Bipolar Disorder Treatment Centers in Dallas, TX

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Colorado Recovery
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75201
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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Southern California Sunrise Recovery Center
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Dallas, TX 75203
At Southern California Sunrise Recovery we will listen to you and learn from you. In the world of addiction and substance abuse people are lost in the shuffle of insurance needs, company and staff needs, and other distractions form the mission. Our mission is to hear you and to work as hard as you do to accomplish your goals. We've learned it takes a team approach and we are ready to be your teammate. If you are struggling with finding a purpose for recovery, finding yourself, understanding your addiction, or simply feeling lost, we understand. We do not judge our clients or impose a specific theory or belief system on them. Each persons addiction started and evolved in different ways. If you have struggled with addiction for 3 months or five years it will not take you simply 30 days to change your life. It takes time, patience, compassion, and hard work on both sides, yours and the team you choose to work with. Your treatment plan will be specific to your needs and the life you've been living.
At Southern California Sunrise Recovery we will listen to you and learn from you. In the world of addiction and substance abuse people are lost in the shuffle of insurance needs, company and staff needs, and other distractions form the mission. Our mission is to hear you and to work as hard as you do to accomplish your goals. We've learned it takes a team approach and we are ready to be your teammate. If you are struggling with finding a purpose for recovery, finding yourself, understanding your addiction, or simply feeling lost, we understand. We do not judge our clients or impose a specific theory or belief system on them. Each persons addiction started and evolved in different ways. If you have struggled with addiction for 3 months or five years it will not take you simply 30 days to change your life. It takes time, patience, compassion, and hard work on both sides, yours and the team you choose to work with. Your treatment plan will be specific to your needs and the life you've been living.
(949) 799-1661 View (949) 799-1661
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Mindpath Health - Dallas
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75230
Mindpath Health is a leading provider of high-quality outpatient mental health care, offering in-person and online visits. We provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and therapy.
Mindpath Health is a leading provider of high-quality outpatient mental health care, offering in-person and online visits. We provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and therapy.
(855) 976-2039 View (855) 976-2039
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Elevation Behavioral Health Mental Health Retreats
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75205
Elevation Behavioral Health is a premier private inpatient mental health facilities that focuses on assessing and effectively treating primary mental health conditions in conjunction with detoxification and addiction interventions. We make a positive, measurable difference in the physical, emotional and spiritual health of the people we serve while building up their confidence and respecting their dignity.
Elevation Behavioral Health is a premier private inpatient mental health facilities that focuses on assessing and effectively treating primary mental health conditions in conjunction with detoxification and addiction interventions. We make a positive, measurable difference in the physical, emotional and spiritual health of the people we serve while building up their confidence and respecting their dignity.
(818) 532-5813 View (818) 532-5813
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New Method Wellness : Detox, Residential, PHP, IOP
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75248
As seen on the Dr. Phil Show. We provide a truly unique approach to the recovery experience. In a typical week our clients enjoy body work, acupuncture,guided imagery, life skills training, individual/group and family counseling, equine therapy, exercise, nutritional classes, art therapy and more. We incorporate evidence-based therapy, medical treatment, holistic modalities and 12 step philosophy to bring about positive results. Our location in beautiful Orange County, California provides opportunities for fun as well as therapeutic activities. The beaches, a strong 12 step community, job opportunities, schools and shopping are all here for you. We are here to support, encourage, and assist you, as you build a new life. Our treatment team has decades of combined experience in the field of addiction recovery. We have the best in our field to help us make the dream of such an amazing treatment center become a reality. While all of our staff members are trained professionals, first and foremost we are compassionate, whole human beings looking to give what we can to help each and every individual that walks through our doors.
As seen on the Dr. Phil Show. We provide a truly unique approach to the recovery experience. In a typical week our clients enjoy body work, acupuncture,guided imagery, life skills training, individual/group and family counseling, equine therapy, exercise, nutritional classes, art therapy and more. We incorporate evidence-based therapy, medical treatment, holistic modalities and 12 step philosophy to bring about positive results. Our location in beautiful Orange County, California provides opportunities for fun as well as therapeutic activities. The beaches, a strong 12 step community, job opportunities, schools and shopping are all here for you. We are here to support, encourage, and assist you, as you build a new life. Our treatment team has decades of combined experience in the field of addiction recovery. We have the best in our field to help us make the dream of such an amazing treatment center become a reality. While all of our staff members are trained professionals, first and foremost we are compassionate, whole human beings looking to give what we can to help each and every individual that walks through our doors.
