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Suban A Warsame
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43219
My name is Suban Warsame. I graduated with my Master’s in Nursing with the specialty of Psychiatry and Mental Health from Northern Kentucky University. I have a passion for mental health and love working with individuals from all age groups. I specialize in depression, anxiety, bipolar, ADHD. I am passionate about women’s mental health especially post postpartum depression.
My name is Suban Warsame. I graduated with my Master’s in Nursing with the specialty of Psychiatry and Mental Health from Northern Kentucky University. I have a passion for mental health and love working with individuals from all age groups. I specialize in depression, anxiety, bipolar, ADHD. I am passionate about women’s mental health especially post postpartum depression.
(614) 412-1087 View (614) 412-1087
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Daniel Wilson Funk
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, APRN, MSN
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43203  (Online Only)
I specialize in treating a variety of common psychiatric disorders, including depression, anxiety, bipolar, PTSD, sleep, and personality disorders. This practice is 100% remote/telepsychiatry, proudly serving Ohio. This practice is not currently managing controlled substances (including stimulants and benzodiazepines). This practice does not offer neuropsychological testing or ADHD diagnostic assessments for adults who haven't had this diagnosis established prior to age 12. This practice does not offer stand-alone establishment or confirmation of ADHD for other providers, including primary care providers.
I specialize in treating a variety of common psychiatric disorders, including depression, anxiety, bipolar, PTSD, sleep, and personality disorders. This practice is 100% remote/telepsychiatry, proudly serving Ohio. This practice is not currently managing controlled substances (including stimulants and benzodiazepines). This practice does not offer neuropsychological testing or ADHD diagnostic assessments for adults who haven't had this diagnosis established prior to age 12. This practice does not offer stand-alone establishment or confirmation of ADHD for other providers, including primary care providers.
(380) 777-9815 View (380) 777-9815
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Evan Silverland
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43205
Are you struggling with your mental health? Have you attempted therapy and utilized coping skills without much relief? Unsure if medication is appropriate for you or is what you're currently taking not working? As a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, I can help guide you in this decision making process. I see patients of all ages experiencing a wide range of illness, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.
Are you struggling with your mental health? Have you attempted therapy and utilized coping skills without much relief? Unsure if medication is appropriate for you or is what you're currently taking not working? As a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, I can help guide you in this decision making process. I see patients of all ages experiencing a wide range of illness, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.
(614) 756-6898 View (614) 756-6898
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Linda Griffin Nsombi
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43219  (Online Only)
My name is Linda Griffin Nsombi, I’ve worked in mental health for many years. Caring for clients of all ages and backgrounds as well as drug/alcohol addiction treatment. Treating depression, bipolar, anxiety, schizophrenia, OCD, ADHD and more. I look forward to assisting you with your life challenges. I will provide medication education as well as supportive therapy during medication management visit.
My name is Linda Griffin Nsombi, I’ve worked in mental health for many years. Caring for clients of all ages and backgrounds as well as drug/alcohol addiction treatment. Treating depression, bipolar, anxiety, schizophrenia, OCD, ADHD and more. I look forward to assisting you with your life challenges. I will provide medication education as well as supportive therapy during medication management visit.
(513) 540-2170 View (513) 540-2170
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April DeBiasi
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43219  (Online Only)
April DeBiasi is a nurse practitioner dually board certified in psychiatric and mental health as well as Adult-Geriatric primary care nurse practitioner. She is board certified through the American Nursing Credentialing Center and the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. She has experience working in acute inpatient hospital and outpatient private practice settings.She sees adults ages 18 to 100 and she specializes in anxiety disorders, bipolar disorders, depressive disorder, dementia, OCD, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), schizophrenia, and insomnia.
April DeBiasi is a nurse practitioner dually board certified in psychiatric and mental health as well as Adult-Geriatric primary care nurse practitioner. She is board certified through the American Nursing Credentialing Center and the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. She has experience working in acute inpatient hospital and outpatient private practice settings.She sees adults ages 18 to 100 and she specializes in anxiety disorders, bipolar disorders, depressive disorder, dementia, OCD, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), schizophrenia, and insomnia.
(440) 530-6141 View (440) 530-6141
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Sophia Kassem
Psychiatrist, DO
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43205
Sophia Kassem, D.O. is now accepting new patients for in-person and telehealth appointments! Dr. Kassem provides psychiatric evaluations and treatment to children, adolescents, and young adults, mainly focusing on patients ages 6 to 21. She specializes in depression, anxiety, OCD, bipolar disorders, and ADHD. Dr. Kassem is committed to de-stigmatizing mental health issues.
