Bipolar Disorder Counselling in North West London, London

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Dr. Aziz Anzabi
Counsellor, PhD, ACC-AC
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW11
I have spent several years working with couples therapy, bipolar, depression ,anxiety disorders, addiction, PMS ,infant loss and OCD .I'm committed to providing counselling with the most up-to-date techniques to build a healing and therapeutic relationship with clients. I will help my client to recover from stress, anxiety, trauma and loss. During the sessions I ensure that the relationship between me and the client is a safe and supportive, one in order to allow the client to freely express their problems. Each session will be fully effective in order to help my patients solve or overcome their problem.
I have spent several years working with couples therapy, bipolar, depression ,anxiety disorders, addiction, PMS ,infant loss and OCD .I'm committed to providing counselling with the most up-to-date techniques to build a healing and therapeutic relationship with clients. I will help my client to recover from stress, anxiety, trauma and loss. During the sessions I ensure that the relationship between me and the client is a safe and supportive, one in order to allow the client to freely express their problems. Each session will be fully effective in order to help my patients solve or overcome their problem.
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Dr Lana Gerrard-Molle
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North West London, London NW2
I am a HCPC and BPS registered Counselling Psychologist offering short and long-term psychotherapy and counselling in North West London for an expanse of issues, from day-to-day difficulties and worries to more complex psychological problems. I have a broad training in a number of psychological models including Psychodynamic psychotherapy, CBT, Mentalisation Based Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, and Narrative Explosure Therapy. I have many years of experience working with individuals suffering from a variety of mental health problems including depression, anxiety, PTSD, and post-natal depression, and, severe and enduring mental illness including psychosis, bipolar and personality disorders.
I am a HCPC and BPS registered Counselling Psychologist offering short and long-term psychotherapy and counselling in North West London for an expanse of issues, from day-to-day difficulties and worries to more complex psychological problems. I have a broad training in a number of psychological models including Psychodynamic psychotherapy, CBT, Mentalisation Based Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, and Narrative Explosure Therapy. I have many years of experience working with individuals suffering from a variety of mental health problems including depression, anxiety, PTSD, and post-natal depression, and, severe and enduring mental illness including psychosis, bipolar and personality disorders.
07480 487369 View 07480 487369
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Awawu Ola Ajala
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW1
I have experience working with a range of mental health problems such as depression, anxiety, OCD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, personality disorder, eating disorder, trauma, PTSD and ASD.
Systemic Family Therapy is a branch of Psychotherapy that promotes change and emotional growth through the shared exploration of troubling experiences; it helps find possible solutions to difficult situations. In life individuals, couples, and families can face many stresses, worries, and changes that can be hard to manage. When difficulties do not resolve naturally or when it feels like close relationships are suffering, Systemic Psychotherapy can help. Systemic Psychotherapy can help to address a range of difficulties and it can be applied to work with both individuals as well as groups of people.
I have experience working with a range of mental health problems such as depression, anxiety, OCD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, personality disorder, eating disorder, trauma, PTSD and ASD.
Systemic Family Therapy is a branch of Psychotherapy that promotes change and emotional growth through the shared exploration of troubling experiences; it helps find possible solutions to difficult situations. In life individuals, couples, and families can face many stresses, worries, and changes that can be hard to manage. When difficulties do not resolve naturally or when it feels like close relationships are suffering, Systemic Psychotherapy can help. Systemic Psychotherapy can help to address a range of difficulties and it can be applied to work with both individuals as well as groups of people.
020 4538 6897 View 020 4538 6897
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Thomas Sherry. Psychotherapy /Psychosexual Therapy
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North West London, London NW1
I have worked as a psychotherapist for over 15 years. I work with a range of people presenting with complex difficulties. Such as ADHD , bipolar disorder, BPD, Anxeity, Depression, relationship difficulties, sexual problems , low self esteem, self doubt , imposter syndrome. I'm here to help you understand the lables given by yourself and others, and how they form part of your self-belief system and which can be supportive or undermining. I love seeing how clients thrive by having a confidential space to express themselves honestly and gain a deep perspective on their life.
