What is Integrative Psychiatry
Integrative psychiatry is an approach to mental health care that combines traditional psychiatric medicine with evidence-based holistic practices. In simple terms, it means we use medication when it’s helpful, therapy when it’s needed, and mind-body strategies to support your nervous system and overall well-being.
It is not either/or. It is both/and.
So what does that actually mean?
Traditional psychiatry often focuses primarily on diagnosing symptoms and prescribing medication. Medication can be incredibly helpful and sometimes life-saving. We prescribe thoughtfully and carefully when it’s appropriate.
At the same time, we ask bigger questions:
How is your sleep?
What is happening in your nervous system?
How are stress, trauma, hormones, nutrition, and relationships impacting your mood?
What patterns keep showing up?
Integrative psychiatry looks at the whole person. Your brain, body, environment and lived experience all matter. We are not just treating a checklist of symptoms.
What this looks like in practice
Integrative psychiatry often includes:
Thoughtful medication management when needed
Trauma-informed therapy
Nervous system regulation tools
Mind-body practices
Attention to lifestyle, stress and physical health
We do not rush to medicate. We also do not avoid medication when it could genuinely help.
We take time. We explain things clearly. We work collaboratively so you understand your options and feel involved in your care.
Why this approach matters
Mental health is complex. Depression, anxiety, trauma and burnout rarely come from one single cause. They also rarely resolve through one single solution.
When we support the brain and the body, and when we address both symptoms and root causes, change tends to feel more sustainable.
Integrative psychiatry is grounded in science and guided by clinical experience. Most importantly, it is centered on relationship. Healing happens when you feel seen, understood and supported, not just treated.
If you’re curious whether integrative psychiatry might be right for you, we are here to start that conversation.