Comprehensive bipolar disorder treatment through our PHP and IOP mental health programs. Expert medication management, DBT, and individualized care from licensed clinicians in a supportive, family-style environment.
Bipolar disorder involves distinct mood episodes. Select an episode type to learn more about the warning signs.
If you or a loved one is experiencing any of these signs, we can help.
Call (857) 312-1697Most clients begin treatment within 24–48 hours. Call now for a free, confidential consultation.
Structured daily programming with DBT skills groups, individual therapy, psychoeducation, and NP evaluation within 24 hours for medication management. Our most intensive outpatient level for bipolar disorder.
Learn About PHP →Step-down from PHP with flexible scheduling. Choose 9 AM, 12:30 PM, or 6 PM sessions. Continued mood monitoring, DBT skills practice, and weekly individual therapy included.
Learn About IOP →IOP-level intensity during evening hours. Designed for adults managing bipolar disorder who need treatment without disrupting their career or daily responsibilities.
Evening Track Details →Ongoing support after completing PHP or IOP. Individual therapy, medication check-ins, and one group session weekly to maintain mood stability long-term.
Learn About OP →All program levels available virtually. Participate from home or mix in-person and virtual sessions — especially helpful during depressive episodes when leaving home feels difficult.
Telehealth Options →On-site Nurse Practitioner manages bipolar medications including lithium, lamotrigine, and atypical antipsychotics. Medication is a critical component of bipolar treatment, always combined with therapy.
Medication Management Details →Evidence-based therapies specifically designed for bipolar disorder, including DBT, psychoeducation, mood tracking, and structured routines to stabilize mood cycling.
Nurse Practitioner evaluation and medication management within 24 hours of PHP admission. Mood stabilizers and atypical antipsychotics initiated promptly when indicated.
Structured group therapy targeting emotional dysregulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness — skills essential for managing bipolar mood episodes.
Morning, afternoon, or evening sessions. Switch between time slots daily based on your work and family commitments — especially important during mood shifts.
Small caseloads mean your clinician has time for personalized treatment planning, medication monitoring, and individualized attention to your unique mood patterns.
One-on-one therapy with your assigned clinician every week, regardless of program level. Mood tracking review and collaborative treatment adjustments from day one.
Lithium, lamotrigine, atypical antipsychotics, and other mood stabilizers managed by our on-site Nurse Practitioner. Medication is critical for bipolar disorder and is carefully titrated for each client.
Individual family sessions plus monthly Zoom education groups covering bipolar disorder, recognizing mood episodes, and building a supportive home environment.
Breathwork, yoga, and meditation integrated into programming to support mood regulation. Experiential activities including equine therapy and hiking.
Dedicated case manager for life skills, employment support, housing referrals, and aftercare coordination to maintain stability after treatment.
Start treatment within 24–48 hours of your initial call. Multiple weekly admission opportunities available — especially important during acute mood episodes.
Every person’s experience with bipolar disorder is unique, but here is a general framework for what to expect during treatment at Trailhead.
Most clients begin treatment within 24–48 hours. Call now for a free, confidential consultation.
Our staff combines professional credentials with deep expertise in mood disorders — they understand what living with bipolar disorder is really like.
Oversees all clinical operations and treatment planning. Specializes in evidence-based approaches for bipolar disorder and co-occurring mental health conditions.
Master’s-level clinician with extensive experience treating bipolar and mood disorders. Leads DBT skills groups and individual therapy sessions.
Manages psychiatric medications including mood stabilizers, lithium, lamotrigine, and atypical antipsychotics. Evaluates all PHP clients within 24 hours of admission.
5+ years in behavioral health. Coordinates life skills training, employment support, housing referrals, and aftercare planning to maintain long-term stability.
A comfortable, home-like environment designed to support your recovery journey.
Multiple dedicated spaces for group sessions, each designed for a different therapeutic modality.
Quiet space for breathwork, yoga, and mindfulness practice.
Calm decompression space when you need a quiet moment.
Ping pong, foosball, and Xbox for fellowship and social connection.
Fresh air, walks, and social space between sessions.
Lunch provided for PHP clients, snacks and coffee for all.
Bipolar disorder affects approximately 2.8% of U.S. adults — nearly 7 million people. It typically emerges in the late teens to mid-20s, though it can develop at any age, and affects men and women equally.
Among those with bipolar disorder, up to 60% also experience substance use problems, often during manic episodes when impulsivity and risk-taking behavior increase. Additionally, 25–50% of people with bipolar disorder attempt suicide at some point in their lives, making early and effective treatment critical.
These aren’t just statistics — they represent families in Salem, Derry, Nashua, Manchester, and across New Hampshire who need access to specialized, evidence-based bipolar disorder treatment.
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Understand that bipolar disorder is a neurobiological condition, not a character flaw. Learn about mood episodes, the difference between bipolar I and II, and why medication is essential. Knowledge reduces stigma and helps you respond with compassion rather than frustration.
Familiarize yourself with the early signs of manic and depressive episodes. Changes in sleep patterns are often the first warning sign. Decreased need for sleep may signal mania, while oversleeping may indicate depression. Early recognition enables early intervention.
Many people with bipolar disorder stop taking medication when they feel better — especially during the energy and confidence of early mania. Gently encourage consistency without being controlling. Medication is the foundation of bipolar treatment.
Discuss treatment plans, emergency protocols, and boundaries when your loved one is in a stable mood state — not during an active episode. Create a written plan together for what to do if symptoms escalate.
Supporting someone with bipolar disorder can be emotionally exhausting. Consider therapy for yourself, join a support group like NAMI Family-to-Family, and maintain your own routines. You can’t pour from an empty cup.
Our family support program is open to all family members 18+, past and present clients. We offer individual family therapy sessions and monthly Zoom education groups covering bipolar disorder, mood episodes, and building a recovery-supportive home.
Call for Family SupportIt’s common for people living with bipolar disorder to resist treatment — especially during manic episodes when they feel invincible. This doesn’t mean recovery is impossible — it means a different approach may be needed.
Our family support program provides education and community for anyone affected by a loved one’s bipolar disorder.
Topics include understanding bipolar disorder, recognizing mood episodes, family communication strategies, and building a stability-supportive home.
Trailhead Treatment Center is located in the medical and behavioral health corridor of Salem, New Hampshire. We provide bipolar disorder treatment for adults throughout greater New Hampshire and northern Massachusetts.
Conveniently accessible via I-93 and Route 28, with clients commuting from:
Dually licensed in New Hampshire and Massachusetts — serving clients from both states.
Your recovery begins with a single phone call. We’ll handle the rest.
