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Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  -
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  -
Types of clients served:
I primarily work with troubled children or teens; however, all people can be addressed and helped through nutrition, herbs, homeopathy, etc., to a greater or lesser degree.


Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Troubled children or teens (includes those classified as "ADD," "ADHD," or "hyperactive.")
Depressed patients
Psychotic patients (including those classifed as "schizophrenic" or "bipolar.")
Clients classifed as "autistic."
Mentally retarded.
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease.


I cannot provide a diagnosis since I am not a physician. However, the program for ADD would be different than for depression or anxiety. The dietary supplements woudl be different too. A diagnosis sometimes discribes behavior and is sometiems a disease process.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  -
I cannot do either. I am not a physician.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  -
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens (includes those classified as "ADD," "ADHD," or "hyperactive.")
Depressed patients
Clients classifed as "autistic."
Mentally retarded.
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease.
Anxiety disorders.


Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  -
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  -
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients, anxiety, grieving, etc.


Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Depressed Patients
Anxiety and panic disorders
Chronic fatigue
Stress Management for Executives
Trauma and abuse issues


Type of Treatments:  Full exams, full lab testing,
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  -
Only when necessary for least amount of time. Will work with clients seeking non-drug approaches.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  -
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Chronic Fatigue
Most medical conditions


Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  -
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  -
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Chronic fatigue
Parasites
Digestive disorders
Environmental Distress Nutritional Disorders
Blood sugar disorders
Weight Loss


Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  -
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  -


Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  -
Recommend to patients only for few months to control their thought processes.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Types of clients served:
Depressed Patients
ADD and ADHD in adults and children


Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Depressed Patients
Stress Related Physical symptoms
Body Mind Symptoms
Couples Emotional Work
EMDR
Trauma Resolution
Anxiety


Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Depression
Stress related physical symptoms
Body mind symptoms
Couples emotional work


Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  -
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  -


Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  -
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  -
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
In treating the patients, I also focus on other medical complaints that they may be having and aim to help them heal on mental, emotional and physical levels.


Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  -
The drugs are tapered. If it is necessary for us to fill a prescriptsion so that there is enough medication to taper with we can.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  -
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients
We server clients who wish to get off of anti-depressant, anxiety or psychotropic medication. Street drugs and opiates.


Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  -
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  -


Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  -
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  -


Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  -
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  -


Lisa Varadi B.Sc. ND
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  -
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  -


Lisa Varadi, B.Sc.ND
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  -
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  -


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Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  -
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  -


Nancy Doctor
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  -
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  -


Shahdat Hossain
Shahdat Hossain
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  -
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  -


Susan Doctor
Naturopathic Place
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  -
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  -


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NY

Robert J. Hedaya, MD, DFAPA
National and New York Centers for Whole Psychiatry
315 Madison Avenue #507
New York, NY 10017
Website:  www.wholepsych.com
Type of Practitioner:  Clinical Professor of Psychiatry, Georgetown University School of Medicine Psychiatry, Psychopharmacology, Endrocrino
Type of Treatments:  Orthomolecular, Nutrition, Gastrointestinal, Hormones, Detoxification I look at the physiology of systems affecting the brain
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
I prefer to avoid or use least dose necessary.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Dosages can frequently be reduced, discontinuation is possible in certain circumstances.
Other Notes:  Author: Depression, Advancing the Treatment Paradigm; The Antidepressant Survival Progra; Understanding Biological Psychiatry
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


(505) 275-9809

NM

Lisa Jackson
MA, NCC, LMHC, C-EP, CWK
Wholistic Counseling & Therapy Services
9809 Candelaria Rd NE, Bld 3
Albuquerque, NM 87111 (505) 275-9809
Phone:  (505) 275-9809
Email:  lisa@lightguided.com
Website:  www.healinghearttherapies.com
Type of Practitioner:  Wholistic Kinesiologist Spiritual Counselor, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Certified Energy Pratitioner
Type of Treatments:  Nutraceutical based treatment for anxisty and depression. Kinesiology, energy cleaning and balancing, shock release therapy (bodywork) and meridian balancing.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
In collaboration with clients current medical provider.
Other Notes:  Through kinesiology, we can pinpoint the underlying imbalance of anxiety/depression.
Types of clients served:
All Mental Health Conditions
Troubled Children
Depressed patients


(917) 334-2125

NY

Jen Hoy
Body Spirit Nutrition
26 West 9th Street, Suite 10A
New York, NY 10011 (917) 334-2125
Email:  bodyspiritnutrition@gmail.com
Website:  www.bodyspiritnutrition.com
Type of Practitioner:  Nutritionist
Type of Treatments:  Nutritional assessment and counseling asian diagnosis and counseling energy medicine.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  YN
With doctor supervision
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Preventive care
Women's Health
Hormonal issues


Australia

Dietitians Association of Australia
Type of Practitioner:  They have a listing of their dietitions at http://www.daa.asn.au/public/smart_eating/find_a_dietitian/index.asp
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  -
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  -
Types of clients served:
To find those that specialize in mental health, click on "Area of Interest" and click on "Mental Health" on the list of options.


Blake Graham,BSc (Nutrition)
Nutritional Healing
Wembley
Perth, 6014 Australia
Phone:  (08) 9381 4112
Email:  blake@nutritional-healing.com.au
Website:  www.nutritional-healing.com.au
Type of Practitioner:  Clinical Nutritionist
Type of Treatments:  I use a combination of individualised nutritional supplements, dietary recommendations, environmental therapies, lifestyle changes, etc.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Recommended treatments may reduce the need of some medications which clients must manage in conjunction with their prescribing doctor.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Chronic fatigue syndrome


NSW

Michael Sichel, D.O., N.D.
GET WELL - Naturally
P. O. Box 5054
Chittaway Bay, NSW 2261 Australia
Phone:  (61) 2 43 622 458
Fax:  (61) 2 43 62 81
Email:  adhd-specialist@hotkey.net.au
Type of Practitioner:  Registered Osteopath (D.O.) Accredited Naturopath (N.D.)
Type of Treatments:  Functional medicine, eg. restoring brain function by pathology for nutrient deficiencies and then repair .
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
To keep the clinet "on hold" while the natural treatment becomes effective. Usually a short time.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
We follow the suggested weaning protocols, but often find the timeframe can be reduced.
Other Notes:  I particularly specialize in children with ASD problmes. But also adults.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
ADD
ADHD
PDD
NOS
OCD
ODD


Chloe Tortorella
Gum Tree Therapeutix
3 James Street
Hill Top, NSW 2575 Australia
Phone:  0061248899425
Fax:  0061248899425
Email:  info@gumtreetherapeutix.com.au
Website:  www.qumtreetherapeutix.com.au
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopath (ND) Nutritionist (BSc Nutrition & Psychology) Currently completing Post Grad Diploma (Nutrition-Mental Hea
Type of Treatments:  Questionaire, Metabolic Functioning and gut pathology tests. High Potency Vitamins, Minerals & Herbs, Energy Medicine (dependent on type of condition, results of tests and anticipated neurotransmitter profile)
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Will work with health professional who prescribed the drugs and discuss clients desire to get off the drugs.
Other Notes:  A lot can be done to regulate neurotransmittion pathways with nutrition, avoidence of allergens and optimizing gut function.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
All autism spectrum depressed clients
Alzheimers
ADHD
Only Biopolar clients and schizophrenic clients who are under a physician and are looking to reduce medications in consultation with their doctor.


Arthur M. Echano, M.D., N.D.
MACNEM, MATMS, D. HOM.I.
3 Allawah Court
Erskine Park, NSW 2759 Australia
Phone:  61 2 9834 4154
Fax:  61 2 9834 4154
Email:  art@foodheals.net
Website:  www.foodheals.net
Type of Practitioner:  M.D., N.D., Nutritional Medicine Specialist
Type of Treatments:  Devises specific nutritional programs in managing acute and chronic diseases.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
After putting patients on specific nutritional programs, I monitor the improvement in mental health and suggest tapering off drug intake.
Other Notes:  Proper education in the major role of proper nutrition in dealing with health problem concerns including mental problems is a significant part of my practice.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
The majority are those with chronic degenerative diseases (cancer, allergies, diabetes, arthritis, weight control, infections, anti-aging, etc.


QLD

Guy R. Williams
Dynamic Career Consulting
P.O. Box 5637 West End 4101
Brisbane, QLD 4101 Australia
Phone:  61 7 3394 3431
Fax:  61 7 3394 3431
Email:  dynamic@dynamiccareers.com.au
Website:  www.dynamiccareers.com.au
Type of Practitioner:  Careers Consultant, BSocSc(Psych) (AACC) Fitness instructor, Masseur Dip Remedial and Sweedish Massage, Nutritionists.
Type of Treatments:  Combination of fulfilling work, exercise and nutrition are essential for optimum mental health. Recommend meditation, massage and acupunture.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Working with a medical doctor who can supervise a steady reduction, and ensure that adequate supports are in place.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens


Victoria

Grant Bentley
3A/574 Whitehorse Road
Mitcham, Victoria 3132 Australia
Phone:  61 3 9873 0567
Fax:  61 3 9787 5145
Email:  admin@vcch.org
Website:  www.vcch.org
Type of Practitioner:  Classical Homeopath
Type of Treatments:  Homeopathic
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Recommended treatment may reduce the need but this must be managed with the prescribing doctor.
Other Notes:  Treatment is chosen based on identifying genetic inheritance via facial analysis
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Homeopathy treats the whole person - mentally and physically no matter what the label of their disease.


Australasian College of Nutritional & Environmental Medicine
13 Hilton Street
Beaumaris, Victoria 3193 Australia
Phone:  +61 3 9589 6088
Fax:  +61 3 9589 5158
Email:  acnem@mail.austasia.net
Website:  www.acnem.org
Type of Practitioner:  Orthomolecular doctors
Type of Treatments:  Nutritional medicine, non-profit medical college, dedicated to teaching nutritional and environmental medicine.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  -
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Operate a free referral service for Australia and New Zealand for doctors who use nutritional medicine to treat psychiatric and mental disorders. See http://www.acnem.org/opening_material/opening_page_with_contents.htm


Austria

Thomas Kroiss, M.D.
Ordination Dr. Kroiss
Gablenzgasse 7
Vienna, A-1150 Austria
Phone:  +43-1-9825767
Fax:  +43-1-9826992
Email:  Dr-Kroiss@Dr-Kroiss.at
Website:  www.Dr-Kroiss.at
Type of Practitioner:  Nature Medicine, Physical medicine, M.D.
Type of Treatments:  Basisregeneration (see homepage)
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
If the client wish so and if it goes easy.
Types of clients served:
Depressive Patients
Alzheimer's Disease
All kinds of illness


Belgium

Patricia Schotte
Stationsplein 7
Waarschoot, 9950 Belgium
Email:  patricia38s@hotmail.com
Type of Practitioner:  Fysical therapist, bodyworker
Type of Treatments:  Energetic bodywork, All around nutritious advice
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Altrnatives: bach-flower remedies, herbs, allaround advie such as lots of contact with Mother nature to repair energetic fields. Tips for c
Other Notes:  The key is to accelerate or renew the proper self healing process of the individual.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
All learning disabilities
ADHA


Canada

BC

Tamara Pearl
2672 W. Broadway
267 W. Esplanade
Vancouver, BC Canada
Phone:  (604) 947-0860
Email:  tphomeopath@telus.net
Type of Practitioner:  Homeopath, Therapist
Type of Treatments:  Homeopathy, Amino Acid testing and supplements and EMDR (for trauma)
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Once it is clear that the homeopathic remedy is working you can dicuss going off drugs with your Doctor.
Types of clients served:
Anxiety
Depression
Troubled children or teens


Trevor Salloum
Naturopathic Clinic
557 Bernard Avenue
Kelowna, BC V1Y6N9 Canada
Phone:  (250) 763-5445
Email:  tsalloum@silk.net
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopathic Physician
Type of Treatments:  Homeopathic Medicine, Botanical Medicine, Nutrition
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
I leave that to the patient or their doctor who prescribed the drugs.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
General practice


Sunil Chand
Dr. Rod Leblanc, DTCM
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
20560 - 56 Avenue #103
Langley, BC V3A 3Y8 Canada
Phone:  (604) 534-2155
Fax:  (604) 534-2209
Email:  info@angelhyperbarics.com
Website:  www.angelhyperbarics.com
Type of Practitioner:  Hyperbaric Technician/Traditional Chinese Medicine, Electro-dermal screening for heavy metals and allergies.
Type of Treatments:  Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, Traditional Chinese Medicine, FAR Infared Sauna, Acupuncture
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
Only to describe behavior
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Other Notes:  We do provide therapy using Rife generators and other beneficial frequency generators which we have not listed. We have seen many beneficial results, however we make no medical claim for using these devices.
Testimonials Page:  Sunil Chand
Types of clients served:
All Mental Health Conditions
Clients with traumatic brain injury and general neurological conditions, like MS, stroke, CP, ALS, Parkinsons, ADHD, ADD, chronic migraine headaches.


Agniezka Matusik, ND
Mountainview Wellness Centre
3566 King George Highway
South Surrey?White Rock, BC V4P 1B5 Canada
Phone:  (604) 358-8837
Email:  drmatusik@gmail.com
Website:  www.drmatusk.com
Type of Practitioner:  Naturaopathic physician
Type of Treatments:  Clinical nutrition, dietary therapy, homeopathy, acupuncture, lifestyle counseling, intravenous vitamin therapy, chelation detoxification
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  Patient centred approach, investigationinto into the root cause including family and personal history, specialized laboratory testing where appropriate.
Types of clients served:
All mental heatlh conditions
Anxiety
Depression
Stress
Attention Deficit
Autism
Altered mood
Alzheimer's disease


Caleb Ng, Bsc., ND
Mountainview Wellness Centre
3566 King George Hwy
South Surrey, BC V4P1B5 Canada
Phone:  (604) 538-8837
Fax:  (604) 538-8031
Email:  doctors@shaw.ca
Website:  www.mountainviewwellnesscentre.com
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopathic Physician
Type of Treatments:  Food Allergy Testing, Candida Testing, Heavy Metal Testing, Chelation Therapy, Lab Testing, Nutritional Therapy
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Craig Wagstaff, ND
Holistic Resource Center
11270 Highway 97
Winfield, BC V4V1H8 Canada
Phone:  (250) 766-3633
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopath
Type of Treatments:  Testing for allergic response to one's own neurochemicals, heavy metal testing, nutrient therapy, treatment for amino acid deficiency, food allergy testing, biofeedback therapy, orthomolecular treatment
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
Only for billing purposes
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Whenever possible
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Troubled children or teens (Includes those classified as "ADD", "ADHD, or hyperactive.")
Depressed Patients
Psychotic Patients (Includes those classified as "schizophrenic" or "bipolar.")
Clients classified as "autistic".
Mentally retarded
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease
Patients with Down's syndrome


Walter Lemmo, N.D.
330-2025 West 42nd Avenue
Vancouver, BC V6M 2B5 Canada
Phone:  (604) 788-8858
Fax:  (604) 263-6381
Email:  info@lemmo.com
Website:  www.lemmo.com
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopathic Physician
Type of Treatments:  Orthomolecular Medicine
Allergy Testing & Densensitization
Neural Therapy
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
To describe behavior for determining the potential biochemical imbalances.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  Use of specific intravenous nutritional medicines to help control both acute and chronic psychosis.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Neurological (ie. Parkinson's, MS, Epilepsy)


Ricardo Serrano
Acupuncture
#601 110 West 4th Street
North Vancouver, BC V7M 3H3 Canada
Phone:  (604) 987-1797
Fax:  (604) 987-1797
Email:  serrano@holisticwebs.com
Website:  http://www.acutcmdetox.com
Type of Practitioner:  Chines medicine and acupuncture
Type of Treatments:  Acupuncture, herbs and nutrition
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Acupuncture drug detoxification
Other Notes:  Testimonials on line at: http://www.acutcmdetox.com
I am an acupuncture detox specialist.
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients
Drug addicts and clients with chronic immune dysfunction syndromes.


Sandra Lee
SSI Health Collective
186 Arnell Way
Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 2E8 Canada
Phone:  (250) 537-8410
Fax:  (250) 537-8406
Email:  slblee@ssisland.com
Type of Practitioner:  Registered Clinical Counselor, Registered Nutritional Medicine Practitioner
Type of Treatments:  Nutritional and herbal alternatives; screening checklists. Lab testing services for deficiencies and imbalances available
Depression is state of being. It is a useful word for describing the state of being, not a label for the person.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Each person must make their own decisions. My role is to act as interpreter and supporter of whatever goal he/she choses.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Each person must make their own decisions. My role is to act as interpreter and supporter of whatever goal he/she choses.
Other Notes:  I am constantly awed by the resiliency of the human body/mind/spirit.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Person's recently diagnosed with life-threatening illness.
People suffering from chronic illness.
Issues of aging
Women's issues.


