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When you suffer from mood swings, your emotional state may change rapidly and frequently. While mood swings can be caused by hormonal shifts, medications, and substance use, they may also be caused by mood disorders, like bipolar disorder.

A licensed therapist can devise a plan to help you discover the source of your mood swings and teach you tactics to overcome them. Whether you are located in downtown West Des Moines, the suburbs of West Des Moines, other nearby places such as Urbandale, Ankeny, or anywhere else in Iowa, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

When to Seek Therapy for Mood Swings

Mood swings are often normal, especially for women of child-bearing age, but they can also be a sign of a serious mental issue. Here are some signs you should see a mental health professional for your mood swings:

  • Your mood swings make you unable to enjoy life.
  • You become violent.
  • Your mood swings are interfering with your relationships.
  • Your mood swings are frequent or linger.
  • You have thoughts of suicide.
  • You are having trouble managing your mood swings.

Check out this article to learn about bipolar disorder, which is characterized by severe mood swings.

Help is Available: Get Treatment for Mood Swings Today

Licensed therapists and counselors have the tools and expertise to help you regain control of your moods and your life. Mental Health Match is here to connect you with a professional therapist who specializes in mood swings. You can browse experts below, or get personalized recommendations with our free therapist matching tool.

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Caleb Hess
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Together we will work to establish goals you want to achieve with therapy and develop action plans for you to focus on between your sessions. As we progress we will evaluate the barriers you encounter and celebrate your success.


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Together we will work to establish goals you want to achieve with therapy and develop action plans for you to focus on between your sessions. As we progress we will evaluate the barriers you encounter and celebrate your success.

Something to know about my approach is:

I find myself utilizing Acceptance and Commitment therapy more and more in my practice. As we explore our internal world we find we can't always change what we think but I believe we can manage how we respond to our thoughts.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Depressive Disorders
  • Existential Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Self-Awareness
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Molly Sutton
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Explore aspects of the various systems within which clients exist. I look at family, work, friends, and other relationships to help clients discover where changes might be effective.


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Explore aspects of the various systems within which clients exist. I look at family, work, friends, and other relationships to help clients discover where changes might be effective.

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I recognize that it takes a great deal of vulnerability and courage to embark on the therapeutic journey. My approach is trauma-informed and incorporates art therapy, mindfulness, cognitive behavioral, solution-focused, and strengths-based.

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  • Communication Skills
  • Depression
  • Financial Stress
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Grief
  • Insomnia and Sleep Problems
  • Job Stress
  • Life Transitions
  • Mindfulness
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Self-Esteem
  • Stress
  • Time Management
  • Trauma
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Kristen Mahannah
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Whatever your situation your mental health is important. Whether you have been in therapy before or just starting to manage your mental health, I would love to be apart of your journey. Please reach out to me to start the growing process.


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Whatever your situation your mental health is important. Whether you have been in therapy before or just starting to manage your mental health, I would love to be apart of your journey. Please reach out to me to start the growing process.

Something to know about my approach is:

I believe in person-centered therapy and seeing the person as a whole person. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, Mindfulness and many other techniques are all a part of the toolbox I used to help you improve your mental health.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Confidence
  • Depression
  • Gender Identity
  • Grief
  • Healing From Relationships
  • Mood Disorders
  • Schizoaffective Disorder
  • Self-Esteem
  • Social Anxiety
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embark on a journey of self-discovery, healing, and personal growth.


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embark on a journey of self-discovery, healing, and personal growth.

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that I prioritize a client-centered and collaborative method. I believe in tailoring therapy to the unique needs and goals of each individual.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Adult Children of Narcissistic Parents
  • Aging Parents
  • Antisocial Personality Disorder
  • Anxiety in Relationships
  • Career Counseling
  • Caregivers
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Divorce and Separation
  • Friendships
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Job Stress
  • Loving Someone with Addiction
  • Major Depressive Disorder
  • Mood Disorders
  • Narcissism
  • Narcissistic Abuse
  • New Parent
  • Personality Disorders
  • Postpartum Depression
  • Reparenting Yourself
  • Self-Acceptance
  • Self-Compassion
  • Self-Worth
  • Stress
  • Work Stress
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Emily Flanagan
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Clients who work with me typically will experience improvements in their body image and a greater mind-body connection. I truly believe in bodily and treatment autonomy and I will help guide you along the way to the goals you hope to achieve.


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Clients who work with me typically will experience improvements in their body image and a greater mind-body connection. I truly believe in bodily and treatment autonomy and I will help guide you along the way to the goals you hope to achieve.

Something to know about my approach is:

My approach is based on a foundation of creating safety and a Health at Every Size© philosophy. From there, I will work with you to identify the evidenced-based approaches that make sense for the symptoms you are currently experiencing.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Binge Eating
  • Body Dysmorphia
  • Depressive Disorders
  • Disordered Eating
  • Mood Regulation
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