Therapy for Mania & Elevated Moods in Monmouth County, NJ

Experiencing a manic or hypomanic episode can feel incredibly disorienting. At first, it might feel like a surge of productivity, creativity, and intense energy. But as the momentum builds, that energy can quickly turn into racing thoughts, impulsivity, a severe lack of sleep, and a feeling that your mind is moving too fast for your body to catch up. When the energy finally breaks, the "crash" that follows can leave you feeling exhausted and overwhelmed.

At LEAF by Dr. Dana Spada Psychotherapy, we provide a deeply compassionate, grounding space to help you navigate these intense shifts. We are here to help you safely regulate your energy and find a sustainable, peaceful balance without judgment.

Whether your elevated moods are tied to Bipolar Disorder, heavy stress, trauma, or major life transitions, the experience requires careful, empathetic support. Our licensed clinicians hold advanced training in helping individuals navigate and manage:

• Racing Thoughts & Speech: Feeling like your brain is running a marathon, making it difficult to focus, listen, or slow down.
• Sleep Disruptions: Operating on little to no sleep for days at a time without feeling immediately tired.
• Impulsivity: Making sudden, risky decisions regarding finances, relationships, or personal safety that feel out of character.
• Irritability & Restlessness: Feeling agitated, easily frustrated, or unable to sit still when others can't keep up with your pace.
• The Emotional Crash: Healing from the heavy emotional and physical exhaustion, or feelings of guilt, that often follow an episode.

Because we offer a boutique, concierge level of care, we take the time to understand your unique triggers and patterns. Our goal is not to dull your vibrant personality, but to give you the tools to channel your energy safely and effectively.

We utilize an integrative framework to help you restore your equilibrium. This includes Somatic Therapy to help regulate your nervous system and physically slow down your body, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to build distress tolerance and emotional regulation skills, and cognitive techniques to help you identify the early warning signs of an elevated mood before it spirals.