Head Well
Integrative Psychiatry & Wellness
Integrative Psychiatry
Integrative Psychiatry services offered in Eugene and Portland, OR
Conventional mental health care often falls short of providing treatment that genuinely addresses a person’s unique needs and circumstances. April Dvorak, PMHNP-BC, and her dedicated team at Head Well stand out by offering integrative psychiatry, a holistic model that combines traditional and alternative techniques to address mental health in the broader context of your overall well-being. Call the office in Eugene or Portland, Oregon, today or schedule a telehealth visit online to learn more. The practice also offers in-person visits in Eugene and Portland.
Integrative Psychiatry Q&A
What is integrative psychiatry?
Integrative psychiatry, a comprehensive approach to mental health care, seamlessly blends traditional psychiatric methods with alternative techniques. It recognizes the importance of a holistic and well-rounded approach.
While conventional psychiatry primarily incorporates medication and therapy, integrative methods go further to include lifestyle, nutrition, and complementary therapies.
Who is a candidate for integrative psychiatry?
Anybody struggling with mental health concerns will benefit from integrative psychiatry, especially if they’re:
- Interested in a holistic approach to care
- Unsatisfied with strictly conventional methods
- Hoping to address mental health within the context of their overall health
- Seeking personalized mental health treatment
- Experiencing limited benefits from standard psychiatric practices
- Looking to be involved in their treatment
- Suffering from conditions affected by stress or trauma
After an initial consultation, April and the Head Well team work with you to develop an integrative plan that addresses your needs.
What does integrative psychiatry include?
Integrative psychiatry includes a wide range of treatments, therapeutic techniques, and strategies, like:
Comprehensive psychiatric evaluation
This deep dive into your mental health helps April and her team at Head Well understand your unique situation, history, and current struggles so they can create the best plan for you.
Medication management
More than prescribing medication, this practice ensures that your treatment plan works effectively and delivers the best possible outcomes. We incorportate traditional psychaitric pharamceuticals and complementary regimens of nutraceuticals (vitamins, supplements, botanical, etc). April and her team closely monitor how your medications affect your emotions, thoughts, and behaviors so that your tailored treatment plan allows you to live your life to the fullest.
Nutritional and lifestyle counseling
Diet and daily habits play a crucial role in mental health. They affect your energy levels, mood, and cognitive function. April and the team guide you in making healthy choices that support your well-being.
Stress management techniques
Teaching you practical techniques to respond to stress helps you feel more balanced and in control of your emotional well-being.
Sleep hygiene
Proper sleep helps regulate mood, improves cognitive function (thinking ability), and enhances well-being. April and her team work with you to develop healthy sleep habits to help you feel refreshed and balanced each day.
Trauma-focused care
Specializing in trauma-focused care means April and her team are dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment for your healing journey.
Call Head Well today or schedule an appointment online to learn more.