Integrative Anxiety Treatment in California

Find Relief, Restore Balance, Reclaim Calm

Integrative Anxiety Treatment in California

Feeling trapped by anxiety? You’re not alone, and there is hope. I’m a solo integrative psychiatrist in California who helps adults find relief from anxiety using a holistic, functional medicine approach.

Together, we address mind, body, and lifestyle to get to the root of your anxiety – not just the symptoms. In a warm and compassionate setting, we’ll craft a personalized plan that may include therapy, lifestyle changes, natural remedies, advanced lab testing, mind-body techniques, and integration of psychedelic experiences when appropriate.

My goal is to support you with clear guidance and caring partnership every step of the way.

Medication Management with a Mindful Approach

Medication can be a helpful tool for anxiety – but it’s not the whole story. My approach is thoughtful, personalized, and collaborative.

Optimize current medications to minimize side effects and maximize relief
Carefully consider pros and cons before starting new prescriptions
Use the lowest effective dose — avoiding unnecessary polypharmacy
Leverage genetic testing to match medications to your unique metabolism
Integrate medication with therapy and healthy habits — not rely on pills alone

You’ll never be rushed or ignored. We’ll monitor progress closely and adjust as needed, always aiming for the most effective, gentle support possible.

Healing Through Psychotherapy

Therapy is a cornerstone of overcoming anxiety. In our work together, we don’t just medicate the symptoms — we explore and heal the emotional roots.

I provide psychotherapy myself as a solo practitioner, offering a continuous, supportive relationship. You’ll receive both medication management and therapy in one cohesive setting.

Using evidence-based approaches like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness techniques, and trauma-informed counseling, we’ll:

Reframe anxious thought patterns and build healthier self-talk
Practice coping skills to navigate stress, panic, and worry
Process life changes, trauma, or past experiences fueling anxiety
Foster emotional resilience for long-term freedom from fear

Therapy offers you a confidential space to be heard, understood, and empowered — a healing journey back to yourself.

Lifestyle Coaching for Anxiety Relief

Daily habits have a powerful impact on anxiety. Together, we’ll fine-tune your lifestyle to calm your nervous system and support lasting well-being.

Sleep Support: Build calming bedtime rituals to improve rest and resilience.
Movement: Create a joyful, sustainable exercise routine (walking, yoga, biking).
Stress Reduction: Integrate daily breathing exercises, mindfulness, and relaxation breaks.
Nutrition Tweaks: Balance blood sugar and lower inflammation through simple, realistic meal changes.
Substance Management: Reduce caffeine, alcohol, or stimulants that trigger anxiety.
Joyful Living: Reconnect with hobbies, friendships, and nourishing social activities.

Small daily shifts lead to big long-term changes. You’ll learn realistic strategies that fit your life, not someone else’s.

Herbal and Plant-Based Medicine

Nature offers gentle remedies that can reduce anxiety without harsh side effects. When appropriate, we thoughtfully integrate evidence-based herbs and botanicals into your care.

Ashwagandha: An adaptogen that reduces cortisol and improves stress resilience.
Chamomile: Mildly sedating and calming — ideal for evening tea or capsule support.
Lavender: Shown to reduce anxiety through aromatherapy or oral supplements.
Passionflower, Lemon Balm, Valerian: Traditional herbs that soothe tension and promote calm.
L-Theanine: An amino acid from green tea that eases situational anxiety without sedation.

We ensure safety, avoid interactions, and use only high-quality formulations. This is modern herbalism: backed by science, guided by your needs.

Functional and Nutritional Testing

Anxiety isn’t just “in your head” — it’s often connected to your body’s underlying imbalances. Our testing approach uncovers the physical roots of emotional distress.

Vitamin and Mineral Deficiencies: Checking magnesium, B vitamins, Vitamin D, and more.
Blood Sugar and Insulin Issues: Identifying hidden hypoglycemia, insulin resistance, or erratic glucose patterns.
Thyroid Function: Assessing thyroid hormones beyond just TSH for missed hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism.
Inflammation Markers: Measuring hs-CRP and other indicators of systemic stress.
Food Sensitivities (When Appropriate): Exploring potential inflammatory reactions linked to anxiety.

By connecting your symptoms to your unique biochemistry, we customize targeted, evidence-based interventions. No more guessing — just clarity and real healing.

Advanced Hormonal Testing & Balancing

Hormones powerfully influence mood, energy, and anxiety. If your internal chemistry is out of balance, no amount of talk therapy alone will fully fix the issue. We investigate and optimize your hormonal landscape to promote lasting emotional stability.

Thyroid Hormones: Identifying hidden hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, or subtle dysfunctions often missed in standard tests.
Adrenal Stress Hormones: Evaluating cortisol and DHEA rhythms that govern stress resilience and anxiety responses.
Sex Hormones: Tracking estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone changes that can destabilize mood — especially around menstruation, pregnancy, or midlife.
Metabolic and Insulin Markers: Exploring links between blood sugar stability, hormone health, and emotional wellness.

