
Living with bipolar disorder can feel like a constant cycle of highs and lows—but with the right support, stability is possible. At Encompass Therapy & Counseling in Southlake, TX, we provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy for individuals living with bipolar disorder. Whether you're newly diagnosed or have been navigating mood shifts for years, we’re here to help you gain insight, strengthen coping strategies, and create a more consistent emotional experience.
Our licensed therapists work with adults, teens, and families to manage the unique challenges of bipolar disorder. We focus on understanding the whole person—not just the diagnosis—so that therapy feels personal, practical, and truly supportive.
Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition that causes significant shifts in mood, energy, and activity levels. These changes go beyond typical emotional ups and downs and can interfere with daily life, relationships, and work or school responsibilities.
There are different types of bipolar disorder:
During a manic or hypomanic episode, a person may feel euphoric, irritable, impulsive, or have an inflated sense of self-confidence. During depressive episodes, they may experience hopelessness, low energy, difficulty concentrating, or suicidal thoughts.
These shifts are not always predictable, and they can be confusing and disruptive—not only for the person experiencing them, but for loved ones as well.
Therapy plays a vital role in helping people with bipolar disorder develop awareness, structure, and skills to manage symptoms more effectively. At Encompass Therapy & Counseling, we provide a safe, supportive space where clients can explore their experiences, track mood patterns, and create personalized strategies for maintaining balance.
Our therapy process includes:
We collaborate with psychiatrists and medical providers as needed, especially when clients are also taking medication for mood stabilization. Our role is to help integrate those supports with daily life and emotional health.
Bipolar disorder in teens can be particularly hard to identify and manage, as symptoms may be mistaken for typical adolescent mood swings or other concerns like ADHD or anxiety. Early intervention is key to helping teens learn to recognize their emotions and develop healthy coping mechanisms.
Our therapists support teens by:
We help families work together to manage the challenges of bipolar symptoms while strengthening the teen’s autonomy and self-awareness.
Bipolar disorder doesn’t just affect the person experiencing it—it impacts their relationships and environment. Family members often feel confused, helpless, or overwhelmed by the unpredictability of mood shifts. Therapy can also support partners, parents, and loved ones in understanding the condition, improving communication, and learning how to set healthy boundaries.
We provide:
When families understand the condition and feel equipped, the entire support system becomes stronger—and that can lead to better outcomes for everyone involved.
Therapy for bipolar disorder doesn’t eliminate mood shifts entirely—but it does help you respond to them with greater awareness, skill, and support. Over time, therapy can help you:
At Encompass Therapy & Counseling, our goal is to help you thrive—not just survive. We believe stability, purpose, and joy are within reach, even with bipolar disorder.
Many people living with bipolar disorder wait until they’re in crisis to seek help—but consistent support can make a big difference in long-term stability and quality of life.
It may be time to reach out if:
You’ve recently been diagnosed and don’t know what to expect.
You’re struggling to manage your symptoms or stick with a treatment plan.
You feel overwhelmed by mood changes and their impact on your relationships.
You’re experiencing high stress, burnout, or difficulty with work or school.
You’ve had thoughts of self-harm or hopelessness.
Your loved ones have expressed concern, and you want to understand more.
Contact Encompass Therapy & Counseling in Southlake today to schedule a therapy session or learn more about our support for individuals and families living with bipolar disorder. You don’t have to navigate this alone—we’re here to help you find balance, hope, and a path forward.
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