Bipolar Disorder Treatment Centers in Sayreville, NJ

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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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Clarity Treatment Center, LLC
Treatment Center
Serves Area
About Clarity Treatment Services Clarity Treatment Services is located in downtown Perth Amboy, with easy access by car, bus, or train. Our counselors are fully licensed to treat addiction and co-occurring disorders using proven methods and options for a more holistic approach. Treatment plans are individualized, based on the clients' state of health and personal goals. Clarity Treatments Services offers day and evening programs to accommodate varying schedules. We also provide opportunities to flourish in social, athletic and community settings with programs like S.O.S. (Save Our Sobriety.)
About Clarity Treatment Services Clarity Treatment Services is located in downtown Perth Amboy, with easy access by car, bus, or train. Our counselors are fully licensed to treat addiction and co-occurring disorders using proven methods and options for a more holistic approach. Treatment plans are individualized, based on the clients' state of health and personal goals. Clarity Treatments Services offers day and evening programs to accommodate varying schedules. We also provide opportunities to flourish in social, athletic and community settings with programs like S.O.S. (Save Our Sobriety.)
(732) 442-3535 x102 View (732) 442-3535 x102
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Center for Network Therapy
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Increase Treatment Access; Address Withdrawal Immediately Outpatient Detox makes addiction treatment accessible 7 days/week to every individual – homemakers, single parents, business people, professionals (cops, teachers, nurses, lawyers) & students - usually within an hour of making the call. It minimizes disruption to daily life – such as caring for family, keeping up with work, or continuing with academics. Outpatient Detox aligns drug & alcohol treatment with the "disease model" of addiction, offering an effective alternative to the traditional inpatient approach. CNT is state licensed for Outpatient Detox since 2013, which is proven to be safe and effective for alcohol, benzos, opiates, stimulants & anesthetics. We address alcohol, benzo, opiate, stimulant and anesthetic withdrawal immediately upon admission using meds such as Suboxone, Librium, etc. that we stock. Experienced nurses assess patients first to prioritize minimizing withdrawal symptoms utilizing appropriate medications. We also address mental health issues. CNT offers a step down to lower levels of care such as Partial Care and Intensive Outpatient (IOP). CNT also accepts direct admits to these levels of care.
Increase Treatment Access; Address Withdrawal Immediately Outpatient Detox makes addiction treatment accessible 7 days/week to every individual – homemakers, single parents, business people, professionals (cops, teachers, nurses, lawyers) & students - usually within an hour of making the call. It minimizes disruption to daily life – such as caring for family, keeping up with work, or continuing with academics. Outpatient Detox aligns drug & alcohol treatment with the "disease model" of addiction, offering an effective alternative to the traditional inpatient approach. CNT is state licensed for Outpatient Detox since 2013, which is proven to be safe and effective for alcohol, benzos, opiates, stimulants & anesthetics. We address alcohol, benzo, opiate, stimulant and anesthetic withdrawal immediately upon admission using meds such as Suboxone, Librium, etc. that we stock. Experienced nurses assess patients first to prioritize minimizing withdrawal symptoms utilizing appropriate medications. We also address mental health issues. CNT offers a step down to lower levels of care such as Partial Care and Intensive Outpatient (IOP). CNT also accepts direct admits to these levels of care.
(732) 658-4248 View (732) 658-4248
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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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Adult Family Health Services
Treatment Center
Serves Area
We offer a spectrum of services to meet the needs of those challenged with mental health and/or substance use disorders who are 18 years and older.
We offer a spectrum of services to meet the needs of those challenged with mental health and/or substance use disorders who are 18 years and older.
(862) 207-4738 View (862) 207-4738
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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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Mark Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Mark Behavioral Health provides residential mental health care for adults facing acute psychiatric conditions, including depression, anxiety, trauma, and co-occurring disorders. Many of our clients are in crisis or have struggled to find relief through outpatient care. Our team offers 24/7 support in a safe, structured setting where healing begins. Whether it's managing severe mood disorders or helping individuals stabilize after hospitalization, we meet each person where they are—with dignity, clinical excellence, and evidence-based treatment tailored to their needs.
