Bipolar Disorder Counselling in Northampton

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Michelle Lam
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Northampton NN4
I specialise in working with personality disorders EUPD, young people, exam stress, trauma, pstd, bereavement, sexual abuse, generalised anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, low-self esteem, depression, stress, existential crisis, self harm, life transitions, sex and relationships and familial conflicts. I adapt my practise to each individual's needs and can provide (DBT) Dialectical Behavioural Therapy aimed at helping with distress tolerance and interpersonal relationships. I will work with you to help gain a better understanding of the cause of these issues and find ways to move forward.
I specialise in working with personality disorders EUPD, young people, exam stress, trauma, pstd, bereavement, sexual abuse, generalised anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, low-self esteem, depression, stress, existential crisis, self harm, life transitions, sex and relationships and familial conflicts. I adapt my practise to each individual's needs and can provide (DBT) Dialectical Behavioural Therapy aimed at helping with distress tolerance and interpersonal relationships. I will work with you to help gain a better understanding of the cause of these issues and find ways to move forward.
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Cathy McMorrow Counselling
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Northampton NN1  (Online Only)
Are you struggling to cope with difficult feelings, thoughts or behaviours? Looking for ways to manage difficult past or present life events or relationships? Or maybe you just want to understand yourself better? As your counsellor, I will offer you a safe, confidential, and comfortable space to explore your difficulties without judging you or telling you what to do. There will be no distractions; an opportunity to be fully heard and valued. Whether you want to explore through talking or other creative means like art work, movement or acting out, it is your choice. Whatever works for you!
Are you struggling to cope with difficult feelings, thoughts or behaviours? Looking for ways to manage difficult past or present life events or relationships? Or maybe you just want to understand yourself better? As your counsellor, I will offer you a safe, confidential, and comfortable space to explore your difficulties without judging you or telling you what to do. There will be no distractions; an opportunity to be fully heard and valued. Whether you want to explore through talking or other creative means like art work, movement or acting out, it is your choice. Whatever works for you!
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Mensah Wellbeing
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northampton NN5
Welcome to Mensah Wellbeing, a mental health and well-being hub dedicated to supporting neurodivergent adults and children, as well as those facing anxiety, PTSD, trauma, and related disorders. Founded on the principles of compassion, expertise, and inclusivity, our mission is to provide exceptional assessments and therapeutic interventions that empower individuals and families on their journey toward mental health and well-being.
Welcome to Mensah Wellbeing, a mental health and well-being hub dedicated to supporting neurodivergent adults and children, as well as those facing anxiety, PTSD, trauma, and related disorders. Founded on the principles of compassion, expertise, and inclusivity, our mission is to provide exceptional assessments and therapeutic interventions that empower individuals and families on their journey toward mental health and well-being.
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Dr Carly Carter
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Northampton NN2
Hello, my name is Carly, I am a senior Clinical Psychologist offering specialist psychological therapy services for adults and young adults (17+ years old) and couples. I have extensive experience supporting individuals experiencing a range of challenges that typically include; anxiety, low mood, stress/burn-out, difficulty regulating emotions, self-criticism and traumatic experiences, difficulties adjusting to living with a physical health condition, difficulties living with the psychological impact of fatigue and pain. I am always happy to discuss any difficulties you may be experiencing to see if I can help.
Hello, my name is Carly, I am a senior Clinical Psychologist offering specialist psychological therapy services for adults and young adults (17+ years old) and couples. I have extensive experience supporting individuals experiencing a range of challenges that typically include; anxiety, low mood, stress/burn-out, difficulty regulating emotions, self-criticism and traumatic experiences, difficulties adjusting to living with a physical health condition, difficulties living with the psychological impact of fatigue and pain. I am always happy to discuss any difficulties you may be experiencing to see if I can help.
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Claire L Newman
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Northampton NN3
Welcome, you may be looking for a therapist, counsellor or coach to address a specific issue, perhaps an experience that is impacting you now, or there may be a general feeling that something is not quite right. Therapy and counselling help you discover the real you, creating awareness, acknowledging and dealing with repressed feelings and getting in touch with your innate self-worth. Which, in turn, promotes personal autonomy and the resilience to deal with life's challenges. Life coaching clears unconscious patterns and beliefs and helps you to set and action goals to move towards living a fulfilling and nourishing life.
Welcome, you may be looking for a therapist, counsellor or coach to address a specific issue, perhaps an experience that is impacting you now, or there may be a general feeling that something is not quite right. Therapy and counselling help you discover the real you, creating awareness, acknowledging and dealing with repressed feelings and getting in touch with your innate self-worth. Which, in turn, promotes personal autonomy and the resilience to deal with life's challenges. Life coaching clears unconscious patterns and beliefs and helps you to set and action goals to move towards living a fulfilling and nourishing life.
