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ADHD Treatment Center and Wellness Clinic
DNP, PMHNP, FNP-C, MSN
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85085
Caroline Olotu is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and a Family Nurse Practitioner. She sees both Adults and Children. She specializes in psychiatric mental health care, specializing in the evaluation & treatment of ADHD and related disorders such as anxiety, depression, test anxiety, insomnia, depression, PTSD and Bipolar disorder. We provide medication management if you’re already taking Adderall, Vyvanse, Ritalin, or other ADHD medications, after an initial evaluation, we can provide refills for your medication. Tele-medicine sessions available
Caroline Olotu is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and a Family Nurse Practitioner. She sees both Adults and Children. She specializes in psychiatric mental health care, specializing in the evaluation & treatment of ADHD and related disorders such as anxiety, depression, test anxiety, insomnia, depression, PTSD and Bipolar disorder. We provide medication management if you’re already taking Adderall, Vyvanse, Ritalin, or other ADHD medications, after an initial evaluation, we can provide refills for your medication. Tele-medicine sessions available
(602) 693-1243 View (602) 693-1243
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Emily Hines
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85027
I truly care about what you are experiencing. Having the right support is the key to being able to overcome areas that are keeping you stuck. You have managed to cope and survive this long, but perhaps it feels like you don't have all of the tools or insights to find true relief from symptoms or difficulties you are experiencing. You are constantly weighed down by anxiety, holding yourself to high standards with little time for restoration, or haunted by the lingering effects of trauma. You are ready for change - perhaps you have tried therapy before and wonder how to really get the most of it.
I truly care about what you are experiencing. Having the right support is the key to being able to overcome areas that are keeping you stuck. You have managed to cope and survive this long, but perhaps it feels like you don't have all of the tools or insights to find true relief from symptoms or difficulties you are experiencing. You are constantly weighed down by anxiety, holding yourself to high standards with little time for restoration, or haunted by the lingering effects of trauma. You are ready for change - perhaps you have tried therapy before and wonder how to really get the most of it.
(623) 304-4015 View (623) 304-4015
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Dr. Nathan Hale
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85003  (Online Only)
Are you bothered by constant worry, fear, nervousness or anxiety? Feeling down, depressed, hopeless or like life is always going wrong? Having difficulty focusing or concentrating and feeling like you are always on the move? Is procrastinating or always putting things off until the last minute something you struggle with? These are all a part of being human, and there is nothing wrong with you. Let me help you better how to understand these thoughts, and feelings and drop the struggle against them. I can help you better understand how you can change behaviors and live a better life, even with these thoughts and feelings.
Are you bothered by constant worry, fear, nervousness or anxiety? Feeling down, depressed, hopeless or like life is always going wrong? Having difficulty focusing or concentrating and feeling like you are always on the move? Is procrastinating or always putting things off until the last minute something you struggle with? These are all a part of being human, and there is nothing wrong with you. Let me help you better how to understand these thoughts, and feelings and drop the struggle against them. I can help you better understand how you can change behaviors and live a better life, even with these thoughts and feelings.
(602) 975-3525 View (602) 975-3525
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Selah Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85028
I have found my calling to become a social worker out of desire and passion to help people live a fulfilling and balance life. My life experience includes years of committed motherhood, care givers for 34 years to a brother who has intellectual disabilities. I have a deep belief in the restorative powers of self-knowledge, self-acceptance and unconditional love. With open for support, and extensive-self exploration of the healing process I have walked away my own PTSD having survive six years Refugee Camp.
I have found my calling to become a social worker out of desire and passion to help people live a fulfilling and balance life. My life experience includes years of committed motherhood, care givers for 34 years to a brother who has intellectual disabilities. I have a deep belief in the restorative powers of self-knowledge, self-acceptance and unconditional love. With open for support, and extensive-self exploration of the healing process I have walked away my own PTSD having survive six years Refugee Camp.
(602) 962-2580 View (602) 962-2580
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Franza Psychological Services, PLLC
Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85016
Franza Psychological Services, PLLC, offers an array of psychological and neuropsychological evaluations for individuals who are looking to address life difficulties. We evaluate individuals who struggle with neurodevelopmental disorders (autistic spectrum disorder and intellectual disability), neurocognitive disorders, long-term behavioral, mental health difficulties, and substance use disorders. The clinicians at Franza Psychological Services PLLC, specialize in a variety of mental health disorders, requiring clinical, forensic, and neuropsychological specialties.
Franza Psychological Services, PLLC, offers an array of psychological and neuropsychological evaluations for individuals who are looking to address life difficulties. We evaluate individuals who struggle with neurodevelopmental disorders (autistic spectrum disorder and intellectual disability), neurocognitive disorders, long-term behavioral, mental health difficulties, and substance use disorders. The clinicians at Franza Psychological Services PLLC, specialize in a variety of mental health disorders, requiring clinical, forensic, and neuropsychological specialties.
