Bipolar Disorder Treatment and Rehab Centers

Find compassionate, evidence-based bipolar disorder treatment and rehab centers through Alter Behavioral Health. Personalized care supports adults managing mood symptoms, co-occurring substance use, trauma, and complex psychiatric needs across residential, crisis stabilization, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient programs. With locations throughout Southern California and support for clients nationwide, care is designed to promote stability, healing, and lasting recovery.

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Our Bipolar Disorder Treatment Services

Personalized behavioral health programs support different levels of need, from crisis stabilization and residential care to outpatient treatment.

Residential Treatment

Residential mental health treatment provides comprehensive care for adults with bipolar disorder and complex psychiatric or co-occurring needs. Treatment includes individualized planning, evidence-based therapies, family participation options, and supportive living environments.

Crisis Stabilization

Crisis Stabilization & Intervention offers acute support for adults experiencing a mental health crisis. Clinical assessment, psychiatric stabilization, risk assessment, safety planning, and family sessions help address immediate concerns.

Partial Hospitalization

The Partial Hospitalization Program offers intensive outpatient care for adults with bipolar disorder, trauma, substance use, and other mental health concerns. CBT, DBT, EMDR, and family therapy are tailored to individual needs.

Intensive Outpatient

Intensive Outpatient treatment provides structured mental health and substance use support at a lower level of care than residential or partial hospitalization programs, with therapies tailored to each client.

Dual Diagnosis Treatment

Dual-diagnosis treatment addresses bipolar disorder alongside drug or alcohol addiction, using integrated care across residential, crisis, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient programs.

Aftercare Support

Aftercare resources, local support groups, and recovery planning help clients transition toward everyday life while continuing to build stability, functioning, and long-term recovery.

Whole-Person Care

Personalized Support For Lasting Stability

Alter Behavioral Health provides a full continuum of care for adults living with bipolar disorder and related mental health or substance use concerns. Treatment plans may incorporate CBT, DBT, EMDR, family therapy, mindfulness, and other evidence-based approaches. Across Southern California programs and support for clients nationwide, clinicians focus on individualized care, compassionate connection, practical skills, and recovery beyond discharge.

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Compassionate Progress

Recovery In Focus

Explore how personalized behavioral health care can support stability, healing, and meaningful progress.

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The Alter Difference

Why Choose Alter Behavioral Health?

A compassionate, evidence-based approach supports clients and families through complex behavioral health needs.

Full Continuum

Access residential, crisis, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, and additional support services.

Personalized Care

Individualized plans address bipolar disorder, trauma, addiction, and co-occurring psychiatric concerns together.

Clinical Expertise

Psychiatrists and doctorate- or master's-level clinicians oversee evidence-based, trauma-informed treatment.

Ongoing Support

Southern California programs and nationwide support help families navigate care, transition, and recovery.

Meet The Care Team

Compassionate clinicians support individualized treatment and meaningful recovery.

Portrait of Michael Castanon, Founder and CEO of Alter Behavioral Health

Michael Castanon

Founder and CEO

Michael Castanon is the Founder and CEO of Alter Behavioral Health, a Southern California-based organization dedicated to advancing the future of mental health care. With a vision rooted in combining scientific rigor, genuine compassion, and lasting transformation, Michael has built Alter Behavioral Health into a comprehensive provider offering a full continuum of care, including residential treatment, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, and outpatient services. He is committed to ensuring that every client receives individualized, evidence-based treatment delivered by skilled psychiatrists and clinicians. Under his leadership, the organization has earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval and recognition as a Care Predictor Certified Treatment Facility. Michael's mission is to empower individuals and families across Southern California and nationwide to heal, thrive, and achieve sustained recovery through innovative, whole-person care.

Frequently Asked Questions

What treatment options are available for bipolar disorder?

Treatment options include Residential Treatment, Crisis Stabilization & Intervention, Partial Hospitalization, and Intensive Outpatient care. The appropriate level depends on clinical needs, safety concerns, symptoms, co-occurring conditions, and the support available outside treatment. Alter Behavioral Health also provides dual-diagnosis care when bipolar disorder occurs alongside drug or alcohol addiction, with treatment plans tailored to each client.

How is bipolar disorder treated in a rehab center?

When is residential treatment recommended for bipolar disorder?

Does Alter Behavioral Health treat bipolar disorder and addiction together?

What happens during crisis stabilization for bipolar disorder?

How long does bipolar disorder treatment take?

Does insurance cover bipolar disorder treatment?

How can someone begin bipolar disorder treatment at Alter Behavioral Health?

Questions About Bipolar Care?

Speak with the admissions team about treatment options and next steps.

Behavioral Health Service Areas

Alter Behavioral Health provides programs throughout Southern California and supports clients from across the nation.

Looking For Care In Your Area?

Contact admissions to discuss available programs, locations, and enrollment.

Recognized & Accredited

Awards and Recognition

The Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval accreditation

Gold Seal of Approval accreditation from The Joint Commission

Accreditation from The Joint Commission.

Best Residential Mental Health Treatment Center in California 2024 nomination

Nominated for Best Residential Mental Health Treatment Center in California, 2024

Nomination for a California residential mental health award.

Care Predictor Certified Treatment Facility recognition

Care Predictor Certified Treatment Facility

Recognition as a Care Predictor Certified Treatment Facility.

The Joint Commission National Quality Approval

The Joint Commission National Quality Approval

National quality approval from The Joint Commission.

DHCS recognition and certification

DHCS recognition and certification

Recognition and certification from DHCS.

Begin Your Path Toward Stability

Contact Alter Behavioral Health to discuss bipolar disorder treatment, available programs, insurance verification, and enrollment options.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at (866) 248-9285.