What is Integrative Psychiatry?
Integrative psychiatry is the field of psychiatry which uses complementary and alternative therapies alongside conventional psychiatric treatment.
Integrative psychiatry is a holistic approach because of its focus on the different dimensions of a person’s being which include the physical, cognitive, emotional, spiritual, energetic, interpersonal, cultural, and ecological dimensions.
Integrative psychiatry is an empowering and respectful approach because it allows patients to select interventions which are in keeping with their beliefs, preferences, and cultural ways of being.
Integrative psychiatry is focused not only on treating illnesses but more so, health and wellness.
Integrative psychiatry is collaborative and recognizes the doctor-patient relationship as a key element in the patient’s healing.
What organizations support the development of Integrative Psychiatry?
Integrative Psychiatry is acknowledged by the World Health Organization (WHO) as well as the American Psychiatric Association (APA).
What are reasons for developing the field of Integrative Psychiatry?
*Research indicates that a more and more people are turning to complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) not only as an aid in their healing, but also for stress management, and for maintenance of their over-all wellness.
*Conventional psychiatric treatments are not always a 100% effective and may have unwanted side effects.
*A multicultural society dictates that traditional ways of healing have to be respected.
*The effectivity and safety of some complementary and alternative therapies are supported by scientific research. These include therapies such as acupuncture, biofeedback, herbs and supplements, massage, meditation, exercise, etc.
*CAM is cost-effective because it focuses on stimulating the self-healing potential of individuals and because it emphasizes the necessity of making healthy lifestyle changes.
*Even CAM has its risks of side effects. Therefore Integrative psychiatry encourages research on the safety and effectivity of complementary and alternative treatments.
What is an important tenet in Integrative Psychiatry?
Integrative Psychiatry follows the principles of evidence-based medicine. This means that complementary and alternative treatments offered must be scientifically proven to be safe and effective. In the absence of scientific evidence, integrative psychiatrists can still offer complementary or alternative treatment modalities that have promising or possible therapeutic value as long as they are not harmful in any way.
Who can benefit from Integrative Psychiatry?
*Those who want to use complementary and alternative therapies for the stress management.
*Those who want to use complementary and alternative therapies for the maintenance of health and wellness.
*Those who are already receiving conventional treatment but wish to optimize their healing through complementary and alternative therapies.
*Those who are non-responders to conventional treatment.
*Those who poorly tolerate conventional treatment and suffer from side-effects.
What do people usually consult Integrative Psychiatrists for?
*Depression / Suicidal thoughts
*Anxiety / Nervousness
*Panic attacks
*Stress / Burn-out
*Disturbing thoughts / Worries
*Concentration difficulties
*Intense emotions or feelings
*Sleep problems
*Appetite problems
*Eating disorders
*Traumatic experiences
*Fibromyalgia
*Irritable Bowel Syndrome
*Post traumatic Stress Disorder
*Mood swings
*Bipolar Disorder
*Nervous breakdowns
*Psychosomatic illnesses
*Sexual difficulties
*Repetitive thoughts and behaviors
*Physical / Sexual abuse
*Body-image problems
*Impulse control problems
*Schizophrenia / Psychosis
*Other life problems
Besides psychiatric medications, what are some other interventions used in Integrative Psychiatry?
*Acupuncture
*Herbals and Supplements
*Hypnotherapy
*Dream Analysis
*Creative-Expressive Art Therapies
*Cathartic (Emotion-Releasing) Psychotherapies
*Touch Therapies
*Eye Movement Desensitization and Reintegration
*Body Manipulation and Massage Therapies
*Energy Healing Therapies
*Healing Qigong and Yoga Exercises
*Sex Therapy for Sexual Dysfunction
*and many other interventions
*and many other interventions
Randy Dellosa: Holistic and Integrative Psychiatry (Mind-Body Medicine) Training Program in the Philippines
Holistic and Integrative Psychiatry
(Mind-Body Medicine) Training Program
Facilitator: Randy Dellosa, MD, PsyD, MAcu,
FPSLC, DDM, DO-MTP
(Physician-Psychiatrist, Doctor of Psychology,
Medical Acupuncturist, Fellow of the Philippine Society of Life Coaches,
Doctor of Divinity and Metaphysics, Diploma in Osteopathy)
Medical Acupuncturist, Fellow of the Philippine Society of Life Coaches,
Doctor of Divinity and Metaphysics, Diploma in Osteopathy)
Module 1: Perspectives on the Interaction of Body, Mind, and Emotions
Medical Perspectives
Psychosomatic Medicine
Psychoneuroimmunology
Psychoneuroendocrinology
Psychological Perspectives
Health Psychology and the Biopsychosocial Model
Holistic Psychology
Somatic Psychology
Positive Psychology
Conditions demonstrating the Interaction of Body, Mind, and Emotions
Stress
The Placebo Effect
Spontaneous Remission
Voodoo and Koro
Pleasure
Module 2: Enhancing the Doctor-Patient Alliance
The Psychology of Chronic Illness
The Psychology of the Patient
Managing Patients of Different Personality Types
Managing Patients of Different Developmental Stages
The Anatomy of Medical Consultations
Effective and Therapeutic Communication Skills with Sick People
Bedside Manners for Doctors
Motivating Patients to Comply with Treatment Regimens
Module 3: Psychological/ Neurological Approaches for Mind-Body Health
Psychology of the Body
Body Reading
Body Language
Emotional Mapping of the Body
Handwriting Analysis
Projective Testing
Draw a Person Test
Handwriting Analysis
Color Test
Psychological Therapies that Influence Body, Mind, and Emotions
Subconscious-Focused Psychotherapies:
Hypnotherapy
Guided Visualization
Dream Analysis
Creative-Expressive Therapies
Art Therapy
Movement and Dance Therapies
Voice Therapy
Drama Therapy, Journaling, Poetry, etc.
