Bipolar Disorder Treatment Centers in Commerce City, CO

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Serenity at Stout Street Foundation
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Commerce City, CO 80022
Serenity offers a safe healing environment for those struggling with substance abuse and co-occurring mental health disorders. Our highly trained, licensed clinical staff provide evidence-based group, individual, and family therapy as the foundation of our holistic healing experience. We provide our services in a 28-day residential/inpatient setting to optimize staff contact and clinical interaction for clients in early recovery.
Serenity offers a safe healing environment for those struggling with substance abuse and co-occurring mental health disorders. Our highly trained, licensed clinical staff provide evidence-based group, individual, and family therapy as the foundation of our holistic healing experience. We provide our services in a 28-day residential/inpatient setting to optimize staff contact and clinical interaction for clients in early recovery.
(720) 735-0362 View (720) 735-0362
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H.E.A.R.T Counseling Center
Treatment Center, LPC, LAC, SAP, NCC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Commerce City, CO 80022
H.E.A.R.T Counseling Center offers outpatient treatment and evaluation services for mental health and substance abuse. We prioritize individualized, collaborative client care and promote a culture of healing, empowerment, acceptance, and respect to support transformation in our clients and in the world. Our team members are encouraged to bring and develop their unique strengths and interests, allowing us to offer a variety of services and specializations. We are committed to developing a strong relationship with our community and making our services as accessible and inclusive as possible.
H.E.A.R.T Counseling Center offers outpatient treatment and evaluation services for mental health and substance abuse. We prioritize individualized, collaborative client care and promote a culture of healing, empowerment, acceptance, and respect to support transformation in our clients and in the world. Our team members are encouraged to bring and develop their unique strengths and interests, allowing us to offer a variety of services and specializations. We are committed to developing a strong relationship with our community and making our services as accessible and inclusive as possible.
(864) 571-8379 View (864) 571-8379
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Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery
Treatment Center, LCSW, CSAT
Verified Verified
Commerce City, CO 80037
Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery (CMAR) is an outpatient program in Colorado, that specializes in treating individuals struggling with addiction and co-occurring mental health conditions. CMAR is Colorado's first and only outpatient addiction treatment center to integrate structured medical, clinical, and peer-based services to ensure that each patient benefits from a comprehensive recovery. We take a completely individualized, medical, clinical and social approach to treatment.
Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery (CMAR) is an outpatient program in Colorado, that specializes in treating individuals struggling with addiction and co-occurring mental health conditions. CMAR is Colorado's first and only outpatient addiction treatment center to integrate structured medical, clinical, and peer-based services to ensure that each patient benefits from a comprehensive recovery. We take a completely individualized, medical, clinical and social approach to treatment.
(720) 707-3593 View (720) 707-3593
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Sandstone Care Teen & Young Adult Treatment Center
Treatment Center, MD, LPC, LAC, CAC-III, CSAC-A
Verified Verified
Commerce City, CO 80022
Sandstone Care provides substance use, addiction, and mental health treatment for young adults (ages 18 to 30) and adolescents (ages 13 to 18) including Residential Treatment, Day Treatment (PHP), Intensive Outpatient (IOP), and General Outpatient (OP) programming.
Sandstone Care provides substance use, addiction, and mental health treatment for young adults (ages 18 to 30) and adolescents (ages 13 to 18) including Residential Treatment, Day Treatment (PHP), Intensive Outpatient (IOP), and General Outpatient (OP) programming.
(720) 410-6246 View (720) 410-6246
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The Raleigh House - Outpatient Treatment
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Commerce City, CO 80022
Adjusting back to your everyday life after addiction treatment can be challenging and uncomfortable. But a transition period in between can make your return easier to handle. At The Raleigh House, we offer an intensive outpatient program (IOP) designed to help you continue treatment as you slowly return back to normal life. We offer different levels of outpatient treatment depending on the type of care you require. Our outpatient program is part of our continuum of care after residential treatment, or you can enter into outpatient treatment directly if deemed appropriate. Learn more about our outpatient treatment program below or call us now to help you or your loved one get the treatment they need. At The Raleigh House, our goal is to match you with the right form of addiction treatment. Whether you’re coming from residential treatment or entering directly into outpatient, our team can help you determine the right level of care for your specific situation and needs.
