Bipolar Disorder Treatment Centers in Saint Johns, MI

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CCMC Psychological Services
Treatment Center, LMSW
Verified Verified
Saint Johns, MI 48879
Our mission is to provide the highest quality mental health treatment. Our office has multiple mental health therapists who work along side our physician guided medical team to provide psychological services and medical care together. This allows us to provide treatment like no other facility in the area, offering both psychotherapy and medication management if necessary, but not required if you have a primary care that you like. We also offer psychological and neuropsychological evaluations through our doctorate level neuropsychologists who can perform testing to further understand diagnosis and brain function. We also offer substance abuse programs, and medication assisted substance abuse programs using Suboxone.
Our mission is to provide the highest quality mental health treatment. Our office has multiple mental health therapists who work along side our physician guided medical team to provide psychological services and medical care together. This allows us to provide treatment like no other facility in the area, offering both psychotherapy and medication management if necessary, but not required if you have a primary care that you like. We also offer psychological and neuropsychological evaluations through our doctorate level neuropsychologists who can perform testing to further understand diagnosis and brain function. We also offer substance abuse programs, and medication assisted substance abuse programs using Suboxone.
(989) 252-7229 View (989) 252-7229
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Michigan Psychological Care - Alma
Treatment Center, PsyD, LPC, LMSW, TLLP
Not Verified Not Verified
Saint Johns, MI 48879
Our mission is to provide the highest quality mental health treatment. Our office has several mental health therapists who work along side our physician guided medical team to provide psychological services and medical care together. This allows us to provide treatment like no other facility in the area, offering both psychotherapy and medication management if necessary, but not required if you have a primary care that you like. We also offer psychological and neuropsychological evaluations through our doctorate level neuropsychologists who can perform testing to further understand diagnosis and brain function. We also offer substance abuse programs, and medication assisted substance abuse programs using Suboxone.
Our mission is to provide the highest quality mental health treatment. Our office has several mental health therapists who work along side our physician guided medical team to provide psychological services and medical care together. This allows us to provide treatment like no other facility in the area, offering both psychotherapy and medication management if necessary, but not required if you have a primary care that you like. We also offer psychological and neuropsychological evaluations through our doctorate level neuropsychologists who can perform testing to further understand diagnosis and brain function. We also offer substance abuse programs, and medication assisted substance abuse programs using Suboxone.
(989) 292-3572 View (989) 292-3572

