Bipolar Disorder Therapists in Harrisonburg, VA

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Lynn Lemon
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Harrisonburg, VA 22801  (Online Only)
Lynn Lemon is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 5 years of clinical experience working with adults in the mental health field. Lynn has experience with individuals diagnosed with anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, substance abuse disorder, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. She received a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. She is on her way to becoming certified in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR). Lynn’s therapeutic approach, although eclectic, is greatly influenced by Psychodynamic theory.
Lynn Lemon is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 5 years of clinical experience working with adults in the mental health field. Lynn has experience with individuals diagnosed with anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, substance abuse disorder, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. She received a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. She is on her way to becoming certified in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR). Lynn’s therapeutic approach, although eclectic, is greatly influenced by Psychodynamic theory.
(434) 201-7495 View (434) 201-7495
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Katie Lewis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
I use an eclectic array of evidence-based practices to ensure my treatment methods are person-centered. I have experience in treating trauma, substance abuse, self-esteem issues, anger management, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, eating disorders, interpersonal challenges, and more. Thank you so much for taking the time to check out my profile.
I use an eclectic array of evidence-based practices to ensure my treatment methods are person-centered. I have experience in treating trauma, substance abuse, self-esteem issues, anger management, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, eating disorders, interpersonal challenges, and more. Thank you so much for taking the time to check out my profile.
(540) 251-7728 x1 View (540) 251-7728 x1
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Terry L Miller
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
He deals with a wide range of issues including bipolar disorder, OCD, sexual abuse, anxiety, depression and faith.
***CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS**** Terry L. Miller is a Licensed Professional Counselor with the Community Counseling Center. He received his Bachelor’s degree from Bethel College in N. Newton KS, his Master’s in Community Counseling from Eastern Mennonite University.
He deals with a wide range of issues including bipolar disorder, OCD, sexual abuse, anxiety, depression and faith.
***CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS**** Terry L. Miller is a Licensed Professional Counselor with the Community Counseling Center. He received his Bachelor’s degree from Bethel College in N. Newton KS, his Master’s in Community Counseling from Eastern Mennonite University.
(540) 579-5445 View (540) 579-5445
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Shenandoah Psychological Services, LLC
Psychologist, PsyD, MA, LCSW, LCP, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Our counselors are extensively trained with expertise in treating anger, ADHD, PTSD, trauma, substance abuse, bipolar disorder, and other issues.
Now Accepting New Clients! All of our clinicians offer both in-person sessions and teletherapy. We work with children, adolescents, and adults in our Roanoke and Harrisonburg offices. Call our clinical coordinator at (540) 251-7728 ext. 1 to inquire about openings. Shenandoah Psychological Services offers an array of psychological and counseling options to suit your needs. We specialize in varying categories of counseling ranging from emotional and behavioral matters to substance abuse. We strive to offer the highest quality of psychological services in Roanoke city, the Shenandoah Valley, and surrounding areas.
Our counselors are extensively trained with expertise in treating anger, ADHD, PTSD, trauma, substance abuse, bipolar disorder, and other issues.
Now Accepting New Clients! All of our clinicians offer both in-person sessions and teletherapy. We work with children, adolescents, and adults in our Roanoke and Harrisonburg offices. Call our clinical coordinator at (540) 251-7728 ext. 1 to inquire about openings. Shenandoah Psychological Services offers an array of psychological and counseling options to suit your needs. We specialize in varying categories of counseling ranging from emotional and behavioral matters to substance abuse. We strive to offer the highest quality of psychological services in Roanoke city, the Shenandoah Valley, and surrounding areas.
(540) 251-7728 View (540) 251-7728
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Jeff Lown
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, EdS, LPC
Verified Verified
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
I provide individual counseling for adolescents and adults, with experience treating depression, anxiety, trauma, as well as helping individuals cope with bipolar, personality, and schizophrenia spectrum disorders.
There is never a wrong time to start therapy, nor is there a right one. We won’t worry about right or wrong, but instead we’ll accept where you are - as we work together to discover where you want to go and how to get there. I spend a lot of my free time hiking, seeking out new and interesting terrain. The growth you will hopefully experience during our work together may be much like a challenging hike, with some gentle slopes and triumphant summits, but also with trips, stumbles, and strenuous climbs. I cannot climb your mountains for you, but I will climb them with you and help to show you the way forward.
I provide individual counseling for adolescents and adults, with experience treating depression, anxiety, trauma, as well as helping individuals cope with bipolar, personality, and schizophrenia spectrum disorders.
