Profound Treatment provides residential mental health treatment for adults experiencing bipolar disorder and co-occurring substance use disorders in Los Angeles. Our compassionate clinical team uses evidence-based therapies and personalized treatment plans to help stabilize mood swings and begin long-term recovery.
Residential Bipolar Disorder Treatment in Los Angeles
Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder characterized by mood swings that move between episodes of mania and depressive episodes. The “ups and downs” of untreated bipolar disorder impedes functioning, relationships, and increases the risk of co-occurring substance use disorder (SUD). However, a residential level of care with experienced mental health professionals supports stabilization and effective coping skills to manage symptoms.
Our residential mental health treatment offers personalized care for young adults and adults to stabilize with 24/7 support, psychiatry care, evidence-based therapies, and a structured routine. Psychiatric care and evidence-based therapies build vital skills that reduce symptom severity, stabilize mood changes, and improve overall functioning. A tailored treatment plan ensures access to tools for symptom management and lifestyle changes for a more promising future.
Our residential mental health treatment offers personalized care for young adults and adults to stabilize with 24/7 support, psychiatry care, evidence-based therapies, and a structured routine. Psychiatric care and evidence-based therapies build vital skills that reduce symptom severity, stabilize mood changes, and improve overall functioning. A tailored treatment plan ensures access to tools for symptom management and lifestyle changes for a more promising future.
How We Treat Bipolar Disorder
We’ve built a long-term treatment program that integrates an evidence-based approach to mental health care to support healing with inclusivity, structure, and stability for long-term wellness.
Personalized Treatment Planning
Each client receives a treatment plan designed around their specific symptoms, mental health history, and recovery goals.
Dual Diagnosis Support
Our integrated approach to care is designed to address both bipolar disorder and substance abuse when they occur together.
Evidence-Based Mental Health Therapies
Clients participate in structured psychotherapy, including CBT, DBT, trauma therapy, and other proven approaches.
Supportive Community and Peer Connection
Group therapy and shared experiences help clients build understanding, accountability, and emotional support.
A Safe Residential Environment for Bipolar Disorder Treatment
At the heart of our work is a dedication to giving everyone the dignity and care they deserve, regardless of culture, community, or identity. Here, you’ll find a supportive community in an inclusive, welcoming environment for a diverse range of clients, from LGBTQ+ individuals to working professionals.
Our treatment center offers a private, comfortable residential setting designed for focus and stabilization on your recovery journey. The supportive atmosphere, only minutes away from the white beaches of Malibu, gives you the distance you need from everyday stressors to focus on healing. With access to a supportive clinical team in a safe and nurturing space, you are encouraged to pause and reflect to grow and make meaningful change in your life.
Our treatment center offers a private, comfortable residential setting designed for focus and stabilization on your recovery journey. The supportive atmosphere, only minutes away from the white beaches of Malibu, gives you the distance you need from everyday stressors to focus on healing. With access to a supportive clinical team in a safe and nurturing space, you are encouraged to pause and reflect to grow and make meaningful change in your life.
What to Expect During Residential Bipolar Disorder Treatment
A typical day at Profound offers structured care for stability, consistency, and connection. Whether you’re dealing with mental illness, substance abuse, or co-occurring conditions, with highly structured care, you’ll learn how to build and practice coping strategies to manage symptoms and improve functioning in your daily life.
In the evening, you’ll attend group therapy and other peer support group meetings to share experiences, bond with peers, learn from one another, and expand your support network. Then you’ll turn in for the evening at the same time each day to ensure you develop a healthy sleep routine for your daily life.
In the evening, you’ll attend group therapy and other peer support group meetings to share experiences, bond with peers, learn from one another, and expand your support network. Then you’ll turn in for the evening at the same time each day to ensure you develop a healthy sleep routine for your daily life.
Treatment Options for Bipolar Disorder
There are a variety of treatment programs that can help address symptoms of bipolar disorder. The best bipolar disorder treatment program for you is dependent on your specific needs. For individuals with mild to moderate symptoms, levels of care such as outpatient treatment, intensive outpatient program (IOP), or partial hospitalization program (PHP) may be effective treatment options.
