Cedar Park Bipolar Depression Counseling

Treatment for Bipolar Depression—Therapists in Cedar Park, TX

Without warning, Drake is falling behind at work. He is having a hard time focusing. Tasks that were easy a few months ago now overwhelm him. Work has not always been this hard. When he first started as the sale manager, Drake was on fire. He tripled the shop’s sales by expanding its online presence. He outpaced any other manager the Pawn Shop had ever had. Sure, Drake worked day and night, but it was worth it. He felt this amazing energy, fueling him. Drake worked 24 hours a day. When he was not working, he was out partying with his friends, enjoying his new-found success. Now, Drake has difficulty leaving the house. It is as if he is a different person. This drastic swing in personality and mood has Drake’s friends and family members worried—they think he might have Bipolar Depression.

Just the word, “Bipolar” can feel very scary to people. This form of depression is often call manic depression because those are its two poles: mania and depression. When people have the illness, they swing from episodes of frenetic energy to episodes of deep depression. Bipolar Depression is a severe mental illness, and when people have it, their behavior can scare themselves and their family members. Often, the hardest part of having the disorder is before a diagnosis is made. With a diagnosis and treatment, people who have Bipolar Depression can often begin understanding what the disease is doing to their mind and bodies. People may then find the treatment they need to live the life they want.

The counselors and therapists at Thriveworks Cedar Park have worked with many clients who are struggling with Bipolar Depression. We understand how the disorder attacks an individual’s life, and we understand the many treatment options that are available.

Bipolar Disorder: What Is It?

Learning about what Bipolar is and how if functions may help people come to a better understanding of what is happening in their lives. Bipolar is an illness that can cause chaos in an individual’s life, but behind the chaos, there is a recognizable pattern to the disorder. Understanding may be the first step in healing. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5) gives the diagnostics for recognizing both the depressive and manic phases of Bipolar.

In the depressive phase, people will often feel empty, weepy, sad, and hopeless. They often experience disinterest in their daily lives, responsibilities, and activities. The depressive phase will also have at least three of the following symptoms:

  1. Indecisiveness or an unfocused attention span.
  2. Changes in psychomotor activity—either slowed or rapid movements such as foot tapping, pacing, or speech.
  3. Declining stamina and energy.
  4. An inability to sleep or sleeping excessively.
  5. Overwhelming feelings of worthlessness and/or guilt.
  6. Thinking repetitively of death, even suicide idealization.
  7. Appetite or weight changes—either a decrease or increase.

These will be present for most of the day, on more days than not, and for a two-week period to be a depressive stage. As difficult as depression is, it is only one of the challenges that Bipolar Depression introduces into an individual’s life. The other phase is mania. This phase can include either a frenetic euphoria or irritation. The DSM-5 gives further diagnostics:

  • An abnormally irritable or euphoric state that persists for at least one week.
  • If the mania is jubilant, three of the following symptoms will be present. If the mania is contentious, then four will be present:
    • Decreased need for sleep.
    • Unfocused attention.
    • A racing mind that cannot settle.
    • Increased verbosity.
    • Excessive planning and goal-directed activities.
    • Engaging in potentially painful or risky behavior.
    • A swollen sense of self-esteem and grandiosity.
  • A medication or drug cannot cause these symptoms.
  • The symptoms will be severe enough to disturb an individual’s personal and professional life, cause psychosis, or necessitate a hospital trip.

Bipolar can come in several different forms. One important form is Bipolar II. When people have Bipolar II, they experience depression and hypo-mania, that is, a less severe form of mania. It is critical that people work with a mental health professional to find a proper diagnosis because the right diagnosis is often the foundation of the proper treatment.

