Psychiatrists in Broward County, FL
Remart Psychiatry Clinic
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, MPA, PMHNP, FNP, APRN
Verified Verified
Hollywood, FL 33024
Remart Psychiatry is committed to providing effective care that is accessible to all people. Our main goal is to improve access to and qualities of mental health medicine in order to promote highest quality care for our patients, our community, and reduce healthcare disparities in order to have a healthy community. Do not suffer alone or in silence as in Remart psychiatry we will be able to see you via telehealth/virtual or in person. For all of mental health needs such as Depression, Bipolar disorder, Schizophrenia, Anxiety, Addiction, Substance abuse, Insomnia, PTSD, and Psychosis you can be seen at your own home or in person.
Remart Psychiatry is committed to providing effective care that is accessible to all people. Our main goal is to improve access to and qualities of mental health medicine in order to promote highest quality care for our patients, our community, and reduce healthcare disparities in order to have a healthy community. Do not suffer alone or in silence as in Remart psychiatry we will be able to see you via telehealth/virtual or in person. For all of mental health needs such as Depression, Bipolar disorder, Schizophrenia, Anxiety, Addiction, Substance abuse, Insomnia, PTSD, and Psychosis you can be seen at your own home or in person.
Mind-Body Optimal Care, LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-B, FNP-C
Verified Verified
Miramar, FL 33025 (Online Only)
My name is Pierrot Badio owner of Mind-Body-Optimal Care., LLC . I specialize in treating mental health disorders such as, ADHD, PTSD, anxiety, depression, Bipolar Schizophrenia, and dr during pregnancy, postpartum and infertility. I enjoy working with my patients and their therapists in a collaborative model where we come together to identify goals, discuss the treatment options and make informed decisions as a team. At MBOC we create an environment where you feel comfortable, safe and understood. We also strive to provide you with evidence-based information so you can make informed decisions about what could be best for you.
My name is Pierrot Badio owner of Mind-Body-Optimal Care., LLC . I specialize in treating mental health disorders such as, ADHD, PTSD, anxiety, depression, Bipolar Schizophrenia, and dr during pregnancy, postpartum and infertility. I enjoy working with my patients and their therapists in a collaborative model where we come together to identify goals, discuss the treatment options and make informed decisions as a team. At MBOC we create an environment where you feel comfortable, safe and understood. We also strive to provide you with evidence-based information so you can make informed decisions about what could be best for you.
David Rosenthal
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sunrise, FL 33323
Therefore, at MHP, we can help individuals with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and other mental health needs while providing care that is culturally & linguistically competent.
Monumental Health Partners is welcoming new clients for psychiatric care! Same-day appointments online are often available for individuals aged 18 & up for psychiatric evaluations and medication management. If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, unable to concentrate or sleep, or stressed about relationship friction with friends, family, or loved ones, We are here to help you! We promise to listen to you without judgment and work with you to devise a personalized plan for your mental health care. We will work with you to arm you with the coping skills to help you achieve mental balance. Our providers also speak Spanish.
Therefore, at MHP, we can help individuals with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and other mental health needs while providing care that is culturally & linguistically competent.
Monumental Health Partners is welcoming new clients for psychiatric care! Same-day appointments online are often available for individuals aged 18 & up for psychiatric evaluations and medication management. If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, unable to concentrate or sleep, or stressed about relationship friction with friends, family, or loved ones, We are here to help you! We promise to listen to you without judgment and work with you to devise a personalized plan for your mental health care. We will work with you to arm you with the coping skills to help you achieve mental balance. Our providers also speak Spanish.
John Murdock
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, APRN
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sunrise, FL 33323 (Online Only)
I specialize in the treatment of substance abuse, depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, bipolar disorders, eating disorders, trauma, personality disorders, and more.
I provide psychiatric medication prescriptions, refills, diagnoses, and therapy. As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, my goal is to provide a holistic approach to mental healthcare that is specially tailored to every patient. For appointments CALL 954-851-9690.
I specialize in the treatment of substance abuse, depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, bipolar disorders, eating disorders, trauma, personality disorders, and more.
I provide psychiatric medication prescriptions, refills, diagnoses, and therapy. As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, my goal is to provide a holistic approach to mental healthcare that is specially tailored to every patient. For appointments CALL 954-851-9690.
Dr. Michael Rosen
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
I have extensive experience in treating those with complex disorders, especially individuals with bipolar disorder, OCD, and psychotic disorders, as well as eating disorders, gender and sexual issues, autism spectrum disorder, and other developmental disorders, and perhaps my favorite condition to treat, ADHD.
