Somatic Symptom Management: What to Expect
A comprehensive guide to managing somatic symptom disorder, combining coordinated medical care with therapy addressing the mind-body connection.
Treatment begins with
Coordinated Assessment
Therapy
Stress Management
Ongoing Coordination
This treatment is recommended for persistent physical symptoms significantly affecting daily life, alongside high health-related worry.
You may need this if...
These signs may indicate that this treatment is the recommended course of care:
- Persistent physical symptoms without a clear medical explanation
- High levels of worry about symptoms or health
- Symptoms significantly affecting daily functioning
- Repeated medical visits without lasting relief
A psychiatrist's confidential evaluation confirms whether this treatment is the right option for you.
What Does Somatic Symptom Management Involve?
Management combines careful coordination with your treating physician and therapy that addresses the connection between stress, emotions and physical symptoms.
Your physical symptoms are taken seriously, with psychiatric care working alongside your medical team.
When This Treatment is Considered
This treatment is recommended for persistent physical symptoms significantly affecting daily life, alongside high health-related worry.
- Persistent physical symptoms without a clear medical explanation
- High levels of worry about symptoms or health
- Symptoms significantly affecting daily functioning
- Repeated medical visits without lasting relief
The Care Pathway
1. Coordinated Assessment
Your psychiatric evaluation is coordinated with your treating physician's findings.
2. Therapy
Cognitive behavioural techniques address the relationship between stress and physical symptoms.
3. Stress Management
Relaxation and coping strategies help reduce symptom intensity.
4. Ongoing Coordination
Regular communication between your care providers supports consistent, unified care.
“Your care team supports you through every stage, with complete confidentiality from evaluation to ongoing follow-up.”
Expected Benefits and Possible Considerations
Most people experience meaningful reduction in symptom-related distress. Your care team will coordinate closely with your physician throughout.
Every treatment has individual considerations. Your care team will discuss what to expect based on your specific situation.
What to Expect Over Time
Improvement is often gradual, with many people noticing reduced distress over a structured course of therapy.
Your care plan includes coordinated therapy sessions and regular communication with your medical care team.
Regular follow-up and open communication with your care team play an important role in achieving the best possible outcome.
Questions to Ask Your Care Team
- 1.How will you coordinate with my other doctors?
- 2.Does this mean my symptoms aren't real?
- 3.What can I do to manage flare-ups myself?
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