Psychiatrists in Lynn, MA
Mental Health Plus LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Lynn, MA 01902 (Online Only)
In addition to my primary care experience, I've been working with patients who are experiencing the following conditions: Bipolar, depression, anxiety, ocd , ptsd, and more.
Living is leaning to face life challenges with a sense of acceptance and control. However, it's not always easy to do on our own. Without a doubt, many of us on earth have a negative answer when dealing with our mental health. Here, at Mental Health Plus LLC, we are interested in seeing you take control of yourself. We strive to encourage our clients to live life to the fullest by being assisted with a unique bundle care approach. Partner with us.
In addition to my primary care experience, I've been working with patients who are experiencing the following conditions: Bipolar, depression, anxiety, ocd , ptsd, and more.
Living is leaning to face life challenges with a sense of acceptance and control. However, it's not always easy to do on our own. Without a doubt, many of us on earth have a negative answer when dealing with our mental health. Here, at Mental Health Plus LLC, we are interested in seeing you take control of yourself. We strive to encourage our clients to live life to the fullest by being assisted with a unique bundle care approach. Partner with us.
Jeffrey Lucero
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lynn, MA 01904
Welcome. Thoughtful Psychiatry is a group of psychiatric providers devoted to providing a "thoughtful" approach to psychiatric care. The practice consists of multiple psychiatric prescribers that have extensive training in psychotherapy. While we believe that medications can be very helpful, we insist on providing more than medication for our patients.
Welcome. Thoughtful Psychiatry is a group of psychiatric providers devoted to providing a "thoughtful" approach to psychiatric care. The practice consists of multiple psychiatric prescribers that have extensive training in psychotherapy. While we believe that medications can be very helpful, we insist on providing more than medication for our patients.
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Dr. Marco Belluardo-Crosby
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salem, MA 01970 (Online Only)
While anxiety disorders and mood disorders (depression, bipolar disorder) have been the focus of my practice, do not hesitate to contact me if you feel I can help you.
Throughout my career I have successfully treated people with symptoms of depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and ADHD. I enjoy the collaboration with other treating providers such as psychotherapists and primary care providers in maximizing the benefits of psychopharmacological treatment. I am committed to high standards of care following the latest clinical research. Telemedicine psychopharmacology only.
While anxiety disorders and mood disorders (depression, bipolar disorder) have been the focus of my practice, do not hesitate to contact me if you feel I can help you.
Throughout my career I have successfully treated people with symptoms of depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and ADHD. I enjoy the collaboration with other treating providers such as psychotherapists and primary care providers in maximizing the benefits of psychopharmacological treatment. I am committed to high standards of care following the latest clinical research. Telemedicine psychopharmacology only.
James Quackenbush
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-, BC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02204
I have extensive experience working with individuals with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and PTSD.
Please note: At this time, I am primarily virtual but offer intermittent in-person appointments. I am based in Southern NH and Greater Boston, MA. I received my nurse practitioner education at Rivier University and completed clinical training at McLean Hospital, in Belmont, MA. My personal and professional goals include bridging the gaps that exist in our healthcare system to ensure everyone has adequate access and good mental health care, reducing stigma so that people are more inclined to ask for help, and providing a treatment plan where both you and I work together to ensure your needs are met.
I have extensive experience working with individuals with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and PTSD.
Please note: At this time, I am primarily virtual but offer intermittent in-person appointments. I am based in Southern NH and Greater Boston, MA. I received my nurse practitioner education at Rivier University and completed clinical training at McLean Hospital, in Belmont, MA. My personal and professional goals include bridging the gaps that exist in our healthcare system to ensure everyone has adequate access and good mental health care, reducing stigma so that people are more inclined to ask for help, and providing a treatment plan where both you and I work together to ensure your needs are met.
Bupe Martha M Habiyambere
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, MS, DVM
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02109
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, or any other mental health challenge, I am here to listen, support, and plan for a brighter tomorrow.
