Psychiatry

Psychiatric care is an important part of mental health care. It is not only about addressing acute difficulties, but also about developing a long-term understanding of what is happening within a person – psychologically, physically and in the context of their life.

At NEO Center, we see psychiatry as one of the pillars of comprehensive care. We do not treat it as separate from psychotherapy or lifestyle. Instead, we connect these areas so that care works as a meaningful whole.

Psychiatric consultations are also available in English.

When can psychiatric care help?

Seeking help from a psychiatrist is not a sign of failure. On the contrary, it is often an important step towards greater stability and can create space for further therapeutic work and personal change.

Psychiatric care may be appropriate, for example, if:

• you have been experiencing anxiety, tension or persistent low mood
• you are struggling with exhaustion, insomnia or a loss of energy
• you experience significant mood swings or difficulty controlling your behaviour
• you are experiencing addiction-related difficulties
• you feel that psychotherapy alone is not enough

Psychiatry focuses on the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mental health disorders and on how these difficulties affect a person's thoughts, emotions and behaviour.

 

How psychiatric care works

Psychiatric care begins with a professional psychiatric assessment. This includes a detailed conversation about your current difficulties, their development over time and their impact on everyday life. Understanding the broader context – including relationships, life circumstances and physical health – is also an important part of the assessment.

If necessary, the psychiatrist may use additional diagnostic tools or recommend a clinical psychological assessment. This can help provide a more precise understanding of the nature of the difficulties and support the choice of appropriate care. Psychodiagnostic methods, such as standardised tests and questionnaires, can provide a more structured and objective view of a person's experiences and functioning.

Based on the assessment, we agree on the most appropriate next steps. These may include:

• recommending psychotherapy or adjusting ongoing psychotherapy
• adjustments to daily routines and lifestyle
• pharmacological treatment, where appropriate

Medication can be a helpful part of treatment in some situations. It may help stabilise a person's condition and create space for further therapeutic work. We do not see medication as the only solution, but as one of several possible treatment options.

 

Integrated care and a holistic approach

At NEO Center, our approach is based on the bio-psycho-socio-spiritual model. This means that we do not view mental health difficulties in isolation, but in the context of a person's life as a whole.

For this reason, psychiatry is not treated as an isolated service at NEO Center. It can be part of a broader care plan that may include:

• working with the body and emotions
• support for a healthy lifestyle
• complementary activities such as exercise or relaxation

Family and couples psychotherapy focuses on relationships and communication between people who are close to one another. It can help clarify how an individual's difficulties affect, and are affected by, the wider system of relationships.

The goal is not simply to eliminate difficulties as quickly as possible, but to gradually achieve greater stability, balance and better functioning in everyday life.

 

Collaboration and continuity of care

Psychiatric care works best when it is based on collaboration. A trusting relationship between the client and the professional, open communication and respect for individual needs are all important parts of the process.

Changes in mental health usually do not happen overnight. Recovery and improvement are processes that develop over time and may progress differently for each person.

We can support you throughout this process.

Appointments

If you are considering a psychiatric consultation, please contact us. Together, we can discuss your situation and recommend the next step that best meets your current needs.

Psychiatric consultations are available in English.