However, for many people, especially those whose bipolar disorder has gone untreated, residential treatment is the most effective treatment plan. We provide the highest level of care with residential treatment to help those struggling with severe bipolar symptoms. With residential bipolar disorder treatment, we can help you stabilize severe symptoms and empower you to make profound changes for a fulfilling life.
However, for many people, especially those whose bipolar disorder has gone untreated, residential treatment is the most effective treatment plan. We provide the highest level of care with residential treatment to help those struggling with severe bipolar symptoms. With residential bipolar disorder treatment, we can help you stabilize severe symptoms and empower you to make profound changes for a fulfilling life.
Types of Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder is different from other mood disorders because its symptoms can be split into distinct episodes, like manic episodes and hypomanic episodes. Further, bipolar disorder can be broken into a few different types based on their pattern, duration, and the severity of mood episodes. The three main types of bipolar disorder are bipolar I disorder, bipolar II disorder, and cyclothymic disorder or cyclothymia.
Bipolar I Disorder
Bipolar I disorder is one or more manic episodes or manic symptoms that alternate with depressive episodes, and severe cases can come with psychosis. Manic episodes are a period of abnormal and persistent irritable mood with increased goal-directed activity or energy, while depressive episodes are characterized by intense sadness, feelings of worthlessness, and low energy. Bipolar I can also present as mixed features, which is characterized by rapid cycling between manic and depressive symptoms.
Bipolar II Disorder
Bipolar II disorder includes depressive episodes with hypomanic episodes, which is a less severe version of manic episodes. Although bipolar II has less severe mania, the low-grade depressive symptoms are severe with extended and persistent episodes.
Cyclothymic Disorder or Cyclothymia
Cyclothymia or cyclothymic disorder consists of recurring hypomanic episodes and depressive symptoms. The fluctuation between hypomanic and depressive episodes is less severe than the symptoms seen in bipolar I and bipolar II. Although the mood swings are less intense, functioning and relationships are still impaired by symptoms like impulsive behaviors and low self-worth.
Other Specified Bipolar Disorders
There are other specified or unspecified bipolar disorder that don’t meet the full criteria for the main types of bipolar disorder. Despite not meeting the full criteria, other specified or unspecified bipolar disorder still presents with clinically significant periods of abnormal mood swings.
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Recognizing Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder
The mood episodes found in the different types of bipolar disorder consist of several different signs and symptoms. Some of the signs and symptoms of different mood episodes include:
Manic Episodes
Mania is a feature of bipolar disorder that elevates your mood, energy, and activity above their usual levels. Some common symptoms of episodes of mania include:
- Feeling excessively happy, hopeful, and excited
- Restlessness and feeling jumpy or wired
- Talking quickly and racing thoughts
- Impulsivity and making grand and unattainable plans
- Feeling unusually important, talented, or powerful
- Psychosis: psychotic symptoms may include hallucinations and delusions
- Acute mania: a severe stage of a manic episode characterized by intense irritability, extreme energy, and high-risk behavior, often requiring hospitalization.
Depressive Episodes
Bipolar depression or depressive episodes are a common feature of bipolar disorder that include low mood, low energy, and extreme sadness. Some of the other symptoms of depression in bipolar disorder include:
- Lack of motivation
- Loneliness and social withdrawal
- Loss of pleasure in activities that were once enjoyed
- Feelings of hopelessness and worthlessness
- Difficulty concentrating and impaired decision-making
- Changes in appetite and sleep habits
Hypomania Episodes
Much like manic episodes, hypomania reflects higher-than-usual levels of mood, energy, and activity, but hypomanic episodes are shorter and less severe. Listed below are some common signs and symptoms of hypomania:
- Milder manic-like symptoms make you feel like you can get a lot done
- Impulsive and risky behaviors
- You’re more talkative, or it’s hard to stop talking
- Difficulty concentrating due to racing thoughts and ideas
- Inflated self-esteem or believing one can do anything
- Fidgeting or pacing due to restlessness
Mixed Episodes
Experiencing mixed episodes in bipolar disorder includes high energy and low mood symptoms at the same time. Some common co-occurring symptoms of mixed episodes include:
- Agitation and irritation
- Restlessness
- Intense sadness and hopelessness
- Feeling empty and full of energy
- Crying uncontrollably
Understanding the symptoms of bipolar disorder supports the value of bipolar disorder treatment for supporting long-term stability in your daily life.
