Bipolar Disorder Psychiatrists in 11201

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Ideal Mental Health and Wellness
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Accepting new clients: I specialize in treating adults and children with a wide range of mental health conditions, including Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, PTSD, Autism Medication Management, ADHD, ODD, and Learning Disabilities. If you're feeling overwhelmed, tired, irritable, struggling with daily tasks, experiencing poor concentration, sadness, anxiety, frequent mood swings, or anger issues, it's crucial not to let these symptoms define you. Seek help today, as many of these symptoms may be linked to your mental health and are often treatable. To schedule a free 15-minute consult, visit our website.
Accepting new clients: I specialize in treating adults and children with a wide range of mental health conditions, including Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, PTSD, Autism Medication Management, ADHD, ODD, and Learning Disabilities. If you're feeling overwhelmed, tired, irritable, struggling with daily tasks, experiencing poor concentration, sadness, anxiety, frequent mood swings, or anger issues, it's crucial not to let these symptoms define you. Seek help today, as many of these symptoms may be linked to your mental health and are often treatable. To schedule a free 15-minute consult, visit our website.
(929) 533-1893 View (929) 533-1893
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Insightful Psychiatry, PLLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP, FNP-C
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Our Telehealth Psychiatric Mental Health Services specializes in the treatment of children, adolescents, and adults for conditions such as, but not limited to, Anxiety, Depression, Insomnia, Bipolar Disorders, and ADHD.
Appointments Available! We are Insightful Psychiatry, a growing, and innovative Psychiatric office with the goal of providing treatment for mental health problems in the comfort of home. Evening and Weekend appointments available.
Our Telehealth Psychiatric Mental Health Services specializes in the treatment of children, adolescents, and adults for conditions such as, but not limited to, Anxiety, Depression, Insomnia, Bipolar Disorders, and ADHD.
Appointments Available! We are Insightful Psychiatry, a growing, and innovative Psychiatric office with the goal of providing treatment for mental health problems in the comfort of home. Evening and Weekend appointments available.
(206) 620-1222 View (206) 620-1222
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Olanike Idowu
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNPBC, APRN, NP
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11201
I am a Yale University-trained Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practioner with over 18 years of experience in Mental Health. I am lifespan board-certified to treat ages 5 to 70years old. I have subspecialty training in child and adolescent psychiatry and clinical research. I treat all psychiatric conditions including but not limited to, depression, anxiety, Panic Disorder, ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, Schizophrenia, PTSD and abuse survivors, OCD, Eating Disorders, and ODD. I provide culturally sensitive integrative and holistic psychiatric services that are tailored to each individual patient's needs.
I am a Yale University-trained Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practioner with over 18 years of experience in Mental Health. I am lifespan board-certified to treat ages 5 to 70years old. I have subspecialty training in child and adolescent psychiatry and clinical research. I treat all psychiatric conditions including but not limited to, depression, anxiety, Panic Disorder, ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, Schizophrenia, PTSD and abuse survivors, OCD, Eating Disorders, and ODD. I provide culturally sensitive integrative and holistic psychiatric services that are tailored to each individual patient's needs.
(475) 255-6394 View (475) 255-6394
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Eduardo Rivera Mirabal
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11201  (Online Only)
Dr. Rivera Mirabal has extensive experience and a genuine interest in treating patients with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders, adjustment disorders, and trauma-related disorders. He is committed to fostering a collaborative and trusting relationship with each patient, working together to address mental health concerns and promote overall well-being. Dr Rivera Mirabal is a compassionate and skilled psychiatrist committed to providing holistic and humanistic care. He has robust training in psychotherapy, including psychodynamic, supportive, Acceptance and Commitment Psychotherapy (ACT), and CBT.
Dr. Rivera Mirabal has extensive experience and a genuine interest in treating patients with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders, adjustment disorders, and trauma-related disorders. He is committed to fostering a collaborative and trusting relationship with each patient, working together to address mental health concerns and promote overall well-being. Dr Rivera Mirabal is a compassionate and skilled psychiatrist committed to providing holistic and humanistic care. He has robust training in psychotherapy, including psychodynamic, supportive, Acceptance and Commitment Psychotherapy (ACT), and CBT.