(657) 534-6247 View (657) 534-6247
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Military Program | Starlite Recovery Center
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75204
Located in Center Point, Texas, Starlite Recovery Center offers residential treatment for adults age 18 and older who are struggling with addiction and co-occurring mental health concerns. Active-duty military members and veterans can benefit from our Operation Liberty program for specialized substance use disorder care. Similarly, first responders can benefit from the Harbor of Hope Program. We also provide services for those who have co-occurring mental health concerns. This treatment level provides people with 24-hour support along with basic medical care and medication management. In addition to residential services, we also offer on-site detoxification, a process that helps patients rid their bodies of addictive substances and achieve stabilization. After detox, each patient continues with individual, group, and family therapy sessions based on their personalized treatment plan.
Located in Center Point, Texas, Starlite Recovery Center offers residential treatment for adults age 18 and older who are struggling with addiction and co-occurring mental health concerns. Active-duty military members and veterans can benefit from our Operation Liberty program for specialized substance use disorder care. Similarly, first responders can benefit from the Harbor of Hope Program. We also provide services for those who have co-occurring mental health concerns. This treatment level provides people with 24-hour support along with basic medical care and medication management. In addition to residential services, we also offer on-site detoxification, a process that helps patients rid their bodies of addictive substances and achieve stabilization. After detox, each patient continues with individual, group, and family therapy sessions based on their personalized treatment plan.
(855) 899-0253 View (855) 899-0253
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Paradigm Treatment - Teen Residential Treatment
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75201
At Paradigm Treatment, we have been providing residential treatment for teenagers (12-17) for over 12 years. Our program focuses on addressing mental health issues during this crucial developmental phase. While most teen treatment is focused on containing and changing behaviors, our goal is to identify the core issues driving negative coping skills. We help clients build self-awareness, heal from past traumas, learn coping strategies, life skills, and interpersonal tactics. Our skilled medical, clinical, and psychological staff work closely with each client, ensuring personalized support from the moment they enter our program. At Paradigm, we empower teens to build meaningful lives and equip them with skills to thrive beyond the completion of our program.
At Paradigm Treatment, we have been providing residential treatment for teenagers (12-17) for over 12 years. Our program focuses on addressing mental health issues during this crucial developmental phase. While most teen treatment is focused on containing and changing behaviors, our goal is to identify the core issues driving negative coping skills. We help clients build self-awareness, heal from past traumas, learn coping strategies, life skills, and interpersonal tactics. Our skilled medical, clinical, and psychological staff work closely with each client, ensuring personalized support from the moment they enter our program. At Paradigm, we empower teens to build meaningful lives and equip them with skills to thrive beyond the completion of our program.
(818) 369-3582 View (818) 369-3582
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Alternative to Meds Center
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Dallas, TX 75211
Alternative to Meds Center is a world authority on the subjects of biochemical correction of addiction and alternatives to psychiatric drugs. Licensed by the State of Arizona, we specialize in the utilization of environmental and orthomolecular medical strategies to accomplish tapered medication withdrawal and adjustment, as well as drug and alcohol addiction. We maintain relationships with nearby hospitals in order to handle acute cases needing detox or medical stabilization.
Alternative to Meds Center is a world authority on the subjects of biochemical correction of addiction and alternatives to psychiatric drugs. Licensed by the State of Arizona, we specialize in the utilization of environmental and orthomolecular medical strategies to accomplish tapered medication withdrawal and adjustment, as well as drug and alcohol addiction. We maintain relationships with nearby hospitals in order to handle acute cases needing detox or medical stabilization.
(800) 301-3753 View (800) 301-3753
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Austen Riggs Center
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75225
Located in Stockbridge, MA, with a national referral base, the Austen Riggs Center is an open and voluntary hospital-based continuum of care for adults (18+) with complex psychiatric problems. We offer a range of interventions within an integrated psychodynamic framework. An emphasis is placed on patient authority and responsibility while examining the meaning behind behaviors and how behaviors impact relationships. We treat the individual, not just the diagnosis. Patients come to us with multiple diagnoses, but we understand that these labels do not necessarily capture the essence of their struggles or strengths. In addition, through our Online Intensive Outpatient Program (now in-network with Carelon Behavioral Health) we offer online treatment to college students and emerging adults (18-30) in Massachusetts.
