Pristiq (desvenlafaxine) is a medication primarily used to treat major depressive disorder (MDD) and is known for its effectiveness with potentially fewer sexual and weight side effects compared to other SNRIs and SSRIs.

When starting a new antidepressant, patients often wonder how they can enhance the medication's effectiveness and improve their overall mental health.

Viibryd (vilazodone) is an FDA-approved medication for treating major depressive disorder (MDD) in adults, known for its faster action compared to many other antidepressants.

Iron deficiency is a widespread nutritional concern with profound implications for human health.

At Philadelphia Integrative Psychiatry, we understand the significance of a comprehensive and integrative care model.

“There are many different evidence-based therapeutic modalities that I have used as an Individual, Couples, and Families Therapist. Over time I have found the key to sustaining progress in therapy is helping the individual(s) calm their nervous system. Anything “said” or “done” in traiditional talk therapy cannot be retained unless a person is in a relaxed, regulated, safe space. I find profound change occurs for individuals, couples, and families using the mind-body-soul approach.” - Kristen Ott, MA, LMFT

“Yoga helps to build self-awareness and improve our coping strategies to work through the stress we experience when coping with negative thoughts about ourselves. I love seeing the transformative impact that yoga has on my patients.” - Tracy Sciulli, MS, Doctoral Candidate,LPC, RYT-200

TCAs, or Tricyclic Antidepressants, are an older class of antidepressant medications that can be great for various psychiatric symptoms.

Although hard work and determination are important qualities for any individual to develop, when do high expectations and a desire to achieve begin to work against us?

Choosing a therapist who is compatible with your needs and personality can be a difficult yet rewarding endeavor.

Living with depression can be a tough and isolating experience for teens. It may seem like a dark cloud hanging over you, making it difficult to find hope or joy in life.

Ketamine therapy has shown promising benefits for veterans who suffer from treatment-resistant depression (TRD) and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Eating Disorders Awareness Week is taking place Monday February 27th through Sunday March 5th, and brings insight into the complexity and commonality of eating disorders today.

HRV has become more popular since the addition to wearable tech, so here is a user-friendly explanation of HRV and how it works.

When exploring options for understanding cognitive and learning challenges, you may come across terms like "neuropsychological testing" and "psychoeducational testing." Both are valuable tools in assessing different aspects of brain function and learning, but they serve different purposes and involve different processes.

Inflammation can sometimes worsen or even cause depression. An elevated hs-CRP gives us hints about which medications and/or supplements may be helpful in treating depression.

In some patients with underactive MTHFR enzymes, L-Methylfolate can help treat depression.

Adolescent insomnia may lead to adolescent depression.

Thyroid hormone supplementation can help treat depression.

Memantine is an off-label option for some patients with OCD.