Bipolar Disorder Treatment Centers in Bradenton, FL
We have IOP's for Adults with Bipolar Disorder and/or chronic depression, Adults with a history of trauma, Adults with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD).
If you have grown weary of "just talking" and are wondering where your therapy is going we probably have what you need. We have therapeutic modalities and tools that very few people have, we have experience that very few therapists have. We are goal oriented and driven to help you get you where you want to be; as quickly and as efficiently as possible. We enjoy the challenge of working with the "hard to treat" symptoms as much as we enjoy helping a couple work through a difficult time in their relationship. For those that are in severe distress we have Intensive Outpatient Programs for adolescents and adults. These IOP's are 10 weeks long and are created for those with severe issues that are causing self harming behaviors and/or suicidal ideation. These IOP's are fun, educational and extremely life changing. Come meet with us before you spend ten's of thousands of dollars on inpatient services.
We have IOP's for Adults with Bipolar Disorder and/or chronic depression, Adults with a history of trauma, Adults with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD).
If you have grown weary of "just talking" and are wondering where your therapy is going we probably have what you need. We have therapeutic modalities and tools that very few people have, we have experience that very few therapists have. We are goal oriented and driven to help you get you where you want to be; as quickly and as efficiently as possible. We enjoy the challenge of working with the "hard to treat" symptoms as much as we enjoy helping a couple work through a difficult time in their relationship. For those that are in severe distress we have Intensive Outpatient Programs for adolescents and adults. These IOP's are 10 weeks long and are created for those with severe issues that are causing self harming behaviors and/or suicidal ideation. These IOP's are fun, educational and extremely life changing. Come meet with us before you spend ten's of thousands of dollars on inpatient services.
At FCFR, we provide evidence-based treatment for patients with psychiatric disorders with or without substance use disorder. "We often treat patients that other treatment centers will no or cannot treat." Patients may have been suffering with a treatment-resistant psychiatric disorder such as, Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder with suicidality, Schizoaffective Disorder, etc. This patient has travelled many traditional and non-traditional treatment avenues, to no avail. Patients suffering such a lifetime of struggle come to FCFR and have their hope restored, are taught coping skills, and learn to apply everything they are learning therapeutically while practicing every day adult daily living skills while at our transitional living facility. Patients such as these have been known to turn their lives around, purchase vehicles, go back to college, restore relationships with their families, and begin living a new positive, productive lifestyle. That is able to be sustained long-term. The same can be said for someone who is struggling with the chronic and progressive, potentially fatal disease of Substance Use Disorder.
At FCFR, we provide evidence-based treatment for patients with psychiatric disorders with or without substance use disorder. "We often treat patients that other treatment centers will no or cannot treat." Patients may have been suffering with a treatment-resistant psychiatric disorder such as, Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder with suicidality, Schizoaffective Disorder, etc. This patient has travelled many traditional and non-traditional treatment avenues, to no avail. Patients suffering such a lifetime of struggle come to FCFR and have their hope restored, are taught coping skills, and learn to apply everything they are learning therapeutically while practicing every day adult daily living skills while at our transitional living facility. Patients such as these have been known to turn their lives around, purchase vehicles, go back to college, restore relationships with their families, and begin living a new positive, productive lifestyle. That is able to be sustained long-term. The same can be said for someone who is struggling with the chronic and progressive, potentially fatal disease of Substance Use Disorder.
Commonly treated conditions include anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder(BPD), depressive disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, process addictions, thought disorders, substance use disorders, and dual diagnosis.
Lifeskills South Florida is a privately held company that has a Center of Excellence in behavioral health since 1991. We offer clients and their families affordable treatment options and are located in sunny Deerfield Beach, Florida. Our South Florida Facility offers individuals a warm and comfortable setting to get well. We provide Detox (Ft. Lauderdale campus), Residential (Deerfield Beach & Ft. Lauderdale campus) and Outpatient treatment services(Delray Beach) for adults with substance use disorders, which may be accompanied by psychiatric and trauma-based disorders. Lifeskills is dually licensed by the Florida Department of Children & Families (DCF) and Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (ACHA) to provide both substance use and mental health treatment. Lifeskills South Florida is CARF accredited.
Commonly treated conditions include anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder(BPD), depressive disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, process addictions, thought disorders, substance use disorders, and dual diagnosis.
