Online therapy for bipolar disorder from just $25/session with licensed therapists (PhD, PsyD, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT) specializing in evidence-based approaches including DBT and CBT. At Grouport, we offer online individual therapy, online group therapy, and virtual IOP options designed to help you manage mood episodes, build coping strategies, and regain a sense of stability and control.
Whether you prefer one-on-one care or the added support of therapist-led group therapy, our online bipolar disorder therapy connects you to expert guidance and a compassionate community so you can start feeling more balanced, one step at a time.
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At Grouport, we offer a range of online therapy options to help individuals manage bipolar disorder symptoms, stabilize mood episodes, and build healthier emotional and relational patterns. Many members choose to mix and match therapy formats to create a comprehensive, personalized treatment plan.
Online therapy for bipolar disorder: personalized, flexible, and therapist-led. We'll guide you with dedicated support every step of the way.
Whether you're interested in group therapy, individual sessions, couples or family therapy, or IOP, or a combination, you'll start by selecting the type of support that fits your needs. You can also choose the care frequency that works best for you. Complete our onboarding form and sign up directly for the plan that suits you best.
After signing up, you'll connect with a dedicated care coordinator who will walk you through available therapists, group options, and scheduling. You'll make the final choice about your care, including which therapists you'll meet with and when, based on your goals, preferences, and schedule.
Attend your weekly online sessions, whether group, individual, couples, family, or IOP, at the cadence that works best for you. Our team will be here to support you every step of the way, ensuring you're happy with your care plan and helping you make changes whenever needed.
Whether you're interested in online group therapy for bipolar disorder, individual therapy sessions, a combination of both, or our virtual IOP for more intensive care, you'll start by selecting the format that fits your needs and schedule. You can customize the frequency of sessions and even pair live therapy with our DBT self-guided program for added support between sessions. Just complete our onboarding form and sign up directly for the plan that suits you best.
After signing up, you'll connect with a dedicated care coordinator who will discuss your mental health challenges, goals, and preferences. They'll walk you through the range of therapy options best suited to your needs for managing bipolar disorder. You'll make the final choice about your care, including which therapists you'll meet with and select session times that are most convenient for you.
Attend your weekly online therapy sessions to build coping skills, mood regulation strategies, and stability tools tailored to bipolar disorder. Our team will be here to support you at every step of the way, ensuring you're happy with your care plan and helping you make changes whenever needed.
Bipolar disorder is more than just mood swings. It's a medical condition involving distinct episodes of mania (or hypomania) and depression that can significantly impact your daily functioning, relationships, and overall well-being.
Common signs to watch for include:
If you recognize these patterns in yourself or a loved one, working with a licensed therapist can help you build stability, develop coping strategies, and regain control.
Bipolar disorder doesn't just affect your mood. It can impact every part of your daily routine. Understanding how it shows up in your life is the first step toward building effective coping strategies through therapy.
Mood episodes can strain relationships with partners, family, and friends. During manic phases, impulsivity and irritability may lead to conflicts, while depressive episodes can cause withdrawal. Online therapy helps you develop communication skills and repair relationship patterns.
Bipolar disorder can make it difficult to maintain consistent productivity. Manic episodes may bring bursts of overcommitment followed by depressive crashes. Therapy provides tools for pacing yourself, managing workplace stress, and maintaining professional stability.
Sleep disruption is both a symptom and trigger of bipolar episodes. During mania, you may feel you don't need sleep; during depression, you may struggle to get out of bed. Our therapists help you build sleep hygiene routines and recognize early warning signals.
Impulsive spending during manic episodes is one of the most common, and least discussed, challenges of bipolar disorder. Therapy can help you recognize impulsive patterns before they escalate and develop strategies for financial stability.
Living with bipolar disorder can leave you feeling like you don't know which version of yourself is "real." The constant shift between emotional states can erode self-confidence. Therapy helps you build a stable sense of identity that isn't defined by mood episodes.
Many people with bipolar disorder withdraw from social activities, either because of depressive symptoms or fear of how others will react to mood shifts. Therapy provides strategies to rebuild social connections at a sustainable pace and develop confidence in social settings.
Starting therapy can feel intimidating, especially if you're managing bipolar disorder. Here's what your first few sessions typically look like, so you know exactly what to expect.
Your therapist will ask about your history with bipolar disorder, including when symptoms first appeared, what your mood episodes look like, and any previous treatments you've tried. This isn't a test. It's a collaborative conversation designed to help your therapist understand where you are and what kind of support will help most.
You and your therapist will identify specific, achievable goals, such as reducing the frequency of mood episodes, improving relationships, building a crisis plan, or developing better sleep routines. These goals evolve as you progress and become the roadmap for your treatment.
Most therapists will introduce practical techniques early, such as mood tracking, identifying early warning signs, or basic DBT distress tolerance skills. You'll leave your first session with something tangible you can use immediately, not just a plan to "talk more next week."
By your third or fourth session, you'll start developing a clearer picture of your triggers, patterns, and strengths. Your therapist will begin introducing deeper interventions, whether that's CBT thought restructuring, DBT emotional regulation skills, or interpersonal strategies. Many Grouport members report feeling noticeably more stable within the first 4-6 weeks of consistent therapy.