E. Pamela Hutchison. N.D.
1517 Amelia Street
Victoria, BC V8W 2J9 Canada
Phone:  (250) 475-1522
Email:  pamuel@coastnet.com
Website:  www.doctorpam.ca
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopathic physician
Type of Treatments:  Homeopathy, Herbal medicine, Dietary adjustments, Nutritional Supplementation, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Hydrotheraphy
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
Only to describe behavior. I treat the individual not the label.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
I work with their psychiatrist using an extremely slow, client controlled method, alogn with naturopathic support.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


E. Pamela Hutchison, ND
Acacia Integrative Health Clinic
1517 Amelia Street
Victoria, BC V8W 2J9 Canada
Phone:  (250) 475-1522
Fax:  (250) 475-1522
Email:  pam@acaciahealth.ca
Website:  www.acaciahealth.ca
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopathic Physician
Type of Treatments:  Orthomolecular nutrition, herbal medicine, acupuncture, homeopathy, allergy testing, amino acids, mind/body medicine
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Develop taperin schedules based on the specific drug's metabolism and patient's response to withdrawal.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Anxiety Disorders
OCD
ADD/ADHD
Learning Disorders


Christopher Scipio
Natropractica
Box 29038
1950 W. Broadway
Vancouver, BC v6j5c2 Canada
Phone:  (604 682-3269 Ext 7002
Email:  natropractica@aol.com
Website:  http://www.natropractica.com
Type of Practitioner:  Homeopath/Herbalist
Type of Treatments:  Homeopathy, Herbal Therapy
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Several homeopathic protocols help people ween themselves off drugs, tautopathic or iatrogenic prescribing-I specialize in both
Other Notes:  There are no dangerous side effects to homeopathic medicines. They can even work with psychiatric drugs if the client wishes to stay on them.
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients
Panic disorder
Anxiety
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Chronic Depression
Bipolar Disorder
Borderline Personality Disorder


MV

Allan Hawkins
Minnedosa Chiropractic Center
Box 807
116 B Main Street S
Minnedosa, MV ROJ 1EO Canada
Phone:  (204) 867-5290
Fax:  (204) 867-5290
Email:  hawk6@cybersmith.mb.ca
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractic
Type of Treatments:  Chiropractic adjustments with nutritional advice
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Types of clients served:
All mental health problems


ON

Rudolf Enns, D.C.
Proactive Chiropractic
6-25 Thickson Road, N.
Whitby, ON L1N 8W8 Canada
Phone:  (905) 579-9180
Fax:  (905) 579-9260
Email:  proactivechiro@rogers.com
Website:  www.proactiveforlife
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractor
Type of Treatments:  Neuroemotional Technique (N.E.T.)
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  YN
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Bipolar A.D.D. A.D.D.H., Turret's Disease


Lisa Varadi, B.Sc.ND
Naturopathic Mood & Behavioral Clinic
4511 Chesswood Drive
2
Toronto, ON M3J2V6 Canada
Phone:  (416) 636-2400
Email:  nmbc@multicare.ca
Website:  www.multicare.ca
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopath
Type of Treatments:  Nutritional Therapy
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Troubled Children or Teens
Depressed patients
Alzheimer's disease
Stress
Anxiety
ADHD
Bipolar


Jen Green, N.D.
93 Harbord Street
Toronto, ON M5S1G6 Canada
Phone:  (416) 923-4860
Fax:  (416) 923-3270
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopathic Doctor
Type of Treatments:  Homeopathy, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nutrition
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Post traumatic stress disorder/sexual abuse issues


ONT

Michele A. Ball, B.A. M.S.W. EAV cert,
Integrative Approach to Wellness
R.R. #2
Inverary (near Kingston), ONT KOH-1X0 Canada
Phone:  613 353-7245 (Kingston) 647 221-4551
Email:  micheleball@sympatico.ca
Type of Practitioner:  Holistic Health Practitioner
Type of Treatments:  Wide range of natural therapies (vitamins, minerals, herbs, homeopathy, flower essences, etc). My focus is on diet, digestion, absorption, and detoxification combined with psychological support.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
I focus on symptomology and underlying health conditions
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Slowly, carefully, and in a well monitored fashion, with the support of practitioners and family members.
Other Notes:  I have practices in health product stores in Ottawa, Toronto, Kingston and Montreal.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Wide range of health concerns
Optimize health


Raymond J. Pataracchia, B.Sc., N.D.
Naturopathic Medical Research Clinic
441 – 20 Eglinton Avenue East
Toronto, ONT M4P1A9 Canada
Phone:  (416) 944-8824
Fax:  (647) 439-1551
Email:  info@nmrc.ca
Website:  www.nmrc.ca
Type of Practitioner:  Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine, N.D.
Type of Treatments:  Orthomolecular treatment of mental illnesses. An outpatient clinic.
Behavior is an important part of diagnosis but nutritional diagnosis by testing and patient history is essential.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
When patients show signs of consistent improvement (i.e. 40-60% drop in symptoms) we send a status report to the prescribing psychiatrist wi
Other Notes:  The N.M.R.C. approach is based on more than 50 years of research. Also serving patients outside Ontario and Canada by providing independent assessments of nutritional status to cliens and medical professionals.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Schizophrenia
Depression (bipolar, severe)
Anxiety
Autism (PDD)
Behavior Disorders (ADHD, dyslexia, OCD, ODD, "learning disabilities" etc.)
Criminal Behavior (Delinquency, Violence, Non-violence, etc.)


Marija Pevac-Djukic
The Montgomery Medical Building
3271 Bloor St. W. Suite 201
Toronto, ONT M8X 1E2 Canada
Phone:  (416) 231-2225
Fax:  (416) 231-3075
Type of Practitioner:  M.D. (Europe), N.D. (Canada, Ontario
Type of Treatments:  Botanical Medicine, Homeopathic Medicine (Including Biotherapeutic Drainage), Acupuncture, Clinical Nutrition, Naturopathic Dydrotherapy, parenteral Therapy (i.m. & i.v. injections).
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All Mental Health Conditions


Ontario

Galia Atteslander, B.A. N.D.
Registered Bowen Therapist
Body of Knowledge Healing Arts
3315 1/2 Yonge Street
Suite 300
Toronto, Ontario Canada
Phone:  (416) 481-8031
Email:  galia.atteslander@qmail.com
Website:  www.bokhealingarts.com
Type of Practitioner:  Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine,
Type of Treatments:  Naturopathic Modalities, Nutrition, Homeopathy, lifestyle management, vitamin/orthomolecular, food sensitivity, laboratory analysis.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
In Ontario, Naturapathic doctors are not allowed to take a patient off of drugs. Do it with help of medical doctor.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


QC

Sandro Marra, PH.D., NHC., C.C.N.
Natural Medicine Centre of Montreal
440-1 Holiday Avenue, West Tower
Pointe Claire, QC H9R 5N3 Canada
Phone:  (514) 695-2112
Fax:  (515) 695-2626
Email:  naturalmed@bellnet.ca
Website:  naturalmed.meta-ehealth.com
Type of Practitioner:  Ph.D. in Chemistry, Certified Clinical Nutritionist (C.C.N.)
Type of Treatments:  Clinical nutrition, functional medicine, biomedical interventions.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Our interventions are based on a complete study of the body's biochemistry, including the effects of any meds.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Denmark

Susan Matthiesen
Overbyparken 23
Boerkop, 7080 Denmark
Phone:  0045 75869280
Email:  sm@lite.dk
Type of Practitioner:  Reg. Nurse, Phytotheraphist
Type of Treatments:  Procovery, Herbs, Nutrition
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
I have no license to do that
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
I have no license to do that
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


England

Vicky Burley
Victoria Burley
Homeopathy Works
2 Devonshire Place
nr Harley Street
London, England
Phone:  020 8681 6269
Email:  vicky@vburley.com
Website:  www.vburley.com
Type of Practitioner:  Licensed Homeopath BSc
Type of Treatments:  Classical homeopathy
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  YN
Only ever with the full approval and support of their General Practitioner
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
I also treat people with skin conditions, allergies, general lack of well-being, insomnia and other conditions.


Dorothy West, M.D.
Rutt House Clinic
Ivybridge
Devon, PL21 ODQ England
Phone:  01752 892792
Fax:  01752 896547
Email:  100115.63@compuserve.com
Type of Practitioner:  Medical doctor
Type of Treatments:  Homeopathy, nutrition, Allergy work
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens (includes those classified as "ADD," "ADHD," or "hyperactive.")
Depressed patients
General medical conditions of any kind.


Patrick Magovern, M.D.
Integrative Medicine
126 Harley Street
London, W1G7JS England
Phone:  0207 486 1096
Website:  IntegrativeMedOnline.com
Type of Practitioner:  Medical Doctor
Type of Treatments:  Nutritional medicine, Acupucture with a special emphasis on mind-body techniques, Homeopathy, detoxification and testing for heavy metals as appropriate, herbal medicine
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
Drugs are a mere band-aid and occasionally necessary so the patient can continue to function until a deepr more cause-oriented solution is found.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
I see patients on a consultation basis and thus it is critical that the prescribing physician is in agreement.
Other Notes:  There is a lot of information about my general approach available through my website.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Anxiety
Fatique states
Premenstrual disorde
Immune support in cancers
Chemical sensitivity


Essex

Amanda Olley
Amanda Olley Kinesiology
Jolliffes Court
51-57 High Street
Wivenhoe, Essex England
Phone:  01255 831450
Email:  olleyshaldon@aol.com
Type of Practitioner:  Kinesiologist
Type of Treatments:  Muscle testing, Bach flowers, Nutrition, Chakra Balancing, Candida Balancing, Food Sensitivity Testing, Energy Balancing Techniques
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions - wide range, babies, children, teenagers, all age ranges.


LANCS

Karen Ross
Lostock Hall Homeopathic Practice
Fix Trees Avenue
Lostock Hall
Preston, LANCS PR5 5SY England
Phone:  01772 313742
Email:  karen@homeopathyfirst.co.uk
Website:  www.homeopathyfirst.co.uk
Type of Practitioner:  Homeopath
Type of Treatments:  Principally Homeopathic treatment plus Australian Bush Flower Essenses, Bach Flower Essences and Herbal Tinctures
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Gradually and with full consent and support of the GP
Types of clients served:
All mental health problems


London

Patrick Holford and Associates
Brian Bio Centre
Institute for Optimum Nutrition (ION)
Blades Court, Deodar Road,
Putney, London SW15 England
Phone:  020 8877 9993
Website:  www.mentalhealthproject.com
Type of Practitioner:  M.D.s and others
Type of Treatments:  Optimum nutrition approach to mental health problems. Assessment of biochemical imbalances, advice on how to correct these imbalances as a means to restore health.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


SUSSEX

Cathie Bree-Aslan
Swanborough Homeopathics
Apollo Centre for Health
Wartling Road
Eastbourne, SUSSEX BN7 3PQ England
Phone:  01323 434100
Fax:  01323 434123
Email:  info@homeopathinsussex.com
Website:  www.homeopathinsussex.com
Type of Practitioner:  Classical Homeopath, Registered General Nurse
Type of Treatments:  Classical Homeopathy
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  YN
With the cooperation of the Patient's GP/Consultant
Other Notes:  Single remedy treatment is to gently simulate the body & mind to heal itself.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Anxiety, Phobias may also be helped.


Surrey

Jane Bailey
Old Woking Grange Residential Clinic for Integrated Medicine
High Street
Old Woking, Surrey GU22 8LP England
Phone:  044 1483 772269
Fax:  0044 1483 77276
Email:  enquiries@oldwokinggrange.co.uk
Website:  www.oldwokinggrange.co.uk
Type of Practitioner:  Fellow of the Guild of Naturopathic iridology, Dip ION (nutritionist) We employ and MD and other multiskill therapists
Type of Treatments:  Over twenty types of natural therapies (excluding counselling)
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  Programs are devised on an individual basis.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Drug and Alcohol dependency
Food related disorders such as anorexia and bulimia
Food addictions and sugar imbalances
Stress related disorders
Chronic and recurrent illness such as Cancer.


Germany

Eleonore Prochazka
An der Dune 20
25997 Horum
Sylt, Germany
Phone:  0049-4651-886170
Fax:  0049-4651-88628
Website:  www.dr-eleonore.de
Type of Practitioner:  Gives lectures and seminars about toxins in foods, ADHD and Allergies.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  -
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  -
Types of clients served:
Tested children who are diagnosed as psychotic and gave them food without sugar, cow milk products, etc. later the child doesn't have the psychotic symptoms.


Heinz Gerhard Vogelsang, M.D.
Leydelstr 35
Krefeld, D-47802 Germany
Phone:  02151/5673294
Email:  arzt111@t-online.de
Type of Practitioner:  Physician for internal disease and natural treatment including homeopathy. This includes general practice.
Type of Treatments:  Vitamins and other nutritions, homeopathy including potentiated area of the brain, other pharmaceuticals if unavoidable.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
I do not use diagnosis which cannot be proved. Intead I use diagnosis which mark the psychodynamic background eg. "self finding crisis".
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
If the situation cannot be managed otherwise I prescribe and recommend psychiatric drugs.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  I do not recommend or apply shock treatment. I do however keep open for modifications of shock therapy which may indeed help more than destroy.
Types of clients served:
In my practice, I treat patients of all kinds.


Bravaria

Gerald A. Bowman, LCSW, ACSW
Veldener Str. 52
Munich, Bravaria 80687 Germany
Phone:  1-49-89-56017944
Fax:  1-49-89-5601794
Email:  GeraldBowman@compuserve.com
Website:  www.GeraldBowman.com
Type of Practitioner:  Social Worker, MSW, LCSW, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Commonwealth of Virginia #0904000968, Clinical Member AAMFT
Type of Treatments:  Work with primarily English and English speaking couples to provide pre and post-adoptive services, eg. home studies, post placement reports, and visits.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
I refer them to a physician
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Sachsen

Dr.-Ing Jan Gerhard Smit
Institute for Naturopathy and Biokyberne
Institut fur Naturheilkunde und Biokybernetik
Racknitzshr. 16
Dresden, Sachsen 01069 Germany
Phone:  0351 4954602
Fax:  0351 4954602
Email:  biokybernetik@web.de
Website:  http://www.biokybernetik.de.tc/> http://www.biokybernetik.
Type of Practitioner:  Psychiatric disorders always have something to do with physical disorders. With biokybernetik diagnostick and treatmen
Type of Treatments:  Allopathie and Biokybernetik without drugs, Nutritional treatment
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Treast all type of psychitatric disorders, ADHD, and Depression.


India

Gunvant D. Oswal
Pooja S. Upasani
Centre for Life Sciences Health and Medicine
1215 Bhavani Peth, Palkhi Chawk
Pune
Maharashtra, 411042 India
Phone:  0091 98220 38464
Fax:  0091 2026342869
Email:  gunvant@pn2.vsnl.net.in
Website:  www.g-therapy.org
Type of Practitioner:  Clinical Medical Researcher. Treat poor children for free. Our centre is starting a free clinic for terminally ill pat
Type of Treatments:  Homeopathy and Ayurveda
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
When patient starts responding to our treatment, we taper off the psychiatric drug.
Other Notes:  Our G-Therapy improves the motor and mental functions of the brain.
http://www.g-therapy.org/responses.htm
http://healthgroups.yahoo.com/group/g-therapy
Testimonials Page:  Gunvant D. Oswal
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Developmental Disabilities
Chronic Neuropathies
Menopausal syndrome
Geriatric health problems


Chennai

S. Chidambaranathan, B.H.M.S.
Kumaran Hospital (P) Ltd.
869, E.V.R. Periyar Road
(Poonthamalie High Road)
Killpauk, Tamilnadu, Chennai 600 010 India
Phone:  044 26411860
Type of Practitioner:  Homepathy - see http://www.chennaionline.com/health/homeopathy/index.asp
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  -
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  -


Madurai

S. Chidambaranathan, B.H.M.S.
Laxmi Homeo Clinic
24 E. New Mahalipatti Road
Tamilnadu, Madurai 625 001 India
Phone:  0452-2338833
Fax:  0452-2330196
Type of Practitioner:  Homeopathy - See http://www.chennaionline.com/health/homeopathy/index.asp
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes


TN

Parthasarathy Soliah
Selvarani Partharathy
Acupuncture, naturopathy and yoga therapy
Sri agasthya holistic clinic 24/5
G.N.T. Road
Chennai, TN 600060 India
Phone:  914425588298
Email:  acupunctureindia@yahoo.com
Website:  www.geocities.com/acupunctureindia
Type of Practitioner:  Acupuncturist, Naturopath
Type of Treatments:  Acupuncture, Naturopathy and Yoga
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Other Notes:  I will councel the patient and give treatment only thro' acupuncture and naturopathy way only.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Ireland

Kildare

Paul Stapleton
Learning Breakthrough Prpgramme Center
Santa Anna Rathangan Road
Rathangan Road
Naas, Kildare Ireland
Phone:  0863535945
Email:  info@nhsireland.com
Type of Practitioner:  Adolescent Mental Health Nurse
Type of Treatments:  Treatment for Dyslexia, ADD/ADHD, Aspergers, Learning problems (reading, writing, spelling, concentration, etc.)
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
I facilitate this in conjunction with the prescribing doctor.
Other Notes:  The programme I use has a 20 year record of success for those who engage fully in the work.
Types of clients served:
Those classified as "autistic"
Adults and Athletes.


Korea

Paul Hosang Rhyu
Suk Lee
Hutra Chiropractic Health Care Center
#309 3rd Floor Woosung Character
Ville Bldg, 467-18, Dogok-dong
Kangnam, Seoul, Korea
Phone:  82-2-575-8642
Fax:  82-2-5768281
Email:  hutra@hotmail.com
Website:  www.hutra.co.kr
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractor
Type of Treatments:  Diverified, Activator, F/D and Acupuncture
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Depressed Patients


Nigeria

West Africa

Elemosho Trado
Elemosho Trado Medical and Psychiatric Home
31 Kayode Street Onipanu
Lagos State, West Africa Nigeria
Phone:  234-8029049658
Email:  Elemoshotradomedical_200@fastermail.com
Type of Practitioner:  Specialist in all kinds of sickness and healing people
Type of Treatments:  Herbal, Medical Therapies
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Psychiatric, Epilepsy, Diabetes, Stroke, Diabetes


Norway

Vivian Windvik
Alvernbukta
1513 Bjornemyr
Phone:  (47) 88001370 (47) 66917770
Fax:  (47) 66914065
Email:  vivian.vindvik@sensewave.com
Type of Practitioner:  Homeopath NAN, MNHL
Type of Treatments:  Homeopathy, nutritional therapy, allergy testing and treatment, auriculotherapy
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
I do not give diagnosis, but look at individual symptoms.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
I do not give diagnosis, but look at individual symptoms.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
I would like them to be able to reduce or go off, but it is not up to me to decide.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Troubled children or teens (includes those classified as "ADD," "ADHD," or "hyperactive.")
Depressed patients
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease.


Gerd S.P.
ABC Naturterapi
Kongensgt
Oslo, Norway
Phone:  452 84 837
Email:  abcoslo@hotmail.com
Website:  www.drclark.org
Type of Practitioner:  Vegatest for allergies, etc., Urine Test, Hair Mineral Analyses, Nutritionist, SCIO testing, Iriology
Type of Treatments:  Herbs, Acupuncture/Homeopathy/Copping, Biofeedback therapy, Nutrition/Vitamins/Minerals, etc.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Not an M.D.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Only take patients off the drugs in understanding with the patient's MD.
Other Notes:  Use Hulda Clark's Detox regimes among others and colloidal silver
Testimonials Page:  Gerd S.P.
Types of clients served:
Troubled Children or teens
Fibromyalgia
ME
Upset Stomachs
Candida
Allergies


Oman

Muscat

Aziz Alnamani, M.D.
Nasser
Box 192
P.c. 122
Muscat, Muscat 122 Oman
Phone:  968-99292979
Fax:  968-24493417
Email:  topmedics@hotmail.com
Type of Practitioner:  M.D.
Type of Treatments:  Natural
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Only on emergencies cases and as minimum doses as possible
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
I do it very slowly.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Scotland

Alan Hunter, Ph.D.(A.M.), BRCP (Naturopa
140 Marchmont Road
Edinburgh, EH9 1AQ Scotland
Phone:  131-447-9440
Fax:  131-447-4454
Email:  alan@foodallergycure.com
Website:  www.foodallergycure.com
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopathic, nutritional, food allergic approach to all mental and nervous disorders.
Type of Treatments:  I have a book out that shows there is LOW BODY TEMPERATURE behind most chronic disorders (mental and physical). Furthermore, I have found a diet that RAISES body temperature bring aabout resolution of symptoms.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Would require the complete cooperation of the family doctor, but drugs NEVER heal,therefore they can only ever provide temporary alleviation
Other Notes:  Book: Curing Food Allergies and Common Illnesses CURING FOOD ALLERGIES AND COMMON ILLNESSES
Types of clients served:
Most sufferers of chronic illness


Singapore

Colin Lee
SingChios Healing
Block 1 Roctor Centre
#03-524
Singapore, 180001 Singapore
Phone:  +65 9186 6468
Email:  singchios@yahoo.com
Website:  www.singchios.com
Type of Practitioner:  Natural and Holistic Treatment
Type of Treatments:  Herbal, Nutrition and Cranial adjustments
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


South Africa

Gauteng

C. Nobelis, N.D. (Naturopath)
Center of Naturopathic Healing
490 Grysbok Street
Waterkloof Ridge Ext 2
Pretoria, Gauteng South Africa
Fax:  -012-3477130
Email:  cnobelis@z-net.co.za
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopath Practicing Functional Medicine
Type of Treatments:  I use mega-nutritional therapy (supplements), strict dieting and herbal medicine. Other therapies like soft-cranio-sacral therapy, polarity, hydrotherapy, patient's habits and behavioral change.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
In functional medicine we avoid using dis-ease titles for it does not describe the dis-function.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
My normal procedure is to reduce gradually any medical or psychiatric drugs from all my patients.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Any patient with any disease that comes to me I will do my best.


