Integrative Psychiatry Newport Beach, CA

An integrative psychiatry treatment plan typically consists of the following components:

1. Medicine: Traditional psychiatric medications are crucial in managing symptoms and stabilizing mood. However, integrative psychiatrists approach medication management with a minimalist and individualized mindset, striving to optimize effectiveness while minimizing side effects. 
2. Nutrition: Nutrition plays a pivotal role in brain function and mood regulation. Integrative psychiatry emphasizes the importance of a balanced diet rich in nutrients essential for optimal brain health, such as omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals.
3. Lifestyle Changes: Our daily habits can significantly impact our mental well-being. Integrative psychiatry encourages lifestyle modifications such as regular exercise, adequate sleep, stress management techniques, and fostering healthy relationships. These changes can profoundly affect mood, cognition, and overall quality of life.
4. Supplements: In addition to traditional medications, integrative psychiatrists may recommend certain supplements to support mental health. These supplements can include vitamin D, magnesium, B vitamins, and herbal remedies with evidence-backed benefits for mood and cognition. Our esteemed psychiatrist, Dr. Stefani LaFrenierre, has taken this one step further and created a line of holistic, integrative mental health supplements to support various conditions, including ADHD, depression, anxiety, insomnia, and autism, to name a few.
5. Blood Tests: Integrative psychiatry embraces the concept of personalized medicine, and blood tests play a crucial role in this approach. By analyzing biomarkers and genetic predispositions, psychiatrists can gain valuable insights into an individual’s unique biochemical profile. These tests can guide treatment decisions and help identify underlying imbalances contributing to mental health symptoms.

By integrating conventional treatments with complementary therapies such as nutrition, lifestyle changes, supplements, and targeted blood tests, integrative psychiatry offers a personalized path to healing and resilience. Our providers are ready to embark on this journey with you, your future of total wellness awaits.