(646) 759-4188 View (646) 759-4188
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Dr. Priya Mukhopadhyay
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11201  (Online Only)
Dr. Priya Mukhopadhyay is a board certified adult psychiatrist. She completed her psychiatry residency training at Richmond University Medical Center in NYC. She has practiced in various settings over her career including inpatient, outpatient, comprehensive psychiatric emergency program (CPEP). She has experience providing patients with compassionate psychiatric care treating patients with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, family and relationship issues. Dr. Priya’s practice focuses on medication management, in conjunction with supportive or emotionally focused therapy in 30-minute follow-up visits.
Dr. Priya Mukhopadhyay is a board certified adult psychiatrist. She completed her psychiatry residency training at Richmond University Medical Center in NYC. She has practiced in various settings over her career including inpatient, outpatient, comprehensive psychiatric emergency program (CPEP). She has experience providing patients with compassionate psychiatric care treating patients with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, family and relationship issues. Dr. Priya’s practice focuses on medication management, in conjunction with supportive or emotionally focused therapy in 30-minute follow-up visits.
(929) 207-2385 View (929) 207-2385
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Shirley Duane
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11201  (Online Only)
Shirley Duane, FNP, PMHNP is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certified throughout the Lifespan. She received her Post Master degree in Psychiatric Nursing at D'Youville University and her Family Nurse Practitioner Degree through SUNY Buffalo. She is also certified as a Geriatric Specialist. Shirley has practiced in a variety of settings and specialties allowing her to work with adolescents and adults with a wide range of disorders, including addictions, ADHD, anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, OCD and PTSD.
Shirley Duane, FNP, PMHNP is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certified throughout the Lifespan. She received her Post Master degree in Psychiatric Nursing at D'Youville University and her Family Nurse Practitioner Degree through SUNY Buffalo. She is also certified as a Geriatric Specialist. Shirley has practiced in a variety of settings and specialties allowing her to work with adolescents and adults with a wide range of disorders, including addictions, ADHD, anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, OCD and PTSD.
(347) 941-0775 View (347) 941-0775
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Neda Behrouzi
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11201
At this time I am not accepting any new patients.------------------------- I am a Columbia-trained and ANCC board-certified psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioner with experience in helping people with treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, insomnia, panic attacks, bipolar disorder. Accompanying these things are often challenges with self-image/self-esteem, work, family, romantic and other personal relationships that are also often the focus of treatment. I work along side patients to empower them in these and other aspects of their lives in a safe, supportive environment.
At this time I am not accepting any new patients.------------------------- I am a Columbia-trained and ANCC board-certified psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioner with experience in helping people with treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, insomnia, panic attacks, bipolar disorder. Accompanying these things are often challenges with self-image/self-esteem, work, family, romantic and other personal relationships that are also often the focus of treatment. I work along side patients to empower them in these and other aspects of their lives in a safe, supportive environment.
(917) 909-8149 View (917) 909-8149
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Ian Matthews
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC, MSN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11201  (Online Only)
He provides treatment for a variety of psychiatric conditions such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, bipolar mood disorders, ADHD, OCD, PTSD/trauma, and insomnia.
Same week appointments currently available! Ian Matthews created Up Psychiatry with the mission of providing the highest quality psychiatric care that is personalized to each individual. An important foundation of successful psychiatric treatment lies in establishing a strong therapeutic relationship between the patient and healthcare provider. With this, Ian provides special attention to detail throughout the entire treatment journey. He aims to understand each patient's unique story which allows for the application of an individualized treatment approach through evidenced-based medication management and psychotherapy.
He provides treatment for a variety of psychiatric conditions such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, bipolar mood disorders, ADHD, OCD, PTSD/trauma, and insomnia.