I have four years of invaluable experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings as well as a profound commitment to enhancing the lives of my clients. Mental health is interconnected with every aspect of our lives. That is why I take a holistic approach to treatment, addressing not just the symptoms but also the underlying factors contributing to your mental well-being. Your journey towards mental wellness is a collaborative effort.
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, or any other mental health challenge, I am here to listen, support, and plan for a brighter tomorrow.
I have four years of invaluable experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings as well as a profound commitment to enhancing the lives of my clients. Mental health is interconnected with every aspect of our lives. That is why I take a holistic approach to treatment, addressing not just the symptoms but also the underlying factors contributing to your mental well-being. Your journey towards mental wellness is a collaborative effort.
Donna Marie Feeney
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, NP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02110 (Online Only)
Accepting new patients within 1-2 weeks. Welcome. I am a mental health and psychiatric nurse practitioner with about 15 years experience dealing with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and PTSD. I focus on the entire patient, not just the diagnosis. I am a Nurse Practitioner who provides a full range of psychiatric services including psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, medication review and management, and supportive psychotherapy. Services are available for adults.
Accepting new patients within 1-2 weeks. Welcome. I am a mental health and psychiatric nurse practitioner with about 15 years experience dealing with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and PTSD. I focus on the entire patient, not just the diagnosis. I am a Nurse Practitioner who provides a full range of psychiatric services including psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, medication review and management, and supportive psychotherapy. Services are available for adults.
Yixi Dong
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Somerville, MA 02144 (Online Only)
I have experience providing assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for a range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and more.
Finding an empathetic prescriber is tough, isn't it? I understand. As a licensed psychiatric nurse practitioner, I'm passionate about guiding you toward your best mental health. My clients appreciate my out-of-the-box approach and how I avoid the endless cycle of switching medications. Instead, I focus on personalized treatment plans that reflect your unique needs. And here's a bonus: since I offer both therapy and medication management, you save time and money by paying just one co-pay.
I have experience providing assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for a range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and more.
Finding an empathetic prescriber is tough, isn't it? I understand. As a licensed psychiatric nurse practitioner, I'm passionate about guiding you toward your best mental health. My clients appreciate my out-of-the-box approach and how I avoid the endless cycle of switching medications. Instead, I focus on personalized treatment plans that reflect your unique needs. And here's a bonus: since I offer both therapy and medication management, you save time and money by paying just one co-pay.
Abena Apraku
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Somerville, MA 02143
Dr. Apraku is welcoming new patients for video appointments. As a Board-certified M.D. psychiatrist, she specializes in providing psychiatric diagnostic assessments and treatment for anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, OCD and PTSD. As a well-rounded provider, her focus is on medication management (including for patients wishing to decrease reliance on medication) in combination with extensive psycho-education. Read more about her approach at apraku.com/services.
Dr. Apraku is welcoming new patients for video appointments. As a Board-certified M.D. psychiatrist, she specializes in providing psychiatric diagnostic assessments and treatment for anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, OCD and PTSD. As a well-rounded provider, her focus is on medication management (including for patients wishing to decrease reliance on medication) in combination with extensive psycho-education. Read more about her approach at apraku.com/services.
Lina M Zapata Samarel
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP, MBA
Verified Verified
Peabody, MA 01960 (Online Only)
Areas of interest include medication management and psychiatric evaluations for the diagnosis and treatment of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, psychotic disorders, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, and panic disorders. Lina’s approach to treating patients focuses on individual treatment plans and on integrative psychiatry by applying evidence-based psychopharmacological, therapeutic interventions, and lifestyle modifications. Lina will listen to you with empathy and will partner with you on your wellness journey.
Areas of interest include medication management and psychiatric evaluations for the diagnosis and treatment of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, psychotic disorders, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, and panic disorders. Lina’s approach to treating patients focuses on individual treatment plans and on integrative psychiatry by applying evidence-based psychopharmacological, therapeutic interventions, and lifestyle modifications. Lina will listen to you with empathy and will partner with you on your wellness journey.
