Utsumi Mental Clinic
About
Uchiumi Mental Clinic is a psychiatric clinic located approximately 2 minutes walk west from Hanshin-Kokudo Station on the Hankyu Imazu Line, and about 6 minutes walk from JR Nishinomiya Station. The clinic treats a wide range of psychiatric conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, panic disorder, schizophrenia, insomnia, and dementia. While primarily offering psychotherapy and pharmacotherapy, the clinic also provides cognitive behavioral therapy and psychological counseling depending on symptoms. The director, Dr. Yosuke Tsujishita, is a Doctor of Medicine who graduated from Kobe University School of Medicine and is a designated physician for mental health with research experience at the U.S. National Institutes of Health and the University of California, Berkeley. Multiple physicians work at the clinic, with different doctors assigned to different days of the week. WAIS-IV psychological testing is available by appointment for assessing developmental characteristics and considering environmental adjustments. Additionally, an affiliated day care program offers rehabilitation programs aimed at social reintegration and return to work, as well as programs to improve daily rhythms. The interior features warm wooden accents creating a welcoming atmosphere, and the clinic emphasizes minimal pharmacotherapy. English-speaking services are available, and parking is provided. Initial consultations require an appointment.