Risk Factors for Bipolar Disorder
Several factors can contribute to bipolar disorder, such as brain chemistry, genetic predisposition, psychological stressors, family history, and family dynamics.
Genetic and Family History
Your genetic predisposition and family history can play a role in the development of bipolar disorder. Bipolar disorder is known to run in families as certain genes get hereditary passed down from parent to child. Moreover, the risk for bipolar disorder is increased if a close relative, like a parent or sibling, has bipolar disorder. Despite being a risk factor, genetics and family history alone don’t mean developing bipolar disorder is a given, as multiple factors like triggering life events combined with genetics can contribute to the development of the mood disorder.
Brain Chemistry and Biological Factors
For those with bipolar disorder, the brain structure and brain functions have subtle differences from those without bipolar disorder. Those with bipolar disorder tend to have an imbalance of certain chemicals in the brain, known as neurotransmitters like dopamine, serotonin, and norepinephrine. Neurotransmitters are chemical messengers that help the brain and nervous system communicate and regulate bodily functions such as mood, sleep, motivation, motor control, and stress responses.
Substance Use and Mental Health Conditions
Mental health conditions and substance abuse share a bidirectional relationship as they can affect the development of or exacerbation of each other. Substance abuse increases your risk of developing or worsening symptoms of bipolar disorder when you have other risk factors, like a genetic predisposition. Additionally, other mental health conditions, such as anxiety disorders, seasonal depression, and SUD, can exacerbate or trigger mood episodes. The combination of more than one mental health condition can make it more difficult to recover from a manic or depressive episode.
- Weekly family groups
- One-on-one therapy for loved ones
- Clinical oversight
Stressful Life Events and Trauma
Significant or chronic stressful life events and traumatic experiences can increase your risk for developing bipolar disorder. Stressors or trauma, like living in poverty, losing loved ones, divorce, chronic health issues, life-threatening illness, or abuse and neglect in childhood, can all contribute to mental illness.
Diagnosing Bipolar Disorder
Receiving a bipolar disorder diagnosis starts with seeking support from mental health professionals. You may be referred to a health care provider first for a physical exam and lab testing, such as blood or urine tests, to rule out other potential causes of mood changes. A mental health professional will take you through a psychiatric evaluation, which typically includes a mental health assessment and symptom tracking.
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Bipolar Disorder and Co-Occurring Conditions
Bipolar disorder commonly co-occurs with anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and substance abuse. Co-occurring conditions can complicate and worsen symptoms, including more rapid cycling between mood episodes, increased risk of suicide, and poor treatment response. Despite the complications of co-occurring conditions, bipolar disorder can be effectively treated with dual diagnosis treatment.
Dual diagnosis treatment is crucial for simultaneously addressing multiple conditions to heal the whole person, rather than creating a cycle of relapse. Substance abuse is common in bipolar disorder as the distress of depressive and manic episodes impairs functioning. You may self-medicate with substances to suppress overwhelming mood swing symptoms.
However, substance abuse cannot suppress symptoms forever, as substance use triggers and eventually worsens your manic and depressive symptoms. Thus, access to dual diagnosis care provides you with the tools and support you need to address intersecting challenges fully. Through integrated care in dual diagnosis treatment, you can increase stability, better manage symptoms, improve health outcomes, and reduce the risk of relapse.
Dual diagnosis treatment is crucial for simultaneously addressing multiple conditions to heal the whole person, rather than creating a cycle of relapse. Substance abuse is common in bipolar disorder as the distress of depressive and manic episodes impairs functioning. You may self-medicate with substances to suppress overwhelming mood swing symptoms.
However, substance abuse cannot suppress symptoms forever, as substance use triggers and eventually worsens your manic and depressive symptoms. Thus, access to dual diagnosis care provides you with the tools and support you need to address intersecting challenges fully. Through integrated care in dual diagnosis treatment, you can increase stability, better manage symptoms, improve health outcomes, and reduce the risk of relapse.