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Justin Porter
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Northampton NN7
You are not alone! In addition to formal Counselling training, I bring to my work many years of life experience and of overcoming (and continuing to overcome) my own mental and emotional health challenges. If you feel overwhelmed by circumstances or internal struggles, I will use my experience and training to help empower you to overcome situations both inner and outer that may feel impossible to surmount. .
You are not alone! In addition to formal Counselling training, I bring to my work many years of life experience and of overcoming (and continuing to overcome) my own mental and emotional health challenges. If you feel overwhelmed by circumstances or internal struggles, I will use my experience and training to help empower you to overcome situations both inner and outer that may feel impossible to surmount. .
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Serendipity Psychology Services Ltd
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Northampton NN4
Serendipity Psychology is a team of professionally registered, highly qualified psychologists, psychotherapists, counsellors and occupational therapists working across Northamptonshire and many areas of the UK. Our team aspire to deliver exceptional, personalised psychological treatment and care throughout the time you need us. We offer a range of specialist support and pathways of care, including a lower-fee pathway for those who may struggle to access independent therapy because of the cost.
Serendipity Psychology is a team of professionally registered, highly qualified psychologists, psychotherapists, counsellors and occupational therapists working across Northamptonshire and many areas of the UK. Our team aspire to deliver exceptional, personalised psychological treatment and care throughout the time you need us. We offer a range of specialist support and pathways of care, including a lower-fee pathway for those who may struggle to access independent therapy because of the cost.
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Dr Alex Satchwell
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Northampton NN1
Hello, I'm Alex. I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist . I work predominantly in mental health services with people who have a number of difficult experiences (including depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and emotion regulation). Although I'd be happy to discuss with you any presenting difficulties you may be experiencing.
Hello, I'm Alex. I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist . I work predominantly in mental health services with people who have a number of difficult experiences (including depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and emotion regulation). Although I'd be happy to discuss with you any presenting difficulties you may be experiencing.
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Dr Ayesha Pudaruth
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Northampton NN3  (Online Only)
Starting psychological therapy is a daunting process which takes a lot of courage. It may be difficult to know what you are looking for and this is something I can help you navigate. I am a registered Counselling Psychologist, with over 12 years of experience of working in the mental health sector. I have worked in range of services and with a diverse range of people. I work with people who may experience a range of difficulties including depression, anxiety, relational and personality difficulties, to name a few. I also specialise in working with people who have experienced trauma or difficult experiences in their life.
Starting psychological therapy is a daunting process which takes a lot of courage. It may be difficult to know what you are looking for and this is something I can help you navigate. I am a registered Counselling Psychologist, with over 12 years of experience of working in the mental health sector. I have worked in range of services and with a diverse range of people. I work with people who may experience a range of difficulties including depression, anxiety, relational and personality difficulties, to name a few. I also specialise in working with people who have experienced trauma or difficult experiences in their life.
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Linda Harris
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northampton NN4
I have been working within the field of mental health for almost 30 years, predominantly within the NHS, and have a wealth of training and experience. I provide both long and short term counselling and psychotherapy for individuals and couples, and work to an exceptional standard of confidentiality. I work with a variety of problems and issues such as anxiety, depression, childhood trauma and relationship difficulties. However, if you'd like to discuss what is troubling you, you are very welcome to call or e-mail me before committing to making an appointment.
I have been working within the field of mental health for almost 30 years, predominantly within the NHS, and have a wealth of training and experience. I provide both long and short term counselling and psychotherapy for individuals and couples, and work to an exceptional standard of confidentiality. I work with a variety of problems and issues such as anxiety, depression, childhood trauma and relationship difficulties. However, if you'd like to discuss what is troubling you, you are very welcome to call or e-mail me before committing to making an appointment.
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Bryn Higgott
Psychotherapist, MSc, GMBPsS
Verified Verified
Northampton NN1
Everyone has a way of looking at the world, its events, and their place in it that is personal to them. Consequently, there is no one size fits all in therapeutic approach. Psychotherapy can be a powerful, life changing experience in the right hands. It focuses on understanding how you see the world and interpret the life you have, and want. Good mental health affects so many aspects of life. For example studies on the interaction between the mind, nervous system and the immune system illustrate that there is a connection between relieving stress and related immune processes.
Everyone has a way of looking at the world, its events, and their place in it that is personal to them. Consequently, there is no one size fits all in therapeutic approach. Psychotherapy can be a powerful, life changing experience in the right hands. It focuses on understanding how you see the world and interpret the life you have, and want. Good mental health affects so many aspects of life. For example studies on the interaction between the mind, nervous system and the immune system illustrate that there is a connection between relieving stress and related immune processes.
