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Welcome to Magnolia Mental Health Clinic

Supporting Your Mental Health Journey with a New Name and New Location

We’re excited to share some important updates! Starting December 2024, the Marianne Geiger, M.D. Clinic of Psychiatric Care will be called the Magnolia Mental Health Clinic. We chose the name Magnolia because the magnolia flower symbolizes good health, stability, self-respect and hope—values we hold close in our mission to support your mental well-being.

What’s New:

  • New Name: We’re now Magnolia Mental Health Clinic, reflecting our commitment to growth, healing and a holistic approach to mental health.
  • New Location: Soon, you will be able to find us at 6377 Sebring Way, Loves Park, IL 61111—just 2.8 miles from our current location.
  • New Look: Our branding has been refreshed to reflect the values and dedication we bring to every interaction.
  • New Website: Before the end of the year, you will be able to find our new website at www.magnoliaMHC.com.

What’s Staying the Same:

  • Our Care Team: You’ll still see the same compassionate team, ready to support you at every step.
  • Contact Information: All phone numbers and appointment channels remain unchanged. We’re updating our email domain, but current emails will be forwarded so no messages will be missed.
  • Our Mission: Continuing to provide the warm, professional psychiatric care you trust.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions. We’re here to make this transition as seamless as possible for you.

Thank you for being part of our community.

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Counseling Options for Treating Bipolar Disorder

Most people who have bipolar disorder need medication therapy to treat the disorder. However, other forms of treatment, used along with medications, play an important role in maintaining mood balance and quality of life. Counseling, along with medication and stress reduction has been used effectively to treat bipolar disorder.

Types of counseling used to treat bipolar disorder include the following:

  • Cognitive behavioral therapy
  • Interpersonal therapy
  • Problem solving
  • Family therapy

You should establish a long-term relationship with a counselor you like.

The counselor will then be able to help recognize your personality changes, which will indicate when you are moving into a mood episode. Getting early treatment can reduce the length of the mood episode.

Family involvement in the treatment of a person who has bipolar disorder may be very important.

It is helpful if family members have good relationships with those who provide care for their loved one. Family members may be able to identify symptoms of a manic or depressive episode in the early stages of the episode. In addition, family members may benefit from being able to talk about how the illness has affected them.

Bipolar disorder greatly affects family members. Encourage your family to seek support as well. They will need to understand the disorder and what they can do to help you, as well as themselves, in dealing with the disorder.

Taking your medications, getting counseling, and taking care of your body and mind will greatly enhance your quality of life as you live with bipolar disorder.