Mark Behavioral Health provides residential mental health care for adults facing acute psychiatric conditions, including depression, anxiety, trauma, and co-occurring disorders. Many of our clients are in crisis or have struggled to find relief through outpatient care. Our team offers 24/7 support in a safe, structured setting where healing begins. Whether it's managing severe mood disorders or helping individuals stabilize after hospitalization, we meet each person where they are—with dignity, clinical excellence, and evidence-based treatment tailored to their needs.
(561) 786-9602 View (561) 786-9602
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Banyan Pompano
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Banyan Pompano’s Outpatient Program serves adults struggling with substance use, mental health conditions, or co-occurring disorders. Many come to us after detox or residential care, while others begin directly at the outpatient level. Clients often need continued clinical support, relapse-prevention skills, emotional stabilization, and a safe space to manage triggers and daily stress. Our flexible, evidence-based program helps them build coping skills, manage symptoms, and maintain accountability as they return to work, family, and community life.
Banyan Pompano’s Outpatient Program serves adults struggling with substance use, mental health conditions, or co-occurring disorders. Many come to us after detox or residential care, while others begin directly at the outpatient level. Clients often need continued clinical support, relapse-prevention skills, emotional stabilization, and a safe space to manage triggers and daily stress. Our flexible, evidence-based program helps them build coping skills, manage symptoms, and maintain accountability as they return to work, family, and community life.
(954) 283-7056 View (954) 283-7056
Photo of Josh Scott - Guardian Recovery- New Brunswick Counseling Center, Treatment Center
Guardian Recovery - New Brunswick Counseling Center formerly known as Guardian Intensive Outpatient Program - New Brunswick offers a truly unique experience by combining the latest advances in evidence-based clinical and medical drug and alcohol rehab with 12-step and holistic approaches for outpatient addiction treatment. Our addiction treatment center continues to evolve to offer our clients the best tools for long-term recovery. At Our New Brunswick, NJ facility we also offer counseling and therapy in our outpatient mental health treatment programs from expert psychotherapists.
Guardian Recovery - New Brunswick Counseling Center formerly known as Guardian Intensive Outpatient Program - New Brunswick offers a truly unique experience by combining the latest advances in evidence-based clinical and medical drug and alcohol rehab with 12-step and holistic approaches for outpatient addiction treatment. Our addiction treatment center continues to evolve to offer our clients the best tools for long-term recovery. At Our New Brunswick, NJ facility we also offer counseling and therapy in our outpatient mental health treatment programs from expert psychotherapists.
(732) 334-7714 View (732) 334-7714
Photo of Kara Gross - Teen Anxiety & Depression Treatment at Evolve, Treatment Center
At Evolve, we specialize in compassionate, individualized care for teens struggling with mental health, substance use, and behavioral challenges. Our short-term Residential Treatment Center (RTC) offers a safe, structured, and supportive environment where healing can begin. With only six teens in each home, we provide 24/7 supervision, personalized attention, and evidence-based therapies tailored to each adolescent’s unique needs. Rooted in empathy, connection, and clinical excellence, our RTC helps teens rediscover hope, build resilience, and take meaningful steps toward lasting wellness.
At Evolve, we specialize in compassionate, individualized care for teens struggling with mental health, substance use, and behavioral challenges. Our short-term Residential Treatment Center (RTC) offers a safe, structured, and supportive environment where healing can begin. With only six teens in each home, we provide 24/7 supervision, personalized attention, and evidence-based therapies tailored to each adolescent’s unique needs. Rooted in empathy, connection, and clinical excellence, our RTC helps teens rediscover hope, build resilience, and take meaningful steps toward lasting wellness.
(925) 962-5118 View (925) 962-5118
Photo of Matthew Ruble - Brookdale: part of Discovery Addiction Services, Treatment Center
Brookdale is an addiction recovery center that provides medically managed detox and residential treatment programs. We offer client-first experiences and customized solutions to an array of addiction and behavioral conditions. Our deeply connected clinical team uses robust individualized-healing programming to create a supportive sober community among our clients and staff. This fosters self-esteem, confidence, and accountability. We do this together, in a safe space so you’ll feel secure, nurtured, and well taken care of during this vulnerable time.