Sophia Kassem, D.O. is now accepting new patients for in-person and telehealth appointments! Dr. Kassem provides psychiatric evaluations and treatment to children, adolescents, and young adults, mainly focusing on patients ages 6 to 21. She specializes in depression, anxiety, OCD, bipolar disorders, and ADHD. Dr. Kassem is committed to de-stigmatizing mental health issues.
(614) 762-9571 View (614) 762-9571
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Jorden Brent Weiss
Psychiatrist, DO
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43213
I am an Adult, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist trained to listen empathically to patients with deep respect for their emotional troubles. Depression, Anxiety, ADHD and Executive Functioning disorders, Autism and Aspergers Syndrome are a major focus of my practice. Women's Health, Eating disorders, Bipolar disorder, OCD, Psychosis and Schizophrenia are also treated extensively. Pharmacotherapy and Psychotherapy are employed with kindness and compassion to restore balance and quality of life. I employ an Integrative Psychiatric approach to resolve underlying root causes of illness and achieve symptom relief.
I am an Adult, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist trained to listen empathically to patients with deep respect for their emotional troubles. Depression, Anxiety, ADHD and Executive Functioning disorders, Autism and Aspergers Syndrome are a major focus of my practice. Women's Health, Eating disorders, Bipolar disorder, OCD, Psychosis and Schizophrenia are also treated extensively. Pharmacotherapy and Psychotherapy are employed with kindness and compassion to restore balance and quality of life. I employ an Integrative Psychiatric approach to resolve underlying root causes of illness and achieve symptom relief.
(614) 300-2014 View (614) 300-2014
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Britany Silverman
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, MHA, RRT-NPS, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43209
Waitlist for new clients
She treats individuals, ages 6 and older, with mental health disorders including depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), bipolar disorder, and ADHD.
Brittany is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). She earned a Master of Nursing degree from The Ohio State University, as well as a Bachelor of Science degree in Respiratory Therapy from the University of Toledo. She has over 13 years of combined experience as a nurse, respiratory therapist and nurse practitioner, in both inpatient and outpatient settings. She provides individual care with an emphasis on medication management and cognitive behavioral therapy.
She treats individuals, ages 6 and older, with mental health disorders including depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), bipolar disorder, and ADHD.
Brittany is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). She earned a Master of Nursing degree from The Ohio State University, as well as a Bachelor of Science degree in Respiratory Therapy from the University of Toledo. She has over 13 years of combined experience as a nurse, respiratory therapist and nurse practitioner, in both inpatient and outpatient settings. She provides individual care with an emphasis on medication management and cognitive behavioral therapy.
(614) 908-4990 View (614) 908-4990
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Tiffany Seneff
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43214
She sees adult patients 18 and over, specializes in depression, anxiety, panic disorders, bipolar disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), seasonal affective disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorders (OCD), personality disorders and schizophrenia.
Tiffany Seneff is a board-certified Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Tiffany holds a Master of Science from Northern Kentucky University and Bachelor of Science from The University of Akron. She has over 15 years of Critical Care and Neuro-Interventional experience. Tiffany has a passion for mental health awareness and improving healthcare access to those in need.
She sees adult patients 18 and over, specializes in depression, anxiety, panic disorders, bipolar disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), seasonal affective disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorders (OCD), personality disorders and schizophrenia.
Tiffany Seneff is a board-certified Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Tiffany holds a Master of Science from Northern Kentucky University and Bachelor of Science from The University of Akron. She has over 15 years of Critical Care and Neuro-Interventional experience. Tiffany has a passion for mental health awareness and improving healthcare access to those in need.
(614) 877-6344 View (614) 877-6344
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Helene Muhirwa
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43227
We provide medical professionals to prescribe medications for ADHD, PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, Psychosis, Substance use, and more.
Immediate openings both virtual and in person with over 8 years of experience working with children, teens and adults. We provide medication management for Mental Health and Substance Use. We can help you or your loved one achieve full potential of mental Illness or become free of addiction. Please feel free to share what you are going through. In certain situations, you may think of an Urgent Care location for physical ailments such as a severe asthma or allergies. However, this clinic is specifically designed for behavioral issues such as panic attacks, severe depressions or substance use crisis.
We provide medical professionals to prescribe medications for ADHD, PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, Psychosis, Substance use, and more.
Immediate openings both virtual and in person with over 8 years of experience working with children, teens and adults. We provide medication management for Mental Health and Substance Use. We can help you or your loved one achieve full potential of mental Illness or become free of addiction. Please feel free to share what you are going through. In certain situations, you may think of an Urgent Care location for physical ailments such as a severe asthma or allergies. However, this clinic is specifically designed for behavioral issues such as panic attacks, severe depressions or substance use crisis.
