Bipolar Disorder Therapists in West Bend, WI
Bob Rockey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
West Bend, WI 53090 (Online Only)
Since 1980 I have served those struggling with mental illness and personal problems in greater Milwaukee. I mainly help adults and older adults individually. Common topics I treat include depression, bipolar disorder, codependency, abuse, worry, grieving, chronic pain and health issues, and generally dealing with changes. Many I see experienced a long slow decline over time when that, "Straw that Broke the Camel's Back," landed. It became clear that things were just not working, and they need to try something different. That's when many of my people called me.
Since 1980 I have served those struggling with mental illness and personal problems in greater Milwaukee. I mainly help adults and older adults individually. Common topics I treat include depression, bipolar disorder, codependency, abuse, worry, grieving, chronic pain and health issues, and generally dealing with changes. Many I see experienced a long slow decline over time when that, "Straw that Broke the Camel's Back," landed. It became clear that things were just not working, and they need to try something different. That's when many of my people called me.
Wisconsin Mental Health Alliance
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Bend, WI 53090
Autism, Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders. Our group has specialization in helping people with Level One and Level Two Autism, bipolar disorders, generalized anxiety and major depressive disorders. We also have a sports performance counselor. We seek solutions for people and are not just professional visitors. You come to us for answers. Within our group, we shall find solutions. Without solutions, you have a lesser chance of improving and being happy. Let us help.
Autism, Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders. Our group has specialization in helping people with Level One and Level Two Autism, bipolar disorders, generalized anxiety and major depressive disorders. We also have a sports performance counselor. We seek solutions for people and are not just professional visitors. You come to us for answers. Within our group, we shall find solutions. Without solutions, you have a lesser chance of improving and being happy. Let us help.
Joel’s uses a wide variety of treatment approaches, which include cognitive behavioral therapy, insight oriented, and supportive therapy. He specializes in Hypnosis for habit controls (smoking, weight control, panic/anxiety, sleep and pain control. Relationship communication treatment (couples counseling, family therapy, separation/divorce and court relates requirements).
Joel’s uses a wide variety of treatment approaches, which include cognitive behavioral therapy, insight oriented, and supportive therapy. He specializes in Hypnosis for habit controls (smoking, weight control, panic/anxiety, sleep and pain control. Relationship communication treatment (couples counseling, family therapy, separation/divorce and court relates requirements).
I believe that a strong/positive therapeutic relationship is essential to achieving the goals and outcomes desired. I also believe that honesty and trust are key pieces to developing that relationship. I strive to provide an environment that is safe, secure, and non-judgmental yet challenging you so you can grow to see past the problems you are facing
I believe that a strong/positive therapeutic relationship is essential to achieving the goals and outcomes desired. I also believe that honesty and trust are key pieces to developing that relationship. I strive to provide an environment that is safe, secure, and non-judgmental yet challenging you so you can grow to see past the problems you are facing
Caitlin Michalski
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTSF, BSP, RYT®200
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
West Bend, WI 53095
Life can feel like a shit show sometimes. There may be no explanations for the things we experience. Sometimes life leaves us feeling like it's all too much. I can help walk with you through the thick of it and get to the other side. My therapeutic style is grounded in being empathetic, compassionate, and nonjudgemental. I'll work with you to create a therapy plan based on your individual goals and needs. Reach out today with any questions :)
Life can feel like a shit show sometimes. There may be no explanations for the things we experience. Sometimes life leaves us feeling like it's all too much. I can help walk with you through the thick of it and get to the other side. My therapeutic style is grounded in being empathetic, compassionate, and nonjudgemental. I'll work with you to create a therapy plan based on your individual goals and needs. Reach out today with any questions :)
Inner Peace Counseling and Wellness LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
West Bend, WI 53095
My mission is to help you navigate through life's ups and downs to find your path to mental wellness. Whether this is your first time coming to therapy or you have been on this journey before, I'll meet each individual where ever they are in their own journey. I offer a space of openness, respect, support, and validation to everyone that walks through my door.
My mission is to help you navigate through life's ups and downs to find your path to mental wellness. Whether this is your first time coming to therapy or you have been on this journey before, I'll meet each individual where ever they are in their own journey. I offer a space of openness, respect, support, and validation to everyone that walks through my door.
