Psychosis: symptoms and which specialist to see

Psychosis

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Psychosis in Mexico

Psychosis is a serious mental disorder that alters the perception of reality and requires urgent specialized care. On El Doctor there are 3,201 specialists registered who diagnose and treat this condition throughout Mexico.

Specialists who treat it

The professionals who most frequently treat psychosis are psychologists (1,762), psychiatrists (1,026), neurologists (369), clinical psychologists (35) and pediatric neurologists (14). The psychiatrist is the main specialist for medication management, while the psychologist provides ongoing therapeutic support.

Where to find specialists

The cities with the largest number of specialists are Mexico City (396), Monterrey (242), Guadalajara (183), Santiago de Querétaro (120) and Naucalpan de Juárez (78).

Cost of consultation

The average consultation price for psychosis specialists is approximately $921 MXN, according to the data on our platform.

Source: El Doctor database (eldoctor.com.mx), updated to March 2026. This information is for guidance only and does not replace professional medical consultation. Always consult a specialist to obtain an appropriate diagnosis and treatment.

Data on 4,813 doctors who treat psychosis

Typical price

$1,000 MXN

67% above the national median

50% charge between $600 and $1,200 MXN

41% with verified license 39 with 15+ years of experience 37 speak English

Insurance accepted

AXA Seguros17 Seguros Banorte15 Seguros Monterrey14 GNP Seguros14 Allianz13 MetLife13

Which specialist treats psychosis?

Psychosis should be treated by a psychiatrist, who can provide medical follow-up for the condition, along with a psychologist for therapeutic support. If associated neurological symptoms appear, a neurologist may get involved. Find these specialists.

Psychiatrist Psychologist Neurologist Clinical Psychologist General Practitioner Psychoanalyst Child Psychiatrist Pediatric Neurologist