(614) 756-5649 View (614) 756-5649
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Jessica Meeks
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN-CN, PMHNP-B
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43214
She sees adult patients 18+ and specializes in depression, anxiety, panic disorders, bipolar disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), seasonal affective disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorders (OCD), personality disorders and schizophrenia.
Jessica Meeks is a board-certified Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She is certified through the American Nurses Credentialing Center and has also been trained in Crisis Prevention Intervention. She received her master's degree from Northern Kentucky University and received her undergrad from Mount Carmel College of Nursing. With over 15 years of inpatient critical care experience, Jessica was interested in how mental health can facilitate overall wellness which led to her pursuit of providing outpatient mental health care.
She sees adult patients 18+ and specializes in depression, anxiety, panic disorders, bipolar disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), seasonal affective disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorders (OCD), personality disorders and schizophrenia.
Jessica Meeks is a board-certified Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She is certified through the American Nurses Credentialing Center and has also been trained in Crisis Prevention Intervention. She received her master's degree from Northern Kentucky University and received her undergrad from Mount Carmel College of Nursing. With over 15 years of inpatient critical care experience, Jessica was interested in how mental health can facilitate overall wellness which led to her pursuit of providing outpatient mental health care.
(614) 858-3866 View (614) 858-3866
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Resilient Children and Families
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, FNP-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43232
My experience encompasses work with at risk populations and those suffering with depression, anxiety, psychosis, bipolar disorder, substance use, and many other mental health diagnoses. Through care, compassion, and enhanced clinical skills I bring a unique holistic approach blending faith based and evidence-based modalities within my practice.
My experience encompasses work with at risk populations and those suffering with depression, anxiety, psychosis, bipolar disorder, substance use, and many other mental health diagnoses. Through care, compassion, and enhanced clinical skills I bring a unique holistic approach blending faith based and evidence-based modalities within my practice.
(614) 908-4914 View (614) 908-4914
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Lady Crockett
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNPBC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43219  (Online Only)
Having worked with a diverse population within the mental health area for the past 11 years, I provide a well rounded, thorough, concise and experienced approach whether the condition is a minor or acute mental health condition/illness. I provide my clients an individualized and wholistic approach when deciding treatment modalities. In my practice, I strive to have a positive and transformative impact on the lives of my clients. I enjoy seeing my clients grow in both their professional and personal lives once their mental health needs have been addressed.
Having worked with a diverse population within the mental health area for the past 11 years, I provide a well rounded, thorough, concise and experienced approach whether the condition is a minor or acute mental health condition/illness. I provide my clients an individualized and wholistic approach when deciding treatment modalities. In my practice, I strive to have a positive and transformative impact on the lives of my clients. I enjoy seeing my clients grow in both their professional and personal lives once their mental health needs have been addressed.
(513) 654-1598 View (513) 654-1598
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Rashid Shaibu
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43219  (Online Only)
Hello, I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) . I obtained my Family Nurse Practitioner certification from The Ohio State University (OSU) and my Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certification from Northern Kentucky University (NKU).
Hello, I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) . I obtained my Family Nurse Practitioner certification from The Ohio State University (OSU) and my Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certification from Northern Kentucky University (NKU).
(513) 547-3425 View (513) 547-3425
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Latrice Waddell
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43219  (Online Only)
Have you found yourself pondering the following questions recently on your journey to healing? How can I achieve well-being despite my psychiatric condition? How can I transform my outlook on life? How can I take control of my life? How can I let go of fear and eliminate barriers to achieving mental stability? What is the meaning of my life?How can I stand in my power and true authenticity? What can I do to support my mental health?
Have you found yourself pondering the following questions recently on your journey to healing? How can I achieve well-being despite my psychiatric condition? How can I transform my outlook on life? How can I take control of my life? How can I let go of fear and eliminate barriers to achieving mental stability? What is the meaning of my life?How can I stand in my power and true authenticity? What can I do to support my mental health?
(513) 643-5890 View (513) 643-5890
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Katelyn Boldon
