Bipolar disorder is a treatable mental health condition that causes significant shifts in mood, energy, activity levels, and the ability to function day to day. Because it affects everyone differently, treatment should be tailored to each person’s symptoms, diagnosis, medical history, and the level of care they need. With the right treatment plan, many people with bipolar disorder are able to manage their symptoms and live full, stable lives.
For adults in Massachusetts whose mood symptoms are interfering with daily life, Power of Recovery offers mental health treatment that includes support for bipolar disorder. Located at 385 Broadway, Suite 203, in Revere, MA, Power of Recovery is accredited by The Joint Commission and certified by LegitScript.
Power of Recovery offers outpatient mental health services for adults in Massachusetts, including support for individuals experiencing bipolar disorder. Our services include individual therapy, group therapy, medication management, and telehealth care, depending on each person’s clinical needs.
At Power of Recovery, we build treatment plans around each client’s goals, diagnosis, schedule, and level of support needed. No two people experience bipolar disorder the same way, and care is structured to reflect that.
What Is Bipolar Disorder?
Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition marked by episodes of extreme mood changes, including periods of high energy or elevated mood and periods of deep depression. According to NIMH, these shifts go well beyond the ordinary emotional ups and downs most people experience and can last days, weeks, or longer.
The condition can affect sleep, relationships, work performance, decision-making, and concentration. Because its symptoms overlap with other mental health conditions, bipolar disorder requires a professional evaluation, not a self-diagnosis based on an online checklist.
What Are the Types of Bipolar Disorder?
NIMH describes several distinct types of bipolar disorder, each defined by the pattern and severity of mood episodes. Understanding the differences matters because each type may call for a different treatment approach.
Bipolar I disorder is defined by manic episodes that last at least seven days or are severe enough to require immediate medical attention, according to NIMH. Depressive episodes can also occur and often follow or precede a manic period. Mania can significantly disrupt a person’s ability to work, maintain relationships, or stay safe, and may sometimes require a higher level of care.
Bipolar II disorder involves a pattern of depressive episodes and hypomanic episodes, which are less intense than full mania. It should not be thought of as a milder version of bipolar I. According to NIMH, the depressive episodes in bipolar II are often prolonged and are frequently the primary reason people seek treatment.
Cyclothymic disorder, or cyclothymia, involves recurring periods of hypomanic symptoms and depressive symptoms that do not meet the full criteria for a hypomanic or depressive episode, according to NIMH. The mood shifts are less severe but persist over time, typically for at least two years in adults. The condition still warrants professional evaluation and ongoing support.
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How Is Bipolar Disorder Diagnosed?
NIMH describes the following as common symptoms of a manic or hypomanic episode:
- Increased energy or activity
- Decreased need for sleep
- Racing thoughts
- Rapid or pressured speech
- Elevated or unusually irritable mood
- Inflated confidence or feelings of grandiosity
Depressive episodes may include persistent sadness, loss of interest in activities once enjoyed, fatigue, changes in sleep or appetite, difficulty concentrating, feelings of worthlessness or guilt, and thoughts of death or suicide. The American Psychiatric Association (APA) includes these among the symptoms associated with depressive episodes in bipolar disorder.
If someone is experiencing thoughts of suicide, severe mania, psychosis, or any immediate safety concern, they should call 988 or go to the nearest emergency room right away.
How Is Bipolar Disorder Treated?
According to NIMH, treatment for bipolar disorder typically involves a combination of medication and psychotherapy, with the specific plan shaped by the type of bipolar disorder, the current mood episode, symptom severity, co-occurring conditions, and individual needs. Most people require ongoing treatment rather than a short-term course of care.
Medication is a central component of bipolar disorder treatment, according to both NIMH and the APA. Mood stabilizers and atypical antipsychotics are among the medication categories commonly used. Prescribing decisions and medication monitoring should always be handled by a qualified healthcare provider. No medication changes should be made without professional guidance.
Psychotherapy can complement medication management by helping individuals recognize early signs of mood changes, build coping strategies, maintain daily routines, manage stress, and stay consistent with their treatment plan. Both individual and group therapy formats can be useful, depending on a person’s needs and stage of treatment.
