Bipolar Disorder Therapists in Hopatcong, NJ

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Dana Brouca
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hopatcong, NJ 07843  (Online Only)
I have experience helping individuals and couples who have challenges in their lives related to anxiety, depression, communication, stress, bipolar disorder, life changes and relationship conflicts.
Whether you’re dealing with a recent life change or you’ve been having challenges with your mental health, I would love to help you get to a place where you feel more fulfilled and can become the best version of you! I believe we are often our own worst critic and could benefit from giving ourselves some grace as we navigate through life.
I have experience helping individuals and couples who have challenges in their lives related to anxiety, depression, communication, stress, bipolar disorder, life changes and relationship conflicts.
Whether you’re dealing with a recent life change or you’ve been having challenges with your mental health, I would love to help you get to a place where you feel more fulfilled and can become the best version of you! I believe we are often our own worst critic and could benefit from giving ourselves some grace as we navigate through life.
(973) 576-5186 View (973) 576-5186
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Jennifer Quigley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hopatcong, NJ 07843  (Online Only)
Currently accepting new clients! Hello, My name Jennifer Quigley and I am Licensed Professional Counselor with over a decade of experience. My therapeutic approach is characterized by support and empathy, aimed at guiding clients towards getting back to feeling like themselves. I am currently in-network with Aetna, Oscar, United Healthcare & Cigna. Please feel free to call or send me an email, or you can book directly through my website. Looking forward to working together!
Currently accepting new clients! Hello, My name Jennifer Quigley and I am Licensed Professional Counselor with over a decade of experience. My therapeutic approach is characterized by support and empathy, aimed at guiding clients towards getting back to feeling like themselves. I am currently in-network with Aetna, Oscar, United Healthcare & Cigna. Please feel free to call or send me an email, or you can book directly through my website. Looking forward to working together!
(973) 620-2805 View (973) 620-2805
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Deborah Ambrose
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MAT
Verified Verified
Hopatcong, NJ 07843  (Online Only)
Beginning therapy is not an easy decision, and it takes courage to start the process of addressing a life problem or difficulty you may be experiencing. I am committed to working with you to help you make positive changes in your life. I am a naturally direct and open person, and my clients can always depend on me to share honest feedback. My hope is that you will leave each session with something more than you had at the beginning of the session- whether this is a new tool, skill, solution to a problem, or different perspective. Our work will be actively addressing the issues you are facing in a caring and comfortable environment.
Beginning therapy is not an easy decision, and it takes courage to start the process of addressing a life problem or difficulty you may be experiencing. I am committed to working with you to help you make positive changes in your life. I am a naturally direct and open person, and my clients can always depend on me to share honest feedback. My hope is that you will leave each session with something more than you had at the beginning of the session- whether this is a new tool, skill, solution to a problem, or different perspective. Our work will be actively addressing the issues you are facing in a caring and comfortable environment.
(973) 620-7964 View (973) 620-7964
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Bernard Ivin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hopatcong, NJ 07843
Bernard Ivin is the owner and clinical director of a group practice (Strength for Change, LLC) that specializing in COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY in the treatment of Depression, Anxiety, OCD, ADHD, Substance Abuse, and other mental health conditions.
Bernard Ivin is the owner and clinical director of a group practice (Strength for Change, LLC) that specializing in COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY in the treatment of Depression, Anxiety, OCD, ADHD, Substance Abuse, and other mental health conditions.
(862) 378-3139 View (862) 378-3139
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Kristy M. Lavin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hopatcong, NJ 07843
Children and adolescents have always been my main focus. They are often incredibly honest and once you get the heart of their behaviors it usually makes a lot of sense. The most common issues I've treated include: trauma / abuse, depression, anxiety, family conflict, substance abusing family members, co-dependency, mood disorders, self-injury, PTSD, self-medicating behaviors, acting out behaviors. Including the family is critical when working with children and adolescents. Therefore, family systems theory guides my interventions accordingly. There may be many factors that cause the problem, but the family is always a necessary element in the solution.
Children and adolescents have always been my main focus. They are often incredibly honest and once you get the heart of their behaviors it usually makes a lot of sense. The most common issues I've treated include: trauma / abuse, depression, anxiety, family conflict, substance abusing family members, co-dependency, mood disorders, self-injury, PTSD, self-medicating behaviors, acting out behaviors. Including the family is critical when working with children and adolescents. Therefore, family systems theory guides my interventions accordingly. There may be many factors that cause the problem, but the family is always a necessary element in the solution.
(973) 250-2367 View (973) 250-2367
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Paul L Rockwood
Psychologist, PhD, LMFT, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hopatcong, NJ 07843
I have been in the treatment field for many years.Much of my work centers around conflict resolution and dealing with life stressors. I work often in the here and now, however I will move with patients into past conflicts and issues, where indicated. I am an active therapist who engages quickly while being both empathetic and understanding. I use my long term experience in the treatment field, in many various capacities, to help my patients deal with their distress and to further move on in their lives.