Online Treatment Centers

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Adult Inpatient | Bronson Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Battle Creek, MI 49015
Bronson Behavioral Health Hospital provides a premier inpatient program for adults age 18 and older who are struggling with mental health concerns and co-occurring addictions. We offer intensive support in a safe setting for people who have acute symptoms of a variety of behavioral health concerns. These concerns include depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), bipolar disorder, self-harm, and psychosis. When you participate in our quality behavioral healthcare programming, you will follow a customized treatment plan, which our staff will create for you based on your unique needs and therapeutic goals. Additionally, when you participate in adult inpatient treatment, you will have the support of a multidisciplinary team of professionals. At our hospital, your care team can include psychiatrists, social workers, counselors, registered nurses, a psychologist, and other experts and program staff. The typical length of stay in our adult inpatient program is about five to seven days, though your actual length of stay may vary depending on your needs and the progress you make during treatment.
Bronson Behavioral Health Hospital provides a premier inpatient program for adults age 18 and older who are struggling with mental health concerns and co-occurring addictions. We offer intensive support in a safe setting for people who have acute symptoms of a variety of behavioral health concerns. These concerns include depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), bipolar disorder, self-harm, and psychosis. When you participate in our quality behavioral healthcare programming, you will follow a customized treatment plan, which our staff will create for you based on your unique needs and therapeutic goals. Additionally, when you participate in adult inpatient treatment, you will have the support of a multidisciplinary team of professionals. At our hospital, your care team can include psychiatrists, social workers, counselors, registered nurses, a psychologist, and other experts and program staff. The typical length of stay in our adult inpatient program is about five to seven days, though your actual length of stay may vary depending on your needs and the progress you make during treatment.
(269) 399-3807 View (269) 399-3807
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TheraSupport Behavioral Health and Wellness
Treatment Center, MA, LPC, NCC, PhD
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Welcome to TheraSupport Behavioral Health & Wellness We are a comprehensive therapy, neuropsychological, and wellness clinic. With passion, purpose and dignity, we are supporting our community for full-mind wellness. Some of our services include: Supported Independent Living Program for Traumatic Brain Injury Survivors. Outpatient Services for TBI, Concussion and Stroke survivors. Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Counseling and Psychotherapy, TheraYoga, Care Coordination/Case Management, Group and Community Based Therapy, Nature Based Therapy, Neuropsychological evaluations, Neurological and Comprehensive Psychological Evaluations. We specialize in Traumatic Brain Injury, Concussion, Stroke, The Aging Brain, In-Clinic and In-home assessment/modification. Executive functioning, Trauma Informed Yoga, Cognitive Communication Disorders, Lee Silverman Voice Therapy, Activities of Daily Living, Language Rehabilitation. Swallowing Disorders, Vocational Evaluations.
Welcome to TheraSupport Behavioral Health & Wellness We are a comprehensive therapy, neuropsychological, and wellness clinic. With passion, purpose and dignity, we are supporting our community for full-mind wellness. Some of our services include: Supported Independent Living Program for Traumatic Brain Injury Survivors. Outpatient Services for TBI, Concussion and Stroke survivors. Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Counseling and Psychotherapy, TheraYoga, Care Coordination/Case Management, Group and Community Based Therapy, Nature Based Therapy, Neuropsychological evaluations, Neurological and Comprehensive Psychological Evaluations. We specialize in Traumatic Brain Injury, Concussion, Stroke, The Aging Brain, In-Clinic and In-home assessment/modification. Executive functioning, Trauma Informed Yoga, Cognitive Communication Disorders, Lee Silverman Voice Therapy, Activities of Daily Living, Language Rehabilitation. Swallowing Disorders, Vocational Evaluations.
(734) 627-6514 View (734) 627-6514
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Easterseals MORC
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Easterseals MORC is a fiscally autonomous affiliate of the Easterseals National Office. Every dollar given in Michigan stays in Michigan. As one of the first affiliates in the country, Easterseals MORC has been providing services since 1920. As the needs of the community have evolved over the years, so has our approach to meeting those needs. At the core of Easterseals MORC is a common passion for caring, shared by its 800 staff members and hundreds of volunteers, and by those who support its mission. This heart-felt commitment to helping people with disabilities and their families is what we are all about.
Easterseals MORC is a fiscally autonomous affiliate of the Easterseals National Office. Every dollar given in Michigan stays in Michigan. As one of the first affiliates in the country, Easterseals MORC has been providing services since 1920. As the needs of the community have evolved over the years, so has our approach to meeting those needs. At the core of Easterseals MORC is a common passion for caring, shared by its 800 staff members and hundreds of volunteers, and by those who support its mission. This heart-felt commitment to helping people with disabilities and their families is what we are all about.
(616) 557-6242 View (616) 557-6242
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A Healing Place, LLC
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Jackson, MI 49201
At A Healing Place, LLC we have helped clients like you successfully address a wide variety of issues related to home and family as well as work and career including: Depression, Mood & Anxiety Disorders, Eating Disorders, Abuse & Neglect Issues, Trauma, Grief & Loss, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Self Esteem Issues, Personality Disorders, ADHD/Conduct Disorder. A Healing Place, LLC provides a variety of services including: Individual Psychotherapy, Psychological Testing, Children/Adolescent Therapy, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy and Group Therapy for Eating Disorders.
