Donald Kern

Donald Kern is a licensed psychotherapist with a private practice in Woodland Hills, California. He is a member of a number of professional organizations and has been interviewed about bipolar disorder on both radio and T.V. As well, Mr. Kern has been a guest speaker at service organizations, mental health support groups, UCLA/County USC Medical Center, and has given Grand Rounds to staff at Olive View Medical Center. He is a consultant to health professionals and to other psychotherapists who desire to learn more about bipolar disorder.

With a 35-year history of bipolar disorder himself, the last 25 on medication without an episode, Mr. Kern brings his personal experience to others in his book, "Mind Gone Awry - A Bipolar Recovery." He has written a variety of articles that have been published in professional and consumer magazines, detailing his struggles, success and tenacity in overcoming this illness. He has been married 22 years, has two daughters, and two young grandsons.