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Best Therapists for Schizophrenia Treatment
Schizophrenia is a mental condition that hinders the ability to interpret and differentiate between reality and imagination. The indivi...read more
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Thomas Theodosiou 
Clinical Neuropsychologist & Clinical Therapist
- Greek
- English
200+ Happy Clients
- Clinical Psychologist
- Neuropsychological Assessment
- Psychological Assessments
José Tavela
Clinical & Counselling Psychologist
- English
- Spanish
150+ Happy Clients
- ABA Therapy
- ACT Practitioner
- Business Coach
- CBT Practitioner
- Clinical Psychologist
- Compassionate Therapy
- Counselling Psychologist
- DBT Practitioner
- Expressive Art Therapy
- Gestalt Psychotherapy
- Mindfulness
- Neuropsychological Assessment
- NLP Practitioner
- Occupational Therapist
- Psychiatry
- Psychoanalysis
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Psychological Assessments
- Solution Focused Therapy
- Sports Psychology
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Enas Mashal
Clinical Psychologist
- Arabic
- English
50+ Happy Clients
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotion-Focused Therapy
- Psychoanalysis
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Experiencing
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Anna Paralousi 
Psychologist & Integrative Psychotherapist
- Greek
- English
300+ Happy Clients
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotion-Focused Therapy
- Family Constellation Therapy
- Gestalt Psychotherapy
- Mindfulness-Based Approaches
- Person-Centered Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Systemic Therapy
Siva Rajan
Counselling Psychotherapist & Life Coach
- English
- Tamil
- Malayalam
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotion-Focused Therapy
- Existential Therapy
- Gestalt Psychotherapy
- Hypnotherapy
- Mindfulness-Based Approaches
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered Therapy
- Psychoanalysis
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Solution-oriented Brief Therapy
- Systemic Therapy
- Transpersonal Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Sajida Anwer 
Clinical & Counselling Psychologist
- English
- Urdu
- Punjabi
- Hindi
50+ Happy Clients
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Person-Centered Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Ngozi Okeke
CBT & DBT Practitioner
- English
- Igbo
50+ Happy Clients
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Shruti Jha
Clinical & Counselling Psychologist
- English
- Hindi
- ACT Practitioner
- Business Coach
- CBT Practitioner
- Child Psychology
- Clinical Psychologist
- Counselling Psychologist
- DBT Practitioner
- Gestalt Psychotherapy
- Life Coach
- Mindfulness
- Neuropsychological Assessment
- NLP Practitioner
- Psychoanalysis
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Psychological Assessments
- Solution Focused Therapy
- Sports Psychology
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Madhumita Ghosh
CBT Practitioner & Rehabilitation Psychologist
- English
- Hindi
- Bengali
- ABA Therapy
- ACT Practitioner
- CBT Practitioner
- Child Psychology
- Clinical Psychologist
- Compassionate Therapy
- Counselling Psychologist
- Gestalt Psychotherapy
- Life Coach
- Mindfulness
- Neuropsychological Assessment
- Psychoanalysis
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Psychological Assessments
- Solution Focused Therapy
- Sports Psychology
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Kamran Sher
Clinical & Counselling Psychologist
- English
- Urdu
- Punjabi
- Hindi
- Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Expressive Art Therapy
- Hypnotherapy
- Mindfulness-Based Approaches
- Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP)
- Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
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What People say After the First Session 😍
Jana M'hanna
First time from a long time to speak to someone understand me without talking alot
Thomas Theodosiou
Always look forward to my sessions.
Daiana Jumuga
Daiana is a great listener, very empathetic towards my situation. She tries to come up with various ways to identify the problem and provide a solution.
Thomas Theodosiou
I love how deeply he goes into what I say. The questions he asks to teach how I really feel about everything is immensely helpful.
Kelsey Gibbs
kelsey is great with providing some technical solutions for the topics we discussed.
Thomas Theodosiou
Though we aware following what he said. His input validated what we were doing. We did receive help with other aspects such us sibling rivalry and how to go about our child's education. I think Mr Theo is a pleasant and very helpful person. Would definitely recommend him to others.
Thomas Theodosiou
My sessions were great, my therapist is very helpful and motivating.
Beverly Fernandez
Welcoming, calming, gentle.