Lifeskills South Florida is a privately held company that has a Center of Excellence in behavioral health since 1991. We offer clients and their families affordable treatment options and are located in sunny Deerfield Beach, Florida. Our South Florida Facility offers individuals a warm and comfortable setting to get well. We provide Detox (Ft. Lauderdale campus), Residential (Deerfield Beach & Ft. Lauderdale campus) and Outpatient treatment services(Delray Beach) for adults with substance use disorders, which may be accompanied by psychiatric and trauma-based disorders. Lifeskills is dually licensed by the Florida Department of Children & Families (DCF) and Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (ACHA) to provide both substance use and mental health treatment. Lifeskills South Florida is CARF accredited.
Centerstone Addiction Center provides residents with the therapy, support and tools that sustain a personal path to recovery. The program focuses on individual challenges and triggers to support your personal situation. We are here to support you in every step of your recovery. We offer medical and therapeutic support in a confidential and private setting. Located on a 16 acre former county park, we offer wellness and healing. Services include individual counseling, group counseling and education, leisure and recreation, spirituality, vocational counseling, occupational therapy, nutrition, expressive arts, 12 Step Meetings, and relapse prevention.
Centerstone Addiction Center provides residents with the therapy, support and tools that sustain a personal path to recovery. The program focuses on individual challenges and triggers to support your personal situation. We are here to support you in every step of your recovery. We offer medical and therapeutic support in a confidential and private setting. Located on a 16 acre former county park, we offer wellness and healing. Services include individual counseling, group counseling and education, leisure and recreation, spirituality, vocational counseling, occupational therapy, nutrition, expressive arts, 12 Step Meetings, and relapse prevention.
Tranquil Shores offers a dual diagnosis program designed for individuals seeking relief from alcohol and substance abuse with co-occurring mental health disorders. We feel undiagnosed or misdiagnosed mental heath disorders can be one of the leading causes of substance abuse. With guidance from our licensed Clinical Team and Psychiatrists, you will create a treatment plan uniquely specific to your individual needs. The professional staff at Tranquil Shores is focused on helping you gain long-term recovery and is committed to providing exceptional dual diagnosis treatment. Our collective experience ensures that we are qualified to meet all your treatment needs for a successful, abstinence-based lifestyle. From our medical and clinical staff to our support staff, you will experience compassion, care and confidential healing at Tranquil Shores
Tranquil Shores offers a dual diagnosis program designed for individuals seeking relief from alcohol and substance abuse with co-occurring mental health disorders. We feel undiagnosed or misdiagnosed mental heath disorders can be one of the leading causes of substance abuse. With guidance from our licensed Clinical Team and Psychiatrists, you will create a treatment plan uniquely specific to your individual needs. The professional staff at Tranquil Shores is focused on helping you gain long-term recovery and is committed to providing exceptional dual diagnosis treatment. Our collective experience ensures that we are qualified to meet all your treatment needs for a successful, abstinence-based lifestyle. From our medical and clinical staff to our support staff, you will experience compassion, care and confidential healing at Tranquil Shores
At Footprints Beachside Recovery, we know there is no “one size fits all” approach to effective drug treatment programs. Instead, the therapeutic response must be oriented to an individual’s specific configuration of needs. We take a holistic approach to drug and alcohol treatment with a range of “wrap around” drug treatment programs that target the biological, psychological and social causes of addiction. We know how tough the decision is to go to treatment, that's why since 2008 we have maintained our boutique approach to 15 clients, both residing in beautiful, clean, private beachside residences, and a team of professionals to treat you.
At Footprints Beachside Recovery, we know there is no “one size fits all” approach to effective drug treatment programs. Instead, the therapeutic response must be oriented to an individual’s specific configuration of needs. We take a holistic approach to drug and alcohol treatment with a range of “wrap around” drug treatment programs that target the biological, psychological and social causes of addiction. We know how tough the decision is to go to treatment, that's why since 2008 we have maintained our boutique approach to 15 clients, both residing in beautiful, clean, private beachside residences, and a team of professionals to treat you.
Whether you are searching for an experienced therapist for yourself or your loved ones, a highly regarded psychiatrist who can guide you in managing your pharmacological needs, a dynamic group environment where you can find support and empathy for life's many challenges, we have it all! Our center has been serving the mental health needs of our patients for almost two decades, and our staff includes psychologists, psychotherapists, psychiatrists as well as a number of group and treatment programs, including in mental health and substance abuse.
