Bipolar Disorder therapists in Santa Ana, CA
Browse Bipolar Disorder therapists in Santa Ana, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Bipolar
Mary Gonzalez
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Living with bipolar disorder can feel unpredictable and overwhelming. Periods of depression may leave you feeling hopeless, exhausted, or disconnected, while episodes of elevated mood or increased energy can affect your judgment, relationships, work, and daily routine. The emotional highs and lows can make it difficult to feel stable, leading many people to experience frustration, uncertainty, or shame.
At Holding Space Therapy, we provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can better understand your mood patterns, identify triggers, and develop practical strategies for managing symptoms. Therapy focuses on helping you build consistency, strengthen emotional regulation, improve relationships, and increase your ability to recognize early warning signs of mood changes.
Using evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness, psychoeducation, and trauma-informed care, we work collaboratively to help you develop healthy routines, improve coping skills, reduce stress, and support long-term emotional wellness. When appropriate, therapy is coordinated with your prescribing provider, as medication is often an important part of effectively managing bipolar disorder.
Many individuals living with bipolar disorder have also experienced trauma, anxiety, or significant life stress. Treatment takes a whole-person approach, recognizing how these experiences can influence mood, relationships, self-esteem, and overall well-being. With the right support, effective treatment, and practical tools, it is possible to build stability, strengthen resilience, and create a meaningful, fulfilling life.
6 Years Experience
Online in Santa Ana, CA (Online Only)
Bipolar
Barry Ross
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I am a psychologist, marriage family therapist, bioenergetic analyst, and psychoanalyst with more than 30 years of clinical experience in treating adolescents, adults, and marital couples. I am skilled in helping a person to feel understood and related to in a new and helpful way.
42 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Ana, CA
Online in Santa Ana, CA
Bipolar
Anna Yu Lee
Life Coach, PhD, MPH, MA
I work people with bipolar disorder using a wide range of approaches.
4 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Ana, CA
Online in Santa Ana, CA
Bipolar
Monica M. Huston
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Bipolar disorder involves significant shifts in mood, energy, and functioning that can feel difficult to manage and understand. I work with individuals to recognize patterns, increase stability, and make sense of the emotional and relational factors that can influence mood changes. Therapy focuses on building awareness, improving regulation, and creating a more consistent internal and external structure.
9 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Ana, CA
Online in Santa Ana, CA
Bipolar
Dorit Saberi-Thrive Psychological Services
Psychologist, Ph.D, Diplomate-Academy of Cognitive Therapy; Trainer- Prolonged Exposure for PTSD- CTSA
Cognitive Behavior Therapy for bipolar disorder
24 Years Experience
Online in Santa Ana, CA (Online Only)
Bipolar
Advanced Psychological Associates & Wellness Center
Psychologist, PsyD, Phd, LMFT, LPCC, LCSW, Certified Hypnotist & Biofeedback Technician, Massage & Acupuncturist
Our goal is to help you uncover your true potential, and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. Our practice style is goal oriented using numerous approaches.
24 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Ana, CA
Bipolar
Dr. M at Insight Thoughts Psychotherapy Services (ITPS) Inc
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPCC
Bipolar disorder can bring strong changes in mood, energy, and focus that make life feel hard to manage. I support clients in understanding these patterns, building routines that protect stability, and developing skills that help them stay grounded through changes in mood.
7 Years Experience
Online in Santa Ana, CA (Online Only)
Bipolar
Aimen Bukhari
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT 144748, LPCC 18977
I support adults with bipolar disorder seeking stability, insight, and consistent emotional regulation. Therapy focuses on grounding, routine, and self-awareness, while also exploring identity, relationships, and long-standing patterns shaped by stress and responsibility.
7 Years Experience
Online in Santa Ana, CA (Online Only)
Bipolar
Eve Angela Fritsch
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.A.
Living with bipolar disorder can feel unpredictable and overwhelming. I help clients better understand their moods, recognize early warning signs, develop healthy coping strategies, and build greater stability in their daily lives.
9 Years Experience
Online in Santa Ana, CA (Online Only)
Bipolar
Lori Karny
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW Psychotherapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Have you wondered about your emotional ups and downs?
Have you received a diagnosis? We can discuss your situation, questions and worries.
37 Years Experience
Online in Santa Ana, CA (Online Only)
Santa Ana is one of the most densely populated cities in the United States and has an overwhelmingly Latino population — predominantly Mexican American, with significant Central American communities — making Spanish-speaking and bicultural therapists not a specialty but a baseline requirement for meaningful access to care. The city's families navigate a complex mix of immigration stress, economic precarity, and the particular challenges of raising children across cultures, and therapists fluent in both language and cultural context serve an essential community function. Rady Children's Health Orange County (formerly CHOC) and the broader Orange County healthcare system provide institutional mental health resources, though access can be limited by insurance and immigration-related barriers. Telehealth has meaningfully expanded therapy access for Santa Ana residents who prefer culturally matched care over what is available locally.
Bipolar Disorder therapists in Santa Ana, CA Statistics
Bipolar Disorder therapists in Santa Ana, CA average 16 years of experience and charge around $216 per session. 98% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (76%), Psychodynamic Therapy (50%), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (50%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$216
Accept insurance
50%
Offer sliding scale
37%
Gender ID
| 54% |
Female |
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| 36% |
Male |
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| 7% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 54% |
In Person and Online |
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| 44% |
Online Only |
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| 2% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 76% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 50% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 50% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 41% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 41% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 41% | Relational Psychotherapy |
| 39% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 70% | Senior |
| 69% | Young Adult |
| 59% | Teen |
| 35% | Children |
Client Focus
| 61% | Women |
| 56% | LGBTQ+ |
| 54% | Men |
| 41% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 39% | Black / African American |