Dr. Heidi Erickson specializes in treating bipolar disorder with compassion and expertise. Bipolar disorder, characterized by significant mood swings including emotional highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression), can impact every aspect of life. Dr. Erickson understands the challenges these fluctuations present and offers a personalized approach to help stabilize mood swings and improve overall quality of life.
Through a combination of medication management, psychotherapy, and lifestyle counseling, she helps patients develop strategies to manage symptoms effectively. Our goal is to support you in leading a balanced and fulfilling life, minimizing the impact of bipolar disorder on your day-to-day experiences.
Manic/Hypomanic Symptoms:
Depressive Symptoms:
Bipolar disorder, previously known as manic depression, is a mental health illness characterized by extreme highs and lows in mood. The rapid changes in mood can affect your energy, judgment, and behavior.
Bipolar disorder is a chronic condition, but you can manage it with the right treatment and therapy. It can be diagnosed at any age, but it usually shows up in your teens or early 20s.
Bipolar disorder is sometimes referred to as a spectrum disorder due to its range in types, which include:
While bipolar I disorder may present as the most extreme, all types of the disorder may cause some amount of disability.
Dr. Erickson uses a combination of talk therapy, medication, and alternative treatments to help you manage your bipolar disorder. Even with the right treatment, you may continue to experience highs and lows in mood, but the degree and duration significantly decrease.
Medications used to treat bipolar disorder include:
Dr. Erickson may also recommend MethylPro®, a natural mood stabilizer, or Nordic Naturals® omega-3 fatty acid supplements to help with depression.
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