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Hope Therapy & Counselling Services
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Northampton NN1
I am a skilled Counsellor specialising in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Counseling Supervision. With a Bachelor's degree in CBT, a Diploma in Counselling, and a Level 7 Postgraduate qualification in Counselling Supervision, I am dedicated to providing personalised support for challenges such as anxiety, depression, anger management, relationship issues, self-confidence, and self-esteem. Qualifications: BSc in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT): My academic foundation equips me with principles and techniques for addressing cognitive and behavioural patterns linked to mental health concerns.
I am a skilled Counsellor specialising in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Counseling Supervision. With a Bachelor's degree in CBT, a Diploma in Counselling, and a Level 7 Postgraduate qualification in Counselling Supervision, I am dedicated to providing personalised support for challenges such as anxiety, depression, anger management, relationship issues, self-confidence, and self-esteem. Qualifications: BSc in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT): My academic foundation equips me with principles and techniques for addressing cognitive and behavioural patterns linked to mental health concerns.
07480 559808 View 07480 559808
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Anh Huntington
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Northampton NN1
I offer counselling for individuals and I am also a certified Imago relationship therapist, trained to work with couples and family members. I offer you a safe, confidential space to explore those difficult moments in your life. My work reflects three core beliefs: Being genuine, so you can successfully explore the issues that have brought you to seek help. Being accepting and empathic, giving you the opportunity to increase your self-understanding. Providing a non-judgmental and safe place to share your experiences as we work together. I am warm and understanding towards others. I am also a broad-minded Counsellor.
I offer counselling for individuals and I am also a certified Imago relationship therapist, trained to work with couples and family members. I offer you a safe, confidential space to explore those difficult moments in your life. My work reflects three core beliefs: Being genuine, so you can successfully explore the issues that have brought you to seek help. Being accepting and empathic, giving you the opportunity to increase your self-understanding. Providing a non-judgmental and safe place to share your experiences as we work together. I am warm and understanding towards others. I am also a broad-minded Counsellor.
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Dr Jef Jacques
Psychotherapist, PhD, HCPC-Drama Therap.
Verified Verified
Northampton NN1
You may be facing some personal difficulties or struggles that you wish could be resolved. These may be a persistent low mood, a recurrent anxiety, a recent or past traumatic experience, a lack of meaning or direction in life, an anger issue, the loss of a loved one, a relationship breakdown, a feeling of guilt or shame, a difficult life transition, or a more enduring and chronic mental health difficulty. You may want to seek ways of working through these personal challenges, of alleviating their burden, and of leading a more fulfilling life. Or you may be feeling the psychological and physical impact of long term health conditions.
You may be facing some personal difficulties or struggles that you wish could be resolved. These may be a persistent low mood, a recurrent anxiety, a recent or past traumatic experience, a lack of meaning or direction in life, an anger issue, the loss of a loved one, a relationship breakdown, a feeling of guilt or shame, a difficult life transition, or a more enduring and chronic mental health difficulty. You may want to seek ways of working through these personal challenges, of alleviating their burden, and of leading a more fulfilling life. Or you may be feeling the psychological and physical impact of long term health conditions.
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Chalene Long
Psychotherapist, SNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Northampton NN1
I am a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist, Hypnotherapist and Clinical Supervisor with over 15 years experience and a senior accredited member of both the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (MCS Acc.) and the National Hypnotherapy Society (MCS Acc.). I run my own private practice, Chameleon Therapy Centre. I offer a comprehensive range of professional and confidential therapeutic services, including hypno-psychotherapy, counselling, hypnotherapy and clinical supervision to individuals, couples and youngpeople. I offer a free initial 30-minute consultation. Appointments can be held face-to-face, online or by telephone.
I am a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist, Hypnotherapist and Clinical Supervisor with over 15 years experience and a senior accredited member of both the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (MCS Acc.) and the National Hypnotherapy Society (MCS Acc.). I run my own private practice, Chameleon Therapy Centre. I offer a comprehensive range of professional and confidential therapeutic services, including hypno-psychotherapy, counselling, hypnotherapy and clinical supervision to individuals, couples and youngpeople. I offer a free initial 30-minute consultation. Appointments can be held face-to-face, online or by telephone.
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The Eyris Practice
Psychotherapist, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
Northampton NN2
The impact of difficult life experiences can adversely affect our mental well-being or interpersonal relationships at any time in our lives.Such life occurances may include truama, a bereavement or experiencing anxiety and depression. I use a person centred approach to develop a therapeutic relationship with you. This helps over time to support you in gaining insight and understanding of the emotional and mental difficulties you're experiencing. I provide a safe space to listen to you and identify the best therapeutic approach to meet your needs.I offer both face to face and online therapy to suit your individual needs.
