Bipolar Disorder therapists in Portland, Maine ME
Bipolar Disorder
Lisa Taylor-Austin
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, NCC, LPC, LMHC, CFMHE, CFBA, LCPC, LCMHC
Treating bipolar disorder takes a combination of psycho-education, understanding and learning how to manage the diagnosis.
36 Years Experience
Bipolar Disorder
Psychotherapy.Com
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Management of symptoms for stabilized clients with Bipolar disorder.
28 Years Experience
Bipolar Disorder
Jamie Pettus
Psychologist, PsyD
I enjoy working with those with Bipolar disorder and enjoy helping clients navigate the challenges of managing this disorder.
21 Years Experience
Bipolar Disorder
Jayson L. Mystkowski
Psychologist, Ph.D., ABPP
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Bipolar Disorder consists of several key ingredients, which exist in addition to compliance to a medication regimen supervised by a physician. First, clients learn how to identify unhealthy, negative beliefs and behaviors and replace them with healthy, positive ones. Clients also learn how to identify what triggers bipolar episodes, and effective strategies to manage stress and to cope with upsetting situations.
Second, Interpersonal and Social Rhythm Therapy (IPSRT) has clients stabilize daily rhythms, such as sleeping, waking and mealtimes. A consistent routine allows for better mood management. Clients with bipolar disorder benefit from establishing a daily routine for sleep, diet and exercise.
Thirdly, clients are provided with psychoeducation about bipolar disorder, which can help them and their loved ones understand the condition. Being fully informed about one's condition can help a client to get the best support, identify issues, make a plan to prevent relapse and stick with treatment.
Lastly, family support and healthy communication can help clients stick with their treatment plan and help them and their loved ones recognize and manage warning signs of mood swings.
20 Years Experience
Bipolar Disorder
Dr. Trey Cole
Psychologist, Psy.D., ABPP, DAAETS
Do you experience periods of high energy, speak too fast for others to understand, and engage in behaviors that others might describe as "high risk?" Are these experiences causing damage or stress in your life and relationships? If so, please reach out and learn how to find some balance in what often feels like a chaos.
17 Years Experience