Located in Stockbridge, MA, with a national referral base, the Austen Riggs Center is an open and voluntary hospital-based continuum of care for adults (18+) with complex psychiatric problems. We offer a range of interventions within an integrated psychodynamic framework. An emphasis is placed on patient authority and responsibility while examining the meaning behind behaviors and how behaviors impact relationships. We treat the individual, not just the diagnosis. Patients come to us with multiple diagnoses, but we understand that these labels do not necessarily capture the essence of their struggles or strengths. In addition, through our Online Intensive Outpatient Program (now in-network with Carelon Behavioral Health) we offer online treatment to college students and emerging adults (18-30) in Massachusetts.
(855) 338-0060 View (855) 338-0060
Menninger's Solutions Intensive Outpatient Program
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75209
The Menninger Solutions team helps adults and their families gain the tools to deal with their substance use and co-dependency. More importantly, they walk with each client and family so they may gain the confidence and resources for living their most meaningful life. The intensive outpatient treatment program facilitates establishing healthy recovery and strengthening the important relationships between family members. Clients also work on their relationship with their Higher Power and new 12-step communities.
The Menninger Solutions team helps adults and their families gain the tools to deal with their substance use and co-dependency. More importantly, they walk with each client and family so they may gain the confidence and resources for living their most meaningful life. The intensive outpatient treatment program facilitates establishing healthy recovery and strengthening the important relationships between family members. Clients also work on their relationship with their Higher Power and new 12-step communities.
(214) 225-9383 View (214) 225-9383
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Lighthouse Recovery Texas (PHP and IOP Rehab)
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75240
Group and Individual Therapy to treat Drug and Alcohol Addiction. Our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is tailored to assess the client’s needs and build a clinical program that supports the individual’s goals. This level of care gives clients the tools and the opportunity for practical application – to build strength and confidence in their sobriety. We offer Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) to treat addiction, mental health, and dual diagnosis. Some clients may be better suited to starting at the PHP level of care and then transitioning to IOP, dependent on the client’s needs and history. We have a variety of individual, group, and family addiction therapy programs customizable to the needs of each individual and their family. Our therapists are licensed, master-level clinicians and trained in various treatment modalities. Our holistic philosophy combines clinical therapies and life-skills programming. We work with most private insurance providers to help offset the majority of the out-of-pocket treatment cost.
Group and Individual Therapy to treat Drug and Alcohol Addiction. Our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is tailored to assess the client’s needs and build a clinical program that supports the individual’s goals. This level of care gives clients the tools and the opportunity for practical application – to build strength and confidence in their sobriety. We offer Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) to treat addiction, mental health, and dual diagnosis. Some clients may be better suited to starting at the PHP level of care and then transitioning to IOP, dependent on the client’s needs and history. We have a variety of individual, group, and family addiction therapy programs customizable to the needs of each individual and their family. Our therapists are licensed, master-level clinicians and trained in various treatment modalities. Our holistic philosophy combines clinical therapies and life-skills programming. We work with most private insurance providers to help offset the majority of the out-of-pocket treatment cost.
(214) 624-3974 View (214) 624-3974
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The Meadows Outpatient Center - Dallas
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75248
The Meadows Outpatient Center program offers the benefit of The Meadows Model and the same high quality of care that exists on The Meadows main campuses. We combine The Meadows Model with a time-tested IOP milieu that together creates a blueprint for ongoing, successful, and long-term recovery. For over 40 years The Meadows has provided premier behavioral health treatment, addressing the core issues of trauma and addictive diseases. Our Dallas treatment center offers a full range of outpatient services for adults dealing with addiction, trauma, and other behavioral health conditions. We provide the same level of clinical excellence and integrity found at The Meadows inpatient programs, but with outpatient flexibility.