Brookdale is an addiction recovery center that provides medically managed detox and residential treatment programs. We offer client-first experiences and customized solutions to an array of addiction and behavioral conditions. Our deeply connected clinical team uses robust individualized-healing programming to create a supportive sober community among our clients and staff. This fosters self-esteem, confidence, and accountability. We do this together, in a safe space so you’ll feel secure, nurtured, and well taken care of during this vulnerable time.
(570) 633-6419 View (570) 633-6419
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Beachway Detox
Treatment Center
Beachway Detox is an upscale highly accredited medical detox and residential mental health facility. Treating both addiction and mental health in a private, luxury setting. Highly trained medical staff 24 hours a day. Tranquil setting with modern amenities. State of the Art medical detox services. Safe, private and comfortable accommodations. Most private Insurance accepted.
Beachway Detox is an upscale highly accredited medical detox and residential mental health facility. Treating both addiction and mental health in a private, luxury setting. Highly trained medical staff 24 hours a day. Tranquil setting with modern amenities. State of the Art medical detox services. Safe, private and comfortable accommodations. Most private Insurance accepted.
(877) 284-0353 View (877) 284-0353
Photo of Kara Gross - Teen Mental Health Treatment Center at Evolve, Treatment Center
At Evolve, we provide compassionate, individualized care to help teens navigate challenges and rediscover hope. We offer therapeutic programs for teens, including short-term residential treatment. Our RTC for teens serves only six clients at a time, allowing for truly individualized care, 24/7 support and supervision, and evidence-based therapies. In addition, Evolve provides structured outpatient therapy for teens through our full-day teen Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school teen Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Rooted in compassion and connection, our teen treatment programs help adolescents heal and grow.
At Evolve, we provide compassionate, individualized care to help teens navigate challenges and rediscover hope. We offer therapeutic programs for teens, including short-term residential treatment. Our RTC for teens serves only six clients at a time, allowing for truly individualized care, 24/7 support and supervision, and evidence-based therapies. In addition, Evolve provides structured outpatient therapy for teens through our full-day teen Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school teen Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Rooted in compassion and connection, our teen treatment programs help adolescents heal and grow.
(925) 962-5504 View (925) 962-5504
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Freedom Recovery Center
Treatment Center
Manalapan, NJ 07726
End the pain of addiction and reclaim your life - get help today with a FREE 24/7 call. Freedom Recovery Center guides individuals through addiction with personalized care, proven therapies, and a supportive community. Unlike standard rehabs, they focus on healing mind, body, and spirit for lasting transformation. Skilled therapists, medical staff, and specialists are available around the clock. Accredited by the Joint Commission, FRC is committed to helping people achieve balance and fulfillment. Clients from across the U.S. and abroad trust FRC’s compassionate care. Contact them today.
End the pain of addiction and reclaim your life - get help today with a FREE 24/7 call. Freedom Recovery Center guides individuals through addiction with personalized care, proven therapies, and a supportive community. Unlike standard rehabs, they focus on healing mind, body, and spirit for lasting transformation. Skilled therapists, medical staff, and specialists are available around the clock. Accredited by the Joint Commission, FRC is committed to helping people achieve balance and fulfillment. Clients from across the U.S. and abroad trust FRC’s compassionate care. Contact them today.
(732) 686-6165 View (732) 686-6165
Level Up Treatment Lawrenceville: Innovative Addiction Treatment in New Jersey. Level Up Treatment Lawrenceville, which you may know as We Level Up Lawrenceville NJ, is a leading addiction treatment New Jersey facility. Located in the historically significant and beautiful Lawrenceville, our center offers a range of specialized treatments meant to address various substance abuse disorders. From detoxification to residential care, our programs encompass evidence-based therapies, dual diagnosis treatment, and personalized care plans. With a focus on practical recovery steps and a compassionate approach, we empower individuals to overcome addiction and achieve lasting sobriety. At Level Up Treatment Lawrenceville, we're dedicated to guiding our clients toward a brighter, healthier future. Take the first step towards a life free from addiction. Contact us today to learn more about our addiction treatment services in New Jersey!