I specialize in working with those who are experiencing mental health and substance use struggles, including youth and adults, as well as supporting those grieving various losses and ongoing bereavement. I have experience working with individuals who have chronic health conditions or navigating challenges related to family's health conditions. I focus on allowing individuals to chose their own path in regards to their recovery and providing guidance, validation and therapeutic insight.
I specialize in working with those who are experiencing mental health and substance use struggles, including youth and adults, as well as supporting those grieving various losses and ongoing bereavement. I have experience working with individuals who have chronic health conditions or navigating challenges related to family's health conditions. I focus on allowing individuals to chose their own path in regards to their recovery and providing guidance, validation and therapeutic insight.
LaQuita Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Bend, WI 53090 (Online Only)
It's impossible to travel 1,800 miles on a quarter tank of gas. Our vehicles would fail to arrive at their destinations without sufficient fuel. Just as the gas tanks in our vehicles require proper maintenance to move, so do we as humans. You've driven far enough without proper maintenance, it's time to pull over and refuel. Allow me to provide the roadside assistance needed to help you on your journey to a "Wellness Refill".
It's impossible to travel 1,800 miles on a quarter tank of gas. Our vehicles would fail to arrive at their destinations without sufficient fuel. Just as the gas tanks in our vehicles require proper maintenance to move, so do we as humans. You've driven far enough without proper maintenance, it's time to pull over and refuel. Allow me to provide the roadside assistance needed to help you on your journey to a "Wellness Refill".
Entering into counseling takes both courage and vulnerability. I work with children, teens, adults, families, and couples, using an approach of trust and mutual respect, believing that every person is doing the best they can and has the ability to grow and learn. Identifying and drawing forth personal skills and strengths as well as an action plan for change is crucial for problem resolution. I address all areas to self-healing, working with body, mind, and Spirit. People are whole beings and all areas truly are connected.
Entering into counseling takes both courage and vulnerability. I work with children, teens, adults, families, and couples, using an approach of trust and mutual respect, believing that every person is doing the best they can and has the ability to grow and learn. Identifying and drawing forth personal skills and strengths as well as an action plan for change is crucial for problem resolution. I address all areas to self-healing, working with body, mind, and Spirit. People are whole beings and all areas truly are connected.
Associated Mental Health Consultants
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Bend, WI 53095
Associated Mental Health Consultants has been serving the Milwaukee area for 20+ years. Our staff provides psychiatric services, individual, couple, and family therapy for a wide range of issues.
Associated Mental Health Consultants has been serving the Milwaukee area for 20+ years. Our staff provides psychiatric services, individual, couple, and family therapy for a wide range of issues.
Sam uses a multimodal therapeutic approach, pulling from experience primarily in Person-Centered and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) modalities, in an effort to not only build client competency towards management of their symptoms, but find a path forward towards mental and emotional stability that takes into account their unique personalities and goals. Sam has a clinical background in working with clients struggling with both mental health and substance use disorders, working with clients as a clinician conducting Dual Diagnosis IOP group and individual sessions, with a spectrum of acuities for symptoms. Sam has experience with
Sam uses a multimodal therapeutic approach, pulling from experience primarily in Person-Centered and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) modalities, in an effort to not only build client competency towards management of their symptoms, but find a path forward towards mental and emotional stability that takes into account their unique personalities and goals. Sam has a clinical background in working with clients struggling with both mental health and substance use disorders, working with clients as a clinician conducting Dual Diagnosis IOP group and individual sessions, with a spectrum of acuities for symptoms. Sam has experience with
Karen Ann Snider
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
West Bend, WI 53095 (Online Only)
I specialize in trauma-informed treatment & psycho-analytical therapy with adults in transition/change, mental health disturbance & past or current trauma. My practice includes counseling young & older adults, couples with marriage stress, anger management, substance abuse & recovery, women and men leaving domestic violence situations, LGBTQ, and those living with personal challenges where they find themselves ‘stuck’ in ideas and behaviors that no longer work for them. Approaches include Analytical Psychology, Narrative and CBT, MI, Feminist Therapy, Multi-Culturalism, Trauma-Informed Treatment & somatic healing.
