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Eric A. Ward
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mabank, TX 75147
NOW OFFERING IN-PERSON OR ONLINE SESSIONS! Stress & past trauma can sneak up & have us feeling stuck. Chemical & sexual addictions can effect our work, our marriages, our relationships, & our lives. The weight is heavy, but there is hope. For almost twenty years, I've worked with adults, adolescents, couples, & families to help them overcome all manner of addictions & traumas, alleviate anxiety & depression, improve relationships, & reach their personal & relational potential. If needed, we can also connect you with someone to help you with medication management. You are not alone.
NOW OFFERING IN-PERSON OR ONLINE SESSIONS! Stress & past trauma can sneak up & have us feeling stuck. Chemical & sexual addictions can effect our work, our marriages, our relationships, & our lives. The weight is heavy, but there is hope. For almost twenty years, I've worked with adults, adolescents, couples, & families to help them overcome all manner of addictions & traumas, alleviate anxiety & depression, improve relationships, & reach their personal & relational potential. If needed, we can also connect you with someone to help you with medication management. You are not alone.
(430) 204-2086 View (430) 204-2086

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Diane M Gard
Psychologist, PhD, BFK, NFK
Verified Verified
Gun Barrel City, TX 75156
Dr. Gard has a PhD in Health Psychology/Behavioral Medicine with over 30 years of clinical experience. Clients span a wide variety of diagnoses. She sees clients Age 5 to seniors. ETNH office is open Mondays through Thursdays and by appointment to serve the community. She can provide biofeedback, neurofeedback, EMDR, hypnosis, light therapy in addition to eclectic approaches (cognitive and behavioral) to address your specific needs.
Dr. Gard has a PhD in Health Psychology/Behavioral Medicine with over 30 years of clinical experience. Clients span a wide variety of diagnoses. She sees clients Age 5 to seniors. ETNH office is open Mondays through Thursdays and by appointment to serve the community. She can provide biofeedback, neurofeedback, EMDR, hypnosis, light therapy in addition to eclectic approaches (cognitive and behavioral) to address your specific needs.
(903) 767-4190 View (903) 767-4190
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Tanya R Roper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCDC
Verified Verified
Gun Barrel City, TX 75156  (Online Only)
Each of us reach a point in life where we need to pause, breathe, and restart. For some of us that restart will happen on our own for others of us that restart will require someone a few steps ahead of us to reach back and give use a hand. I would be honored to explore the obstacles in your life, identify the changes you want and deserve while providing you the tools to create a life that you are proud to show the world!
Each of us reach a point in life where we need to pause, breathe, and restart. For some of us that restart will happen on our own for others of us that restart will require someone a few steps ahead of us to reach back and give use a hand. I would be honored to explore the obstacles in your life, identify the changes you want and deserve while providing you the tools to create a life that you are proud to show the world!
(903) 385-3115 View (903) 385-3115

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Kay Fontenot
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, LCDC, BSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waxahachie, TX 75165
My professional goal is to provide connection, healing, and insight during each of our encounters, With a passion for attachment and relational models, I have training, expertise and experience in providing counseling and psychotherapy for the following types of concerns/struggles: Women's Concerns, Emerging Adults, Relationship Strain, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Substance Use, Personality Traits and/or Disorders, Divorce, Infidelity, Boundaries, Grief and Loss, Career Concerns, Assertiveness Training, & Life Adjustments. I also offer individual, group and family intensives for connection, insight and deeper healing.
My professional goal is to provide connection, healing, and insight during each of our encounters, With a passion for attachment and relational models, I have training, expertise and experience in providing counseling and psychotherapy for the following types of concerns/struggles: Women's Concerns, Emerging Adults, Relationship Strain, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Substance Use, Personality Traits and/or Disorders, Divorce, Infidelity, Boundaries, Grief and Loss, Career Concerns, Assertiveness Training, & Life Adjustments. I also offer individual, group and family intensives for connection, insight and deeper healing.
