Brain Health, Part V: Long-Term wellness

Functional Psychiatry: A Holistic Approach to Brain Health

At MotherRoot Integrated Wellness, we are committed to providing our patients with the highest quality of care and education. Our approach goes beyond traditional psychiatry to embrace functional psychiatry—a holistic method that focuses on addressing the root causes of mental health issues while promoting overall well-being.

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“(Video Time: 4 minutes) Dr. Hanaway is a board-certified family physician who teaches on the clinical application of nutritional biochemistry, with an emphasis on digestion, immunology, mitochondrial function, and wellness. He is also the former medical director of the Center for Functional Medicine at the Cleveland Clinic.” Excerpt from Adjunct Therapies for Depression: More Treatment Options

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Patient Education: Empowering Informed Choices

Central to our practice is the belief that informed patients are empowered patients. Through our functional psychiatry services, we prioritize patient education. We equip our patients with the knowledge and tools needed to understand the complexities of brain health and mental wellness. By educating our patients, we aim to enable them to make positive choices for their well-being.

Long-Term Wellness: Addressing Underlying Causes

Functional psychiatry is not just about managing symptoms. It's about addressing the underlying causes of mental health challenges to achieve long-term wellness. Our practitioners strive to go beyond mere symptom management by delving into the root factors that contribute to cognitive decline or neurological disorders. By taking a comprehensive approach, we aim to provide our patients with sustainable improvements in brain health.

Collaborative Care: A Comprehensive Approach

We understand that mental and emotional well-being are multifaceted, so we embrace a collaborative care model. Our functional medicine practitioners work closely with neurologists, psychologists, and other specialists to provide a well-rounded approach to addressing the complexities of mental health. By integrating expertise from various fields, we can provide our patients with comprehensive care that optimizes brain health and overall wellness.

The Goal: Sustainable Mental Health and Wellness

At MotherRoot Integrated Wellness, we believe that functional psychiatry offers a path to empowering individuals to take an active role in their brain health while addressing the underlying factors that contribute to mental health challenges.

If you're interested in learning more about our functional psychiatry services, feel free to reach out to TRISHA. she’s here to support you on your journey to sustainable mental health and wellness.