Helen Macharia
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Danvers, MA 01923
Helen Macharia, a compassionate dual-certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, specializes in care for children, adolescents, and adults facing depression, anxiety, ADHD, Bipolar, and substance abuse.
Are you or a loved one navigating mental health challenges and seeking a compassionate and holistic approach to mental health care? Are you in a transitional phase, such as the shift from college to adulthood, worrying about your future success, and looking for personalized support to navigate these changes? Do you value a collaborative and empathetic approach where medication management, therapy, and lifestyle guidance are seamlessly integrated? If any of these questions resonate with you, Helen Macharia at Cagway Health and Wellness is here to support your journey toward stabilization, healing, and an improved quality of life.
Helen Macharia, a compassionate dual-certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, specializes in care for children, adolescents, and adults facing depression, anxiety, ADHD, Bipolar, and substance abuse.
Are you or a loved one navigating mental health challenges and seeking a compassionate and holistic approach to mental health care? Are you in a transitional phase, such as the shift from college to adulthood, worrying about your future success, and looking for personalized support to navigate these changes? Do you value a collaborative and empathetic approach where medication management, therapy, and lifestyle guidance are seamlessly integrated? If any of these questions resonate with you, Helen Macharia at Cagway Health and Wellness is here to support your journey toward stabilization, healing, and an improved quality of life.
Alissa Fodor
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, RN, APRN, MPHNP
Verified Verified
Salem, MA 01970
I want to help my clients find an ultimate and healthy approach to their mental wellbeing. My choice of treatment plan is consistent with my client's commitment. Psychiatric symptoms such as Anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, Depression, Bipolar disorder, ext. can be triggered and exacerbated by many things such as: endocrine issues, insufficient self-care, lack of exercise, poor diet and more. Armed with an understanding of holistic approach along with Psychiatric Medicine, I diagnose and create medication management plans for each of my patients and help address other issues by consulting with appropriate professionals.
I want to help my clients find an ultimate and healthy approach to their mental wellbeing. My choice of treatment plan is consistent with my client's commitment. Psychiatric symptoms such as Anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, Depression, Bipolar disorder, ext. can be triggered and exacerbated by many things such as: endocrine issues, insufficient self-care, lack of exercise, poor diet and more. Armed with an understanding of holistic approach along with Psychiatric Medicine, I diagnose and create medication management plans for each of my patients and help address other issues by consulting with appropriate professionals.
Maybelle Mbiatem
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNPBC, CNP, APRN, MSN
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Melrose, MA 02176
Support those with Bipolar in achieving balance and stability.
My approach to care is anchored in a deep commitment to inclusivity and understanding. I specialize in providing unbiased nonjudgmental care while recognizing the unique background and experience of each patient. Fostering an environment of understanding and empathy, where patients feel heard and supported. Developing supportive strategies that empower patients to achieve Wellness, respecting their challenges. I consistently integrate modern research and evidence-based practice into my care approach. This involves crafting individualized treatment plans, specifically tailored to each patient's needs, aiming at sustaining wellness.
Support those with Bipolar in achieving balance and stability.
My approach to care is anchored in a deep commitment to inclusivity and understanding. I specialize in providing unbiased nonjudgmental care while recognizing the unique background and experience of each patient. Fostering an environment of understanding and empathy, where patients feel heard and supported. Developing supportive strategies that empower patients to achieve Wellness, respecting their challenges. I consistently integrate modern research and evidence-based practice into my care approach. This involves crafting individualized treatment plans, specifically tailored to each patient's needs, aiming at sustaining wellness.
Queendroline Nkeh
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02109 (Online Only)
I am committed to treating a wide range of conditions from Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Binge Eating, Bipolar Disorder & Substance Abuse.