There is never a wrong time to start therapy, nor is there a right one. We won’t worry about right or wrong, but instead we’ll accept where you are - as we work together to discover where you want to go and how to get there. I spend a lot of my free time hiking, seeking out new and interesting terrain. The growth you will hopefully experience during our work together may be much like a challenging hike, with some gentle slopes and triumphant summits, but also with trips, stumbles, and strenuous climbs. I cannot climb your mountains for you, but I will climb them with you and help to show you the way forward.
(540) 534-4438 View (540) 534-4438
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Derrick Stevens
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Harrisonburg, VA 22801  (Online Only)
mental health diagnoses such as PTSD, bipolar, depression and anxiety.
I have had the pleasure to assist many individuals and families find the happiness and harmony they are seeking. I have also had the honor to provide guidance and support to clients navigating some of the hardest experiences in their lives. Greetings, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 30 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families. I frequently assist people navigating complex life situations, couples counseling, separation and divorce, blended family issues and major
mental health diagnoses such as PTSD, bipolar, depression and anxiety.
I have had the pleasure to assist many individuals and families find the happiness and harmony they are seeking. I have also had the honor to provide guidance and support to clients navigating some of the hardest experiences in their lives. Greetings, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 30 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families. I frequently assist people navigating complex life situations, couples counseling, separation and divorce, blended family issues and major
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Traketa Dillard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
I have specific experience working with adults with anger ADHD, depression, PTSD, substance usage, bipolar disorder and anxiety.
For the last 10 years, I have been working to help people like you experience positive change and navigate difficult times in their lives with support, guidance, and encouragement. My experience in community mental health is diverse, working with children, youth, and adults. I value personal connection, compassion, and honesty in therapeutic work and appreciate the opportunity to offer direction which brings awareness and clarity during therapy. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I earned my Bachelor's Degree from Ferrum College and hold a Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Capella University.
I have specific experience working with adults with anger ADHD, depression, PTSD, substance usage, bipolar disorder and anxiety.
For the last 10 years, I have been working to help people like you experience positive change and navigate difficult times in their lives with support, guidance, and encouragement. My experience in community mental health is diverse, working with children, youth, and adults. I value personal connection, compassion, and honesty in therapeutic work and appreciate the opportunity to offer direction which brings awareness and clarity during therapy. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I earned my Bachelor's Degree from Ferrum College and hold a Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Capella University.
(540) 405-6770 View (540) 405-6770
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Deborah Walker
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Harrisonburg, VA 22802  (Online Only)
With empathy and understanding, I can help my clients through life's challenges. I believe in the individual having the capacity for change within themselves and we can uncover that together. Mental Health diagnosis I have worked with include depression, anxiety, bipolar, PTSD, LGBTQIA, trauma treatment, personality disorders and schizophrenia. Treatment approaches include DBT, CBT, person centered and mindfulness.
With empathy and understanding, I can help my clients through life's challenges. I believe in the individual having the capacity for change within themselves and we can uncover that together. Mental Health diagnosis I have worked with include depression, anxiety, bipolar, PTSD, LGBTQIA, trauma treatment, personality disorders and schizophrenia. Treatment approaches include DBT, CBT, person centered and mindfulness.
(571) 322-8261 View (571) 322-8261
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Amy Ghaemmaghami
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Accepting New Clients. Imagine feeling less anxious, less sad, less self-critical. My counseling approach is strengths-focused & growth-oriented. I will work collaboratively with you to design a treatment plan based on your goals. My specialties are anxiety, depression & mood disorders, trauma recovery, relationships, LGBTQ+, women's issues, & challenging life transitions. Whether you plan to improve relationships, find or change jobs, head to college, process grief & loss, or courageously open up to your life’s possibilities, I look forward to helping you to move forward in a positive direction.
Accepting New Clients. Imagine feeling less anxious, less sad, less self-critical. My counseling approach is strengths-focused & growth-oriented. I will work collaboratively with you to design a treatment plan based on your goals. My specialties are anxiety, depression & mood disorders, trauma recovery, relationships, LGBTQ+, women's issues, & challenging life transitions. Whether you plan to improve relationships, find or change jobs, head to college, process grief & loss, or courageously open up to your life’s possibilities, I look forward to helping you to move forward in a positive direction.
(540) 900-0854 View (540) 900-0854
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Cassandra Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Harrisonburg, VA 22801  (Online Only)
Cassandra Johnson, preferably called Cassie, is an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Nurse (LCSW, RN). She more than 20 years of experience in holistic care, combining clinical counseling and health care to practice. Cassie is passionate about helping children, adolescents, adults, and couples address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. She specializes in mood disorders, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship issues, and major life transitions.
Cassandra Johnson, preferably called Cassie, is an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Nurse (LCSW, RN). She more than 20 years of experience in holistic care, combining clinical counseling and health care to practice. Cassie is passionate about helping children, adolescents, adults, and couples address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. She specializes in mood disorders, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship issues, and major life transitions.
