Bipolar Disorder Treatment Centers in Marlboro, NJ

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The Discovery Institute
Treatment Center
Marlboro, NJ 07746
The mission of Discovery Institute for Addictive Disorders is to provide high quality habilitation and rehabilitation services to the chemically dependent adult population and their families statewide. In 1970, Discovery Institute was established in New Jersey as a state-operated, residential drug-free rehab center. We believe in the philosophy of the integrated treatment model, which is a treatment style that uses peer interaction as a catalyst for positive change. Please call us to learn about our services and get an idea of what treatment is like.
The mission of Discovery Institute for Addictive Disorders is to provide high quality habilitation and rehabilitation services to the chemically dependent adult population and their families statewide. In 1970, Discovery Institute was established in New Jersey as a state-operated, residential drug-free rehab center. We believe in the philosophy of the integrated treatment model, which is a treatment style that uses peer interaction as a catalyst for positive change. Please call us to learn about our services and get an idea of what treatment is like.
(732) 517-3941 View (732) 517-3941
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Serenium Wellness Manalapan
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Serenium is a brand focused on therapy and wellness where serenity and calmness meets balance and equilibrium. A place where Mind, Body, Soul, and Emotion flow as one, into a lasting effect to feel whole and complete. We believe that therapy is not just for those who have a diagnosis, but for everyone. Mental and emotional well-being are essential. Just like going to the gym to exercise your body and improve your physical health, therapy is the place to improve your mind and emotions. Whether you have a diagnosis or you’re going through a life event, like losing a job, having a baby, or a breakup, we're here for you.
Serenium is a brand focused on therapy and wellness where serenity and calmness meets balance and equilibrium. A place where Mind, Body, Soul, and Emotion flow as one, into a lasting effect to feel whole and complete. We believe that therapy is not just for those who have a diagnosis, but for everyone. Mental and emotional well-being are essential. Just like going to the gym to exercise your body and improve your physical health, therapy is the place to improve your mind and emotions. Whether you have a diagnosis or you’re going through a life event, like losing a job, having a baby, or a breakup, we're here for you.
(848) 294-2602 View (848) 294-2602
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The Passion Care of New Jersey
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Sometimes in life, you may find yourself in need of having someone to assist you in navigating through difficult problems. If you are looking for a caring and compassionate therapist who can meet you where you are, we are here for you. The Passion Care of New Jersey is a singular setting for individuals who are experiencing a Mental Health and/or Substance Abuse Disorder or both. Our belief is that successful change can be achieved through the utilization of our psychological, environmental and solution-focused interventions in an integrated treatment setting.
Sometimes in life, you may find yourself in need of having someone to assist you in navigating through difficult problems. If you are looking for a caring and compassionate therapist who can meet you where you are, we are here for you. The Passion Care of New Jersey is a singular setting for individuals who are experiencing a Mental Health and/or Substance Abuse Disorder or both. Our belief is that successful change can be achieved through the utilization of our psychological, environmental and solution-focused interventions in an integrated treatment setting.
(848) 242-8060 View (848) 242-8060
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Positive Reset Eatontown Mental Health Clinic
Treatment Center
Serves Area
We believe that therapy is not just for those who have a diagnosis, but for everyone. Mental and emotional well-being are essential parts of the wellness wheel of life. Just like going to the gym to exercise your body and improve your physical health, therapy is the place to improve your mind and emotions. Whether you have a diagnosis or you’re simply going through a life transition or event, like losing a job, having a baby, ending a relationship, or even finding ways to make new friends, we’re here to help and meet you where you’re at.
We believe that therapy is not just for those who have a diagnosis, but for everyone. Mental and emotional well-being are essential parts of the wellness wheel of life. Just like going to the gym to exercise your body and improve your physical health, therapy is the place to improve your mind and emotions. Whether you have a diagnosis or you’re simply going through a life transition or event, like losing a job, having a baby, ending a relationship, or even finding ways to make new friends, we’re here to help and meet you where you’re at.
(732) 666-0462 View (732) 666-0462
Photo of Natalie Kandelaki - Positive Reset Manalapan - Mental Health Clinic, Treatment Center
At Positive Reset Manalapan, we offer evidence-based therapy and medication management for individuals of all ages . Our expert team helps clients overcome stress, anxiety, and depression using proven, compassionate strategies. We are proud to serve our diverse community with inclusive, culturally sensitive care, including Hindi-speaking providers specialized in family dynamics and acculturation stress. With a focus on timely access, we empower you to take control of your well-being without the long wait times. Experience a journey of growth and recovery in a respectful, confidential environment.
