Mental Health Program
We live in a beautiful era where talking about our mental health issues is no longer taboo. We are coming to terms with the fact that it’s ok that we don’t always feel quite “right” and seeking aid to help us through these times is important for our well being. I am by no means a trained psychologist but I have experienced my own trials and tribulations with mental health and am able to listen and understand what you are going through with empathy and care. Which I believe helps me to find the right treatment approach that is best suited for each individual. Because of my own personal experiences it has drawn me to take extra training in how acupuncture can help with anxiety, depression, postpartum depression, PTSD, OCD, and insomnia. Basically, acupuncture stimulates nerve endings that communicate with the CNS (central nervous system), SNS (sympathetic nervous system), and PNS (parasympathic nervous system) to assist in coping more effectively with what you are experiencing.
Having other people in your corner is important as well because it takes a village. As I mentioned I am not a psychologist and I think it is very important to have someone that is properly trained to speak to about what you are going through. Studies find that having multiple outlets and support for mental health issues leads to greater success.
I would also like to mention that if you are on medications I am not a practitioner that will suggest that you go off of them. Acupuncture has actually been shown to help with antidepressant medications effectiveness. If you are planning on going off your medication then I can assist in the process in a safe manor but only if you have discussed this with your doctor and have a plan for moving forward with this.
Issues that can be treated with this program
- Anxiety
- Palpitations
- Shortness of breath
- Racing thoughts
- Depression/Postpartum depression
- Fatigue
- Loss of interest/motivation
- Emotional outbursts
- OCD
- PTSD
- Grief
- Forgetfulness
- Side effects from anxiety/antidepressant medications
- Low libido
- Insomnia
Your Program Includes
- Customized Acupuncture treatments
- Stress Reduction Support and Advice
- Recommendations for Safe Supplements/ Herbal Medicines
- Nutritional & Lifestyle Advice
- On going support
*Treatment duration is dependent on the issues at hand but usually I suggest coming in weekly for 4 weeks and then cutting it down to every 2 weeks and then coming in 1x/month for a few months.
