Psychotic Disorders

Schizophrenia & Psychotic Disorders

Schizophrenia and related psychotic disorders require specialized psychiatric expertise, medication management, and long-term collaborative care. Our Columbia-trained psychiatrists bring academic precision to the treatment of psychosis.

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Signs & Symptoms

  • Hallucinations
  • Delusions
  • Disorganized thinking
  • Negative symptoms (flat affect, avolition)
  • Cognitive impairment
  • Social withdrawal
  • Difficulty with self-care
  • Sleep disturbance

Our Approach

How we treat Schizophrenia.

Psychiatric evaluation
Antipsychotic medication management
Psychoeducation
CBT for psychosis (CBTp)
Family therapy and support
Coordinated specialty care
Measurement-based care

Common Questions

Frequently asked about Schizophrenia.

Can people with schizophrenia live normal lives?+

Many people with schizophrenia live full and meaningful lives with appropriate treatment. Early intervention and consistent care significantly improve long-term outcomes.

What medications are used for schizophrenia?+

We use a range of antipsychotic medications selected based on the individual's symptoms, side effect profile, and preferences. Medication decisions are made collaboratively and adjusted over time.

Specialists in Schizophrenia

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Dr. Ryan Sultan

Dr. Ryan Sultan

MD

Dual Board Certified Adult & Child Psychiatrist

Dr. Ryan Mather

Dr. Ryan Mather

MD

Senior Psychiatrist, Board Certified Adult & Child

Alexandra Christodoulou

Alexandra Christodoulou

DNP, PMHNP-BC

Dual Board Certified — Psychiatry & Family

Omarr Savage

Omarr Savage

PMHNP-BC

Adolescents, Sports Psychiatry, Psychotherapy, CBT

Luisa Tinapay

Luisa Tinapay

DNP, PMHNP-BC

Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Shayna Feuer

Shayna Feuer

DNP, PMHNP-BC

Board Certified, LGBTQ+ Health, Trauma-Informed Care

Jordan Arbelaez

Jordan Arbelaez

DNP, PMHNP-BC

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Board Certified

Jennifer Ray

Jennifer Ray

PMHNP-BC

Board Certified (Psychopharmacology, ADHD, Depression)

Phillip Scherbakov

Phillip Scherbakov

PMHNP-BC

Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Zurama Rodriguez

Zurama Rodriguez

APRN, PMHNP-BC

Eating Disorders, Women's Health, Adolescent Health

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Our team is accepting new patients.

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