Integrative Psychiatry
What is Integrative Psychiatry?
Integrative Psychiatry is a combination of standard psychiatry with Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM). Integrative psychiatry pairs psychopharmacology (medication management) and psychotherapy with alternative therapies such as meditation, holistic therapies, and nature therapy. An integrated psychiatrist looks at the whole person, not just from one aspect, but from a physical and mental perspective.
How Can Integrative Psychiatry Be More Effective Than Classic Psychiatry?
Standard psychiatry focuses primarily on mental illness with tools such as medication or psychotherapy with the goal of fixing what is broken. Integrative psychiatry aims to balance pharmacological techniques of treating illness with holistic interventions. For example, meditation can be helpful for alleviating side effects of medication. While some practitioners believe that one type of treatment is better than another, Integrative Psychiatry aims to combine the best of both worlds.
Is Integrative Psychiatry Right for You?
If you are looking to transition from disease management to overall wellness, integrative psychiatry can be the right fit. Integrative psychiatry begins by providing a complete diagnosis of all systems and symptoms, it then transitions to building resilience and wellness, and culminates in developing a practice to discover inner peace and satisfaction. Integrative psychiatry can help someone who is severely depressed, but can also be helpful for someone who is highly functional learn to be more focused and centered.
Types of Symptoms Addressed
Integrative Psychiatry is used for many issues of mental and physical health. Below is a list of the ones we treat.
Anxiety
Whether you have experienced anxiety since the pandemic or for a number of years we can help.
Mood Disorder
Mood disorder is one of the most troublesome for many people, but we are here to help with medication and holistic tools to deal with depression and bi-polar disorder.
ADHD
Children aren’t the only ones who need ADHD treatment. Many adults have gone undiagnosed for years. We treat kids, teens and adults who have ADHD.
Sleep Problems
Without sleep, our bodies do not handle stress well and every day can seem challenging. We have tools to help you create a sleep pattern beneficial to your physical and mental health.
Chronic stress
We have all experienced stress once in a while, but chronic stress is something that needs a more aggressive approach. We have the tools to help you deal with chronic stress.
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Combining the benefits of pharmacology and holistic therapies we can help you deal with OCD issues that affect your daily life.
Postpartum Depression
Postpartum depression is more common than many people think. We can help you regain your equilibrium, and decrease symptoms of postpartum blues.
Depression from Fertility Issues
The fertility process can cause many women to go through depression and major highs and lows. Anxiety, depression, and fear can consume women. We have the experience to help you understand and move through the process.
Menopause Mood Swings
Hormonal shifts can cause mood and anxiety and sleep issues. We can help you through the changes so that you come out on the other end happier.
Long Covid
There are many mental health challenges with long COVID. We can work with your medical team in an integrative approach to your whole wellness.
