Psychotic Disorders

Schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders require comprehensive, ongoing care to manage symptoms effectively. At FreeMind Psychiatry, compassionate telehealth-only support is available for adults and children experiencing psychotic symptoms. Nwayabuife Obiagwu, MD, provides secure virtual evaluations in a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can receive a prompt diagnosis and personalized treatment plan. Her goal is to help you manage distressing symptoms such as delusions, hallucinations, and disorganized thinking so you can lead a more balanced, independent life. Book a secure virtual consultation online today to start your path toward stabilization and recovery.

What are psychotic disorders?

Psychotic disorders are a group of severe mental health conditions that involve a break or disconnection from reality. People living with a psychotic disorder may experience abnormal thoughts, distorted perceptions, and difficulty distinguishing what is real from what isn’t.

Schizophrenia is one of the most common psychotic disorders, but other conditions—including bipolar disorder, schizoaffective disorder, and severe depression—can also cause psychotic symptoms.

At FreeMind Psychiatry Group, Dr. Obiagwu provides comprehensive telehealth evaluations for both adults and children, creating personalized treatment plans designed to stabilize symptoms, improve quality of life, and support long-term wellness.

What are the symptoms of psychotic disorders?

The two hallmark symptoms of psychotic disorders are:

Hallucinations

These are abnormal sensory experiences involving any of the five senses—hearing, sight, touch, taste, or smell. For example, you may hear voices no one else hears, see things that aren’t there, or feel sensations like something crawling on your skin.

Delusions

Delusions are strong beliefs that are not based in reality. Even when presented with evidence to the contrary, someone experiencing a delusion remains firmly convinced their belief is true.

Psychotic disorders can profoundly affect your mental and physical health, relationships, and daily functioning. Symptoms may also increase the risk of self-harm or unsafe behaviors. If you or your child experiences hallucinations or delusions, schedule a virtual diagnostic evaluation with Dr. Obiagwu. If there’s immediate danger or thoughts of suicide, call 911 or 988 right away.

How are psychotic disorders treated?

FreeMind Psychiatry Group provides customized telehealth-based treatment plans that often combine therapy and medication to reduce symptoms and improve stability.

Psychotherapy

Talk therapy helps you recognize negative thought patterns, manage emotional triggers, and build coping strategies for daily challenges. Therapy also provides tools to strengthen relationships and improve overall quality of life.

Medications

Antipsychotics and other psychiatric medications can restore balance in brain chemistry, helping reduce the frequency and intensity of hallucinations and delusions. Dr. Obiagwu also offers virtual medication management to monitor progress, adjust dosages, and ensure your treatment is safe and effective.

Take the first step toward regaining control. Book a secure telehealth evaluation with Dr. Obiagwu online today.