I specialize in trauma-informed treatment & psycho-analytical therapy with adults in transition/change, mental health disturbance & past or current trauma. My practice includes counseling young & older adults, couples with marriage stress, anger management, substance abuse & recovery, women and men leaving domestic violence situations, LGBTQ, and those living with personal challenges where they find themselves ‘stuck’ in ideas and behaviors that no longer work for them. Approaches include Analytical Psychology, Narrative and CBT, MI, Feminist Therapy, Multi-Culturalism, Trauma-Informed Treatment & somatic healing.
Stephen Hart
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, PhD
Verified Verified
West Bend, WI 53095 (Online Only)
Dr. Hart’s treatment approach is interactive. He focuses on underlying, causative factors in a person’s or couple’s problems, and on their positive strengths. His theoretical orientation includes both contemporary psychoanalytic and cognitive-behavioral therapy, incorporating solution-focused approaches as needed. Additionally, Dr. Hart emphasizes the fields of positive psychology and wellness.
Dr. Hart’s treatment approach is interactive. He focuses on underlying, causative factors in a person’s or couple’s problems, and on their positive strengths. His theoretical orientation includes both contemporary psychoanalytic and cognitive-behavioral therapy, incorporating solution-focused approaches as needed. Additionally, Dr. Hart emphasizes the fields of positive psychology and wellness.
Robert Bannasch
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Bend, WI 53090
Waitlist for new clients
The decision to seek therapy is not an easy one. I aim to make that decision as easy and comfortable as possible. I have a gentle personality and use a touch of humor to help make each client feel welcome and at ease. Individuals, couples, and families come to me because they need to work through a problem or issue. This might be anxiety, grief, couples or family counseling, health, loss of a job, or looking to build a happier, more fulfilling life, or numerous other reasons. I work hard to build an atmosphere that allows people to feel safe and understood. When clients leave, they feel healthier, happier, and more whole.
The decision to seek therapy is not an easy one. I aim to make that decision as easy and comfortable as possible. I have a gentle personality and use a touch of humor to help make each client feel welcome and at ease. Individuals, couples, and families come to me because they need to work through a problem or issue. This might be anxiety, grief, couples or family counseling, health, loss of a job, or looking to build a happier, more fulfilling life, or numerous other reasons. I work hard to build an atmosphere that allows people to feel safe and understood. When clients leave, they feel healthier, happier, and more whole.
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Welcome, and congratulations on taking the first step towards your wellness! Choosing a counselor can be difficult. I aspire to provide a safe, relaxed, and empathetic space. We will work towards self-awareness, learn effective coping strategies, and promote a supportive environment. I offer a judgement free space. Through a collaborative process, we will work towards overcoming obstacles, and gain self-discovery. I encourage a relaxed atmosphere with some humor to create a therapeutic environment. I look forward to helping you on your journey to wellness. Evening appointments are available.
Welcome, and congratulations on taking the first step towards your wellness! Choosing a counselor can be difficult. I aspire to provide a safe, relaxed, and empathetic space. We will work towards self-awareness, learn effective coping strategies, and promote a supportive environment. I offer a judgement free space. Through a collaborative process, we will work towards overcoming obstacles, and gain self-discovery. I encourage a relaxed atmosphere with some humor to create a therapeutic environment. I look forward to helping you on your journey to wellness. Evening appointments are available.
Online Therapists
Nico Salazar (whose current availability is every other week) is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2021. He graduated from Marquette University. Nico aims to help clients by offering a validating and warm space to share their challenges and take the time to work together to develop a plan. He utilizes evidenced-based approaches and skills from CBT and DBT to find a path forward and allow clients to break out of old unhelpful habits. Nico has experience working with patients struggling with Eating Disorders, Depression, Bipolar Disorders, Anxiety, and Borderline Personality Disorder.
Nico Salazar (whose current availability is every other week) is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2021. He graduated from Marquette University. Nico aims to help clients by offering a validating and warm space to share their challenges and take the time to work together to develop a plan. He utilizes evidenced-based approaches and skills from CBT and DBT to find a path forward and allow clients to break out of old unhelpful habits. Nico has experience working with patients struggling with Eating Disorders, Depression, Bipolar Disorders, Anxiety, and Borderline Personality Disorder.
