Psychotherapy for
Bipolar Disorder
From Someone who's lived it.
Yuval Dinary | RSW, Psychotherapist
You're Not Looking for General Therapy
Living with bipolar disorder, or loving someone who does, is its own thing. The manic episodes, the depressive crashes, the medication negotiations, learning to trust yourself again after psychosis - you already know this is not why your friends needed therapy. General therapy can help with a lot of things, but this isn't one of them. When you have a complication with your foot, you see a podiatrist. When the problem is bipolar disorder, you see a bipolar specialist.
Who I Am
I'm Yuval Dinary, a Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist, specializing exclusively in bipolar disorder. I've also lived with early onset bipolar 1 since I was 13. The manic episodes, the psychotic features, the depressive crashes, and the long, unglamorous work of rebuilding after each one - I get it. My clinical training tells me what the research says. My lived experience tells me what the research doesn't capture. You get both the clinical rigor and the insider knowledge.
How I Work
Bipolar disorder is an awful dance. Once you understand it, you can work with it instead of just surviving it. My job is to help you see that dance clearly - what it looks like when the tempo is speeding up, slowing down, or changing meters. Your patterns, your warning signs, your triggers. Eventually, you may choose not to be pulled into bipolar's dance. That means practical tools for managing both poles, the difficult conversations you can't have with people who haven't been there, and help making sense of what you've been through. A great life is possible with this disorder, but getting there takes work, and I won't sugarcoat that. Sessions are conducted virtually, so wherever you are, we can work together.
Who I Work With
Individuals With Bipolar Disorder
Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have been managing this for years, we’ll work on building a life that bipolar disorder doesn’t get to run.
Rate: $200 per session (50 min)
Families and
Loved Ones
When someone you love has bipolar disorder, you need support too. You need someone who can tell you what’s actually happening from the inside and what to do about it.
Rate: $200 per session (50 min)
Not Sure?
If you’ve seen a therapist who didn’t quite get it, you’ll notice the difference here. Book a free 15-minute call and let’s see if we’re a good fit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can therapy help with bipolar disorder if I'm not on medication?
Yes, and no. Therapy can absolutely help with understanding your patterns, building routines, and developing early warning systems. With that said, I won’t pretend the research isn’t clear: for the overwhelming majority of bipolar people, therapy works better alongside medication. I won’t tell you what to do, but I also won’t tell you what you want to hear about this one.
Do I have to be in Ontario for virtual therapy?
To work with me as a RSW, Psychotherapist, yes. However, I offer coaching services to those outside of Ontario. For either service, you can click here to get started.
How often would we meet?
That depends on where you are. Most clients start with me when they’re not doing well so we see each other weekly. As things stabilize, we might shift to biweekly, and eventually monthly check-ins to maintain progress and catch early warning signs before they become something bigger. My favourite client is the one I helped, they didn’t need me anymore, and then sent me an email about how great their life is going a while later.
What's your cancellation policy?
I require 24 hours notice for cancellations or rescheduling. Late cancellations and no-shows are charged the full session fee. Life happens, just communicate with me as soon as you can.
Does insurance cover therapy for bipolar disorder?
If you’re in Ontario, and your plan covers Registered Social Workers, likely yes. All of my insured clients have been successfully reimbursed, but coverage varies. OHIP does not cover private psychotherapy. Receipts are provided for every session for reimbursement. Verify your coverage with your provider before booking.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Book a free 15-minute call here.
Questions? Reach out: info@yuvaldinary.com