Adjusting back to your everyday life after addiction treatment can be challenging and uncomfortable. But a transition period in between can make your return easier to handle. At The Raleigh House, we offer an intensive outpatient program (IOP) designed to help you continue treatment as you slowly return back to normal life. We offer different levels of outpatient treatment depending on the type of care you require. Our outpatient program is part of our continuum of care after residential treatment, or you can enter into outpatient treatment directly if deemed appropriate. Learn more about our outpatient treatment program below or call us now to help you or your loved one get the treatment they need. At The Raleigh House, our goal is to match you with the right form of addiction treatment. Whether you’re coming from residential treatment or entering directly into outpatient, our team can help you determine the right level of care for your specific situation and needs.
(719) 356-4939 View (719) 356-4939

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Colorado Recovery
Treatment Center, MD, LPC, LCSW, PA, RN
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80012
We provide services in the community to adults with serious mental illness that will stabilize their illness, minimize symptoms, improve functioning and enhance each person’s social inclusion, quality of life and sense of meaning in life. We provide transitional and supported living and outpatient treatment for psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia, bipolar, and other serious mental illnesses, and are considered experts in this area.
We provide services in the community to adults with serious mental illness that will stabilize their illness, minimize symptoms, improve functioning and enhance each person’s social inclusion, quality of life and sense of meaning in life. We provide transitional and supported living and outpatient treatment for psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia, bipolar, and other serious mental illnesses, and are considered experts in this area.
(720) 597-7519 View (720) 597-7519
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BestMind Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80202
Our Psychiatrists, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, and Physician Assistants in Colorado and Oregon offer medication management and alternative therapies to treat Depression, as well as ADHD, PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety, and OCD.
BestMind Behavioral Health offers best-in-class behavioral and mental health treatments. We provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and advanced outpatient treatments. We believe in inclusivity and accessibility to mental healthcare. We offer both in-person and telehealth appointments and accept most insurance plans.
Our Psychiatrists, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, and Physician Assistants in Colorado and Oregon offer medication management and alternative therapies to treat Depression, as well as ADHD, PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety, and OCD.
BestMind Behavioral Health offers best-in-class behavioral and mental health treatments. We provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and advanced outpatient treatments. We believe in inclusivity and accessibility to mental healthcare. We offer both in-person and telehealth appointments and accept most insurance plans.
(720) 806-6964 View (720) 806-6964
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Peak Interactive Wellness
Treatment Center, MS, PMHNP, APN
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80216
We treat a variety of psychiatric disorders and ailments, including depression, bipolar, perinatal mental health, sleep disturbances, ADHD, anxiety, behavior/emotion dysregulation, and more.
At Peak Interactive Wellness, we aren't your typical psychiatric providers. We take a humanistic and positive psychiatry approach. We make medication decisions with you, not for you. We provide alternative treatment options and therapies including nutraceuticals. We work closely with other members of your health care team to form a collaborative approach to your treatment. We can provide referrals to therapists, nutrition experts, crisis services, and more. We plan for timely follow-ups and offer in-person or telehealth follow-ups at convenient times during the day.  Visit us at www.peakinteractivewellness.com for more information.
We treat a variety of psychiatric disorders and ailments, including depression, bipolar, perinatal mental health, sleep disturbances, ADHD, anxiety, behavior/emotion dysregulation, and more.
At Peak Interactive Wellness, we aren't your typical psychiatric providers. We take a humanistic and positive psychiatry approach. We make medication decisions with you, not for you. We provide alternative treatment options and therapies including nutraceuticals. We work closely with other members of your health care team to form a collaborative approach to your treatment. We can provide referrals to therapists, nutrition experts, crisis services, and more. We plan for timely follow-ups and offer in-person or telehealth follow-ups at convenient times during the day.  Visit us at www.peakinteractivewellness.com for more information.
(833) 690-5335 View (833) 690-5335
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Scottsdale Providence Recovery Center
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Denver, CO 80002
At Scottsdale Providence Recovery Center, we treat adults with addiction and substance use disorders, primary psychiatric disorders including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and complex co-occurring disorders. We are also a vibrant community of healing. Our guiding mission is to help people start a new chapter in their lives with hope, love and purpose.
At Scottsdale Providence Recovery Center, we treat adults with addiction and substance use disorders, primary psychiatric disorders including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and complex co-occurring disorders. We are also a vibrant community of healing. Our guiding mission is to help people start a new chapter in their lives with hope, love and purpose.
