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IPSRT for bipolar disorder in California

IPSRT is a structured psychotherapy designed for bipolar disorder. It pairs interpersonal therapy with work on keeping daily routines, such as sleep, meals and activity, regular. 5 California providers in this directory list it on their profiles.

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Plain-language overview

What IPSRT is

IPSRT was developed specifically for bipolar disorder. It is built on the idea that disruptions to daily rhythms, like irregular sleep or shifting routines, can make mood episodes more likely, and that relationship stress often drives those disruptions.

It is usually offered alongside, not instead of, medication management from a prescriber.

What it typically involves

Tracking daily routines such as sleep, meals and activity, often with a simple log.
Working on interpersonal themes, such as grief, role changes, or conflict, that affect mood.
Planning ahead for events that can disrupt routine, such as travel or shift changes.

How it is structured

IPSRT combines two parts: interpersonal therapy, which looks at how relationships and life changes affect mood, and social rhythm work, which focuses on keeping the timing of daily routines steady.

A common feature is a simple daily log of when you sleep, eat, and start activities, so you and the clinician can see patterns over time.

How it differs from general therapy

General talk therapy or interpersonal therapy for depression does not necessarily include the routine-tracking and social rhythm work that IPSRT is known for. If this matters to you, ask a clinician whether they use IPSRT specifically.

Questions to ask a clinician

Have you been trained in IPSRT, and how much of your work with bipolar disorder uses it?
How do you track daily routines, and what would I be asked to do between sessions?
How do you coordinate with my prescriber?
What happens if I miss a session or my routine is disrupted?

Educational information, not medical advice. BipolarTherapyHub is a directory. It does not diagnose, recommend a specific treatment, or replace care from a licensed clinician. If you are in crisis, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or call 911.

Providers who list this

5 California providers listing IPSRT

Providers practice across 5 California cities, including Irvine, Montrose, and Pasadena; 5 list telehealth; listed session fees run $200–$375. Each entry reflects what the provider, or a public source such as their website, lists. A listing is not a recommendation; open a profile to see their bipolar-specific background.