Treatment
In our clinic, we treat psychiatric and psychological disorders of the adult using a bio-psycho-social model. This approach involves biological, psychological and social aspects of our patients.
The team has been selected to meet the latest pharmacological and psychotherapeutic advances.
The most frequent diagnoses are:
- Major Depression
- Panic Disorder
- Mood Disorders
- Anxiety Disorders
- Social Phobia
- Phobias
- Bipolar Disorder
- Borderline Personality Disorder
- Personality Disorders
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Chemical Dependences
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Conduct Disorders
- Schizophrenia and other Psychotic Disorders
Special Areas of Interest
The clinic has a special interest in the research and treatment of the following diagnoses:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Chemical Dependences:
- Alcohol
- Cocaine
- Cannabis
- Benzodiazepine, hypnotics and tranquilizers
- Borderline Personality Disorder
Treatment Process
During the intake procedure, we go through a comprehensive evaluation of the patient’s problems and symptoms. We apply a Bio-Psycho-Social Model. The duration of the intake assessment is 60 minutes and 90 minutes for patients with complications.
Along with the intake, we may request additional laboratory tests to rule out any medical or organic problem that may cause or mimic psychiatric symptoms. We will also consider complementary psychological testing to clarify the diagnosis.
Once the evaluation is completed we will provide detailed information about the diagnosis and treatment plan. Will discuss our findings and take time to explain any question the patient may have. In case that medication is prescribed, we will give instructions concerning the medication, analyze advantages and disadvantages and clarify possible treatment alternatives. We engage the patient in the decision-making process.
The frequency and duration of the following visits will depend of the type of problem, diagnosis and the severity of the presenting symptoms.
Types of follow up visits:
- Medication Management: 20-30 minutes.
- Medication Management with individual psychotherapy: 50 minutes.
- Individual Psychotherapy: 50 minutes.
- Group Therapy: 50 minutes.
The type of psychotherapy will depend on the diagnostic or nature of the problem. We will choose the best psychotherapist available to treat the presenting condition.
Last modification: 07/06/09