(469) 405-2856 View (469) 405-2856
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Jacqui S. Hayes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MMFC, MACE
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Prairie, TX 75051
My goal for you in therapy is to walk with you to solve the problem of anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, low self-worth, women's issues, certain relationship problems, and helping you to pivot in a world of uncertainty.
I feel honored that you stopped on my page and hope that I can serve you well. My experience as a therapist has been with adults, tweens, teenagers, toddlers, and supporting the parent-child connection. I have counseled for 14 years, in many different environments, such as in homes, schools, courts, juvenile detention centers, hospitals, my office and on virtual calls. Currently, I do therapy in my office and on virtual calls.
My goal for you in therapy is to walk with you to solve the problem of anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, low self-worth, women's issues, certain relationship problems, and helping you to pivot in a world of uncertainty.
I feel honored that you stopped on my page and hope that I can serve you well. My experience as a therapist has been with adults, tweens, teenagers, toddlers, and supporting the parent-child connection. I have counseled for 14 years, in many different environments, such as in homes, schools, courts, juvenile detention centers, hospitals, my office and on virtual calls. Currently, I do therapy in my office and on virtual calls.
(972) 441-7734 View (972) 441-7734
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Dr. Sonya Gray Belcher
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Lewisville, TX 75067  (Online Only)
I enjoy helping adults dealing with a variety of issues like depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, grief, trauma, low self-esteem, low motivation, spiritual issues and relationship issues in individual counseling.
As a psychologist I counsel many people who feel they are at their lowest point even when no one knows they are feeling this way. I also counsel people who just need a listening ear and support. Your willingness to seek more from your life instead of living with the status quo is admirable.
I enjoy helping adults dealing with a variety of issues like depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, grief, trauma, low self-esteem, low motivation, spiritual issues and relationship issues in individual counseling.
As a psychologist I counsel many people who feel they are at their lowest point even when no one knows they are feeling this way. I also counsel people who just need a listening ear and support. Your willingness to seek more from your life instead of living with the status quo is admirable.
(817) 242-9802 View (817) 242-9802
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Floyd Russell Crites Jr.
Counselor, LPC, LMFT, LSSP, NBCCH, CPC
Verified Verified
Garland, TX 75048
, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder.
If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation, need testing to help determine how to help you or your child handle life, school or work more effectively, or if you want to improve your life situation or relationship I look forward to working with you. I am a solution focused therapist who enjoys helping clients as they journey through hard times. This is especially true with Anxiety, ADHD issues and marriage or relationship issues. Helping save or better a relationship is one of the greatest benefits I get from doing therapy .
, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder.
If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation, need testing to help determine how to help you or your child handle life, school or work more effectively, or if you want to improve your life situation or relationship I look forward to working with you. I am a solution focused therapist who enjoys helping clients as they journey through hard times. This is especially true with Anxiety, ADHD issues and marriage or relationship issues. Helping save or better a relationship is one of the greatest benefits I get from doing therapy .
(972) 853-8828 View (972) 853-8828
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Jolie Nicole Miller
LPC Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Worth, TX 76109
Hello! My name is Jolie and I specialize in helping children, teens, individuals and couples work through issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, divorce, and infertility. I have worked with children, teens, and adults for many years that have struggled with issues such as ADHD, spectrum disorders, bipolar, ODD, OCD, and behavior issues. Additionally, I have personal experience with infertility, IVF, and surrogacy. There is a special place in my heart for helping people who are also going through these challenges.
Hello! My name is Jolie and I specialize in helping children, teens, individuals and couples work through issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, divorce, and infertility. I have worked with children, teens, and adults for many years that have struggled with issues such as ADHD, spectrum disorders, bipolar, ODD, OCD, and behavior issues. Additionally, I have personal experience with infertility, IVF, and surrogacy. There is a special place in my heart for helping people who are also going through these challenges.
(682) 327-1067 View (682) 327-1067
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Paul D Myers
Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Frisco, TX 75036
Counseling is my life's calling! I have a background in helping people with the following struggles: depression, anxiety, ADD, bipolar, past abuse, marital or family conflict, parenting issues, troubled teenagers, and career decisions.