Same week appointments currently available! Ian Matthews created Up Psychiatry with the mission of providing the highest quality psychiatric care that is personalized to each individual. An important foundation of successful psychiatric treatment lies in establishing a strong therapeutic relationship between the patient and healthcare provider. With this, Ian provides special attention to detail throughout the entire treatment journey. He aims to understand each patient's unique story which allows for the application of an individualized treatment approach through evidenced-based medication management and psychotherapy.
(857) 314-2338 View (857) 314-2338
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Ideal Mental Health and Wellness Care
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11201
I offer specialized mental health services that cater to adults and children, providing expert support for individuals encountering various mental health conditions and symptoms. I am dedicated to supporting individuals facing various mental health conditions and symptoms, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, autism medication management, ADHD, ODD, and learning disabilities.
I offer specialized mental health services that cater to adults and children, providing expert support for individuals encountering various mental health conditions and symptoms. I am dedicated to supporting individuals facing various mental health conditions and symptoms, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, autism medication management, ADHD, ODD, and learning disabilities.
(347) 952-7689 x101 View (347) 952-7689 x101
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Natalie Rimar
Physician Assistant
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11201
I am a Board Certified Advanced Practitioner and Physician Assistant who specializing in providing care to those affected by a wide range of psychiatric conditions. I specialize in medication management of a wide range of psychiatric conditions primarily including, depression, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar and other Mood Disorders, PTSD and substance use disorders. I offer medication management only when necessary, while recognizing that each individual is unique and requires an individual treatment plan for optimal mental health and wellness outcomes.
I am a Board Certified Advanced Practitioner and Physician Assistant who specializing in providing care to those affected by a wide range of psychiatric conditions. I specialize in medication management of a wide range of psychiatric conditions primarily including, depression, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar and other Mood Disorders, PTSD and substance use disorders. I offer medication management only when necessary, while recognizing that each individual is unique and requires an individual treatment plan for optimal mental health and wellness outcomes.
(347) 960-5154 View (347) 960-5154
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Mariya Shavulskiy
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, -BC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11201
As a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I evaluate and treat psychiatric symptoms such as those associated with ADHD, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, bipolar disorder, anxiety, shizophrenia and other psychotic disorders. I am currently accepting new clients and provide medication management services, first time consultations to discuss treatment plans, and medication review/ discussion of options.
As a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I evaluate and treat psychiatric symptoms such as those associated with ADHD, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, bipolar disorder, anxiety, shizophrenia and other psychotic disorders. I am currently accepting new clients and provide medication management services, first time consultations to discuss treatment plans, and medication review/ discussion of options.
(929) 203-9141 View (929) 203-9141
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Jennifer Landolt
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, P/NH
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11201
She has treated patients ranging from young adults with ADHD, depression, anxiety, bipolar and binge eating disorder to geriatrics with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder and dementia.
Jennifer Landolt has worked in psychiatric nursing since 1994. She is a career nursing professional with experience treating clients throughout the adult lifespan and in many different environments ranging from inpatient to outpatient and from institutional to the private practice sectors. Jennifer is trained in diagnosing mental health disorders, addiction support and offering treatment options in the form of prescribing medication and other nonpharmacological interventions. She believes in the power of structure, exercise, meditation, mindfulness and journaling.
She has treated patients ranging from young adults with ADHD, depression, anxiety, bipolar and binge eating disorder to geriatrics with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder and dementia.
Jennifer Landolt has worked in psychiatric nursing since 1994. She is a career nursing professional with experience treating clients throughout the adult lifespan and in many different environments ranging from inpatient to outpatient and from institutional to the private practice sectors. Jennifer is trained in diagnosing mental health disorders, addiction support and offering treatment options in the form of prescribing medication and other nonpharmacological interventions. She believes in the power of structure, exercise, meditation, mindfulness and journaling.
(929) 581-8744 View (929) 581-8744
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Felicia Hassan
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11201
We treats those with anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, depression,.