Whether you are searching for an experienced therapist for yourself or your loved ones, a highly regarded psychiatrist who can guide you in managing your pharmacological needs, a dynamic group environment where you can find support and empathy for life's many challenges, we have it all! Our center has been serving the mental health needs of our patients for almost two decades, and our staff includes psychologists, psychotherapists, psychiatrists as well as a number of group and treatment programs, including in mental health and substance abuse.
Don't settle for any generic treatment center. You deserve care that actually helps you stay sober for good and recover from mental health challenges. Backed by 10-years of experience, 10K+ success stories, hundreds of verified positive online reviews and partnerships with both the NFL and university researchers, Ambrosia is the change you've been looking for. Offering dual diagnosis and trauma treatment programs. We specialize in treating substance abuse, depression, anxiety, bi-polar disorder, PTSD, ADHD and other cases.
Don't settle for any generic treatment center. You deserve care that actually helps you stay sober for good and recover from mental health challenges. Backed by 10-years of experience, 10K+ success stories, hundreds of verified positive online reviews and partnerships with both the NFL and university researchers, Ambrosia is the change you've been looking for. Offering dual diagnosis and trauma treatment programs. We specialize in treating substance abuse, depression, anxiety, bi-polar disorder, PTSD, ADHD and other cases.
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Luxury Psychiatry Medical Spa - Orlando
Treatment Center, MD
Verified Verified
Longboat Key, FL 34228
At Luxury Psychiatry Medical Spa, we provide top-tier mental health services, specializing in clients with treatment-resistant depression and other intricate psychiatric issues. Our facility is distinguished by its combination of classic psychiatric methods and cutting-edge treatments such as TMS therapy and ketamine treatments. Our skilled team, consisting of psychiatrists and nurse practitioners, excels in creating personalized treatment plans for each client, ensuring a comprehensive approach to mental health. We accommodate our clients' varied schedules with flexible booking options. Appointments can be made via our website or through our intake team. We accept various insurance plans and also have self-pay alternatives. For those worried about cost, we offer financial solutions to make our services more approachable. Our dedication is to provide exceptional mental health care in a sumptuous, soothing environment that promotes recovery and self-empowerment. For further details or to book an appointment, please visit our website or contact us directly.
At Luxury Psychiatry Medical Spa, we provide top-tier mental health services, specializing in clients with treatment-resistant depression and other intricate psychiatric issues. Our facility is distinguished by its combination of classic psychiatric methods and cutting-edge treatments such as TMS therapy and ketamine treatments. Our skilled team, consisting of psychiatrists and nurse practitioners, excels in creating personalized treatment plans for each client, ensuring a comprehensive approach to mental health. We accommodate our clients' varied schedules with flexible booking options. Appointments can be made via our website or through our intake team. We accept various insurance plans and also have self-pay alternatives. For those worried about cost, we offer financial solutions to make our services more approachable. Our dedication is to provide exceptional mental health care in a sumptuous, soothing environment that promotes recovery and self-empowerment. For further details or to book an appointment, please visit our website or contact us directly.
Our clients are those suffering with addiction or mental health issues.
Our clients are those suffering with addiction or mental health issues.
Or caring Professional staff include on call Doctors, and Onsite Nurses 24 hours per day. This helps to ensure the safest environment to Detox from Drugs and Alcohol. A typical detox ranges in length from 3-10 days in length. A detox from opiates is the longest time period often between 7-10 days long. While a Alcohol detox is typically 3-7 days in length. We work carefully with each patient to ensure their comfort and safety during the detox period. Medication to minimize the risks of seizures and limit the discomfort associated with withdrawal. Our Detox In Punta Gorda Florida is ideally situated next to the Hospital for any acute emergencies. In Charlotte county there is a shortage of Detox services, and we are proud to be available to help service the residents of Charlotte County.
