Individual Seminars

A review of the formal criteria for bipolar disorders, including the differences between bipolar I vs. bipolar II. Dr. Brosse discusses how bipolar disorders are diagnosed. (Streaming Audio: 1 hour 22 mins)

“Soft bipolar disorder” and the “bipolar spectrum.” What disorders commonly co-occur or are confused with bipolar? How does this impact treatment? How are alcohol and recreational drug use related? (Streaming Audio: 1 hour 19 mins)

A review of lifestyle choices that may impact current symptoms and risk for relapses, and specific tools to help facilitate behavioral changes. (Streaming Audio: 1 hour 20 mins)

Good sleep can help to stabilize mood, while poor sleep can be both a trigger and a symptom of mood episodes. Dr. Brosse discusses research-supported strategies for improving sleep. (Streaming Audio: 1 hour 20 mins)

Good sleep can help to stabilize mood, while poor sleep can be both a trigger and a symptom of mood episodes. Dr. Brosse discusses research-supported strategies for improving sleep. (Streaming Audio: 1 hour 27 mins)

A review of general principles to help you: (1) better understand medications and how to take them, (2) shop for a psychiatrist, and (3) make the most of (often) brief appointments. (Streaming Audio: 1 hour 24 mins)

What you can do to help a family member with bipolar disorder and/or what you can do to nurture relationships impacted by your bipolar disorder. (Streaming Audio: 1 hour 17 mins)

Powerful tools for detecting early warning signs of an impending mood episode, short-circuiting the episode, and/or limiting the amount of damage caused by the episode. Strategies and resources for acute crisis management. (Streaming Audio: 1 hour 22 mins)

The Sutherland Seminar Series is an 8-part audio recording of engaging topics related to bipolar disorders. The speaker, Dr. Alisha Brosse, is a licensed clinical psychologist and Associate Director of the Sutherland Bipolar Therapy Center. (Streaming Audio: Approximately 10 hours)