At Helping Hand psychiatric Np P.C, we are a private practice that offers psychiatric assessment and diagnosing that takes place on an individual basis. our mission is to offer innovative and convenient care via face to face and virtual, we also offer home visit on case-by-case basis. (medication management) and home/tele-therapy (talk therapy). Note: WE accept all insurances and treat all ages from 3 years old to 99 years old. we service all of New York state, NJ and CT. Psychiatric evaluations and offers individual, group, and family therapy. We also provides care to those with chronic diseases associated with mental illness
We treats those with anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, depression,.
At Helping Hand psychiatric Np P.C, we are a private practice that offers psychiatric assessment and diagnosing that takes place on an individual basis. our mission is to offer innovative and convenient care via face to face and virtual, we also offer home visit on case-by-case basis. (medication management) and home/tele-therapy (talk therapy). Note: WE accept all insurances and treat all ages from 3 years old to 99 years old. we service all of New York state, NJ and CT. Psychiatric evaluations and offers individual, group, and family therapy. We also provides care to those with chronic diseases associated with mental illness
(845) 402-2490 View (845) 402-2490
Photo of Pedro Rabelo Olivetti, Psychiatrist in 11201, NY
Pedro Rabelo Olivetti
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11201
I am a Columbia University-trained psychiatrist and neuroscience researcher with experience treating a wide variety of psychiatric and mental health conditions. My expertise includes treatment of major depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, psychotic spectrum disorders, as well as attention and concentration issues (ADHD). I have extensive experience with difficult life transitions, work/career issues, and relationships.
I am a Columbia University-trained psychiatrist and neuroscience researcher with experience treating a wide variety of psychiatric and mental health conditions. My expertise includes treatment of major depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, psychotic spectrum disorders, as well as attention and concentration issues (ADHD). I have extensive experience with difficult life transitions, work/career issues, and relationships.
(929) 294-7364 View (929) 294-7364
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Nina Jacobs
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11201  (Online Only)
Jacobs works with youth ages 13-17 and adults with anxiety, depression, bipolar, ADHD, PTSD as well as other mental health issues.
Dr. Nina Jacobs is a board-certified child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist in practice for over 20 years. She attended the University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine and completed her adult, child and adolescent training at NYU School of Medicine. She has additional training in psychodynamic psychotherapy at New York Psychoanalytic Institute. Dr. Jacobs believes understanding and compassion are fundamental to the doctor-patient relationship. With an engaged, optimistic style, she provides attentive, patient-centered care to reduce troubling symptoms and restore well-being.
Jacobs works with youth ages 13-17 and adults with anxiety, depression, bipolar, ADHD, PTSD as well as other mental health issues.
Dr. Nina Jacobs is a board-certified child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist in practice for over 20 years. She attended the University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine and completed her adult, child and adolescent training at NYU School of Medicine. She has additional training in psychodynamic psychotherapy at New York Psychoanalytic Institute. Dr. Jacobs believes understanding and compassion are fundamental to the doctor-patient relationship. With an engaged, optimistic style, she provides attentive, patient-centered care to reduce troubling symptoms and restore well-being.
(646) 798-9363 View (646) 798-9363
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Dr. Viga Naik
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11201  (Online Only)
She treats depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, general anxiety disorder, substance use disorders and other associated psychiatric disorders.
Dr. Viga Naik takes a holistic approach when practicing, understanding the importance of an integrative treatment care model. She believes optimal patient care goes beyond psychopharmacology and requires incorporation of psychotherapy and psychosocial intervention. She's a strong advocate for her patients dedicated to being an educator of mental illness to break self, societal and systemic stigmas. She believes a strong therapeutic alliance between clinician and patient is essential. She works on creating a safe & empathetic environment, providing psychoeducation to patients empowering them to play an active role in their treatment.
She treats depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, general anxiety disorder, substance use disorders and other associated psychiatric disorders.
