Mood Disorders
We are a virtual clinic licensed in Texas, New York, California, Washington, New Mexico, and Iowa, offering Mood and Bipolar Disorders services across these states.
Mood disorders affect how you feel, think, and function daily. They often involve lasting sadness, irritability, or loss of interest. With the right care, recovery is possible.
At Polished Mind Psychiatry, we understand how challenging it can be to live with depression, bipolar disorder, or emotional instability. Our team provides personalized, evidence-based treatment to help you find emotional balance, improve daily functioning, and live a more fulfilling life.
What is a Mood Disorder
A mood disorder is a mental health condition that causes ongoing emotional disturbances. Unlike temporary feelings of sadness or stress, mood disorders affect your ability to manage daily life and emotional balance. Common mood disorders include major depressive disorder, persistent depressive disorder (also called dysthymia), and postpartum depression. These conditions can lead to symptoms such as low energy, hopelessness, difficulty concentrating, and changes in sleep or appetite. With the right diagnosis and treatment, many people experience significant relief and improved quality of life.
Symptoms of Mood Disorders
Symptoms can vary by type and severity, but often include:
- Persistent sadness or low mood
- Fatigue or loss of energy
- Sleep disturbances
- Feelings of worthlessness or hopelessness
- Difficulty concentrating
- Loss of interest in activities
- Irritability or emotional sensitivity
- Changes in appetite or weight
- Thoughts of self-harm or suicide (in severe cases)
If these symptoms last for two weeks or more and interfere with daily life, professional support is recommended.
How We Diagnose Mood Disorders
Diagnosing a mood disorder starts with a comprehensive virtual assessment. Our providers take time to understand your emotional history, current symptoms, and any contributing life factors. We use structured screening tools and clinical interviews to guide the diagnosis process. When needed, we may recommend lab tests to rule out physical health issues that could affect mood. This full-picture approach helps us develop a care plan tailored to your needs and goals.
How We Treat Mood Disorders
At Polished Mind Psychiatry, we use an individualized and evidence-based approach to treating mood disorders. Your care begins with a thorough virtual evaluation, and we continue to work with you to ensure long-term progress.
Your customized mood disorder treatment plan may include:
- Medication management with antidepressants or other psychiatric medications to support emotional regulation
- Therapy and support to help you understand your condition, build healthy coping strategies, and work through emotional challenges
- Lifestyle recommendations that promote balance, including guidance on sleep, nutrition, physical activity, and stress reduction
- Ongoing check-ins to monitor progress and make adjustments as needed
Our goal is to support your healing with compassion, consistency, and expert care—so you can feel like yourself again.
GeneSight Testing for Mood Disorders
For individuals who have not responded well to previous treatments, we offer GeneSight testing. This genetic test provides insights into how your body may respond to various psychiatric medications, helping us identify options that may be more effective or better tolerated. GeneSight can reduce trial and error and improve outcomes for those with complex or treatment-resistant mood symptoms.