Holistic Approaches to Comprehensive Care with Clinical Psychologists

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Lori Rockmore and Dr. Daniela Colognori, two clinical psychologists with extensive experience treating individuals with Tourette syndrome (TS) and related conditions. Both have a rich history of working at the Rutgers TS Clinic, where they gained invaluable insights into providing holistic, family-focused care. Throughout our conversation, we discuss their personal journeys into the field, how their practice has evolved, and the incredible strengths they see in their patients.

We discuss what it means to offer holistic treatment, going beyond the tics themselves to address broader issues like school performance, family dynamics, and other comorbid conditions such as OCD and anxiety. Dr. Rockmore and Dr. Colognori share stories of resilience, the importance of seeing the whole person, and how families play a crucial role in supporting individuals with TS. 

Episode Highlights:
[01:17] – Dr. Rockmore shares how her work in Tourette began, sparked by her collaboration with Dr. Kathy Budman.
[03:57] – Dr. Colognori recounts how she was "randomly" placed in the Rutgers TS program and ended up working alongside Dr. Rockmore.
[06:49] – Holistic care explained: Addressing the patient as a whole, including family, school challenges, and comorbidities like OCD and anxiety.
[09:34] – Dr. Rockmore and Dr. Colognori discuss the strengths of children with TS, emphasizing their talents beyond their tics.
[12:45] – Exploring the challenges and rewards of training students to treat TS, and how the Rutgers program equips them for treating complex conditions.
[20:17] – Practical advice: Dr. Rockmore and Dr. Colognori outline how they prioritize interventions based on functional impairments and patient input.
[24:20] – Advice to patients with Tourette’s: "Tics are just one part of who you are—pursue your passions and live your life to the fullest."

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