(623) 253-7997 View (623) 253-7997
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Kim Van Wuffen
LPC, CCTF, CCTSS
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85028
I am a Board Certified Supervisor, EMDR trained licensed professional counselor who specializes in trauma related issues. Along with being a therapist I am also a brain health coach with Dr. Amen clinics. My assessments are included in the therapeutic process. I work primarily with women's issues surrounding abuse and trauma by infidelity and partner sex addiction. I also collaborate couple's intensive sessions when needed. Healing is possible and I provide a non-judgmental, supportive therapeutic environment.
I am a Board Certified Supervisor, EMDR trained licensed professional counselor who specializes in trauma related issues. Along with being a therapist I am also a brain health coach with Dr. Amen clinics. My assessments are included in the therapeutic process. I work primarily with women's issues surrounding abuse and trauma by infidelity and partner sex addiction. I also collaborate couple's intensive sessions when needed. Healing is possible and I provide a non-judgmental, supportive therapeutic environment.
(623) 292-3302 View (623) 292-3302
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Adrianne Gallucci
Psychologist, PsyD, MSW
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85020
For adults, I provide: comprehensive neurocognitive assessments, capacity evaluations (finances, medical decisions, consent to treatment, living independently), pre-surgery evaluations (neuromodulation, bariatric, amputation), Fitness for Duty evaluations, ADHD, Autism, and psychological evaluations. For children over 6, I provide ADHD, Autism, intellectual functioning, and psychological assessments. I also provide psychotherapy for adults and couples.
For adults, I provide: comprehensive neurocognitive assessments, capacity evaluations (finances, medical decisions, consent to treatment, living independently), pre-surgery evaluations (neuromodulation, bariatric, amputation), Fitness for Duty evaluations, ADHD, Autism, and psychological evaluations. For children over 6, I provide ADHD, Autism, intellectual functioning, and psychological assessments. I also provide psychotherapy for adults and couples.
(602) 641-3203 View (602) 641-3203
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Sierra Carroll
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85029  (Online Only)
*CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW VIRTUAL CLIENTS* Hello! My name is Sierra Carroll and I am a licensed therapist in Arizona. I completed my BS in Psychology from Sam Houston State University in 2013 before moving to Arizona and completing a Masters in Professional Counseling in 2018. I have worked with clients of all ages and walks of life through both my career in the medical field and experience in counseling. It is my passion to help guide clients through their own personal journey of healing as no two are the same.
*CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW VIRTUAL CLIENTS* Hello! My name is Sierra Carroll and I am a licensed therapist in Arizona. I completed my BS in Psychology from Sam Houston State University in 2013 before moving to Arizona and completing a Masters in Professional Counseling in 2018. I have worked with clients of all ages and walks of life through both my career in the medical field and experience in counseling. It is my passion to help guide clients through their own personal journey of healing as no two are the same.
(623) 267-9658 View (623) 267-9658
Photo of Shawn Foltz Emmons, Psychologist in Phoenix, AZ
Shawn Foltz Emmons
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85014
I enjoy doing all types of therapy for all different issues to include depression, anxiety, addiction/substance use and abuse, health and wellness, grief, trauma, parental alienation, developmental challenges, autism spectrum disorders, personality disorders, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, codependency, work stress and relationship conflict. I work with people to identify treatment goals and create a treatment regimen that fits their needs which includes psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, behavior modification, interpersonal therapy, sport psychology and coaching.
I enjoy doing all types of therapy for all different issues to include depression, anxiety, addiction/substance use and abuse, health and wellness, grief, trauma, parental alienation, developmental challenges, autism spectrum disorders, personality disorders, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, codependency, work stress and relationship conflict. I work with people to identify treatment goals and create a treatment regimen that fits their needs which includes psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, behavior modification, interpersonal therapy, sport psychology and coaching.
(480) 207-3432 View (480) 207-3432
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Tracey James
Counselor, MAC, LPC-S, CSAT, CSOPT, RACS
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85006  (Online Only)
Tracey is a masters-level licensed professional counselor in Arizona. She is a graduate from Ottawa University specializing in Trauma, Abuse, and Deprivation. She works at the world-renowned addiction treatment center Gentle Path at The Meadows as the Lead Therapist. She specializes in treatment services for trauma, sexual behaviors, relationships, addictions, mental health, and LGBTQIA2+. Tracey has completed training to be a CSAT, RACS, CSOPT. Modalities incorporated into her services are The Meadows Model, Post Inductive Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
Tracey is a masters-level licensed professional counselor in Arizona. She is a graduate from Ottawa University specializing in Trauma, Abuse, and Deprivation. She works at the world-renowned addiction treatment center Gentle Path at The Meadows as the Lead Therapist. She specializes in treatment services for trauma, sexual behaviors, relationships, addictions, mental health, and LGBTQIA2+. Tracey has completed training to be a CSAT, RACS, CSOPT. Modalities incorporated into her services are The Meadows Model, Post Inductive Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
(623) 288-5229 View (623) 288-5229
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Michelle McDaniel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, RYT 500
