In psychiatry, the goal is to treat mental disorders, such as major depressive disorder or generalized anxiety disorder (as classified by the diagnostic and statistical manual( DSM) of mental disorders.)

The psychiatrist tries to suppress the symptoms which a patient presents with. The tools used are primarily psychiatric medications, and at times, psychotherapy. From an integrative and holistic viewpoint, these symptoms, in fact point towards imbalances in the central nervous system. Therefore, the goal is to strive to find these imbalances and root causes.

As such, extensive laboratory testing is done to find potential imbalances & abnormalities. In the search for root causes, gut-Brain axis, metabolic regulation, immune modulation, brain, optimization, and detoxification pathways are examined.

In addition, an individual’s history of trauma, beliefs, and spirituality are looked at. We also focus extensively on lifestyle issues, such as sleep, habits, nutrition, physical activity, and relationships.

In addition to psychiatric medications, nutraceuticals and supplements, as well as psychotherapy tailored to the needs of the individuals are used.

In all instances, we rely on tools that are backed by research and evidence. The spotlight is on the individual affected by mental illness, rather than on the disorder, as each individual is truly unique.

If you approach us for help, you are in fact, entering a partnership with us: a partnership to explore, and to find answers, and ultimately not just to recover, but to grow and transcend.

A.ADEL MD.