At Positive Reset Manalapan, we offer evidence-based therapy and medication management for individuals of all ages . Our expert team helps clients overcome stress, anxiety, and depression using proven, compassionate strategies. We are proud to serve our diverse community with inclusive, culturally sensitive care, including Hindi-speaking providers specialized in family dynamics and acculturation stress. With a focus on timely access, we empower you to take control of your well-being without the long wait times. Experience a journey of growth and recovery in a respectful, confidential environment.
(848) 358-7825 View (848) 358-7825
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Innerspace Counseling
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Whether you are suffering from depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, co-occurring substance use, anger issues, bipolar disorder, OCD, or mood disorders, Innerspace Counseling will provide solutions by treating each and every client with a treatment plan tailored to their needs.
Our Intensive Outpatient programs treat youth ages 8+, teens, and adults. Our Partial Care programs treat teens and adults. We are a primary mental health and co-occurring substance use treatment facility. Each of our all inclusive programs include an individualized assessment and psychiatric evaluation, individual counseling, group therapy, medication management, and family sessions. We have assembled an elite team of clinicians who specialize in high levels of care. Our facility exclusively provides IOP and PHP to anyone within the state of New Jersey. Our team feels strongly that no individual is an island, and no issue can be treated in isolation. Through our systems based and comprehensive approach, we will work with our clients, and their families, to create lasting change. Our continuum of services offers a wide range of options that allow us to tailor treatment to each individual's unique needs for long term balance and healing. Innerspace Counseling strives to provide the highest quality of care possible to each and every patient. Highly coordinated care with families, outpatient providers, and school counselors ensures lasting support and change for our patients.
Whether you are suffering from depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, co-occurring substance use, anger issues, bipolar disorder, OCD, or mood disorders, Innerspace Counseling will provide solutions by treating each and every client with a treatment plan tailored to their needs.
Our Intensive Outpatient programs treat youth ages 8+, teens, and adults. Our Partial Care programs treat teens and adults. We are a primary mental health and co-occurring substance use treatment facility. Each of our all inclusive programs include an individualized assessment and psychiatric evaluation, individual counseling, group therapy, medication management, and family sessions. We have assembled an elite team of clinicians who specialize in high levels of care. Our facility exclusively provides IOP and PHP to anyone within the state of New Jersey. Our team feels strongly that no individual is an island, and no issue can be treated in isolation. Through our systems based and comprehensive approach, we will work with our clients, and their families, to create lasting change. Our continuum of services offers a wide range of options that allow us to tailor treatment to each individual's unique needs for long term balance and healing. Innerspace Counseling strives to provide the highest quality of care possible to each and every patient. Highly coordinated care with families, outpatient providers, and school counselors ensures lasting support and change for our patients.
(732) 993-4029 View (732) 993-4029
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Grace Abounds Counseling's Recovery Program
Treatment Center
Serves Area
(732) 889-3652 View (732) 889-3652

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Jersey Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
Serves Area
We are the best mental health php & iop program in New Jersey! If you are struggling with depression, anxiety or other mental health concerns we have an amazing team of practitioners ready to help!
We are the best mental health php & iop program in New Jersey! If you are struggling with depression, anxiety or other mental health concerns we have an amazing team of practitioners ready to help!