Or caring Professional staff include on call Doctors, and Onsite Nurses 24 hours per day. This helps to ensure the safest environment to Detox from Drugs and Alcohol. A typical detox ranges in length from 3-10 days in length. A detox from opiates is the longest time period often between 7-10 days long. While a Alcohol detox is typically 3-7 days in length. We work carefully with each patient to ensure their comfort and safety during the detox period. Medication to minimize the risks of seizures and limit the discomfort associated with withdrawal. Our Detox In Punta Gorda Florida is ideally situated next to the Hospital for any acute emergencies. In Charlotte county there is a shortage of Detox services, and we are proud to be available to help service the residents of Charlotte County.
Zinnia Health Deerfield Beach is the premier destination for comprehensive behavioral health treatment in South Florida. We are committed to providing customized treatment for our clients struggling with substance use or mental health disorders. With unwavering dedication, we treat our clients with dignity and respect for their behavioral health needs. Our individualized addiction recovery treatment plans address addictions and co-occurring disorders that impact an individual’s ability to live a rich and fulfilling life. Our facility boasts luxurious apartment style living on Crystal Lake in Deerfield Beach with state-of-the-art amenities. This location is ideal for you to build new relationships with other clients. You will also be able to devote time without life’s usual stressors to devote to your needs as begin the healing process.
Zinnia Health Deerfield Beach is the premier destination for comprehensive behavioral health treatment in South Florida. We are committed to providing customized treatment for our clients struggling with substance use or mental health disorders. With unwavering dedication, we treat our clients with dignity and respect for their behavioral health needs. Our individualized addiction recovery treatment plans address addictions and co-occurring disorders that impact an individual’s ability to live a rich and fulfilling life. Our facility boasts luxurious apartment style living on Crystal Lake in Deerfield Beach with state-of-the-art amenities. This location is ideal for you to build new relationships with other clients. You will also be able to devote time without life’s usual stressors to devote to your needs as begin the healing process.
Windmoor Healthcare is a progressive, fully accredited behavioral health facility that treats adults suffering from a substance use disorder, mental health issue, or co-occurring disorders. Sometimes a person develops a mental health or substance use disorder so severe they require around-the-clock care at a live-in psychiatric facility. If this sounds like the current situation of you or a loved one, it may be in your best interest to contact Windmoor Healthcare. Our inpatient treatment programs assist patients in achieving mental stability and long-term sobriety. Inpatient programs average three weeks long and we provide an aftercare network for continued improvement.
Windmoor Healthcare is a progressive, fully accredited behavioral health facility that treats adults suffering from a substance use disorder, mental health issue, or co-occurring disorders. Sometimes a person develops a mental health or substance use disorder so severe they require around-the-clock care at a live-in psychiatric facility. If this sounds like the current situation of you or a loved one, it may be in your best interest to contact Windmoor Healthcare. Our inpatient treatment programs assist patients in achieving mental stability and long-term sobriety. Inpatient programs average three weeks long and we provide an aftercare network for continued improvement.
White Sands Tampa, beautifully located in Plant City, Florida is a drug and alcohol addiction treatment center that believes in pinpointing the core issues behind where the behavioral disorder and/or addiction began so that we can aid in eradicating any and all behaviors associated with the initial birthplace of the addictive behaviors. Our warm, compassionate, and well-trained staff are dedicated towards helping you or your loved one to recover from addiction safely, comfortably, and effectively. We want you to feel safe in knowing that you can tell us anything without feeling judged or misunderstood. We truly care and want you to succeed. We also know that in order to truly recover, honesty is key - not just with us, but with yourself as well. You don't have to go through this alone. We are here for you and are endlessly committed towards not only your long-term recovery, from a chemical dependency standpoint, but also towards helping you to become a productive, happy, and healthy member of society. We are an addiction treatment center that truly cares about every person who walks through our doors that are willing and ready to change for the better.
White Sands Tampa, beautifully located in Plant City, Florida is a drug and alcohol addiction treatment center that believes in pinpointing the core issues behind where the behavioral disorder and/or addiction began so that we can aid in eradicating any and all behaviors associated with the initial birthplace of the addictive behaviors. Our warm, compassionate, and well-trained staff are dedicated towards helping you or your loved one to recover from addiction safely, comfortably, and effectively. We want you to feel safe in knowing that you can tell us anything without feeling judged or misunderstood. We truly care and want you to succeed. We also know that in order to truly recover, honesty is key - not just with us, but with yourself as well. You don't have to go through this alone. We are here for you and are endlessly committed towards not only your long-term recovery, from a chemical dependency standpoint, but also towards helping you to become a productive, happy, and healthy member of society. We are an addiction treatment center that truly cares about every person who walks through our doors that are willing and ready to change for the better.