I have been in the treatment field for many years.Much of my work centers around conflict resolution and dealing with life stressors. I work often in the here and now, however I will move with patients into past conflicts and issues, where indicated. I am an active therapist who engages quickly while being both empathetic and understanding. I use my long term experience in the treatment field, in many various capacities, to help my patients deal with their distress and to further move on in their lives.
(973) 975-4381 View (973) 975-4381
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Catherine Ann Destefano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hopatcong, NJ 07843
Call for a free phone consultation. I work with very young children, ages three and up and adolescents up to age eighteen and their families. I also work with adults who are experiencing life challenges that are making them anxious or fearful. My experience has centered around children and families who are experiencing divorce, trauma/abuse, familial upset, emotional disequilibrium, behavioral issues, anxiety, family conflict, mood disorders, self-harm, depression, PTSD, and self-medicating behaviors.
Call for a free phone consultation. I work with very young children, ages three and up and adolescents up to age eighteen and their families. I also work with adults who are experiencing life challenges that are making them anxious or fearful. My experience has centered around children and families who are experiencing divorce, trauma/abuse, familial upset, emotional disequilibrium, behavioral issues, anxiety, family conflict, mood disorders, self-harm, depression, PTSD, and self-medicating behaviors.
(973) 510-0007 View (973) 510-0007
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Lindsey Ziegler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hopatcong, NJ 07843  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Hi, there. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who enjoys working with adolescents, adults, couples and families. I always shift the mode of therapy to meet my clients where they are in order to help you gain the most from your therapy sessions. I also take the time to end therapy sessions with some positive reflections, affirmations, and alternative perspectives in order to help you feel empowered as the session ends and to reinforce that you can achieve the changes you desire.
Hi, there. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who enjoys working with adolescents, adults, couples and families. I always shift the mode of therapy to meet my clients where they are in order to help you gain the most from your therapy sessions. I also take the time to end therapy sessions with some positive reflections, affirmations, and alternative perspectives in order to help you feel empowered as the session ends and to reinforce that you can achieve the changes you desire.
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David Russell Pisani
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, RN
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sparta, NJ 07871
I am extremely passionate about the latter, specifically, clients who suffer from psychosis/schizophrenia / schizoaffective DO / Bipolar DO.
My name is David Pisani and I am a Licensed Social Worker and Registered Nurse in New Jersey with over 15 years of experience in the mental health field. I am passionate about mental health recovery and empowering clients to achieve their goals. I offer general individual therapy services to adults, men's group therapy, and couples therapy. I use various modalities including CBT and TF CBT for those with trauma issues and employ these strategies tailored to the client's needs. I believe in a trusting therapeutic relationship as the bedrock for client recovery and strive to create a safe and nurturing environment to work in.
I am extremely passionate about the latter, specifically, clients who suffer from psychosis/schizophrenia / schizoaffective DO / Bipolar DO.
My name is David Pisani and I am a Licensed Social Worker and Registered Nurse in New Jersey with over 15 years of experience in the mental health field. I am passionate about mental health recovery and empowering clients to achieve their goals. I offer general individual therapy services to adults, men's group therapy, and couples therapy. I use various modalities including CBT and TF CBT for those with trauma issues and employ these strategies tailored to the client's needs. I believe in a trusting therapeutic relationship as the bedrock for client recovery and strive to create a safe and nurturing environment to work in.
(973) 381-2402 View (973) 381-2402
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Rebecca Dennis
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR-BC, LCADC, LCAT
Verified Verified
Newton, NJ 07860
I have experience with a wide variety of issues however I specialize in the treatment of bipolar disorder, trauma, depression and anxiety utilizing evidence-based approaches.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years experience located in Montclair, New Jersey. I offer a range of therapeutic approaches depending on your needs. Together we will target the issues that bring you into therapy and seek solutions in a timely manner.
I have experience with a wide variety of issues however I specialize in the treatment of bipolar disorder, trauma, depression and anxiety utilizing evidence-based approaches.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years experience located in Montclair, New Jersey. I offer a range of therapeutic approaches depending on your needs. Together we will target the issues that bring you into therapy and seek solutions in a timely manner.
(973) 874-1844 View (973) 874-1844
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Andrea Magistro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Budd Lake, NJ 07828
Now accepting in-person and virtual clients! I am glad you are here. Taking the step to seek psychotherapy can be hard. I aim to provide a safe and welcoming space to adolescents and adults dealing with issues varying from trauma, depression, grief, bipolar, stress due to life transitions, anxiety, OCD, and more. I use a person-centered approach to the meet the needs and goals of each client. I utilize therapeutic treatments like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, and psycho-education. I strongly believe there is no one size fits all approach.
