Bipolar Disorder therapists in Santa Clarita, California CA

To be clear, bipolar disorder is not just having simple mood swings. This is a biochemical condition through which people experience severe highs and lows. Medication is key to keeping stable. Still, psychotherapy can play an incredibly important role, too. People living with bipolar disorder often experience serious lows, during which it can be hard to carry on with their normal lives and routines. I have worked with many clients with this illness using all different kinds of evidence-based practices to improve their daily functioning and get through the tough times. We will also try to find ways to reduce stress in your life, as stress has been suggested to trigger cycling between mania and depression.  

Our mission here at West Valley Counseling is to provide affordable therapy to individuals and families. All of our therapists are licensed to practice as pre-licensed and licensed therapists in the State of California. Our staff is diverse, multi-cultural and LGBT informed.  

Having a close family member who was diagnosed as Bipolar when they were 14 was my introduction to the field of therapy and is one of the main reasons I became a therapist. Thus, I have extensive personal and professional knowledge in this area. It should be noted that Bipolar Disorder is one the most common diagnosis that is often wrong! I have had many clients come in stating they have been diagnosed as suffering from Bipolar Disorder but they don't meet the diagnostic criteria. Thus, this has been a popular catch all within the field when something else is really at the heart of the matter. The work here includes teaming with a psychiatrist to ensure proper diagnosis and medication while dealing with negative thoughts that help feed the depressive aspect of the cycle of depression and mania, or depression and hypomania (Bipolar II).  

My private practice has been established for over 30 years and focuses on the unique needs of every adult, child and family that I see. Therapy is about helping you understand yourself better, solve problems that have effected your relationships and work and to help enhance your life in many ways.  

Through an accepting and supportive guidance, I work together with adults, teenagers, and families using proven therapeutic techniques to provide solutions to their concerns. I empower clients to clarify goals and guide them to communicate more effectively and feel better in their relationships.  

My hope and intent is for you to feel heard, seen, supported and hopeful about you and your circumstances. Van Gogh said it best, "I feel there is nothing more truly artistic than loving people." Our creative collaboration will equip you in getting your needs met in healthy ways.  

Evaluation and treatment of all major mental and emotional disorders, with focused expertise in: depression, anxiety, traumatic stress, dissociative disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), sexual trauma victims, marital and relationship issues, educational and executive coaching.  

We work with clients who express issues or concerns with Bipolar Disorder.  

I believe the best way I can help with Bipolar Disorder is to be part of your team. Working with your psychiatrist for medication guidance, and talk therapy for support and connection, we can help you move forward.  

A diagnosis of bipolar disorder can be extremely disruptive if left untreated. We provide a safe, containing environment to help you manage emotional dysregulation and help develop structures to improve overall functioning. We work well with excellent psychiatrists to aid with medication management, as appropriate.