W-Cape

Renier du Toit
Naturopathic Doctor
15 Joubert Street
Box 534
Montagu, W-Cape 6720 South Africa
Phone:  27 236142672
Email:  natmed@mweb.co.za
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopathic Doctor
Type of Treatments:  QXCI\SCIO\MEDILASER\BIORES\COMPUTERIZED IRIDOLOGY\CORE SYSTEM
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Treating patients with natural medicine.


Renier Du Toit
Naturopathic Doctor
19 Grey Street
Strand, W-Cape 7140 South Africa
Phone:  27-21-843459
Fax:  27-21-8543459
Email:  natmed@mweb.co.za
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopath
Type of Treatments:  Oxci, Rife, Medilaser, Ultraviolet Light Blood Irradiation
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Spain

Jordi Galceran Exposito
Carme Bonafont Rojano
Auditory Integration Training
Via Laietana, 30 3T
Barcelona, 08003 Spain
Phone:  392687822
Fax:  932682006
Email:  jordigal@eresmas.net
Type of Practitioner:  Music Therapy
Type of Treatments:  Auditory Integration Training
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
To know the actual diseases.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Learning Troubles


Switzerland

Aeskulap-Klinik
Centre for Clinical Holistic Medicine
CH-6440 Brunnen am Vierwaldstattersee
Phone:  +41 41 825 49 49
Fax:  +41 41 825 4800
Email:  info@aeskulap.com
Type of Practitioner:  This clinic treats depression by addressing the underlying physical causes.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes


Andre Gauer
Practise Andre Gauer
Obertruebbach 37
Truebbach, 9477 Switzerland
Phone:  +41-81-783-3534
Fax:  On request Only
Email:  agauer@email.com
Website:  http://www.gauer.net
Type of Practitioner:  Kinesiologist
Type of Treatments:  Psychosomatic Energetics
Neurobiology Klinghardt
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
The methods used aim to find the psychological casue that lies behind the symptom.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Only if the doctor of the patient is in contact with me and there is an interdisciplinary co-work.
Other Notes:  Psychosomatic Energetics uses so-called Complex-Homeopathy see also: www.rubimed.com.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Other clients served: People who want to feel better in any way and people who come for prevention as well.


The Netherlands

J. Kamsteeg, PhD
Institute for Environmental Medicine
Zoomweg 44
Weert, NL-6006 TW The Netherlands
Phone:  31-495-451428
Fax:  31-495-451473
Email:  keac@tip.nl
Website:  hputest.nl keac.nl
Type of Practitioner:  Biochemist
Type of Treatments:  We look for a biochemical basis for psychiatric problems.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  Patients who are at risk are invited to fill in the (English) Questionaire you will find at hputest.nl
Testimonials Page:  J. Kamsteeg, PhD
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Turkey

Cem Kinaci
Nuclear Medicine, HBOT, Chelation
IMC Hospital
Istiklal Caddessi Num 254
Mersin, 33100 Turkey
Phone:  +90 324 2380095
Fax:  +90 324 2380099
Email:  cemkinaci@yahoo.com
Website:  www.imchospital.com
Type of Practitioner:  MD, Nuclear Medicine Physician, HBOT and Chelation therapist, especially work on autism (my son is autistic)
Type of Treatments:  HBOT TD-DMPS or oral DMSA
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Types of clients served:
Classified as "autistic"


UK

The Consulting Health Group
Consulting Mental Health
Email:  info@consultinghealth.com
Website:  psych.consultinghealth.com
Type of Practitioner:  Orthomolecular, psychologists, counsellors, nutritional therapists.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
We do give advice on where to go for help though
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Qualified counselling for psychological illness, emotion problems and lifestyle concerns. A safe environment to discuss your problems and find support, using natural health techniques. Includes information on prescription drugs for an unbiased approach.


Imogen Caterer
NQ Nutrition
84 Frampton Road
Gloucester, UK
Phone:  01452 501526
Email:  sh@NQnutrition.co.uk
Website:  www.NQnutrition.co.uk
Type of Practitioner:  Nutritionist, Nutritonal Therapist
Type of Treatments:  Nutritional Therapy. Can refer to other Gloucestershire practitioners as necessary
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
What drugs you take is between you and your doctor. I need to know so I can adjust your program to suit any medicaion.
Other Notes:  Personal experience of mental distress
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Though mental health is my specialism I do physical health work as well. I often find that one cause of mental distress is poorly treated physical conditions.

I won't make recommendations aboaut whether to increase or decrease the dose of any medication but will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of any medication you are on.


Bristol

Rob Wood
Holistic Reflexology Service
19 Belmont Road
St. Andrews, Bristol BS6 5AW UK
Phone:  0117 9424566
Email:  robwood19@aol.com
Type of Practitioner:  Reflexologist
Type of Treatments:  Conventional Reflexol
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Other Notes:  I have 32 years experience working as a psychiatric nurse, having retired June 03 to take up my new profession as a reflexologist.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


East Sussex

Amanda Geary
The Food and Mood Project
P. O. Box 2737
Lewes, East Sussex BN7 2GM UK
Phone:  +44 (0)1273 478108
Fax:  +44(0)1273 4781
Email:  info@foodandmood.org
Website:  www.foodandmood.org
Type of Practitioner:  A not-for profit organisation started by Mind (the UK's leading mental health charity; nutritional therapy.
Type of Treatments:  The aim of the Project is to empower individuals to explore the relationship between diet, nutrition and emotional and mental health, and to share this information with others.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  Based on 10 years of her personal and professional experience of the importance of appropriate diet and nutrition for improving and maintaining mental health.
Types of clients served:
All Mental Health conditions.


England

Star Kennedy
Transformational Healing - The Art of Health and Yoga
280 Balham High Road
London, England SW17 7AL UK
Phone:  020-7350-0938
Email:  starkennedy@onetel.net.uk
Type of Practitioner:  Holistic Healer
Type of Treatments:  Massage, Aromatherapy, Reflexology, Native American Health, Spiritual Healing
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
See patients from Liverpool Centre for long term Psychiatric Drug withdrawal program, and deal with others on a non-psychiatric basis.
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients


Lancashire

Erica Flint MARH Homeopath
9 Cavendish Street
Lancaster, Lancashire LA1 5QA UK
Phone:  01524 596373
Email:  ericalflintuk@yahoo.co.uk
Website:  www,a-r-h.org
Type of Practitioner:  Homeopath - registered MARH and NHS registered recommended practitioner
Type of Treatments:  Homeopathy and nutritional therapy
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Would not prescribe psychiatric drugs
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
I provide complementary treatment which would enable them to initiate withdrawal in conjunction with the GP
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
All mental health conditions


Penzance

Sarah Twomlow
Phoenix Nutrition
20 Tudor Lodge Park
Truthwall, Crowlas, Penzance TR20 9BW UK
Phone:  07972250907
Email:  phoenixnutrition@hotmail.co.uk
Website:  www.phoenixnutrition4life.com
Type of Practitioner:  Nutrition Therapist
Type of Treatments:  Dietary, Lifestyle, and Nutritional Treatments
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Other Notes:  14 years experience working in the mental health field both in the community and day centres within a multi agency setting.
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients
Anxiety
Eating disorders


Wilshire

Gisela Norman
Park Lane Practice
7 Old Park Lane
Chipperham, Wilshire SN15 1LW UK
Phone:  01249 655 088
Email:  accupuncturist@gisela-norman.co.uk
Website:  www.gisela-norman.com
Type of Practitioner:  Acupuncturist
Type of Treatments:  Prescribe Chinese Herbal formula
Acupuncture
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All Mental Health Conditions


USA

AK

Sandra C. Denton, M.D.
Alaska Alternative Medicine Clinic
3333 Denali Street #100
Anchorage, AK 99503 USA
Phone:  (907) 563-6200
Fax:  (907) 561-4933
Email:  aamc@myexcel.com
Type of Practitioner:  M.D.
Type of Treatments:  Chelation, natural hormones, NAET, mercury detox, natural thyroid, herbs, nutritional therapy, homeopathics, EMDR, acupuncture, hair analysis, candida treatment
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Rarely - 2 to 3 times per year on emergency basis only
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Depressed patients
Psychotic patients
Autistic
Mentally retarded
Alzheimer's Disease


AR

Phil Burbutes, M.D.
Hot Springs Biofeedback Center
100 Baxter Street
Hot Springs, AR 71913 USA
Phone:  (501) 624-1426
Email:  mhburks@msn.com
Website:  www.themedicalalternative.com
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopathic Doctor
Type of Treatments:  We practice Complimentary Alternative Medicine. Focusing on all ot the incurables.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Other Notes:  Please email us now. I know we can help you.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Michael W. Broeg
Clearsprings Health Center
178 Clearspring Lane
Harrison, AR 72601 USA
Phone:  (870) 427-5294
Email:  clear@ozarkmountains.com
Website:  www.clearspringshealth.com
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractor
Type of Treatments:  Detoxification, Nutrition, Exercise, Rest, Chiropractic therapy, non-drug alternatives.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Performed in conjunction with assoc. alternative medical doctor using intervenous vitamin/mineral/enzymes
Other Notes:  Clearsprings is an in-patient facility specializing in safe and effective treatment.
Types of clients served:
Children, FMS, Chemical related illness, chronic and degenerative health conditions, children diagnosed with alleged ADD, ADHD or have been put on psychiatric drugs in the past. We also treat adults that are suffering the health consequences of past drug use.


AZ

Lynn Robison
111 N. Gilbert Road #1004
Mesa, AZ 85203 USA
Phone:  (480) 644-1111
Email:  energymed@juno.com
Type of Practitioner:  Vibrational medicine, Body energy practitioner
Type of Treatments:  Only treatment that deals withe the frequencies of energy in the subtle body which then effects the physical body.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Not at all
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  YN
I cannot interfere with the prescription of other practitioners but I can measure the effect of the prescriptino in use on the patient. The
Other Notes:  Dis-ease is caused by imbalanced energy. When the spirit has sufficient strength and proper information the regeneration process begins.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Any other type of patient.


Lynn Robison
Bio-Test
111 N. Gilbert Road $1004
Mesa, AZ 85203 USA
Phone:  (480) 644-1111
Email:  energymed@juno.com
Type of Practitioner:  Energy Medicine Practitioner
Type of Treatments:  Energy Medicine, Electronic Homeopathy, Flower Remedies, Gem Therapy. an endless list
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
The effects of all drugs are the results of energy imbalances created by negative energy in the drug.
Other Notes:  Energy is really a term for your spirit body that permeates your physical body.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions, Energy medicine is all encompassing. Any disesae or disorder is created and remedied by energy. It is the program that makes us all what we are. It is measurable and treatable.


Alan K. Ketover, M.D.
10565 N. Tatum Blvd. #B-115
Phoenix, AZ 85253 USA
Phone:  (602) 381-0800
Type of Practitioner:  M.D. and a licensed Homeopathy doctor
Type of Treatments:  Full screen complete with hair analysis, careful search for contaminants, pesticides, toxic metals, etc. then a course of nutritional therapy to restore health.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Believes it is caused by environment. Looks for the causes in terms of anything unhealthy going into body or body's lack of ability to get what it needs.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Interested in helping people carefully and healthfully reduce psychiatric meds and restore their health.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mentally disturbed clients
Trouble children or teens (includes those classified as "ADD," "ADHD" or "Hyperactive.")
Depressed patients
Psychotic patients (includes those classified as "schizophrenic" or "bipolar.")
Clients classifed as "autistic"
Mentally retarded
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease
Mostly approach is rule out factors such as nutritional deficiences and their causes.


Clark Hansen, N,M.D.
Arizona Institute of Natural Medicine
8040 E. Morgan Trail
Suite 23
Scottsdale, AZ 85258 USA
Phone:  (480) 991-5092
Fax:  (480) 991-0833
Email:  drhansen@nutracor.com
Website:  www.drhansen.com
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopathic Physician
Type of Treatments:  Homeopathy, Herbal, Clinical, Nutrition.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
Use psychiatric diagnosis for insurance reimbursement only. I treat individuals not diseases.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
I prescribe therapies that eliminate the need for psychiatric drugs. I usually implement natural therapies for several weeks before taking patients off of psychiatric drugs.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
I wean patients off of psychiatric drugs where abrupt withdrawal would be detrimental.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Anxiety patients
obsessive compulsive, phobic, etc.


Gordon Josephs, MD (H)
Clelationcare, USA, LLC
7315 E. Evans Roads
Scottsdale, AZ 85260 USA
Phone:  (480) 998-9232
Fax:  (480) 998-1528
Email:  gjosephs@clelationcare.com
Website:  www.clelationcare.com
Type of Practitioner:  
Licensed Homeopath, Az
Licensed Osteopath, NY
Licensed Naturopath, Wash. D.C.
Type of Treatments:  Orthomolecular (vitamins, minerals, brain supplements), heavy metal removal including mercury, acupuncture, electrical microcurrent, homeopathy, herbal products.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  YN
In my opinion, there is no such thing as mental disease, there are people with anatomical and chemical and electrical abnormalities, and people whose behavior we seem unable to accept.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
Very rarely prescribe drugs. I often refill a psychiatrist's prescripion, but just until I can find a way to ween the patient away from everything, or on to a natural and safer product.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Can't say. Each person given an individually devised treatment program.
Other Notes:  We favor intravenous treatments and Sri Lankan style acupuncture. We also share patients with others (often lay individuals) who perform therapies not available through doctors.
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients
Neuroses
Ticks
Panic attack
Severe stress
Addiction withdrawal
Stop Smoking
WE DO NOT TREAT CHILDREN


Robyn A. Conte
Robyn A. Mulia
Integrative Health Care
920 East Raintree Drivve
Suite 100
Scottsdale, AZ 85260 USA
Phone:  (480) 657-0003
Fax:  (480) 557-8693
Email:  drmulia@integrativehealthcare.com
Website:  www.integrativehealthcare.com
Type of Practitioner:  NMD
Type of Treatments:  Nutritional IV's, amino acids, homeopathy, supplements, counselling herbs, acupuncture and guided imagery.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Short term while patient is working on diet, immune system and counselling. Also prescribed at lower dosages to discontinue.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Help taper patients off a drug slowly. Often nutritional IV's and acupuncture may be used to relieve addiction to Xanax/Valium
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions.


Hunter Yost, M.D.
Specializing in Chronic Complex Disorders
6993 N. Oracle Road
Tucson, AZ 85704 USA
Phone:  (520) 219-5060
Fax:  (520) 219-2993
Email:  hyost@hunteryostmd.com
Website:  www.hunteryostmd.com
Type of Practitioner:  M.D.
Type of Treatments:  Primarily nutritional and lifestyle changes. Therapeutic nutrients and medical foods. Minimal medications.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
Rarely for acute situations
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Intent is always help a person decrease and get of prescription psychotropics if they are willing.
Other Notes:  See letter to editor New York Magazine 2-7-05. See also my website
Types of clients served:
People with chronic complex conditions such as fatigue, fibromyalgia, irritable bowel, chronic pain, autoimmune disorders ie. non-acute conditions.


Sanford C. Newmark, M.D.
Center for Pediatric Integrative Medicine
310 N. WIlmot Suite 307
Tucson, AZ 85712 USA
Phone:  (520) 886-4884
Fax:  (520) 886-9045
Email:  snewmark@peds.arizona.edu
Website:  www.doctornewmark.com
Type of Practitioner:  Pediatrician;completed fellowship with Dr. Andrew Weil in Pediatric Integrative Medicine. I use an integrative approac
Type of Treatments:  I use a combination of nutritional intervention, supplements, lifestyle recommendations and some herbal therapy.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
In certain severe cases I will prescribe psychiatric drugs while attempting to use other methods to deal with the presenting problem.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Since I am a pediatrician, and not a child psychiatrist, I often work with child psychiatrists in attempting to reduce medications.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Children and young adults, through college age, with ADHD, autism, depression,and other behavioral or psychiatric issues.


Dharma Singh Khalsa, MD
2420 N. Pantano Blvd.
Tucson, AZ 85715 USA
Phone:  (520) 749-8374
Fax:  (520) 296-6640
Email:  drdharma@aol.com
Website:  www.brain-longevity.com
Type of Practitioner:  Anaesthesiologist
Type of Treatments:  Total holistic medicine, mind, body exercise, some medication
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Don't run across this
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease
Strokes, brain injuries, age-associated memory impairment


Tyler Woods, Ph.D.
Mindhance Wellness
P. O. Box 40546
Tucson, AZ 85717 USA
Phone:  (520) 861-6632
Email:  mindhance@cox.net
Website:  www.tylerwoods.org
Type of Practitioner:  Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner specializing in mental health.
Type of Treatments:  A variety of holistic modalities to treat mental health issues including depression, ADHD, insomnia, anxiety, bi-polar
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
I DO NOT
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Never take yourself off these drugs without the help of an expert if you want to be successful.
Types of clients served:
Troubled Children or Teens
ADHD
Depression
Anxiety
Grief


Tyler Woods, PH.D.
Mindhance Wellness
P. O. Box 40546
Tucson, AZ 85717 USA
Phone:  (520) 861-6632
Email:  mindhance@cox.net
Website:  www.tylerwoods.org
Type of Practitioner:  Board certified Holistic Health practitioner specializes in mental health treatments.
Type of Treatments:  A variety of holistic modalties to treat mental health issues including depression, ADHD, insomnia, anxiety, Bi-polar.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
I do not.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Never take yourself off these drugs without the help of an expert to be successful.
Types of clients served:
Thoubled children or teens
ADHD
Depression
Anxiety
Grief


John V. Dommisse, M.D.
Nutritional & Metabolic TeleMedicine
1840 E. River Road, Ste 210
Cambric Corporate Center
Tucson, AZ 85718-5892 USA
Phone:  (520) 577-1940
Fax:  (520) 577-1743
Email:  John@JohnDommisseMD.com
Website:  www.JohnDommisseMD.com
Type of Practitioner:  MD and 'Canadian Board' certified psychiatrist (Royal College of Medicine of Canada)
Type of Treatments:  Extensive in-depth, listening interviewing; Extensive blood testing for nutritional, metabolic, biochemical deficiencies/abnormalities that often underly so-called 'mental' illness.
These are clinically descriptive diagnoses, not scientifically proven diagnoses.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Initially, to help control bizarre behavior and help the patient focus on treatment. I do believe some patients do require medication when psychiatric symptoms cannot be alleviated any other non-damaging way.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  YN
Other Notes:  While I have not found true schizophrenia to respond to my approaches, the affective disorders, including bi-polar-1 and -2 do so quite dramatically. So do anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, PTSD, panic disorders, eating disorders, etc
Types of clients served:
Depressed Patients
Alzheimer's
Psychotic patients.