The Meadows Outpatient Center program offers the benefit of The Meadows Model and the same high quality of care that exists on The Meadows main campuses. We combine The Meadows Model with a time-tested IOP milieu that together creates a blueprint for ongoing, successful, and long-term recovery. For over 40 years The Meadows has provided premier behavioral health treatment, addressing the core issues of trauma and addictive diseases. Our Dallas treatment center offers a full range of outpatient services for adults dealing with addiction, trauma, and other behavioral health conditions. We provide the same level of clinical excellence and integrity found at The Meadows inpatient programs, but with outpatient flexibility.
(972) 789-2952 View (972) 789-2952
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LifeWorks Recovery
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75244
We are creating a world of Purposeful Lives by joining clients on their journey of healing and recovery. We work with clients to change their every day living from surviving to thriving. To accomplish this, we meet clients where they are on their journey, and we begin to take steps with them to a balanced and fulfilling live. We believe in a holistic and collaborative approach: we address the mind, body, and spirit, and offer a variety of techniques including CBT, CSAT (Patrick Carnes Research), Family Systems, EMDR, Mindfulness, and more. It is our mission to help you discover your empowered self that you love, accept, and connect with.
We are creating a world of Purposeful Lives by joining clients on their journey of healing and recovery. We work with clients to change their every day living from surviving to thriving. To accomplish this, we meet clients where they are on their journey, and we begin to take steps with them to a balanced and fulfilling live. We believe in a holistic and collaborative approach: we address the mind, body, and spirit, and offer a variety of techniques including CBT, CSAT (Patrick Carnes Research), Family Systems, EMDR, Mindfulness, and more. It is our mission to help you discover your empowered self that you love, accept, and connect with.
(469) 416-3546 View (469) 416-3546
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Eating Disorder Solutions
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75219
Located in Texas, Eating Disorder Solutions provides personalized eating disorder treatment for adults of all genders struggling with anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, ARFID, OSFED, and co-occurring disorders like depression and anxiety. We offer a seamless continuum of care for every stage of recovery including residential treatment, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient programs. Our trauma-informed, holistic approach helps restore physical health, repair the relationship with food, establish a positive body image, rebuild self-esteem and teach healthy coping skills for lifelong recovery.
Located in Texas, Eating Disorder Solutions provides personalized eating disorder treatment for adults of all genders struggling with anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, ARFID, OSFED, and co-occurring disorders like depression and anxiety. We offer a seamless continuum of care for every stage of recovery including residential treatment, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient programs. Our trauma-informed, holistic approach helps restore physical health, repair the relationship with food, establish a positive body image, rebuild self-esteem and teach healthy coping skills for lifelong recovery.
(469) 291-0736 View (469) 291-0736
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LifeWorks Recovery
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75287
If you find that you are struggling with lack of connection and passion, fighting all the time, experiencing sexual dysfunction, or sexual compulsivity/addiction, we can support you in healing, leading to empowering connection with yourself and others. As humans, we need deep connection with others and when we don't have it in the ways we need, it is severely painful. In our own pain, feeling inadequate, not enough, not desired or wanted, not loved, unable to be ourselves and so on, we lose disconnection with ourselves and others. Our therapists at LifeWorks Recovery in Grapevine are here to help you heal holistically and systematically. This means we work with you to heal all levels of yourself (psychological, physical, spiritual, financial, relational, and so on.
If you find that you are struggling with lack of connection and passion, fighting all the time, experiencing sexual dysfunction, or sexual compulsivity/addiction, we can support you in healing, leading to empowering connection with yourself and others. As humans, we need deep connection with others and when we don't have it in the ways we need, it is severely painful. In our own pain, feeling inadequate, not enough, not desired or wanted, not loved, unable to be ourselves and so on, we lose disconnection with ourselves and others. Our therapists at LifeWorks Recovery in Grapevine are here to help you heal holistically and systematically. This means we work with you to heal all levels of yourself (psychological, physical, spiritual, financial, relational, and so on.
(817) 809-3917 View (817) 809-3917
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Resource Center Behavioral Health - LGBTQ+
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75235
We provide accepting and affirmative counseling services for the LGBTQIA+ and allied community in Texas.
We provide accepting and affirmative counseling services for the LGBTQIA+ and allied community in Texas.