Manuel Torres
I had a wonderful and constructive sessions with Manuel and Fitcy. I found Manuel to be very affable and he gave me the freedom to conduct our sessions in a pace where I am comfortable, this made it easier for me to discuss things i normally would not. My counseling was intended to focus solely on my stress triggers, but Manuel dug deep into my past and origins and helped me understand my issues and myself better. I would unquestionably advise Manuel to anyone trying to work through issues in therapy since he is very light to deal with, understanding and never judgmental."
Beverly Fernandez
I am very grateful that I made my life coaching session with Ms Beverly and to your team can say Thank you very much for helping me all the way of my session. Every session has a fruitful meaning in my life journey, a journey that I get more attached with God and positivity in life. I great attachment which I will carry on from the rest of my new journey. Its sad to say that I ended up already my 4 sessions however it was replaced of enlightenment courage what life it could be. Im wishing you(Ms Beverly) and the rest of your team to help more people experiencing difficulties straggle’s in life to enlighten and courage to love their life journey more positive way and attached to Gods purpose of life. Thank you very much and Godbless us all. ♥️
Beste Aydogan
She’s amazing. Very understanding, very attentive, very smart.
Jose Tavela
Very comfy sessions and the therapist was hyper nice and knowledgeable
Nanar Iknadiossian
My sessions have been going well so far and I’m learning so much about my feelings, etc. I feel like I can count on someone when I’m dealing with problems and to see how I can cope with them.
Elena Giappa
Honestly speaking she’s probably the best therapist I’ve ever had, if you’re looking for cbt and recovery from anxiety and ptsd she’s the one to go for. But even if you’re struggling with anger and depression, separation, commitment, family and relationship problems she’s the one to go for. I tried so many different online services and offline similarly but started to give up until I actually gave fitcy health a go who matched me up with Elena. I’ve improved a lot even my friends and family notice it. No words would describe how much I really appreciate what Elena does and has done so far. I was dreading the feedback part because I was afraid of not having much time with her but seriously I wouldn’t want those who also need the help to miss out on what she has to offer and the management told me I don’t have to worry about that 😂. Elena, you are amazing!
Suzanne Helmy
Suzzanne is a good listener… Try her best to guide me through the therapy journey but with no judgment and with great support without making me feel negative about me or about my partner.
Naina Kapoor
"Naina has been just amazing at what she does. She's always on her toes to figure out a way for all the problems I face.."
Gaston Molina
I am grateful to have a safe, non judgmental, healthy space where I can fully be myself
Emilia Chawa
I am so relieved with her, she understand where I come from, also she respect my way of expressing things, she is very easy discussing my ideas, the homework she gave helps me to open my heart and mind for different direction, am attending to continue with her for more seasons.
George Saade
"My sessions were very good. He is very caring and he listened carefully and I felt comfortable. He never saw himself someone who is better than me or look down in me. Actually, that was the most important thing to me. He showed me his interest in listening to me and that he understand what I felt which made me feel relive"
Gaston Molina
Gaston listens and gives advice in a non-judgmental and kind way. He makes me realize and understand different point of views and helps me think differently from what I’m accustomed to.
Fatima
Very well done. Fatima helped me through a lot.
Nathasha Sharma
I have been putting therapy off for about 2 years. I've always had anxiety, and occasional panic attacks due to a lot of internal and external issues with life, and basically adulthood. The catalyst was actually starting my new job. It was a whole shift and I had to make major adjustments with my life and relationships. I'm only 2 months in, and already handling more than what I'm supposed to. I found myself crying day in and day out because of this, and I would isolate myself away from family. Nathasha listened with an open mind and heart, and had compassion and empathy. She gave me tips on how to better handle myself in situations during a panic/anxiety attack, and communication tips with my boss (who is my biggest obstacle at the moment). It's only been one session, but I can't wait for the next!
Daniela
Amazing, has helped me work through lots of things, attentive and very supportive.
Gaston
honestly idk where to start, fitcy helped me find gastón and he saved my life, i have been looking for affordable therapy for soo long and for years i wasn’t able to find until i found fitcy, then found my amazing therapist gastón, i love how flexible fitcy and gastón are
Christina P
She is an excellent psychologist, really smart and insightful. She is definitely well-experienced as a psychologist as she able to understand and respond very well to my thoughts and emotions. I would definitely recommend her.