Evidence-Based Therapies Used in Bipolar Disorder Treatment
Our residential treatment program ensures clients receive effective evidence-based therapies to improve symptom management, relapse prevention, and medication adherence. You’ll work with our team of experienced mental health professionals to build a personalized treatment plan that supports long-term wellness.
Medication Management
Incorporating medication with talk therapy is an effective treatment tool to address bipolar disorder. With medication management, you can safely stabilize your mood, manage symptoms, and improve your daily functioning. Our residential treatment program provides around-the-clock care, including medication management, to safely monitor for side effects, make dose adjustments, and optimize medication effectiveness for better health outcomes.
Holistic and Experiential Therapies
Our integrated approach to care ensures you have access to a range of holistic treatment modalities and experiential therapies to heal in mind, body, and spirit. Some of the modalities we offer include art and music therapy, as well as experiential and adventure therapy. These modalities offer stability with greater self-awareness and coping skills by addressing the impact of mental illness and substance use on every part of you and your life.
Psychotherapy
We provide a wide range of psychotherapy approaches as part of the treatment of bipolar disorder, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), individual and group therapy, and psychoeducation, to fit into a treatment plan that matches your specific needs and goals for recovery.
Treatment Designed Around You
We take an individualized approach to care, meeting you where you are and building a treatment plan that aligns with your unique needs and goals.
When to Seek Help for Bipolar Disorder
It’s not easy to recognize when you’re struggling with bipolar disorder, especially for those with anosognosia, which is an inability to recognize your mental illness. However, if you’re struggling with rapid cycling mood changes, feeling super energized and exhausted, or intense sadness, it may be time to reach out for support.
Possible warning signs of bipolar disorder include:
Possible warning signs of bipolar disorder include:
- Extreme mood swings
- Worsening depressive symptoms
- Impulsive behavior during manic episodes
- Substance abuse
- Difficulty maintaining work, relationships, or school
Although reaching out is hard, support is invaluable for stability, reduced symptom severity, hope, stronger relationships, and a better quality of life.
Life at Profound Treatment
Minutes from the beaches of Malibu, our Los Angeles residential treatment center offers compassionate clinicians and supportive staff who understand mental illness and addiction. Our comfortable residential setting provides a safe, structured environment for you to reflect and heal as a whole person. A focus on healing and community ensures you receive encouragement and respect, fostering hope and self-discovery for long-term recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How is bipolar disorder diagnosed?
Diagnosis is done by psychiatric evaluation of family members and symptom history, as well as mood charting and interviews with others.
What if I have co-occurring substance abuse?
We specialize in treating co-occurring disorders, also known as dual diagnosis treatment. Our treatment programs are designed to address both substance abuse and mental health conditions simultaneously, providing adjunctive support alongside primary therapies for coordinated care.
How long does bipolar disorder treatment last?
The duration of treatment varies depending on your unique needs. Treatment can generally range from a few weeks to several months or even years. Complex or chronic conditions like bipolar disorder may require longer-term treatment, tailored to your needs. You will work closely with our care team to develop a personalized treatment plan to meet your needs and goals.
Can bipolar disorder be treated with therapy alone?
Being a chronic condition makes psychotherapy and medication the most effective treatment for long-term health and stability.
What medications are used to treat bipolar disorder?
Medication is often an important part of bipolar disorder treatment, especially in a residential setting where symptoms can be closely monitored. Treatment plans may include mood stabilizers such as lithium, which help regulate mood swings and prevent extreme highs and lows. In some cases, an antipsychotic medication may be used to manage symptoms like mania, agitation, or psychosis.
While antidepressants can be helpful for depressive episodes, they are typically used with caution and alongside mood stabilizers to avoid triggering mania. Because every individual’s symptoms and response to medication are different, all prescriptions are carefully managed by a psychiatric provider and adjusted as needed to support long-term stability and overall well-being.
When can I start the admissions process?
Admission to our bipolar disorder treatment in Los Angeles, California, begins with a simple phone call. Our experienced admissions team will take you through a brief initial assessment and a free insurance verification to determine the best plan of care for you.
Can family therapy be included in my personalized treatment plan?
Yes, we offer family therapy as an invaluable intervention for family involvement in treatment when applicable.