NATURAL MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT
Comprehensive Natural Mental Health Support
Dealing with anxiety, depression, or sleep problems can feel overwhelming and isolating. When you’re struggling with your mental health, you want doctors on your side who understand that these aren’t just “in your head” but are real health conditions that affect your whole body and life.
At Paracelsus Natural Family Health Center, we provide comprehensive holistic support for people dealing with anxiety, depression, insomnia, and other mental health challenges. Our approach looks at the whole person – your physical health, nutrition, hormones, and lifestyle – to understand what might be contributing to your mental health symptoms.
You do not have to just manage mental health symptoms with medications alone. At Paracelsus, we work with you to identify and address the root causes that may be affecting your mood, anxiety levels, and sleep quality.
Dr. Simon Barker and Dr. Daniel Brousseau understand that mental health is closely connected to physical health. They use natural approaches that support both your mental well-being and overall health, often helping people feel better than they have in years.
Our Natural Therapies for Mental Health
At Paracelsus, we use research-based natural therapies to:
- Identify and address nutritional deficiencies that affect brain function
- Balance hormones that influence mood and sleep
- Support healthy brain chemistry with natural compounds
- Reduce inflammation that can contribute to depression and anxiety
- Optimize gut health, which directly affects mental well-being
- Address stress and its physical effects on your body
- Improve sleep quality naturally
- Support your body’s natural ability to cope with life’s challenges
Assessment and Treatment Options
Our comprehensive hormone health support may include:
- Advanced testing to identify nutritional deficiencies affecting brain function
- Hormone testing to understand how your endocrine system affects your mood
- Assessment of gut health and its connection to mental well-being
- Food sensitivity testing to identify dietary triggers
- Natural supplements that support healthy brain chemistry
- Herbal medicines with calming and mood-supporting properties
- Dietary recommendations to stabilize mood and energy
- Stress management techniques and lifestyle modifications
- Sleep hygiene education and natural sleep support
- Coordination with mental health professionals when appropriate
Common Mental Health Conditions We Support
We provide natural support for various mental health challenges:
Anxiety: Generalized anxiety, panic attacks, social anxiety, and worry
Depression: Mild to moderate depression, seasonal depression, and mood swings
Insomnia: Trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up too early
Stress-Related Issues: Chronic stress, burnout, and stress-related physical symptoms
Mood Swings: Related to hormones, blood sugar, or other physical factors
Brain Fog: Difficulty concentrating, memory problems, and mental fatigue
Many people come to us after trying conventional treatments that only provided partial relief or caused unwanted side effects. Our approach often helps people who haven’t found complete relief through medication alone.
How We Support Mental Health Challenges
During Initial Treatment
- Comprehensive evaluation to understand all factors affecting your mental health
- Testing to identify physical causes that might be contributing to symptoms
- Immediate natural interventions to provide relief while addressing root causes
- Nutritional support to optimize brain function
- Stress reduction techniques to calm your nervous system
- Sleep optimization to improve mood and energy
Long-Term Mental Wellness
- Ongoing support to maintain stable mood and good mental health
- Prevention strategies to reduce the likelihood of future episodes
- Sustainable lifestyle practices that support mental well-being
- Regular monitoring and adjustments to maintain optimal brain health
- Building resilience to help you cope with life’s challenges
- Supporting overall health to maintain mental wellness
Conventional Medication or Referrals
While we always prefer to use natural therapies and other non-pharmaceutical interventions, we can provide conventional medication or referrals to specialists when appropriate.
Appointments & Payment Information
Visit Costs
- Initial Consultation: $390 for a one-hour comprehensive visit
- Follow-Up Visits: $195 for a half-hour appointment
- Longer follow-up appointments can be arranged at hourly rates
- You will never be charged extra without prior discussion
Additional Costs
- Lab tests may be covered by your insurance or available at negotiated rates ($50-$250)
- Supplements typically cost $10-$40 for a month’s supply
Appointment Policies
- A credit card is required to reserve your appointment time
- 48-hour cancellation notice is required
- Full cost of visit for no shows, half the cost of the visit for late cancellations
- Supplements typically cost $10-$40 for a month’s supply
Payment Options
- Payment is expected at the time of service
- We accept cash, personal checks, debit cards, Visa, MasterCard, and Discover
- Payment plans are available for ongoing treatment
- Virtual appointments are available
Insurance
- We do not directly bill insurance companies
- If you have a PPO, your visits may be eligible for reimbursement at out-of-network provider rates
- We provide detailed medical receipts for you to submit to your insurance company
- Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) may be used for visits and supplements
- We recommend checking with your insurance company regarding coverage details
Frequently Asked Questions
Is natural mental health treatment safe alongside my current medications?
Yes, when properly managed by trained naturopathic doctors. Our approach is designed to work with your current treatments, not replace them. We carefully review all your medications and design a treatment plan that works safely alongside them. Never stop psychiatric medications without guidance from your prescribing doctor.
Will natural treatments interfere with my antidepressants or anti-anxiety medications?
We specifically design your treatment plan to work safely with your current medications. Some natural therapies can actually support your healing while potentially reducing side effects from medications, but we can coordinate everything carefully with your prescribing physician.
Does insurance cover naturopathic mental health care?
Some insurance plans cover our services as out-of-network providers. We can provide detailed medical receipts for you to submit for reimbursement. Many people also use HSA or FSA accounts to cover naturopathic mental health care.
How long does it take to see improvements with natural mental health treatment?
Many people notice some improvements in energy, sleep, or mood within 2-4 weeks of starting treatment. More significant improvements typically develop over 2-6 months as nutritional deficiencies are corrected and underlying imbalances are addressed.
What should I bring to my first appointment?
Please bring a list of all medications and supplements you’re currently taking, any recent lab work, and be prepared to discuss your symptoms, mental health history, and current stressors. Also helpful is information about your sleep patterns, diet, and energy levels.
Do you work with psychiatrists and therapists?
Yes! We believe the best outcomes often come from a team approach. We’re happy to coordinate with your psychiatrist, therapist, or other mental health professionals to provide you with comprehensive support.