Supportive habits can help stabilize mood between episodes, though they do not replace professional treatment. NIMH notes that the following practices can support overall treatment:
- Maintaining regular sleep and daily routines
- Tracking mood changes over time
- Managing stress
- Avoiding alcohol and non-prescribed substances
- Staying consistent with appointments and medications
- Building a reliable support system
Bipolar Disorder and Co-Occurring Substance Use Disorders
NIMH identifies misuse of drugs or alcohol as a condition that commonly co-occurs with bipolar disorder. Substance use can complicate the picture significantly, making symptoms harder to identify, interfering with medication effectiveness, and increasing the risk of relapse in both conditions.
When both bipolar disorder and a substance use disorder are present, addressing them together produces better outcomes than treating each in isolation. Power of Recovery provides dual diagnosis services for adults managing both mental health and substance use concerns, with treatment plans that account for the full clinical picture.
Outpatient Bipolar Disorder Treatment in Massachusetts
Outpatient bipolar disorder treatment allows appropriate clients to receive structured mental health care while continuing to live at home and maintain their daily responsibilities. Services in an outpatient setting may include individual therapy, group therapy, medication management, and skill-building focused on mood regulation and relapse prevention.
Outpatient care is not the right fit for every person with bipolar disorder. The appropriate level of care should be determined through a clinical assessment. Power of Recovery offers outpatient programs, more structured daytime options, and telehealth services for clients whose needs and circumstances vary.
What to Expect From Bipolar Disorder Treatment at Power of Recovery
Care is available in person at the Revere location and through telehealth for clients who need flexibility. Power of Recovery also supports individuals managing co-occurring mental health and substance use concerns through our mood disorder treatment and dual diagnosis services.
Why Choose Power of Recovery for Bipolar Disorder Treatment in Massachusetts?
Power of Recovery is a Joint Commission-accredited, LegitScript-certified outpatient treatment center in Revere, Massachusetts. Our clinical team includes staff with both professional credentials and personal recovery experience, which shapes how care is delivered and how clients are met.
We offer a range of outpatient options, including day treatment, standard outpatient programming, and telehealth, so that the level of care can be matched to what each person actually needs. Power of Recovery is not the right fit for every person with bipolar disorder, and the team will be direct about that during the assessment process.
Start Bipolar Disorder Treatment in Massachusetts
When mood symptoms are disrupting work, relationships, sleep, or daily functioning, a professional evaluation is the right next step. Bipolar disorder treatment in Massachusetts is available at Power of Recovery for adults who are ready to understand what they are dealing with and build a plan around it.
Power of Recovery offers flexible, outpatient addiction and mental health treatment built around real life in Massachusetts. Call for a free, confidential assessment. Recovery starts with the power already inside you, and the team at Power of Recovery is here to help you find it. Reach out today to get started.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to NIMH, most people with bipolar disorder benefit from a combination of medication and psychotherapy over the long term. The most effective plan depends on the type of bipolar disorder, current symptoms, and any co-occurring conditions. A qualified clinician can help determine the right approach.
Yes. NIMH and the APA both describe medication as a central component of bipolar disorder treatment. Mood stabilizers and atypical antipsychotics are among the categories commonly used, and all prescribing decisions should be made by a qualified healthcare provider.
Therapy can be an important part of bipolar disorder treatment alongside medication. It can help individuals recognize early warning signs, build coping skills, maintain routines, and stay consistent with their overall treatment plan. Both individual and group therapy formats may be useful.
Outpatient treatment is appropriate for many people with bipolar disorder, depending on symptom severity and individual circumstances. A clinical assessment is needed to determine the right level of care. Some individuals may need more intensive support before stepping down to outpatient services.
Yes. When both conditions are present, treating them together is generally more effective than addressing each separately. Power of Recovery provides dual diagnosis services for adults managing both mental health and substance use concerns.
The first step is a clinical assessment with a qualified provider. Power of Recovery accepts most major insurance plans, including MassHealth, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Tricare, and United Healthcare. Contact our team to schedule a free, confidential assessment and learn which services may be appropriate.
