CONTACT: Connor Hadley [email protected] or 212-821-0572
Newswise — LGBT+ Experts from the Lucy A. Wicks Clinic of NewYork-Presbyterian Available for Interview
Jose Arvizu, MD – Psychiatrist at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center.
Expert bio: http://www.profiles.columbiapsychiatry.org/profile/jmarvizuolvera
"It is critical to offer a comprehensive, collaborative approach with affirmative psychotherapeutic interventions to foster identity development and reduce the prevalence of mental health disorders.” Individuals in the LGBT+ community have a higher risk of comorbid mental illness, substance use disorders and suicidality. Contributing factors may include shame, stigma, limited social support, harassment and minority stress. With the rapid advancement of LGBT+ rights, it is imperative to think about gender identity and expression as a continuum.”
Belinda Carrasco, Ph.D. –Psychologist at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center.
Expert bio: http://www.profiles.columbiapsychiatry.org/profile/bcarrasco
“There is evidence to support that a hostile and stressful social environment increases the risk for mental health problems, as well as chronic feelings of exclusion, expectations of rejection and isolation. Now more than ever, comprehensive care centers are of the utmost importance for LGBT+ individuals. In order to effectively address the complex needs of our patient population, we firmly believe that there should be two essential elements in treatment — 1) Multidisciplinary work and integrated team approach, and 2) Affirmative psychotherapeutic interventions.”
To arrange an interview with a NewYork-Presbyterian expert, email or call Connor Hadley at [email protected] or 212.821.0560.(Available for online, print and broadcast interviews) # # #
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