(856) 326-1680 View (856) 326-1680
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Lieber Recovery Clinic
Treatment Center
Serves Area
We are a a self-pay clinic providing intensive outpatient day treatment and a full range of on-site psychiatric, medical, substance abuse, psycho-social, and rehabilitation services. Our services are available to people 18 years and older. As an integral part of the Columbia Psychiatry network of care, our clients have access to a full spectrum of care, with seamless delivery of services from inpatient to outpatient and from psychiatric to substance abuse and medical services. In an atmosphere of caring support, clients receive personalized, comprehensive outpatient treatment, life skills training, and psychiatric rehabilitation services, with an emphasis on getting back to work, school, and independent living. Treatment is largely provided in a group format, with some clients receiving additional support from a staff Recovery Coach or individual therapist. All clients participating in treatment in the Lieber Clinic continue to be under the care of a primary psychiatrist. Clients may continue treatment with their referring physician or we can arrange for one of our faculty members to provide treatment. For more information visit www.lieberclinic.com
We are a a self-pay clinic providing intensive outpatient day treatment and a full range of on-site psychiatric, medical, substance abuse, psycho-social, and rehabilitation services. Our services are available to people 18 years and older. As an integral part of the Columbia Psychiatry network of care, our clients have access to a full spectrum of care, with seamless delivery of services from inpatient to outpatient and from psychiatric to substance abuse and medical services. In an atmosphere of caring support, clients receive personalized, comprehensive outpatient treatment, life skills training, and psychiatric rehabilitation services, with an emphasis on getting back to work, school, and independent living. Treatment is largely provided in a group format, with some clients receiving additional support from a staff Recovery Coach or individual therapist. All clients participating in treatment in the Lieber Clinic continue to be under the care of a primary psychiatrist. Clients may continue treatment with their referring physician or we can arrange for one of our faculty members to provide treatment. For more information visit www.lieberclinic.com
(646) 859-1761 View (646) 859-1761
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Wish Recovery
Treatment Center
Serves Area
At Wish, we prioritize addressing both substance abuse and co-occurring mental health disorders, including depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder.
Wish Rehab is a premier dual diagnosis treatment center specializing in substance abuse and mental health treatment. Our residential detox and comprehensive inpatient programs are customized to meet your individual needs, ensuring you receive the support necessary for effective recovery.
At Wish, we prioritize addressing both substance abuse and co-occurring mental health disorders, including depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder.
Wish Rehab is a premier dual diagnosis treatment center specializing in substance abuse and mental health treatment. Our residential detox and comprehensive inpatient programs are customized to meet your individual needs, ensuring you receive the support necessary for effective recovery.
(747) 216-4149 View (747) 216-4149
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It Takes A Family
Treatment Center
Serves Area
It Takes a Family(ITAF) is an innovative community based organization with locations in Cinnaminson, Bridgeton, East Orange and Galloway New Jersey. ITAF offers In home as well as outpatient behavioral health services to ensure that clients, families, children and communities have access to quality mental health and behavioral services. Our approach is holistic in nature, viewing our clients not from their perspective challenges, but in association with broader issues in relation to their lives. Our Doctors and Clinicians have years of experience in their various areas of expertise. We are unique in that we are able to provide all mental health and behavioral needs ranging from behavioral intervention to medication management. Our staff includes Psychiatrist, Psychologist, Licensed Therapist, Masters Level Clinicians, Advanced Practice Nurses as well as Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselors. Our intent is to provide the best mental health interventions by having experts in all areas of mental health contributing to your care and overall well being.
It Takes a Family(ITAF) is an innovative community based organization with locations in Cinnaminson, Bridgeton, East Orange and Galloway New Jersey. ITAF offers In home as well as outpatient behavioral health services to ensure that clients, families, children and communities have access to quality mental health and behavioral services. Our approach is holistic in nature, viewing our clients not from their perspective challenges, but in association with broader issues in relation to their lives. Our Doctors and Clinicians have years of experience in their various areas of expertise. We are unique in that we are able to provide all mental health and behavioral needs ranging from behavioral intervention to medication management. Our staff includes Psychiatrist, Psychologist, Licensed Therapist, Masters Level Clinicians, Advanced Practice Nurses as well as Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselors. Our intent is to provide the best mental health interventions by having experts in all areas of mental health contributing to your care and overall well being.
(609) 643-4191 View (609) 643-4191
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Harmony Healing Center
Treatment Center
Union, NJ 07083
Conveniently located in Cherry Hill, NJ, Harmony Healing Center provides unsurpassed personalized, compassionate, and effective mental health and substance use disorder treatment. Because everyone's journey to healing and recovery is different, we custom-tailor treatment plans to follow your path and meet your specific needs. Our beautiful, newly updated facility offers Partial Care, Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), co-occurring disorder treatment, and more. Whether you're battling a substance use disorder, suffering from depression, or struggling with another behavioral health concern, our flexible programs are designed to accommodate your lifestyle and promote life-changing hope, healing, and recovery. Our dedicated staff of professionals is here to support you - every step of the way.
