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Bipolar Disorder & Addiction Treatment

Bipolar disorder carries one of the highest rates of co-occurring substance use of any psychiatric condition. Integrated care at every Courage Recovery Network location.

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How does Courage Recovery treat bipolar disorder?

Bipolar disorder carries one of the highest rates of co-occurring substance use of any psychiatric condition. Substances destabilize mood cycles and interfere with mood stabilizers. We provide psychiatric care that stabilizes mood while treating the substance use that disrupts it.

Key takeaways

  • Bipolar disorder carries one of the highest rates of co-occurring substance use of any psychiatric condition.
  • Also called bipolar I, bipolar II.
  • Core therapies: psychiatric medication management, psychoeducation, interpersonal and social rhythm therapy.
  • Treated at every level of care, from detox through outpatient, with on-site psychiatry.
  • Signs include periods of elevated energy, reduced need for sleep, or impulsivity, deep depressive episodes, substance use that spikes during manic or depressive phases.
  • Covered by most plans under federal mental health parity law.
Also known as
bipolar I, bipolar II, manic depression
Treated at
All levels of care: detox, inpatient, PHP, IOP, outpatient
Core therapies
psychiatric medication management, psychoeducation, interpersonal and social rhythm therapy
Psychiatric care
On-site psychiatrist, medication management, weekly review

Signs you may need bipolar disorder and addiction treatment

  • Periods of elevated energy, reduced need for sleep, or impulsivity
  • Deep depressive episodes
  • Substance use that spikes during manic or depressive phases
  • Medication non-adherence during highs
  • Prior misdiagnosis as depression alone

Our treatment approach

Accurate diagnosis first. Our psychiatrists differentiate bipolar disorder from substance-induced mood changes, then build a medication plan and a structured routine that protects sleep and stability.

Therapies we use for bipolar disorder

  • psychiatric medication management
  • psychoeducation
  • interpersonal and social rhythm therapy
  • CBT
  • family-focused therapy

Trauma-informed care at every level

Every Courage Recovery program is trauma-informed. Staff are trained to recognize how trauma shapes behavior, avoid re-traumatization, and create physical and emotional safety. This is not a specialty track. It is the baseline for everything we do.

Levels of care for bipolar disorder

Bipolar Disorder treatment is available at every level of care, so you can enter at the intensity you need and step down without losing your team.

Medically reviewed by the Courage Recovery Network Clinical Team. Last updated 2026-09-29. This page is for educational purposes and does not replace an individual clinical assessment. Call (888) 614-7778 for a confidential evaluation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is bipolar disorder treatment?

Bipolar disorder carries one of the highest rates of co-occurring substance use of any psychiatric condition. Substances destabilize mood cycles and interfere with mood stabilizers. We provide psychiatric care that stabilizes mood while treating the substance use that disrupts it.

What are the signs of bipolar disorder with substance use?

Common signs include periods of elevated energy, reduced need for sleep, or impulsivity, deep depressive episodes, substance use that spikes during manic or depressive phases, medication non-adherence during highs, and prior misdiagnosis as depression alone.

How does Courage Recovery treat bipolar disorder?

Accurate diagnosis first. Our psychiatrists differentiate bipolar disorder from substance-induced mood changes, then build a medication plan and a structured routine that protects sleep and stability.

What therapies are used for bipolar disorder?

We use psychiatric medication management, psychoeducation, interpersonal and social rhythm therapy, CBT, and family-focused therapy, chosen based on your assessment.

Can I get treatment for bipolar disorder and addiction at the same time?

Yes. That is the core of our model. Every Courage Recovery location treats mental health and substance use together, in one plan, with one clinical team.

Does insurance cover bipolar disorder treatment?

Yes. Under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most plans must cover mental health and substance use treatment at the same level as medical care. We accept Anthem BCBS, Cigna, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, UMR, Surest, GEHA, and Independence Blue Cross.

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