Based on the scenario being described within the question it can be said that the approach that is being employed by Dr. Jones is known as Interpersonal and Social Rhythm Therapy (IPSRT). This is a common treatment that is used to help individuals with bipolar disorder improve their mood. This treatment focuses on understanding and establishing the individual's biological and social rythms. Which is what Dr. Jones is doing by asking Tripp about how the disorder altered his life and working on those alterations to establish balance.