(602) 884-8615 View (602) 884-8615
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Centennial Peaks Hospital
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80012
Centennial Peaks Hospital is here for you or a loved one, if you are experiencing a mental health crisis or if you need a medical detox from drugs or alcohol. We are a 104-bed, Joint Commission-accredited behavioral health hospital serving adolescents and adults. We specialize in acute inpatient hospitalization, medical detoxification and intensive outpatient programs. We can help if you are thinking about suicide or if you are wanting to hurt yourself or someone else. Our expert team can help if someone is out of touch with reality or experiencing psychosis due to a mental health disorder like Bipolar or Schizophrenia. Our psychiatrists, registered nurses, and mental health professionals are available 24/7. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we encourage you to call us first instead of visiting an emergency room, we can get you help quickly and confidentially.
Centennial Peaks Hospital is here for you or a loved one, if you are experiencing a mental health crisis or if you need a medical detox from drugs or alcohol. We are a 104-bed, Joint Commission-accredited behavioral health hospital serving adolescents and adults. We specialize in acute inpatient hospitalization, medical detoxification and intensive outpatient programs. We can help if you are thinking about suicide or if you are wanting to hurt yourself or someone else. Our expert team can help if someone is out of touch with reality or experiencing psychosis due to a mental health disorder like Bipolar or Schizophrenia. Our psychiatrists, registered nurses, and mental health professionals are available 24/7. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we encourage you to call us first instead of visiting an emergency room, we can get you help quickly and confidentially.
(720) 410-6724 View (720) 410-6724
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Jackson House Temecula
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Aurora, CO 80010
Jackson House focuses on short-term, comprehensive residential treatment focusing on core issues such as trauma, depression, anxiety, psychosis, and grief and loss. Our multi-disciplinary team focuses on a variety of therapeutic techniques to ensure that every client gets the care that they need. Our home-like atmosphere allows clients to easily transition from residential care to less structured outpatient treatment. At Jackson House, we know that you have other responsibilities to maintain such as work, social life, and family. It is our mission to make sure you get back to your true self and back to being able to thrive in your day-to-day responsibilities.
Jackson House focuses on short-term, comprehensive residential treatment focusing on core issues such as trauma, depression, anxiety, psychosis, and grief and loss. Our multi-disciplinary team focuses on a variety of therapeutic techniques to ensure that every client gets the care that they need. Our home-like atmosphere allows clients to easily transition from residential care to less structured outpatient treatment. At Jackson House, we know that you have other responsibilities to maintain such as work, social life, and family. It is our mission to make sure you get back to your true self and back to being able to thrive in your day-to-day responsibilities.
(951) 402-1268 View (951) 402-1268
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Acera Health - Outpatient Mental Health Services
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80249
Here at Acera Health, we specialize in helping people create lasting change in their lives. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or addiction, we'll be there to support you every step of the way. We know that change can be difficult, but we also know that it's possible. With our help, you can create the life you've always wanted. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help you create lasting change in your life. We offer a range of services to help restore your mind and transform your life. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or addiction, we'll be there to support you every step of the way. We know that change can be difficult, but we also know that it's possible. With our help, you can create the life you've always wanted. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help you create lasting change in your life.
Here at Acera Health, we specialize in helping people create lasting change in their lives. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or addiction, we'll be there to support you every step of the way. We know that change can be difficult, but we also know that it's possible. With our help, you can create the life you've always wanted. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help you create lasting change in your life. We offer a range of services to help restore your mind and transform your life. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or addiction, we'll be there to support you every step of the way. We know that change can be difficult, but we also know that it's possible. With our help, you can create the life you've always wanted. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help you create lasting change in your life.
(714) 868-8520 View (714) 868-8520
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Iris Healing Retreat
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80022
At Iris Healing Retreat, our clinical & medical team work closely together to create an individualized treatment plan designed to treat the whole person - Mind, Body, and Spirit. We address our clients addiction problem on a deeper level by simultaneously healing underlying mental health issue(s) or past trauma's. Iris Healing Retreat is well known for specializing in caring for clients considered to be 'dual-diagnosis'. We employ Doctorate-level clinicans and Reputable Psychiatrists to address the mental health component, and utilize the latest in available technology to heal any underlying traumas that our clients may have. In fact, Iris utilizes Brainspotting, the latest and greatest technology available for the treatment of trauma. Additionally, each client has accesss to 3x weekly neuro-feedback sessions , between one and two private, face-to-face individual sessions per week, and family therapy sessions, which can be done via video-conference if family is not local. Our clients also participate in daily psycho-educational group sessions that focus on a variety of topics, such as Relapse Prevention, Emotional Process Groups, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and much more.
