Bipolar Disorder Treatment Center & Hospital in Chandler, AZ

Learn more about bipolar disorder treatment at Oasis Behavioral Health Hospital in Chandler, AZ

Bipolar disorder is a serious mental illness that causes extreme fluctuations in a person’s ability to function. The turmoil that people with bipolar disorder go through as they experience the seemingly endless cycle of dramatic emotional highs and drastic emotional lows can cause them to feel hopeless about their future. They may have to fight through each day not knowing what mood change the next minute will bring and how – or if – they will be able to fight through it. They may find themselves struggling to perform in school or at work. They may find that their relationships with loved ones are slowly deteriorating. They may feel as though they are helpless to change and will never be able to gain control of how they experience life. But you do not have to feel helpless. You do not have to feel hopeless. You do not have to keep suffering.

At our hospital for bipolar disorder, we understand the significant challenges that living a life with bipolar disorder can present to the individuals suffering from it and we offer a program that will meet the needs of adolescents and adults who are struggling to overcome this debilitating disorder. Through our acute psychiatric hospital and our residential treatment center, we serve the inpatient needs of our patients through a safe, stable, and secure environment. Our newly renovated hospital provides patients with a modern, clean feel as they work towards successful recovery. At our hospital in Chandler, AZ, our philosophy is to instill hope, purpose, and optimism in every patient who comes to us for treatment.

Helping a loved one get treatment for bipolar disorder

If you have a child, a family member, or a loved one who is suffering from bipolar disorder, you are likely experiencing a wide range of emotions. You may feel helpless as to what you can do to help, but you may also be struggling with feelings of anger and frustration at how your loved one behaves. This frustration might also be causing you to question whether or not your loved one truly is suffering from bipolar disorder or if you are just witnessing signs of a strong, unique personality. If you are having such questions, here are some warning signs that may indicate the presence of bipolar disorder:

• Manic episode:
  • Behaving impulsively
  • Rapid speech
  • Decreased need for sleep
  • Flight of ideas
  • Expressions of grandiosity or invincibility
• Depressive episode:
  • Increased need for sleep
  • Expressing feelings of guilt
  • Social isolation
  • Self-harm
  • Suicidal ideation

If these are things that you have noticed in your loved one, then it is probably time to step in and work towards getting him or her the help that he or she needs. An acute psychiatric hospital or a residential treatment center can be instrumental in helping your loved one gain control of the tumultuous symptoms.

Why consider treatment for bipolar disorder at Oasis Behavioral Health Hospital in Chandler, AZ

If you have bipolar disorder, you might be feeling extremely concerned about what your future holds. If you have a child who has bipolar disorder, you may be feeling helpless as to how you can help him or her overcome the effects of the illness so that he or she can have a chance at a bright future. These concerns are completely understandable because, without receiving proper treatment, the long-term effects of bipolar disorder can be devastating. But they do not have to be.

Both acute inpatient treatment and residential treatment centers have proven to be successful at treating individuals who have bipolar disorder and are experiencing a crisis situation in which they are in the midst of a depressive or manic state that could ultimately put them at risk for causing harm to themselves or others. In such circumstances, the individuals are considered for treatment in the interest of safety, medication adjustment, and treatment / discharge planning in order to prevent such crises from happening again. These types of centers can help adolescents and adults address the symptoms of bipolar disorder that they are experiencing, as well as confront any additional mental health or behavioral concerns that may be present. By receiving treatment in an inpatient setting or in a residential treatment center, people are able to step away from the routines of their everyday lives and focus solely on healing. Through the use of various therapeutic methods and the implementation of appropriate medication, these two treatment options can help you or your loved one reach the goals he or she needs to overcome the symptoms of bipolar disorder and live the life that he or she wants.

Oasis Behavioral Health Hospital philosophy and benefits

At our hospital for bipolar disorder, our philosophy is centered on helping our patients find hope, purpose, and optimism. Hope is the recognition that our patients’ future can be different and is the fuel necessary for complete recovery. Our highly trained and qualified staff aim to help clients define their purpose outside of addiction and mental illness. We want to guide them in developing discharge plans that emphasize their strengths, goals, and desired purpose. At our bipolar disorder treatment center, we approach all of our clients with optimism about their recovery and about their future, addressing each roadblock independently and using any setbacks as opportunities for growth.

