unique and valued. I have worked with at-risk youth and individuals of all ages seeking relief from depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, and high-risk sexual behaviors. I believe everyone deserves genuine and empathetic understanding as well as flexible and personalized care. Please reach out by email for fastest response.
Please email for availability. When facing challenges or difficulties, you do not need to feel alone; it can be very advantageous to have someone by your side who is nonjudgmental, understanding, compassionate, and loves humor. I am an advocate for second chances and believe everyone's journey is unique and valued. I have worked with at-risk youth and individuals of all ages seeking relief from depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, and high-risk sexual behaviors. I believe everyone deserves genuine and empathetic understanding as well as flexible and personalized care. Please reach out by email for fastest response.
The counseling relationship to Dr. Endsley is unique where the therapist and client build a relationship built on trust and openness. It is a relationship where the client understands that the therapist is dedicated to the well-being of the client and that positive change is the ultimate goal of the therapy process. Dr. Endsley approaches therapy from a systemic view where the individual is seen as part of an environment, where all behaviors are explainable within their contexts and that understanding patterns assists in understanding issues and clarifying solutions.
The counseling relationship to Dr. Endsley is unique where the therapist and client build a relationship built on trust and openness. It is a relationship where the client understands that the therapist is dedicated to the well-being of the client and that positive change is the ultimate goal of the therapy process. Dr. Endsley approaches therapy from a systemic view where the individual is seen as part of an environment, where all behaviors are explainable within their contexts and that understanding patterns assists in understanding issues and clarifying solutions.
Amy Martin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mechanicsville, VA 23116 (Online Only)
I have been providing quality treatment to children, adolescents and adults for over 22 years. I believe in the change process and that we each have the ability to improve our relationships and experience personal growth. I believe personal growth is facilitated through the relationship with a therapist that provides positive regard and understanding without the fear of judgment. I believe in treating the whole person through awareness, self regulation and focusing on the here and now.
I have been providing quality treatment to children, adolescents and adults for over 22 years. I believe in the change process and that we each have the ability to improve our relationships and experience personal growth. I believe personal growth is facilitated through the relationship with a therapist that provides positive regard and understanding without the fear of judgment. I believe in treating the whole person through awareness, self regulation and focusing on the here and now.
SageMind Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, CRC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mechanicsville, VA 23116 (Online Only)
Justin Sheets provides individualized and targeted therapy to clients in order to understand and address the emotional issues and stressors that are impacting their lives. SageMind Counseling is a small private practice focused on developing a supportive therapeutic relationship through a collaborative and nurturing approach. Therapy sessions are free of treatment limitations placed by most insurance, who tend to focus on the diagnosis rather than the individual. Therapy goals are explored through a strengths-based lens, with the understanding that you are the expert of your own life.
Justin Sheets provides individualized and targeted therapy to clients in order to understand and address the emotional issues and stressors that are impacting their lives. SageMind Counseling is a small private practice focused on developing a supportive therapeutic relationship through a collaborative and nurturing approach. Therapy sessions are free of treatment limitations placed by most insurance, who tend to focus on the diagnosis rather than the individual. Therapy goals are explored through a strengths-based lens, with the understanding that you are the expert of your own life.
My focus is to get people back to living more fully, resolving trauma, abuse or whatever crises may have led to the important decision to pursue professional therapy. I have worked diligently in 25+ years of psychotherapy practice learning how to foster an effective healing process. In my experience, clients have found therapy to be an extremely important venture, uniquely personal and insightful, yet can feel uniquely vulnerable. Good therapy is built on a balance of challenge and support, developed in collaboration that fits each client, that leads to [re]discovery of potentials for better, more satisfying living.
My focus is to get people back to living more fully, resolving trauma, abuse or whatever crises may have led to the important decision to pursue professional therapy. I have worked diligently in 25+ years of psychotherapy practice learning how to foster an effective healing process. In my experience, clients have found therapy to be an extremely important venture, uniquely personal and insightful, yet can feel uniquely vulnerable. Good therapy is built on a balance of challenge and support, developed in collaboration that fits each client, that leads to [re]discovery of potentials for better, more satisfying living.
