Bipolar Therapy in Tampa
What is a bipolar disorder?
Bipolar disorder may appear to be mood swings, but it is more like living with intense shifts in energy, motivation, and emotions that can impact every part of life. Periods of depression can feel heavy and hopeless, while times of mania or hypomania can bring racing thoughts, impulsivity, and little need for sleep.
Bipolar disorder can make you feel like you’re constantly bracing for the next wave. But with the right tools and support, stability and self-understanding are possible.
What bipolar disorder can feel like:
Deep depressive episodes that make daily tasks feel impossible
Bursts of energy or euphoria followed by exhaustion or regret
Racing thoughts that won’t slow down, especially at night
Feeling like two different versions of yourself battling for control
Difficulty maintaining routines, relationships, or work due to mood shifts
YOU CAN calm the waters..
Bipolar disorder doesn’t define you—it’s one part of your story. The goal isn’t to erase your emotions but to learn how to navigate them so you can live a full, balanced life. With compassionate, integrative therapy, you can gain insight into your patterns, manage triggers effectively, and develop a personalized plan for long-term emotional wellness.
As a Tampa bipolar disorder therapist, I work with you to create an individualized approach that addresses both the emotional and practical sides of living with bipolar disorder.
How we’ll work together:
internal family systems (IFS)
Explore the different “parts” of you that show up in various mood states and create more harmony between them.
somatic therapy
Learn to listen to your body’s signals and regulate your nervous system during emotional highs and lows.
cognitive behavioral therapy
Identify patterns, challenge unhelpful thoughts, and build coping skills for both depressive and manic states.
art therapy
Use creative expression to process emotions that can feel too big or complex for words.
mindfulness
Build present-moment awareness to reduce reactivity and increase self-compassion during mood shifts.
