Mental Health Conditions

Mental health disorders are rising at alarming rates, both in the U.S. and worldwide. This is a cause close to my heart, especially after a friend's daughter recently struggled with one of these challenges. Drawing from my experience, I was able to help her regain optimal function and resolve many of her symptoms.  We did this by working through a list of possible causes, and the correcting these over time. Like many going through a crisis, she was initially given medications to help stabilize her.  These are often necessary as many are in a crisis. However, I feel these could be considered a short term bandaid and one chapter of a potential 10 chapter book. 

 In her case, she had some gene mutations affecting her production and balance of neurotransmitters, deficiencies in cellular nutrition, stress and cortisol imbalances, blood sugar imbalances, some hormonal imbalances, HP Axis involvement, and some gut issues. All causative to her sudden bipolar symptoms. 

*Epigenetics can play a significant role in these conditions, and I would encourage you to read more about this topic under the cause section on this site. 

I want to share some insight into how I approach this and help you determine if this plan might be right for you. 

Here’s how I work to address mental health conditions in a more comprehensive, holistic way:

1. Beyond the Diagnosis: Rather than focusing solely on a mental health label, I see these diagnoses as markers of underlying body dysfunction. When we address the root issues, the symptoms can be reduced, or go away.

2. Functional Testing & Treatment: My approach involves pinpointing bodily dysfunctions through specialized testing and then targeting them with a personalized treatment plan. In many cases, we can reduce or even eliminate the need for long-term medication by fixing the underlying issues.  *See causes and testing to identify, below. 

3. Comprehensive, Lasting Solutions: Standard treatments often rely on medication as the sole solution. This is not necessarily bad, as I do believe there is necessity in many of the cases I see. But it’s my belief that it's just one chapter of a 10-chapter book. My plan is designed to cover all chapters to maximize healing and long-term stability.

Anxiety Disorders 

Bipolar and Mood disorders

Schizophrenia Spectrum

OCD

ADHD

Oppositional Defiant

Insomnia

• 23% of U.S. adults experienced a mental illness last year—nearly 60 million people.
• More than 5% had serious thoughts of suicide, with suicide rates at an all-time high.
• 1 in 5 youth experienced major depression, yet over half received no treatment.
• 18% of adults struggled with substance abuse, with most unable to access help.

• Epigenetics: Genes can affect detox, inflammation, and especially neurotransmitters and brain health.  Testing the genes is a very high priority. 
• Cell Nutrition: Poor mental health can often stem from vitamin and mineral deficiencies.
• Stress, and Stress Hormone Testing such as Cortisol, DHEA, and Pregnenolone. It is advised these be tested either by urine or saliva. 
• Hormones: Imbalances in sex hormones, thyroid, insulin, and cortisol directly impact mental health.
• Gut Health: Mental health and gut health are tightly linked as roughly 75% of neurotransmitters are synthesized in the gut. 
• Neurotransmitters: Imbalances in dopamine, serotonin, GABA, and others influence brain function.
• Toxins: Environmental toxins can significantly affect brain health.
• Blood Sugar Imbalance/Dysglycemia: Insulin resistance followed by hypoglycemia is common. One of the brain's main fuel source is glucose. If somebody gets sleepy after a meal, craves sweets, or gets shaky, jittery, and hangry when they miss meals, this can be common signs of unstable blood sugar levels. It has a profound impact on brain function. 
• Altered Circadian Rhythm: This is your sleep wake cycle. Professionally speaking, almost all of my patients with a mental health issue are dealing with sleep issues. This can be tested and evaluated with proper cortisol testing, as well as some energetic testing. 
• Advanced Immune System Testing: This can help identify immune dysregulation and pinpoint inflammatory causes affecting brain health

**Metal health issues, and symptoms, very often have multiple causes. When a healthcare provider gives a medication, it does not, and cannot, address these many causes.  That is not to say the medication is not needed, or not helpful, because it may be necessary for many. At least short term to help stabilize symptoms quickly. It is, however, just one chapter of a 10 or 20 chapter book. Addressing these causes is critical to long term outcomes. 

• Medication (if necessary - this is by referral )
• Dietary changes: Real, unprocessed foods (think paleo)
• Lifestyle adjustments: Reducing phone and computer screen time, improving sleep, exercising, and avoiding alcohol and drugs like THC
• Targeted supplementation: Based on your genetic and nutritional needs from the testing above
• Gut Health Protocol: A 5-step approach to heal and restore gut function
• Hormone and Stress Response Balancing: Addressing any imbalances in sex hormones, thyroid, and blood sugar
• Inflammation and related causes - Addressing Infections such as bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic with a strong focus on gut infections. 

• IV therapy, oxygen therapy, emotional therapy, detoxification, and more may be part of your longer-term plan, depending on your individual needs.

Our approach combines cutting-edge testing with personalized protocols to heal at the root level. 

Schedule for initial consultation and testing. (See Contact Form Below) The initial steps also focus on immediate symptoms and “low-hanging fruit,” such as medication needed, dietary changes, lifestyle adjustments, and basic vitamin and mineral deficiencies for cellular support. 

Short and mid-term health goals include addressing many of the root causes such as epigenetics, restoring gut health, balancing stress and sex hormones, regulating sleep, detoxifying from heavy metals, managing environmental toxins, and addressing any underlying infections to provide comprehensive care for sustained brain health and resilience.

Longer term goals include retesting and re-evaluations making changes and modifications as needed throughout care. 

This approach brings a new perspective to mental health, one that goes far beyond managing symptoms. It provides a roadmap for real healing, so you can experience stability, vitality, and well-being.

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