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43219  (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Kate and I have been working in the mental health field for 9 years. I started off my undergraduate degree working alongside top psychiatrists at OSU in identifying and treatment manic symptoms in what is now published research. I obtained my bachelors degree in both psychology and nursing at OSU. I then went on to get my Masters degree in Psychiatric Nursing. I started off working as a psychiatric nurse in adolescent inpatient units. I then went on to community mental health, where I worked as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with clients from age 4 +, adolescents, adults to geriatric clients.
Hello! My name is Kate and I have been working in the mental health field for 9 years. I started off my undergraduate degree working alongside top psychiatrists at OSU in identifying and treatment manic symptoms in what is now published research. I obtained my bachelors degree in both psychology and nursing at OSU. I then went on to get my Masters degree in Psychiatric Nursing. I started off working as a psychiatric nurse in adolescent inpatient units. I then went on to community mental health, where I worked as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with clients from age 4 +, adolescents, adults to geriatric clients.
(937) 756-9140 View (937) 756-9140
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Richelle Sheets
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-B
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43209
Richelle Sheets, Certified Nurse Practitioner, has worked in the field of psychiatry for over 8 years, with previous experience as a charge nurse at Harding Hospital. She has experience in inpatient and acute crisis psychiatry. Richelle graduated from The Ohio State University with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a Master of Science in Nursing. Richelle has received the Daisy Award for Extraordinary Nursing from Harding Hospital and is an active member of the Ohio Nursing Association (ONA). She is ANCC board-certified and currently treats adults, 18 and older, in general psychiatry.
Richelle Sheets, Certified Nurse Practitioner, has worked in the field of psychiatry for over 8 years, with previous experience as a charge nurse at Harding Hospital. She has experience in inpatient and acute crisis psychiatry. Richelle graduated from The Ohio State University with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a Master of Science in Nursing. Richelle has received the Daisy Award for Extraordinary Nursing from Harding Hospital and is an active member of the Ohio Nursing Association (ONA). She is ANCC board-certified and currently treats adults, 18 and older, in general psychiatry.
(380) 205-0838 View (380) 205-0838
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Danny Miller
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43206  (Online Only)
Mental health problems don’t define who you are. They are something you experience. You walk in the rain and you feel the rain, but you are not the rain (Matt Haig). Danny is, above all, fully engaged in optimizing your well-being. He believes it is crucial to be totally engaged in patient interactions to really connect with you and provide the best care possible. When you see Danny for medication management, you have his undivided attention. As a patient-centered prescriber, he emphasizes practical, positive medical outcomes.
Mental health problems don’t define who you are. They are something you experience. You walk in the rain and you feel the rain, but you are not the rain (Matt Haig). Danny is, above all, fully engaged in optimizing your well-being. He believes it is crucial to be totally engaged in patient interactions to really connect with you and provide the best care possible. When you see Danny for medication management, you have his undivided attention. As a patient-centered prescriber, he emphasizes practical, positive medical outcomes.
(234) 204-3191 View (234) 204-3191
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Kelly LaPointe
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP, PMHNP-
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43227
Kelly LaPointe is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Ohio who has been practicing since 2019. She has a Master's of Science in Nursing, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner from The Ohio State University, a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing from Chamberlain College of Nursing, and an Associate of Science in Nursing from Ohio University. Kelly has more than 2 decades of nursing experience in the psychiatric field, ranging from child to adult inpatient care to community mental health crisis stabilization as well as many years in medical critical care settings.
Kelly LaPointe is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Ohio who has been practicing since 2019. She has a Master's of Science in Nursing, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner from The Ohio State University, a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing from Chamberlain College of Nursing, and an Associate of Science in Nursing from Ohio University. Kelly has more than 2 decades of nursing experience in the psychiatric field, ranging from child to adult inpatient care to community mental health crisis stabilization as well as many years in medical critical care settings.
(614) 482-2848 View (614) 482-2848
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Untangled Psychiatry -Mistique Chantay Henry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, CNP, PMHNP, CEO
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43206
I am committed to be there for you every step of your journey. I have strived to create a practice that represents what I believe in: integrated mental health care that focuses on the whole person, with longer appointment times, access to speak directly to your provider when needed, evening and weekend appointment availability, while providing evidence-based psychiatric care.
I am committed to be there for you every step of your journey. I have strived to create a practice that represents what I believe in: integrated mental health care that focuses on the whole person, with longer appointment times, access to speak directly to your provider when needed, evening and weekend appointment availability, while providing evidence-based psychiatric care.
(614) 532-4293 View (614) 532-4293

