The Truth About “High-Functioning Depression”
You wake up, get dressed, and show up to work, dinner, or a birthday party. People might say you’re doing great. Inside, though, it feels like you’re holding it together with dental floss. That’s the reality for many people living with what’s often called “high-functioning depression.” It’s not a clinical diagnosis, but it’s a phrase […]
Holistic Psychiatry: Combining Traditional and Innovative Approaches
Starting treatment usually comes with optimism. The first prescription might lift the fog. A round of therapy sessions may bring clarity. But then, for many, progress slows. Symptoms creep back in, and hope turns to frustration. If you have searched for depression treatment or ADHD treatment, chances are you know the cycle. Standard care that […]
Mental Health in Sacramento: Why More People Are Seeking Holistic Alternatives
Sacramento is changing. More people are rethinking how they approach mental health, and for good reason. Long waitlists, rushed sessions, and one-size-fits-all prescriptions just don’t cut it for many anymore. In their place, something different is taking root: care that feels more human, more complete, and more in sync with the whole person. If you’ve […]
Ketamine: A Fast-Acting Breakthrough for Severe Depression
If you have ever struggled with depression or know someone who has, you probably understand how frustrating it can be to wait for treatment to work. Antidepressants are supposed to help. However, they take time, sometimes weeks or even months. And even when they work, it is not always for everyone. Many people try multiple […]
Are My Gut Microbes and Anxiety Connected?
A New Discovery Changes What We Know About Gut Microbes and Anxiety Anxiety affects millions of people. It causes worry, stress, and even physical symptoms like nausea and a racing heart. For years, doctors and scientists have focused on the brain when treating anxiety, but new research suggests the gut may play a major role. […]
The FDA Approves First Ketamine-Based Depression Treatment
January 21, 2025, marked a groundbreaking moment in mental health care. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced its approval of SPRAVATO®, a nasal spray derived from ketamine, as the first and only standalone treatment for adults with treatment-resistant depression (TRD). This decision is a monumental shift in the world of mental health treatment, […]