Bipolar Disorder Treatment Centers in South Lyon, MI

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Viewpoint Psychology and Wellness
Treatment Center, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
South Lyon, MI 48178
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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Northbrook Psychological Clinic
Treatment Center, PhD, LMSW, PsyD, LPC
Verified Verified
South Lyon, MI 48178
Northbrook Psychological Clinic prides itself on being able to offer clients timely, effective, and ethical treatment for a variety of psychological issues. We provide a sliding fee scale for those individuals who do not have or do not wish to use their insurance for these services. We value the confidentiality and privacy of all clients and will carry this respect into the community. We have several Licensed Psychologists and Social Workers in the office. As well as offering a variety of daytime, evening and weekend appointments. Please contact us for more information or to set up an appointment.
Northbrook Psychological Clinic prides itself on being able to offer clients timely, effective, and ethical treatment for a variety of psychological issues. We provide a sliding fee scale for those individuals who do not have or do not wish to use their insurance for these services. We value the confidentiality and privacy of all clients and will carry this respect into the community. We have several Licensed Psychologists and Social Workers in the office. As well as offering a variety of daytime, evening and weekend appointments. Please contact us for more information or to set up an appointment.
(248) 344-7420 View (248) 344-7420
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U-M Psychological Clinic
Treatment Center, PhD
Verified Verified
South Lyon, MI 48178
The Psychological Clinic is a University of Michigan facility that provides a safe, confidential environment in which adults, 18 and older, can get the treatment they need to start enjoying happier lives. Our clinicians offer help to clients who are dealing with any number of concerns or difficulties, some of which include: anxiety, depression, sexual identity or preferences, bereavement & grief, issues with personal or professional relationships, and dealing with a traumatic event as well as psycho-social problems of aging. We are dedicated to providing an environment in which our clients feel open to sharing and receiving help, and we work to provide a culturally sensitive consultation for each individual.
The Psychological Clinic is a University of Michigan facility that provides a safe, confidential environment in which adults, 18 and older, can get the treatment they need to start enjoying happier lives. Our clinicians offer help to clients who are dealing with any number of concerns or difficulties, some of which include: anxiety, depression, sexual identity or preferences, bereavement & grief, issues with personal or professional relationships, and dealing with a traumatic event as well as psycho-social problems of aging. We are dedicated to providing an environment in which our clients feel open to sharing and receiving help, and we work to provide a culturally sensitive consultation for each individual.
(734) 469-3391 View (734) 469-3391
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Evolve Behavioral Health
Treatment Center, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Lyon, MI 48178
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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Perspectives Therapy Services
Treatment Center, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
South Lyon, MI 48178
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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The Counseling Training Clinic at EMU
Treatment Center, LPC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
South Lyon, MI 48178
The Counseling Training Clinic in the College of Education at Eastern Michigan University offers individual, couples, and family mental health counseling as well as career assessment and academic counseling that taps into your potential and builds upon your strengths and the strengths of your support systems.
The Counseling Training Clinic in the College of Education at Eastern Michigan University offers individual, couples, and family mental health counseling as well as career assessment and academic counseling that taps into your potential and builds upon your strengths and the strengths of your support systems.
(734) 442-2479 View (734) 442-2479