Bruce A. Roberts, MD
Synchroniciity Center, PLLC
1701 E. Lind Rd
Tucson, AZ 85719 USA
Phone:  (520) 327-9624
Fax:  (520) 327-5535
Email:  drbruce@synchronicitycenter.com
Website:  www.syncronicitycenter.com
Type of Practitioner:  MD
Type of Treatments:  Orthomolecular, Functional, Nutritional, Mind/Body/Spirit, Shamanic Breathwork
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Many patients come to me on meds. My goal is to wean them off as soon as possible.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Patients are weaned off slowly and monitored for worsening symptoms
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients
We treat medical as well as mental health conditions. We see no separation between mind, body, and spirit.


Alexander P. Cadoux, M.D.
Green Spring Center
6884 E. Sunrise Drive #150
Tucson, AZ 85750 USA
Phone:  (520) 529-9668
Fax:  (520) 529-9669
Type of Practitioner:  MD, Alternative Medicine
Type of Treatments:  Supplements, Natural Hormone Therapy, Memory Enhancement Therapy, Nutritional Counseling and others
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Yes, Very rarely
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Troubled children or teens (Includes those classified as "ADD", "ADHD, or hyperactive.") If not too rebellious to comply with treatment.
Depressed patients
Clients classified as "autistic".
Mentally retarded
Sleep disorders, chronic fatigue, chronic headaches.


Lawrence Wilson, M.D.
4950 S. Indian Creek Road
Prescott, AZ 86303 USA
Phone:  (520) 445-7690
Fax:  (520) 445-7690
Email:  Larry@drlwilson.com
Website:  www.drlwilson.com
Type of Practitioner:  Nutrition Consultant, although I have an M.D. degree.
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition, orthomolecular approaches, tissue mineral analysis.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
I do not diagnose. If someone comes with these diagnoses, I view them only as descriptive terms.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
If they are working with their prescibing psychiatrist OR if they are well informed and able to take control and wean themselves off safely.
Other Notes:  I have 20 years experience in natural health care.
Types of clients served:
Patients with anxiety, mood swings, phobias, and anger. Troubled children or teens

I have written a book that contains case histories. The title of the book is Nutritional Balancing and Hair Mineral Analysis. Two chapters are devoted to psychological and emotional conditions.


Alternative to Meds Center
40 Goodrow Lane
Sedona, AZ 86336 USA
Phone:  (510) 355-7195
Email:  lyle@alternativetomedscenter.com
Website:  http://www.alternativetomedscenter.com/
Type of Practitioner:  MDs. We investigate the factors that prevent our clients from experiencing wellness, so that they may live a drug free
Type of Treatments:  Based on the Orthomolecular, Naturopathic and Addiction Medicine Models. This repair strategy includes whole foods, pharmaceutical-grade supplementary nutrients
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Many of these factors are biochemical in nature. Some of the biochemical factors that can prevent a person from experiencing ongoing wellness include: neurotransmitter imbalances, toxic overload, blood sugar levels, thyroid problems, chemical addictions, vitamin and mineral deficiencies, Candida, poor diet choices, hormonal sensitivities and food allergies.


CA

Wendy Hewland, D.H. M. FBlH
203 N. Gower Street
Los Angeles, CA 90004 USA
Phone:  (323) 769-5850
Email:  wendycures@sbcglobal.net
Website:  www.wendyhewland.com
Type of Practitioner:  Classical Homeopath
Type of Treatments:  4000 single homeopathic remedies only
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Individualized per patient - very slowly with doctor's and patient's consent.
Other Notes:  One single remediy for your whole health
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Preventative whole health care for all


Johnny Seitz
Bio-Typing
11938 W. Washington Bvd. (Rear Studio)
Los Angeles, CA 90006 USA
Phone:  (310) 714-5222
Fax:  (310) 822-4988
Email:  jcseitz@earthlink.net
Website:  www.biotyping.com
Type of Practitioner:  Personal Life Coach with Certification by ACE.
Type of Treatments:  Identification of Muscle Recruitment Patterns, Release of Stress and Emotion locked in musculature, Breathing Technique Education and Application, Muscle testing
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Only if discussed and agreed upon with psychiatric consultant.
Other Notes:  My work is specifically geared for full mind-body-spirit integration.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Joseph Sciabbarrasi, M.D.
2001 S. Barrington #208
Los Angeles, CA 90025 USA
Phone:  (310) 268-8466
Fax:  (310) 268-8122
Type of Practitioner:  Medical Doctor
Type of Treatments:  Homeopathy, Accupuncture, Nutrition, Metabolic testing, NAET
We use whatever appropriate diagnosis will provide the best reimbursement from the patient's insurance company. All visits are coded as physician office visits.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
Rarely, only in rare cases in which the individual's suffering is inadequately helped by our approaches.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Whenever possible.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions.


Randy Martin, OMD, LAc, PhD, QME
2340 Santa Monica Blvd #132
(see also Encino, CA address)
West Los Angeles, CA 90025 USA
Phone:  (310) 979-6495
Email:  drrandymartin@drrandymartin.com
Website:  www.drrandymartin.com
Type of Practitioner:  (See Encino, Ca listing for information about this doctor)
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  Hours - Monday & Wednesday (11AM - 7:30 PM) See Encino listing for more hours.


Elisa S. Lottor, Ph.D, N.D.
Pacifica Women's Health
11101 Venice Blvd (main office)
Los Angeles, CA 90034 USA
Phone:  (310) 840-5755 or (805) 382-9786
Fax:  (310) 840-5758
Email:  ELottor@aol.com
Website:  www.findings.net/lottor.html
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopath, Nutritionist, Homeopathy
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition, supplements, homeopathy, botanicals
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Other Notes:  I have found that a variety of physical problems can be amielorated when a person is brought into balance physically and mentally
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients
Menopausal
Cognitive and memory problems
ADD and ADHD in adults.


Anita Mary Pepi, DC
Health Improvement Center
2950 Los Feliz #101
Los Angeles, CA 90039 USA
Phone:  (323) 666-1088
Fax:  (323) 666-8969
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractor
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition, allergy handling, toxic metal handlings, non-force spinal adjustments, find reason via electromagnetic testing and bloodwork
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Not legal for a chiropractor to deal in drugs
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Legally chiropractors can't. But when patients feel better they can gradiently work down on them themselves.
Testimonials Page:  Anita Mary Pepi, DC
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens (Includes those classified as "ADD", "ADHD, or hyperactive.")
Depressed patients
Clients classified as "autistic".
Mentally retarded
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease
Stressed-out family and friends


Monica Campins, L.Ac.
Meridian Acupuncture
1551 Colorado Blvd. #206
Los Angeles, CA 90041 USA
Phone:  (323) 257-1901
Fax:  (323) 257-1901
Email:  meridianacupuncture@earthlink.net
Type of Practitioner:  Licensed Acupuncturist
Type of Treatments:  Acupuncture and herbal treatment
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Victoria Batsian, Ph.D.
Hollywood Wellness Center
7315 West Sunset Blvd Suite A-1
Los Angeles, CA 90046 USA
Phone:  (323) 512-0100
Fax:  (323) 512-0126
Email:  kitten13@pacbell.net
Type of Practitioner:  PH.D. in Holistic Health Sciences, Certified Clinical Nutritionist, Metabolic Analyst
Type of Treatments:  Corrections of metabolic imbalances, extensive detoxification progrms of the liver, blood, lymphatic, cardio-vascular and digestive systems.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  Methods used: Therapeutic herbal and nutritonal protocols, life style modification with emphasis on the use of good nutrition, clean water, exercises, rest and proper food combining.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Chronic fatigue syndrome
Digestive Disorders
Hormonal imbalances
Skin disorders
Vitiligo
Psoriasis
Lupus
Fungus and viral infections
Candida
Parasites
Anorexia and bulimia disorders
HIV/AIDS
Cancer


Michael Young
Larissa Yang
Pacific Medical Group
7864 Willoughby Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90046 USA
Phone:  (323) 852-0989
Fax:  (323) 951-1119
Email:  Michaelyang@vitalitymedicine.com
Type of Practitioner:  Multispecialty Practice, Acupuncturist, Nutrtionist, M.D., Physical Therapist
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Acupuncture, nutrition and life style modifications, hormone analysis, exercise and biofeedback.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Under strict supervision of our doctors, we have been able to gradually wean many patients safely off their prescriptions.
Types of clients served:
All Mental Health Conditions
Chronic and acute pain
Overweight
Internal medicine patients


Alan H. Blanc, M.D., Ph.D., L.Ac.
Alan H. Blanc, M.D., Inc
116 N. Robertson Blvd,, Suite 801
Los Angeles, CA 90048 USA
Phone:  (310) 657-8393
Email:  alan.blanc@verizon.net
Type of Practitioner:  Psychiatry, Psychoanalysis, Oriental Medicine Doctor
Type of Treatments:  Traditional Chinese Medicine with Acupuncture and herb formulas, work with dreams.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
Use of psychiatric drugs is due to the preference of the patient and if required for the protection of the patient.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Whenever judged safe, patients should be on the least medication or no medication. Herb substitution can help.
Other Notes:  I am particularly interested in inflamatory bowel disease and creative potential.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Patients with inflammatory bowel disease.


Gabrielle Kaufman, MA, ADTR, NCC
Dance/Movement Therapy
6310 San Vicente Blvd. #350
Los Angeles, CA 90048 USA
Phone:  (310) 840-5303
Email:  dmt@leventhal.com
Type of Practitioner:  Dance/Movement Therapy
Type of Treatments:  Individual and group therapy using movement and other creative modalities. Can be only therapy or work as an adjunct to other treatments.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Troubled chidlren or teens
Clients with depression
Anxiety
Eating disorders
Those coping with adjustment to new situations
Relationship Conflicts
Postpartum depression
Trauma survivors.


James P. Blumenthal, DC, CNN, DACEN
James Downs, DC, William Stuppy, MD
Brain Performance Center
Applied Kinesiology Center of Los Angele
2211 Corinth Avenue, Suite 310
Los Angeles, CA 90064-1622 USA
Phone:  (310) 445-3350
Fax:  (310) 445-3351
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractic Neurologist, Clinical Nutritionist, Chiropractor, Medical Doctor, Acupuncturist
Type of Treatments:  Clinical Nutrition including supplements, herbs, homeopathy; Chiropractic; Applied Kinesiology, NET; Retained Primitive Reflexes; Interactive Metronome therapy; Chinese medicine including acupuncture.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
All our therapies are drug free.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Work with our patients along with their existing medical team.
Other Notes:  Our approach is highly individualized. We then carefully craft therapy for each petient in order to support what is working. We listen to our patients and teach them in their healing process.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children and teens
Development disorders including ASD, ADHD, OCD
Tourettes
Hypoxic and traumatic brain injuries
Neurotransmitters, endocrine, sleep, digestive and immune issues.
Children and adults


Tod Thoring, N.D.
Oasis Healing Center
12114 Venice Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90066 USA
Phone:  (310) 313-3434
Email:  DrThoring@mediaone.net
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopathic Doctor, Graduate of Bastyr University
Type of Treatments:  Clinical nutrition, homeopathy, lifestyle counseling, herbs, allergy testing
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
Not really
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Not unless patient chooses it.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
In conjunction with their physician.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children and teens (Includes those classified as "ADD," "ADHD," or "Hyperactive."
Depressed patients
Psychotic Patients (Includes those classified as "schizophrenic" or "bipolar.")
Mentally retarded
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease


Karima Hirani, M.D.
Hirani Wellness Medical Center
12732 W. Washington Blvd
Suite B
Los Angeles, CA 90066 USA
Phone:  (310) 577-0753
Email:  office@drhirani.com
Website:  www.drhirani.com
Type of Practitioner:  M.D., MPH, Nutritionist, Board Certified
Type of Treatments:  Diet modification, supplements, EFAs, IV vitamin and mineral drugs, IV amino acids, IV glutathion,electrical and traditional accupuncture, see website
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
Short duration only. Only at request of patient. We like to find the root cause and not mask the symptoms
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  We offer science based, natural approaches which are usually nutritionally focused and see good results.
Testimonials Page:  Karima Hirani, M.D.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Natural hormone replacement
Thyroid disorders
Gastro Intestinal disorders
Detoxification
Cardiovascular disease
Diabetes
Chronic fatigue
Pain
Candida, etc.


Jeremiah Krieger, L.Ac.
12114 Venice Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90066 USA
Phone:  (310) 488-6188
Fax:  (310) 390-7836
Email:  jeremiah@easternmedicine.cn
Website:  www.easternmedicine.cn
Type of Practitioner:  Masters in Traditional Oriental Medicine, Licensed Acupuncturist - California, National Diplomate in Acupuncture.
Type of Treatments:  Chinese Herbal Formulas, Acupuncture, and Exercise
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Rebalance the body to minimize withdrawal effect and improve mental state.
Other Notes:  I specialize in mental health and addiction medicine. Acupuncture works fantasitically for a large variety of mental health imbalances. Have protocol to assist coming off antidepressents.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions

do not directly bill insurance I gladly provide patients "superbills" that they can submit to their insurance to get reinbursed. Patients should call their insurance companies to check the details of their coverage.


David Rekar, M.D.
Michael Pangelinan, D.C.
Universal City Medical
3535 Cahuenga Blvd W #206
Los Angeles, CA 90068 USA
Phone:  (323) 436-0303
Fax:  (323) 436-0306
Email:  ucmg1@yahoo.com
Website:  www.ucmg.net
Type of Practitioner:  M.D. - Complemntary Alternative Medicine, Chiropractor, Nutritionist
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition & Chiropractic
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Never - once on them we help patients get off.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
We are thorough in reviewing medicines and determining the best approach and rate of withdrawal.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Sports injuries
Physical Therapy
Weight problems


Barry L. Lieberman, D.C.
9301 Wilshire Blvd
#300
Beverly Hills, CA 90210 USA
Phone:  (310) 858-6099
Email:  drlieberman@healthmedica.com
Website:  www.alternativemedicalsystem.com
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractor
Type of Treatments:  Chiropractic with Designed Clinical Nutrition
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
If they wish to do. The doctor who prescribed the drug(s) will manage getting the patient off them when no longer needed. If not, we will
Other Notes:  Our fees are affordable for most people who honestly want to get well and stay well. Please no mail to address above.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
ADD
ADHD
Panic attacks
Nervousness
Sleep problems
Inertia
Overwhelm
Fatigue
Mild Depression


Cathie Lippman, MD
291 S. La Cienega Blvd Suite 207
Beverly Hills, CA 90211 USA
Phone:  (310) 289-8430
Fax:  (310) 289-8165
Email:  cathielipp@aol.com
Website:  www.5pillars.com/cathielippman
Type of Practitioner:  MD: Environmental and Preventive Medicine
Type of Treatments:  Homeopathy, herbs, nutrients, magnets.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Rarely, I do not keep up with psychiatric drugs so I do not prescribe them
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
It depends on the problem and the severity. I often work in conjunction with the person who prescribed them.
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients
Clients classified as "autistic".
Troubled children


Gustavo H. Vintas, M.D.
Healing Dialogue
9735 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 418
Beverly Hills, CA 90212 USA
Phone:  (310) 275-2960
Fax:  (310) 550-7424
Email:  vintas@msn.com
Type of Practitioner:  Certified Psychiatrist and Child Psychiatrist
Master of Arts in Homeopathic Medicine
Type of Treatments:  Alternative medicine; Allopathic medicine
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
Simply as a guide to describe behavior
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
It depends on clinical picture
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
ONLY when indicated clincially
Other Notes:  Quantum Feedback Treatment
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Any person willing to consult regarding health and well being.


Keegan Sheridan
Keegan Sheridan, N.D.
9730 Wilshire Blvd
Suite 211
Beverly HIlls, CA 90212 USA
Phone:  (310) 270-7918
Fax:  (310) 278-3019
Email:  k.sheridan@evolvinghealth.com
Website:  www.evolvinghealth.com
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopathic Doctor
Type of Treatments:  Lifestyle counseling, clinical nutrition, botanical medicine, and natural hormones.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Typically patients begin to feel better during work with a N.D. and may ask their prescribing physician to reduce the dosage.
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients


Barry J. Lieberman, D.C.
Natural Medicine Center
9461 Charleville Blvd #108
Beverly Hills, CA 90212 USA
Phone:  (310) 282-8882
Email:  wholebodycures@sbcglobal.net
Website:  www.wholebodycures.com
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractor
Type of Treatments:  Chiropractic with Nutrition Response Testing & Designed Clinical Nutrition
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
With the cooperation of the prescribing doctor
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  Affordable fees
Types of clients served:
Troubled childern or teens
ADD
ADHD
Panic Attacks
Anxiety
Nervousness
Sleep Problems
Inertia
Overwhelm
Fatigue
Mild Depression
Symptoms of Unknown Origin


Winifred Williams, M.D.
American Health and Education Clinics
3209 N. Alameda Street , Suite B
Compton, CA 90222 USA
Phone:  (310) 537-2273
Fax:  (310) 537-2139
Email:  hislam_wlc@sbcglobal.net
Website:  www.worldliteracycrusade.org
Type of Practitioner:  M.D., Naturopath
Type of Treatments:  Drug-free Substance abuse and Mental Health Treatment, Nutriceutical Treatment
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
In coordination with prescribing Psychiatrist and as a prerequisite to participating in physical detox treatment.
Types of clients served:
Troubled childen or teens
Substance abuse patients 13-80 years old.


Jeff Schwartz
Eating Disorder Center of CA - EDCCA
27162 Sea Vista Drive
Malibu, CA 90265 USA
Phone:  (310) 457-9958
Email:  edcc@montenido.com
Website:  http://www.edcca.com
Type of Practitioner:  Nutritionists, psychotherapists, M.D.s
Type of Treatments:  Many styles of alternative health
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
To describe behavior only.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Individual case by case
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  Work with eating disorder clients, anorexia, bulimia, body image issues, compulsive eating behavior, exercise addiction.
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients
Eating Disorder Clients
Trauma Issues
Depression
Anxiety


Hyla Cass, M.D.
1608 Michael Lane
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 USA
Phone:  (310) 459-9866
Fax:  (310) 564-0328
Email:  hyla@drcass.com
Website:  www.cassmd.com
Type of Practitioner:  M.D., Psychiatrist
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition, diet, lifestyle changes, NAET, supplements (herbs, amino acids, vitamins, minerals)
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
When tapering off existing medications, as adjunct when absolutely necessary and in lowest dose possible. Goal is to treat root cause, not mask symptoms.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Gradual tapering while introducing appropriate nutritional supplements, most often based on laboratory testing.
Other Notes:  Can often reduce or wean off meds once underlying once underlying condition treated.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Chronic fatigue syndrome
Digestive disorders
Candida
Chronic fatigue
Addiction
HRT
Anti-aging programs
Peak performance and fitness
Hormonal imbalances


Cynthia Watson, M.D.
530 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 203
Santa Monica, CA 90401 USA
Phone:  (310) 393-0937
Fax:  (310) 587-3461
Email:  cynthia@cynthiawatson.com
Website:  www.cynthiawatson.com
Type of Practitioner:  M.D., Family Practice, Integrative Medicine
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition, diet, lifestyle changes, medical workup
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
Not usually
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
When symptoms are very very severe and impair function.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Troubled children
Depressed patients
Psychotic
Autistic
Mentally retarded
Alzheimer's
Addiction
Chronic fatigue
Women's Health Problems.