At A Healing Place, LLC we have helped clients like you successfully address a wide variety of issues related to home and family as well as work and career including: Depression, Mood & Anxiety Disorders, Eating Disorders, Abuse & Neglect Issues, Trauma, Grief & Loss, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Self Esteem Issues, Personality Disorders, ADHD/Conduct Disorder. A Healing Place, LLC provides a variety of services including: Individual Psychotherapy, Psychological Testing, Children/Adolescent Therapy, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy and Group Therapy for Eating Disorders.
(517) 998-4673 View (517) 998-4673
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Midwest Wellness - Mental Health Services
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Locations in Livonia and Ypsilanti! In our comfortable and relaxing office we work with children, adolescents, adults, and families with a variety of presenting concerns. Our trained and licensed therapists create a supportive atmosphere and offer individualized, personal treatment to meet each of our client’s needs and to help them achieve all of their personal goals. Do not hesitate to contact us for any further questions regarding how we can help you. Your future doesn't have to be dictated by your past. The best time to make a positive change is now.
Locations in Livonia and Ypsilanti! In our comfortable and relaxing office we work with children, adolescents, adults, and families with a variety of presenting concerns. Our trained and licensed therapists create a supportive atmosphere and offer individualized, personal treatment to meet each of our client’s needs and to help them achieve all of their personal goals. Do not hesitate to contact us for any further questions regarding how we can help you. Your future doesn't have to be dictated by your past. The best time to make a positive change is now.
(734) 206-7342 View (734) 206-7342
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Perspectives Therapy Services
Treatment Center, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brighton, MI 48114
A multi-site outpatient practice providing extraordinary care in the areas of emotional, mental, behavioral, and relationship health. Clinics are located in Lansing, Highland, Fenton, New Hudson, and Brighton, Michigan.
A multi-site outpatient practice providing extraordinary care in the areas of emotional, mental, behavioral, and relationship health. Clinics are located in Lansing, Highland, Fenton, New Hudson, and Brighton, Michigan.
(810) 277-9668 View (810) 277-9668
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Easterseals MORC
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Southfield, MI 48075
Easterseals MORC has been offering disability services since 1920. As one of the largest providers of mental health services in the state, Easterseals MORC evolves to meet the ever-changing needs of the people they serve. By combining the latest mental health therapies along with cutting edge technology, Easterseals MORC is able to offer the best services for most mental health disabilities, serving individuals of all ages.
Easterseals MORC has been offering disability services since 1920. As one of the largest providers of mental health services in the state, Easterseals MORC evolves to meet the ever-changing needs of the people they serve. By combining the latest mental health therapies along with cutting edge technology, Easterseals MORC is able to offer the best services for most mental health disabilities, serving individuals of all ages.
(248) 870-3175 View (248) 870-3175
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Sollars and Associates
Treatment Center, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
Commerce Township, MI 48382
Providing counseling and psychotherapy services for more than 30 years. With support, encouragement and expert insight, many people begin to feel better after their first session. Please contact us to discuss whatever issue you are facing, and we can work together to help you overcome your obstacles. In addition to counseling and psychotherapy, we also offer psychological and educational evaluations for children and adults concerned about symptoms of Learning Disabilities, Attention Deficit Disorder, Developmental Delays and more. Further, we offer evaluations for work disability, psychological fitness for work, bariatric surgery evaluations, and other needs.
Providing counseling and psychotherapy services for more than 30 years. With support, encouragement and expert insight, many people begin to feel better after their first session. Please contact us to discuss whatever issue you are facing, and we can work together to help you overcome your obstacles. In addition to counseling and psychotherapy, we also offer psychological and educational evaluations for children and adults concerned about symptoms of Learning Disabilities, Attention Deficit Disorder, Developmental Delays and more. Further, we offer evaluations for work disability, psychological fitness for work, bariatric surgery evaluations, and other needs.
(248) 862-1171 View (248) 862-1171
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Hegira Health, Inc.
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Livonia, MI 48150
Since 1971 Hegira Health, Inc. (HHI) has been a leader in behavioral healthcare. Today, HHI is one of Michigan's largest freestanding, integrated behavioral healthcare organizations, providing a wide variety of mental health and substance abuse treatment services to individuals of all ages. It is HHI's goal to ensure the availability of quality, individualized, and rapidly accessible integrated behavioral healthcare and prevention services to individuals and families of all income levels. Hegira Health, Inc. is accredited by the Joint Commission and by the American Association of Suicidology. All service locations are licensed by the State of Michigan and staffed by experienced professionals.