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85040
Choosing a therapist can be a challenging process. Your therapist should provide you with confidence that she can help you navigate whatever troubled waters you may encounter with compassion and competence. Whatever your current challenges, I am confident that together, we can find and work toward a solution. No matter your choice of therapist, I wish you the best of luck in this process and in resolving the challenges that you are facing.
Choosing a therapist can be a challenging process. Your therapist should provide you with confidence that she can help you navigate whatever troubled waters you may encounter with compassion and competence. Whatever your current challenges, I am confident that together, we can find and work toward a solution. No matter your choice of therapist, I wish you the best of luck in this process and in resolving the challenges that you are facing.
(702) 978-7988 View (702) 978-7988
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Abundant Hope Integrated Solutions, LLC
Counselor, LPC, LMSW, LAC, Interns
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85001
My ideal client seeks growth and healing, recognizing the value of introspection and self-improvement. They may be grappling with challenges such as anxiety, depression, or trauma, seeking to untangle complex emotions and develop coping strategies. Their need encompass a safe, empathetic space for introspection and coping strategies. Their goals include gaining insight, building resilience, and fostering healthier relationships. They aspire to understand themselves better, enhance emotional well-being, and navigate life with clarity and confidence. Their desire for self-discovery stems from a commitment to living a fulfilling life.
My ideal client seeks growth and healing, recognizing the value of introspection and self-improvement. They may be grappling with challenges such as anxiety, depression, or trauma, seeking to untangle complex emotions and develop coping strategies. Their need encompass a safe, empathetic space for introspection and coping strategies. Their goals include gaining insight, building resilience, and fostering healthier relationships. They aspire to understand themselves better, enhance emotional well-being, and navigate life with clarity and confidence. Their desire for self-discovery stems from a commitment to living a fulfilling life.
(928) 589-5503 View (928) 589-5503
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Kelly Massey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85002  (Online Only)
Some seasons (or years) of life can leave us feeling stuck, disconnected, and fearful. Life can be devastatingly full of loss with little hope of recovery. I believe the best way to experience change and move towards recovery starts with acknowledging our unique strengths and resources - what are those things that keep us going? It also requires confronting the darker parts of life with a few trusted people. We are meant for connection. I would be honored to be a trusted person who walks towards healing with you. Are you open to exploring your own road of recovery with me?
Some seasons (or years) of life can leave us feeling stuck, disconnected, and fearful. Life can be devastatingly full of loss with little hope of recovery. I believe the best way to experience change and move towards recovery starts with acknowledging our unique strengths and resources - what are those things that keep us going? It also requires confronting the darker parts of life with a few trusted people. We are meant for connection. I would be honored to be a trusted person who walks towards healing with you. Are you open to exploring your own road of recovery with me?
(425) 517-1242 View (425) 517-1242
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Laura Merrill Jochai
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85008
Cycles of Life Counseling has added teletherapy services. Protect and care for your mental health and well-being while you protect and care for your physical health. My treatment philosophy is that people want to feel good and live with purpose. Sometimes though, life can feel too big to manage. Sometimes we feel stuck or unable to adjust when "life happens", We may have not learned a better way to cope or live well with or through challenges. Add to that, frustration and disappointment over feeling this way and we feel even worse. Let's consider another way for you ‘to be’ in the world, to live more fully, with emotional freedom.
Cycles of Life Counseling has added teletherapy services. Protect and care for your mental health and well-being while you protect and care for your physical health. My treatment philosophy is that people want to feel good and live with purpose. Sometimes though, life can feel too big to manage. Sometimes we feel stuck or unable to adjust when "life happens", We may have not learned a better way to cope or live well with or through challenges. Add to that, frustration and disappointment over feeling this way and we feel even worse. Let's consider another way for you ‘to be’ in the world, to live more fully, with emotional freedom.
(480) 470-5712 View (480) 470-5712
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Nina Fox (Bridging Vitality)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85024  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
You can’t go wrong when you are doing what is right, for yourself! Life happens to everyone, and our past shapes us. Investing in and learning oneself, can help identify and uncover unhealthy patterns that have been preventing you from feeling confident and in control. I can help you overcome barriers, end generational trauma, stop unhealthy patterns, and help you regain your confidence, and find balance in your life. Judgment is not welcome here, I provide a safe and honest space to help you heal and grow.
You can’t go wrong when you are doing what is right, for yourself! Life happens to everyone, and our past shapes us. Investing in and learning oneself, can help identify and uncover unhealthy patterns that have been preventing you from feeling confident and in control. I can help you overcome barriers, end generational trauma, stop unhealthy patterns, and help you regain your confidence, and find balance in your life. Judgment is not welcome here, I provide a safe and honest space to help you heal and grow.
(480) 613-8660 View (480) 613-8660