Dr. Viga Naik takes a holistic approach when practicing, understanding the importance of an integrative treatment care model. She believes optimal patient care goes beyond psychopharmacology and requires incorporation of psychotherapy and psychosocial intervention. She's a strong advocate for her patients dedicated to being an educator of mental illness to break self, societal and systemic stigmas. She believes a strong therapeutic alliance between clinician and patient is essential. She works on creating a safe & empathetic environment, providing psychoeducation to patients empowering them to play an active role in their treatment.
(332) 244-0720 View (332) 244-0720
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Luke Romanow
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11201  (Online Only)
Romanow has extensive experience treating various mental health disorders including depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, and ADHD.
Dr. Romanow is double board-certified in Adult Psychiatry and Forensic Psychiatry. He graduated summa cum laude from the University of Pittsburgh with a Bachelor of Science degree in Sports Medicine/Athletic Training and then attended Drexel University College of Medicine. After medical school, he completed his residency in Adult Psychiatry at the University of Virginia, where he obtained a certificate in additional psychotherapy training. After residency, Dr. Romanow completed a fellowship in Forensic Psychiatry at the University of Virginia.
Romanow has extensive experience treating various mental health disorders including depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, and ADHD.
Dr. Romanow is double board-certified in Adult Psychiatry and Forensic Psychiatry. He graduated summa cum laude from the University of Pittsburgh with a Bachelor of Science degree in Sports Medicine/Athletic Training and then attended Drexel University College of Medicine. After medical school, he completed his residency in Adult Psychiatry at the University of Virginia, where he obtained a certificate in additional psychotherapy training. After residency, Dr. Romanow completed a fellowship in Forensic Psychiatry at the University of Virginia.
(646) 374-4817 View (646) 374-4817
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Ashley Sansom
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11201  (Online Only)
Ashely Sansom, DNP, PMHNP-BC is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She obtained a Master and Doctor of Nursing Science from Columbia University and specializes in diagnosis, medication management, and therapy. Dr. Sansom has practiced in a variety of settings, allowing her to work with children, adolescents, adults, and families with a wide range of disorders including anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, bipolar disorder, and PTSD.
Ashely Sansom, DNP, PMHNP-BC is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She obtained a Master and Doctor of Nursing Science from Columbia University and specializes in diagnosis, medication management, and therapy. Dr. Sansom has practiced in a variety of settings, allowing her to work with children, adolescents, adults, and families with a wide range of disorders including anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, bipolar disorder, and PTSD.
(347) 537-5486 View (347) 537-5486
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Viktoriya Natanel
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11201  (Online Only)
I’m a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with 8 years of nursing experience. I am familiar with depression, anxiety, insomnia as well as the panic disorder, bipolar 2 and adhd disorders. I like to educate my clients about mental health and medications, proper drug use and interactions, adverse drug reactions, and the course and prognosis of mental illness.
I’m a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with 8 years of nursing experience. I am familiar with depression, anxiety, insomnia as well as the panic disorder, bipolar 2 and adhd disorders. I like to educate my clients about mental health and medications, proper drug use and interactions, adverse drug reactions, and the course and prognosis of mental illness.
(518) 757-9683 View (518) 757-9683
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Yichao Zhang
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11201
I'm specialized in psychotropic treatments for unipolar depression, bipolar depression, treatment-resistant depression, generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, OCD, ADHD and schizophrenia/schizoaffective disorder.
Don't let your mental illness become your identity and define who you are. I'm Yichao Zhang, Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I'm currently accepting new clients who are looking for medication management and individual counseling for the betterment of their mental health.
I'm specialized in psychotropic treatments for unipolar depression, bipolar depression, treatment-resistant depression, generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, OCD, ADHD and schizophrenia/schizoaffective disorder.
Don't let your mental illness become your identity and define who you are. I'm Yichao Zhang, Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I'm currently accepting new clients who are looking for medication management and individual counseling for the betterment of their mental health.
(315) 291-8816 View (315) 291-8816
Bipolar Disorder Psychiatrists

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.