Are You Looking for Support with Bipolar Disorder?
Bipolar disorder is a mental illness that causes extreme mood swings, along with changes in energy, sleep, thinking, and behavior. These shifts can make it difficult to perform daily tasks, go to school or work, and maintain relationships.
What Bipolar disorder can look like in everyday life:
Manic episodes
People with bipolar disorder may experience:
Feeling very happy, elated, or overjoyed
Feeling jumpy or wired, more active than usual
Racing thoughts and talking very fast
Decreased need for sleep
Feeling like you are unusually important, talented, or powerful
Doing risky things that show poor judgment
Depressive episodes
Feeling very down or sad, or anxious
Feeling slowed down or restless
Trouble concentrating or making decisions
Trouble falling asleep, waking up too early, or sleeping too much
Feeling very sad, hopeless, or worthless
Feeling lonely or isolating yourself from others
Thinking about death or suicide
Mixed episodes
People with bipolar disorder may experience symptoms of both mania and depression at the same time. This can include feeling sad, empty, or hopeless, while also feeling energized.
Neurodivergence Specialist at The Peaceful Place
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Shannon Young, LCSW, LICSW (She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Clinician
Shannon specializes in Trauma Therapy and Personality Disorders and works with individuals ages 15 and up. She serves clients in Virginia and Washington D.C. and accepts self-pay, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield and Anthem HealthKeepers Plus.
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Shirin Mavaneh, M. Psy, M. Ed
Licensed Clinician
Shirin specializes in neurodivergence, trauma therapy, co-parenting, and divorce. She serves clients in Virginia and accepts self-pay, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield and Virginia Medicaid.
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Raquelle Poindexter, MA (All Pronouns Accepted)
Wellness and Relationship Coach
Raquelle specializes in LGBTQIA+ counseling, eating and body image disorders, and couples and families. Raquelle serves clients statewide and accepts self-pay.