Fatima
The sessions were really helpful, it made me understand myself more and I had a noticeable improvement with my mental health.
Gaston Molina
Seeing therapists can be daunting, Gaston makes it easy. He gets it, is able to help me break things down and work through everything, he’s brilliant!
Frequently Asked Questions
Cognitive behavioral therapy, also known as CBT, may be a treatment option for people with schizophrenia. CBT teaches a person to modify beliefs or behaviors that may be leading to negative emotions.
However, with consistent treatment—a combination of medication, therapy, and social support—people with schizophrenia can manage the disease and lead fulfilling lives.
Working with a therapist or counselor can help people with schizophrenia improve their social skills, develop higher self-esteem, and learn more about mental health issues that may accompany the condition.
What is Schizophrenia?
Schizophrenia is a mental condition that hinders the ability to interpret and differentiate between reality and imagination. The individual experiences hallucinations, delusions, incoherent thinking, and behavior. The mental state of the person exhibiting signs of schizophrenia struggle to function adequately in life.
What Are the Symptoms of Schizophrenia?
Schizophrenia means that the individual cannot rationally and proactively complete everyday tasks. The caregivers, friends, and family members should be able to comprehend schizophrenia symptoms and encourage the individual to seek professional help. The severity and symptoms vary from individual to individual. The symptoms of schizophrenia include:
Hallucination
Schizophrenia causes the individual to suffer from hallucinations. It affects the senses, and the person may claim to hear voices and see people or objects.
Delusions
The individuals suffering from schizophrenia have false beliefs that affect their behaviour.
Distorted Thinking and Speech
Disorganized thinking affects the ability to communicate with others. Most of the time, the verbal response is unrelated.
Abnormal Motor Behavior
The caregivers and friends can notice that the individual exhibiting signs of schizophrenia has a bizarre posture or inappropriate body movements. The individual does not make eye contact or facial expressions while communicating with others.
Difficulty in Maintaining Hygiene
The person with schizophrenia loses interest in everyday tasks, and due to cognitive and emotional changes, they struggle to maintain hygiene.
What Causes Schizophrenia?
The exact causes of schizophrenia are unknown; however, the factors that may lead to the mental illness include:
Changes in the Brain
The abnormal function of neurotransmitters can affect the brain chemicals and increase the risk of schizophrenia. Also, brain conditions, such as shrinkage in the brain and circuitry dysfunction, can lead to schizophrenia.
Family History
Individuals with family members diagnosed with a mental disorder must remain vigilant and monitor the behavioral changes, as they are at a higher risk of developing schizophrenia.
Complications During Birth
Mothers should prioritize their health during pregnancy, as malnourishment, infection, and brain injury during birth can cause schizophrenia.
What Part of the Brain is Affected by Schizophrenia?
Schizophrenia affects brain functioning. The affected parts of the brain that lead to hallucinations, delusion, and distorted thinking includes;
Prefrontal Cortex
The prefrontal cortex is responsible for executive functioning, which includes making decisions, planning, and behaving according to cues and past experiences. The changes in the prefrontal cortex cause behavioral changes.
Basal Ganglia
Basal ganglia connects with the prefrontal cortex and reinforces the behavior that makes one feel good. There is an impairment in the connection of the basal ganglia and prefrontal cortex in individuals with schizophrenia.
Limbic System
The limbic system is responsible for learning and retaining memories. Also, individual with schizophrenia struggles to process emotions. The abnormal functioning of the limbic system causes delusions and hallucinations.
How to Treat Schizophrenia?
Schizophrenia is an incurable condition; however, medications and therapies are proven effective in menage the symptoms and their severity. The schizophrenia treatment proven effective in enhancing the quality of life includes;
Psychotherapy
The psychosocial interventions allow the individual to improve their skills to function adequately in daily life.
Family Therapy
The therapy aims to help the family members of schizophrenic patients to cope with the behavior effectively.
Electroconvulsive Therapy
The individuals showing no change in their mental state after taking antipsychotics are advised ECT. The brain receives short bursts of electric shock to reset the levels of neurotransmitters.