The impact of difficult life experiences can adversely affect our mental well-being or interpersonal relationships at any time in our lives.Such life occurances may include truama, a bereavement or experiencing anxiety and depression. I use a person centred approach to develop a therapeutic relationship with you. This helps over time to support you in gaining insight and understanding of the emotional and mental difficulties you're experiencing. I provide a safe space to listen to you and identify the best therapeutic approach to meet your needs.I offer both face to face and online therapy to suit your individual needs.
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Adriana Pavelescu
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Northampton NN2
I'm a Clinical Psychologist(HCPC Registered) &hypnotherapist, owner of Psychotherapy&Hypnotherapy. My passion is assisting traumatized and distressed patients in their healing. I am experienced in providing psychological therapy and hypnotherapy to individuals, couples and families with a wide range of distressing feelings, including childhood trauma, anxiety disorder, panic attack, depression, stress, anger, confidence building, self esteem, phobia's, insomnia. I also offer CBT treatment session for RTA accident and Psychological Medical Report For Court. I use modalities such as CBT, Solution Focused Therapy
I'm a Clinical Psychologist(HCPC Registered) &hypnotherapist, owner of Psychotherapy&Hypnotherapy. My passion is assisting traumatized and distressed patients in their healing. I am experienced in providing psychological therapy and hypnotherapy to individuals, couples and families with a wide range of distressing feelings, including childhood trauma, anxiety disorder, panic attack, depression, stress, anger, confidence building, self esteem, phobia's, insomnia. I also offer CBT treatment session for RTA accident and Psychological Medical Report For Court. I use modalities such as CBT, Solution Focused Therapy
01788 229228 View 01788 229228
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Doctor Mind Ltd
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Northampton NN1
My name is Dr Ravi Sankar. I am a senior clinical psychologist and psychological therapist with over 15 years NHS experience. I currently work full-time in private practice. Have you been overwhelmed with stressful life events? Do you not know where to start to manage your problems? I will help you to develop a good understanding of your emotional difficulties, to learn what has made you stuck, and how to respond flexibly to make progress. How we think makes a big difference to what we feel and then do. I treat many problems including anxiety disorders, PTSD and depression. We often need to slow down in life before we can speed up!
My name is Dr Ravi Sankar. I am a senior clinical psychologist and psychological therapist with over 15 years NHS experience. I currently work full-time in private practice. Have you been overwhelmed with stressful life events? Do you not know where to start to manage your problems? I will help you to develop a good understanding of your emotional difficulties, to learn what has made you stuck, and how to respond flexibly to make progress. How we think makes a big difference to what we feel and then do. I treat many problems including anxiety disorders, PTSD and depression. We often need to slow down in life before we can speed up!
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Tracy Harvey
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Northampton NN7
As a therapist, I work with clients to help them deal with issues such as depression, anxiety and invasive thoughts. I believe that society is quick to label people and say “whats wrong with you?” whereas, I believe we should be asking “What happened to you?” My clients have included survivors of childhood abuse, neglect, sexual assault and those recovering from traumatic-based experiences that have affected their current quality of life. I offer bereavement counselling to help people navigate their pain and find their own way to make sense of their loss. I recognise that, as each person is unique, so is their grieving process.
As a therapist, I work with clients to help them deal with issues such as depression, anxiety and invasive thoughts. I believe that society is quick to label people and say “whats wrong with you?” whereas, I believe we should be asking “What happened to you?” My clients have included survivors of childhood abuse, neglect, sexual assault and those recovering from traumatic-based experiences that have affected their current quality of life. I offer bereavement counselling to help people navigate their pain and find their own way to make sense of their loss. I recognise that, as each person is unique, so is their grieving process.
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Gemma Pearson
Psychologist, HCPC - Forensic Psych.
Verified Verified
Brixworth NN6
Not accepting new clients
Do you ever find yourself falling into the same unhelpful patterns - relationships, working too much, health - but don't seem to be able to stop this? Do you ever feel distress, anxiety, depression or sadness that can feel uncontrollable? Have you suffered a recent trauma and need help for PTSD? As a psychologist with ten years experience offering therapy, often to individuals with complex needs, I am passionate about helping you to break your cycles and understand why they occur. This can include offering a safe space to explore any history of difficult experiences which you still feel effect you.
Do you ever find yourself falling into the same unhelpful patterns - relationships, working too much, health - but don't seem to be able to stop this? Do you ever feel distress, anxiety, depression or sadness that can feel uncontrollable? Have you suffered a recent trauma and need help for PTSD? As a psychologist with ten years experience offering therapy, often to individuals with complex needs, I am passionate about helping you to break your cycles and understand why they occur. This can include offering a safe space to explore any history of difficult experiences which you still feel effect you.
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Bipolar Disorder Counsellors

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.