Since 1971 Hegira Health, Inc. (HHI) has been a leader in behavioral healthcare. Today, HHI is one of Michigan's largest freestanding, integrated behavioral healthcare organizations, providing a wide variety of mental health and substance abuse treatment services to individuals of all ages. It is HHI's goal to ensure the availability of quality, individualized, and rapidly accessible integrated behavioral healthcare and prevention services to individuals and families of all income levels. Hegira Health, Inc. is accredited by the Joint Commission and by the American Association of Suicidology. All service locations are licensed by the State of Michigan and staffed by experienced professionals.
(734) 838-4379 View (734) 838-4379
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Viewpoint Psychology and Wellness
Treatment Center, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
West Bloomfield, MI 48322
Viewpoint Psychology and Wellness is a group practice with two locations for your needs. One office is located in Commerce Twp and one in West Bloomfield. Our practice offers a variety of services to meet the needs of our clients. These services include, individual, group, family, and couples counseling, medication management, and neuropsychological testing. We have a variety of clinicians with varying specialties and approaches to treatment. Our clinicians put the client first and are available 7 days a week with evening hours. Feel free to look at our website for further information regarding mental health issues that we treat and the therapists available at our practice. We also accept a variety of insurances.
Viewpoint Psychology and Wellness is a group practice with two locations for your needs. One office is located in Commerce Twp and one in West Bloomfield. Our practice offers a variety of services to meet the needs of our clients. These services include, individual, group, family, and couples counseling, medication management, and neuropsychological testing. We have a variety of clinicians with varying specialties and approaches to treatment. Our clinicians put the client first and are available 7 days a week with evening hours. Feel free to look at our website for further information regarding mental health issues that we treat and the therapists available at our practice. We also accept a variety of insurances.
(248) 406-6613 View (248) 406-6613
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Wedgwood Christian Services
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
We are currently open to new clients across West Michigan for Outpatient Counseling, Psychiatry Services, and Substance Use Services. We serve all ages - ranging from children as young as 5 years old to teenagers to adults. At Wedgwood, we aim to serve and meet the needs of “anyone who walks through our doors” - whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, life changes, grief, PTSD, or other mental or behavioral health challenges. We are a trauma-informed group working in a multi-disciplinary team setting to better serve our community's needs. With compassion, excellence, and understanding, our team can walk with you and your family and provide meaningful, practical support and guidance - wherever life finds you.
We are currently open to new clients across West Michigan for Outpatient Counseling, Psychiatry Services, and Substance Use Services. We serve all ages - ranging from children as young as 5 years old to teenagers to adults. At Wedgwood, we aim to serve and meet the needs of “anyone who walks through our doors” - whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, life changes, grief, PTSD, or other mental or behavioral health challenges. We are a trauma-informed group working in a multi-disciplinary team setting to better serve our community's needs. With compassion, excellence, and understanding, our team can walk with you and your family and provide meaningful, practical support and guidance - wherever life finds you.
(616) 275-3108 View (616) 275-3108
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New Oakland Family Centers - Flint Center
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Flint, MI 48532
New Oakland Family Centers has been serving southeast Michigan since 1990. We offer a full continuum of mental health services for adults, children and adolescents with locations in: Center Line, Clarkston, Clinton Township, Farmington Hills, Flint, Livonia, Okemos, Southgate, Bloomfield Hills, Port Huron, Portage and Warren. New Oakland provides a new, holistic and effective approach to mental health and immediate access to mental health services. New Oakland offers: Fast access for psychiatric evaluations/med reviews, Crisis response/mobile deployment, Transportation, Diverse Clinical Team Integration with physical health
New Oakland Family Centers has been serving southeast Michigan since 1990. We offer a full continuum of mental health services for adults, children and adolescents with locations in: Center Line, Clarkston, Clinton Township, Farmington Hills, Flint, Livonia, Okemos, Southgate, Bloomfield Hills, Port Huron, Portage and Warren. New Oakland provides a new, holistic and effective approach to mental health and immediate access to mental health services. New Oakland offers: Fast access for psychiatric evaluations/med reviews, Crisis response/mobile deployment, Transportation, Diverse Clinical Team Integration with physical health
(810) 475-5896 View (810) 475-5896
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Evolve Behavioral Health
Treatment Center, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brighton, MI 48116
Evolve Behavioral Health in Brighton is a leading out-patient mental health practice serving Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw, Genesee and surrounding areas for the last ten years. Evolve has highly trained, fully licensed therapists to work with individuals, couples and families across the life span. We offer treatment for a wide array of metal health challenges including depression, anxiety, trauma disorders and PTDS, marital challenges, grief and loss, autism, spectrum disorders, ADD/ADHD assessments and treatment, parenting support and adjustment disorders related to life's changes and challenges.
Evolve Behavioral Health in Brighton is a leading out-patient mental health practice serving Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw, Genesee and surrounding areas for the last ten years. Evolve has highly trained, fully licensed therapists to work with individuals, couples and families across the life span. We offer treatment for a wide array of metal health challenges including depression, anxiety, trauma disorders and PTDS, marital challenges, grief and loss, autism, spectrum disorders, ADD/ADHD assessments and treatment, parenting support and adjustment disorders related to life's changes and challenges.
