Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder, in all of its manifestations, can be a devastating, confusing, and destructive disease. Without the proper help, it can be very easy for a person to get lost in their symptoms and sink lower into an all-consuming depression or the anxiety that comes with manic phases. It is important to reach out to a professional that understands your disorder and can fully explain the details of what this condition means to you. Knowing these details can mean the difference between suffering with bipolar disorder and living with bipolar disorder.
Why Get Therapy If I Already Take Medication?
Therapy can be just as important as the proper medication, as someone who suffers from bipolar disorder needs to understand what is happening to them in order to be able to manage it. A trained therapist can be instrumental in your ability to function in a positive manner and continue moving forward in your life by supporting you and helping you recognize your symptoms.
We will work with you in whatever way is most suitable to your individual needs. Whether group or personal therapy, our primary goal is to assist you in managing your disorder.
Can Therapy Really Help With Bipolar?
While medication can be a vital part of maintaining bipolar disorder, it isn’t always enough. With your mental health at stake, it’s very important to give yourself every possible chance and every possible advantage in recovery. While there is no cure, there is no reason that you cannot manage your symptoms in a way that allows you to lead a positive and fulfilling life.
Comprehensive Support In Westlake Village, CA
Marina Edelman, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Westlake Village, CA, offers comprehensive and holistic care for clients. Marina’s expertise includes support with mental health concerns, including mood and anxiety disorders, and help with managing anger related to bipolar disorder. Her practice extends to clients in Malibu, Calabasas, Thousand Oaks, Moorpark, Newbury Park, Simi Valley, Camarillo, Oak Park, and surrounding areas in Los Angeles and Santa Barbara, and beyond in the state of California.
Take the First Step Towards Change
Many clients choose to address stress through couples therapy, where we work directly on the relational patterns driving emotional overload.
Contact Marina Edelman, LMFT, today for a confidential consultation.
Learn More About Marina Edelman’s Services
You can also find more information on her Psychology Today profile: Marina Edelman – Psychology Today. Or explore resources on the AEDP Institute website: Marina Edelman – AEDP Institute
FAQ Section
Can relationship problems really cause chronic emotional overload ?
Yes. Relationship distress is one of the most significant contributors to chronic stress. Ongoing conflict, emotional disconnection, or feeling unsupported keeps the nervous system in a heightened state of alert, which can lead to anxiety, burnout, and physical symptoms over time.
Is stress management therapy different from couples therapy?
Stress management therapy often overlaps with couples therapy when stress is driven by relationship dynamics. For many clients, addressing communication patterns, emotional safety, and conflict directly within the relationship leads to more effective and lasting stress reduction.
Should we seek couples therapy if overwhelm is affecting our relationship?
Yes. If stress is contributing to frequent conflict, emotional distance, or decreased intimacy, couples therapy can help identify the patterns fueling stress and create healthier ways of relating.
Do you offer burnout counseling for individuals as well as couples?
Yes. I work with both individuals and couples. Individual therapy often focuses on stress related to relationships, emotional regulation, and personal boundaries, while couples therapy addresses shared relational dynamics.
Do you offer stress management therapy via telehealth?
Yes. I provide therapy to clients throughout California via secure telehealth, in addition to in-person sessions in Westlake Village, CA.
Serving Westlake Village, Malibu, Calabasas, Thousand Oaks, Moorpark, Newbury Park, Simi Valley, Camarillo, Oak Park, and surrounding areas in Los Angeles and Santa Barbara, and beyond in the state of California via telehealth.