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Bipolar Disorder Psychiatrists

What is the most successful approach to treating bipolar disorder?

Living with bipolar disorder can be challenging, and a number of therapies have been found effective in providing support to patients as they gain the skills to understand and manage the disorder. Family-focused therapy is often helpful for children and teens (the majority of cases develop before age 19); it aims to minimize mood cycling by improving family communication and reducing conflict. It also helps young people navigate the developmental challenges the disorder can create. Cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) and variants such as Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)help patients manage the thoughts and feelings that influence bipolar mood swings as well as develop specific behavioral strategies to counteract them.

What happens in therapy for bipolar disorder?

Because the patterns of mood switching and its triggers differ for each person and can change over time, mood tracking or monitoring becomes a basic way patients learn about the nature of their condition. One of the most common features of therapy is finding a workable method of mood monitoring, in which patients track their daily activities and rate their moods, then use the findings to adjust routines accordingly. Patients learn ways of handling the many stresses that arise in life so that they do not trigger mood swings.

What kinds of problems does therapy help with?

Like many other mental health disorders, BPD is heavily influenced by stress; therapy provides skills for coping with stressors of all kinds. Therapy is extremely important for helping individuals identify the situations that may trigger mood switching, so that mood swings can be prevented. Therapy may especially target recognition of the early stages of mood change so that they can be managed. In addition, therapy helps patients deal with the significant amount of turbulence the disorder can create in relationships and in work life.

What is the goal of therapy for bipolar disorder?

Therapy helps patients set up their lives to maintain stability so that their mood isn’t constantly threatened by daily events. Perhaps the first task of therapy is to educate people about the nature of the disorder. At the same time, a primary goal of therapy is to enhance adherence to drug treatment. Extended periods of mood stability can prompt patients to discontinue medication, triggering relapse, while the early phases of manic episodes can feel so energizing that patients stop medication, ushering in full-blown mania and the altered self-perception that can lead to destructive behaviors. Another major goal of therapy is to understand one’s mood patterns so as to minimize both the frequency and intensity of mood cycling.