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Dr. Nicole Sundene
NMD
Verified Verified
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
Specializing in mental health for women with hormone imbalance, hypothyroidism, or perimenopause and menopause. Primarily, I help women with mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression, bipolar and ADHD balance their hormones and nutrition to improve their mental health. Over fifteen years specializing in Anxiety Depression, PMS, Perimenopause, and Menopause. Have you suddenly become anxious or depressed? Visit my Holistic Psychiatry link to see how I treat my female mental health patients from a Holistic Hormone and Nutritional approach!
Specializing in mental health for women with hormone imbalance, hypothyroidism, or perimenopause and menopause. Primarily, I help women with mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression, bipolar and ADHD balance their hormones and nutrition to improve their mental health. Over fifteen years specializing in Anxiety Depression, PMS, Perimenopause, and Menopause. Have you suddenly become anxious or depressed? Visit my Holistic Psychiatry link to see how I treat my female mental health patients from a Holistic Hormone and Nutritional approach!
(480) 837-0900 View (480) 837-0900
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Megan K Viall
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Scottsdale, AZ 85257  (Online Only)
I have experience working with individuals managing lives touched with mood and anxiety disorders, including depression and bipolar; grief; domestic violence (offenders and victims); physical, emotional and sexual abuse; custody issues; family reunification; marriage/relationship hurdles; problem sexual behavior; borderline personality disorder/characteristics; PTSD; ADD/ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder and other sensory disorders; death and dying; caretaking of ill and aging family members; and life change events, i.e. anything that is a positive change, but also brings with it fear, doubt and lots of unknowns.
I have experience working with individuals managing lives touched with mood and anxiety disorders, including depression and bipolar; grief; domestic violence (offenders and victims); physical, emotional and sexual abuse; custody issues; family reunification; marriage/relationship hurdles; problem sexual behavior; borderline personality disorder/characteristics; PTSD; ADD/ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder and other sensory disorders; death and dying; caretaking of ill and aging family members; and life change events, i.e. anything that is a positive change, but also brings with it fear, doubt and lots of unknowns.
(480) 680-9286 View (480) 680-9286
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Care Connections
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Tempe, AZ 85282
Currently licensed in Arizona and Nevada with 13+ years of professional work experience in the Social Work Field. I have experience in helping clients with LGBTQIA+ related issues, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. "Without having the Triangle of Self balance of the Mind, Body and Spirit, one has not truly aligned oneself.”-White Cloud Woman (Ma’kpe’ya Ska’ Winyan)
Currently licensed in Arizona and Nevada with 13+ years of professional work experience in the Social Work Field. I have experience in helping clients with LGBTQIA+ related issues, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. "Without having the Triangle of Self balance of the Mind, Body and Spirit, one has not truly aligned oneself.”-White Cloud Woman (Ma’kpe’ya Ska’ Winyan)
(602) 851-8744 View (602) 851-8744
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Tommy Montanarella
Counselor, MC, NCC, LAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
I am seasoned Licensed Counselor with experience in individual and group therapy, working with clients within the Birth-5, Child & Family, Adolescent, Adult, & Senior populations. I understand and value that each client I meet with has their own story, culture, traditions and background, so our work together will be tailored to fit your or your family's needs. I have spent many years working hard to make a difference within our community's mental health, so I thank you for taking the time to explore what I have to offer and I hope to hear from you so that we may make your personalized experience a special and successful one.
I am seasoned Licensed Counselor with experience in individual and group therapy, working with clients within the Birth-5, Child & Family, Adolescent, Adult, & Senior populations. I understand and value that each client I meet with has their own story, culture, traditions and background, so our work together will be tailored to fit your or your family's needs. I have spent many years working hard to make a difference within our community's mental health, so I thank you for taking the time to explore what I have to offer and I hope to hear from you so that we may make your personalized experience a special and successful one.
(480) 378-3045 View (480) 378-3045
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Suzi U Wall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
My name is Suzi Wall and I am a Licensed Clinical Therapist and Social Worker practicing in Arizona since 1985. I trained and work with outstanding practitioners in the areas of Behavioral, Medical, Mental Health, Chronic Illness, Developmental Disabilities, Education, and Geriatric Care. Working with clients from early childhood to end of life. Working in hospitals, school systems, mental-behavioral health agencies, assisted living, and nursing homes. Working as a team with my clients has been a gift as together we identify their concerns, develop treatment plans, and help them move forward with a brighter future.
My name is Suzi Wall and I am a Licensed Clinical Therapist and Social Worker practicing in Arizona since 1985. I trained and work with outstanding practitioners in the areas of Behavioral, Medical, Mental Health, Chronic Illness, Developmental Disabilities, Education, and Geriatric Care. Working with clients from early childhood to end of life. Working in hospitals, school systems, mental-behavioral health agencies, assisted living, and nursing homes. Working as a team with my clients has been a gift as together we identify their concerns, develop treatment plans, and help them move forward with a brighter future.
(602) 833-0823 View (602) 833-0823