Cathartic and Experiential Psychotherapies
Primal Scream/ Primal Integration
Reichian Therapy/ Bioenergetics/ Core Energetics/ Trauma Release Exercises
Holotropic Breathing/ Rebirthing
Gendlins’s Focusing
Sensory Awareness
Conventional Psychotherapies
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Gestalt Therapy
Touch Psychotherapies
Rosen Method
Rubenfeld Synergy,
Somatosynthesis
Trager Tablework
Boyesen’s Biodynamic Massage
Neurologically-based Therapies
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reintegration
Brainwave Entrainment
Biofeedback
Relaxation Therapies
Progressive Muscle Relaxation
Autogenic Training
Meditation Techniques
Module 4: Physical Approaches that Influence the Mind and Emotions
Exercise
Body Manipulations
Osteopathic Interventions
Craniosacral Therapy
Myofascial Release
Visceral Manipulation
Dorn Method and the Emotional Spine
Bowen Therapy for Stress Relief
Raindrop Massage and Aromatherapy
Rolfing
Diet for Mental and Emotional Health
Foods
Herbals
Nutritional Supplements
Homeopathy
Module 5: Energetic Approaches to Mind-Body Health
The Aura
The Auric Layers
Healing Exercises for the Aura
Healing Techniques for Mental/ Emotional Problems
The Chakra System
Psychology of the Chakra Centers
Qigong and Yoga Exercises for the Chakra Centers
Chakra Healing
SHEN
Pranic Psychotherapy
The Meridian System
The 5 Elements Theory and the Emotions
Qigong Exercises for Emotional Health
Medical Qigong Therapy for Emotional Cleansing
Meridian System Healing
Acupuncture and Acupressure
Emotional Freedom Techniques
Shiatsu/ Tsubo Therapy
Jin Shin Do and Process Acupressure
Emotional Release Therapy
Shen Shun Tao Therapy
Yuen Method
Yoga
Yoga Poses for Mental/Emotional Healing
Kundalini Yoga Exercises
Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy and Integrative Yoga Therapy
Miscellaneous Energy Therapies for Mental/Emotional Health
Quantum Touch
Reiki
Clinical Reflexology
Sujok Acupunture
Polarity Energy Therapy and Massage
Hawaiian Energy Therapy (Kahi Loa) and Energy Dance (Kalana Hula)
Crystal Healing
Module 6: Existential/ Transpersonal/ Spiritual Approaches to Mind-Body Health
The Science of Prayer, Meditation, Mindfulness, and Ritual
Health Care as a Spiritual Practice
Taking the Physicians’ Oath Seriously
The Moral Obligation to Address Patients’ Spiritual Needs
God-talk at the Bedside
The Doctor as a Wounded Healer
Spiritual Themes: Gratitude, Forgiveness, Surrender, Faith
Nurturing One’s Personal Spirituality
Eastern Concepts
Karma
Reincarnation
Experiences of Near Birth, the Interlife, and Near Death
Eastern mindfulness psychotherapies
Morita psychotherapy
Naikan: Introspection therapy
Shadan: Isolation therapy
Seiza: Quiet Sitting therapy
Zen: Meditation therapy
Module 7: Sexual/Relational Issues in Mind-Body Health
Sex Education 101
A Survey of Common Sexual Problems
Basics of Sexual Healing
The Healing Touch
Sensate Focus Exercises
Relaxation
Self-Touch
Sexual Fitness
The Eastern Philosophy and Practice of Tantra
Relationship Education 101
Dysfunctional Relationships
Healing the Relationship
Module 8: Gestalt Therapy and Personal Growth for the Body-Mind Specialist
Gestalt Therapy
Key Concepts
The Therapeutic Process
Techniques and Procedures
Gestalt Therapy Group Sessions (Retreat) for
Self-Awareness
Emotional Healing
Personal Growth
