Interpersonal and Social Rhythm Therapy Group for Bipolar Disorder
What is Interpersonal and Social Rhythm Therapy?
It is a structured, evidence-based group therapy, that is designed primarily for individuals with bipolar disorder or mood instability. The aim to stabilize daily routines (sleep, meals, activities) and improve interpersonal relationships to prevent mood swings
Key Features
The group helps members identify how disruptions in their social rhythm and relationships trigger mood episodes
Core Goals:
Routine Stabilization:
Participants work on maintaining consistent daily schedules to stabilize biological rhythms.
The group explores how relationship conflicts, life events, and social roles impact mood.
Interpersonal Focus:
Structure:
Sessions involve education about the illness, tracking daily routines using tools like the Social Rhythm Metric (SRM), and developing coping skills to manage stress and maintain stability.
Benefits of Group Setting:
It provides peer support, reducing isolation while fostering a community for learning to manage mood disorders.
Session Information
The location is: 393 E. Riverside Dr., Suite 3A, St. George, UT 84790.
The cost per session is $ 20 dollars and there will be 12 sessions total.
The sessions will be held once a week on Wednesdays starting at 6:30pm. Please use the contact information below to learn when the next starting date is.
Contact
If interested in participating in the group, use the contact information below:
Phone number: 541-835-8597
Email: michaelynshumwaynp@gmail.com