(434) 404-5061 View (434) 404-5061
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Cynthia Minto
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Harrisonburg, VA 22801  (Online Only)
Hello, I am a Richmond-based licensed professional counselor with more than 20- years of experience working with individuals and families in community mental health settings and the military. As a proud military retiree, I have a passion for military members and understand their unique culture and stressors. I have worked extensively with individuals with developmental disabilities and physical disabilities. I am passionate about helping people work through challenging life issues that have been impacted by trauma, marginalization, and lack of autonomy. I have experience with depression, PTSD, anxiety, attachment issues, chronic str
Hello, I am a Richmond-based licensed professional counselor with more than 20- years of experience working with individuals and families in community mental health settings and the military. As a proud military retiree, I have a passion for military members and understand their unique culture and stressors. I have worked extensively with individuals with developmental disabilities and physical disabilities. I am passionate about helping people work through challenging life issues that have been impacted by trauma, marginalization, and lack of autonomy. I have experience with depression, PTSD, anxiety, attachment issues, chronic str
(571) 497-5159 View (571) 497-5159
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Janita Daggy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Janita Daggy is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 7 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping individuals of all ages step towards, work through, and heal from their various challenges in order to fulfill their goals in life. Janita specializes in trauma, depression, PTSD, anxiety, and those diagnosed with SMI. Janita completed her Master's in Professional Counseling at Liberty University in Virginia.
Janita Daggy is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 7 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping individuals of all ages step towards, work through, and heal from their various challenges in order to fulfill their goals in life. Janita specializes in trauma, depression, PTSD, anxiety, and those diagnosed with SMI. Janita completed her Master's in Professional Counseling at Liberty University in Virginia.
(434) 771-2116 View (434) 771-2116
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Ponteaah Monica Alexander
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Harrisonburg, VA 22801  (Online Only)
Monica Alexander is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 14 years of experience in the mental health and substance use treatment fields. She has provided treatment in various settings and with a wide range of populations. She seeks to help people live more effective lives in order to thrive, not just survive, in life. She specializes in emotional dysregulation, depression disorders, anxiety disorders, substance use disorders, interpersonal conflict, grief, major life transitions, complex trauma, and mindfulness practices.
Monica Alexander is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 14 years of experience in the mental health and substance use treatment fields. She has provided treatment in various settings and with a wide range of populations. She seeks to help people live more effective lives in order to thrive, not just survive, in life. She specializes in emotional dysregulation, depression disorders, anxiety disorders, substance use disorders, interpersonal conflict, grief, major life transitions, complex trauma, and mindfulness practices.
(540) 518-0424 View (540) 518-0424
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Katherine Gwaltney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Everyone deserves the experience of having a compassionate, empathetic space in which to be heard and understood without judgement. As a counselor, I bring my interest in life stage human development and psychosocial adaptation as well as my education in psychodynamic, family systems, humanistic, and existential theories to the process of joining with clients to process emotions and contextualize experience in ways that are affirming to each one. I believe in the therapeutic value of the corrective emotional experience and strive to support clients with accessing a validating and strengths-based presence in counseling.
Everyone deserves the experience of having a compassionate, empathetic space in which to be heard and understood without judgement. As a counselor, I bring my interest in life stage human development and psychosocial adaptation as well as my education in psychodynamic, family systems, humanistic, and existential theories to the process of joining with clients to process emotions and contextualize experience in ways that are affirming to each one. I believe in the therapeutic value of the corrective emotional experience and strive to support clients with accessing a validating and strengths-based presence in counseling.
(540) 726-6435 View (540) 726-6435
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Cassandra Kennell
Psychologist, PsyD, MAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
I enjoy working from an integrative approach, meaning I believe there is no one therapeutic modality that suits every client. However, underlying most of my approaches is an attachment perspective. Sadly, far too many of our relationships fall short of giving us a sense of being loved and belonging. We end up living too much of our lives caught in our own or other's perfectionism, passivity, anger, fear, judgment, shame, withdrawal, disinterest, betrayal, abuse, or worse. The harder we try to rid our relationships of these problems, the more unloved and alone we feel.
I enjoy working from an integrative approach, meaning I believe there is no one therapeutic modality that suits every client. However, underlying most of my approaches is an attachment perspective. Sadly, far too many of our relationships fall short of giving us a sense of being loved and belonging. We end up living too much of our lives caught in our own or other's perfectionism, passivity, anger, fear, judgment, shame, withdrawal, disinterest, betrayal, abuse, or worse. The harder we try to rid our relationships of these problems, the more unloved and alone we feel.