Feeling overwhelmed, or stressed? are you easily forgetful, distracted, and making careless mistakes at your job? Do you feel all over the place and jumping? You do not have to go through it alone. I can help you through this journey with ease. I am Queendroline Nkeh, A board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), I approach my clients with a focus on understanding the peculiarity of their psychiatric & mental health needs. My goal is to cut through various barriers that may place limitations in getting mental health care and providing the treatment necessary to begin a client’s journey to recovery.
I am committed to treating a wide range of conditions from Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Binge Eating, Bipolar Disorder & Substance Abuse.
Feeling overwhelmed, or stressed? are you easily forgetful, distracted, and making careless mistakes at your job? Do you feel all over the place and jumping? You do not have to go through it alone. I can help you through this journey with ease. I am Queendroline Nkeh, A board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), I approach my clients with a focus on understanding the peculiarity of their psychiatric & mental health needs. My goal is to cut through various barriers that may place limitations in getting mental health care and providing the treatment necessary to begin a client’s journey to recovery.
Tonya Watkins
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02101 (Online Only)
As of 3/25/24 I have daytime availability! I have been a nurse practitioner for over 10 years, helping my clients to become their healthiest and best selves. I practice primarily as a women's health psychiatric nurse practitioner, focusing on treating issues including depression, anxiety, post traumatic stress disorders, postpartum depression, bipolar disorder, women's issues, chronic pain, and eating issues. I particularly enjoy working with college students, so if you're in that group, please reach out!
As of 3/25/24 I have daytime availability! I have been a nurse practitioner for over 10 years, helping my clients to become their healthiest and best selves. I practice primarily as a women's health psychiatric nurse practitioner, focusing on treating issues including depression, anxiety, post traumatic stress disorders, postpartum depression, bipolar disorder, women's issues, chronic pain, and eating issues. I particularly enjoy working with college students, so if you're in that group, please reach out!
Mayumi Okuda Benavides
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02110
As an internationally recognized expert in the treatment of anxiety (social anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, generalized anxiety, panic disorder) and mood disorders (depression, bipolar disorder), and trauma (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder), I bring years of experience working with patients from around the world.
I want to congratulate you on taking the first steps towards self-improvement. You’ve tried everything: therapy, mindfulness, lifestyle changes, but are still struggling. I understand that making that first appointment can often be one of the biggest hurdles. As your psychiatrist, I will work closely with you every step of the way to determine the best treatment that is tailored specifically to your personal needs.
As an internationally recognized expert in the treatment of anxiety (social anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, generalized anxiety, panic disorder) and mood disorders (depression, bipolar disorder), and trauma (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder), I bring years of experience working with patients from around the world.
I want to congratulate you on taking the first steps towards self-improvement. You’ve tried everything: therapy, mindfulness, lifestyle changes, but are still struggling. I understand that making that first appointment can often be one of the biggest hurdles. As your psychiatrist, I will work closely with you every step of the way to determine the best treatment that is tailored specifically to your personal needs.
Jarrod A. Marks, MD
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02101 (Online Only)
I am a board-certified psychiatrist. As a physician, I diagnose and treat a wide range of mental disorders such as depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder. I also work with people who are suffering in life from issues such as relationship or career concerns, grief and loss, life transitions, or identity issues. I will help you to know yourself better so you can experience life more fully.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist. As a physician, I diagnose and treat a wide range of mental disorders such as depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder. I also work with people who are suffering in life from issues such as relationship or career concerns, grief and loss, life transitions, or identity issues. I will help you to know yourself better so you can experience life more fully.
Global Behavioral Healthcare LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, MSN, MPH
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02110
Annet provides diagnostic assessments, medication management, and therapy for various psychiatric conditions such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders.
Global Behavioral Healthcare offers comprehensive mental health services in both outpatient and tele-psychiatry formats, catering to individuals residing in the Waltham and Boston regions. The convenience of tele-psychiatry allows you to receive support from the comfort of your home using a computer or phone. We gladly welcome new patients and accommodate those with busy schedules by providing evening and weekend hours. At Global Behavioral Healthcare, you will receive expert care from Annet Kabuusu, a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with extensive experience across various settings, including hospitals.