Laurel Binder
Los Angeles Acupuncture and Wellness
1227 Lincoln Blvd. #212
Santa Monica, CA 90401 USA
Phone:  (310) 262-7839
Email:  ltgal@aol.com
Website:  www.lbinder.com
Type of Practitioner:  Acupuncturist, Nurse Practitioner
Type of Treatments:  Acupuncture, Herbal Medicine, Moxibustion, Cupping, Western treatments
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  Acupuncture has been proven to be an effective treatment for the enhancement of feelings of well-being.
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients
Anxiety
Addiction


Habib Sadeghi, D.O.
BeHive of Healing Center for Integrative Medicine
1137 Second Street Suite $103
Santa Monica, CA 90403 USA
Phone:  (877) MY-HEALING
Type of Practitioner:  Nutritional Medicine, Homeopathy, Osteopathy, Family Medicine, Integrative Medicine, Medial Acupuncture
Type of Treatments:  Nutritional Medicine, Homeopathy, Osteopathy, Family Medicine, Integrative Medicine, Medial Acupuncture
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  Dr. Sadeghi's philosophy is to identify the root cause of each patient's medical issuess with the intention of finding a permanent solution.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Stuart H. Garber, D.C. Ph.D.
1137 Second Street, Ste. 119
Santa Monica, CA 90403-5073 USA
Phone:  (310) 458-3773
Email:  info@drgarber.net
Type of Practitioner:  D.C., Ph.D. - Homeopathist
Type of Treatments:  Classical Homeopathy, Cranial Osteopathy, Nutrition, Hormone Balancing, Detoxification
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
In cooperation with the prescribing physician.
Other Notes:  Treat the person - not the diagnosis. This is what holistic medicine is about.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
All those with 'dis-ease' who realize their answer lies in correcting imbalance, not covering up symptoms.


Veaney McIrvin
530 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 203
The Verona Buildng
Santa Monica, CA 90404 USA
Phone:  (310) 463-6038
Email:  Veaney@aol.com
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopath
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition
Supplementation/Herbal/Nutritional Homeopathy
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
I cannot legally do so in this state but can work in conjunction with M.D.'s and provide clients with educational literature.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Shera Raisen, M.D.
Raisen Integrative Medicine
1260 15th Street
Suite 1006
Santa Monica, CA 90404 USA
Phone:  (310) 458-9200
Fax:  (310) 458-1609
Email:  info@doctorraisen.com
Website:  www.doctorraisen.com
Type of Practitioner:  M.D.
Type of Treatments:  Functional Medicine Testing, herbs, nutritional therapy, hormonal balancing, IV Vitamin/Mineral drips
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
Individual preference or for crisis situations
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Usually it is best to do it slowly while supporting the mind/body with natural supplements.
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients
Anxious
Insomniac
PMS
CFIDS
FMS
IBS
Menopause


Arlan Cage, N.D., M.S.
South bay Total Health
2204 Torrance Blvd. Suite 104B
Torrance, CA 90501 USA
Phone:  (310) 803-8803
Email:  drcage@earthlink.net
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopathc Doctor
Type of Treatments:  Homeopathy, Botanical Medicine, Clinical Nutrition, Detoxification
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Troubled Children or teens
ADD/ADHD
Parkinson's
Mental health conditons in conjuncture with other metabolic disease.


Chris E. Gilbert, M.D.
4305 Torrance Blvd. Suite 506
Torrance, CA 90503 USA
Phone:  (310) 542-8980
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
As little as possible and for as short a time as possible.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Steve Emig
San Diego Homeopathic Rehab and Recovery
121 W. E Street
Encinitas, CA 91024 USA
Phone:  (760) 943-0192
Email:  steve@homeopathicrehab.com
Website:  www.homeopathicrehab.com
Type of Practitioner:  Classical Homeopathy
Type of Treatments:  Classical Homeopathy
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Patient often find they no longer need their psychiatric drugs with homeopathy and can request reduction in medication until they don't need
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Drug and alcohol addicition
Homelessness
Criminal Behavior
Juvenille crime
Sex offenders


Beth Theodore, L. Ac.
1017 Mission Street
S. Pasadena, CA 91030 USA
Website:  www.beththeodore.com
Type of Practitioner:  SEE INFORMATION UNDER TARZANA, CA LISTING.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes


Chester B. Howard
Chester Howard, L.C.S.W.
689 E. Walnut Street
Pasadena, CA 91101 USA
Phone:  (626) 577-3922
Fax:  (626) 577-5153
Email:  cbhoward@earthlink.net
Type of Practitioner:  Holistic Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Consultant
Type of Treatments:  Body Psychotherapy - mind, body and soul. Not a talk therapy. Work with nutritionists and holistic MDs.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Trauma recovery & prevention


Shahdat Hossain
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Glendale, CA 91206 USA
Phone:  9094893390
Email:  shahdathossain@gmail.com
Website:  http://www.shahdathossain.com
Type of Practitioner:  Test
Type of Treatments:  Test
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  -
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Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  -
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Other Notes:  test
Testimonials Page:  Shahdat Hossain
Types of clients served:
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Glendale, CA 91206 USA
Phone:  9094893390
Email:  shahdathossain@gmail.com
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes


Alan Schwartz, M.D.
Holistic Resource Center
29020 Agoura Road Suite A8
Agoura Hills, CA 91301 USA
Phone:  (818) 597-0966
Email:  alans8@prodigy.net
Website:  www.holisticresourcecenter.com
Type of Practitioner:  MD
Type of Treatments:  Nutritional, conventional (rarely), herbal, homeopathic, neurofeedback (George Connor), acupuncture
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Psychiatric drugs are generaly used only under special circumtances, like suicidal deparession or psychosis and then, hopefully, only for a short period of time.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  We see a large number of those classified as autistic, also ADHD, depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, etc.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
We are also a general medicine clinic and see a lot of people with chronic fatiguem, fibromyalgia, cardovascular concerns, hormonal disregulation, antiaging, obesity, etc.


Ilona Abraham, M.D.
Advanced Medical Clinic
17815 Ventura Blvd. Suite 111
Encino, CA 91316 USA
Phone:  (818) 345-8721
Fax:  (818) 345-7150
Email:  info@antiaging-techniques.com
Website:  www.antiaging-techniques.com
Type of Practitioner:  M.D.
Type of Treatments:  Full medical exam, metal detoxifying, lab testing, nutritional treatments, and others.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
If they are on medication, I reduce it very slowly
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Randy Martin, OMD, LAc, PhD, QME
OptimalHealth4U.com
17000 Ventura Blvd #220
(see also West Los Angeles Listing)
Encino, CA 91316 USA
Phone:  (818) 905-6171
Email:  drrandymartin@drrandymartin.com
Website:  www.drrandymartin.com
Type of Practitioner:  Acupuncture, Nutrition, Herbs, Chinese medicine, Homeopathy, Naturopath
Type of Treatments:  Acupuncture, Nutrition, Herbs, Chinese medicine, Homeopathy
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Work as a team in tandem with MD or other health care professiona. Works best in teamwork approach.
Other Notes:  We individualize the treatment program to suit the individual. We treat people personally.
Testimonials Page:  Randy Martin, OMD, LAc, PhD, QME
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
We treat the person, so whatever the problem, we treat the person and not the name of some disease.

Hours: Tuesday & Thursday (11 A.M. - 7:30 P.M.) See W. LA. Listing for more hours.


Marla L. Scripter, RN, DC
Aquire Wellness! Chiropractic Rehabilitation and Nutrition
17075 Devonshire St. #303
Northridge, CA 91325 USA
Phone:  (818) 831-9895
Email:  AcquireWellness@hotmail.com
Website:  www.AcquireWellness.com
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractor, Nutritionist, Registered Nurse
Type of Treatments:  Sacro Occipital Technique, other low-force techniques, Kinesiology, Dietary Correction, Whole Foods Concentrates, Phytotherapy (herbs), physical rehabilitaion, posture correction.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
I am happy to work with prescribing practitioners to taper/discontinue medications.
Other Notes:  No longer practice as an RN, 16 years of critical care nursing valuable in understanding the complex conditions that impact psychological function.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Anxiety
Chronic pain
Chronic fatigue
Fibromyalgia
Multiple chemical sensitivities
Chronic neck and back pain


Jason Jun Song, O.M.D., L.Ac., Dipl. AC,
Jason Song Acupuncture & Herbs Inc
19231 Victory Blvd. Suite 211
Reseda, CA 91335 USA
Phone:  (818) 757-1269
Fax:  (818) 757-0281
Email:  magicneedle@yahoo.com
Website:  www.neuroacu.com
Type of Practitioner:  Zhu's Scalpacupuncture specialist. Acupuncurist, Chinese Herbalist
Type of Treatments:  Acupuncture, electrical-acupuncture, Zhu's style scalpacupuncture,herbal medicine, cupping, Chinese therapeutic massage
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  Trained in China with over 13 years experience in neurological & orthopedic rehab and pain management. WE TREAT ONLY NEUROLOGICAL AND ORTHOPEDIC RELATED DISEASES.


Jason Jun Song, O.M.D., L.Ac., Dipl AC.,
Jason Song Acupunture & Herbs Inc.
19231 Victory Blvd. Suite 11
Reseda, CA 91335 USA
Phone:  (818) 757-1269
Fax:  (818) 757-0281
Email:  magicneedle@yahoo.com
Website:  www.neuroacu.com
Type of Practitioner:  Zhu's Scalpacupuncture specialist, Acupuncturist, Chinese Herbalist
Type of Treatments:  Acupunture, Electrical-acupunture, Zhu's style scalpacupuncture, herbal medicine, cupping, Chinese therapeutic massage
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  Trained in China with over 13 years experience in neurological and orthopedic rehab and pain management.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Stroke
Post stroke Paralysis
Aphasia
Dysphagia (swallowing disorder)
Neurological conditions
Orthopedic conditions


Randy Martin
Optimal Health 4 U
23332 Valencia Blvd
Valencia, CA 91355 USA
Phone:  (661) 312 9868
Email:  Drrandymartin@drrandymartin.com
Website:  http://www.drrandymartin.com/
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopath, Homeopath, Acupunturist, Nutritionist, Nutritional Counseling, Neurotransmitter testing
Type of Treatments:  Homeopathy, Acupuncture, Chinese Herbs, Nutrition, Diet
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
I use neurotransmitter testing, traditional Chinese medicine and homeopathy.
Other Notes:  Warm, supportive environment since 1983
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Any client is a great client.


Beth Theodore, L.Ac
The Norris Center
18384 Clark Street
Tarzana, CA 91356 USA
Phone:  (818) 776-0031
Email:  lac_beth@yahoo.com
Website:  www.beththeodore.com
Type of Practitioner:  Acupuncturist
Type of Treatments:  Acupuncture, Chinese herbs, Nutritional supplements, Bach flower remedies, Essential Oils, Neuro-emotional technique.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
I would only assist the patient if they choose to discontinue use of psychiatric drugs.
Other Notes:  With the various modalities I incorporate, I help to balance the mood and body which can lead to the recovery of the individual.
Types of clients served:
Depressed Patients
Anxiety
Nervousness
Bi-polar
Chronic fatigue
Stress burnout


Melissa Metcalfe, B.S. N.D.
Natural Solutions
870 Hampshire Road Suite E
Westlake Village, CA 91361 USA
Phone:  (805) 374-7363
Fax:  (805) 374-7365
Email:  dr.melissa@naturalsolutions.com
Website:  www.naturalsolutions.com
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopathic Physician
Type of Treatments:  Comprehensive natural healthcare practice featuring nutrition, lifestyle changes, herbal medicine, homeopathy, vitamins, amino acids, minerals, exercise, etc.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
Behavior
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Varies with each patient and their stability and history.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Gary E. Erkfritz, D.C.
Brain Balance Achievement Center of Westlake
650 Hampsire Road Ste. 102
Westlake Village, CA 91361 USA
Phone:  (805) 371-8082
Email:  drgary@drgaryerkfritz.com
Website:  www.drgarye.com
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractor, Nutritionist
Type of Treatments:  Structureal, including chiropractic and craniopathy, chemical including nutrition and homeopathy. Mental/emotional using NeuroEmotional Technique
We don't use a psychiatric diagnosis
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
We do not take people off of meds, but work closely with their physician to help eliminate need for psychiatric drugs.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens


Marcy Sproull, L.Ac.
23123 Ventura Boulevard
Suite 104-A
Woodland Hills, CA 91364 USA
Phone:  (818) 225-1264
Type of Practitioner:  Acupuncturist
Type of Treatments:  Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens


Marilynn Snow Jones, D.C.
Center for Wellness and Longevity
23161 Ventura Blvd. Ste 209
Woodland Hills, CA 91364 USA
Phone:  (818) 222-2080
Fax:  818-222-1437
Email:  wholistichealer@earthlink.net
Website:  www.wholistichealer.com
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractor
Type of Treatments:  Non-force Chiropractic, NAET (Nambudripad Allergy Elimination Technique), EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique), Clinical Nutrition, Detoxification, Stress Management, etc.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Other Notes:  Please see website for more information
Types of clients served:
Depressed Patients
Anxiety
Post traumatic stress syndrome patients
Pain management naturally, etc.


Steven C. Kassel, MFT, BCIA-c, BCIA-EEG,
Biofeedback and Family Therapy Center
23560 Lyons Avenue, 204
Newhall, CA 91381 USA
Phone:  (661) 259-3704
Fax:  (661) 259-3704
Email:  s@kassel.us
Website:  s@kassel.us
Type of Practitioner:  MFT, Biofeedback
Type of Treatments:  Biofeedback, Neurofeedback, EMDR, Patient Education, Counseling
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
When a case is out of control, I will recommend MD consult, but not aas an end all to treatment.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Not licensed, but when they do biofeedback or neurofeedback, they are encouraged to talk to their MD to take them off or reduce dosage.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Timothy R. Campbell, D.C.
Jacquot Lani Campbell, F.E. P.
Chiropractic Center for Healing
4419 Van Nuys Blvd. #200
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403 USA
Phone:  (818) 783-5025
Fax:  (818) 783-0743
Email:  trcdc@cyberhotline.com
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractic
Type of Treatments:  Herbs, Homeopathy (Homotoxicology), Cranio-sacral therapy, Applied Kinesiology, Neuro-Emotional technique, Nutrition, Vitamins
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens


Tonya Brooks, Licensed Midwife
Dr. Swerdloff, Victoria Arcardi, D,C,
Natural Birth & Women's Associates
14140 Magnolia Blvd
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423 USA
Phone:  (818) 386-1082
Fax:  (818) 386-9374
Email:  nbwc@ix.netcom
Website:  www.gr8birth.com
Type of Practitioner:  Consultations and test for various things, such as hormone testing. She refers to qualified practitioners.
Type of Treatments:  Homeopathic, non-drug, herbal supplements. In general, natural remedies
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
We do not condone the use of these drugs especially for pregnant women. It is clearly dangeous to both mother and child.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
People who are under our scope of practice
Other Notes:  Tonya is a Scientologist and thus will understand the needs of other Scientologists, but we welcome everyone.
Types of clients served:
Pregnant women or women in general feelling they have hormonal problems or troubles that they need a second opinion on, or testing to be done. Please let us know if you can use us in your referals.


Robert A. Schwartz, D.C.
Hygiea Health and Wellness
13425 Ventura Blvd. #102
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423 USA
Phone:  (818) 788-8242
Fax:  (818) 788-8232
Email:  Drrobdc@sbcglobal.net
Website:  www.schwartzdc.com
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractic Nutritionist
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition Response Testing, Allergy Elimination Technique, Bio-Energetic Synchronization Technique, and lifestyle management.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
As health improves, drugs become less necessary and can be reduced by the prescribing physician
Other Notes:  As I chiropractor it is illegal for us to take people off of drugs.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Everyone deserves optimal health. All are welcome.


Daniel E. Grosz, M.D.
Integrative Psychiatry
16661 Ventura Boulevard
Suite 603
Encino, CA 91436 USA
Phone:  (818) 386-0500
Fax:  (818) 386-2019
Email:  drdanielgrosz@gmail.com
Website:  www.holisticpsychiatrist.byregion.net
Type of Practitioner:  M.D., Child Adolescent and Adult Psychiatrist
Type of Treatments:  Nutritional Supplements
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
For severe symptoms and/or when other treatments have failed. The length of medication treatment will depened on each case risk-benefit assessment.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  YN
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Depression
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Bipolar Disorder
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Social Anxiety Disorder
ADHD


Nancy Mullan, M.D.
2829 W. Burbank Blvd.
Suite 202
Burbank, CA 91505 USA
Phone:  (818) 954-9267
Fax:  (818) 954-0620
Email:  nancymullanmd@aol.com
Type of Practitioner:  Nutritional Psychiatry
Type of Treatments:  Nutritional Therapy, Allergy Testing, Herbal Therapy, Heavy Metals Testing and Treatment. I also do psychotherapy, if the client wishes, after physical sources have been eliminated.
I diagnose the physical problems which underlie the psychiatric symptoms naming and treating them.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
I recommend psychiatric drugs only occasionally.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
My interventions usually make a gradual reduction in medication possible.
Other Notes:  I also treat PMS, Menopausal Syndrome, Yeast (Candida), and Parasites, any of which may cause psychiatric symptoms.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Anxiety
ADD
Mania
Autism Spectrum Disorder


Charlene Thorburn, D.C.
Thorburn Chiropractic and Wellness Center
1612 W. Burbank Blvd
Burbank, CA 91506 USA
Phone:  818-841-1313
Website:  Coming Soon!
Type of Practitioner:  Doctor of Chiropractic
Type of Treatments:  Lab work, food allergies, body purification, tutoring, nutrition, chiropractic, no TV, enough sleep.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens (includes those classified as "ADD," "ADHD," or "hyperactive."
Depressed patient
Clients classified as "autistic."
Mentally retarded
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease


Craig Jace ND, DOM, LAc, PA-C
Ram Prakash, MD
Jace Biointegrative Center
10843 Magnolia Blvd #1
North Hollywood, CA 91601 USA
Phone:  (818) 505-8610
Fax:  (818) 505-8630
Website:  www.jacemedical.com
Type of Practitioner:  MD, ND
Type of Treatments:  Herbal, Acupuncture, nutritional, IV nutrients, injection therapy, homeopathy, drug therapy, neurofeedback
Both
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Last resort and temporary only
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Work with the MD that has prescribed the meds.


Gary Sztanski
Toluca Lake Medical Management
10202 Riverside Drive
Toluca Lake, CA 91602 USA
Phone:  (818) 760-3611
Fax:  (818) 506-1739
Type of Practitioner:  Nutritionist
Type of Treatments:  Supplements and diet
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Give them information and send them to a doctor
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients
Psychotic Patients (Includes those classified as "schizophrenic" or "bipolar.")
Clients classified as "autistic".
Mentally retarded
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease
Physical pain mostly


Ronald Wempen, M.D.
The Environmental Medical Center of Orange County
14795 Jeffrey Road #101
Irvine, CA 91618 USA
Phone:  (949) 551-8751
Fax:  (949) 551-1272
Type of Practitioner:  M.D., Environmental Medicine (Nutrition, Allergy Testing)
Type of Treatments:  Allergy testing, search for chronic microorganisms and toxic metals.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
These titles are not helpful in formulating a treatment plan.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
We prefer more safe and natural approaches, wearing patients off the drugs slowly, which they already are on, and IF they respond to treatment.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Depressed patients
Psychotic patients
Autistic patients
Chronic fatigue, allergies, chronic pain, PMS, etc. etc.