Conveniently located in Cherry Hill, NJ, Harmony Healing Center provides unsurpassed personalized, compassionate, and effective mental health and substance use disorder treatment. Because everyone's journey to healing and recovery is different, we custom-tailor treatment plans to follow your path and meet your specific needs. Our beautiful, newly updated facility offers Partial Care, Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), co-occurring disorder treatment, and more. Whether you're battling a substance use disorder, suffering from depression, or struggling with another behavioral health concern, our flexible programs are designed to accommodate your lifestyle and promote life-changing hope, healing, and recovery. Our dedicated staff of professionals is here to support you - every step of the way.
(856) 420-6372 View (856) 420-6372
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Center of Revitalizing Psychiatry
Treatment Center
12 Endorsed
Serves Area
Whether you are searching for an experienced therapist for yourself or your loved ones, a highly regarded psychiatrist who can guide you in managing your pharmacological needs, a dynamic group environment where you can find support and empathy for life's many challenges, we have it all! Our center has been serving the mental health needs of our patients for almost two decades, and our staff includes psychologists, psychotherapists, psychiatrists as well as a number of group and treatment programs, including in mental health and substance abuse.
Whether you are searching for an experienced therapist for yourself or your loved ones, a highly regarded psychiatrist who can guide you in managing your pharmacological needs, a dynamic group environment where you can find support and empathy for life's many challenges, we have it all! Our center has been serving the mental health needs of our patients for almost two decades, and our staff includes psychologists, psychotherapists, psychiatrists as well as a number of group and treatment programs, including in mental health and substance abuse.
(941) 677-3366 View (941) 677-3366
Westwind Recovery
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Westwind Recovery holds the belief that every life is valuable. Every individual has unlimited potential to effect positive change in our world. When one of us gets caught up in a substance use or mental health disorder, we lose our ability to bring our gifts to others. We lose our capacity to love, hope, help, and heal. We lose ourselves. It brings tragedy.
Westwind Recovery holds the belief that every life is valuable. Every individual has unlimited potential to effect positive change in our world. When one of us gets caught up in a substance use or mental health disorder, we lose our ability to bring our gifts to others. We lose our capacity to love, hope, help, and heal. We lose ourselves. It brings tragedy.
(424) 343-2688 View (424) 343-2688
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Serenium Therapy & Wellness
Treatment Center
1 Endorsed
Brick, NJ 08723
Serenium is a brand focused on therapy and wellness where serenity and calmness meets balance and equilibrium. A place where Mind, Body, Soul, and Emotion flow as one, into a lasting effect to feel whole and complete. We believe that therapy is not just for those who have a diagnosis, but for everyone. Mental and emotional well-being are essential. Just like going to the gym to exercise your body and improve your physical health, therapy is the place to improve your mind and emotions. Whether you have a diagnosis or you’re going through a life event, like losing a job, having a baby, or a breakup, we're here for you.
Serenium is a brand focused on therapy and wellness where serenity and calmness meets balance and equilibrium. A place where Mind, Body, Soul, and Emotion flow as one, into a lasting effect to feel whole and complete. We believe that therapy is not just for those who have a diagnosis, but for everyone. Mental and emotional well-being are essential. Just like going to the gym to exercise your body and improve your physical health, therapy is the place to improve your mind and emotions. Whether you have a diagnosis or you’re going through a life event, like losing a job, having a baby, or a breakup, we're here for you.
(732) 466-6872 View (732) 466-6872
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The Artemis Center for Guidance, LLC
Treatment Center
Serves Area
At The Artemis Center for Guidance we work toward reducing emotional suffering. This is accomplished foremost through direct counseling services and psycho-education provided by highly skilled and compassionate clinicians and, secondly, through the development and instruction of training programs that will provide other professionals the skills to offer exceptional services to those in emotional pain. The Artemis Center for Guidance was founded on the premise that all individuals are inherently able to cope with life's hardships. We believe that with skilled guidance during times of transition, each person possesses the freedom to strive toward and reach his or her highest potential and lead a productive and happy life. Each person and family has unique circumstances and experiences. We believe it is critical to consider biological, psychological and social factors affecting one's life journey, in order to better assist on this path. We specialize in Maternal Mental Health and also offer a full range of counseling services, including: individual and couples therapy, play therapy for children, counseling for teenagers and young adults, veteran and military family readjustment guidance and treatment for recovery from sexual, physical or emotional trauma.