I understand your pain, I've been there. I want to help you, your children and, your family make life transformations and create positive change. Imagine freedom from anxiety, the ability to break depression, and a new healthy direction for your life! I've seen great results in my clients and I want to you be the next person I serve to make a positive difference. I counsel from a faith based cognitive behavioral perspective to help you gain control over your thoughts and feelings and overcome the pain that life throws our way.
Counseling is my life's calling! I have a background in helping people with the following struggles: depression, anxiety, ADD, bipolar, past abuse, marital or family conflict, parenting issues, troubled teenagers, and career decisions.
I understand your pain, I've been there. I want to help you, your children and, your family make life transformations and create positive change. Imagine freedom from anxiety, the ability to break depression, and a new healthy direction for your life! I've seen great results in my clients and I want to you be the next person I serve to make a positive difference. I counsel from a faith based cognitive behavioral perspective to help you gain control over your thoughts and feelings and overcome the pain that life throws our way.
(972) 893-9036 View (972) 893-9036
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Miguel de la Fuente
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Argyle, TX 76226
Hello, my name is Miguel A. De La Fuente and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas. I have experience working with clients struggling with most mental health obstacles. These topics include Bipolar, borderline, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. As well as relationships, career guidance, and life struggles/changes. I have worked closely with adults 18 to 40 years old of all ethnic, cultural, and religious backgrounds. I am also a veteran and have been a fitness/life coach for over 20 years.
Hello, my name is Miguel A. De La Fuente and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas. I have experience working with clients struggling with most mental health obstacles. These topics include Bipolar, borderline, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. As well as relationships, career guidance, and life struggles/changes. I have worked closely with adults 18 to 40 years old of all ethnic, cultural, and religious backgrounds. I am also a veteran and have been a fitness/life coach for over 20 years.
(346) 496-4729 View (346) 496-4729
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Tiffany Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Bedford, TX 76021  (Online Only)
Welcome! My name is Tiffany Dunnells, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I am a multimodal counselor that leads with a client-centered approach to allow the client to guide the session and determine the priority for our counseling and the goals. I started working in mental health back in 2015, and I have a vast experience working with a variety of clientele, both with adults and youth of all ages, with all kinds of traumas, substance use, depression, anxiety, bipolar, etc., and am eager to help my clients create the best lives possible for themselves.
Welcome! My name is Tiffany Dunnells, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I am a multimodal counselor that leads with a client-centered approach to allow the client to guide the session and determine the priority for our counseling and the goals. I started working in mental health back in 2015, and I have a vast experience working with a variety of clientele, both with adults and youth of all ages, with all kinds of traumas, substance use, depression, anxiety, bipolar, etc., and am eager to help my clients create the best lives possible for themselves.
(346) 576-5732 View (346) 576-5732
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Thomas Logan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75206  (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Tom Logan. I'm a licensed professional counselor in Texas. I take a holistic view of therapy. My areas of focus are ADHD, bipolar disorder (depression and anxiety), and PTSD, especially with veterans. I'm a retired Navy journalist. I help you accomplish your therapy goals primarily using cognitive-behavioral techniques. I sometimes use solution-focused brief therapy and narrative therapy. I typically work with adults with ages ranging from 18 on up. Most of my experience has been with those experiencing symptoms of depression and anxiety. I have two years of experience working with veterans and those with PTSD.
Hi, I'm Tom Logan. I'm a licensed professional counselor in Texas. I take a holistic view of therapy. My areas of focus are ADHD, bipolar disorder (depression and anxiety), and PTSD, especially with veterans. I'm a retired Navy journalist. I help you accomplish your therapy goals primarily using cognitive-behavioral techniques. I sometimes use solution-focused brief therapy and narrative therapy. I typically work with adults with ages ranging from 18 on up. Most of my experience has been with those experiencing symptoms of depression and anxiety. I have two years of experience working with veterans and those with PTSD.