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Bluestone Children's Center
Treatment Center, MS, BCBA, LBA
Verified Verified
Northville, MI 48168
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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The Imagine Center for Psychological Health
Treatment Center, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
Northville, MI 48167
Many of us experience problems in living from time to time, as we manage our intimate relationships, careers, children, etc. Often times, these problems lead to feeling poorly about oneself or even to feelings of hopelessness or helplessness. Sometimes, these problems reach a magnitude where our level of distress or ability to function is affected. At these times, it can be very helpful to talk to a professional who can provide insight, support and perspective on these difficult issues. Although your issues may seem unmanageable to you now, with the right help, they can be overcome. Our therapists will help you solve your problems in living. In our work together, you will learn the sources of your difficulties, whether historical or related to current life circumstances, in order to more effectively manage and overcome them. Therapy shouldn't be a temporary solution to problems. Rather, it should produce meaningful and stable change. Our experienced and qualified clinicians have extensive clinical interests and areas of expertise. Many specialize in the evaluation and diagnosis of psychological disorders of childhood and adulthood, developmental problems, learning disorders, and more. Our therapists utilize the best-suited modality of treatment to best meet their clients' needs.
Many of us experience problems in living from time to time, as we manage our intimate relationships, careers, children, etc. Often times, these problems lead to feeling poorly about oneself or even to feelings of hopelessness or helplessness. Sometimes, these problems reach a magnitude where our level of distress or ability to function is affected. At these times, it can be very helpful to talk to a professional who can provide insight, support and perspective on these difficult issues. Although your issues may seem unmanageable to you now, with the right help, they can be overcome. Our therapists will help you solve your problems in living. In our work together, you will learn the sources of your difficulties, whether historical or related to current life circumstances, in order to more effectively manage and overcome them. Therapy shouldn't be a temporary solution to problems. Rather, it should produce meaningful and stable change. Our experienced and qualified clinicians have extensive clinical interests and areas of expertise. Many specialize in the evaluation and diagnosis of psychological disorders of childhood and adulthood, developmental problems, learning disorders, and more. Our therapists utilize the best-suited modality of treatment to best meet their clients' needs.
(313) 254-4927 View (313) 254-4927
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Great Lakes Psychology Group
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Northville, MI 48167
The GLPG support staff will personally match you with a best-fit therapist who accepts your insurance and is available to see you online or in person at a time that works for you. The GLPG provider network comprises doctoral and master’s level psychologists, marriage and family therapists, professional counselors, and social workers. Benefits include online and in-person therapy options, night and weekend availability, and most insurance plans accepted. Additionally, our knowledgeable and helpful support staff are available to answer your questions or help with anything you might need at any point along the therapy journey.
The GLPG support staff will personally match you with a best-fit therapist who accepts your insurance and is available to see you online or in person at a time that works for you. The GLPG provider network comprises doctoral and master’s level psychologists, marriage and family therapists, professional counselors, and social workers. Benefits include online and in-person therapy options, night and weekend availability, and most insurance plans accepted. Additionally, our knowledgeable and helpful support staff are available to answer your questions or help with anything you might need at any point along the therapy journey.
(248) 487-1519 View (248) 487-1519
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Drug Free Recovery Outpatient Treatment Center
Treatment Center, LMSW, DCSW, CAADC, CCJP
Not Verified Not Verified
Brighton, MI 48114
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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Sollars and Associates
Treatment Center, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
Milford, MI 48381
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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Michigan Psychological Care - Howell
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Brighton, MI 48114
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
Milford, MI 48381
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.
(630) 538-8365 View (630) 538-8365
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Arbor Mountain Therapy & Assessment
Treatment Center, PhD, LP, Clinic
Verified Verified
Northville, MI 48167
Arbor Mountain Therapy & Assessment is a non-profit mental health clinic that offers you the expertise and the privacy that your care deserves. Whether you seek personal growth, support through trauma, or desire to strengthen your relationships, we will walk with you. We are happy to help you better understand yourself and your loved ones even from the privacy of your own home with secure telehealth. Whether you are looking for guidance with anxiety, fears, depression, and relationships or living with trauma or PTSD, it takes courage to ask for help. We are here to meet you there. Call today and let us match you with an expert who can walk beside you through your journey of exploration and growth.
Arbor Mountain Therapy & Assessment is a non-profit mental health clinic that offers you the expertise and the privacy that your care deserves. Whether you seek personal growth, support through trauma, or desire to strengthen your relationships, we will walk with you. We are happy to help you better understand yourself and your loved ones even from the privacy of your own home with secure telehealth. Whether you are looking for guidance with anxiety, fears, depression, and relationships or living with trauma or PTSD, it takes courage to ask for help. We are here to meet you there. Call today and let us match you with an expert who can walk beside you through your journey of exploration and growth.
(734) 390-4366 View (734) 390-4366
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Hegira Health, Inc.
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Northville, MI 48167
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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TheraSupport Behavioral Health and Wellness
Treatment Center, MA, LPC, NCC, PhD
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48105
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

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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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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Sollars and Associates
Treatment Center, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
I am a licensed psychologist and the clinical director of Sollars and Associates Integrative Counseling and Psychological Services. I have been providing counseling and psychotherapy for over 30 years in the Metro Detroit area and our group practice spans across the state of Michigan. With support, encouragement and expert insight many people begin to feel better after their first session. 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.
I am a licensed psychologist and the clinical director of Sollars and Associates Integrative Counseling and Psychological Services. I have been providing counseling and psychotherapy for over 30 years in the Metro Detroit area and our group practice spans across the state of Michigan. With support, encouragement and expert insight many people begin to feel better after their first session. 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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Michigan Psychological Care - Alma
Treatment Center, PsyD, LPC, LMSW, TLLP
Not Verified Not Verified
Alma, MI 48801
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) 796-4555 View (989) 796-4555

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Bipolar Disorder Treatment Centers

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.