The ideal client is quite simply someone who truly wants help. Someone who is willing to work where the goal is to live the best life, reach the goals one seeks, and to enjoy the journey. The details of how that is done of course depends on the individual's station at the time one seeks help.
I have extensive experience in treating those with complex disorders, especially individuals with bipolar disorder, OCD, and psychotic disorders, as well as eating disorders, gender and sexual issues, autism spectrum disorder, and other developmental disorders, and perhaps my favorite condition to treat, ADHD.
The ideal client is quite simply someone who truly wants help. Someone who is willing to work where the goal is to live the best life, reach the goals one seeks, and to enjoy the journey. The details of how that is done of course depends on the individual's station at the time one seeks help.
David Gavin
Psychiatrist, MD, MS
Verified Verified
Plantation, FL 33324
Gavin focuses on using evidence based psychopharmacology and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) treatment to address mental disorders, including depression, bipolar, generalized anxiety, panic, OCD, PTSD, and ADHD.
David Gavin, MD, MS attended the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) for medical school, residency, and graduate school. He has published over 30 peer-reviewed reports on addiction disorders and schizophrenia and received VA and NIH funding. He has over 10 years of experience treating patients and training residents to treat patients with various psychiatric disorders. In addition, he has received numerous awards, including UIC Departmental Faculty of the Year, NARSAD Young Investigator Grant, and APIRE/AstraZeneca Young Minds in Psychiatry Award.
Gavin focuses on using evidence based psychopharmacology and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) treatment to address mental disorders, including depression, bipolar, generalized anxiety, panic, OCD, PTSD, and ADHD.
David Gavin, MD, MS attended the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) for medical school, residency, and graduate school. He has published over 30 peer-reviewed reports on addiction disorders and schizophrenia and received VA and NIH funding. He has over 10 years of experience treating patients and training residents to treat patients with various psychiatric disorders. In addition, he has received numerous awards, including UIC Departmental Faculty of the Year, NARSAD Young Investigator Grant, and APIRE/AstraZeneca Young Minds in Psychiatry Award.
Mehdi Bubba Thomas
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33303 (Online Only)
Exclusively focused on mental health issues, Bonmente treats a myriad of psychiatric conditions, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, sleep disorders, postpartum depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, OCD, and gender dysphoria.
We know asking for help is a challenging thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here, and we're doing things differently. As a patient at Bonmente, you enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be. Now, welcoming new patients!
Exclusively focused on mental health issues, Bonmente treats a myriad of psychiatric conditions, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, sleep disorders, postpartum depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, OCD, and gender dysphoria.
We know asking for help is a challenging thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here, and we're doing things differently. As a patient at Bonmente, you enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be. Now, welcoming new patients!
Dr. Michael Rosen
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Pompano Beach, FL 33067
I have extensive experience in treating those with complex disorders, especially individuals with bipolar disorder, OCD, and psychotic disorders, as well as eating disorders, gender and sexual issues, autism spectrum disorder, and other developmental disorders, and perhaps my favorite condition to treat, ADHD.
The ideal client is quite simply someone who truly wants help. Someone who is willing to work where the goal is to live the best life, reach the goals one seeks, and to enjoy the journey. The details of how that is done of course depends on the individual's station at the time one seeks help.
I have extensive experience in treating those with complex disorders, especially individuals with bipolar disorder, OCD, and psychotic disorders, as well as eating disorders, gender and sexual issues, autism spectrum disorder, and other developmental disorders, and perhaps my favorite condition to treat, ADHD.
The ideal client is quite simply someone who truly wants help. Someone who is willing to work where the goal is to live the best life, reach the goals one seeks, and to enjoy the journey. The details of how that is done of course depends on the individual's station at the time one seeks help.
Dwad Wdw
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Sunrise, FL 33351
I treat patients suffering from depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, Eating disorders, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia and various alcohol/other substance use disorders.
My true passion was always psychiatry and medical school was always just a means to an end for me. After returning to the United States, I spent some time with my family in Tampa, FL and put myself through the tedious licensure process here. Four exams and around a dozen clinical internship experiences later, I found myself finally beginning my post-graduate training in General Adult Psychiatry in Miami, FL. Prior to this though, I spent a year and a half working as a Substance Abuse Counselor in New York City at a Suboxone clinic where I witnessed the devastation of the opioid ep
I treat patients suffering from depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, Eating disorders, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia and various alcohol/other substance use disorders.