(469) 557-5532 View (469) 557-5532
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Edward G Furst
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Worth, TX 76126  (Online Only)
Ed treats anxiety, PTSD, depression, bipolar, troubled relationships, Narcissistic Personality Disorder and abuse, couples, parent/child conflicts, addiction, grief, Bipolar, Life Adjustments, ADD, OCD, self-esteem, and dreams.
Ed's diverse background provides a rich blend of experience to his clients. He is dual licensed as a Professional Counselor and Marriage & Family Therapist. He is an expert with youth, families, and individuals, and a Clinical Supervisor/Mentor for inpatient care. Edward has counseled clients for 32 years as a Therapist, Sports Psychology Consultant (coaches/athletes), and Life Balance/Career Coach. He gladly sees people from all faiths and walks of life and provides wisdom for anyone who seeks it: individuals, families, youth, couples, parents, pastors, professionals, athletes, coaches, and performing artists.
Ed treats anxiety, PTSD, depression, bipolar, troubled relationships, Narcissistic Personality Disorder and abuse, couples, parent/child conflicts, addiction, grief, Bipolar, Life Adjustments, ADD, OCD, self-esteem, and dreams.
Ed's diverse background provides a rich blend of experience to his clients. He is dual licensed as a Professional Counselor and Marriage & Family Therapist. He is an expert with youth, families, and individuals, and a Clinical Supervisor/Mentor for inpatient care. Edward has counseled clients for 32 years as a Therapist, Sports Psychology Consultant (coaches/athletes), and Life Balance/Career Coach. He gladly sees people from all faiths and walks of life and provides wisdom for anyone who seeks it: individuals, families, youth, couples, parents, pastors, professionals, athletes, coaches, and performing artists.
(248) 988-9294 View (248) 988-9294
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Barbara Crump
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75071
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and LMFT in Texas. You and I will work together to uncover your story, understand how you got to where you are, explore options, and make new choices to create new healthy patterns. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, psychosis, adjustment disorders, panic disorder, social anxiety, substance abuse and dependence, anger issues, trauma recovery, boundaries, codependency, self-worth issues, shame, and grief. I am trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), which is highly effective in healing PTSD, trauma, and other related issues.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and LMFT in Texas. You and I will work together to uncover your story, understand how you got to where you are, explore options, and make new choices to create new healthy patterns. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, psychosis, adjustment disorders, panic disorder, social anxiety, substance abuse and dependence, anger issues, trauma recovery, boundaries, codependency, self-worth issues, shame, and grief. I am trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), which is highly effective in healing PTSD, trauma, and other related issues.
(469) 656-7367 View (469) 656-7367
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Angel Carlock
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Aledo, TX 76008
I work with clients ages 10 through adulthood. Whether you're experiencing depression, anxiety, bipolar, grief and loss, life adjustments, my goal is to help you navigate through life's challenges in an environment providing you with empathy with unconditional positive regard so that you can gain or regain power and control in your life. To equip you with tools and techniques to help you become a healthier you for a happier you.
I work with clients ages 10 through adulthood. Whether you're experiencing depression, anxiety, bipolar, grief and loss, life adjustments, my goal is to help you navigate through life's challenges in an environment providing you with empathy with unconditional positive regard so that you can gain or regain power and control in your life. To equip you with tools and techniques to help you become a healthier you for a happier you.
(817) 659-2119 View (817) 659-2119
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Mae-Lin Yu Mendoza
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lewisville, TX 75056
I specialize in seeing individuals who are dealing with the following issues: depression and anxiety, Bipolar disorders, relationship issues, childhood sexual abuse/trauma, career transitions, unplanned pregnancy, grief and loss, and behavioral problems. I have training in Biblical studies (a one year certificate in Bible and Ministry) which provides a foundation for Biblically-based counseling. I do treat clients who express a non-spiritual focus.