At Celadon Recovery Campus, we are firm believers that Trauma is the gate way drug. Celadon Recovery's holistic approach for wellness is innovative, unique, and unlike any traditional treatment programs. Our Client's are able to address many areas of mental health such as: Depression, Anxiety, Bi-polar Disorder, PTSD, Substance Abuse, and many more. Alongside our Residential Inpatient Treatment program, Celadon Recovery Campus now offers Telehealth! Telehealth is a tele-communication platform that provides health care in real-time to our Clients from a distance, through video conferencing.
At Celadon Recovery Campus, we are firm believers that Trauma is the gate way drug. Celadon Recovery's holistic approach for wellness is innovative, unique, and unlike any traditional treatment programs. Our Client's are able to address many areas of mental health such as: Depression, Anxiety, Bi-polar Disorder, PTSD, Substance Abuse, and many more. Alongside our Residential Inpatient Treatment program, Celadon Recovery Campus now offers Telehealth! Telehealth is a tele-communication platform that provides health care in real-time to our Clients from a distance, through video conferencing.
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Located on West Cypress St, in the Westshore Business District, with easy access to the Tampa airport other parts of Tampa Bay and surrounding areas, Pasadena Villa Outpatient – Tampa specializes in treating adults, 18 years and older, who struggle with various mental illnesses, including but not limited to, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and psychotic disorders.
Located on West Cypress St, in the Westshore Business District, with easy access to the Tampa airport other parts of Tampa Bay and surrounding areas, Pasadena Villa Outpatient – Tampa specializes in treating adults, 18 years and older, who struggle with various mental illnesses, including but not limited to, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and psychotic disorders.
Park Royal Hospital - Adult Outpatient
Treatment Center, LCSW, LMHC, MD, RN
Verified Verified
Fort Myers, FL 33908
Park Royal Hospital’s intensive outpatient program (IOP) offers care for adults age 18 and older who are struggling with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), other mental health concerns, and substance use disorders.
Park Royal Hospital provides a partial hospitalization program (PHP) for adults age 18 and older who are struggling with mental health concerns. This outpatient level of care offers a structured environment in which patients receive treatment, and then they return home when sessions aren’t taking place. In our PHP, we treat patients who have depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, other mental health concerns, and co-occurring substance use disorders. Patients in our PHP participate in evidence-based treatment five days a week, engaging in five groups per day. Typical length of stay is two weeks, though that depends on each patient’s individual progress. Licensed therapists conduct all group therapy sessions, which utilize modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), the 12-Step recovery model, and motivational interviewing. Within these processing and psychotherapy groups, topics may include relationship boundaries, stress management, grief and loss, anger, and communication. Weekly art therapy and medication management services are also available.
Park Royal Hospital’s intensive outpatient program (IOP) offers care for adults age 18 and older who are struggling with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), other mental health concerns, and substance use disorders.
Park Royal Hospital provides a partial hospitalization program (PHP) for adults age 18 and older who are struggling with mental health concerns. This outpatient level of care offers a structured environment in which patients receive treatment, and then they return home when sessions aren’t taking place. In our PHP, we treat patients who have depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, other mental health concerns, and co-occurring substance use disorders. Patients in our PHP participate in evidence-based treatment five days a week, engaging in five groups per day. Typical length of stay is two weeks, though that depends on each patient’s individual progress. Licensed therapists conduct all group therapy sessions, which utilize modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), the 12-Step recovery model, and motivational interviewing. Within these processing and psychotherapy groups, topics may include relationship boundaries, stress management, grief and loss, anger, and communication. Weekly art therapy and medication management services are also available.
People with addiction issues often have other mental health concerns such as anxiety. depression, stress, bipolar disorder, etc. This is called a co-occurring disorder (also known as dual diagnosis) where substance abuse and mental health issues are present together. To recover successfully from an addiction, it is crucial to treat the mental health issue (s) as well as the addiction, which is what we do at Advantage Mental Health. Treatment with medication and counseling/behavioral therapy allows you to live their lives while overcoming addiction -- you can still work, attend school, or participate in family events with our outpatient services.
