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Bipolar disorder therapists & psychiatrists in Encinitas, CA

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Top bipolar disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Encinitas, CA

Bipolar disorder requires specialized care focused on mood stabilization and routine management. Headway connects Encinitas residents with providers experienced in psychoeducation, family-focused therapy, and interpersonal rhythm therapy to support your recovery journey.

Ryan Carr

Ryan Carr

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Great to meet you! I'm Ryan Carr, a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who works with adolescents and adults facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, trauma, and psychotic disorders. My background includes years of psychiatric nursing in both inpatient and outpatient settings, caring for individuals with a wide range of mental health needs. I believe the best treatment starts with feeling heard, respected, and involved in your care. Together, we'll create a personalized plan focused on helping you feel better and achieve your goals.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jonathan Stiansen

Jonathan Stiansen

Therapist

Virtual • California


I received my Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology from California Baptist University and have been practicing psychotherapy in a variety of settings including foster care, public health clinics, Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) clinics, group homes, HIV clinics, primary care clinics and private practice for the past 20 years.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melanie Lapeyrolerie

Melanie Lapeyrolerie

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


Hello! My name is Melanie Lapeyrolerie, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, California. I offer in-person therapy in West Los Angeles and telehealth services to clients throughout the state. I work with a diverse range of individuals, from young adults to seniors aged 18 to 71. My specialties include treating anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and alcohol and substance use disorders. To support my clients in enhancing their daily lives and overall well-being, I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused CBT, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Mindfulness, among others.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Daniella Leon

Daniella Leon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental. We'll look at how past experiences and current patterns may be affecting your anxiety, mood, relationships, and sense of self.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kelechi Olukaikpe Ogom

Kelechi Olukaikpe Ogom

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I see care as a partnership. You're the expert on your own life, and I bring clinical knowledge to help us make sense of what you're experiencing.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Monika Mladenovic

Monika Mladenovic

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Hermosa Beach, CA


My passion is helping individuals find healing, balance, and inner strength. With compassion and care, I support clients as they navigate life’s challenges, building resilience, self-awareness, and emotional well-being along the way.‍I provide evidence-based treatment tailored to each person’s needs, drawing on mindfulness, trauma-informed approaches, and personalized care plans. My goal is to create a safe and supportive space where clients can reconnect with themselves and develop the tools for lasting wellness.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Amber Locke

Amber Locke

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Alpine, CA


“I am a clinically strong psychiatric nurse practitioner who prioritizes patient safety, ethical practice, and clear communication above all else.”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Creative, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bea Hamilton

Bea Hamilton

Therapist

Virtual • California


“When we work together, you can expect someone who uses humor, movies, stories, myths, and music to convey psychological concepts.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues
Affirming, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ruben Salgado Dominguez

Ruben Salgado Dominguez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Welcome! I'm Ruben Salgado, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping adults navigate challenges such as Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Borderline Personality Disorder, Bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, and other mental health concerns. I believe treatment works best when you feel heard, understood, and involved in every decision. My goal is to provide evidence-based care in a supportive, judgment-free environment where we work together to help you feel better and build lasting resilience.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Beverly Glavan

Beverly Glavan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I take a warm, empathetic, and collaborative approach—working alongside you to build practical skills and lasting strategies.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ashley Griffin

Ashley Griffin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Newport Beach, CA


I know how heavy life can feel when you’re carrying pain, uncertainty, or self-doubt. But I believe, as a wise old wizard once said, “Happiness can be found even in the darkest of places, if one only remembers to turn on the light.” My role is to help you find that light again. I work with Gen Z and Millennial adults facing anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and more. Through integrative, culturally responsive care, I combine evidence-based psychiatry with holistic strategies to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered to create a life that aligns with your true self.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Julie Wright

Julie Wright

Therapist

Virtual • Thousand Oaks, CA


“Sessions with me are warm, honest, and engaged. I create a space where you can speak freely, feel respected, and sort through what is heavy without pressure or judgment.”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jamie Sheets

Jamie Sheets

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am super passionate about creating a therapeutic connection with my clients, no matter the background.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Marina Dormer

Marina Dormer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have specialized training in eating disorders, addiction, EMDR, and couples therapy.”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Anthony Leslie

Anthony Leslie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Laguna Beach, CA


“I take the time to understand my patients' needs and concerns, and I work with them to develop a treatment plan that is tailored to their individual needs.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Anna O'Connor

Anna O'Connor

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Albany, CA


“We'll explore ways you are shaped by family, community, and culture, and what this means about how you show up in the world.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nicholas Bowen

Nicholas Bowen

Psychiatrist

Virtual • California


“I don't believe psychiatric treatment should be rushed or based on a checklist. My goal is to understand not only your symptoms, but also the biological, psychological, and lifestyle factors that may be contributing to them.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Paula Rosenfeld

Paula Rosenfeld

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am the the kind of clinician who will utilize real life references and examples of how the interventions work, I am transparent, non judgmental and will share with you the exact intent of my interventions.”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Christina Martinez

Christina Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a Latina therapist, I provide culturally responsive care and understand how family, identity, and cultural experiences can influence emotional well-being.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jeorgina Chavez

Jeorgina Chavez

Therapist

Virtual • California


I have a masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. I have been in practice for over 10 years. During my time in practice, I have served various age groups, populations, and diagnoses. I try to meet clients and families where they are at to help clients achieve their desired goals.

Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Christine Paek Gates

Christine Paek Gates

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that effective therapy starts with a genuine therapeutic relationship, built on trust, compassion, and respect.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Cynthia Curnan

Dr. Cynthia Curnan

Therapist

Virtual • California


I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a PhD and 34 years of experience, offering telehealth therapy to clients in California. I'm most in my element with people who are learning their needs, what's getting in their way and feel ready to meet their challenges. My clients come from all walks of life. I help those who are too hard on themselves to become their own best friend.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ben Savelli

Ben Savelli

Therapist

Virtual • Sacramento, CA


“I'm a late-diagnosed autistic and ADHD (AuDHD) man — I received my diagnosis in my 30s from a psychologist who is also self-disclosed autistic.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Jane Agu

Dr. Jane Agu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years in practice, in various settings, including outpatient, emergency department, and urgent care.

I want to be your partner in your wellness journey.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Smith

Emily Smith

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe you can find the motivation to get control of your life again. I work primarily with young adults with ADHD and Anxiety...”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Melissa Contractor

Melissa Contractor

Therapist

Virtual • California


I have been a licensed marriage and family therapiist for over 30 years. I have had many years of experience working with clients in both inpatient and outpatient settings. My focus on treating clients is on improving and increasing coping skills to better manage emotions and/or relationships. I like to give specific tools that can be used outside of the session.

Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Funmi Igbinigie

Funmi Igbinigie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a warm, compassionate, and judgment-free space where you feel heard, respected, and supported.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Schuler DeWitt

Mary Schuler DeWitt

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Ugochi Nnadozie

Dr. Ugochi Nnadozie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe in empowering you to identify and leverage your strengths to overcome challenges, utilizing a positive mindset, and believing in your ability.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jeffrey Wirth

Jeffrey Wirth

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have always strived to help them become the best version of themselves as possible, while reaching to accomplish any constructive goals they may have for themselves.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Brett Bauer

Brett Bauer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in working together to achieve your goals. In life, you often have people telling you where to go or what to do, but my job is to help you understand where you want to go and what you want to do.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Porsha Gray

Porsha Gray

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I respect the autonomy of the people I work with... I try to maintain an empathetic and nonjudgmental stance.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Stelly

Christina Stelly

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Rafael, CA


“Helping people reclaim their mental health and quality of life is not just my profession — it is my purpose.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
May Akalemeaku

May Akalemeaku

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ontario, CA


Hi, I’m May, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, and I’m here to help you feel like yourself again. I work with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, and feeling overwhelmed. I provide medication management along with tools to support better mood, sleep, focus, and daily functioning. I take time to listen and understand your experience so we can create a plan that fits your needs. With a background in both mental health and special education, I bring patience, empathy, and a commitment to meeting you where you are. If you’re ready for support, I’d be honored to work with you.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Sleep disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Rebekah Williams

Rebekah Williams

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I offer clients over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, couples, and families.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Matthew Carroll

Matthew Carroll

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I take a whole-person approach to mental health care and believe that effective treatment involves more than simply managing symptoms.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Mona Dow

Mona Dow

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that meaningful change happens in a safe, supportive, and authentic therapeutic relationship.”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yaifeh Chafeh

Yaifeh Chafeh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Hi, I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner who believes everyone deserves to feel heard, supported, and treated with kindness. I create a warm, welcoming, and judgment-free space where you can feel comfortable being yourself. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, mood changes, and other mental health concerns. Along with medication management, I also use supportive therapy techniques, including CBT and motivational interviewing, to help clients build healthy coping skills and feel more confident in their daily lives.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Christian Noel Evangelista

Christian Noel Evangelista

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I strive to be fully present with my patients by listening closely and truly empathizing with their concerns.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kathryn Dole

Kathryn Dole

Therapist

Virtual • California


“You can look forward to an opportunity to start to change problems, difficulties, and dysfunction for something better but most importantly, a safe place for you to tell what's going on in your life.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our providers for bipolar disorder support in Encinitas, CA

Number of therapists serving Encinitas, CA
There are over 2,902 therapists in Encinitas, CA accepting new patients.
2,902+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Bipolar disorder
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 99%Depression
  • 87%Stress management
  • 87%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 85%Cigna
  • 79%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 60%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 12%Spanish
  • 2%Farsi
  • 2%Tagalog
  • 1%Igbo
How they see their clients
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  • 88%Online only
  • 12%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 74%Woman
  • 26%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 33%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 27%Nurse Practitioner
  • 24%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 8%Clinical Psychologist
  • 5%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 39%Family therapy
  • 27%Couples therapy
  • 16%Child or adolescent therapy

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