My true passion was always psychiatry and medical school was always just a means to an end for me. After returning to the United States, I spent some time with my family in Tampa, FL and put myself through the tedious licensure process here. Four exams and around a dozen clinical internship experiences later, I found myself finally beginning my post-graduate training in General Adult Psychiatry in Miami, FL. Prior to this though, I spent a year and a half working as a Substance Abuse Counselor in New York City at a Suboxone clinic where I witnessed the devastation of the opioid ep
Melanio Bruceta
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Pembroke Pines, FL 33024
Dr. Melanio Bruceta is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner in the state of Florida. Dr. Melanio has been in the medical field for over 25 years and has been practicing psychiatry for the past eight years. He is certified to treat clients across the lifespan. Dr. Melanio embrace in helping clients with a variety of psychiatric illnesses including major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactive disorder, eating disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia and much more.
Dr. Melanio Bruceta is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner in the state of Florida. Dr. Melanio has been in the medical field for over 25 years and has been practicing psychiatry for the past eight years. He is certified to treat clients across the lifespan. Dr. Melanio embrace in helping clients with a variety of psychiatric illnesses including major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactive disorder, eating disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia and much more.
Sergio Badel
Psychiatrist, MD, DFAPA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Coral Springs, FL 33067
I also have experience in the treatment of medical conditions that cause psychiatric symptoms, Bipolar Disorder, Addictions (including detoxification), ADHD and Schizophrenia.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist and psychoanalyst. I specialize in medical treatment and psychotherapy for depression, anxiety, anger issues, self-esteem issues, challenges with emotional intimacy, problems coping with stress, and obsessions. These symptoms often present themselves when individuals describe feeling "stuck" in their lives. They may have difficulties avoiding repetitive and unhealthy patterns that cause emotional turmoil and distress. I have found it is most therapeutic and cost-effective to provide psychotherapy combined with medication management (when appropriate).
I also have experience in the treatment of medical conditions that cause psychiatric symptoms, Bipolar Disorder, Addictions (including detoxification), ADHD and Schizophrenia.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist and psychoanalyst. I specialize in medical treatment and psychotherapy for depression, anxiety, anger issues, self-esteem issues, challenges with emotional intimacy, problems coping with stress, and obsessions. These symptoms often present themselves when individuals describe feeling "stuck" in their lives. They may have difficulties avoiding repetitive and unhealthy patterns that cause emotional turmoil and distress. I have found it is most therapeutic and cost-effective to provide psychotherapy combined with medication management (when appropriate).
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Dr. Robert (Bob) Abel
Psychiatric Nurse, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Pompano Beach, FL 33069
I am a Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry who specializes in children, adolescents , adults and older adult medication management for anxiety, depression , ADHD and cyclic mood disorders (bipolar disorders). I believe medication can be helpful when prescribed in small dosages and when the patient is fully informed about what the medicine is expected to do for them. Nurse Practitioners are are not interested in labeling you with a diagnosis. We are generally far more focused in treating your distressing symptoms.
I am a Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry who specializes in children, adolescents , adults and older adult medication management for anxiety, depression , ADHD and cyclic mood disorders (bipolar disorders). I believe medication can be helpful when prescribed in small dosages and when the patient is fully informed about what the medicine is expected to do for them. Nurse Practitioners are are not interested in labeling you with a diagnosis. We are generally far more focused in treating your distressing symptoms.
Mehdi Bubba Thomas
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Pompano Beach, FL 33063 (Online Only)
Exclusively focused on mental health issues, Bonmente treats a myriad of psychiatric conditions, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, sleep disorders, postpartum depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, OCD, and gender dysphoria.
We know asking for help is a challenging thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here, and we're doing things differently. As a patient at Bonmente, you enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be. Now, welcoming new patients!
Exclusively focused on mental health issues, Bonmente treats a myriad of psychiatric conditions, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, sleep disorders, postpartum depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, OCD, and gender dysphoria.
We know asking for help is a challenging thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here, and we're doing things differently. As a patient at Bonmente, you enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be. Now, welcoming new patients!
Mottsin Thomas
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Pompano Beach, FL 33064 (Online Only)
Exclusively focused on mental health issues, Bonmente treats a myriad of psychiatric conditions, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, sleep disorders, postpartum depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, OCD, and gender dysphoria.
We know asking for help is a challenging thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here, and we're doing things differently. As a patient at Bonmente, you enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be. Now, welcoming new patients!
Exclusively focused on mental health issues, Bonmente treats a myriad of psychiatric conditions, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, sleep disorders, postpartum depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, OCD, and gender dysphoria.
We know asking for help is a challenging thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here, and we're doing things differently. As a patient at Bonmente, you enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be. Now, welcoming new patients!