At The Artemis Center for Guidance we work toward reducing emotional suffering. This is accomplished foremost through direct counseling services and psycho-education provided by highly skilled and compassionate clinicians and, secondly, through the development and instruction of training programs that will provide other professionals the skills to offer exceptional services to those in emotional pain. The Artemis Center for Guidance was founded on the premise that all individuals are inherently able to cope with life's hardships. We believe that with skilled guidance during times of transition, each person possesses the freedom to strive toward and reach his or her highest potential and lead a productive and happy life. Each person and family has unique circumstances and experiences. We believe it is critical to consider biological, psychological and social factors affecting one's life journey, in order to better assist on this path. We specialize in Maternal Mental Health and also offer a full range of counseling services, including: individual and couples therapy, play therapy for children, counseling for teenagers and young adults, veteran and military family readjustment guidance and treatment for recovery from sexual, physical or emotional trauma.
(856) 249-4759 View (856) 249-4759
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Solstice Counseling & Wellness Centers
Treatment Center
Serves Area
At Solstice Counseling & Wellness Centers, we help adults facing substance use, addiction, co-occurring mental health concerns, trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, and major life transitions. Many clients come to us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to take the next step. Our team offers respectful, individualized care in a supportive, judgment-free setting focused on recovery, emotional wellness, and long-term stability.
At Solstice Counseling & Wellness Centers, we help adults facing substance use, addiction, co-occurring mental health concerns, trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, and major life transitions. Many clients come to us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to take the next step. Our team offers respectful, individualized care in a supportive, judgment-free setting focused on recovery, emotional wellness, and long-term stability.
(609) 692-1836 View (609) 692-1836
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Live Oak Detox
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Live Oak Detox offers inpatient detoxification from drugs and/or alcohol for individuals who are struggling with Substance Use Disorder, we aim to help as many people in South Florida and across the rest of the United States who are in need of Addiction Treatment. We treat individuals with primary substance use disorders and those individuals struggling with co-occurring mental health diagnosis. Our specialty is treating those who are suffering from drug and alcohol addiction, we are able to provide full medical detox and inpatient Substance Abuse Treatment in a comfortable and modern setting. Let our medical and clinical staff help you get back to being your best self today.
Live Oak Detox offers inpatient detoxification from drugs and/or alcohol for individuals who are struggling with Substance Use Disorder, we aim to help as many people in South Florida and across the rest of the United States who are in need of Addiction Treatment. We treat individuals with primary substance use disorders and those individuals struggling with co-occurring mental health diagnosis. Our specialty is treating those who are suffering from drug and alcohol addiction, we are able to provide full medical detox and inpatient Substance Abuse Treatment in a comfortable and modern setting. Let our medical and clinical staff help you get back to being your best self today.
(772) 356-1565 View (772) 356-1565
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High Focus Centers - Parsippany, NJ
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Our Parsippany treatment center serves adults, adolescents, and teens ages 10-17 struggling with mental health and co-occurring disorders. Using evidence-based methodologies, we address behavioral health challenges with tailored psychiatric care. Our goal is to help individuals overcome these issues and achieve recovery and well-being at every life stage.
Our Parsippany treatment center serves adults, adolescents, and teens ages 10-17 struggling with mental health and co-occurring disorders. Using evidence-based methodologies, we address behavioral health challenges with tailored psychiatric care. Our goal is to help individuals overcome these issues and achieve recovery and well-being at every life stage.
(862) 407-4524 View (862) 407-4524
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Council for Relationships
Treatment Center
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Since 1932, Council for Relationships has provided therapy and psychiatry services to those in Pennslyvania and New Jersey. Our Staff Clinicians offer individual, relationship (sometimes called "couples"), family, and sex therapy online and in person. We make the best therapy services accessible to everyone. Our 80+ Staff Therapists & Psychiatrists specialize in over 45 specialties and provide comprehensive mental health care and medicine management. We see clients of all ages, backgrounds, religions, genders, and sexualities. We believe that thriving relationships foster flourishing communities. Let us help you thrive!
Since 1932, Council for Relationships has provided therapy and psychiatry services to those in Pennslyvania and New Jersey. Our Staff Clinicians offer individual, relationship (sometimes called "couples"), family, and sex therapy online and in person. We make the best therapy services accessible to everyone. Our 80+ Staff Therapists & Psychiatrists specialize in over 45 specialties and provide comprehensive mental health care and medicine management. We see clients of all ages, backgrounds, religions, genders, and sexualities. We believe that thriving relationships foster flourishing communities. Let us help you thrive!
(267) 642-5535 View (267) 642-5535

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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.