I've come to terms with it, now I need treatment...

Well, after finally coming to terms with the thought that i'm bipolar, I've finally decided that I may need help. Looking back, i supose I've been bipolar since my late teens (I'm 31 now), with dramatic swings the last 2 years or so. I'd say that my behavior the last couple of years would be classified as rapid cycle. With some cycles going from 'king of the world' high to thoughts of suicide in a matter of a couple of days... And back again..

I've been going through a manic episode last few weeks, and although I feel good, I know I need help before I have another episode of depression. This is where i have a delima. I really don't trust my physician with more than the occasional prescription for an ear infection, or the like. What are y'alls recomendation for finding a proper mental heath doctor? I really don't feel comfortable talking to friends and family yet, so i don't know where to start.

thanks.

Hi ive just read your post, I am from the uk so I dont know how psychiatry works where you come from, I suggest contacting your local mental health department, but trying to get someone close to help and support you, you need to get someone who deals in bipolar disorder, be very choosy when coming to pick this. dont rush into anything too quick get someone who can support you to digest as much information as possible by visiting purely bipolar forums and listening to people and their experiences.keep posting this msg in bipolar forums, there are moderators who are experienced in this, gather as much information as possible. Just like to say im very proud you have decided to get help and recognise this I have a loved one whos bipolar and is not receiving treatment, want to wish u good luck for the future and praise you for being so brave. well done x