Russ Federman Ph.D., A.B.P.P.

About

Russ Federman, Ph.D., A.B.P.P., is in full-time private practice in Charlottesville, Virginia specializing in psychotherapy with individuals having bipolar disorder. From 1991 to 2000 he had been Director of Mental Health Services at East Carolina University and from 2000 through 2013, Director of Counseling and Psychological Services at the University of Virginia. He is a licensed psychologist and a Diplomate in Clinical Psychology through the American Board of Professional Psychology. Federman co-authored the book Facing Bipolar: The Young Adult's Guide to Dealing with Bipolar Disorder (New Harbinger Publications, 2010).

Books by Russ Federman Ph.D., A.B.P.P.

Recent Posts

Coping with Bipolar Manic Psychosis, Post Hospitalization

A bipolar manic psychosis can turn life upside down. This case study provides a glimpse into the reality of the challenges it entails.

Coping with Relapsing Manic Psychosis

Involuntary hospitalization psychiatric can seem like a barbaric intervention. But sometimes in cases of manic psychosis, it becomes an essential life-saving choice.

The Dilemma of Substance-Induced Mood Elevation

A discussion of post-manic episode choices following substance-induced mood elevations.

The Importance of Early Intervention With Bipolar Disorder

An example of a young adult's atypical approach to the possibility that she might be experiencing early signs of bipolar disorder

Surviving With Bipolar Disorder During the COVID-19 Pandemic

A discussion of the wide-ranging approaches that can be employed to support bipolar stability during the pandemic COVID-19 crisis.

Self-Scrutiny and Bipolar Disorder: A Unique Necessity

Those living with bipolarity constantly face the challenge of self-monitoring.

Bipolar Disorder Without Medication

Following a period of sustained symptom remission, the bipolar young adult may elect to discontinue medication. This is a risky but sometimes necessary part of finding acceptance.

Bipolar Disorder, Explained

An explanation of bipolar disorder and a description of its symptoms and variable mood patterns.

Parental Dilemmas in Relation to Bipolar Adult Children

A discussion of the painful limitations sometimes faced by parents trying to help their adult children struggling with bipolarity.

Three Threads from the Bipolar Fabric of Life

Distinguishing the roles of mood, environment, and personality in the lives of those living with bipolarity.