Now accepting in-person and virtual clients! I am glad you are here. Taking the step to seek psychotherapy can be hard. I aim to provide a safe and welcoming space to adolescents and adults dealing with issues varying from trauma, depression, grief, bipolar, stress due to life transitions, anxiety, OCD, and more. I use a person-centered approach to the meet the needs and goals of each client. I utilize therapeutic treatments like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, and psycho-education. I strongly believe there is no one size fits all approach.
(908) 246-1480 View (908) 246-1480
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Caitlyn (Song) Camacho
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ACS, NCC
Verified Verified
Sparta, NJ 07871
I graduated from Caldwell University in 2016 with a master’s degree in mental health counseling. I’m currently working in an outpatient setting, working individually with children (5+ years of age), adolescents, and adults. I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, attention deficit disorders, life changes, conflict in interpersonal relationships, bipolar disorder, and borderline personality disorder. While I do work with clients with a wide array of symptoms and diagnoses, my specialty is working with clients who have experienced trauma.
I graduated from Caldwell University in 2016 with a master’s degree in mental health counseling. I’m currently working in an outpatient setting, working individually with children (5+ years of age), adolescents, and adults. I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, attention deficit disorders, life changes, conflict in interpersonal relationships, bipolar disorder, and borderline personality disorder. While I do work with clients with a wide array of symptoms and diagnoses, my specialty is working with clients who have experienced trauma.
(862) 325-5115 View (862) 325-5115
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Nancy E Ryno
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Lake Hopatcong, NJ 07849  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 18 years of experience providing mental health services to adolescents, adults, and families. I earned my masters degree at Fairleigh Dickinson University in Clinical Psychology. I specialize in depression, anxiety, ADHD, oppositional defiance, bipolar, couples, and physical and emotional trauma. I focus on a cognitive approach to help guide individuals to make the changes they desire. I am dedicate to supporting and helping each individual with a warm and supportive approach to their needs.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 18 years of experience providing mental health services to adolescents, adults, and families. I earned my masters degree at Fairleigh Dickinson University in Clinical Psychology. I specialize in depression, anxiety, ADHD, oppositional defiance, bipolar, couples, and physical and emotional trauma. I focus on a cognitive approach to help guide individuals to make the changes they desire. I am dedicate to supporting and helping each individual with a warm and supportive approach to their needs.
(973) 359-5873 View (973) 359-5873
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Janine Tremblay PhD APN
Psychologist, PhD, APNC
Verified Verified
Randolph, NJ 07869
Welcome! You have already made an important step in the process of healing by beginning your research. I have been practicing Psychology since 1985 and in 2004 I added the service of being able to prescribe medications. Currently, I see patients who suffer from anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD and ADHD. Additionally, I diagnosis and treat people with Bipolar and Addiction related disorders. I believe in the power of spirituality and am open to different faiths and points of view. I see individuals and couples ages 17 to seniors. Please call if you want to discuss an appointment.
Welcome! You have already made an important step in the process of healing by beginning your research. I have been practicing Psychology since 1985 and in 2004 I added the service of being able to prescribe medications. Currently, I see patients who suffer from anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD and ADHD. Additionally, I diagnosis and treat people with Bipolar and Addiction related disorders. I believe in the power of spirituality and am open to different faiths and points of view. I see individuals and couples ages 17 to seniors. Please call if you want to discuss an appointment.
(973) 309-7553 View (973) 309-7553
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Tracey Telehealth Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, DRCC, CCS
Verified Verified
Rockaway, NJ 07866
I have worked with a diverse group of clients and is highly experienced working with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, retirement planning , stress and anger management.
My passion in counseling is to create a relationship built on safety, trust, and hope, where people feel accepted and challenged to grow in new and meaningful ways. I consider it a privilege to be able to walk with someone through their fears and hurts, and help them to experience healing and restoration. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a certified clinical supervisor. Much of my work involves working with a diverse population in a state psychiatric hospital setting I currently provide academic instruction for graduate students at both Rutgers University School of Social Work and Aurora University.
I have worked with a diverse group of clients and is highly experienced working with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, retirement planning , stress and anger management.
My passion in counseling is to create a relationship built on safety, trust, and hope, where people feel accepted and challenged to grow in new and meaningful ways. I consider it a privilege to be able to walk with someone through their fears and hurts, and help them to experience healing and restoration. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a certified clinical supervisor. Much of my work involves working with a diverse population in a state psychiatric hospital setting I currently provide academic instruction for graduate students at both Rutgers University School of Social Work and Aurora University.
(973) 453-0735 View (973) 453-0735
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Heather Watson-Perez
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Flanders, NJ 07836
I am co-founder and partner at West Morris Psychological Associates and a NJ licensed clinical psychologist. I treat individuals of all ages for a variety of mental health concerns, including: Adjustment Difficulties, Anxiety Disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Child/Teen Behavioral Problems, Depression, Life Transitions, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Parent-child conflict, Panic Disorder, Parenting Strategies, Pervasive Development Disorders, Problems associated with divorce, bereavement, and relationships, Separation Anxiety, Social Skills, and Trauma.
