Embarking on the journey to understand and manage Bipolar Disorder symptoms can be both challenging and transformative. I’m here to guide you through this journey, offering a personalized approach that empowers you with the tools and strategies to manage your symptoms and avoid over expression of emotions.
Common Symptoms
Sadness and crying
These are common signs of depression.
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Feelings of hopelessness, worthlessness, and guilt
These negative thoughts are characteristic of a depressive episode.
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Loss of energy
These are common emotional responses to trauma.
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Loss of interest or pleasure in everyday activities
This is known as anhedonia, a common symptom of depression.
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Trouble concentrating and making decisions
Cognitive symptoms of depression can affect a person’s ability to function.
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Need for more sleep or sleeplessness
Changes in sleep patterns are common in depressive episodes.
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Change in appetite
People may eat more or less than usual, leading to weight gain or loss.
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Suicidal thoughts and attempts at suicide
Severe depression can lead to feelings of hopelessness and suicidal thoughts.
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Effective therapeutic techniques
Effective therapeutic techniques
Effective therapeutic techniques
Effective therapeutic techniques
Effective therapeutic techniques
Effective therapeutic techniques
Therapeutic techniques are strategies used in therapy to help individuals improve their mental health. We may use multiple techniques or focus on one method depending on the client’s needs and goals
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT):
CBT teaches people to be more in tune with their thoughts and how these thoughts influence emotions and behaviors.
Psychoeducation
This involves learning about bipolar disorder, understanding what early warning signs of depressive and manic episodes look like, and learning how to stick to lifestyle routines that make living with bipolar disorder more manageable.
Interpersonal and Social Rhythm Therapy
This therapy focuses on improving the regularity of daily rhythms, such as eating, sleeping, and other routine activities.
Family-Focused Therapy
This therapy involves family members and focuses on enhancing family coping, communication, and problem-solving.
Peer-Support Programs
These programs provide a supportive community of individuals who are experiencing the same struggles.
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy
This therapy combines cognitive therapy with mindfulness techniques to help individuals better understand and manage their thoughts and emotions.
Functional Remediation
This therapy focuses on the improvement of neurocognitive abilities.
Illness Management and Recovery
This is a program that helps individuals set meaningful goals for themselves, acquire information and skills to develop more mastery over their psychiatric illness, and make advances in their recovery process.
Ready to begin your journey to anxiety relief?
Contact me today to start your path to managing Bipolar Disorder symptoms. I provide personalized treatment and practical skills for a brighter future:
- Assessment & goals
- Evidence-based therapy
- Supportive environment
- Sustainable skills