Reaching out for Help from Thriveworks Cedar Park

We have been given a challenging illness, and there is no other option than to meet those challenges. … That’s why it’s important to find a community – however small – of other bipolar people to share experiences and find comfort in the similarities.
—Carrie Fisher

Just like other serious illness, treatment for Bipolar Depression often requires the supervision of a mental health professional. Skilled therapists can help people find a diagnosis and treatment plan, but this is often only one piece of the puzzle. It may also be important for people to…

  1. Find a Bipolar support group: this can be a safe place where other people truly understand what you are facing.
  2. Focus upon hope: Bipolar is a challenge, but many people learn to manage the disease. Many resources are available, and there are many reasons to hope.

If you are also looking for mental health care, consider reaching out to Thriveworks Cedar Park. Our therapists have experience diagnosing and treating Bipolar Depression, and we have appointments available. When you call our office, you may have your first appointment within 24 hours. We also accept many forms of insurance. Let’s work together. Call today.

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Deissy is the best!

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I have been seeing therapists for about 20 years now, with little success. Until I met with Deissy Rosenbaum. It is obvious to me that Deissy deeply cares about my well-being; she combines complex techniques that I have never seen before, resulting in remarkable success. I have been able to remember things from my youth that were long suppressed, and feel much more whole inside. She is very humble, but her talents are quite impressive. I would describe her as patient, soft-spoken, and sensitive to my feelings. I could particularly see her working well with children, and in reality, getting in touch with my inner child was part of what really helped me. She is very easy to talk to, and I’m really happy I found her.
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Susan Wills is amazing!

★★★★★
Susan is a compassionate, inspirational, and insightfull therapist. She helped me through the toughest moments of my life and taught me techniques to enjoy living, rather than just scraping by. It seems like a lot of therapists are leaving this location recently. Susan is the best, my quality of life has dramatically improved with her guidance. I strongly recommend her to anyone in need.
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Susan makes Thriveworks WORK

★★★★★
I had been looking for a wonderful therapist for a long time and then I finally found Susan. She is warm and caring and I look forward to seeing her every week. I have seen many therapists leave this thriveworks practice in the last year, so if you're looking for a long term stable relationship, ask for Susan. shes the BEST
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Helping me take control of my life again

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I work with Susan, who is kind, understanding, and easy to talk to. She's helping me learn techniques to manage my anxiety, and for the first time in my adult life, I feel like I have a sense of control and can handle any curveballs thrown my way. I've only just started seeing her recently but have already seen a huge improvement in my mood and day-to-day life. Susan is awesome to work with and I highly recommend her!
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Susan Wills is the kindness, warmest person!

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Susan is easy to talk to and has a warm, inviting demeanor that makes you trust her implicitly.
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This place is awesome!

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I’ve been seeing Susan Wills for almost a year and she’s by far one of the best therapists I’ve ever found. She makes me feel special. I always look forward to our sessions.
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Thriveworks counseling has changed my life!

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I have grown and learned so much about myself since I began seeing Susan Wills for counseling. She has helped me to make life goals and see them to fruition!
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Susan Wills is amazing 10/10 recommend!!!!
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Susan Wills

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Susan is an amazing therapist. She is extremely warm and caring and genuinely seems to love what she does. She always seems truly happy to see you and creates such an accepting, safe atmosphere. She is also very knowledgeable and offers you helpful resources, tools, and ideas for working on between sessions. I couldn’t recommend Susan enough, she has helped me so much.
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Wonderful Experience with Susan Wills

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I have had such a wonderful experience working with Susan. She has truly helped me overcome many obstacles in my life and I'm very thankful for her. She makes me feel very comfortable and confident, and I'm so pleased with everything she's helped me with and the tools she's provided me with. I look forward to continuing my counseling with her.
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Thriveworks is Great

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Susan Wills is wonderful. She always is in a great mood and has very insightful things to tell me that help me manage my anxiety. I always leave her office with a positive outlook on the next week.
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Susan Wills

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Amazing Therapist who has helped me soo much. Would highly recommend. She is very kind and takes time to listen and fix your mindset in the nicest way possible.
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Thriveworks is a great place