By tailoring your plan based on precise hormonal insights, we create deeper, more sustainable healing — not just symptom suppression.

Gut Microbiome Testing and the Gut-Brain Connection

Your gut and brain are in constant communication — and when gut health suffers, anxiety often follows. We evaluate your microbiome to find hidden drivers of emotional stress.

Comprehensive Stool Testing: Assessing beneficial vs. harmful bacteria balance, yeast overgrowth, inflammation, and gut permeability ("leaky gut").
Microbiome Support: Tailored probiotic and dietary strategies to restore calm, connected gut-brain function.
Neurotransmitter Production: Enhancing gut-derived serotonin, GABA, and short-chain fatty acids for emotional resilience.

Healing the gut can quiet the mind. Many patients report less anxiety, clearer thinking, and better mood when their digestion improves — real, biological healing from the inside out.

Therapeutic Diets and Nutrition for Anxiety

What you eat has a profound effect on how you feel. We use nutrition as a practical, everyday form of emotional support — not restriction.

Anti-inflammatory Whole Foods: Vegetables, fruits, omega-3s, healthy fats, and real ingredients.
Blood Sugar Balance: Smooth glucose curves = steadier moods. We’ll adjust meals and snacks to avoid crashes.
Gentle Elimination Strategies: Testing or trialing gluten/dairy-free, low-FODMAP, or anti-inflammatory plans if helpful.
Hydration & Caffeine Moderation: Simple tweaks to reduce anxiety spikes and jitteriness.
Targeted Supplements: Omega-3s, Vitamin D, magnesium, and more — based on real testing and your needs.

We’ll meet you where you are — whether you cook, order out, or do meal kits. The goal is progress, not perfection.

Personalized Genetic Testing

If you’ve struggled with anxiety medication side effects or trial-and-error treatment, pharmacogenomic testing can provide clarity. We use a simple cheek swab to understand how your body metabolizes medications and nutrients.

Medication Matching: Identify which antidepressants or anti-anxiety meds may work best — and which to avoid.
MTHFR & Folate Pathways: Discover if you need active L-methylfolate to support neurotransmitter health.
Metabolic Variants: Understand how your genes impact nutrient absorption and stress response.
Tailored Supplement Support: Avoid unnecessary supplements by targeting what your body truly needs.

This optional test helps reduce side effects, speed up results, and take the guesswork out of treatment — guiding smarter decisions from the start.

Mind-Body Medicine & Stress Reduction

Anxiety lives in both the mind and the body. These techniques help regulate your nervous system, restore emotional balance, and build resilience from within.

Mindfulness Meditation

Proven to reduce anxiety as effectively as medication in clinical trials. We start small and build a sustainable practice together.

Breathwork

Techniques like cyclic sighing and 4-7-8 breathing calm your fight-or-flight response in minutes. We practice them in session.

Yoga & Gentle Movement

Whether it’s restorative yoga, stretching, or walking, movement helps discharge tension and improve mood naturally.

Biofeedback & Relaxation Training

Learn to regulate heart rate, tension, and nervous system rhythms using guided techniques or wearable tools.

Guided Imagery

We use visualization and storytelling to help your mind “rehearse” safety, success, or calmness — a powerful nervous system tool.

Complementary Therapies

Massage, craniosacral therapy, and acupuncture can release somatic tension and deepen emotional calm. Referrals available.

These techniques empower you with tools that work anytime, anywhere. They’re more than coping skills — they’re a path to inner peace.

Integration of Psychedelic Experiences

Psychedelic-assisted therapy is an emerging option for anxiety, trauma, and emotional growth. While I do not administer psychedelics (except ketamine where appropriate), I provide preparation and integration support for patients navigating these experiences legally and ethically.

Preparation Sessions: Explore intentions, mindset, and context before engaging in a psychedelic experience.
Integration Therapy: Reflect on meaning, insights, or challenges afterward — bridging the experience to real-world healing.
Ketamine Support: For those undergoing ketamine-assisted therapy, I offer medical and emotional guidance to maximize outcomes.
Collaboration with Specialists: I work with legal providers or researchers if you pursue a clinical or spiritual route.

Psychedelics aren’t shortcuts. But in the right context, they can catalyze profound insight and healing. My role is to walk beside you, helping you integrate those experiences with care, clarity, and compassion.

Compassionate, Whole-Person Care for Lasting Relief

Anxiety doesn’t have to define your life. With an integrative approach — blending science, nutrition, psychotherapy, mindfulness, and modern medicine — we help you heal from the inside out.

You’ll be seen, heard, and supported at every step. My goal is not just symptom relief, but transformation — to help you reconnect with calm, clarity, and your full potential.

If you’re ready to explore a different kind of care — one that treats the whole you — I invite you to take the first step.

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