Treatment for Bipolar Disorder

Day Programs

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

This program is based on the principle of accepting what is out of your personal control, while committing to taking action to enrich your life and make it more meaningful.   

Art

If you enjoy creative expression and art to work through emotional and psychological issues, this program is useful. You will find it easier to engage with others in more structured sessions. If you have art experience, more advanced techniques may be learned.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Our Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) program provides specific psycho-education and CBT skills based practice to manage. This program helps you identify, understand and change unhelpful patterns of thinking which may negatively affect your life.

Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Program

This program aims to help better manage mood, attain better control of reactions to stressful events, and live with psychological and/or medical problems more effectively. MBCT is a scientifically validated program for depression relapse prevention, managing stress and negative mood states.

R.E.A.C.H. Bipolar and Depression

This Black Dog Institute developed program is based on the principles of Responsibility, Education, Acceptance, Connection and Hope. It is designed to help people manage their illness and stay well. Topics include fostering strengths; dealing with loss & grief; identifying early warning signs and triggers; wellbeing strategies, nurturing support networks and creating a unique 'stay well plan'.

Successful Sleep

This Cognitive Behavioural Therapy-based program is for people with sleep difficulties or chronic insomnia. You will get practical help to learn strategies to address sleep issues.