Susan M Shanks
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC, CAMS-II
Verified Verified
Monroe, WI 53566
My specialty areas include: supervising interns & post grads, anger management, domestic violence, anxiety, grief, depression, bipolar, and ADHD.
Are you looking for a therapist that you can easily relate to? Someone who is easy to talk with? I am that therapist. Having overcome much adversity in my own life, I have the capacity to truly understand clients. I offer individual, child, couples, family, pastoral, and group counseling. The techniques I use in therapy are evidence-based. These include: Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Therapy, Existential Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.
My specialty areas include: supervising interns & post grads, anger management, domestic violence, anxiety, grief, depression, bipolar, and ADHD.
Are you looking for a therapist that you can easily relate to? Someone who is easy to talk with? I am that therapist. Having overcome much adversity in my own life, I have the capacity to truly understand clients. I offer individual, child, couples, family, pastoral, and group counseling. The techniques I use in therapy are evidence-based. These include: Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Therapy, Existential Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.
Nicole Ann Millerd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BS, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oshkosh, WI 54901
Waitlist for new clients
I treat a wide range of mental health concerns including, depression, anxiety, self-esteem or self-worth, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, and self-harm.
Welcome, and congratulations on taking the first step to living your best life! Are you struggling with a pattern of unhealthy and unsatisfying relationships or recovering from a painful breakup or divorce? I can help you heal and create the space for healthier, more satisfying relationships in the future. Are you struggling with the depression, anxiety, and isolation that comes with navigating a global pandemic? Have you experienced physical, sexual, and emotional abuse and are unsure of where to turn to? Do you struggle to regain power and agency over a life overwhelmed by trauma? Better days are on the horizon!
I treat a wide range of mental health concerns including, depression, anxiety, self-esteem or self-worth, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, and self-harm.
Welcome, and congratulations on taking the first step to living your best life! Are you struggling with a pattern of unhealthy and unsatisfying relationships or recovering from a painful breakup or divorce? I can help you heal and create the space for healthier, more satisfying relationships in the future. Are you struggling with the depression, anxiety, and isolation that comes with navigating a global pandemic? Have you experienced physical, sexual, and emotional abuse and are unsure of where to turn to? Do you struggle to regain power and agency over a life overwhelmed by trauma? Better days are on the horizon!
Sara has experience working with clients who struggle with addiction and mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, bipolar, and trauma.
Sara Saunders is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2018. Sara believes that every client has the ability within themselves to heal and that counseling helps uncover, enhance, and aide in your personal healing process. She also believes that life is a journey not a destination, and that it takes courage to take the next step toward healing. You and Sara can work together to uncover your strengths and enhance the strengths that are within you so that you can achieve your goals.
Sara has experience working with clients who struggle with addiction and mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, bipolar, and trauma.
Sara Saunders is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2018. Sara believes that every client has the ability within themselves to heal and that counseling helps uncover, enhance, and aide in your personal healing process. She also believes that life is a journey not a destination, and that it takes courage to take the next step toward healing. You and Sara can work together to uncover your strengths and enhance the strengths that are within you so that you can achieve your goals.
While this is one of my specialties, I also apply my 5 years of clinical experience working at Rogers Memorial Hospital with adults, teens and seniors in crisis to helping people who are coping with Bipolar Disorder, Adult ADD, separation and divorce, grief and loss, relationship issues and major life transitions especially midlife.
I became a Counselor in 2004 after a twenty – year career as a human resources manager. I now combine my intimate knowledge of business and the workplace with my counseling skills to help people with the stress, anxiety, depression, anger, and relationship problems they are experiencing as a result of problems on the job.
While this is one of my specialties, I also apply my 5 years of clinical experience working at Rogers Memorial Hospital with adults, teens and seniors in crisis to helping people who are coping with Bipolar Disorder, Adult ADD, separation and divorce, grief and loss, relationship issues and major life transitions especially midlife.
I became a Counselor in 2004 after a twenty – year career as a human resources manager. I now combine my intimate knowledge of business and the workplace with my counseling skills to help people with the stress, anxiety, depression, anger, and relationship problems they are experiencing as a result of problems on the job.
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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.