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Susan Willis at Thriveworks is absolutely wonderful. She has been very helpful and caring, I am learning to have such a better outlook on life. I am very grateful to be going to her to become a better person!
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Susan Wills

★★★★★
Susan Wills is an amazing counselor. I have been going to her for several months now and she has helped me with adjusting to my new life in Texas and overcoming the challenges that life presents. Susan is a great listener, can relate to her clients and provides meaningful homework assignments to help her clients meet their goals. I have seen several counselors in the past and I have made more progress working with Susan by attending sessions and doing the work necessary outside of our sessions to improve my mental health.
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Susan Wills

★★★★★
Susan is awesome! She is a great listener and has recommend tools that have helped me so much with all the issues that I have brought to her. I look forward to our time together. She is very easy to be around.
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Excellent care

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Susan Wills has been instrumental in helping me deal with stress and anxiety due to health related issues. I am truly grateful for the tools and insight she provides.
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SUSAN wills

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Amazing therapist. Really helping me a lot and is giving me new ways to work through issues
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Susan Wills

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Susan is the best. She has a way of mixing her professional expertise with so much compassion that you feel better just walking into her office. I highly recommend this beautiful soul.
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A Caring and Helpful Counselor

★★★★★
Susan Wills has been my therapist for a few months now. I had never attended therapy before, but felt I needed to in order to get my emotions in order. She is so good at her help, that never feel like I've been through "therapy", but always leave her office in a much better mood and can more easily handle the stresses and difficulties my life seems to bring. I would recommend her to anyone, especially if you've never had therapy or counseling before.
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great counselor

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Susan Wills is encouraging and a wonderful motivator. She has provided me with the tools I need for success.
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Very Please

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I have been seeing Rhonda Griffin for a few months, and she has been great. She has been helping me navigate a very difficult time in my life. I'm very thankful for the support and the thought provoking work she gives me. This is the first time where I've felt my counselor has helped me grow. I also love that the office is convenient and the appointments are always on time.
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I love this place

★★★★★
I just love coming here Mrs. Wills never fails to make me smile with her constant encoragement and cheer. I never fail to leave here with a grin spreading wide across my face. She always gives me great strtagies. I just have on thing to say. Thank you!
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Susan

★★★★★
It has been such a pleasure meeting with Susan. I can always tell that she is genuinely happy to meet with me and has been a remarkably positive force in my life as both a counselor and life coach.
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So grateful for Susan Wills!

★★★★★
I have gone to therapy off and on in my life, and I've never felt more supported than I do with Susan Wills. She's approachable and encouraging, and she's truly invested in my success. Our appointments have been so helpful for me. I'm so grateful I found Susan.
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Susan Wills highly recommended

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I was going through a very difficult time and truly needed professional help. Luckily, I found Susan and a partnership began. She was so attentive and so caring at a critical time. She was honest, up front and extremely helpful. If you seek excellent counseling, reach out to Susan.
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Susan Wills

★★★★★
I believe everything happens for a reason. I've had difficulty even meeting a therapist. I've had therapists cancel on me before even meeting them.. and then there was Susan. She has already done wonders on me and my self-growth. She gives you resources and outlets to use in between sessions. She takes the time to listen and make you feel valued and cared for. She is having me practice gratitude and to be honest, she is what I am most grateful for at this stage in my life. I feel stronger everyday now. Please know she is one of a kind and deserves your time if you are willing. Anyone is lucky to have her!!!
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recommendation

★★★★★
I've been seeing Susan in Cedar Park for a little over a month. She's awesome! She's helping me navigate through a very difficult and stressful situation! I highly recommend Thriveworks, and Susan! I wish you well in your journey.
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Miss Management

★☆☆☆☆
Poor management they tried to take $100 dollars from me for a missed appointment when I was sick.
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Poor management

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This place can't keep staff. In the short time that I was seen here, two of my therapists left. Avoid thriveworks
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