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Bhoomika Sharma licensed bipolar disorder therapist in Dubai

Bhoomika Sharma

Clinical Psychologist

This week

available

4+

years

Anxiety & Stress

Depression

Relationship Issues

Self-Esteem

Bipolar Disorder

English, Urdu, Punjabi, Hindi

PhD scholar

CBT Therapy, Clinical Psychologist

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Starting 50 USD / Session

50 USD Starting rate / Session

Jennifer Al Helou licensed bipolar disorder therapist in Dubai

Jennifer Al Helou

Clinical Psychologist

This week

available

9+

years

Depression

PTSD

Phobias and Fears

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Bipolar Disorder

Arabic, French, English

CBT Therapy, Clinical Psychologist, DBT Practitioner, Psychological Assessments

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Starting 75 USD / Session

75 USD Starting rate / Session

Snigdha Samantray licensed bipolar disorder therapist in Dubai

Snigdha Samantray

Psychotherapist

This week

available

10+

years

Depression

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Bipolar Disorder

Panic Disorder

Trauma

Hindi, Bengali, English, Urdu

MPhil Clinical Psychology

ACT Therapy, CBT Therapy, DBT Practitioner, Mindfulness, NLP Practitioner

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Starting 75 USD / Session

75 USD Starting rate / Session

Samia Ali licensed bipolar disorder therapist in Dubai

Samia Ali

Clinical Psychologist

4+

years

Anxiety & Stress

Depression

Relationship Issues

Bipolar Disorder

Nightmares

Arabic, English

MS Applied Clinical Psychology

ACT Therapy, DBT Practitioner, Mindfulness

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Starting 75 USD / Session

75 USD Starting rate / Session

José Tavela

José Tavela

Psychotherapist

This week

available

14+

years

Relationship Issues

Substance Abuse and Addiction

Sleep Disorders

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Trauma

Spanish, Italian, English

MA Addiction Prevention and Treatment

CBT Therapy, Gestalt Psychotherapy, Psychoanalysis

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Starting 100 USD / Session

100 USD Starting rate / Session

Eugene Chong

Eugene Chong

Counselling Psychotherapist

This week

available

21+

years

Anxiety & Stress

Depression

Relationship Issues

Grief and Loss

PTSD

English, Chinese

CBT Therapy, Counselling Psychologist, Psychological Assessments

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Starting 75 USD / Session

75 USD Starting rate / Session

Geetika Arora

Geetika Arora

Counselling Psychotherapist

This week

available

8+

years

Relationship Issues

Career and Work-Related Issues

Academic Stress

Parenting Support

Behavioral Issues

Hindi, English

MA Clinical Psychology

ACT Therapy, CBT Therapy, DBT Practitioner, Mindfulness

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Starting 50 USD / Session

50 USD Starting rate / Session

Antima Jain

Antima Jain

Clinical Psychologist

This week

available

4+

years

Relationship Issues

Grief and Loss

Social Skills

Parenting Support

Couples Therapy

English, Hindi

MS Clinical Psychology

CBT Therapy, Compassionate Therapy, Mindfulness, Psychodynamic Therapy

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Starting 50 USD / Session

50 USD Starting rate / Session

María Fernanda

María Fernanda

Psychotherapist

This week

available

22+

years

Depression

Relationship Issues

Grief and Loss

Panic Disorder

Social Anxiety

English, Spanish, Italian, Catalan

Master's in Prevention and Treatment of Drug Dependence

CBT Therapy, Psychoanalysis, Psychodynamic Therapy

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Starting 100 USD / Session

100 USD Starting rate / Session

Shreya Agarwal

Shreya Agarwal

Clinical & Counselling Psychotherapist

This week

available

6+

years

Anxiety & Stress

Depression

Emotional Regulation

Panic Disorder

Trauma

Hindi

ACT Therapy, CBT Therapy, DBT Practitioner, Mindfulness, Psychoanalysis, Psychodynamic Therapy

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Starting 50 USD / Session

50 USD Starting rate / Session

What is bipolar disorder?

Bipolar disorder is a condition in which individuals experiences extreme mood swings. These sudden and intense mood shifts consist of emotional highs, known as mania or hypomania, and lows, known as depression. These extreme shifts also affect behavior. These episodes can vary in duration and severity, but they have a significant impact on the person.

What is bipolar disorder therapy?

Bipolar disorder therapy helps people manage the symptoms better, stabilize mood, prevent relapse, and learn coping strategies. Therapy also supports individuals in adhering to their bipolar disorder treatment in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and accross the UAE.

Symptoms of bipolar disorder

Symptoms of bipolar disorder include episodes of elevated mood, mania or hypomania, and a low mood or depression.

