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Bipolar disorder therapists & psychiatrists in Santa Cruz, CA
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Top bipolar disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Santa Cruz, CA
Managing mood swings and bipolar episodes requires personalized care. Headway's Santa Cruz network includes providers trained in Family-Focused Therapy, Interpersonal and Social Rhythm Therapy, and psychoeducation to help you maintain stability. Most clients save 75% on sessions through insurance coverage.
“I am empathetic and professionally driven, paying close attention to your unique needs in terms of mental health to assist you in overcoming challenges and achieving mental well-being.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I strive to create a compassionate, judgment-free environment where you feel heard, valued, and understood.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My therapeutic approach is grounded in trauma-informed care, solution-focused therapy, and evidence-based interventions, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT).”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I help people see their problems in a different light and support them as they make their desired changes.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I'm especially passionate about working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and strive to provide inclusive, affirming care to every client, regardless of their identity or orientation!”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“With over a decade of clinical experience—and three years conducting sleep research at NASA Ames—I bring both compassion and scientific insight into the therapy room.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
“My approach focuses on strengths and effective coping skills in order to help the client build more meaning in their lives.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“With a focus on holistic wellness, I aim to empower my patients to achieve their optimal mental health through therapeutic interventions, medication management, and collaborative treatment planning.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I am deeply committed to creating a safe, supportive space where clients feel truly heard and respected.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I understand no two individuals are the same, and I tailor our sessions together to address challenges unique to you.”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and personalized. I believe in working closely with my clients to understand their goals and create treatment plans that support lasting emotional wellness.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My goal is to make sure every client feels informed, supported, and empowered to make their own decisions about treatment, with me as a guide.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I believe therapy should be active, structured, and results-focused. My approach blends evidence-based techniques from CBT, DBT, MCT, IFS, and more, tailored to your unique needs.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“With CBT approach to psychotherapy, you will learn skills to examin how your thoughts affect your emotions and experiences, and learn how to change your circumstances.”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I offer support and reassurance that provides them with a safe place as we build a therapeutic relationship.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I take a collaborative and strengths-based approach, tailoring our work to your unique needs, goals, and experiences.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“Amanda Cheyenne believes that self actualization comes from committed compassion to our present felt experience paired with responsible (and often playful) action.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Diabetes
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
“My work is grounded in psychoanalytic theory and technique, which means we'll look beyond surface symptoms to understand what's shaping your inner experience and patterns in relationships.”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I strive to provide compassionate, direct, and culturally compassionate treatment to support you in this journey.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical. I won't just ask how you feel—I help you make sense of what's going on and figure out what actually works for your day-to-day life.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I've worked closely with those navigating substance use recovery, mood instability, trauma-related symptoms, and treatment-resistant depression.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I am dedicated to helping people feel like themselves again. I provide compassionate, evidence based care for anxiety and depression, ADHD, PTSD, bipolar disorder and other mental health conditions.My goal is to create a judgement free space where patients feel heard and receive personalized treatment that fits their lives
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“With more than 18 years of experience in diverse clinical settings, I bring a holistic, patient-centered approach that respects each person's unique story, needs, and goals.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I provide a safe, comfortable setting which allows clients to explore their issues and quickly find solutions.”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am driven by an unwavering commitment to sow seeds of hope and cultivate a garden of resilience. Every interaction is a chance to illuminate the path towards recovery with empathy and understanding.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I take a holistic and individualized approach to care, tailoring treatment plans to each person's unique needs, symptoms, and goals.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I strive to create a collaborative, respectful environment where clients feel heard, understood, and supported as they work toward meaningful change.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My practice integrates multicultural and queer-affirming frameworks, with particular attention to the impact of systemic oppression on mental health and wellbeing.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My goal is to empower you with the tools and strategies needed to enhance your emotional well-being and lead a fulfilling life.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My approach integrates evidence-based medical treatment with holistic practices to support optimal, individualized mental health outcomes.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I strive to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout their healing process.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I believe the best mental health care begins with listening. My goal is to create a welcoming, nonjudgmental environment where you feel heard, respected, and involved in every treatment decision.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Sleep disorder
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I bring my 15+ years of experience in emergency and behavioral health, my empathy, and my lived experience to my patients.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
I have a Master's Degree in Counseling, Marriage, and Family from Phillips Graduate Institute.
I earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology from UCSB.
I typically work with clients who have a history of trauma, life transitions, relationship issues, and managing anxiety, The clients I work with are very motivated to make changes in their lives.
I worked with high-risk, traumatized, and abused youth for many years. I find practicing therapy very rewarding. Assisting my clients to work through life challenges and progress in their life journey is a privilege.
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I strive to provide a warm, culturally responsive, and supportive environment where you can feel understood without judgment.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My communication style is open, honest, and direct. My primary therapeutic goal is first-and-foremost to address the issue or issues that a patient or couple identifies as what prompted the individual or couple to seek out therapy.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Energetic, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I specialize in nervous system and identity rebirth. I have been helping clients for over 15 years...”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“My approach is direct and solution-oriented, blending clinical expertise with the profound life lessons that have shaped my perspective on resilience.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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“My approach is rooted in empathy, collaboration, and respect, ensuring you feel heard, valued, and actively involved in your care.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My style is warm, direct, and grounded in evidence-based practices tailored to each individual's needs and goals.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Challenging, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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About our providers for bipolar disorder support in Santa Cruz, CA
Number of therapists serving Santa Cruz, CA
2,937+
Average years in practice
9 years
Top specialties offered
- 100%Bipolar disorder
- 99%Anxiety
- 99%Depression
- 87%Stress management
- 87%PTSD
Insurances accepted
- 98%Aetna
- 86%Cigna
- 81%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 79%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 59%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
- 97%English
- 12%Spanish
- 2%Farsi
- 2%Tagalog
- 1%Igbo
How they see their clients
- 90%Online only
- 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
- 74%Woman
- 25%Man
- 1%Non-binary
License types
- 33%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 28%Nurse Practitioner
- 23%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 7%Clinical Psychologist
- 6%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
- 99%Individual therapy
- 39%Family therapy
- 26%Couples therapy
- 17%Child or adolescent therapy
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