(540) 251-7728 View (540) 251-7728
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Kaiwen Liu
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
I am a clinical psychologist licensed in Virginia and New York, providing telehealth (NY & VA) and in-person (Harrisonburg, VA) services. I take an integrative, collaborative, and flexible approach to therapy. I am passionate about creating a safe space where clients can cultivate curiosity about their internal experiences, understand relational dynamics, and develop skills to regulate powerful emotions and change unhealthy patterns. I also help clients address sociocultural factors relevant to their daily lives, such as acculturation, systemic racism, white supremacist culture, etc.
I am a clinical psychologist licensed in Virginia and New York, providing telehealth (NY & VA) and in-person (Harrisonburg, VA) services. I take an integrative, collaborative, and flexible approach to therapy. I am passionate about creating a safe space where clients can cultivate curiosity about their internal experiences, understand relational dynamics, and develop skills to regulate powerful emotions and change unhealthy patterns. I also help clients address sociocultural factors relevant to their daily lives, such as acculturation, systemic racism, white supremacist culture, etc.
(540) 516-4405 View (540) 516-4405
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Family Life Resource Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCSW
Verified Verified
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Counselors at Family Life Resource Center (FLRC) are committed to helping people pursue health and wholeness as individuals and in their relationships. We work everyday to be true to our name- Family Life Resource Center. Now Accepting New Clients! Please note: We do not have late afternoon/evening or weekend availability. Our clinicians offer both in-person sessions and teletherapy. The agency works with children, adolescents, and adults. Please call our office Monday - Thursday from 8:30AM to 4:30PM at (540) 434-8450 to inquire about openings.
Counselors at Family Life Resource Center (FLRC) are committed to helping people pursue health and wholeness as individuals and in their relationships. We work everyday to be true to our name- Family Life Resource Center. Now Accepting New Clients! Please note: We do not have late afternoon/evening or weekend availability. Our clinicians offer both in-person sessions and teletherapy. The agency works with children, adolescents, and adults. Please call our office Monday - Thursday from 8:30AM to 4:30PM at (540) 434-8450 to inquire about openings.
(540) 732-7590 View (540) 732-7590
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LeRoger Parrish
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
I am passionate about helping adults and adolescents (age 13+) strengthen the resilience in their lives. Are you experiencing trouble finding your joy in life? Having a lack of self compassion and multiple negative thoughts on a daily basis? Imagine having the skills and perspective to dispute those thoughts to help yourself learn to choose joy even in tough circumstances. "Joy is a decision, a really brave one, about how you are going to respond to life." -Wess Stafford
I am passionate about helping adults and adolescents (age 13+) strengthen the resilience in their lives. Are you experiencing trouble finding your joy in life? Having a lack of self compassion and multiple negative thoughts on a daily basis? Imagine having the skills and perspective to dispute those thoughts to help yourself learn to choose joy even in tough circumstances. "Joy is a decision, a really brave one, about how you are going to respond to life." -Wess Stafford
(540) 274-2595 View (540) 274-2595
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David Comer
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Each of us is writing a story with our lives, and like any story we are incomplete without knowing our past and having an idea for our future. I believe counseling is a powerful support that can allow us to overcome hurdles, meet new goals, and live the life we want to live. I enjoy working with people who extend compassionate curiosity to themselves to better understand their life in every aspect.
Each of us is writing a story with our lives, and like any story we are incomplete without knowing our past and having an idea for our future. I believe counseling is a powerful support that can allow us to overcome hurdles, meet new goals, and live the life we want to live. I enjoy working with people who extend compassionate curiosity to themselves to better understand their life in every aspect.
(540) 495-1813 View (540) 495-1813
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Harrisonburg Center for Healing
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Offering evidence based & integrative strategies, we provide excellence in trauma treatment. Our full circle suite of therapeutic modalities is formulated to provide integrity based & responsive care on the front line. Services that set us apart include EMDR, Crisis Response, Play Therapy, Reiki & Wellness Consults. Specialties include treatment and wellness care for First Responders, State Police, survivors of abuse & the neurodiverse. Restoring empowerment & instilling trust, we provide a safe space which enables you to find honor and connections in relationships.
Offering evidence based & integrative strategies, we provide excellence in trauma treatment. Our full circle suite of therapeutic modalities is formulated to provide integrity based & responsive care on the front line. Services that set us apart include EMDR, Crisis Response, Play Therapy, Reiki & Wellness Consults. Specialties include treatment and wellness care for First Responders, State Police, survivors of abuse & the neurodiverse. Restoring empowerment & instilling trust, we provide a safe space which enables you to find honor and connections in relationships.
(540) 830-5443 View (540) 830-5443
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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.