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Our Bipolar Disorder Treatment provides personalized, evidence-based care to help regulate mood swings and promote long-term emotional stability

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What is bipolar disorder?

We believe bipolar disorder is more than shifts in mood. It’s a condition that impacts the rhythm of your thoughts, energy, and emotional world.

At Tresna Psychiatry, we take a whole-person approach to treatment that recognizes the individuality behind the diagnosis.

Our care combines psychotherapy, lifestyle support, and personalized treatment planning to help you find stability, resilience, and meaning beyond the highs and lows.

When Is Bipolar Disorder A Problem?

Everyone experiences mood changes, but bipolar disorder involves episodes of depression and mania or hypomania that can disrupt your ability to function.

If your energy, sleep, behavior, or emotions feel out of control or if your mood shifts are affecting your relationships or work, it may be time to explore a diagnosis.

With the right support, people with bipolar disorder can live full, stable, and empowered lives.

What Are the Types of Bipolar Disorders?

Bipolar I Disorder

Involves at least one manic episode that may be preceded or followed by major depressive episodes.

Bipolar II Disorder

Includes patterns of depressive episodes and hypomanic episodes but not full mania.

Cyclothymic Disorder (Cyclothymia)

Marked by periods of hypomanic and depressive symptoms that are less severe but persist over two years or more.

How is bipolar disorder diagnosed?

There are no lab tests that definitively diagnose addiction, but clinicians use structured interviews, behavioral assessments, and clinical criteria from the DSM-5. Diagnosis is based on the pattern, severity, and impact of substance use on a person’s life. A full assessment may also include screening for co-occurring mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, or PTSD.

What Are the Symptoms of Bipolar Disorders?

Symptoms can include:

During depressive episodes, symptoms can include:

Low energy, sadness, or hopelessness
Loss of interest in activities
Sleep and appetite changes
Trouble concentrating or making decisions
Thoughts of worthlessness or suicide

During manic or hypomanic episodes:

Elevated or irritable mood
Increased energy and activity
Racing thoughts or rapid speech
Decreased need for sleep
Risk-taking behaviors or impulsive decisions

How are bipolar disorders treated?

Psychotherapy

Builds self-awareness and coping skills to manage mood changes, relationships, and stress

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Helps individuals recognize early signs of episodes and maintain healthier thought patterns

Trauma-Informed Therapy

Supports those whose mood dysregulation is rooted in early or chronic stress

Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)

A foundational tool for stabilizing mood and preventing severe shifts between depression and mania

Lifestyle & Wellness Support

Reinforces routines, self-care practices, and supportive environments that promote long-term balance

Interpersonal and Social Rhythm Therapy

Stabilizes mood through consistent routines, sleep regulation, and relational balance

Family or Couples Therapy

Enhances communication and understanding within relationships affected by mood shifts

Still have questions? How can we help?

How do I know if I have bipolar disorder or just mood swings?

Can bipolar disorder be diagnosed later in life?

Is there a difference between Bipolar I and Bipolar II?

What causes bipolar disorder?

Can therapy alone treat bipolar disorder?

What role does therapy play in recovery?

Is it possible to live a stable life with bipolar disorder?

Is treatment at Tresna Psychiatry confidential?

Mood swings are common, but bipolar disorder involves distinct episodes of depression and mania or hypomania that disrupt your ability to function. A clinical evaluation can help clarify the difference.

Yes. While symptoms often begin in late adolescence or early adulthood, many people are not diagnosed until much later. Changes in mood, energy, or behavior should not be dismissed at any age.

Yes. Bipolar I includes full manic episodes, while Bipolar II involves hypomanic episodes, which are less intense, along with depressive episodes. Both types can significantly impact daily life.

Bipolar disorder is believed to result from a combination of genetic, biological, and environmental factors. Stress, trauma, and sleep disruptions can also trigger episodes in vulnerable individuals.

Therapy is an essential part of treatment, but some individuals also benefit from medication to stabilize mood. The best approach is usually a personalized combination of both.

Consistent routines, sleep habits, exercise, and stress management are critical in maintaining mood stability. Lifestyle adjustments can reduce the frequency and intensity of episodes.

Absolutely. With the right support and treatment plan, many people with bipolar disorder lead full, meaningful lives with strong relationships, careers, and personal growth.

Yes. All services are provided in a confidential, respectful, and nonjudgmental setting. Your privacy and comfort are central to your care.

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