Types of bipolar disorder treatment offered at Oasis Behavioral Health Hospital in Chandler, AZ

When patients first arrive at our hospital in Chandler, AZ, they will undergo a comprehensive assessment in order to gain an understanding of the unique needs presented by each individual. In doing so, we are able to determine the most appropriate level of care that will meet those needs. We have an acute inpatient hospital that has been designed for adolescents aged 11-17 and adults aged 18 and older who are in need of a secure environment in order to find stabilization and recovery.

In addition to our inpatient treatment center, we also offer residential treatment for adolescents between the ages of 11 and 17. This program is designed specifically to meet the needs of children and adolescents who are struggling with emotional, behavioral, and substance abuse problems.

Through the use of a variety of evidenced-based therapeutic practices and experiential programming options, in combination with the use of appropriate psychotropic medication, we can help guide you or your loved one down the path for lasting recovery.

Treatment approaches for our acute inpatient program can include:

Medication: While being treated in our inpatient hospital, you will see a provider daily for medication management in order to ensure its effectiveness and to make any changes that may be necessary.

Group therapy: Our inpatient treatment is group-focused and so we hold various group sessions multiple times every day that cover a variety of different topics. Some of these groups include community groups, social services groups, recreation groups, and behavioral health groups. We also hold experientially based or interactive sessions that are designed to enhance our clients’ functioning levels in certain key areas of their lives that may have been previously ignored as a result of prolonged drug use or psychiatric conditions. These sessions may include physical, emotional, and social well-being, adult education opportunities, vocational development, daily living skills, spirituality, sexuality, recreation and leisure.

Family therapy: While being treated on an inpatient basis, patients will have at least one family therapy session where they can process through the varying emotions that may have resulted from the presence of bipolar disorder, or to work towards repairing any relationships that may have been damaged.

At our hospital for bipolar disorder, we also provide education sessions every Monday night for the family members of patients being treated in our center.

Treatment approaches for our residential treatment program can include:

Medication: Children and adolescents who take part in our residential treatment will meet with a psychiatrist every two weeks in order to provide medication management. Part of successfully treating bipolar disorder comes in the form of psychotropic medications, but all medication decisions will be made by you and your child’s treatment team together.

Daily school: All of the patients enrolled in our residential program attend school Monday through Friday for at least three hours each day. Our onsite school, Oasis Recovery School, is fully accredited and offers individualized education plans for each student. All of our teachers hold certifications in special education and work with the children to recover lost credits, catch up on skills, and graduate on time.

Individual therapy: Our patients receiving residential treatment meet one-on-one with a therapist for individual therapy sessions once each week. This time is allotted for children and adolescents to be able to have a confidential environment to process through the experiences they are having throughout the course of treatment.

Family therapy: Family therapy sessions are held at a minimum of once every two weeks and is meant to be a time for the patient and his or her family members to come together to explore how treatment is going for the patient, as well as to address any negative effects that the disorder may have had on the family unit.

Family members of patients in our residential center are also encouraged to attend the Monday night family education sessions.

Group therapy: Group sessions are held on a daily basis and include process groups, goal-setting groups, coping skills groups, and substance abuse groups for those who are in the substance abuse program.

Experiential methods: We provide our patients with a number of experiential programming options in addition to the traditional therapeutic methods. These options include gym, art, talking circles, daily recreation, time spent outside, and Bible study.

Continuing care and levels of treatment for bipolar disorder

At our hospital for bipolar disorder, we strive to make the discharge process as easy as possible. We understand that leaving any type of intensive treatment can be intimidating for people, so our treatment teams work to provide all patients with referrals to various outpatient providers who can provide psychiatric, psychological, and addiction support once patients leave our hospital for bipolar disorder. We will do everything in our power to make sure that the transition process flows as smoothly as possible so that you can be successful as you continue healing.