Annet provides diagnostic assessments, medication management, and therapy for various psychiatric conditions such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders.
Global Behavioral Healthcare offers comprehensive mental health services in both outpatient and tele-psychiatry formats, catering to individuals residing in the Waltham and Boston regions. The convenience of tele-psychiatry allows you to receive support from the comfort of your home using a computer or phone. We gladly welcome new patients and accommodate those with busy schedules by providing evening and weekend hours. At Global Behavioral Healthcare, you will receive expert care from Annet Kabuusu, a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with extensive experience across various settings, including hospitals.
Eleftheria Tsavoussis
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PCNS
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02108
Tsavoussis offers psychopharmacologic treatment for adult clients with a focus on resistant depression, anxiety and panic disorders, ADHD testing and management, DNA testing for genetically-customized therapies, PTSD and trauma-related disorders, bipolar and other mood disorders as well as treatments for a wide range of substance use disorders.
Eleftheria Tsavoussis is a seasoned Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist, Adult Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years of experience across multiple healthcare settings. She is the founder and CEO of Waltham Behavioral Health, LLC, a thriving private practice employing experienced, compassionate mental-health providers with diverse areas of expertise. Ms. Tsavoussis is a member of the Massachusetts Coalition of Nurse Practitioners and serves on the Massachusetts Action Coalition working to remove restrictions that limit patients' access to high-quality, cost-effective healthcare across a variety of specialties.
Tsavoussis offers psychopharmacologic treatment for adult clients with a focus on resistant depression, anxiety and panic disorders, ADHD testing and management, DNA testing for genetically-customized therapies, PTSD and trauma-related disorders, bipolar and other mood disorders as well as treatments for a wide range of substance use disorders.
Eleftheria Tsavoussis is a seasoned Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist, Adult Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years of experience across multiple healthcare settings. She is the founder and CEO of Waltham Behavioral Health, LLC, a thriving private practice employing experienced, compassionate mental-health providers with diverse areas of expertise. Ms. Tsavoussis is a member of the Massachusetts Coalition of Nurse Practitioners and serves on the Massachusetts Action Coalition working to remove restrictions that limit patients' access to high-quality, cost-effective healthcare across a variety of specialties.
Revive Therapeutic Services
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, CRNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02101
Do you feel like you're not living the life you want to? Do you feel like there's something wrong with you, but you don't know what it is? At Revive Therapeutic Services, we specialize in helping people becoming there best. Our team of providers are ready to help with any condition or issue that might be holding you back from the life of your dreams—whether it's depression, anxiety, bipolar spectrum disorders, ADHD, PTSD, life transitions…the list goes on. Your life doesn't have to be defined by your mental health struggles anymore. Let us help!
Do you feel like you're not living the life you want to? Do you feel like there's something wrong with you, but you don't know what it is? At Revive Therapeutic Services, we specialize in helping people becoming there best. Our team of providers are ready to help with any condition or issue that might be holding you back from the life of your dreams—whether it's depression, anxiety, bipolar spectrum disorders, ADHD, PTSD, life transitions…the list goes on. Your life doesn't have to be defined by your mental health struggles anymore. Let us help!
Goldline Health and Wellness
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02102 (Online Only)
We also specialize in treating depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, insomnia, schizophrenia and OCD.
Group practice that specializes in medication management. We are accepting new clients in RI, MA & CT. Our practice is a medication management practice that provides med management services to children, adolescents and adults with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, thought disorders and other psychiatric conditions. We are a group of 3 nurse practitioners who specialize in psychiatric treatment, we are caring, compassionate and great listeners.
We also specialize in treating depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, insomnia, schizophrenia and OCD.
Group practice that specializes in medication management. We are accepting new clients in RI, MA & CT. Our practice is a medication management practice that provides med management services to children, adolescents and adults with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, thought disorders and other psychiatric conditions. We are a group of 3 nurse practitioners who specialize in psychiatric treatment, we are caring, compassionate and great listeners.
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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.