Schizophrenia Therapist

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Mental Health is a Journey

At Integrative Psych, our multifaceted team is made up of Columbia-trained psychiatrists, psychotherapists, and nurse practitioners, which helps use to create the perfect combination of therapy and medication to handle Schizophrenia properly.

Whether someone is struggling with
Strong false beliefs that are contradictory to evidence
ex. paranoia.
delusions, 
hallucinations,
False sensory experiences
ex. hearing voices that aren’t there, seeing people that aren’t present, feeling something crawling on skin when nothing’s there.
or
disorganized speech,
Incoherent verbal expression, jumbled word choice
ex. loose associations, word salad.
we are here to manage their symptoms and ground our patients through an individualized care plan that is meant to lift a burden off of the patient and their inner circle.
Pie Chart: Percent of People with Schizophrenia
Figure: Delusions, Hallucinations or Disorganized Speech Must Be Present to Diagnose Schizophrenia
Pie: Genetic vs. Environmental Influences on Schizophrenia

What is Schizophrenia?

Schizophrenia is a chronic psychotic disorder defined by hallucinations or delusions that disrupt daily functioning.

Early signs, such as isolation and paranoia, often emerge in the prodromal stage, with onset typically beginning at  Schizophrenia occurring in late adolescence.

With expert intervention and support, individuals can manage symptoms and regain a sense of reality. Evidence-based care-like CBT, CET, and ACT-help to reframe distorted thoughts, regulate responsive behaviors, and enforce essential coping skills.

When combined with antipsychotic medications (ex., clozapine, clozaril) and holistic supports like omega-3 fatty acids, our team’s comprehensive approach promotes long-term stability for the patient.

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Figure: Three Aspects of the Coordinated Specialty Care (CSC) Model)
Venn Diagram: Schizoaffective Disorder vs. Schizophrenia
Table: Positive vs. Negative Symptoms of Schizophrenia; Positive Symptoms of Schizophrenia; Negative Symptoms of Schizophrenia

Treatment Process

Initial Consultation and Assessment

The journey begins with a comprehensive mental health assessment focused on Schizophrenia, led by our expert team, including Dr. Ryan Sultan. This initial assessment evaluation ensures we understand the uniqueness of each patient’s symptoms-such as hallucinations, delusions, disorganized thinking, as well as their medical history and treatment goals. With this, we develop a tailored, evidence-based care plan to address the complexities of Schizophrenia

Personalized Treatment Plan Development

Based on the initial Schizophrenia assessment, our team collaborates to design a personalized treatment plan targeting each individual’s symptoms. This plan outlines specific therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Enhancement Therapy (CET), and Assertive Community Treatment (ACT), which are all tailored to the patient’s unique needs and goals, ensuring comprehensive and effective Schizophrenia care.

Introduction to Therapeutic Approaches

Patients are introduced to evidence-based therapeutic approaches that are proven to be effective in treating Schizophrenia. This may include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Enhancement Therapy (CET), and Assertive Community Treatment (ACT), which are meant to address symptoms and improve functioning. Our team provides detailed explanations and sets expectations, ensuring that patients feel informed.

Implementation of Therapy Sessions

Regular therapy sessions begin following the individualized OCD treatment plan. Our therapists, experienced in treating Schizophrenia, work closely with patients to address their symptoms using the most suitable techniques. Sessions are scheduled consistently to ensure progression, symptom reduction, and effectiveness.

Medication Management

For patients whose Schizophrenia management includes medication, Dr. Ryan Sultan and our team provide careful prescription management. This includes selected choosing the appropriate antipsychotic medication, monitoring effectiveness, and adjusting dosages as needed to optimize therapeutic outcomes and support long-term symptom stabilization.

Patient Education and Empowerment

We emphasize the importance of education patients about their Schizophrenia, empowering them with knowledge about their condition, its symptoms, and potential care options. This step includes providing resources, coping strategies, and self-care techniques to enhance the effectiveness of therapy and support overall well-being.

Ongoing Evaluation and Support

Our commitment to our patients extends beyond the initial stages of Schizophrenia treatment. We conduct ongoing evaluations to monitor symptoms, track responsiveness to therapy and antipsychotic medications, and adjust the treatment plan as needed. Regular appointments and follow-ups ensure that the patient feels continuous support throughout their journey toward stability and improved mental health wellness.

Benefits of Schizophrenia Care

Freedom from Psychosis

Living in a constant state of psychosis can be draining, disorienting, and all-consuming. With effective therapy, the hallucinations and delusions can be managed and an understanding can be found.

Relief for Those Around You

Schizophrenia impacts not only the person with the disorder but everyone around them, too. With Schizophrenia treatment, a weight is taken off of the direct patient, along with their family, friends, and coworkers.

Early Intervention Serves As a Preventative

When Schizophrenia is treated early on and aggressively, the course of Schizophrenia changes. The patient tends to experience fewer psychotic breaks and hospital admissions. The shorter the Duration of Untreated Psychosis (DUP), the easier the recovery.

Improved Daily Functioning

Getting treatment for Schizophrenia can help patients to manage daily tasks. Improved functionality allows them greater responsibility and independence.

Strengthened Social Skills

Approaches like Cognitive Enhancement Therapy (CET) and Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) are intended to improve communication, emotional understanding, and overall social relations.

Dr. Ryan Sultan, MD Senior Psychiatrist at Integrative Psych

Meet The Founder

Dr. Sultan, son of psychiatrist, is a dual board certified mental health physician who has made it his life’s mission to explore, learn and practice the many treatments for the mind and its troubles.

Dr. Sultan’s path has led him to extensive training in therapies ranging from meditation and mindfulness to practical cognitive behavioral therapy and deep psychodynamic therapy. As a physician, he has explored how classical and innovative medical treatments can foster healing of the mind as well as personal growth.

These extensive ranges of therapies can be effective for many individuals, however they often take years to get results and many individuals hit walls in their treatment—getting only limited benefits.

Dr. Sultan founded Integrative Psych to push past the barriers of traditional mental health treatment by using naturally derived compounds in conjunction with conventional treatments such as medications, lifestyle interventions and psychotherapy to heal the pain and struggles in our minds beyond what traditional mental health treatments can accomplish.


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