Jenn Sions is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia who has been practicing since 2006. Jenn takes an eclectic, person-centered approach to therapy, tailoring methods and theories to what is most appropriate for each individual. She believes the core of therapy is creating a safe, accepting, and nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship. This provides a secure space for her to help clients process current and/or past traumas and other difficulties, build on their strengths and coping skills, and evaluate and change unhealthy beliefs, thoughts, and behavior patterns.
Jenn Sions is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia who has been practicing since 2006. Jenn takes an eclectic, person-centered approach to therapy, tailoring methods and theories to what is most appropriate for each individual. She believes the core of therapy is creating a safe, accepting, and nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship. This provides a secure space for her to help clients process current and/or past traumas and other difficulties, build on their strengths and coping skills, and evaluate and change unhealthy beliefs, thoughts, and behavior patterns.
Kimberly C Pulley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Mechanicsville, VA 23111
The path of life can be full of twists and turns and it's easy to become overwhelmed, especially in times of change and transition. Do you find yourself at a crossroads, not knowing where to turn? I believe there is hope, even in the most difficult of circumstances. I enjoy helping others regain their sense of hope by developing insight and tapping into their strengths and abilities. In doing so, healthier, more successful ways of coping with life's challenges can begin to emerge.
The path of life can be full of twists and turns and it's easy to become overwhelmed, especially in times of change and transition. Do you find yourself at a crossroads, not knowing where to turn? I believe there is hope, even in the most difficult of circumstances. I enjoy helping others regain their sense of hope by developing insight and tapping into their strengths and abilities. In doing so, healthier, more successful ways of coping with life's challenges can begin to emerge.
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I began my social work career in 2018 as a youth housing advocate working to address youth homelessness in the Richmond area. I have been fortunate enough to present my housing research on national and local levels and in 2022 created a free shared housing program for pregnant, parenting, and/or queer youth experiencing housing insecurity. I am deeply passionate about addressing and dismantling systemic harm and oppression, and aspire to use my clinical practice to destigmatize mental health care and create equitable, trauma-informed for historically underserved populations.
I began my social work career in 2018 as a youth housing advocate working to address youth homelessness in the Richmond area. I have been fortunate enough to present my housing research on national and local levels and in 2022 created a free shared housing program for pregnant, parenting, and/or queer youth experiencing housing insecurity. I am deeply passionate about addressing and dismantling systemic harm and oppression, and aspire to use my clinical practice to destigmatize mental health care and create equitable, trauma-informed for historically underserved populations.
Hi, I'm Jay. Are you looking to set goals and make a change? Let me help you get to feeling better, help create obtainable goals, identify and understand problems, struggles and difficulties. Let's get you empowered and feeling better. I'm here for you! Let me help you on your journey.
Hi, I'm Jay. Are you looking to set goals and make a change? Let me help you get to feeling better, help create obtainable goals, identify and understand problems, struggles and difficulties. Let's get you empowered and feeling better. I'm here for you! Let me help you on your journey.
With every click of your mouse or touch of your screen you are exploring your options and making decisions about who might be the best choice of therapist for you. There are a lot of therapists listed on websites and it may be difficult to decide... Who will best understand my situation? Who will connect with me and assist me in feeling safe enough to talk about the important stuff? Who has the most helpful strategies and best experience? How can I begin to feel more hopeful and take better care of myself?
With every click of your mouse or touch of your screen you are exploring your options and making decisions about who might be the best choice of therapist for you. There are a lot of therapists listed on websites and it may be difficult to decide... Who will best understand my situation? Who will connect with me and assist me in feeling safe enough to talk about the important stuff? Who has the most helpful strategies and best experience? How can I begin to feel more hopeful and take better care of myself?
Road to Ready Counseling,LLC.
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Mechanicsville, VA 23111
•Urgent appointments available. You are not alone! We can help; you can heal! Your time is valuable to us. We will listen and provide you with strategies to assist with any challenges that you are experiencing. We provide telehealth and In-person therapy specializing in working with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing a wide range of mental health symptoms.
