Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy, also called "talk therapy," can play a key role in treating schizophrenia. Talk therapy consists of regularly scheduled talks with a mental health professional, such as a psychiatrist, psychologist, psychiatric social worker, or nurse. Patients may talk about problems, experiences, thoughts, feelings, or relationships.
By sharing experiences, individuals may gradually come to understand more about themselves and their problems. They can also learn to sort out the real from the unreal. However, psychotherapy is not a substitute for antipsychotic medication. It is most helpful in combination with drug treatment after a person's symptoms have started to improve with medication.
Find a Therapist
To find a therapist near you, try contacting:
National Alliance for Research on Schizophrenia and Depression (NARSAD)
60 Cutter Mill Road, Suite 404
Great Neck, NY 11021
Phone: 516-829-0091
Toll Free: 800-829-8289
Email: info@narsad.org
www.narsad.org
Talk to Your Doctor
If you have additional questions or concerns about this topic, talk to your doctor.