Jason W Floyd
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP, -BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311
Compassionate and Empathetic Adult and Child Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Board certified, who provides evidence-based Psychiatric solutions for patients seeking to balance and normalize their mental health. Patients may be seeking help with Depression, Anxiety, Adjusting to Situational Stressors, ADHD, Bipolar D/O, recent trauma or mental health issues related to substance abuse, and others. (Not Addiction Medicine trained) Patients with the above conditions will be provided the time, care, compassion, and treatment necessary to return to a more balanced and normal state of mental health.
Compassionate and Empathetic Adult and Child Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Board certified, who provides evidence-based Psychiatric solutions for patients seeking to balance and normalize their mental health. Patients may be seeking help with Depression, Anxiety, Adjusting to Situational Stressors, ADHD, Bipolar D/O, recent trauma or mental health issues related to substance abuse, and others. (Not Addiction Medicine trained) Patients with the above conditions will be provided the time, care, compassion, and treatment necessary to return to a more balanced and normal state of mental health.
Andrew Guro
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hollywood, FL 33029 (Online Only)
Andrew is Board Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and will serve as your provider here at Soothe Psychiatry. He has expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of psychiatric conditions including anxiety disorders, depression, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, adjustment disorder, bipolar disorder, and more.
Andrew is Board Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and will serve as your provider here at Soothe Psychiatry. He has expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of psychiatric conditions including anxiety disorders, depression, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, adjustment disorder, bipolar disorder, and more.
Chris Lee
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, - BC
Verified Verified
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33303 (Online Only)
His areas of expertise include ADHD, bipolar, OCD, anxiety, trauma, and panic attacks.
Chris Lee PMHNP-BC is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner and specializes in diagnostic evaluation and medication management for patients of all ages. Chris completed his graduate training in psychiatry at New York University and holds undergraduate degrees from the University of Southern California and Miami Dade College. Chris Lee has trained at some of the nation's top mental health facilities including Bellevue Hospital's Psychiatric Emergency Department and St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital in New York City. He is a California native but has called Miami home for 17 years.
His areas of expertise include ADHD, bipolar, OCD, anxiety, trauma, and panic attacks.
Chris Lee PMHNP-BC is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner and specializes in diagnostic evaluation and medication management for patients of all ages. Chris completed his graduate training in psychiatry at New York University and holds undergraduate degrees from the University of Southern California and Miami Dade College. Chris Lee has trained at some of the nation's top mental health facilities including Bellevue Hospital's Psychiatric Emergency Department and St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital in New York City. He is a California native but has called Miami home for 17 years.
ARC Mental Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Psych, APRN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pembroke Pines, FL 33029
I offer psychiatric evaluations and medication management for anyone over 16 years of age suffering with symptoms that cause impairment in any aspect of life (e.g., professional, personal, social, self-care). I help my patients manage discomfort due to depression, anxiety, symptoms of bipolar disorder, sleep disorders, attention deficit, trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder, among others. Therapy begins with an extensive evaluation taking into account the patient's medical/psychiatric history, medical conditions, family history, previous treatment. Together we will establish individualized goals and monitor improvement in symptoms.
I offer psychiatric evaluations and medication management for anyone over 16 years of age suffering with symptoms that cause impairment in any aspect of life (e.g., professional, personal, social, self-care). I help my patients manage discomfort due to depression, anxiety, symptoms of bipolar disorder, sleep disorders, attention deficit, trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder, among others. Therapy begins with an extensive evaluation taking into account the patient's medical/psychiatric history, medical conditions, family history, previous treatment. Together we will establish individualized goals and monitor improvement in symptoms.
Adjuva Psychiatry--Dr. Ashton Thompson
Psychiatrist, DO
Verified Verified
Oakland Park, FL 33334
The goal of what we do at Adjuva Psychiatry is to improve the quality of life and increase emotional resilience. Each appointment is individualized because life is individualized. Lets get to the root of the problem
The goal of what we do at Adjuva Psychiatry is to improve the quality of life and increase emotional resilience. Each appointment is individualized because life is individualized. Lets get to the root of the problem
Andrew Rucker
Psychiatrist, DO
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Miramar, FL 33025 (Online Only)
Dr. Andrew Rucker, a Psychiatrist, is dedicated to providing the best possible care. He has been practicing medicine since 2017. He focuses on the mental health needs of children, adolescents, and college-age. Along with these goals, he strives to provide care in a comfortable and relaxing environment.
Dr. Andrew Rucker, a Psychiatrist, is dedicated to providing the best possible care. He has been practicing medicine since 2017. He focuses on the mental health needs of children, adolescents, and college-age. Along with these goals, he strives to provide care in a comfortable and relaxing environment.
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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.