Mark L. Ruffalo, MSW, DPsa

Precision in Psychiatry: Diagnosing, Treating, and Differentiating Core Psychiatric Conditions

November 11, 2024

Mark L. Ruffalo, MSW, DPsa and Nassir Ghaemi, M.D.

Today, we delve into the complicated world of psychiatric diagnoses and their impact on treatment.

CLINICAL UPDATE

The Psychotherapy of Avoidant Personalities: A Basic Overview

July 11, 2024

Mark L. Ruffalo, MSW, DPsa

Mark L. Ruffalo, MSW, DPsa. Editor in Chief, The Carlat Psychotherapy Report, psychotherapist in private practice in Tampa, Florida, and Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Central Florida College of Medicine and Adjunct Instructor of Psychiatry at Tufts University School of Medicine. He has broad clinical experience in the psychoanalytic treatment of mood, personality, and psychosomatic disorders, and has particular interest in the psychotherapy of schizophrenia and borderline personality disorder.

Dr. Ruffalo has no financial relationships with companies related to this material.

The characteristics, differential diagnosis, theoretical considerations, and treatment approaches for avoidant personality disorder (AvPD), including insights into its prevalence and cultural considerations.

Expert Q&A

A Therapeutic Approach to Schizophrenia

May 1, 2024

Mark L. Ruffalo, MSW, DPsa

Mark L. Ruffalo, MSW, DPsa.

Editor-in-Chief, The Carlat Psychotherapy Report. Psychotherapist in private practice in Tampa, Florida. Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Central Florida College of Medicine and Adjunct Instructor of Psychiatry at Tufts University School of Medicine.

Dr. Ruffalo has no financial relationships with companies related to this material.

Dr. Ruffalo discusses ways to build trust and address patients' goals in managing schizophrenia symptoms.

2024 Evidence for Psychodynamic Psychotherapy (for Social Workers)

April 10, 2024

Mark L. Ruffalo, MSW, DPsa, Jonathan Shedler, PhD, and Geneva Valeska

This course covers the diagnosis and treatment of personality disorders. Personality disorders represent a complex and often misunderstood category within the field of mental health. These conditions, characterized by enduring patterns of cognition, emotion, and behavior, can significantly impact an individual's life, relationships, and overall well-being. Understanding personality disorders is crucial for mental health professionals.

2024 Diagnosis and Treatment of Personality Disorders (For Social Workers)

April 10, 2024

Mark L. Ruffalo, MSW, DPsa, Frank Yeomans, MD, PhD, Dan H. Buie, MD, and Marcia Zuckerman, MD

This course covers the diagnosis and treatment of personality disorders. Personality disorders represent a complex and often misunderstood category within the field of mental health. These conditions, characterized by enduring patterns of cognition, emotion, and behavior, can significantly impact an individual's life, relationships, and overall well-being. Understanding personality disorders is crucial for mental health professionals.

Expert Q&A

A Therapeutic Approach to Schizophrenia

April 1, 2024

Mark L. Ruffalo, MSW, DPsa

Mark L. Ruffalo, MSW, DPsa

Editor-in-Chief, The Carlat Psychotherapy Report. Psychotherapist in private practice in Tampa, Florida. Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Central Florida College of Medicine and Adjunct Instructor of Psychiatry at Tufts University School of Medicine.

Dr. Ruffalo has no financial relationships with companies related to this material.

How do you establish trust with patients who have psychosis? Dr. Ruffalo: Shorter sessions are more appropriate for psychotherapy with schizophrenia, like 30 minutes instead of the usual 45–50 minutes. Longer sessions tend to increase the patient’s interpersonal anxiety.

Navigating Narcissistic Personality Disorder

March 11, 2024

Mark L. Ruffalo, MSW, DPsa and Frank Yeomans, MD, PhD

Mark Ruffalo discusses narcissistic personality with Dr. Frank Yeomans, a world leader in the psychotherapy of personality disorders.

Evidence for Psychodynamic Psychotherapy

December 25, 2023

Mark L. Ruffalo, MSW, DPsa, Jonathan Shedler PhD, and Geneva Valeska

In today’s podcast, we explore background knowledge, experiences, and misconceptions surrounding psychodynamic therapy and discuss how we define evidence for it with our guest, Dr. Jonathan Shedler.

CLINICAL UPDATE

Understanding Borderline Personality Disorder: A Closer Look at Psychodynamic Approaches

September 28, 2023

Mark L. Ruffalo, MSW, DPsa

Mark L. Ruffalo, MSW, DPsa
Editor in Chief, The Carlat Psychotherapy Report. Psychotherapist in private practice in Tampa, Florida. Instructor of Psychiatry at the University of Central Florida College of Medicine and Adjunct Instructor of Psychiatry at Tufts University School of Medicine.

Dr. Ruffalo has no financial relationships with companies related to this material.

Psychodynamic psychotherapy, including transference-focused psychotherapy, offers a valuable approach to understanding and treating borderline personality disorder, backed by strong evidence, making it a significant treatment option.