Barbara Churchill, M.Ed
BodyMind Therapy, Inc.
406 S. Mountain Avenue
Claremont, CA 91711-5102 USA
Phone:  (909) 624-2459
Fax:  (909) 498-9744
Email:  bchurchill@bodymindbalance.com
Website:  www.bodymindbalance.com
Type of Practitioner:  Nutritional consultant, Counselor
Type of Treatments:  Nutritional supplements, amino acid therapy, diet, bodywork, counseling.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
My colleagues are a psychiatrist and a physician's assistant who monitors the patients progress on amino acids.
Other Notes:  I have been a holistic practitioner for 27 years.
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients
Clients with leaky gut and with body pain.


James Privitera, M.D.
Nutriscreen
256 W. San Bernardino Road
Covina, CA 91723. USA
Phone:  (626) 966-1618
Fax:  (626) 966-7226
Website:  www.privitera.com
Type of Practitioner:  M.D. Alternative medicine
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition, allergy testing, chelation, hair analysis, etc.
Doesn't diagnose
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Not unless everything else doesn't work - he is against it.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Troubled children or teens (Includes those classified as "ADD", "ADHD, or hyperactive.")
Depressed patients
Clients classified as "autistic".
Mentally retarded
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease


Ryan N. Harrison, MA, NC, HHP, EFT-ADV,
Be Whole...Be Well
2247 Third Street
La Verne, CA 91750 USA
Phone:  (909) 455-7946
Email:  info@BeWholeBeWell.com
Website:  www.bewholebewell.com
Type of Practitioner:  Certified Holistic Health Practitioner,Certified Holistic Nutritionist, Advanced Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Pr
Type of Treatments:  Nutritional Consultation, Lifestyle Guidance, EFT/ Energy Psychology (NOT talk therapy), Energywork (Reiki, Quantum-Touch), Transpersonal Spiritual Counsseling
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  YN
Other Notes:  Free 15-minute phone consultation: (909) 455-7946
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Wide variety of Physical ailments
Bereavment
Sexual Dysfunction
Phobias
Self-Esteem Issues
Spiritual crises


Luke Cua
ELIM Health Center
8526 E. Garvey Avenue
Rosemead, CA 91770 USA
Phone:  (626) 307-9400
Fax:  (626) 307-9445
Email:  herbal@newvita.com
Website:  www.newvita.com
Type of Practitioner:  O.M.D., LA.c, Chinese Herbalist, Acupuncturist
Type of Treatments:  Herbal, Acupuncture and Tui-na
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


David Getoff
19096 Deerhorn Valley Road
Jamul, CA
San Diego, CA 91935 USA
Phone:  (619) 468-6846
Website:  www.naturopath4U.com
Type of Practitioner:  Clinical Nutritionist, Naturopath
Type of Treatments:  Diet, vitamins, herbs, glandulars, homeopathy, Enderlein remedies (Swedish homeopathic remedies), colon cleansing, exercise, flower essences and others
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
I help the body to heal itself; To reduce or eliminate the need for drugs
Other Notes:  Inititial consultation about 4 1/2 hours. Please note: He is commonly booked up 1-2 months in advance -
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens (Includes those classified as "ADD", "ADHD, or hyperactive.") If not too rebellious to comply with treatment.
Depressed patients
Clients classified as "autistic".
Mentally retarded
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease


Eating Disorder Referral and Information Center
2923 Sandy Pointe Ste. 6
Del Mar, CA 92014 USA
Phone:  (858) 792-7463
Email:  ed@edreferral.com
Website:  www.edreferral.com
Type of Practitioner:  Nutritionists, Psychotherapists, M.D.s
Type of Treatments:  Many styles of alternative health
To describe behavior only.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Individual case by case basis
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  Work with eating disorder clients, anorexia, bulimia, body image issues, obesity, compulsive eating behavior.
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients
Eating Disorder clients
Trauma Issues


David Shannahoff-Khalsa
P.O. Box 2708
Del Mar, CA 92014 USA
Phone:  (858) 755-0539
Email:  dsk@ucsd.edu
Website:  www.theinternetyogi.com
Type of Practitioner:  Kundalini Yoga Mediatation Therapy
Type of Treatments:  A wide variety of Kundalini Yoga meditation techniques specific for a range of mental disorders, specializing in OCD and other anxiety related disorders.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
During the course of therapy with Kundalini Yoga, more than half of my patients have been able to completely eliminate medication(s).
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Obsessive Compulsive Disorders
Tourette's Syndrome
Addiction
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Anxiety Patients


Mark H. LaBeau. D.O.
Center for Advanced Medicine
4403 Manchester Avenue, Suite 107
Encinitas, CA 92024 USA
Phone:  (760) 632-9042
Fax:  (960) 632-0574
Website:  www.ctradvmed.com
Type of Practitioner:  Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.), Integrative Medicine
Type of Treatments:  Diet, oral & IV nutritional supplements, manipulative medicine, acupuncture, colonics, natural hormonal therapy, allergy and toxic metal treatment and chelation therapy.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
Short term by patient request or for significant depression or anxiety
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Ideally, through a coordinated effort with the prescribing physician
Other Notes:  Overall treatment focus is to incorporate the patient into their treatment through the most natural means possible starting with diet.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
ADHD or hyperactive.


Steve Emig, H.H.P., M.C.H
Steve Emig Classical Homeopathy
121 West E Street
San Diego County
Encinitas, CA 92024 USA
Phone:  (760) 943-0192
Email:  steve@homeopathyencinitas.com
Website:  www.homeopathyencinitas.com
Type of Practitioner:  Homeopath
Type of Treatments:  Classical homeopathy mainly, nutritional counselling if necessary
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Under homeopathic care patients often find they need less and less of their psychiatric drugs.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
ADD/ADHD
Anxiety
Learning disorders
Addictions
Bipolar


Alan Gatlin, M.S., IMFT
The Counseling Center
2204 El Camino Real
Suite 310
Oceanside, CA 92054 USA
Phone:  (760) 734-4583
Email:  gatlina@oltci.com
Type of Practitioner:  Marriage and Family Therapist Intern, #68816
Type of Treatments:  Ericksonian Clinical Hypnosis
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Emotional Freedom Technique
Prolonged Exposure Therapy
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Work with other professionals who prescribe drug therapy, work for the lease invasive approach
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
I work with other professionals in detox and titration regimens.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Tracy Sherwood
Sherwood Therapeutic Tutoring & Detox Resources
San Diego, CA 92092 USA
Phone:  (888) 534-8886
Email:  superphonics@earthlink.net
Website:  http://superphonics.com/new_site/testimonials.html
Type of Practitioner:  Parents Educational resources - therapetuic tutor
Type of Treatments:  Provide quiet theapeutic programs for increased awareness, extroverion, presence, social connection, therapeutic tutoring. All addressing the spiritual being. Non-lecturing or probing with talk
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
I acutally denounce the use of psychotropic drugs
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  -
I provide Safe Harbor link to find safe resourcs and recommend the client speak with the doctor to assist in coming off if they so decide.
Types of clients served:
Classified as Autistic
Troubled teens
Children labeled with ADD, ADHD, dyslexic, asperger's and more.


Estelle Toby Goldstein, MD
4521 Park Blvd #C
San Diego, CA 92116 USA
Phone:  (619) 296-6563
Fax:  (866) 523-9169
Email:  docteurq@docteurq.com
Website:  www.docteurq.com
Type of Practitioner:  MD, psychiatrist, psychopharmacologist, Natural Alternative Psychiatry, Mind-Body Medicine
Type of Treatments:  Vitamin/mineral/amino acids. EFT NLF
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Usually only prescribe to taper people off of prescription drugs and transition onto natural substances.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
I slowly taper a patient off of drugs to avoid any discomfort. I simultaneiously can give natural substances to deminish side effects of wit
Other Notes:  I am credentialed in Functional Medicine and only use evidence-based treatment.
Testimonials Page:  Estelle Toby Goldstein, MD
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients
ambulatory outpatient Drug/alcohol withdrawal
anxiety - adult-only (18 and over outpatient only
bipolar
fibromyalgia and other pain syndromes
chronic fatigue syndrome
Morgellen's


Joe Merlo, D.C.
Good Vibrations Family Chiropractic
408 Adams Avenue
San Diego, CA 92116 USA
Phone:  (619) 281-1234
Email:  lbl-gvc@thundersem.com
Website:  goodvibrationschiropractic.com
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractor
Type of Treatments:  Adjustments, Shifting awareness towards a more vitalistic and energetic way of living. We empower you to take responsiblilty for your own health. Make your own health care decisions.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Other Notes:  Practice is safe oasis which facilitaes your best psssible chiropractic adustment.
Testimonials Page:  Joe Merlo, D.C.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Families and people that want to live a healthy life.


Nicola McFadzean, N.D.
BioHealth Centers
11770 Bernardo Plaza Court
Suite 206
Rancho Bernardo, CA 92117 USA
Phone:  (858) 217-2188
Fax:  (858) 217-2199
Email:  drnicola@biohealthcenters.com
Website:  www.biohealthcenters.com
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopathic Doctor
Type of Treatments:  Clinical nutrition, detoxification programs, natural hormone therapy, herbal medicine, functional medicine.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Depression
Anxiety
Eating Disorders
OCD
Autistic spectrum disorders


Gabrielle Traub, M. Tech (HOM)
3268 Governor Drive
San Diego, CA 92122 USA
Phone:  (858) 531-5279/ (858) 457-0374 ext 0
Email:  drtraub@san.rr.com
Website:  www.pamperyou.com/homeo.htm
Type of Practitioner:  Doctor of Homeopathy
Type of Treatments:  Primarily homeopathic medicine. Sometimes herbs & supplements.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Not if harmful to the patient or others. If safe to do so we can slowly wean the patient off the medication.
Other Notes:  Mental illness is poorly understood. Doctors too readily prescribe drugs. I have had wonderful effects using homeopathy, which goes to the root of the problem, effectively restoring balance to the body & mind, without side effects of drugs.
Testimonials Page:  Gabrielle Traub, M. Tech (HOM)
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Anxiety
Depression
Bipolar
Behavioral problems ADD, ADHD, hyperactive
Learning problems
Sleeping/eating disorders
Austistic
Addictions


Priscilla Anne Slagle, MD
The Way Up
946 Avenida Palos Verdes
Palm Springs, CA 92262-5714 USA
Phone:  760-323-4259
Fax:  760-322-7608
Email:  pslagle@thewayup.com
Website:  www.TheWayUp.com
Type of Practitioner:  M.D.
Type of Treatments:  Diet supplements, diet changed, herbs, natural hormones
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  YN
See as manifestation of chemical imbalance
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
Antidepressants only, low dose, when needed until natural takes effect, or when weaning someone from these meds.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Those with any chronic illness
Allergies
Candida
HRT
Anti-aging programs
Peak performance and fitness


Jonathan Kalman, ND
Good Old Fashioned Medicine
8950 Villa La Jolla Drive, Suite A107
San Diego, CA 92307 USA
Phone:  (858) 450-7120
Fax:  (858) 450-7170
Email:  Jon@DrKalman.com
Website:  www.GoodOldFashionedMedicine.com
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopathic Medical Doctor (ND)
Type of Treatments:  Homepathy, Amino acids, Nutrition, IV nutrition
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
As long as you have a primary care physician that you have contact with.
Types of clients served:
All mental health condtions


Marcus Stewart Ettinger, BSc, D.C.
Advanced Healing Arts
41607 Margarita Road #10
Temecula, CA 92591 USA
Phone:  (951) 719-3233
Fax:  (951) 719-3213
Email:  temecula@advancedlaserclinics.com
Website:  www.advancedhealing.com
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractor
Type of Treatments:  Chiropractic, Diet, Nutritional Supplements, Exercise, Study Technology
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Only if the patient is SERIOUS about getting themselves off the drugs will I take the case!
Testimonials Page:  Marcus Stewart Ettinger, BSc, D.C.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Marcus Stewart Ettinger, B.Sc (Human Bio
California Academy of Health
41607 Margarita Road #10
Temecula, CA 92591 USA
Phone:  (951) 719-3233
Fax:  (951) 719-3213
Email:  askthedoctor@coah.com
Website:  www.caoh.com
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractor, Alternative Medicine Practitioner.
Type of Treatments:  Chiropractic, Diet, Nutritional Supplements, Exercise, Study Technology
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Only if the patient is SERIOUS about getting themselves off the drugs will I accept the case.
Testimonials Page:  Marcus Stewart Ettinger, B.Sc (Human Bio
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Allan Sosin, M.D.
Institute for Progressive Medicine
4 Hughes #175
Irvine, CA 92618 USA
Phone:  (949) 600-5100
Fax:  (949) 600-5101
Email:  asosinmd@earthlink.net
Type of Practitioner:  M.D., Internal Medicine
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition, Stress management, IV treatments, allergies, heavy metal detox
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Depressed patients
Clients classified as "autistic"
Mentally retarded
Clients classifed with Alzheimer's Disease
Substance abuse


Yee-Wing Tong, M.D.
East-West Wellness and Pain Center
2790 Harbor Blvd Ste. 300
Costa Mesa, CA 92626 USA
Phone:  714-556-8664
Email:  drtong@drtong.com
Website:  www.drtong.com
Type of Practitioner:  M.D. - trained in Anesthesiology
Type of Treatments:  Neuro-BioEnergetics (injection of acupuncture points), acupuncture, herbs, homeopathy, nutrition.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
All western diagnoses are symptoms and of no help. I treat the underlying cause to CURE the disease.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
With my method, I can usualy get them off drugs within the first couple of treatments without withdrawal problems. No matter how long and h
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Troubled children or teents (includes those classified as "ADD," "ADHD," or "hyperactive."
Depressed patient
Psychotic patients (includes those classified as "schizophrenic" or"bipolar.")
Clients classified as "autistic."
Mentally retarded
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease.


Steven Bruno, CCDC
Allan Sosin, M.D.
Pur Detox
2949 South Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, CA 92651 USA
Phone:  (888) 803-3069
Fax:  (888) 80-DETOX
Email:  admissions@purdetox.com
Website:  www.purdetox.com
Type of Practitioner:  M.D., Naturopaths
Type of Treatments:  Medically supervised detox to get the person completely drug free at the end of their stay.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Wean down plus vitamin drips, assists, drug bombs,etc.
Other Notes:  Most comfortable physical detox available.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Drug addicted
Alcohol
Meth addicted
Heavy opiate users
antidepressants
Xanax, Ativan, Soma
Narco addicted
Toxicity of any kind (sauna program)


Kenneth Connor
Shannon Connor
631 Irvine Avenue
Newport Beach, CA 92663 USA
Phone:  (949) 642-0888
Fax:  (949) 942-5660
Email:  DrShannon@earthlink.net & KCDC@earthlink.net
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractor, Upper Cervical Specialist
Type of Treatments:  Upper Cervical Treatments, well versed in nutrition and other holistic practices
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Can refer to other practitioners who do so naturally
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens (Includes those classified as "ADD", "ADHD, or hyperactive.")
We have treated a number of different mental health clients. The premise is that a balanced spine improves health and allows proper communication with the body.


Edward Butts, MPH, RD, HFI
Nutritionist, Registered Dietician
IN SHAPE NUTRITION
1531 Baker Street
Costa Mesa, CA 92672 USA
Phone:  (949) 716-3003
Email:  EButts11@cox.net
Website:  www.inshapenutrition.com
Type of Practitioner:  Nutritionist
Type of Treatments:  Conduct Individual Comprehensive Evaluation and Assessment of Nutritional Status, Measure Metabolic Rate, Caloric intake, Nutritent intake and ration, Evaluate factors affecting health. Lifestyle, eating patterns, exercise.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
I would work in support of his/her physician to wean off medication.
Other Notes:  I believe that antidepressants are slowly creating a very ill population in the US
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Nancy Savinelli, MA, ND
New Health Solutionz
30100 Crown Valley Parkway, Ste. 35
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 USA
Phone:  (949) 495-0606
Fax:  (949) 493-4877
Email:  nsavinelli@cox.net
Website:  www.nsavinelli.com
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopath, Certified EEG Biofeedback
Type of Treatments:  Whole food vitamins and nutrition, detoxification, QXCI & Bicomm Energy Medicine, Microcurrent for pain and muscle tone, Loomis Enzyme protocol, Hormone Saliva test, Hormone balancing, Female issues
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  YN
Will only work with approval of client's MD or psychiatrist. Not legal or ethical to intefere with MD prescriptions.
Other Notes:  When the body is balanced and the diet is right, the body can use its innate wisdom to heal.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Hormone imbalance
Fatigue
General Health Conditions
Pain
Toxic


David Steenblock, D.O.
The Brain Therapeutics Medical Clinic
26381 Crown Valley Parkway
Suite 130
Mission Viejo, CA 92691 USA
Phone:  (800) 300-1063
Fax:  (949) 367-9779
Email:  steenblockresearch@lycos.com
Website:  http://www.strokedoctor.com
Type of Practitioner:  Doctor of Osteopathy
Type of Treatments:  Nutritional therapies, hyperbaric oxygen, pulsed electromagnetic therapy, external counterpulsation, biofeedback, alcohol and drug detoxification, metal chelation
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Short term and gradual withdrawal as person shows improvement with alternative therapies.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
We specialize in neurological disorders including stroke, traumatic brain injury, Parkinson's, Multiple Sclerosis, Cerebral Palsy, Alzheimer's Disease, Macular Degeneration, Cardovascular Disease, and chronic degenerative diseases.


Jeremy E. Kaslow, M.D., FACP, FACAAI
720 North Tustin Avenue
Suite 206
Santa Ana, CA 92705 USA
Phone:  (714) 565-1032
Fax:  (714) 565-1035
Email:  drkaslow@drkaslow.com
Website:  drkaslow.com
Type of Practitioner:  Medical Doctor (UCLA 1984)
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition, Appropriate supplementation, NET, TFT, etc.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Crisis intervention only or when tapering an individual off of an already prescribed agent.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
As medically appropriate
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients
PMS
Migraines
Weight Management, etc.
and other conditions related to neurotransmitter imblances.