I am co-founder and partner at West Morris Psychological Associates and a NJ licensed clinical psychologist. I treat individuals of all ages for a variety of mental health concerns, including: Adjustment Difficulties, Anxiety Disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Child/Teen Behavioral Problems, Depression, Life Transitions, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Parent-child conflict, Panic Disorder, Parenting Strategies, Pervasive Development Disorders, Problems associated with divorce, bereavement, and relationships, Separation Anxiety, Social Skills, and Trauma.
(908) 897-0622 View (908) 897-0622
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Holly Aschoff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Newton, NJ 07860
My name is Holly Aschoff and I’m part of a dynamic private practice located in Newton, NJ. My specialty is working from a client-centered strengths-based perspective, using the power of positivity through ACT, CBT, I-CBT, DBT, as well as TF-CBT for those who have suffered or witnessed trauma. I work with adolescents, and adults in individual, couples and family therapy. I am trained in a multitude of cutting-edge evidence-based therapies servicing a variety of people suffering from an array of different mental health diagnosis, including mood disorders and personality disorders.
My name is Holly Aschoff and I’m part of a dynamic private practice located in Newton, NJ. My specialty is working from a client-centered strengths-based perspective, using the power of positivity through ACT, CBT, I-CBT, DBT, as well as TF-CBT for those who have suffered or witnessed trauma. I work with adolescents, and adults in individual, couples and family therapy. I am trained in a multitude of cutting-edge evidence-based therapies servicing a variety of people suffering from an array of different mental health diagnosis, including mood disorders and personality disorders.
(973) 756-3687 View (973) 756-3687
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Mark Imbrie
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Newton, NJ 07860
If you are on this page you know that life has its challenges There is suffering. Each of us in our own way is working to rise above our pain. For each of us these challenges are different. Some of us struggle with anxiety, others depression, some struggle to find love, others to end it. There are challenging relationships, children, work. Perhaps more difficult there is: death, loss, trauma, perhaps psychiatric or chronic medical illness. There is no shame in struggle. This is being human. It is also human to overcome this suffering, and create a life that reflects your deepest hopes, embodies courage, feels peaceful.
If you are on this page you know that life has its challenges There is suffering. Each of us in our own way is working to rise above our pain. For each of us these challenges are different. Some of us struggle with anxiety, others depression, some struggle to find love, others to end it. There are challenging relationships, children, work. Perhaps more difficult there is: death, loss, trauma, perhaps psychiatric or chronic medical illness. There is no shame in struggle. This is being human. It is also human to overcome this suffering, and create a life that reflects your deepest hopes, embodies courage, feels peaceful.
(862) 259-6835 View (862) 259-6835
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Erin Scheidle
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sparta, NJ 07871  (Online Only)
Life can be like an arrow. The only way to move forward is by being drawn backwards, letting go, and then launching towards success. My goal while working with you, is to guide you and show you how you are the expert in your own life; by embracing the pull back, accepting that it is okay to let go, and to move yourself towards success. "The good life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction, not a destination." - Carl Rogers
Life can be like an arrow. The only way to move forward is by being drawn backwards, letting go, and then launching towards success. My goal while working with you, is to guide you and show you how you are the expert in your own life; by embracing the pull back, accepting that it is okay to let go, and to move yourself towards success. "The good life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction, not a destination." - Carl Rogers
(201) 298-9818 View (201) 298-9818
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Elaine Villano
Counselor, MS, LPC-NJ, LCADC, LPC-PA
Verified Verified
Hackettstown, NJ 07840
Hello, it’s so nice to meet you! My name is Elaine, but you can call me Laney. The most important part of counseling services to me is the therapeutic relationship between the client and the counselor. As we establish a close bond, I promise to meet you where you’re at in this delicate process of emotional and mental healing. Counseling with me is focused on your comfort, trust, and autonomy. I will help you increase your level of self-awareness and identify barriers that impede on personal growth and overall well-being by utilizing empirically based therapies. I assure you; you will be in good hands.
Hello, it’s so nice to meet you! My name is Elaine, but you can call me Laney. The most important part of counseling services to me is the therapeutic relationship between the client and the counselor. As we establish a close bond, I promise to meet you where you’re at in this delicate process of emotional and mental healing. Counseling with me is focused on your comfort, trust, and autonomy. I will help you increase your level of self-awareness and identify barriers that impede on personal growth and overall well-being by utilizing empirically based therapies. I assure you; you will be in good hands.
(908) 860-8141 View (908) 860-8141

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Bipolar Disorder Therapists

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.