(810) 209-3852 View (810) 209-3852
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Bluestone Children's Center
Treatment Center, MS, BCBA, LBA
Verified Verified
Livonia, MI 48150
Our clinic is a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary healthcare facility dedicated to providing a wide range of services to support mental and physical well-being. We specialize in counseling, speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and behavioral therapy. Our team of professionals is equipped to assist patients with various conditions, including ADD, ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, and other disorders. We are committed to serving a diverse patient population, extending our services to both children and adults. Our goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients by providing personalized, high-quality care in a welcoming environment. We are actively seeking to welcome more patients to benefit from our holistic healthcare approach.
Our clinic is a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary healthcare facility dedicated to providing a wide range of services to support mental and physical well-being. We specialize in counseling, speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and behavioral therapy. Our team of professionals is equipped to assist patients with various conditions, including ADD, ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, and other disorders. We are committed to serving a diverse patient population, extending our services to both children and adults. Our goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients by providing personalized, high-quality care in a welcoming environment. We are actively seeking to welcome more patients to benefit from our holistic healthcare approach.
(734) 875-9417 View (734) 875-9417
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Michigan Psychological Care - Howell
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Howell, MI 48843
We're Here to Help! At Michigan Psychological Care (Midland), we strive to provide quality care to all individuals. We accept a variety of insurance plans and have several professionals to meet your needs. Our goal is to help you live the best life possible through developing coping strategies, encouraging personal growth, and assisting in the various changes that our lives go through.
We're Here to Help! At Michigan Psychological Care (Midland), we strive to provide quality care to all individuals. We accept a variety of insurance plans and have several professionals to meet your needs. Our goal is to help you live the best life possible through developing coping strategies, encouraging personal growth, and assisting in the various changes that our lives go through.
(517) 994-1536 View (517) 994-1536
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Great Lakes Psychology Group
Treatment Center, PhD
Verified Verified
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
The diverse GLPG network includes hundreds of licensed providers offering online and/or in-person therapy for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families across the Midwest.
The diverse GLPG network includes hundreds of licensed providers offering online and/or in-person therapy for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families across the Midwest.
(586) 685-7024 View (586) 685-7024
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Drug Free Recovery Outpatient Treatment Center
Treatment Center, LMSW, DCSW, CAADC, CCJP
Not Verified Not Verified
Novi, MI 48377
Drug Free Recovery Systems started in 2005 and we have assisted individuals, and families on the road to recovery. We accept the following cash, check, credit card and other insurance. We are a state of Michigan license substance abuse treatment program. Our staff is also license under the state of Michigan. Also we complete Substance Abuse Evualations for individuals whom have been convicted DUI charges, or drug charges. Also we complete Highway Safety Education for those whom are in need of those services. We also help DOT ( Department of Transporation) SAP services for those that have their CDL or other form of license suspended due to alcohol or drug issues.
Drug Free Recovery Systems started in 2005 and we have assisted individuals, and families on the road to recovery. We accept the following cash, check, credit card and other insurance. We are a state of Michigan license substance abuse treatment program. Our staff is also license under the state of Michigan. Also we complete Substance Abuse Evualations for individuals whom have been convicted DUI charges, or drug charges. Also we complete Highway Safety Education for those whom are in need of those services. We also help DOT ( Department of Transporation) SAP services for those that have their CDL or other form of license suspended due to alcohol or drug issues.
(947) 333-8901 View (947) 333-8901
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Center for Relationship and Sexual Health
Treatment Center, MSW, PhD
Verified Verified
Royal Oak, MI 48067
Do you feel shame about your sexual interests? Do you and your partner have sexual desire differences? Do you love your partner but are not "in love" with your partner? Psychotherapy services to individuals and couples. Specialties include sexual dysfunctions in both men and women including erectile dysfunction and desire disorders, Out of Control Sexual Behaviors/Sexual Addiction, Affairs, Internet Infidelity, Imago Relationship Therapy, LGBTQ Affirmative Therapy and Mixed Orientation Marriages. We also treat mood disorders such as depression and anxiety.
Do you feel shame about your sexual interests? Do you and your partner have sexual desire differences? Do you love your partner but are not "in love" with your partner? Psychotherapy services to individuals and couples. Specialties include sexual dysfunctions in both men and women including erectile dysfunction and desire disorders, Out of Control Sexual Behaviors/Sexual Addiction, Affairs, Internet Infidelity, Imago Relationship Therapy, LGBTQ Affirmative Therapy and Mixed Orientation Marriages. We also treat mood disorders such as depression and anxiety.
(248) 419-2358 View (248) 419-2358