I have worked as a psychotherapist for over 15 years. I work with a range of people presenting with complex difficulties. Such as ADHD , bipolar disorder, BPD, Anxeity, Depression, relationship difficulties, sexual problems , low self esteem, self doubt , imposter syndrome. I'm here to help you understand the lables given by yourself and others, and how they form part of your self-belief system and which can be supportive or undermining. I love seeing how clients thrive by having a confidential space to express themselves honestly and gain a deep perspective on their life.
020 3835 4688 View 020 3835 4688
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Dr Zarina Prayag
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW3  (Online Only)
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years’ experience working with clients with a range of difficulties, including low mood, self-esteem issues, worry, anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, phobias, relationship issues, trauma, psychosis, schizophrenia, and bipolar affective disorder. I have a special interest in working with clients with anxiety-related difficulties, and self-esteem and self-confidence issues. I am experienced in working with clients in the corporate sector, and people in sport. I also have experience working with clients with Asperger’s Syndrome, and adapt therapy to meet the needs of my clients.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years’ experience working with clients with a range of difficulties, including low mood, self-esteem issues, worry, anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, phobias, relationship issues, trauma, psychosis, schizophrenia, and bipolar affective disorder. I have a special interest in working with clients with anxiety-related difficulties, and self-esteem and self-confidence issues. I am experienced in working with clients in the corporate sector, and people in sport. I also have experience working with clients with Asperger’s Syndrome, and adapt therapy to meet the needs of my clients.
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Nandu Menon
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW11
I specialise in Trauma (including PTSD), Psychosis, Bipolar, Anxiety Spectrum problems, Depression, Bereavement, with over 11 yrs.
You may experience unexpected disruption, chronic conditions, major life upheaval, triggering of past experiences, bereavement, and any of these could create anxiety, trauma or depression. Understanding could fall away, your support system could become unhelpful, anti-depressants may not be effective and your coping mechanisms may not work. You may feel overpowered by your circumstances and perhaps seek support and reinforcement as you experience distress. You may want your complex issues to be contained and get some tools and techniques to cope. Perhaps you may just like to confide in someone and share your experience.
I specialise in Trauma (including PTSD), Psychosis, Bipolar, Anxiety Spectrum problems, Depression, Bereavement, with over 11 yrs.
You may experience unexpected disruption, chronic conditions, major life upheaval, triggering of past experiences, bereavement, and any of these could create anxiety, trauma or depression. Understanding could fall away, your support system could become unhelpful, anti-depressants may not be effective and your coping mechanisms may not work. You may feel overpowered by your circumstances and perhaps seek support and reinforcement as you experience distress. You may want your complex issues to be contained and get some tools and techniques to cope. Perhaps you may just like to confide in someone and share your experience.
020 4538 4478 View 020 4538 4478
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Eoghan Naughton
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North West London, London NW10
My approach aims to provide a safe and trusted space, respectful of each individual's capacity for personal growth. Psychotherapy seeks to help each individual live a more fulfilling life. My aim is to help each person find what works in dealing with the particular circumstances and stresses which cause suffering. I have experience and training in working with complex and longstanding mental health problems such as interpersonal difficulties, bipolar affective disorder, severe depression, trauma and anxiety and currently work in the NHS in secondary care. I have worked as a visiting lecturer at City University.
My approach aims to provide a safe and trusted space, respectful of each individual's capacity for personal growth. Psychotherapy seeks to help each individual live a more fulfilling life. My aim is to help each person find what works in dealing with the particular circumstances and stresses which cause suffering. I have experience and training in working with complex and longstanding mental health problems such as interpersonal difficulties, bipolar affective disorder, severe depression, trauma and anxiety and currently work in the NHS in secondary care. I have worked as a visiting lecturer at City University.
020 3974 1455 View 020 3974 1455
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MdC Music Therapy
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Music Therap.
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW1  (Online Only)
I believe in each person’s innate musicality (Trevarthen and Malloch 2000) and recognise each person’s musical and creative core. I believe we are all resilient and resourceful but that many forces in the world, including racism, sexism, colonialism, capitalism, and more, consistently try to disconnect us from our inner power and the power of our collective communities. I believe strongly in the capacity of music in therapy to restore this connection, empowering us to access our authentic musicality and creativity and our buried resilience. I am here to support your healing in the way that feels best for you.