•Urgent appointments available. You are not alone! We can help; you can heal! Your time is valuable to us. We will listen and provide you with strategies to assist with any challenges that you are experiencing. We provide telehealth and In-person therapy specializing in working with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing a wide range of mental health symptoms.
I bring many years of experience in partnering with individuals on their journey towards healing and life satisfaction. I provide a comprehensive range of therapeutic services to adults and adolescents of all ages. I specialize in treatment for those coping with or recovering from narcissistic abuse. Narcissistic abuse can have a profound impact on self-esteem, leading to self-doubt and introspection: ‘Why did I stay so long? Why can’t I change them? Is everything really my fault? How can I trust myself to choose a healthy romantic partner in the future?’ As a survivor of narcissistic abuse, I wrestled with those questions myself.
I bring many years of experience in partnering with individuals on their journey towards healing and life satisfaction. I provide a comprehensive range of therapeutic services to adults and adolescents of all ages. I specialize in treatment for those coping with or recovering from narcissistic abuse. Narcissistic abuse can have a profound impact on self-esteem, leading to self-doubt and introspection: ‘Why did I stay so long? Why can’t I change them? Is everything really my fault? How can I trust myself to choose a healthy romantic partner in the future?’ As a survivor of narcissistic abuse, I wrestled with those questions myself.
Jessica Clary
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mechanicsville, VA 23111 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with motivation, mood changes, self-esteem, work and home stress, or relationships? Are you someone who feels like they know why they are the way they are, and is still struggling with how you feel? Maybe you don't know where to start? Do you want to work through those life experiences that are holding you back and the negative self-talk you have for yourself to reach your full potential? I'm happy you're here and ready to put you first for once. I work with individuals from various integrated approaches to support you in finding the change that is best for you and works for you, collaboratively.
Are you struggling with motivation, mood changes, self-esteem, work and home stress, or relationships? Are you someone who feels like they know why they are the way they are, and is still struggling with how you feel? Maybe you don't know where to start? Do you want to work through those life experiences that are holding you back and the negative self-talk you have for yourself to reach your full potential? I'm happy you're here and ready to put you first for once. I work with individuals from various integrated approaches to support you in finding the change that is best for you and works for you, collaboratively.
Realign Your Mind Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC , LPC
Verified Verified
Mechanicsville, VA 23111
"We are a group of licensed professional counselors who provide quality mental health care. As mental health professionals, we understand that the mind, body, and soul are very closely linked. With this understanding, we work with the whole person, not just a diagnosis. Our approach is holistic in that we search for alternative strategies and tools in helping each individual."
"We are a group of licensed professional counselors who provide quality mental health care. As mental health professionals, we understand that the mind, body, and soul are very closely linked. With this understanding, we work with the whole person, not just a diagnosis. Our approach is holistic in that we search for alternative strategies and tools in helping each individual."
Tamar Dandridge
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Mechanicsville, VA 23116 (Online Only)
Life be life-ing sometimes and noone is above the trials that will surely come. Sometimes those trials are more like major storms that leave a trail of haunting reminders and stumbling blocks. Your life experience matters. It would be my pleasure to meet you at your crossroad and walk alongside you on your journey to healing and revealing the best version of yourself.
Life be life-ing sometimes and noone is above the trials that will surely come. Sometimes those trials are more like major storms that leave a trail of haunting reminders and stumbling blocks. Your life experience matters. It would be my pleasure to meet you at your crossroad and walk alongside you on your journey to healing and revealing the best version of yourself.
Megan Mayton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mechanicsville, VA 23116 (Online Only)
I enjoy working with adolescents and adults, as I am passionate about helping people with a variety of mental health challenges. I view therapy from a holistic perspective and aim to help each person with their own unique needs. I strive to engage in trauma-informed practice to help each person feel safe sharing their story with me. I
I enjoy working with adolescents and adults, as I am passionate about helping people with a variety of mental health challenges. I view therapy from a holistic perspective and aim to help each person with their own unique needs. I strive to engage in trauma-informed practice to help each person feel safe sharing their story with me. I
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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.