At Iris Healing Retreat, our clinical & medical team work closely together to create an individualized treatment plan designed to treat the whole person - Mind, Body, and Spirit. We address our clients addiction problem on a deeper level by simultaneously healing underlying mental health issue(s) or past trauma's. Iris Healing Retreat is well known for specializing in caring for clients considered to be 'dual-diagnosis'. We employ Doctorate-level clinicans and Reputable Psychiatrists to address the mental health component, and utilize the latest in available technology to heal any underlying traumas that our clients may have. In fact, Iris utilizes Brainspotting, the latest and greatest technology available for the treatment of trauma. Additionally, each client has accesss to 3x weekly neuro-feedback sessions , between one and two private, face-to-face individual sessions per week, and family therapy sessions, which can be done via video-conference if family is not local. Our clients also participate in daily psycho-educational group sessions that focus on a variety of topics, such as Relapse Prevention, Emotional Process Groups, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and much more.
(310) 409-2916 View (310) 409-2916
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The Ranch at The Raleigh House
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80012
At The Raleigh House, our priority is the needs of our clients. Our clinical staff provides a high level of quality care with a client-focused approach. Our treatment philosophy encourages, motivates and supports clients in exploring their strengths and limitations to begin the healing process from addiction, trauma and other co-occurring disorders. Located in our beautiful ranch just 15 minutes from Denver, Colorado, we provide detoxification services, residential treatment services, as well as, a full continuum of care. Our wellness lodge called The Ranch has wide open skies, great views of the mountains and is a comfortable and serene place to heal. We offer holistic treatments like equine therapy, which offers a great way of treating mood irregularities on top of substance abuse. Our program is designed to treat underlying causes and conditions. We work with a variety of insurance types, as well as, financial institutions to help you get the services you need.
At The Raleigh House, our priority is the needs of our clients. Our clinical staff provides a high level of quality care with a client-focused approach. Our treatment philosophy encourages, motivates and supports clients in exploring their strengths and limitations to begin the healing process from addiction, trauma and other co-occurring disorders. Located in our beautiful ranch just 15 minutes from Denver, Colorado, we provide detoxification services, residential treatment services, as well as, a full continuum of care. Our wellness lodge called The Ranch has wide open skies, great views of the mountains and is a comfortable and serene place to heal. We offer holistic treatments like equine therapy, which offers a great way of treating mood irregularities on top of substance abuse. Our program is designed to treat underlying causes and conditions. We work with a variety of insurance types, as well as, financial institutions to help you get the services you need.
(855) 910-5822 View (855) 910-5822
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Equinox Counseling and Wellness Center
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80206
Prevention, Intervention & Family Level Healing. Equinox Counseling & Wellness Center is a specialized intensive outpatient treatment center. Our programs incorporate traditional outpatient therapy with wilderness intensives and milieu services, creating a new step in the continuum of mental health care. We have taken the best components of residential treatment, wilderness therapy, mental health centers, and community-based treatment to develop the first of its kind community-based outpatient model.
Prevention, Intervention & Family Level Healing. Equinox Counseling & Wellness Center is a specialized intensive outpatient treatment center. Our programs incorporate traditional outpatient therapy with wilderness intensives and milieu services, creating a new step in the continuum of mental health care. We have taken the best components of residential treatment, wilderness therapy, mental health centers, and community-based treatment to develop the first of its kind community-based outpatient model.
(303) 653-9574 View (303) 653-9574
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Griffith Centers
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Northglenn, CO 80260
Griffith Centers is a non-profit organization offering a full spectrum of mental and behavioral health services to care for populations who have experienced trauma and hardships to build resiliency, hope, and healing for those we serve. Our headquarters are in Denver, CO, with offices in Colorado Springs, Greeley, Centennial, and Grand Junction, reaching many counties statewide. The organization's mission is to provide hope and healing through resources to support children, families, and individual adults through a full spectrum of mental and behavioral health programs for the under-served population.
Griffith Centers is a non-profit organization offering a full spectrum of mental and behavioral health services to care for populations who have experienced trauma and hardships to build resiliency, hope, and healing for those we serve. Our headquarters are in Denver, CO, with offices in Colorado Springs, Greeley, Centennial, and Grand Junction, reaching many counties statewide. The organization's mission is to provide hope and healing through resources to support children, families, and individual adults through a full spectrum of mental and behavioral health programs for the under-served population.
