Therapy for Bipolar Disorder

• Understanding your own pattern. Bipolar disorder shows up differently for different people. Therapy helps you map your own early warning signs, triggers, and patterns — so you can respond earlier and more effectively.
• The aftermath of episodes. Manic and depressive episodes often leave real wreckage — in relationships, finances, work, and self-image. Processing what happened, and repairing what can be repaired, is part of the work.
• Identity and self-worth. Many people with bipolar disorder struggle with shame around the diagnosis and the impact of past episodes. Therapy creates space to build a stable sense of self that isn't held hostage to your worst moments.
• Relationships. Living with bipolar disorder affects partners, family members, and close friends. Individual therapy helps you navigate those dynamics — communicating about your needs, repairing ruptures, and maintaining connection through difficult stretches.
• Coordination with psychiatric care. Therapy and medication management work best together. We can work alongside your psychiatrist or prescriber as part of a coordinated approach to your care.

We work with adults who have a bipolar diagnosis and are medically stable, typically with psychiatric support in place. If you're in an active manic or mixed episode, or if medication management isn't yet established, we'll discuss what level of support makes the most sense.

All sessions are via telehealth. We work with adults across Oregon.