Are You Struggling With Mood Disorders?

Home » Areas of Specialty » Mood Disorders » Page 10

A mood disorder affects a person’s overall mood and emotional state. There are different mood disorders, including Bipolar Disorder, depression, Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder, and Intermittent Explosive Disorder. There is a range of treatments for each specific diagnosis, but some interventions common to all mood disorders include medication and therapy.

Available Treatment Options

Counseling interventions for mood disorders could include cognitive, behavioral, or interpersonal interventions. Sometimes, certain thought patterns or behaviors exacerbate emotional fluctuations. Therapists work with people to identify and process these to ease the severity of the mood fluctuations.

Mood disorders can also cause trouble in interpersonal relationships, so counselors can assist people in identifying strategies to help them communicate and be more satisfied with how they relate to others.

Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Mood Disorders

Michael, a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at Compassionate Care Mental Health Services since March 2024, specializes in treating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, & ADHD with both medication & therapy. He also contributes to Oasis Mental Health Centers, using advanced treatments like Spravato and TMS. Previously, at St. Mary’s General Hospital, he excelled in patient assessmen...