CBT can help you identify and explore the ways your emotions and thoughts can affect your actions and behaviors. CBT aims to identify unhealthy, negative beliefs and behaviors and replacing them with healthy, positive ones, CBT can help identify what triggers your bipolar episodes. You also learn effective strategies to manage stress and to cope with upsetting situations. Cognitive behavioral therapy can help you: become more rational, control your thinking, develop greater confidence., help you remain calm and relaxed.