Signs of mania and hypomania

  • Increased confidence
  • Aggression or irritability
  • Excitement
  • Happiness
  • High energy levels
  • Impulsiveness
  • Concentration issues due to racing thoughts
  • Hallucinations
  • Talking too fast
  • Increased libido
  • Reckless attitude
  • Sudden mood changes

Signs of depression

  • Changes in appetite
  • Hopelessness
  • Low energy levels
  • Lack of interest in activities that were once a source of joy
  • Low self-worth
  • Sleep issues
  • Isolating socially
  • Suicide ideation
  • Thoughts about self-harm
  • Difficulty concentration
  • Crying

Types of bipolar disorder

Some types of bipolar disorder include:

  • Bipolar 1: It is defined by at least one episode of mania lasting a week. Some might also have had depressive symptoms.
  • Bipolar 2: It is characterized by at least one depressive episode and a hypomanic episode, but not a manic episode.
  • Cyclothymia: It involves mood fluctuations between hypomanic and depressive symptoms over two years.
  • Others: Some other bipolar disorder types include unspecified bipolar and bipolar with seasonal patterns.

Bipolar disorder treatment in Dubai

Bipolar disorder treatment in Dubai works to manage the symptoms, as the condition itself cannot be cured. The exact treatment plan is contingent on the condition of the patient, the severity of the symptoms, and their health. However, generally, it is composed of medication and therapy.

1. Therapy

Some of the commonly used psychotherapy techniques include:

a) Cognitive-behavioral therapy

CBT helps address negative thought patterns, thereby altering subsequent behaviors. It is beneficial in reducing the severity and frequency of the episodes, stabilizing mood, managing co-occurring conditions like anxiety, and preventing relapse.

b) Interpersonal therapy

Interpersonal therapy for bipolar disorder aims to improve an individual’s relationships with others since social contact and connections have a significant impact on mood. Other benefits of IPT include improved emotional awareness, stabilized relationships, and reduced risk of relapse.

c) Family-focused therapy

As family also gets affected by the condition, hence, involving them is important for a holistic treatment plan. Family-focused therapy (FFT) facilitates the individual and their family by working on communication, reducing conflict, providing a stable environment, and identifying and mitigating the risks.

d) Psychoeducation

Psychoeducation provides individuals with essential knowledge about the condition. The person learns how to manage the condition, identify the triggers and risks, make lifestyle changes, and prevent relapse. These can be done either in group settings or individually.

2. Medication

There are different medicines prescribed to manage bipolar disorder. The main purpose of medication is to stabilize the mood. While some medication is taken regularly, others are needed when symptoms worsen. Commonly prescribed medicines include:

  • Mood stabilizers
  • Antipsychotics
  • Antidepressants
  • Anxiolytics

3. Other interventions

Other interventions can help improve the symptoms. These include:

  • Self-management: Bipolar people need to learn more about their condition and their symptoms to manage the condition better.
  • Lifestyle changes: To improve mental and physical health, it is recommended to make healthy lifestyle choices. These include eating a balanced diet, cutting down on processed sugar, exercising, practicing mindfulness, and spending quality time with friends and family.
  • Support: Joining support groups helps people connect with others in similar situations, thereby providing them with a safe space to talk and learn. It is also beneficial to seek support from loved ones and counselors to help manage the condition. Support from loved ones can also play a crucial role in managing symptoms.
  • Other treatments: In case the person does not respond well to medication, or the symptoms are debilitating, the healthcare professional might opt for other, more aggressive treatments, like electroconvulsive therapy (ECT).

Get bipolar disorder therapy treatment in Abu Dhabi & Dubai

According to a study of 961 people, 20.8% had bipolar disorder, thereby highlighting the prevalence of the disorder in the UAE. Hence, anybody exhibiting the symptoms of the condition should get a diagnosis at the earliest so they can start the bipolar disorder treatment in UAE. Living with the condition is hard, but treatment and support can help individuals lead fulfilling lives.

At Counsel Clinic, our trained and licensed bipolar disorder therapists in Dubai are highly experienced in helping individuals cope with bipolar disorder symptoms. Contact us on WhatsApp at +971525609479 to schedule an online therapy session with an expert bipolar therapist today!

Reviewed by: Clinical Psychologist Patrícia Figueiredo

Authored by: Psychotherapist Shaamiel Davids

Sources

  • Abdel Aziz, K., El-Gabry, D. A., Al-Sabousi, M., et al. (2021). Pattern of psychiatric in-patient admissions in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates. BJPsych International, 18(2), 46–50.

    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8274411/

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“Having someone help me map my moods gave me a sense of control.”

“Counseling empowered me to validate and make sense of my emotions. It's been life changing.”

“The support I received taught me how to recognize early signs of a shift in mood.”

“I've had ups and downs for years. This is the first time I've had a plan to manage them.”

“Wonderful experience with Counsel Clinic. I felt like someone was walking beside me, not diagnosing from above.”

Counselling Psychotherapist Eugene Chong

Eugene Chong

Bipolar Disorder

Clinical Psychologist Jennifer Al Helou

Jennifer Al Helou

Bipolar Disorder

Clinical Psychologist Samia Ali

Samia Ali

Bipolar Disorder

Psychotherapist Snigdha Samantray

Snigdha Samantray

Bipolar Disorder

Counselling Psychotherapist Yasir Ali

Yasir Ali

Bipolar Disorder

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