People with addiction issues often have other mental health concerns such as anxiety. depression, stress, bipolar disorder, etc. This is called a co-occurring disorder (also known as dual diagnosis) where substance abuse and mental health issues are present together. To recover successfully from an addiction, it is crucial to treat the mental health issue (s) as well as the addiction, which is what we do at Advantage Mental Health. Treatment with medication and counseling/behavioral therapy allows you to live their lives while overcoming addiction -- you can still work, attend school, or participate in family events with our outpatient services.
The Wave of Columbia, nestled in Winnsboro, South Carolina, is a comprehensive recovery center. At The Wave of Columbia, we don’t follow predetermined treatment tracks. Instead, each treatment plan is meticulously tailored for each resident and their specific needs. We treat Mental and Behavioral Health issues like PTSD, Depression, Mood disorders ,Anxiety, Personality Disorders, that are co-occurring with Substance abuse. At The Wave of Columbia, we exclusively utilize evidence-based programs for addiction and mental health treatment. Our team comprises skilled and experienced treatment professionals who are deeply committed to the success of our clients’ recovery journeys. We recognize that substance abuse often stems from underlying issues; hence, we focus on treating mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and trauma-related disorders, facilitating a more comprehensive healing process for our clients.
The Wave of Columbia, nestled in Winnsboro, South Carolina, is a comprehensive recovery center. At The Wave of Columbia, we don’t follow predetermined treatment tracks. Instead, each treatment plan is meticulously tailored for each resident and their specific needs. We treat Mental and Behavioral Health issues like PTSD, Depression, Mood disorders ,Anxiety, Personality Disorders, that are co-occurring with Substance abuse. At The Wave of Columbia, we exclusively utilize evidence-based programs for addiction and mental health treatment. Our team comprises skilled and experienced treatment professionals who are deeply committed to the success of our clients’ recovery journeys. We recognize that substance abuse often stems from underlying issues; hence, we focus on treating mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and trauma-related disorders, facilitating a more comprehensive healing process for our clients.
We are dedicated to providing high quality, goal-oriented, faith-integrative counseling and therapy to achieve and maintain emotional well-being for individuals and families.
We are dedicated to providing high quality, goal-oriented, faith-integrative counseling and therapy to achieve and maintain emotional well-being for individuals and families.
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What is the most successful approach to treating bipolar disorder?
Living with bipolar disorder can be challenging, and a number of therapies have been found effective in providing support to patients as they gain the skills to understand and manage the disorder. Family-focused therapy is often helpful for children and teens (the majority of cases develop before age 19); it aims to minimize mood cycling by improving family communication and reducing conflict. It also helps young people navigate the developmental challenges the disorder can create. Cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) and variants such as Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)help patients manage the thoughts and feelings that influence bipolar mood swings as well as develop specific behavioral strategies to counteract them.
What happens in therapy for bipolar disorder?
Because the patterns of mood switching and its triggers differ for each person and can change over time, mood tracking or monitoring becomes a basic way patients learn about the nature of their condition. One of the most common features of therapy is finding a workable method of mood monitoring, in which patients track their daily activities and rate their moods, then use the findings to adjust routines accordingly. Patients learn ways of handling the many stresses that arise in life so that they do not trigger mood swings.
What kinds of problems does therapy help with?
Like many other mental health disorders, BPD is heavily influenced by stress; therapy provides skills for coping with stressors of all kinds. Therapy is extremely important for helping individuals identify the situations that may trigger mood switching, so that mood swings can be prevented. Therapy may especially target recognition of the early stages of mood change so that they can be managed. In addition, therapy helps patients deal with the significant amount of turbulence the disorder can create in relationships and in work life.
What is the goal of therapy for bipolar disorder?
Therapy helps patients set up their lives to maintain stability so that their mood isn’t constantly threatened by daily events. Perhaps the first task of therapy is to educate people about the nature of the disorder. At the same time, a primary goal of therapy is to enhance adherence to drug treatment. Extended periods of mood stability can prompt patients to discontinue medication, triggering relapse, while the early phases of manic episodes can feel so energizing that patients stop medication, ushering in full-blown mania and the altered self-perception that can lead to destructive behaviors. Another major goal of therapy is to understand one’s mood patterns so as to minimize both the frequency and intensity of mood cycling.