See how our therapy options have helped our members experience life-changing results
Stephanie
“Grouport is time flexible and affordable and if it didn’t exist, I don’t know where I would go. I had looked into other places before Grouport and there really wasn’t any option like it.”
Michael
“I highly recommend this to anyone who is struggling with anxiety or depression. The therapists are top notch and have made me feel really comfortable and my anxiety has improved tremendously in only a few sessions!”
Isabel
"I joined Grouport to work on myself and to heal. I’m learning so much at every session! The change I see not only in myself but in my fellow group members is abundantly encouraging and profoundly fulfilling. Group therapy with Grouport is a powerful healing tool."
Sheldon
“I was feeling very down at the end of 2020 and I was ready to do something drastic that I know I'd likely regret. The group definitely helped show me that there are people who feel the same way as I do.”
Nancy
“The therapy from Grouport is high quality and convenient. I am becoming much more self aware and am liking myself more. My relationships at work are better and I’m much happier.”
Emily
“I like the connection you can make with total strangers and the confidentiality it comes with.”
Danielle
"Grouport can help you with your issues. Their therapists are well trained to work with you on your issues. I felt my anxiety greatly improve after only a few sessions. I highly recommend it!"
Glenn
"Grouport's approach to DBT is a real strength. This approach provides tools and methods for working with difficult emotions and getting a handle on them. It has given me hope where other approaches have failed."
At Grouport, our virtual bipolar disorder therapy integrates several evidence-based therapeutic techniques designed to help you regain stability and manage symptoms effectively:
One of the most effective treatments for the emotional intensity of bipolar disorder, DBT helps individuals develop mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness skills. These skills are critical for managing mood swings and reducing impulsive behaviors during manic or hypomanic episodes.
CBT helps individuals identify and challenge distorted thought patterns that can worsen mood episodes. It teaches practical strategies for managing depressive and manic thinking, improving problem-solving, and building healthier behavioral responses to triggers.
Understanding your condition is a powerful tool. Psychoeducation helps individuals and families learn about bipolar disorder, including the nature of mood episodes, early warning signs, triggers, and the importance of medication adherence and lifestyle management.
IPSRT focuses on stabilizing daily routines, particularly sleep, wake times, meals, and social interactions to reduce the likelihood of mood episodes. It also helps manage relationship problems that may trigger or worsen bipolar symptoms.
MBCT combines cognitive strategies with mindfulness practices to increase present-moment awareness, helping individuals recognize early signs of mood shifts and prevent full episodes through improved emotional self-regulation.
FFT involves family members in the treatment process, improving communication, reducing conflict, and building a more supportive home environment. Research shows that family involvement significantly reduces relapse rates for individuals with bipolar disorder.
Every Grouport therapist is a licensed, accredited mental health professional with specialized training in evidence-based approaches for treating bipolar disorder.
Our therapists typically have over a decade of clinical experience across diverse settings including hospitals, community mental health centers, and private practice, with specialized expertise in bipolar disorder, mood disorders, and evidence-based interventions like DBT and CBT.
We continually evaluate outcomes through internal studies and outcomes studies with researchers from leading universities such as Carnegie Mellon, University of Essex, and University of Cologne, ensuring our bipolar disorder therapy is grounded in the latest clinical evidence.
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80%of our members start with moderate to severe mental health symptoms
70% of our members feel significantly better within just 8 weeks
50% of our members achieve remission levels within just 8 weeks
80%
of our members start with moderate to severe mental health symptoms
70%
of our members feel significantly better within just 8 weeks
50%
of our members achieve remission levels within just 8 weeks
Group, individual, couples, family, IOP, and teen therapy — all online, all therapist-led. Mix and match care options to fit your needs — and get discounted pricing when you bundle.
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Bipolar disorder often co-occurs with other mental health conditions. Our licensed therapists are experienced in treating a wide range of challenges, and many members address multiple concerns simultaneously through our flexible therapy options.
Grouport provides online group therapy, individual therapy, couples therapy, family therapy, teen therapy, intensive outpatient program (IOP), all held virtually over video chat. We also offer a DBT self-guided program, which gives you lifetime access to a self-paced DBT program with therapist-guided lessons.
Many members combine multiple therapy types, such as group + individual therapy, to best fit their needs.
Online therapy has revolutionized mental health care, making it easier to access licensed mental health professionals than ever before. It's convenient and accessible with no need to commute or wait in crowded offices. You can access bipolar disorder treatment from your home. Each group therapy session is led by licensed therapists specializing in mood disorders. With group sessions starting at just $35, developing stability skills is within reach without financial strain.
Virtual group therapy or online individual therapy for bipolar disorder is designed to help you achieve mood stability and personal growth in a supportive environment. The key objectives include:
Identifying Triggers: Helping individuals recognize situations, thoughts, stressors, and sleep disruptions that may trigger manic or depressive episodes.
Building Coping Skills: Teaching evidence-based techniques to manage mood shifts, regulate emotions, and maintain stability during both highs and lows.
Developing a Wellness Plan: Creating personalized strategies for medication adherence, sleep hygiene, routine maintenance, and early warning sign recognition.
