Julian has recently been diagnosed with schizophrenia and is undergoing assessment by a clinical team. In his sessions, he describes hearing a persistent, low-frequency buzzing that he is convinced is a tracking device implanted in his jaw by the secret service to monitor his location and broadcast his private thoughts to strangers. Julian has abandoned his lifelong passion for classical guitar, rarely showers, and has cut off all contact with his peers. He lives with his father, who is highly critical of Julian’s lack of employment, frequently shouting at him and demanding that he "pull himself together."
Julian's clinical psychologist is deciding on a course of psychological intervention.
Discuss the extent to which one psychological treatment would be beneficial for Julian. Refer to Julian in your answer.
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