Antidepressant Withdrawal Syndrome has become more recognized in recent years. It can occur when antidepressant medications, particularly SSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors) and SNRIs (Serotonin-Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors), are discontinued too quickly. This syndrome can sometimes be confused with a relapse of depression, leading to unnecessary resumption of medication.
Anxiety can negatively affect our quality of life, strain relationships, and make it difficult to cope with daily stress. The good news is that there are many effective ways to work with anxiety, helping to regulate the nervous system and restore a sense of calm and balance.
Ketamine therapy offers a promising new treatment option for veterans struggling with Treatment Resistant Depression and PTSD when conventional antidepressants haven’t worked.
Deciding to stop antidepressants is a deeply personal choice, influenced by factors such as current mood, past experiences with depression, and the support systems available. It's important to collaborate with your provider, weighing the pros and cons of discontinuation.
While medication can be a valuable tool in mental health treatment, it's not the only path to well-being. At New York Integrative Psychiatry, we believe in exploring all avenues for healing, offering a comprehensive approach that goes beyond medication management. Let's delve into the diverse options we provide.
A recent study finds promise in a new approach to tackling the often-debilitating grip of childhood trauma: ketamine-assisted therapy, coupled with expert integration support. At New York Integrative Psychiatry, we're committed to exploring these innovative avenues to empower individuals to break free from the limitations of the past and embrace a brighter future.
At our practice, we are deeply committed to being trauma-informed in every aspect of our care. We utilize a wide range of approach treatments such as ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) in order to offer a holistic healing approach that addresses the root causes of trauma.
Self-compassion means turning inward and treating yourself with the same kindness and understanding you'd offer a friend in difficult times. It involves being supportive when you're facing challenges, feeling inadequate, or making mistakes.
When seeking therapy, the therapeutic alliance between you and your therapist is a crucial element for effective treatment. This relationship, built on trust, empathy, and mutual respect, forms the foundation for a therapeutic process to unfold.
Subanesthetic ketamine is a remarkably safe medication that has been used as an anesthetic for over 40 years. Most side effects are transient and mild. Some individuals may experience side effects such as...
Setting an intention for your upcoming journey fosters self-discovery, invites exploration of what is important to you and creates a space to reflect on how you hope to benefit from treatment. It is a process supported by your therapist and one that evolves as you get to know yourself in new ways.
The word "psychedelics" comes from the combination of two Greek words: psyche, meaning "mind" or "soul," and delos, meaning "revealing" or "manifesting." Together, they translate to "mind manifest" or "soul revealing." For me, this captures the essence of what psychedelics offer—an opportunity to bring unconscious thoughts, behaviors, and beliefs to the surface.
Recovering from trauma involves healing both the body and the mind. As I navigate this journey alongside you, I believe it's essential to explore a range of therapeutic techniques, including somatic approaches that address the physiological imbalances trauma can cause.
When the ketamine experience is combined with an intentional approach that incorporates the concepts of “set, setting, and support”, a deeper therapeutic process is able to unfold and results are often more durable.
