Naturopathic Allopathic Medicine for Mental Health Treatment

The Role of Naturopathic Medicine in Managing Mental Health Disorders

Sabino Recovery incorporates both naturopathic medicine and allopathic, or Western medicine, in its approach to mental health disorders. We employ nutraceuticals to support healing and well-being without solely relying on pharmaceutical drugs. Simultaneously, we also collaborate with allopathic providers of psychiatric and psychological services. These two medicinal paradigms coalesce harmoniously, ensuring residents receive a comprehensive spectrum of medical care.

Naturopathic medicine offers a diverse range of benefits to those grappling with mental health disorders. Recognizing that each individual’s mental health journey is unique, naturopathic treatments are tailored to their specific needs. For instance, someone might predominantly face challenges such as anxiety, depression, or sleep disturbances. Others might experience a combination of these. The naturopathic practitioner’s arsenal includes specialized testing, herbal interventions, amino acid supplementation, vitamin support, and homeopathic solutions.

To illustrate:

A person experiencing anxiety might find relief through certain nutraceuticals that stabilize mood. For example, neurotransmitters play a pivotal role in regulating emotions. If an individual has a deficiency or imbalance, it could lead to heightened anxiety. Nutraceuticals like Valerian, Kava Kava, and the amino acid GABA can potentially aid in balancing these neurotransmitter levels, fostering emotional equilibrium.

Western and Naturopathic Approaches to Mental Health Treatment

Mental health disorders, much like trauma and addiction, exert significant strain on both the body and mind. Achieving a balanced state of mental well-being necessitates a blend of diagnostic testing, nutritional enhancement, and continuous management of underlying conditions.

At Sabino Recovery, we seamlessly blend naturopathic medicine with conventional allopathic, or Western medical practices, creating an integrated pathway for individuals to regain health and equilibrium. Recognizing the profound interconnection between the body and mind, our comprehensive approach—The Sabino Way—incorporates naturopathic interventions, balanced nutrition, physical activity, and rejuvenating leisure pursuits. This strategy is devised not merely to alleviate present symptoms but to holistically elevate the overall state of physical and mental functioning.

For instance, an individual undergoing stress may experience associated physical implications, such as weakened liver functionality. The extent of their mental stress could mirror the level of physical strain on the liver. It’s not uncommon to find heightened liver enzymes indicating cellular damage. In extreme cases, it could escalate to conditions like cirrhosis. Employing herbs like Milk Thistle, Burdock, and Dandelion Root can boost liver performance and aid in its repair. Additionally, nutraceuticals like choline and N-Acetyl cysteine play pivotal roles.

Similarly, those grappling with depressive states might feel emotionally numbed or disconnected. Mood elevation might involve the use of 5 Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP), an amino acid precursor to the neurotransmitter Serotonin. On another front, the neurotransmitter Dopamine, essential for the brain’s reward mechanisms, might be augmented with DL-Phenylalanine. Encouraging the natural production of these neurotransmitters can also be achieved through regular exercise and engaging in uplifting activities.