This
format was chosen secondary to the identified need for an
intensive, time-limited outpatient program for individuals
with bipolar depression who might benefit from IPSRT, but
might not be able to participate in weekly psychotherapy.Tertiary
care patients discharged frominpatient psychiatric units
or referred by the outpatient mood consultation clinic could
receive IPSRT treatment. A 2-week IPSRT-G provides access
to treatment for individuals who might not have IPSRT treatment
readily available in their home areas.