Cape Town, South Africa
Dr Cilliers uses a bio-psychosocial approach to diagnose and treat. Many disorders such as Bipolar Mood Disorder have a strong genetic (biological) foundation. Biological (medical) intervention may thus be necessary. The psychosocial factors must, however, be integrated in the treatment. In another condition, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) for example, the main cause is a psychosocial event such as a life-threatening event. Here psychosocial factors are addressed by means of CBT. The biological factors need to be addressed by means of the judicious use of appropriate medication. Six of the top 10 most disabling disorders in the world have a psychiatric origin. The prediction is that by the year 2020, major depression will be the most disabling condition in the world. Physical (biological) and psychiatric illne The rooms are in a manor house in the style of Sir Herbert Baker on the slopes of Oranjezicht. Set in peaceful gardens, this is a private and confidential environment.
Psychiatrists, Psychotherapists