I believe in each person’s innate musicality (Trevarthen and Malloch 2000) and recognise each person’s musical and creative core. I believe we are all resilient and resourceful but that many forces in the world, including racism, sexism, colonialism, capitalism, and more, consistently try to disconnect us from our inner power and the power of our collective communities. I believe strongly in the capacity of music in therapy to restore this connection, empowering us to access our authentic musicality and creativity and our buried resilience. I am here to support your healing in the way that feels best for you.
020 3879 4239 View 020 3879 4239
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DBT London
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North West London, London NW4
Step 1: Personalised Assessment with DBT London: your path to well-being begins with a detailed, personalised DBT assessment. It’s convenient and friendly, once your payment is confirmed, you’ll receive a Zoom link for a one-on-one session with one of our expert DBT therapists, specialising in DBT Skills for Emotional Regulation and Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). Together, we’ll determine if DBT online is the right solution for your needs. Fee: £85 for a one-hour, comprehensive DBT therapy session and treatment plan. If DBT seems like the right choice, we’ll proceed with complimentary precommitment sessions.
Step 1: Personalised Assessment with DBT London: your path to well-being begins with a detailed, personalised DBT assessment. It’s convenient and friendly, once your payment is confirmed, you’ll receive a Zoom link for a one-on-one session with one of our expert DBT therapists, specialising in DBT Skills for Emotional Regulation and Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). Together, we’ll determine if DBT online is the right solution for your needs. Fee: £85 for a one-hour, comprehensive DBT therapy session and treatment plan. If DBT seems like the right choice, we’ll proceed with complimentary precommitment sessions.
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Lia Brown
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW3
Clients reach out to me because they are struggling within themselves, their work or their relationships. They might be feeling depressed, anxious, dreadful, stressed, overwhelmed, lonely, angry, empty, numb, purposeless, meaningless, traumatised, disconnected; yet not realise it. They might need to feel better, and live fulfilled lives. They may want to discover themselves and what would make them happy. At times people enter therapy in a crisis or for a multitude of other reasons and stay for various lengths of time. The time of entry is usually significant. Therapy is no longer a stigma; self development is now a norm.
Clients reach out to me because they are struggling within themselves, their work or their relationships. They might be feeling depressed, anxious, dreadful, stressed, overwhelmed, lonely, angry, empty, numb, purposeless, meaningless, traumatised, disconnected; yet not realise it. They might need to feel better, and live fulfilled lives. They may want to discover themselves and what would make them happy. At times people enter therapy in a crisis or for a multitude of other reasons and stay for various lengths of time. The time of entry is usually significant. Therapy is no longer a stigma; self development is now a norm.
020 3984 8198 View 020 3984 8198
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Mona Farjad
Psychotherapist, MSc, CPsychol
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW11
تحصیلات من با لیسانس روانشناسی کودک از دانشگاه علامه طباطبایی و فوق لیسانس روانشناسی بالینی در دانشگاه علوم تحقیقات تهران آغاز شد سپس با شروع رواندرمانی پویشی، تحت نظریه ی روانکاوی مدرن کار درمانی با نوجوانان و بزرگسالانی که با تاثر ازاختلالات شخصیت و خلق در روابط اجتماعی، صمیمانه و کار و تحصیل خود دچار دشواری شده اند پرداخته ام در مسیر درمانگری از سوپروایزرهای مرکز مطالعات روانکاوی نیویورک بهره گرفتم و دوره مطالعات روانکاوی را در دانشگاه برکبک لندن در سال ۱۴۰۲ با انجام تحقیقی در زمینه روانکاوی اجتماعی جنبش های زنان به پایان رسانده ام. در حیطه پژوهش علاقمندی مطالعاتی ام موضوعات زنان؛ مهاجرت و تحلیل روانکاوی آثار ادبی و هنری است.
