RAINBOW

RAINBOW: A Child- and Family-Focused Cognitive-Behavioral Treatment for Pediatric Bipolar Disorder presents a structured, evidence-based intervention designed specifically for children aged 7–13 with bipolar spectrum disorders and their families. Addressing severe mood dysregulation, irritability, depression, and associated academic and interpersonal difficulties, the RAINBOW (CFF-CBT) program integrates child-focused and parent-focused therapy to enhance emotional regulation, family functioning, and overall clinical outcomes, while complementing pharmacological treatment.

Key Features

• 12-session, manualized family-based treatment program
• Developmentally tailored for children aged 7–13
• Parallel, intensive parent and child intervention to address family dynamics and parenting strategies
• Integration of psychoeducation, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and interpersonal therapy
• Step-by-step session guidance for clinicians
• Includes ready-to-use handouts, worksheets, and in-session games/activities
• Designed to augment medication management
• Clinically proven to reduce mood symptoms and improve global functioning in children with bipolar spectrum disorders