Hi there,
Sorry I do not know of anyone in CT. If you are close to NYC I know that NYU, Albert Einstein and Columbia supposedly have substantial resources.
I would definately check insurance first too. I have called our mental health provider a few times. If they have anyone in the area that is experienced with BiPolar (BP) then I call who is on the list and when I can't find someone experienced with BiPolar (BP) they are willing to make an indiviual contract with the professional that does have the proper experience.
I am wondering how the beginning of the Lithium is going. I know it takes a while to build but how goes it. Any slight help? Any side effects so far? Do you have to have blood drawn?