تحصیلات من با لیسانس روانشناسی کودک از دانشگاه علامه طباطبایی و فوق لیسانس روانشناسی بالینی در دانشگاه علوم تحقیقات تهران آغاز شد سپس با شروع رواندرمانی پویشی، تحت نظریه ی روانکاوی مدرن کار درمانی با نوجوانان و بزرگسالانی که با تاثر ازاختلالات شخصیت و خلق در روابط اجتماعی، صمیمانه و کار و تحصیل خود دچار دشواری شده اند پرداخته ام در مسیر درمانگری از سوپروایزرهای مرکز مطالعات روانکاوی نیویورک بهره گرفتم و دوره مطالعات روانکاوی را در دانشگاه برکبک لندن در سال ۱۴۰۲ با انجام تحقیقی در زمینه روانکاوی اجتماعی جنبش های زنان به پایان رسانده ام. در حیطه پژوهش علاقمندی مطالعاتی ام موضوعات زنان؛ مهاجرت و تحلیل روانکاوی آثار ادبی و هنری است.
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Gavriel Rubin
MA
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW11
As an HCPC registered Music Therapist with experience working in the NHS, I use music to aid individuals facing mental health challenges in reconnecting with themselves, overcoming obstacles, and discovering inner wisdom and self-love. Music Therapy, an evidence-based practice, enhances emotional, mental, and physical well-being through tailored therapeutic interventions. Focusing on the 'therapy' aspect of 'music therapy', we utilise music to foster a strong client-therapist relationship. Within a confidential and non-judgmental space, we explore concerns, relationships, challenges, and successes creatively and safely.
As an HCPC registered Music Therapist with experience working in the NHS, I use music to aid individuals facing mental health challenges in reconnecting with themselves, overcoming obstacles, and discovering inner wisdom and self-love. Music Therapy, an evidence-based practice, enhances emotional, mental, and physical well-being through tailored therapeutic interventions. Focusing on the 'therapy' aspect of 'music therapy', we utilise music to foster a strong client-therapist relationship. Within a confidential and non-judgmental space, we explore concerns, relationships, challenges, and successes creatively and safely.
020 3948 9786 View 020 3948 9786
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Carla Buongiovanni
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW1
I have been working as a clinical psychologist and a psychotherapist since 1993.
I have been working as a clinical psychologist and a psychotherapist since 1993.
020 3872 3075 View 020 3872 3075
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Kasia Marzynska
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW6
I'm a psychotherapist (MSc), Somatic trauma therapist and EMDR therapist working with depression, anxiety, loss, sexual identity, self-esteem & relationship difficulties, abuse, trauma, PTSD. Through therapy, I can help you restore your strength and build up your resilience so that you can face life’s challenges with greater ease. I’ll support you in learning how to make empowering choices, regain control over your feelings, actions and relationships, as well as finding resolution to painful past events so you can achieve positive changes in life.
I'm a psychotherapist (MSc), Somatic trauma therapist and EMDR therapist working with depression, anxiety, loss, sexual identity, self-esteem & relationship difficulties, abuse, trauma, PTSD. Through therapy, I can help you restore your strength and build up your resilience so that you can face life’s challenges with greater ease. I’ll support you in learning how to make empowering choices, regain control over your feelings, actions and relationships, as well as finding resolution to painful past events so you can achieve positive changes in life.
020 3835 5793 View 020 3835 5793
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Deven Thakeria
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW4
To navigate through the jungle that we may call life can be a lonely and often confusing struggle. I am here to walk beside you, to provide you the safety and trust to heal from the wounds of yesterday and embrace tomorrow with greater inner strength. I am a qualified Integrative Therapist; this means that I incorporate a range of theoretical approaches to absorb what you may be experiencing and explore how you can live with more harmony. With extensive experience as a counsellor, coach and mediator within the NHS and universities, I believe we can create a flexible working relationship tailored to your needs.
To navigate through the jungle that we may call life can be a lonely and often confusing struggle. I am here to walk beside you, to provide you the safety and trust to heal from the wounds of yesterday and embrace tomorrow with greater inner strength. I am a qualified Integrative Therapist; this means that I incorporate a range of theoretical approaches to absorb what you may be experiencing and explore how you can live with more harmony. With extensive experience as a counsellor, coach and mediator within the NHS and universities, I believe we can create a flexible working relationship tailored to your needs.