Bipolar Disorder Therapists

What is the most successful approach to treating bipolar disorder?

Living with bipolar disorder can be challenging, and a number of therapies have been found effective in providing support to patients as they gain the skills to understand and manage the disorder. Family-focused therapy is often helpful for children and teens (the majority of cases develop before age 19); it aims to minimize mood cycling by improving family communication and reducing conflict. It also helps young people navigate the developmental challenges the disorder can create. Cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) and variants such as Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)help patients manage the thoughts and feelings that influence bipolar mood swings as well as develop specific behavioral strategies to counteract them.

What happens in therapy for bipolar disorder?

Because the patterns of mood switching and its triggers differ for each person and can change over time, mood tracking or monitoring becomes a basic way patients learn about the nature of their condition. One of the most common features of therapy is finding a workable method of mood monitoring, in which patients track their daily activities and rate their moods, then use the findings to adjust routines accordingly. Patients learn ways of handling the many stresses that arise in life so that they do not trigger mood swings.

What kinds of problems does therapy help with?

Like many other mental health disorders, BPD is heavily influenced by stress; therapy provides skills for coping with stressors of all kinds. Therapy is extremely important for helping individuals identify the situations that may trigger mood switching, so that mood swings can be prevented. Therapy may especially target recognition of the early stages of mood change so that they can be managed. In addition, therapy helps patients deal with the significant amount of turbulence the disorder can create in relationships and in work life.

What is the goal of therapy for bipolar disorder?

Therapy helps patients set up their lives to maintain stability so that their mood isn’t constantly threatened by daily events. Perhaps the first task of therapy is to educate people about the nature of the disorder. At the same time, a primary goal of therapy is to enhance adherence to drug treatment. Extended periods of mood stability can prompt patients to discontinue medication, triggering relapse, while the early phases of manic episodes can feel so energizing that patients stop medication, ushering in full-blown mania and the altered self-perception that can lead to destructive behaviors. Another major goal of therapy is to understand one’s mood patterns so as to minimize both the frequency and intensity of mood cycling.