(720) 248-9390 View (720) 248-9390
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Peaks Recovery Centers
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80045
Peaks understands that an alcohol and drug addiction and most underlying causes of the addiction manifest themselves differently for men and women, including different age demographics. This is why we value a gender-specific, evidence-based treatment approach empirically shown to be effective in the treatment of addiction and dual diagnosis. In fact, we are among a very small handful of holistic recovery centers here in the state of Colorado that truly offers gender separate treatment. Dual Diagnosis is not just a tag word in our literature either, we treat both Mental Health Primary and Substance Use Primary Disorders.
Peaks understands that an alcohol and drug addiction and most underlying causes of the addiction manifest themselves differently for men and women, including different age demographics. This is why we value a gender-specific, evidence-based treatment approach empirically shown to be effective in the treatment of addiction and dual diagnosis. In fact, we are among a very small handful of holistic recovery centers here in the state of Colorado that truly offers gender separate treatment. Dual Diagnosis is not just a tag word in our literature either, we treat both Mental Health Primary and Substance Use Primary Disorders.
(719) 345-1025 View (719) 345-1025
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Northpoint Colorado
Treatment Center, LPC, CADC
Verified Verified
Broomfield, CO 80020
Northpoint Colorado is a new, modern 64-bed residential facility with cutting-edge medical technology in Loveland, CO. Our facility offers private rooms and bathrooms. We treat Drug and Alcohol Substance Use and Co-occurring disorders. As a Dual-Diagnosis treatment center, we address not only the physical dependence on substances but also the psychological dependencies. Northpoint Colorado uses evidence-based treatment to provide coping skills and tools to help manage cravings and triggers. To get more information on the treatment that Northpoint Colorado offers, please get in touch with us.
Northpoint Colorado is a new, modern 64-bed residential facility with cutting-edge medical technology in Loveland, CO. Our facility offers private rooms and bathrooms. We treat Drug and Alcohol Substance Use and Co-occurring disorders. As a Dual-Diagnosis treatment center, we address not only the physical dependence on substances but also the psychological dependencies. Northpoint Colorado uses evidence-based treatment to provide coping skills and tools to help manage cravings and triggers. To get more information on the treatment that Northpoint Colorado offers, please get in touch with us.
(970) 500-3397 View (970) 500-3397
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Sandstone Care Teen & Young Adult Treatment Center
Treatment Center, MD, LPC, LAC, CAC-III, CSAC-A
Verified Verified
Thornton, CO 80241
Sandstone Care provides substance use, addiction, and mental health treatment for young adults (ages 18 to 30) and adolescents (ages 13 to 18) including Residential Treatment, Day Treatment (PHP), Intensive Outpatient (IOP), and General Outpatient (OP) programming.
Sandstone Care provides substance use, addiction, and mental health treatment for young adults (ages 18 to 30) and adolescents (ages 13 to 18) including Residential Treatment, Day Treatment (PHP), Intensive Outpatient (IOP), and General Outpatient (OP) programming.
(720) 619-3042 View (720) 619-3042
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Tennyson Center for Children
Treatment Center, LCSW, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80212
We offer convenient outpatient therapy for children, adolescents, adults, and families- both in person at our Denver location and via telehealth. Our licensed, highly trained, and experienced therapists support individuals to build upon their strengths and reach their goals! Our services include personalized care coordination, assessment and diagnosis, individual therapy, and family therapy using a range of evidence-based and personalized therapeutic modalities. We also offer an evidenced based virtual parenting class that seeks to support and strengthen any family dynamic. Call today to learn more about how Tennyson Center for Children could help you and your family meet your goals.
We offer convenient outpatient therapy for children, adolescents, adults, and families- both in person at our Denver location and via telehealth. Our licensed, highly trained, and experienced therapists support individuals to build upon their strengths and reach their goals! Our services include personalized care coordination, assessment and diagnosis, individual therapy, and family therapy using a range of evidence-based and personalized therapeutic modalities. We also offer an evidenced based virtual parenting class that seeks to support and strengthen any family dynamic. Call today to learn more about how Tennyson Center for Children could help you and your family meet your goals.
(720) 804-0568 View (720) 804-0568

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Bipolar Disorder Treatment Centers

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.