Bipolar Disorder therapists in San Diego, California CA
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Bipolar
Ross Kellogg, LMFT
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Individual, Marriage, and Family Therapist (LMFT)
Bipolar symptoms can be confusion and overwhelming. In our therapy work together, we will develop a plan specifically tailored to you and your symptoms and start to find the relief you need.
12 Years Experience
Online in San Diego, CA California (Online Only)
Bipolar
Dr. Divya Kakaiya Healthy Within
Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Psychologist Ph. D M.S. BCN-L
Bipolar disorder is fundamentally a brain regulation problem — the nervous system swings between states of dangerous overactivation and crushing underarousal, often without warning.
Neurofeedback targets this instability directly, training the brain to recognize and return to a more balanced middle ground. Over time, mood swings become less extreme, more predictable, and easier to manage — giving patients a neurological anchor that medication alone often cannot provide.
41 Years Experience
In-Person in San Diego, CA 92121
Bipolar
Su Boudreau, LMFT
Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified Domestic Violence Counselor
Bipolar is when someone is experiencing extreme polar emotional fluctuations at different times. We all can experience opposite emotional experiences that can be a part of life. It is up to the clinicians to examine whether your symptoms are clinically significant or not. When it is diagnosed, it often necessitates medication treatment along with psychotherapy as it is one of the most difficult conditions to treat without medication in severe to moderate presentations. It is also one of those highly complex diagnoses that a master's level educated licensed marriage and family therapists and social workers for example are not expected to diagnose bipolar disorder. At the Practice, the skilled practitioner/Clinician is available who's been experienced with identifying such complicated symptoms in a much shorter period overall. Researches found that it takes about 10 years for someone to be properly diagnosed with complicated diagnosis, such as bipolar from the time the person first contact a mental health service for help. They are commonly misdiagnosed with depression. That is a 10 year of wasted life, energy, deteriorated relationships, and reduced productivity/income on someone. I highly recommend contacting the office asap if you suspect that you have the related symptoms.
11 Years Experience
Online in San Diego, CA California (Online Only)
Bipolar
Dr. Jen Bachtold
Psychologist, Ph.D., Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor-II (CADC-II), Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Specialist in Anger Management
I am committed to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to individuals living with this condition. My approach integrates evidence-based therapies and personalized strategies to support your journey toward stability and well-being.
11 Years Experience
Online in San Diego, CA California (Online Only)
Bipolar
Dr. Colette Sinclair
Psychologist, Ph.D, Integrated Medical Mental Health Clinician, Licensed Psychologist
Mood disorders can be balanced through treatment with psychonutrition and cognitive behavioral therapy.
20 Years Experience
In-Person Near San Diego, CA
Online in San Diego, CA California
Bipolar
Diaspora Therapy Group
Marriage and Family Therapist, DSW, LMFT
We provide supportive, trauma-informed care for individuals living with bipolar disorder. We help clients better understand mood patterns, develop coping and regulation skills, and strengthen routines, relationships, and self-awareness. Our approach is collaborative, non-judgmental, and can include coordination with psychiatric care when appropriate.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near San Diego, CA
Online in San Diego, CA California
San Diego's identity as a major military and biotech hub creates dual demand for therapists specializing in veteran trauma and PTSD on one hand, and the high-functioning anxiety and burnout of the life sciences industry on the other. The city's large active-duty population at Naval Base San Diego and Camp Pendleton means therapists with military specialty training are consistently sought after, and many practices are specifically oriented toward service members and their families. San Diego's border location and large Latino population drive demand for bilingual therapists and culturally affirming care for immigrant and mixed-status families. Scripps Health and UC San Diego Health provide institutional mental health anchors across the county.
Bipolar Disorder therapists in San Diego, California Statistics
Bipolar Disorder therapists in San Diego, California average 16 years of experience and charge around $214 per session. 98% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (74%), Psychodynamic Therapy (49%), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (45%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$214
Accept insurance
51%
Offer sliding scale
38%
Gender ID
| 51% |
Female |
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| 34% |
Male |
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| 9% |
Non-Binary |
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| 6% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 49% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 49% |
Online Only |
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| 2% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 74% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 49% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 45% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 40% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 40% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 40% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 40% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 74% | Young Adult |
| 72% | Senior |
| 60% | Teen |
| 32% | Children |
Client Focus
| 62% | Women |
| 57% | LGBTQ+ |
| 57% | Men |
| 42% | Black / African American |
| 40% | Hispanic / Latino |