020 8106 8814 View 020 8106 8814
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Deborah Sless
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North West London, London NW5
I am a fully qualified experienced and accredited psychotherapist working with individuals and couples (since 1992). I am also an accredited COSRT Psychosexual and Relationship therapist. My aim is to build a safe and holding space for a trusting relationship to develop where you can explore and share your thoughts, feelings, behaviours and problems/difficulties. I believe that you have many of the answers you are seeking within yourself.
I am a fully qualified experienced and accredited psychotherapist working with individuals and couples (since 1992). I am also an accredited COSRT Psychosexual and Relationship therapist. My aim is to build a safe and holding space for a trusting relationship to develop where you can explore and share your thoughts, feelings, behaviours and problems/difficulties. I believe that you have many of the answers you are seeking within yourself.
020 3984 7837 View 020 3984 7837
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Dr Cristian A Nica
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW1
Psychologist, HCPC-registered supervisor in clinical, counselling, health and occupational psychology. Providing services for individuals, couples and families beginning from eclectic CBT interventions (ACT, DBT, ST) - the most effective and intuitive psychological framework. I address all psychopathologies. My goal is to provide you with a strong mental platform and the skills to help you keep your life in reach. Progress means change, rehearsing new ways of thinking or a range of strategies to iterate development safely. The result, a genuine approach for you to always find a better way forward.
Psychologist, HCPC-registered supervisor in clinical, counselling, health and occupational psychology. Providing services for individuals, couples and families beginning from eclectic CBT interventions (ACT, DBT, ST) - the most effective and intuitive psychological framework. I address all psychopathologies. My goal is to provide you with a strong mental platform and the skills to help you keep your life in reach. Progress means change, rehearsing new ways of thinking or a range of strategies to iterate development safely. The result, a genuine approach for you to always find a better way forward.
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Dr Navi Nagra
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North West London, London NW9  (Online Only)
Hi there, thank you for visiting my page and taking the first step in exploring support. My name is Dr Navi Nagra and I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist with over 11 years experience working across different ages, health conditions and settings e.g. community work, clinics, hospitals etc. I currently work with the NHS, leading psychology work within Ageing and Mental Health as well as dementia services. My approaches to support are multi-level with precedence given to our cultural context and histories to help co create roads of change. 'Make the model fit the person NOT the person fit the model' is my motto.
Hi there, thank you for visiting my page and taking the first step in exploring support. My name is Dr Navi Nagra and I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist with over 11 years experience working across different ages, health conditions and settings e.g. community work, clinics, hospitals etc. I currently work with the NHS, leading psychology work within Ageing and Mental Health as well as dementia services. My approaches to support are multi-level with precedence given to our cultural context and histories to help co create roads of change. 'Make the model fit the person NOT the person fit the model' is my motto.
020 3002 7293 View 020 3002 7293
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Juliet Carr
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW6
I offer a supportive, soulful approach within a confidential space. I provide Integrative counselling and therapy for individuals with the aim of helping you to engage with your inner resources to process the pain and difficulties that stop you living life more fully. My clients come from many different backgrounds and life situations.
I offer a supportive, soulful approach within a confidential space. I provide Integrative counselling and therapy for individuals with the aim of helping you to engage with your inner resources to process the pain and difficulties that stop you living life more fully. My clients come from many different backgrounds and life situations.
020 4524 2989 View 020 4524 2989
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Alan Stoddart
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North West London, London NW5
I am a psychotherapist working in Camden near Kentish Town. Having a good and trusting relationship with your therapist is important in therapy. With this in mind, we can meet for an initial online consultation to discuss your needs and goals in terms, and explore how it feels for us to work together.
I am a psychotherapist working in Camden near Kentish Town. Having a good and trusting relationship with your therapist is important in therapy. With this in mind, we can meet for an initial online consultation to discuss your needs and goals in terms, and explore how it feels for us to work together.
07904 019645 View 07904 019645

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Bipolar Disorder Counsellors

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.