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What is the most successful approach to treating bipolar disorder?

Living with bipolar disorder can be challenging, and a number of therapies have been found effective in providing support to patients as they gain the skills to understand and manage the disorder. Family-focused therapy is often helpful for children and teens (the majority of cases develop before age 19); it aims to minimize mood cycling by improving family communication and reducing conflict. It also helps young people navigate the developmental challenges the disorder can create. Cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) and variants such as Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)help patients manage the thoughts and feelings that influence bipolar mood swings as well as develop specific behavioral strategies to counteract them.

What happens in therapy for bipolar disorder?

Because the patterns of mood switching and its triggers differ for each person and can change over time, mood tracking or monitoring becomes a basic way patients learn about the nature of their condition. One of the most common features of therapy is finding a workable method of mood monitoring, in which patients track their daily activities and rate their moods, then use the findings to adjust routines accordingly. Patients learn ways of handling the many stresses that arise in life so that they do not trigger mood swings.

What kinds of problems does therapy help with?

Like many other mental health disorders, BPD is heavily influenced by stress; therapy provides skills for coping with stressors of all kinds. Therapy is extremely important for helping individuals identify the situations that may trigger mood switching, so that mood swings can be prevented. Therapy may especially target recognition of the early stages of mood change so that they can be managed. In addition, therapy helps patients deal with the significant amount of turbulence the disorder can create in relationships and in work life.

What is the goal of therapy for bipolar disorder?

Therapy helps patients set up their lives to maintain stability so that their mood isn’t constantly threatened by daily events. Perhaps the first task of therapy is to educate people about the nature of the disorder. At the same time, a primary goal of therapy is to enhance adherence to drug treatment. Extended periods of mood stability can prompt patients to discontinue medication, triggering relapse, while the early phases of manic episodes can feel so energizing that patients stop medication, ushering in full-blown mania and the altered self-perception that can lead to destructive behaviors. Another major goal of therapy is to understand one’s mood patterns so as to minimize both the frequency and intensity of mood cycling.