Use of Antipsychotics
The medications help reduce the impact of psychosis, hallucinations, and delusions.
Family members of schizophrenic patients can connect with a competent and reliable specialist through Fitcy Health. The platform provides information on affordable specialists available in UAE.
The specialist will perform a schizophrenia test to diagnose the type and its severity. CT scan, blood testing, and psychological assessment based on the DSM-5 criteria will assist in confirming schizophrenia.
Is there a Difference Between Schizophrenia and Delusional Disorder?
Schizophrenic patients exhibit symptoms such as; hallucinations, delusion, and cognitive deficits, which affect their emotional, social, and personal life. Whereas people with delusional disorders only suffer from delusions. Delusions are irrational and false belief systems that cause detachment from reality. Individuals with delusional disorders are relatively functional. However, without medical and therapeutic intervention, it can lead to schizophrenia.
What is the Difference Between Schizophrenia and Schizoaffective Disorder?
Individuals with schizophrenia listen to imaginary voices and unrealistic images. However, schizoaffective disorder overlaps with the symptoms of mood disorders, such as clinical depression, and bipolar disorder with schizophrenia which causes detachment from reality.
What is the Difference Between Psychosis and Schizophrenia?
Psychosis refers to extreme negativity that causes detachment from reality. Schizophrenia is a mental condition with brain changes that affect behavior, and psychosis occurs as a symptom in schizophrenic patients.
Why is Schizophrenia a Spectrum Disorder?
Schizophrenia is a spectrum disorder as it has various types with different levels of severity. Psychotic disorders include; schizoaffective disorder, delusional disorder, schizotypal personality disorder, and psychosis.
Famous People, Who Have Schizophrenia?
Individuals with schizophrenia struggle to maintain relationships and behave according to cultural norms. Celebrities diagnosed with schizophrenia include; Peter Green, Darrol Hammond, John Nash, and Skip Spence. Schizophrenia art is visible in the work of Vincent Van Gogh. The research published in The American Journal of Psychiatry concludes that the artist mainly suffers from psychotic episodes that correlate with schizophrenia. Furthermore, movies about schizophrenia include; Shutter Island, Angel Baby, and Take Shelter.
What Are The 5 Types of Schizophrenia?
The five Schizophrenia Types with changes in the symptoms and their severity are:
- Paranoid Schizophrenia
- Catatonic Schizophrenia
- Disorganized Schizophrenia
- Residual Schizophrenia
- Undifferentiated Schizophrenia
How to Cure Schizophrenia?
Most people think, can schizophrenia be cured? However, the schizophrenia cure is impossible; however, self-care, medication, and psychotherapy help the individual manage the symptoms and become proactive in every aspect of life. Individuals must seek professional help to improve behavior, social interactions, and personal relationships. Fitcy Health helps connect with a trusted therapist with information regarding the latest treatment plan.
What is Catatonic Schizophrenia?
Catatonic schizophrenia is a subtype in which the individual suffers from loss of voluntary body movements, or becomes hyperactive and agitated.
What Are The Symptoms of Schizoid Schizophrenia?
The symptoms of schizoid schizophrenia include:
- The individual does not enjoy interactions and wants to stay alone.
- The patient losses interest in a sexual relationship.
- The individual does not react to the conversation and avoids socializing.
- The caregivers and friends notice a lack of expression while communicating.
What Causes Schizoid Schizophrenia?
The exact cause is unknown; however, the risk factors include environmental and genetic influences. Individuals who have not received love and support in their childhood from primary caregivers are at a higher risk of suffering from schizoid schizophrenia.
How to Help Someone with Schizophrenia Who Refuses Treatment?
Friends and family members should research competent therapists through Fitcy Health. Then, encourage the person to seek professional help and join support groups. Also, it is essential to listen to them without judgment and bias.
If the individual rejects professional help, friends and caregivers should spend time with them and engage in stress-relieving activities to reduce anxiety and improve social relationships.
How to Communicate with Someone with Schizophrenia?
People aware that a close friend or family member has been diagnosed with schizophrenia should use short sentences with a calm attitude while having a conversation. Furthermore, be empathetic and use affirmative words to reduce the probability of suffering from distress and anxiety.
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