Functional Psychiatry Whole-Body Mental Health Care

Finding and correcting the underlying physical problems that cause the mental health symptoms

Have you tried medication and coping techniques, yet continue to struggle?

If you’re health-conscious and believe lab testing matters, functional medicine may be a strong fit for you. If you want real answers — not just symptom management — and are willing to address the physical roots of mental struggles, this precision approach is for you.

What is functional psychiatry?

Simple Explanation:

Functional psychiatry looks for the underlying physical deficiencies that make you feel and function poorly. Instead of only giving more medicine to cover up symptoms, functional medicine is about asking, "What is your body missing?" or "What’s out of balance?" Using laboratory tests to identify things like vitamin deficiencies, hormone problems, or other hidden issues that affect how your brain and body work we seek to fix those problems at the root so you can feel stronger and healthier — not just for now, but for the long run.

For Medical Professionals:

Functional psychiatry focuses on uncovering the biological factors that contribute to mental health symptoms. Instead of treating only the outward signs with medication, it looks deeper — evaluating for issues like nutrient deficiencies, hormonal imbalances, inflammation, and gut-brain disruptions that affect brain function. Through targeted lab testing and personalized treatment plans, the goal is to correct these underlying problems, strengthen the brain and body, and reduce the long-term need for psychiatric medication.

How I can help

When your body and mind are not working the way they were created to, even your best efforts can feel frustrating. As a functional medicine doctor, I identify what’s blocking your progress — and helps to remove those barriers.

By correcting what’s missing or out of balance, we clear the path for your mind to work the way God designed it to: stronger, sharper, more stable.

With the right foundation, restored, real change becomes possible — not just in how you feel, but in how you live.

What to expect:

Step 1: Comprehensive Evaluation

We start with an in-depth conversation about your symptoms, medical history, lifestyle, and goals — taking the time to see the full picture.

Step 2: Precision Laboratory Testing

I order advanced functional tests to uncover hidden problems, such as nutrient deficiencies, hormonal imbalances, inflammation, or gut issues that standard tests often miss.

Step 3: Diagnosis and Root Cause Identification

Using your lab results and clinical history, we work to pinpoint the real causes behind your mental health challenges.

Step 4: Personalized Treatment Plan

You receive a custom plan based on your specific needs — not a generic protocol — with a focus on correcting imbalances and restoring full mind-body health.

Step 5: Ongoing Adjustment and Support

As your body responds to treatment, we adjust the plan as needed to help you keep moving forward.

Strong Mind Medicine Can Help You

  • Complete a detailed evaluation to gain a full understanding of how your body and mind are connected.

  • Discover hidden imbalances affecting your mental health with in-depth lab testing.

  • Learn more about the root causes of symptoms and how to correct them holistically.

  • Follow a personalized treatment plan and work toward true healing, not just symptom control.

  • Experience clearer thinking, steadier mood, and stronger resilience over time by developing a strong foundation.

Break free from the cycle of feeling stuck, frustrated, and overlooked by finally finding real answers.

FAQs

  • Traditional psychiatry often focuses on managing symptoms with medication. Functional psychiatry takes it further — looking for the underlying reasons why symptoms appear in the first place. Through careful evaluation and targeted lab testing, we work to correct physical imbalances that impact mental health, helping you build lasting strength and resilience.

  • The first appointment is a two-hour evaluation designed to look at the full picture of your health. I take the time to listen carefully to your symptoms, history, and life patterns. We may also recommend specific laboratory tests to better understand the physical factors affecting your mental health. From there, we build a personalized plan that addresses the root issues — not just the surface symptoms.

  • In most cases, no immediate changes are made to medications. Functional psychiatry can work alongside traditional treatments. If medication adjustments become appropriate over time, they are made thoughtfully, with careful monitoring, and always in the context of what is best for your long-term health and stability.