Do you feel like you are on an emotional roller coaster? If you live with bipolar disorder, you may feel on top of the world one minute and like nothing is going right the next. While you may be able to manage your emotions, the impact of bipolar disorder can affect how you function in work, school, and relationships. At Kasa Recovery, we know that bipolar disorder is a lot more than just “mood swings.” Bipolar disorder is a serious mental health condition that can leave you feeling frustrated, confused, or unmoored. Our compassionate team knows how to provide supportive and evidence-based bipolar disorder treatment in Los Angeles, whether you or a loved one is living with this condition.
At Kasa Recovery, we are here to help. If you have bipolar disorder and would like to learn more about how our team can help, please contact our team today. With the right help, you can learn to better manage your moods and symptoms of bipolar disorder to find long-lasting peace and stability.
Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition defined by major shifts in moods, energy, and activity levels. While many people have ups and downs from time to time, those living with bipolar disorder may have repeated episodes that dramatically shift how they experience the world. Bipolar causes extreme cycles of mania and depression. Mania can include elevated mood and delusional thinking, while deressive episodes cause severe low mood, low motivation, feelings of emptiness, and even suicidal thoughts.
Bipolar I Disorder
Bipolar I disorder is the most severe form of bipolar disorder and is marked by at least one manic episode that lasts for a week or more. A person with Bipolar I may also experience depressive episodes.
Bipolar II Disorder
Bipolar II disorder is marked by recurring depressive episodes and hypomanic episodes that are not as severe as a full manic episode.
Cyclothymic Disorder (Cyclothymia)
Cyclothymic disorder, also known as cyclothymia, is a milder form of bipolar disorder where someone experiences both hypomanic and depressive episodes that do not meet the full criteria for the other types of bipolar disorder.
No matter what type of bipolar disorder you may have, the condition can cause significant changes in sleep patterns, decision-making, social behavior, and daily life. While it is a lifelong condition, the right support and treatment for bipolar disorder can help you to live a full and stable life.
Bipolar disorder symptoms vary depending on whether you’re experiencing a manic, hypomanic, or depressive episode. Recognizing these symptoms is an important first step toward seeking treatment.
Manic (or Hypomanic) Symptoms
Elevated or Expansive Mood: Feeling overly happy, euphoric, or irritable for an extended period.
Increased Energy & Activity: Feeling wired, engaging in excessive goal-directed activities, or having a sudden burst of productivity.
Impulsivity or Risk-Taking Behaviors: Acting recklessly, such as spending sprees, substance use, or unsafe relationships.
Decreased Need for Sleep: Feeling rested after only a few hours of sleep or skipping sleep entirely without feeling tired.
Racing Thoughts: Experiencing a rapid stream of ideas or thoughts that are difficult to slow down.
Inflated Self-Esteem: Feeling invincible or thinking you have special talents or abilities.
Depressive Symptoms
Persistent Sadness: Feeling hopeless, empty, or tearful for most of the day.
Fatigue or Lethargy: Experiencing constant exhaustion or lack of motivation.
Loss of Interest: Losing interest in hobbies, relationships, or activities you once enjoyed.
Difficulty Concentrating: Trouble focusing, making decisions, or remembering.
Social Withdrawal: Avoiding friends, family, and social situations.
Physical Symptoms: Changes in appetite, weight, or chronic pain without a clear cause.
If you or a family member is experiencing these symptoms, it’s important to take them seriously. Early treatment can prevent mood episodes from worsening and improve long-term outcomes.
If you have bipolar disorder, you can live a stable and satisfying life with professional help. It is better to get help as soon as possible in order to stabilize your moods and improve the quality of your life. However, if you are wondering when to get bipolar disorder treatment in Los Angeles, you might want to seek professional help if:
You Have Mood Episodes That Don’t Go Away or Get Worse: You have repeated or severe episodes of mania and depression with rapid or unstable moods that affect your ability to function.
Your Behavior Is Risky or Destructive: Mania causes poor judgment or harmful behavior that can endanger yourself or others.
Symptoms of Depression Get in the Way of Everyday Life: Periods of feeling “low” are so severe or frequent that you have difficulty maintaining a job, relationships, or taking care of yourself.
You Have Difficulty Coping on Your Own: You’ve tried self-help strategies and informal support, but symptoms persist and interfere with your ability to live a fulfilling life.
