What Happens After a Bipolar Diagnosis?
Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition that affects about 2.3 percent of the United States population (DSM V-TR, 2022,...
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John Lakvold, MA, LMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
With humility and empathy, I will listen to your concerns and work with you to establish an individual treatment plan catered to your needs and goals. Each person is unique in God’s eyes; therefore, the approach I use in each session will be based on your specific circumstances. Regardless of what you may be facing, hope and healing are possible, with God’s guidance and direction.
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