Expert Psychiatric
Treatment for Bipolar Disorder
Life with bipolar disorder can be extremely challenging. You might want to give up, but healing is possible. Psychiatric treatments have proven to be incredibly effective. From diagnosis to medication management, we guide you to regain control of your life and achieve lasting results.
Expert Care for Bipolar Disorder Treatment
A Step-by-Step Approach to Wellness
Our expert psychiatrists take on even the most severe cases. We work
with our patients to take one step at a time towards stable and improved
mental health. We focus on providing education, support, and effective treatment to help our patients manage their symptoms.
Personalized Psychiatric Treatment
Every individual has a unique journey with bipolar disorder. We understand
this and offer carefully designed treatment plans that are unique to each client. We work closely with our patients to devise a treatment plan that empowers them to manage their symptoms more effectively.
What is Bipolar Disorder?
Bipolar Disorder is characterized as a mood disorder that causes sudden shifts in the mood of the patient. There are frequent episodes of mania and hypomania. You can experience unusual changes in your energy levels. The constant cycle of manic ups and depressive lows can be frustrating and, in turn, disrupt your everyday life activities. Timely and accurate diagnosis and treatment can restore balance to your life by managing the symptoms more effectively.
How can Bipolar Disorder Affect Your life?
The severity of bipolar symptoms varies from person to person. Bipolar I display the most unusual emotions. Those suffering from it experience fast interval shifts between a manic and depressive episode. In instances of bipolar II disorder, the person suffers from a muted version of Bipolar I. During a manic episode, the sleep and eating patterns change due to increased energy levels. The person is more prone to risky behaviors than normal.
The picture is the opposite in the depressive episodes. During a depressive low, the patient feels a strong feeling of sadness and abandonment. It affects your sleeping and eating patterns. You are more likely to have increased trouble concentrating and can generally become lazier. The chronic depression and the lows can push you more towards suicidal thoughts.
Symptoms of Hypomania and Mania
Hypomania is less severe than mania. Both can cause noticeable relationship difficulties and problems in social settings, and while at work or school.
- Inflated self-esteem
- Increased energy and activity
- Distractibility
- Feeling euphoric and invincible
- Involvement in risky activities and poor decision-making
- Thoughts of suicide or death
Symptoms of Bipolar Depression
Typically, the depressive symptoms of bipolar disorder can affect your ability to function in your day-to-day activities and may become draining.
- Depressed mood
- Loss of interest in almost all activities
- Fatigue
- Difficulty concentrating
- Feeling guilty or worthless
- Thoughts of suicide or death
Get Expert Psychiatric Treatment for All Types of Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar I Disorder
This is a more severe type of bipolar disorder. It often involves one
or more manic episodes, which are often accompanied by depressive episodes.
Bipolar II Disorder
Bipolar II is not milder but a separate diagnosis of bipolar disorder. It involves hypomanic and depressive episodes, but proper manic episodes are absent.
Cyclothymic Disorder
It is a rare type of bipolar disorder that has less severe highs and
lows. There are shorter periods of hypomania and depressive symptoms, lasting at least two years.
How We Treat Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar Disorder is a complex mental health disorder that has severe effects on your day-to-day tasks. It can be tricky to diagnose the symptoms of bipolar disorder as they overlap with those of depression and borderline personality disorder. A delayed diagnosis can further complicate your life. The first step towards treating bipolar disorder is to get an accurate diagnosis from a professional psychiatrist; we can help you here.
If you feel you are experiencing symptoms of bipolar disorder, our experts can make a qualified evaluation of your condition. Once you have your diagnosis, we will work
closely with you to find the best treatment plan to manage your symptoms and improve your general mental health. With the right treatment, you can start living a better and more peaceful life.
How Does it Work?
Start your Intake Process
After requesting an appointment, one of our Intake Specialists will be contacting you shortly to begin the intake process. Choose a date and time that suits you.
Provide your Details
Fill in your details to book the appointment. You will meet with a doctor after your intake process has been completed.
Voila! Your Appointment is Scheduled
Congratulations on completing the first step towards your mental wellness. You will get a confirmation in your provided email with all the details of your first appointment.
Is a Psychiatrist the Right Choice for Your Mental Health?
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Treatments Available
SPRAVATO®: It is a ketamine-based and FDA-approved nasal spray prescription medication that is used to treat treatment-resistant depression (TRD) in adult patients. It works by targeting specific receptors in the brain and helps regulate mood.
SUBOXONE: Buprenorphine/Naloxone is a combination medication that is used to treat opioid addiction. Buprenorphine aids in reducing the withdrawal symptoms and cravings, while naloxone prevents chances of an overdose.
Testimonials
I was so surprised by how simple and convenient it was to set up my first online appointment. The virtual appointments fit perfectly into my busy schedule, and I didn’t even have to leave my house. It’s such a relief knowing help is just a few clicks away!
The medications prescribed by my psychiatrist have been life-changing. They listened to my concerns, explained the options, and found the right balance for me. I finally feel like myself again after years of struggling!
What I love most is having a key role in creating my treatment process. A psychiatrist who considers my preferences and adapts based on my response makes all the difference. It's great to be an active part of my own care.
The care team was truly amazing! They are so quick in response to my questions and always make me feel heard and understood. It's so nice to feel that I have such a supportive team that looks after my mental health.
Emergency Numbers and Clinic Locations
988
Call or text the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline for 24/7 emotional support.
911
If you’re having a medical or mental health emergency, call 911 or go to your local ER.
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FAQs
Bipolar disorder is a serious mental health condition that causes unstable mood shifts. These extreme mood swings can be of extreme happiness (mania or manic) or lows (depression or sadness). An individual suffering from bipolar disorder can experience a sudden shift in their energy that causes unstable and unpredictable mood swings.
No two cases of bipolar disorder are alike. These people can face extreme happiness or depression. Despite the peaks in their moods, an individual with bipolar disorder often does not realize how unstable their moods are and how it is affecting their lives. This can delay the treatment they require. This emotional crash can leave them overwhelmed and depressed , much like individuals struggling with certain Personality Disorders.
A psychiatrist can identify the symptoms and diagnose a patient if they have bipolar disorder. According to the type of bipolar disorder, the psychiatrist can then prescribe the appropriate drugs for treating it.
Psychiatrists can accurately diagnose bipolar disorder. A self-diagnosis should be avoided as it can be easily misdiagnosed as a borderline personality disorder. A bipolar specialist psychiatrist carefully inquires about the patient’s symptoms. In addition, he also performs a physical exam and recommends some blood tests to rule out the possibility of mood instability due to conditions like hypothyroidism. Bipolar disorder is a serious mental health condition that needs a qualified diagnosis.
Bipolar disorder is a major mood disorder, but it can be effectively treated with medication. As a first-line therapy, a psychiatrist may suggest mood stabilizers such as lithium, anticonvulsants such as valproate and lamotrigine, and atypical antipsychotic drugs. These mood stabilizers can assist in managing extreme mood swings.