Allen Green, M.D.
Center for Optimum Health
18153 Brookhurst
Fountain Valley, CA 92708 USA
Phone:  (714) 378-5656
Fax:  (714) 378-5650
Email:  info@c4oh.com
Website:  In Progress
Type of Practitioner:  M.D.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
When necessary. Varies by case/patient
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens (includes those classified as "ADD" "ADHD", or "Hyperactive")
Depressed Patients
Mentally Retarded
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease


Gary P. Ruelas
Integrative Medical Institute
707 East Chapman Avenue
Orange, CA 92866 USA
Phone:  (714) 771-2880
Fax:  (714) 771-2603
Type of Practitioner:  D.O., Ph.D., Osteopathic Family Medicine, Nutritional Medicine, Psychosomatic Medicine
Type of Treatments:  Nutritional Medicine, Electro-Medicine, Herbal Remedies, Osteopathic Treatment
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Short term acute states for as brief of a time as possible.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
I attempt to address underlying issues such as heavy metal toxicity, vitamin deficiencies, electrolyte imbalances, then wean them off.
Other Notes:  A holistic practitioner - both a medical physician and clinical psychologist. As a healer I enter into a partnership with my patients.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Anxiety Disorder
Victims of trauma


Rona Thau, BSc. DC
4482 Market Street, Suite 402
(By appointment only)
Ventura, CA 93003 USA
Phone:  (805) 218-5351
Website:  www.simplybeing.com
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractor, Yoga & Meditation Teacher
Type of Treatments:  Whole health, personalized plans for anti-aging, Repair and Maintainece for the Body and Mind, Nutrition, Weight Management, Force-Free Chirpractic, Response Testing, Allergy Eliminatio, Yoga & Meditation, Whole Health Plans, Children and
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Helping of drugs in conjunction with MD
Other Notes:  Phone consultations available
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


James Aylor, N.D., D.C.
Ksenjia Peharda, M.D.
Camarillo Springs Holistic Medical Center
816 Camarillo Springs Road
Camarillo, CA 93010 USA
Phone:  (805) 987-1800
Fax:  (805) 987-5311
Email:  Nathan@CamarilloMedical.com
Website:  www.camarillomedical.com
Type of Practitioner:  M.D.s, Chiropractors, QME, Naturopath and Intenal Medicine
Type of Treatments:  Family medicine, Chiropractic, Physical Therapy, Allergy Elimination, Memory enhancement and nutrition.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Nutrition programs help patients off drugs with M.D. help.
Other Notes:  We will do our best to see that you and your family have a healthy drug-free life.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Chronic pain
Weight problems
Eating disorders
Specialize in getting children off o drugs for "ADD/ADHD"
Patients off of any harmful drugs they may be taking.


Ronda LaRue. M.S.
703 Tico Road
Ojai, CA 93023 USA
Email:  info@OjaiSoulArts.com
Type of Practitioner:  Body-centered practitioner
Type of Treatments:  Breath work, Dance, Yoga, Meditation, body-centered focusing dialogue, biothrology, entrainement (CES, vibroacoustic, HeartMath, etc) and orthomolecular diet/nutrition, movement, biofeedback, support and healing retreats.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Breath work, Dance, Yoga, Meditation, body-centered focusing dialogue, biothrology, entrainement (CES, vibroacoustic, HeartMath, etc) and orthomolecular diet/nutrition
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health
Depression
Addiction (particluarly alcohol)
Health and life crisis


Robert Woodson, Ph.D.
Louise Werner, M.A.
OTT BIOLIGHT SYSTEMS, Inc.
28 Parker Way
Santa Barbara, CA 93101 USA
Phone:  (805) 564-3467
Fax:  (805) 564-2147
Email:  bob@ottbiolight.com louise@ottbiolight.com
Website:  www.ottbiolight.com
Type of Practitioner:  Providers of light therapy systems to relieve problems of seasonal an non-seasonal depression, PMS and sleep disorders
Type of Treatments:  Use to reduce the risk of osteoporosis, breast, colon and prostrate cancer. We recommend medical consultation followed by prescribed light therapy treatment
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
We use the DSM IV to describe symptoms of behavior only, not to diagnose.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
We work to educate psychiatrists and other medical professionals about the benefits of light therapy over medication.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
We recommend the use of light therapy independently or as an adjunct to drugs if the patient's psychiatrist deems these necessary.
Other Notes:  Harvard Psychiatrist Joseph Glenmullen reports antidepressants to be only 5% better than placebo, while Daniel Kripke, M.D. of UC San Diego reports 35% patient improvement with bright light therapy alone.
Testimonials Page:  Robert Woodson, Ph.D.
Types of clients served:
Patients with risk factors for osteoporosis, breast, colon and prostrate cancer, those with jet lag, PMS or sleep disorders, and others whose circadian rhythms are out of balance like night shift workers and those deprived of natural light.


Jacob Bastomski, D.C., D.I.B.C.N
State Street Chiropractic
1625 State Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101 USA
Phone:  (805) 569-5000
Fax:  (805) 687-7737
Email:  jacob@drbastomski.com
Website:  drbastomski.com
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractor and board certified chiropractic neurologist
Type of Treatments:  Diet modification, nutritional supplements, spinal adjustments.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  YN
Describes behavior
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
By law and preference chiropractors do not prescribe drugs.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
This is something which the patient must do with the assistance of the medical physician who put them on the drugs.
Other Notes:  Patients must be willing to modify their diet and realize the benefit of treatment may not be noticed for several months.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens.


Luc Maes
Maes Center for Natural Health Care
19 E. Mission Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101 USA
Phone:  (805) 563-8660
Fax:  (805) 563-8662
Email:  doctor@maescenter.com
Website:  www.maescenter.com
Type of Practitioner:  Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine Doctor of Chiropractic Classical Homepath
Type of Treatments:  Classical Homeopathy Clinical nutrition, botanical, detox Applied Kinesiology
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
We work side by side with medical specialists.
Testimonials Page:  Luc Maes
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Auto immune conditions
CFIDS
Fibromyalgia
MS
Seizures


Ralph Sanchez, L.Ac., CNS, D.Hom.
Functional Health Solutions
P.O. Box 223153
Carmel, CA 93922 USA
Phone:  (831) 624 2283
Fax:  (831) 624-2283
Email:  sanchezintmeddoc@hotmail.com
Website:  www.functionalhealthsolutions.com
Type of Practitioner:  Licensed Acupuncturist, Board Certified Clinical Nutritioin Specialist, Diplomate Homeopathy
Type of Treatments:  Orthomolecular Medicine, Functional Medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Biological Medicine
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
If clients approach me with that desire, I will support their desire with the acknowledgement of their prescribing physician.
Other Notes:  I work with people long distance if they are not able to come into my office.
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients
Anxienty disorders
ADHD
Heavy Metal toxicity
Gastrointestinal Disorders
Chronic Fatigue/Fibromyalgia
Cardiovascular disease
Diabetes
Autoimmune Disease
Food Allergies
Women's Health
Hormone Imbalances


Jeffrey Bruno, Ph.D.
Gail Mazzucchelli, M.A., Ed. Therapist
Peninsula Child & Adolescent Assessment Clinics
1601 Bayshore Hwy Suite 123
(Also,Pacifica, CA office location)
Burlingame, CA 94010 USA
Phone:  (650) 738-0807
Email:  spiralhope@aol.com
Website:  www.childwisdom.org
Type of Practitioner:  Ph.D., Clinical Psychology, M.S., General Experimental Psychology
Type of Treatments:  Client-School Advocacy. Comprehensive Psycho-educational Assessments, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapies, Systematic Family work, and Nutritional Psychology.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
I believe that psychiatric drugs ought to be a method of last resort for most children and adolescents
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Work with parents and their physician when reducing or taking children or adolescents off of psychiatric drugs.
Other Notes:  Website shows overview of our work with a useful section on Diet and Behavior relationships.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Learning Disabilities
Neurodevelopment Dysfunctions
Attention Deficit Problems
Mood Disorders
Behavioral Problems


Alice Hanlon, MS, BA, CNC
Mariposa Healing Arts
P. O. Box 117655
Burlingame, CA 94011-7655 USA
Phone:  (650) 558-1808
Email:  alice@mariposa-nutrition.com
Website:  VitalityBites.com
Type of Practitioner:  Clinical Nutritionist (Consultations in San Francisco and San Mateo area)
Type of Treatments:  Nutritional therapy, Natural Diet strategies and supplement plans
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
I don't diagnose. My role is to look for any functional or nutritional imbalances, excesses or environmental exposures (food additives, polution, lead, etc.)
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Coming off psychiatric drugs is between patient and prescribing practitioner. I will support liver function and thus detoxification.
Other Notes:  Often environmental factors or diet can cause lead to misdiagnosis and a lifetime of drug therapy. It is important to look at the most obvious influences - diet and the environment to see what the effect upon behavior.
Types of clients served:
Depression and mood disorders, addictions, and eating disorders, ADHD, immune and allergy conditions, sleep problems, male and female hormone conditions.


Harry Wong, D.C.
Physicians Plus Medical Group
1391 Woodside Road, Suite 200
Redwood City, CA 94028 USA
Phone:  (650) 365-7775
Fax:  (650) 365-7896
Email:  docwong@aol.com
Website:  www.docwong.com
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractor
Type of Treatments:  Nutritional, Herbal Therapies
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens (Includes those classified as "ADD", "ADHD, or hyperactive.")
Depressed Patients
Clients classified as "autistic".
Mentally retarded
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease


Chris Asimos
Comprehensive Health Consulting Services
503 Dolores Street, Suite 205
700 E.Street, Suite 201, San Rafael
San Francisco, CA 94110 USA
Phone:  (415) 679-0400
Fax:  (415) 485-5554
Email:  c.asimos@gte.net
Type of Practitioner:  Research Psychologist with medical/clinical backgroud
Type of Treatments:  Applied kinesiology (TFT), Biofeedback
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
Mainly to categorize and describe behavior.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients
Adults with chronic or persistent conditions (physical as well) which defy understanding or treatment.


Richard A. Kunin, MD
2698 Pacific Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94115 USA
Phone:  (415) 346-2500
Fax:  (415) 346-4991
Type of Practitioner:  Orthomolecular Medicine and Psychiatry (Orthomolecular means: "putting nutrition first in treatment and diagnosis"
Type of Treatments:  Nutrients, herbs, hormones, enzymes and a few pharmaceuticals
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
To describe behavior
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
When appropriate to comfort patient, protect society and patient and adhere to medical liability standards of care.
Types of clients served:
All mentally disturbed clients - I have a general medical and psychiatric practice.


Melissa Margolis, L. Ac.
1883 Hayes Street
San Francisco, CA 94117 USA
Phone:  (415) 570-1084
Type of Practitioner:  Acupuncturist and Chinese herbalist
Type of Treatments:  My treatments are very gentle, aimed at relaxation and decreasing stress and anxiety, imporving depression, stabilizing moods.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Depressed patients
Anxiety
Manic behavior
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  YN
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients
Anxiety
Manic behavior


Mark Filidei, D.O.
San Francisco Preventive Medical Group
345 West Portal Ave.
San Francisco, CA 94127 USA
Phone:  (415) 566-1000
Fax:  (415) 665-6732
Website:  www.SFPMG.com
Type of Practitioner:  D.O.
Type of Treatments:  Nutritional supplements, natural hormone therapy, IV therapy (vitamins, etc.), searching exams
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
Used only when patient comes in with such a label for reference use
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Absolutely
Other Notes:  Note: Author of Article Toxic Metals and Mental Health - articles/article-toxicmetals.htm
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens (Includes those classified as "ADD", "ADHD, or hyperactive.")
Depressed patients
Psychotic Patients (Includes those classified as "schizophrenic" or "bipolar.")
Clients classified as "autistic".
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease


Joel Lopez, M.D., C.N.S
Journey to Wellness Medical Group
1500 Taylor Street
San Francisco, CA 94133 USA
Phone:  (415) 587-5602
Fax:  (415) 358-4456
Email:  jlopezmd@gmail.com
Website:  www.drjlopez.com
Type of Practitioner:  Holistic, M.D., certified nutrition specialist
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition, IV, Nutritional therapy, natural hormones, homotoxicology, homeopathy, neurotransmitter and hormone testing, food allergy testing, genomic (DNA) testing Accept insurance: No Accept Medicate: No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Only in emergencies and as long as necessary while waiting for the nutritional therapies to take effect.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Makes sure tht the patients are well informed and they're closely followed-up.
Types of clients served:
Depressed Patients
Classified as "autistic"
Mentally retarded


Alan Brauer, M.D.
Totalcare Medical Center
630 University Ave.
Palo Alto, CA 94301 USA
Phone:  (650) 329-8001
Fax:  (650) 329 0204
Email:  DrBrauer@TotalCare.org
Website:  www.TotalCare.org
Type of Practitioner:  Physician,Psychiatry/Neurology
Type of Treatments:  Nutritional, Orthomolecular, Comprehensive integrative laboratory testing
But feels they are from a chemical imbalance
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
When nutritional/orthomolecular treatment is insufficient or inadjuntively in lowest doses.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Slow withdrawal with nutritional, orthomolecular dietary support
Other Notes:  Board Certrifications, Psychiatry/Neurology, American Association of Anti-Aging Medicine, Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor, Stanford University Dept of Psychiatry
Types of clients served:
Anxiety, Panic, Adult Attention Deficit


Mark Taube
Optimal Health Center
530 University Avenue
Palo Alto, CA 94301 USA
Phone:  (650) 327-9227
Email:  mark555@worldnet.att.net
Type of Practitioner:  Acupuncturist
Type of Treatments:  Ayurvedic Medicine, Chinese Medicine, Herbology, Acupuncture, Nutrition, Homeopathy
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
No, unless working with a psych
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Yes, whenever indicates patient will still be okay
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Troubled children or teens (Includes those classified as "ADD", "ADHD, or hyperactive.")
Depressed Patients
Psychotic Patients (Includes those classified as "schizophrenic" or "bipolar.")
Clients classified as "autistic".
Mentally retarded
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease


Astara Marcia, M.F.A. World Music, N.D.
Homeopathy (India/U.S.)
Global Music and Healing Arts
3790 El Camino #396
Palo Alto, CA 94306 USA
Phone:  (650) 568-1100
Email:  globalmusichealingarts@yahoo.com
Type of Practitioner:  Homeopath, Naturopathy-Sound Healer, Nutritionist, Herbalist, Light and Color Therapist, Medical Intuitive, Yoga Teach
Type of Treatments:  Combination of treatments which are individually suited for patients needs according to individual requirements.
To describe behavior ONLY.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  We also use bio-oxidative therapy which for many people is still a new field.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Over the past 25 years I have worked internationally with all different types of clients and conditions.


Chirstine Hardy
1079 Mohr Lande
Concord, CA 94518 USA
Phone:  (925) 548-8813
Email:  cnhardy@hotmail.com
Type of Practitioner:  MA in Holistic Nutrition and Certified Nutrition Educator child-adult
Type of Treatments:  I use herbs, vitamins and whole foods to holistically treat the client.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Any issue child-adult


Christine Hardy
Holistic Nutrition
395 Civic Drive, Suite C
Pleasant Hill, CA 94518 USA
Phone:  (925) 726-0300
Email:  cnhardy3@hotmail.com
Type of Practitioner:  M.A. Holistic Nutritionist, Certified Nutrition Educator
Type of Treatments:  I use vitamins, herbs and whole foods.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Diabetes
Weight issues
Depression
Any ailment child-adult


Jeremiah W. Anderson
Organic Superfoods International
20003 Summerridge Drive
Castro Valley, CA 94552 USA
Phone:  (510) 537-8855
Fax:  (801) 749-7214
Email:  searanch@ix.netcom.com
Website:  www.celltech.com
Type of Practitioner:  Nutritionist
Type of Treatments:  Better digestion and assimilation of foods and better nutrition through supplements and protection against free radical damage.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
If my client is interested in weaning themselves away from their medication, I recommend they work with their medical doctor.
Other Notes:  A well nourished body doesn't make mistakes, it knows how to heal itself and stay healthy.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Degenerative diseases (Diabetes, obesity, ulcers, bronchitis, eczema, lupus, arthritis, etc.
Those interested in improving there health.


Eleanor Hynote, M.D.
Phoenix Medical Group
935 Trancas Street
Suite1A
Napa, CA 94558 USA
Phone:  (707) 255-4172
Fax:  (707) 255-2605
Email:  phoenixmedgrp@aol.com
Type of Practitioner:  Internist and Clinical Nutritionist
Type of Treatments:  Nutritional Therapy
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  -
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
For less than one year if possible
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease
Anxiety disorders


Baylah David, Ph.D.
322 Monte Vista Avenue #101
Oakland, CA 94611 USA
Phone:  (510) 601-1292
Email:  baylah@alum.calberkeley.org
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Troubled children or teens (Includes those classified as "ADD," "ADHD," or "hyperactive.")
Depressed patients
Psychotic patients (includes those classified as "schizophrenic" or "bipolar.")
Clients classifed as "autistic."


Timothy J. Smith, M.D.
2635 Regent Street
Berkeley, CA 94704 USA
Phone:  (510) 548-8022
Fax:  (510) 843-9998
Email:  TSmith7720@aol.com
Website:  www.renewalresearch.com
Type of Practitioner:  M.D.
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition, herbs, acupuncture, homeopathy, natural hormone replacement therapy
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens. (Includes those classified as "ADD", "ADHD," or "Hyperactive.")
Depressed Patients
Clients classified as "autistic."
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease


Michael Lesser, M.D.
181 Vicente Road
Berkeley, CA 94705 USA
Phone:  (510) 845-0700
Type of Practitioner:  Orthomolecular Psychiatrist - one of the founders
Type of Treatments:  Nutritional and vitamin therapy to regulate brain function.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  In 1975, Dr. Lesser founded the Orthomolecular Medical Society.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions.


Joel Harvey
Shen Clinic
1385 Shattuck Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94709 USA
Phone:  (510) 848-4372
Email:  joel@drshen.com
Website:  www.drshen.com/herbsfordepression.htm
Type of Practitioner:  L.A. (Licensed acupuncturist)
Type of Treatments:  Chinese Herbal Medicine and acupuncture
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
When appropriate, we use Chinese herbal medicine to get people off of psych drugs.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Stephen Zilber, LAc
Whole Health Associates
1368 Lincoln Avenue #109
Santa Rosa, CA 94901 USA
Phone:  (415) 454-4325
Fax:  (415) 454-5440
Email:  pindoctor@wholehealth.tv
Website:  www.wholehealth.tv
Type of Practitioner:  Licensed acupuncturist & herbalist
Type of Treatments:  Acupunture, Chinese herbs, Clinical homeopathy, Functional medicine, Diet & Nutrition, Neuro-Emotional technique (NET), Allergy elimination, Hormone & neurotransmitter testing
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens


Peter Fairfield, L.Ac., OMD
Center for Conscioius Healing
15 Mt. Whitney Drive
San Rafael, CA 94903 USA
Phone:  (415) 479-6217
Fax:  (415) 499-9327
Email:  fairfield@lvha.net
Website:  www.infiniteheart.org (coming soon)
Type of Practitioner:  Acupuncturist, Oriental, Natural & Energetic medicine
Type of Treatments:  Acupuncture, Herbal medicine, Nutrition, Energy Healing, Cranial Sacral, etc.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
Over time using the above methods.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  30 years of field research into the psychopysiology of the emotions and consciousness with particular interest in Asian Medical and spiritual/energetic systems
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
People who have lost focus
Post traumatic situations
Creative blocks.


Wendi Jones
Faeryshine
P. O. Box 21
Fairfax, CA 94930 USA
Phone:  (415) 785-1636
Email:  faeryshine@faeryshine.com
Website:  www.faeryshine.com
Type of Practitioner:  Flower and Vibrational Essence Practitioner
Type of Treatments:  Flower and Vibrational Essences and nutritional and supplemental therapy.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  YN
I could assist with essences, but patient would need to be followed by prescribing M.D. and M.D. must approve all discontinuation of meds.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Post-partum depression
Birth Trauma
Babies
Women particular issues.


