Onward Growth Psychiatry
Integrative Psychiatric Treatment
Integrative psychiatric treatment: combing the best aspects of Western medicine and holistic complimentary therapies.
Live Your Life to the Fullest
My Mission
Onward is defined as: in a continuing forward direction; ahead; going further rather than coming to an end or halt; moving forward.
My mission at Onward Growth Psychiatry is to help you move ahead in your life by offering whole-person mental health treatment. Moving ahead involves healing, continued wellness, and reclaiming your life. I celebrate you for who you are and offer integrative psychiatric treatment care to support you in your life journey.
My goal is not just to prescribe you a medication and send you on your way — it’s to be a long-term, trusted partner in helping you achieve a happy and fulfilling life.
My Values
I respect the individuality and uniqueness of each client. My role as an integrative psychiatric treatment provider is to support you in your healing journey, which is unique to you.
I honor who you were before while embracing your journey to become who you want to be tomorrow.
Treatment is a partnership between provider and client, so we work together to reach your goals.
Sometimes, we have to dig a little deeper to get to the root causes of a problem.
My Integrative Psychiatry Treatment Philosophy
Healing is holistic
I believe in treating the whole person. My approach to integrative psychiatric treatment integrates psychological wellness, nutritional counseling, lifestyle counseling, bodywork, and medication management. If you are seeking medication to manage mental health symptoms, or wish to pursue medication-free solutions to your challenges, I can help you gain freedom from mental health burdens.
Empowering Accountability
Taking accountability is when real change begins. When we take responsibility for our patterns, behaviors, and reactions, we can understand them better and make a decision about what and how to change. I work with you to develop self-awareness, identify your values, and take ownership of your life.
Honoring Individuality
Some people respond very well to medications. Others respond to talk therapy. Oftentimes, we need to make lifestyle changes before we have relief from our symptoms. Other people may find healing in exploring complimentary medicine or alternative therapies. You may gain the most benefit from combining all those aspects of care. I honor your individual journey and support you in your unique healing process.
Services I offer
Integrative Psychiatric treatment is about whole-person care.
Medication Management
Integrative psychiatry doesn’t mean anti-medication — I can help you find the best medication regimen that helps you feel better without causing unnecessary side effects, and I can also help you reduce your need for medication by using holistic methods that give you extra support.
Psychotherapy
I use methods derived from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solutions Therapy, and Psychodynamics. I start the therapy process by listening to you and hearing your story, and then I give you concrete tools to help you understand yourself and free yourself from negative patterns.
Lifestyle Coaching
The best medication regimen in the world won’t help if your sleep, nutrition, or exercise habits aren’t serving your mental health. It’s hard to change habits, though, and I can help you take tiny steps forward that will create massive positive results.
Therapeutic Diet
What we eat can have a huge impact on how we feel, and some of us have food sensitivities that we may not be aware of that subtly affect our mood. If needed, I can guide you through therapeutic diets such as the Elimination Diet to guide you toward dietary changes to optimize your health.
Herbal and Plant Based Medication
Prescription medications aren’t the only molecules that impact brain pathways involved with mood regulation, and I can work with you to use nutritional supplementation and plant-based medicines to feel better.
Areas of Focus
I am able to treat conditions not mentioned below, but these are the primary areas of specialty in my practice.
Domestic Violence Recovery
I can help you cope, learn new patterns of behavior, and learn to live as a thriver instead of a survivor.
Dysautonomia
If you struggle with POTS, EDS, MCAS, or all three, I can help you find relief from the burden of feeling unwell and unheard.
Anxiety
I can help you worry less, reduce panic attacks and obsessive behaviors, and function better at your job and in your relationships.
Women’s Issues
Whether you’re struggling with PMDD, perimenopause, or menopause, I can help you feel like yourself again.
ADHD/AuADHD
I can help you cope with the unique challenges and strengths that come with ADHD and AuADHD in order to live the life you desire.
Depression & Mood Disorders
I can help stabilize your mood, feel happier, and live a more fulfilling life free from the cloud of depression or bipolar spectrum illness.
Adult Autism Evaluations
It can be validating and empowering to put a diagnosis to the feeling of being a little different. If you’re wondering if you have autism, I’m here to help.
Trauma & PTSD
I can help you process emotional trauma, face your fears, and increase your ability to experience joy and other positive emotions.
Corporate Psychology
Embrace your inner leader, cope with workplace demands and stress, and build meaningful working relationships.
Embrace Healing
I am a good fit for you if:
- You want genuine partnership in your treatment journey
- You desire more holistic care than traditional psychiatry can provide
- You value whole-person care
- You are committed to personal growth and healing with expert guidance
I may not be a good fit for you if:
- You seek prescriptions for daily benzodiazepines
- You expect disability or FMLA paperwork upon your first visit
- You believe medication alone can resolve your issues
- You are currently engaging in heavy substance use and are not prepared to address it
Phone: (757) 703-0856
Fax: (757) 703-0856
Email: [email protected]
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