Therapist with clients who have bipolar disorder? Start early and talk about the importance of continuing therapy when mania shows up. Here is an example of what you can say to a client who is stable or depressed:
We know that therapy helps when you’re feeling down. We also know that mania tells most people that everything is fine and bipolar is no longer a problem. Let’s figure out how to recognize the signs that mania is starting. Here are a few things your brain will say to you when the mania is taking over. Our goal is to make sure you continue with therapy even when your brain says the following:
” Oh! I feel so good! I’m getting so much done. The depression is finally gone! I don’t think it [ Read More ]