Level Up Treatment Lawrenceville: Innovative Addiction Treatment in New Jersey. Level Up Treatment Lawrenceville, which you may know as We Level Up Lawrenceville NJ, is a leading addiction treatment New Jersey facility. Located in the historically significant and beautiful Lawrenceville, our center offers a range of specialized treatments meant to address various substance abuse disorders. From detoxification to residential care, our programs encompass evidence-based therapies, dual diagnosis treatment, and personalized care plans. With a focus on practical recovery steps and a compassionate approach, we empower individuals to overcome addiction and achieve lasting sobriety. At Level Up Treatment Lawrenceville, we're dedicated to guiding our clients toward a brighter, healthier future. Take the first step towards a life free from addiction. Contact us today to learn more about our addiction treatment services in New Jersey!
(609) 316-4322 View (609) 316-4322
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Apex Behavioral Health and Recovery
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Families and Individuals struggling with Substance Use Disorders and Behavioral Health Disorders.
Families and Individuals struggling with Substance Use Disorders and Behavioral Health Disorders.
(973) 846-5599 View (973) 846-5599
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Emend Health Care
Treatment Center
Serves Area
We also operate an inpatient Residential facility that focuses on primary mental health concerns such as Bipolar, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Schizophrenia and more.
Emend Healthcare is a network of 9 treatment facilities that treat substance abuse and mental health disorders. Our diverse network of treatment programs allows us to treat anyone struggling with Substance Abuse and or Mental Health Disorders. Our Facilities Empower Recovery Center, Empower Residential Wellness Center, Benchmark Transitions, Benchmark Bridge of Montclair, My Limitless Journey, New Perspective Recovery offer a range of treatment services to meet our clients Behavioral Health needs. We provide all levels of care of treatment from a full medical detox all the way through intensive outpatient with sober living housing. We are in network with various insurances, and can work with our clients financial needs. So come experience the Emend Healthcare Difference. www.emendhealthcare.com
We also operate an inpatient Residential facility that focuses on primary mental health concerns such as Bipolar, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Schizophrenia and more.
Emend Healthcare is a network of 9 treatment facilities that treat substance abuse and mental health disorders. Our diverse network of treatment programs allows us to treat anyone struggling with Substance Abuse and or Mental Health Disorders. Our Facilities Empower Recovery Center, Empower Residential Wellness Center, Benchmark Transitions, Benchmark Bridge of Montclair, My Limitless Journey, New Perspective Recovery offer a range of treatment services to meet our clients Behavioral Health needs. We provide all levels of care of treatment from a full medical detox all the way through intensive outpatient with sober living housing. We are in network with various insurances, and can work with our clients financial needs. So come experience the Emend Healthcare Difference. www.emendhealthcare.com
(714) 519-2657 View (714) 519-2657
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Grandular Health Services
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Grandular Health Services offers various treatment and counselling for outpatient services to youth, adults, couples, veterans, seniors, LGBTQ+ , and others whose lives have been disrupted by anxiety, substance use disorder, bipolar disorder, anger, trauma, and other mental health concerns.
At our Gibbsboro NJ office, we provide the following therapeutic methods and more; • Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) • Marriage and Spiritual Counseling • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) • Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) • Parent Child Relationship Therapy • Substance Use Disorder Therapy • Personality Disorder Therapy • Autism Spectrum (ADD/ADHD),
Grandular Health Services offers various treatment and counselling for outpatient services to youth, adults, couples, veterans, seniors, LGBTQ+ , and others whose lives have been disrupted by anxiety, substance use disorder, bipolar disorder, anger, trauma, and other mental health concerns.
At our Gibbsboro NJ office, we provide the following therapeutic methods and more; • Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) • Marriage and Spiritual Counseling • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) • Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) • Parent Child Relationship Therapy • Substance Use Disorder Therapy • Personality Disorder Therapy • Autism Spectrum (ADD/ADHD),
(856) 658-1340 View (856) 658-1340
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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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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.