Up until now you will have been reading the rantings of a lunatic who treats dementia with carrots and a stick. Not only is he not well, he is not real.

My practise in Lausanne is a sane, careful and respectful utilization of combinations of various methodologies developed over the decades of psychotherapy. There are no vegetables or violence. Stable function requires time and consideration. At the Halfredt Institute here in Lausanne we have put together a fine organization for the treatment of neuroses, delusions, schizophrenias, bipolar conditions, depressive disorders, miscellaneous phobias and various syndromes.

We are capable, caring, courteous, and above all, capable. We use computer modeling, Internet and databank research, and our techniques are very specific to whatever problem you might have.

It is true that I did meet a likeness of myself in my waiting room. This was extremely troubling but, after all, the problem did go away. That "the problem" is writing a column on "Brain Care" makes him your problem. If you need help, seek the guidance of a seasoned and regarded professional. Avoid idiots with carrots and a stick. If you are in pain, the last thing you need is to be hit with a stick. We, of course use more sophisticated methods. Drugs mostly. Good ones they are too.

Do not follow the bent advise of someone who is not only crazy, he does not exist. If he did exist, then, by definition, I would be crazy. I assure you that I am most sane. Psychotherapy requires sanity at the very least. It is time to face real facts. Treatment is not a game; it is a precise application of time proven techniques coupled with cutting edge technology, tempered with the inevitable happy drugs. Seek proper help. Delusional imaginary quacks cannot help you.

You need respect, patience and professional help. So seek it from a respectful, patient professional.

Yours sincerely,

THE REAL DR. Dag Halfredt