(214) 393-3640 View (214) 393-3640
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Enterhealth Ranch
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75225
The Enterhealth Outpatient Center of Excellence is a comprehensive center for medically-based recovery located in the Park Cities area of Dallas. Whether you are continuing treatment from our luxury residential Enterhealth Ranch or privately seeking outpatient care, your continuum of recovery can be achieved in our upscale, comfortable therapy and treatment rooms. The Enterhealth program was created by recognized medical experts using National Institutes of Health research. Addiction is a chronic, treatable brain disease that requires a medical approach; it cannot be treated by 12 step programs alone, and our patient success rate is three times more effective than these. Our doctors are experts in the field, and provide individual, customized treatment plans.
The Enterhealth Outpatient Center of Excellence is a comprehensive center for medically-based recovery located in the Park Cities area of Dallas. Whether you are continuing treatment from our luxury residential Enterhealth Ranch or privately seeking outpatient care, your continuum of recovery can be achieved in our upscale, comfortable therapy and treatment rooms. The Enterhealth program was created by recognized medical experts using National Institutes of Health research. Addiction is a chronic, treatable brain disease that requires a medical approach; it cannot be treated by 12 step programs alone, and our patient success rate is three times more effective than these. Our doctors are experts in the field, and provide individual, customized treatment plans.
(866) 871-8430 View (866) 871-8430
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The Arbor
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Dallas, TX 75205
The Arbor Behavioral Healthcare’s innovative inpatient program is located on 67 acres along the shores of the San Gabriel River. Clients reside in luxurious, gender specific residences that offer a small group setting, chef-prepared meals and a peaceful environment away from the distractions of life where one can focus on his or her recovery. We offer a holistic, 90-day program that includes both traditional and cutting-edge, evidence-based therapies. Our program provides support for those suffering co-occurring mental health and addiction disorders, or a history of trauma. We work with our clients and their families to create a continuing care program that provides long-term support for as long as needed. Optional long-term support is available via our continuum of care, a system of programs and support groups that offer various levels of structure and accountability as the person graduates from inpatient care to an increasingly independent life.
The Arbor Behavioral Healthcare’s innovative inpatient program is located on 67 acres along the shores of the San Gabriel River. Clients reside in luxurious, gender specific residences that offer a small group setting, chef-prepared meals and a peaceful environment away from the distractions of life where one can focus on his or her recovery. We offer a holistic, 90-day program that includes both traditional and cutting-edge, evidence-based therapies. Our program provides support for those suffering co-occurring mental health and addiction disorders, or a history of trauma. We work with our clients and their families to create a continuing care program that provides long-term support for as long as needed. Optional long-term support is available via our continuum of care, a system of programs and support groups that offer various levels of structure and accountability as the person graduates from inpatient care to an increasingly independent life.
(866) 202-0641 View (866) 202-0641
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Chapter House Counseling Center
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75209
Chapter House Counseling Center is a licensed Intensive Outpatient Treatment facility located in a suburb of Dallas, Texas. We provide clinical outpatient services to persons with substance abuse and mental health disorders, with a specialty in chronic relapse. We provide individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy, substance abuse assessments and evaluations, psychiatric evaluations, psychiatric medication management.
Chapter House Counseling Center is a licensed Intensive Outpatient Treatment facility located in a suburb of Dallas, Texas. We provide clinical outpatient services to persons with substance abuse and mental health disorders, with a specialty in chronic relapse. We provide individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy, substance abuse assessments and evaluations, psychiatric evaluations, psychiatric medication management.
(972) 675-7229 View (972) 675-7229
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The Meadows Texas
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75225
The Meadows Texas is a licensed substance abuse treatment facility that provides a personal approach to care for men and women suffering from substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. Our highly trained team of physicians, nurses, therapists and residential staff are addiction specialists who will get to know each patient in order to develop an individualized recovery plan. All treatment plans follow an evidence-based, comprehensive model of treatment that heals whole patients as well as their family systems to set them up for a successful life in recovery.
The Meadows Texas is a licensed substance abuse treatment facility that provides a personal approach to care for men and women suffering from substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. Our highly trained team of physicians, nurses, therapists and residential staff are addiction specialists who will get to know each patient in order to develop an individualized recovery plan. All treatment plans follow an evidence-based, comprehensive model of treatment that heals whole patients as well as their family systems to set them up for a successful life in recovery.
(469) 615-2706 View (469) 615-2706
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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.