Treatment can help you regain stability and rebuild the areas of your life that have suffered.
Kasa Recovery’s primary goal for each client is long-term management of bipolar disorder, allowing our clients to live as normal and fulfilling a life as possible, both during and between mood episodes. Bipolar disorder is different for everyone, and so it’s important to customize every client’s treatment, including the specific levels of care that they receive along the way. At Kasa Recovery, we offer a full continuum of care to support clients at every stage of their healing journey. Our treatment for bipolar disorder may include some combination of the following:
Clients can expect 24/7 care in a highly structured, therapeutic environment during their time in our inpatient treatment program. Inpatient treatment is the most intensive level of care and is intended for clients who are currently experiencing a very heightened manic or depressive episode. The goal for our inpatient treatment program is to provide complete safety and stability in a therapeutic environment. Inpatient treatment is helpful because it provides medical and psychiatric care available at all hours, more intensive therapy and counseling support each day, and the ability to adjust medications frequently.
PHP is a level of care that is helpful for clients who need a more structured, intensive treatment program than outpatient, but who are able to return home or to a sober living facility or supportive housing at night. PHP typically includes individual and group therapy, intensive therapeutic work, education about coping and managing bipolar disorder, as well as other skills and support tools that can be helpful for recovery. PHP can be especially helpful for learning more about bipolar disorder, beginning to practice new coping skills, and building regular routines that support mood stability.
Clients who are working to maintain a job, school, or home with family while still working through the challenges of bipolar disorder can find an effective level of care through our IOP treatment program. IOP is a flexible level of care that includes therapy and treatment several times a week, with the freedom to have other responsibilities or obligations throughout the rest of the week. The IOP is intended to provide support to a client in their usual environments and responsibilities. It can also be helpful as a client transitions to outpatient treatment or comes back from inpatient or PHP levels of care.
Outpatient therapy and treatment are typically focused on maintaining the treatment progress that a client has made, preventing relapse, and strengthening long-term skills and strategies that support living with bipolar disorder. Clients in outpatient treatment at Kasa Recovery work with clinicians to track mood symptoms, establish early warning signs and safety plans, identify and address potential triggers and challenges, and address any other concerns relevant to the client’s individual situation. Outpatient treatment and therapy is ongoing and flexible to meet each client where they are in their long-term recovery and mental health journey.
Medication is an important component of treatment for bipolar disorder, and Kasa Recovery’s clinical team is available to support and guide clients in choosing the right medication, understanding how to manage medications and side effects, and making adjustments to support the best treatment outcomes. The use of medication in treatment for bipolar disorder can include a variety of medication options, including mood stabilizers, antipsychotic medications, and antidepressants. We work with our clients to ensure that medications are used effectively and are part of a larger treatment plan that includes therapy and lifestyle changes, and support.
At Kasa Recovery, we aim to make treatment accessible by guiding clients and families through the financial process with as much transparency as possible.
Let us take the stress out of navigating costs so you can focus on your recovery.
Taking the first steps can feel overwhelming, but Kasa Recovery is here to guide you with a simple, supportive admissions process:
If you’ve struggled with bipolar disorder for years or only months, know that recovery is possible and brighter days are ahead. At Kasa Recovery, we understand the challenges you face living with bipolar disorder and are ready to walk the path with you. Our compassionate experts in Los Angeles are here to provide the care you need to stabilize your moods, regain your confidence, and live a happy, fulfilling life.
Call Kasa Recovery today to schedule a confidential consultation or assessment. Let us help you take the first steps on the journey to balance and healing.
We use a combination of evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), psychoeducation, family therapy, and mindfulness-based approaches.
While not every client will require medication, many benefit from mood stabilizers, antipsychotics, or antidepressants to manage symptoms. Medication decisions are made collaboratively based on your specific needs.
The duration of treatment varies for each individual and depends on symptom severity. Acute phases may require weeks in PHP or IOP, while outpatient therapy is often ongoing.
Yes. Programs like IOP or outpatient therapy are designed to help you balance treatment with your daily responsibilities.
LA offers access to top mental health professionals, a vibrant support community, and an environment that fosters healing with its cultural diversity, natural beauty, and wellness resources.
Let today be the day you take control. Reach out to Kasa Recovery in Los Angeles for the compassionate and effective care you deserve. Bipolar disorder is manageable, and we’re here to help you every step of the way.