Strengthening Relationships: Helping individuals communicate their needs, rebuild trust, and navigate how bipolar disorder affects their personal and professional connections.
Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder that presents in several forms. Bipolar I Disorder is characterized by manic episodes lasting at least 7 days, or manic symptoms severe enough to require hospitalization. Bipolar II Disorder is defined by depressive episodes and hypomanic episodes without full-blown mania. Cyclothymic Disorder involves periods of hypomanic and depressive symptoms lasting at least 2 years. There are also Other Specified and Unspecified Bipolar Disorders. Compassionate, evidence-based treatment can help you manage symptoms and improve your quality of life.
Yes, every Grouport therapist is accredited and licensed. Our network includes:
✅ Licensed Psychologists (PhD, PsyD)
✅ Licensed Social Workers (LCSW)
✅ Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHC)
✅ Licensed Marriage & Family Therapists (LMFT)
Our therapists typically have over a decade of experience. Learn more about the therapists
Grouport is available worldwide! All sessions are held virtually over video chat. We offer separate therapy groups for Adults (18+) and Teens & Adolescents (under 18), so each age group receives care tailored to their needs.
Many people with bipolar disorder also experience co-occurring conditions. Our licensed therapists specialize in treating anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma and PTSD, borderline personality disorder, grief and loss, chronic illness, relationship issues, and anger management, among many other mental health conditions and life challenges.
We use evidence-based approaches including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), CBT, and other proven modalities. Many members address multiple concerns simultaneously through our flexible therapy options.
Yes! If you're signing up for 1 group session per week, you'll choose your preferred group, therapist, and schedule during signup. For bundled plans or other therapy types, a care coordinator will reach out to match you. Most members are placed within a few hours, or within 24-72 hours max. You can always switch groups or therapists.
Our therapy is backed by outcomes studies with researchers from leading universities such as Carnegie Mellon, University of Essex, and University of Cologne.
80% of members start with moderate to severe symptoms.
70% see clinically significant reduction within 8 weeks.
50% achieve remission levels within 8 weeks.
90% would be disappointed if they lost access to Grouport.
At Grouport, we make it easy to choose the best personalized services for your unique mental health challenges. Combine group therapy with other treatments, choose individual therapy for personalized attention, or tailor the frequency of sessions based on your schedule.
Our licensed therapists lead sessions multiple times a week to ensure flexibility. If you need help choosing the right treatment plan, our care coordinators are here to help! You can schedule a call with a care coordinator or email us at support@grouporttherapy.com.
We offer flexible therapy options with straightforward pricing:
Online Group Therapy: Averages $32/session ($140/month).
Online Individual Therapy: Averages $103/session ($448/month).
Online Couples Therapy: Averages $114/session ($492/month).
Online Family Therapy: Averages $148/session ($640/month).
Virtual IOP: Averages $311/week ($1,348/month).
Online Teen Therapy: Averages $103/session ($448/month).
DBT Self-Guided Program: One-time fee of $500.
Payment Options: Monthly, Quarterly (Save 10%), Biannually (Save 15%). No long-term commitment. Switch therapists anytime. Cancel anytime!
We currently do not accept insurance. However, Grouport offers flat monthly pricing with no surprise bills, FSA/HSA eligibility, and sessions averaging as low as $23 to $32 for group therapy. We can provide detailed invoices for potential out-of-network reimbursement.
You can cancel your subscription at any time. No long-term commitment. Full access through your last billing period. If your sessions are accessed via email links, email support@grouporttherapy.com to request a cancellation form. If sessions occur within the member portal, cancel under the "manage subscription" tab.
Yes, therapy and medication are most effective when used together. Medication helps stabilize the biological aspects of bipolar disorder, while therapy provides the skills, self-awareness, and behavioral strategies that medication alone cannot. Our therapists work alongside your prescribing provider (we do not prescribe medication ourselves) to ensure your treatment plan is comprehensive. Many Grouport members are on medication and find that therapy significantly improves their ability to manage triggers, maintain routines, and prevent relapse.
While there is overlap in therapeutic techniques, bipolar disorder therapy specifically addresses the unique challenges of cycling between mood states. This includes mood monitoring and early warning sign detection, strategies for managing both manic and depressive episodes (not just one pole), lifestyle and routine stabilization (especially sleep, which is a major trigger), impulsivity management during elevated mood states, and building a long-term relapse prevention plan. Our therapists are trained to tailor evidence-based approaches like DBT, CBT, and IPSRT specifically for bipolar disorder rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach.
Part of your therapy will involve building a personalized crisis and coping plan for exactly this situation. Your therapist will help you identify early warning signs, develop specific strategies for both manic and depressive episodes, and determine when to reach out for additional support. Between sessions, you can use the DBT and CBT skills you are learning, reach out to your care coordinator if you need to adjust your session schedule, and contact your prescribing provider if medication adjustments may be needed. If you are in immediate crisis, please contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.
Whether you're navigating mood episodes, relationship challenges, or simply looking to build emotional resilience, bipolar disorder therapy can help you regain control. Start building the skills for a more balanced life, on your terms.