I specialize in seeing individuals who are dealing with the following issues: depression and anxiety, Bipolar disorders, relationship issues, childhood sexual abuse/trauma, career transitions, unplanned pregnancy, grief and loss, and behavioral problems. I have training in Biblical studies (a one year certificate in Bible and Ministry) which provides a foundation for Biblically-based counseling. I do treat clients who express a non-spiritual focus.
(972) 703-4328 View (972) 703-4328
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Cheryl B Larrabee
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, TX 76017
I work especially with patients who need counseling for bipolar, marriage counseling, unresolved anger, grief, divorce, fear, anxiety, depression, OCD and family/relationship issues.
Problems in life can cause people to stain their future with hopelessness. I love to help people see how their present problems associate with issues from their past while we work on establishing a new future with healthy thinking processes and hope. Therapy can help you control your emotions while reacting to problems, redirect issues in relationships that have gotten off-track, establish boundaries, increase your self-esteem and focus on a positive future.
I work especially with patients who need counseling for bipolar, marriage counseling, unresolved anger, grief, divorce, fear, anxiety, depression, OCD and family/relationship issues.
Problems in life can cause people to stain their future with hopelessness. I love to help people see how their present problems associate with issues from their past while we work on establishing a new future with healthy thinking processes and hope. Therapy can help you control your emotions while reacting to problems, redirect issues in relationships that have gotten off-track, establish boundaries, increase your self-esteem and focus on a positive future.
(817) 484-0844 View (817) 484-0844
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Patricia Walker
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Longview, TX 75602
I have over 10 years of experience treating depression, anxiety, bipolar, grief, trauma, and other mental health issues.
I have a passion for helping others improve their emotional wellbeing and quality of life. I understand how difficult life can be, and people may feel overwhelmed, frustrated, misunderstood, and alone at times. If that sounds like you, please know that help is available.
I have over 10 years of experience treating depression, anxiety, bipolar, grief, trauma, and other mental health issues.
I have a passion for helping others improve their emotional wellbeing and quality of life. I understand how difficult life can be, and people may feel overwhelmed, frustrated, misunderstood, and alone at times. If that sounds like you, please know that help is available.
(903) 447-8653 View (903) 447-8653
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Lifeworks Counseling Center, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Addison, TX 75001
Lifeworks therapists work with most emotional/psychological disorders; such as, major depression, bipolar, anxiety/PTSD, anger/stress, grief & personality disorders.
Lifeworks Counseling Center, PLLC has been in business since 1992. We provide therapy for ages 4 and up. We have 9 therapists (LPC, LMFT, LCSW) who provide counseling for almost any emotional/mental/spiritual challenge people face in today's culture. We have therapists on most major insurance and EAP panels and also work with private pay clients as well.
Lifeworks therapists work with most emotional/psychological disorders; such as, major depression, bipolar, anxiety/PTSD, anger/stress, grief & personality disorders.
Lifeworks Counseling Center, PLLC has been in business since 1992. We provide therapy for ages 4 and up. We have 9 therapists (LPC, LMFT, LCSW) who provide counseling for almost any emotional/mental/spiritual challenge people face in today's culture. We have therapists on most major insurance and EAP panels and also work with private pay clients as well.
(972) 435-0231 View (972) 435-0231
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Aquarius N Cox
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75238  (Online Only)
Taking new clients. Accept many insurances. I have worked with adolescents and adults for 5 years. Whether you are working through life struggles, marital problems, depression, anxiety, grief, bipolar disorder or other forms of mental illness, I am here to help you gain the insight and skills need for increased self-awareness, coping, motivation and overall improvement. Once we meet, I will work with you to create a treatment plan that will help you achieve your goals.
Taking new clients. Accept many insurances. I have worked with adolescents and adults for 5 years. Whether you are working through life struggles, marital problems, depression, anxiety, grief, bipolar disorder or other forms of mental illness, I am here to help you gain the insight and skills need for increased self-awareness, coping, motivation and overall improvement. Once we meet, I will work with you to create a treatment plan that will help you achieve your goals.
(904) 601-1145 View (904) 601-1145

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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.