Mental / Behavioral Health
Did you know functional medicine can help address complex mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression?
Functional Medicine Approach
What Causes Mental / Behavioral Health
Let’s dive into the complexities of depression and anxiety. These conditions are influenced by a mix of biological, psychological, and environmental factors. Genetics, neurotransmitter imbalances, and hormonal changes can significantly contribute. Psychological factors like personality traits, past trauma, and chronic stress also play a big role. Environmental influences such as major life events, lack of social support, substance abuse, and lifestyle choices further add to the picture. On top of that, chronic medical conditions and certain medications can impact mental health. The way these factors interact is unique to each individual, making everyone’s experience different.
How Can We Help?
Our functional medicine approach to mental health is all about finding and addressing the root causes of mood issues. We create holistic, individualized treatment plans that consider your diet, lifestyle, genetics, and environmental exposures. Here’s how we do it:
- Comprehensive Assessments: We dive deep into your personal history and conduct lab tests to check nutrient levels, hormone balance, gut health, and inflammation.
- Personalized Treatment Plans: These plans emphasize anti-inflammatory diets, targeted nutritional supplements, gut health support, hormonal balance, detoxification, and lifestyle modifications like stress management, sleep hygiene, and exercise.
- Mind-Body Practices: Techniques like CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and acupuncture can be incorporated to support your mental well-being.
- Continuous Monitoring: Regular follow-ups and ongoing patient education help treat the whole person, promoting long-term healing and well-being.
Our Approach
At Vitality FFM, we take mental health seriously and approach it with the consideration it deserves, free from stigma. While antidepressants and anxiolytics may sometimes be necessary, our goal is to make these temporary solutions as we tailor our treatment plans to meet your needs. With the collaboration of our interdisciplinary team and strategic community partnerships, we are committed to facilitating your healing journey. Our aim is to enable you to live life to its fullest potential, unencumbered by mental health challenges.
Consider This!
The gut-brain axis plays a significant role in depression and anxiety. The gut is often referred to as the “second brain” because it contains about 100 million neurons and produces around 95% of the body’s serotonin, a neurotransmitter crucial for mood regulation. Research shows that imbalances in gut microbiota can influence mental health, suggesting that maintaining a healthy gut through diet, probiotics, and prebiotics can help alleviate symptoms of depression and anxiety.
Stay strong, stay healthy, and let’s navigate this journey together.
Vitality Functional Family Medicine Principles
Vitality Functional Family Medicine Team...
Amrit Dockery, DO
Heather Thornton
My experiences for the last 30 years in both helping and healthcare roles have naturally converged, taking that wisdom, heart and hope and now devoting the second half of my life wholeheartedly to people who are on their own journey of finding balance and fulfilment. My goal is to compassionately and fervently help you reach your goals!
I am currently completing my accreditation through the International Coaching Federation, and if you are a patient of Vitality, you'll get the added benefit of our work together including a health plan and goals designed and refined at every visit with your personal physician. It's absolutely within reach to experience meaningful change, so let's get started!
Testimonials
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Clients Feedback
I have never had a doctor explain things to me so clearly and in as much depth as Doctor Dockery. She is thorough in her assessment and explanation while providing ample ways to improve your overall health. She is effective in treating acute problems and proactive by implementing preventative measures to help optimize your health. I appreciate the amount of time she spends with me in the room and am impressed by her knowledge of new medical research.
Dr. Amrit Dockery is incredibly knowledgeable in her field, especially in regards to health and wellness. She took the time and care to walk me through my results, as well as giving me a practical game plan on how I could work towards my health goals. She cares about true healing and getting to the root of the issue, not just putting a band aid on things. I have been incredibly blessed by her care.