James Whittlesey, D.C.
Whittlesey Chiropractic and Holistic Health
7075 Redwood Blvd. Ste E
Novato, CA 94945 USA
Phone:  (415) 898-0889
Fax:  (415) 898-7489
Email:  jbw4600@att.net
Website:  www.whittleseychiro.com
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractor
Type of Treatments:  Homeopathy, Chiropractic adjustments, Thought Field therapy, Neuro-Emotional Technique, nutrition and herbal therapy and allergy elimination
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
with complete commitment and follow through and possibly with cooperation of the medical provider.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Anxiety
ADD
ADHD


James Whittlesey, D.C., C.C.E.P.
Whittlesey Chiropractic and Holistic Health
7075 Redwood Blvd. Ste. E
Novato, CA 94945 USA
Phone:  (415) 898-0889
Email:  jbw4600@verizon.net
Website:  http://www.optimalwellness.net/sys-tmpl/door/
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractor, Nutritionist
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition, Amino Acid therapy, Allergy elimination, Heavy metal detoxification, Neuro-emotional technique, Homeopathy, Herbal therapy, Low force chiropractic care.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Chronic fatigue
Fibromyalgia
Hormone imbalances
ADD
ADHD
Digestive disorders


Claudia O'Flynn Phelps
Metabolic Nutritional Consulting
104 Washington Street
Petaluma, CA 94952 USA
Phone:  (888) 271-7474
Fax:  (707) 765-9633
Type of Practitioner:  Metabolic Nutritional Consultant. Nursing graduate in Canada since 1978.
Type of Treatments:  Simple, sensible solutions - Nutrition, Metabolic Repair, Balancing the body. Full body detoxification program.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
I put them on a program to handle deficiencies created by drugs so the can function without them. We do not replace medical treatment.
Other Notes:  They will understand more about how the body works so they can function without drugs.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Anxiety
Chronic Fatigue
Stress
Allergies
Hormonal imbalance


Royale Shelton
World of Alternative Health
1735 46th Avenue Suite A
Capitola, CA 95010 USA
Phone:  (831) 462-0902
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopath
Type of Treatments:  Various remedies are taught. Magnets, colloidal silver, herbs and supplements mostly.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  B.A., N.A. degrees. Over 10 years experience.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Also educate regarding physical illnesses, including cancer, and all viral caused illnesses.


Genita Petralli
AAAA-The 101 Program
600 Kresge Court
Santa Cruz, CA 95064 USA
Phone:  (831) 440-8686
Email:  clients@the101program.com
Website:  www.the101program.com
Type of Practitioner:  Alcohol detoxification, Neurochemical rebalancing, Addictive Biochemisty - alcohol, psychiatric prescription drugs, su
Type of Treatments:  Targeted Nutritional Therapy based on laboratory results, Dietary adjustments and Education, Cranical Electronic Stimulation, Biofeedback
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Opposed to psychiatric drugs
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
We will help you get off psychiatric drugs.
Types of clients served:
All mental health distresses including addiction/addicative biochemisty.


Will Cassilly, MA
Santa Cruz Homeopathy
1000 Pau Dana Drive
Soquel, CA 95073 USA
Phone:  (831) 477-7782
Email:  willcassilly1@comcast.net
Website:  www.santacruzhomeopathy.com
Type of Practitioner:  Professional Homeopath
Type of Treatments:  Homeopathic remedies
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  YN
Only under the care and supervision of the patient's primary care provider
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Will Cassilly
Santa Cruz Homeopathy
1000 Pau Hana Drive
Soquel, CA 95073 USA
Phone:  (831) 477-7782
Email:  will@santacruzehomeopathy.com
Website:  www.santacruzhomeopathy.com
Type of Practitioner:  Classical Homeopath
Type of Treatments:  Homeopathic remedies Nutritional Counseling
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
By law its up to the patient's doctor. I do support the patient with homeopathy remedies, nutritional counseling and emotional support.
Other Notes:  Visit website at http://www.santacruzhomeopahy.com
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditins
Anxiety
Grief
Phobias
Physical and/or emotional abuse
Personal/spiritual growth.


John L. Price. Ph. D.
1810 Lincoln Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125 USA
Phone:  408-264-5351
Fax:  831-325-9038 Ce
Email:  drjlp@earthlink.net
Type of Practitioner:  Holistic Mental Health Care Consultant, Counselor, Teacher
Type of Treatments:  Consultation and Education of Individuals, Families, Groups, Facility Residents and Staff for Holistic Mental Health Care for Attainment of Optimal Physical, Nutritional, Design of Healing Environments
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
I advise and educate individuals, cleint, medical doctors and psychiatrists about herbal & nutritional therapies and other natural healing m
Other Notes:  My professional activities include (1) development of holistic methods and envirnments for the treatment of mental disorders and addictions. ALSO see information under Experts Section of this website.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
All persons and organizations interested in optimal health, wholeness and accomplishment of life's goals and purposes.


Ming Qing Zhu, LAC
Moyee Siu. L.Ac
ZHu's Acupuncture, Medical & Nuerological Center
100 O'Connor Dr. Suite 20
San Jose, CA 95128 USA
Phone:  (408) 885-1288
Email:  master@scalpacupuncture.org
Website:  http://www.scalpacupuncture.org
Type of Practitioner:  Zhu's style acupunture specialist Acupuncturist
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health condiions. We treat neurological diseases. Stroke, Spinal cord injury coma, head injury, MS, ALS, neuralgia, RSD, Bell's palsy, migrane headache


Stacy L. Foster
Alternative Medical Consultation
3374 Amberfield Circle
Stockton, CA 95219 USA
Phone:  (209) 606-3790
Fax:  (209) 957-6954
Email:  drstacyfoster@yahoo.com
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopath. Trained in ALL alternative treatment modulities.
Type of Treatments:  Homeopathy, nutrition, Ayurvedic herbs and supplements, accupressure, hydrotheraphy, etc.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Only in the event the patient is in danger of hurting themselves or others. Then on a temporary baisis to get them through a crisis.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  Due to my own personal experience, I have made it my life's goal to help others through the horrible experience our mental health system has to offer.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Dennis T. Smith, D.C., DACNB
Smith Chiropractic Neuology Studio
2908 G Street Suite A
Merced, CA 95340 USA
Phone:  (209) 385-2343
Fax:  (209) 385-2344
Email:  info@neurodc.com
Website:  www.neurodc.com
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractic Neurologist
Type of Treatments:  Functional Chiropractic Neurology using a multi-modal approach including spinal adjustments, intractive Metronome Sensory Stimualation, Vestibular Rehab, Exercises and Nutritional/Nutrient Supplementation.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Many patients decide for themselves that they no longer need the medications after improving during treatments.
Other Notes:  Specialize in helping children with neurobehavioral development disorders without using drugs or invasive treatments.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
ADD/ADHD
Dyslexia
Autistic Spectrum Disorder
Asperger's


Terri Su, M.D.
Radiant Health Medical Center
95 Montgomery Drive #220
Santa Rosa, CA 95404 USA
Phone:  (707) 571-7560
Fax:  (707) 571-8929
Email:  terrisu@sonic.net
Type of Practitioner:  M.D., Family Practice
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition, herbs, supplements, physical exams, finding the imbalance and correcting it.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
If possible, you bet.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Troubled children or teens (Includes those classified as "ADD", "ADHD, or hyperactive.")
Depressed patients
Psychotic patients (includes those classified as "schizophrenic" or "bipolar"
Clients classified as "autistic".
Mentally retarded
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease


Robert Jay Rowen, M.D.
95 Montgomery Drive Ste. 220
Santa Rosa, CA 95404 USA
Phone:  (707) 571-7560
Email:  drrowen@att.net
Type of Practitioner:  M.D., Alternative Medicine
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition, homeopathy, chelation, allergy testing, heavy metal testing, etc.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
To describe behavior caused by other things.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Very seldom
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Troubled children
Depressed
Some psychotic
Autistic
Mentally retarded
Alzheimer's


Robert Jay Rowen
Terri B. Su
Golden Gate Health Association
96 Montgomery Drive, Ste. 220
Santa Rosa, CA 95404 USA
Phone:  (707) 571-7560
Fax:  (707) 571-8929
Email:  drrowen@sonic.net
Website:  www.doctorrowen.com
Type of Practitioner:  M.D.
Type of Treatments:  Nutritional, heavy metal and chemical detox, herbal, homeopathic, IV nutrients, oxidation, neural therapy, prolo therapy, virtually all forms of integrative strategies available.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  YN
I/We rarely use psychiatric diagnosis, except for ADD/hyperactivity or depression.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Less than once a year I might prescribe an antidepressant for a very short period.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  In my 22 years in Alaska, I helped many ADD/hyperactive children and depressed patients simply by working to normalize/optimize their biochemistry.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
I have had only a little experience, but positive, with psychotic patients.


Norman Zucker, M.D.
867 Gravenstein Highway South
Sebastopol, CA 95472 USA
Phone:  (707) 823-6116
Fax:  (707) 823-1239
Type of Practitioner:  M.D.
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition, Detox, Hormone Therapies, Anti-aging therapies, Counseling, Allergy management, Immune enhancement.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
For insurance purposes.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  I have been helping people with mental disorders for 22 years.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions.


Roger Barr
You can Heal Yourself with Homeopathy
216 W. Perkins, #326
Ukiah, CA 95482 USA
Phone:  (707) 472-0434
Email:  rbarr@canhealyourself.com
Website:  www.canhealyourself.com
Type of Practitioner:  Professional Homeopath
Type of Treatments:  Classical Homeopathy
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
I encourage and require the patients work with a medically licensed practitioner if they want to come off their drugs.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
I will work with anyone with any condition but those with severe pathological conditions must have a primary care provider who is responsible for their care and willing to work with me.


Bessie J. Tillman, M.D.
2787 Eureka Way
Redding, CA 96001 USA
Phone:  (530) 246-3022
Fax:  (530) 246-7894
Type of Practitioner:  M.D.
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition, Detox, Allergies, Holistic
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Doesn't like labels of any kind
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Rarely, anti-depressants and for as short a time as possible
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens (Includes those classified as "ADD", "ADHD, or hyperactive.") If not too rebellious to comply with treatment.
Depressed patients
Psychotic Patients (Includes those classified as "schizophrenic" or "bipolar.") Maybe in conjunction with someone else.
Clients classified as "autistic".
Mentally retarded
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease


Lawrence H. Foster. M.D.
The Tahoe Clinic
589 Tahoe Keys Bl.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 USA
Phone:  (530) 541-3355
Fax:  (530) 541-0110
Email:  info@tahoeclinic.com
Website:  www.tahoeclinic.com
Type of Practitioner:  M.D., Surgeon/Anti-Aging
Type of Treatments:  Vitamin/Mineral, Hormone Replacement including HGH (Human Growth Hormone)
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Healthy, Aging


CO

Albert Celio, D.O.
9100 West 100th Avenue #B-6
Westminister, CO 80021 USA
Phone:  (303) 423-3330
Fax:  (303) 423-3863
Type of Practitioner:  Doctor of Osteopathy - Family Physician
Type of Treatments:  Toxic metal removal, nutrition, and herbs, hormeones
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Only when necessary.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
But only if not endanger themselves.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens (Includes those classified as "ADD", "ADHD, or hyperactive.")
Depressed patients
Clients classified as "autistic".
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease


Jonathan W. SInger, D.O.
Denver Doctor - Health First
8000 East Prentice Avenue Suite D-3
Greenwood Village, CO 80111 USA
Phone:  (303) 488-0034
Website:  www.denver-doctor.com
Type of Practitioner:  Osteopathic Physician specializing in conventional medicine as well as acupuncture, homeopathy, and allergy testing.
Type of Treatments:  Treating mental health issues using acupuncture, homeopathy and food and enviornmental allergies.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Complete medical care for the whole family for every type of medical condition at our Denver Physician Clinic.


Mary Margaret Braud, M.D.
800 South Lincoln Street
Suite 203
Littleton, CO 80122 USA
Phone:  (303) 721-2901
Fax:  (303) 721-2905
Email:  mbraud@earthlink.net
Website:  www.doctorbraud.com
Type of Practitioner:  M.D.
Type of Treatments:  Detailed assessment including laboratory measures to determine underlying imbalances, nutrition, hormones, mindfulness and other mind-body practices.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
This is usually done when the patient is following a healthy diet and pershaps using other supplements. I work closely with such patients.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions.


Danielle West, N.D.
Proper Diet - Practical Wellnesses
9088 Ridgeline Blvd, Suite #106
Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 USA
Phone:  (720) 327-2493
Email:  dani@properdiet.com
Website:  www.properdiet.com
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopath; Nutritionist
Type of Treatments:  Natural Hormone Therapy, Work with Digestion and Absorption through diet specific to chemistry of body, also Bach Flowers, EFT, Focusing, Neural Transmitter deficiencies and balancing.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
Behavior
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
I believe they cause more problems than the person really needs, including addiction.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
If needed to transition someone off of prescriptive meds, there are natural alternatives which are more effective.
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients
Those diagnosed as bi-polar, those with stress and anxiety issues, addictions, eating disorders, etc.


Randy Bimestefer L.Ac.
Acupuncture and Allergy Center
138 W. 5th Avenue
Denver, CO 80204 USA
Email:  bimestefer@aol.com
Type of Practitioner:  Acupuncturist, Herbalist
Type of Treatments:  Non-invasive acupuncture, applied kinesiology, diet and nutrition, herbal supplements, commitment and caring
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
I do work with persons taking drugs if they wish to transition for alternatives
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  Free telephone or personal interview. I work with patients in Denver on a one on one and consult nationally and internationally.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Connie Sanchez, N.D.
11949 W. Colfax Avenue
Lakewood, CO 80215 USA
Phone:  (720) 206-4440
Email:  DrConnieND@aol.com
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopathic Physician (N.D.), Nutritionist, Personal Trainer
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition, Mind-Body medicine, Lifestyle, Biotanicals, Homeopathy
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients


Michelle Uthoff-Campbell, M.S., L.Ac., D
Acupuncture and Integrative Health
2519 South Acoma Street
Denver, CO 80223 USA
Phone:  (303) 921-6263
Email:  uthoffacupuncture@yahoo.com
Type of Practitioner:  Acupuncturist, Nutritionist, practices Homeopathy
Type of Treatments:  Non invasive acupuncture, Auricular acupuncture, Japanese style Acupuncture, Shonishin for pediatricts (no needles),and allergy testing. Diet and nutritional recommendations.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  YN
They must be under the supervision of M.D. care
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Patients with history of abuse and or trauma, grief or loss.
Depressed Patients
ADHD


Connie Sanchez, N.D.
L:akewood, CO 80232 USA
Phone:  (702) 206-4440
Email:  DrConnieND@aol.com
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopathic Physician - graduate of National College of Natuorpathic Medicine, Licensed in WA and OR
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition, Detox/Cleansing, Homeopathy, Botanicals, Lifestyle management, Exercise/Fitness
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Under supervision of patients primary care doctor only.
Other Notes:  Often people are suffering from un-diagnosed thyroid problems which mimic depression and mental health problems.
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients
All health conditions

I work extensively with thyroid, adrenal and sex hormone balance to help treat the cause rather than cover up symptoms.


Connie Sanchez, N.D.
The Wellness Center
870 S. Colorado Blvd #200
Glendale, CO 80246 USA
Phone:  (303) 357-9355
Fax:  (303) 357-0261
Email:  DrConnieND@aol.com
Website:  www.wellnessdenver.com
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopathic Physician (N.D.) Nutritionist Personal trainer
Type of Treatments:  Naturopathic Medicine, Homeopathy, Diet & Nutritional therapies, Botanicals, Mind-body medicine, Exercise therapy, hair mineral analysis, amino acid tests, fatty acid tests, etc.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients


Connie Sanchez, ND
The Wellness Center
870 S. Colorado Suite 200
Glendale, CO 80246 USA
Phone:  (303) 357-9355
Fax:  (303) 357-0261
Website:  www.wellnessDenver.com
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopathic Medicine, Homeopathy, Diet & Nutritional therapies, Botanicals, Mind-body medicine, Exercise therapy, hai
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  -
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  -


Ron Rosedale, M.D.
Tiffany Binder, NP
Colorado Center for Metabolic Medicine
7490 Clubhouse Road
Boulder, CO 80301 USA
Phone:  (303) 530-5555
Fax:  (303) 530-5522
Type of Practitioner:  M.D. and N.P.
Type of Treatments:  Look for Syndrom X - Insulin Resistance, Chelation Therapy, Nutrition Therapy, Full Body Testing, Toxic Metals, Metabolic Medicine, Diabetes, Partner is a Naturopath.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Maybe, it would depend on the circumstances.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens (includes those classifed as "ADD," "ADHD," or "Hyperactive.")
Depressed patients
Psychotic patients (includes those classified as "schizophrenic" or "bipolar." if he thinks he can help.
All ages but he evaluates/does testing as to whether he can help.


Joel B. Klein, M.D.
620 S. Cascade Avenue
Suite C
Colorado Springs, CO 80903 USA
Phone:  (719) 457-0330
Fax:  (719) 457=0860
Email:  jklein@pol.net
Type of Practitioner:  M.D.
Type of Treatments:  Nutritional, herbal
Only to describe behavior and for insurance billing purposes.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
If necessary in crisis situations while instituting alternative therapies which may take some time to take effect.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
When there is a positive response to alternative therapy, or a biochemical disturbance has been corrected.
Other Notes:  Also help patients off of drugs if they have not gotten any significant benefit from their current medication.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
ADHD


Sam Queen
Director of Research
Institute for Health Realities
5245 Centennial Blvd. Suite 100
Colorado Springs, CO 80919 USA
Phone:  (719) 598-4968
Fax:  (719) 548-1785
Email:  dkgibas@healthrealities.org
Website:  www.healthrealities.org
Type of Practitioner:  Nutritionists (MDs, dentist and other consultants available)
Type of Treatments:  Exhaustive analysis of blood chemistry. Consult on lifestyle changes, exercise, diet, nutrition supplementation, recommendations for toxic condition handlings or other remedies or testing
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Troubled children or teens (Includes those classified as "ADD", "ADHD, or hyperactive.")
Depressed Patients
Psychotic Patients (Includes those classified as "schizophrenic" or "bipolar".)
Clients classified as "autistic".
Mentally retarded
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease


Bob Mimmack
Renate Cinkle
Naturally Healthy Children/Naturally Healhy Adults
2650 North Avenue
Suite 116
Grand Junction, CO 81501 USA
Phone:  (970) 241-9495
Fax:  (970) 241-9495
Email:  bobmimmack@netzero,net
Type of Practitioner:  Holistic Health Facilitator, MD background
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition, Orthomolecular, Food and chemical sensitivity removal, Energy work
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Gradually taper off drugs after evaluation and initiation of nutritional and other interventions
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Craig M. Jones. D.C., L. Ac.
Integrated Health Care
1361 Rood Avenue
Grand Junction, CO 81501 USA
Phone:  (970) 243-5981
Email:  drcraigmjones@qwest.net
Website:  http://www.drcraigmjones.com
Type of Practitioner:  Acupuncturist, Chiropractor, Herbalist, Nutritionist, Yoga and Meditation Instructor
Type of Treatments:  See above plus Environmental medicine
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
I am not a medical doctor, so I advise the patients towork with their medical doctor or a pharmacist to get off the drugs safely.
Other Notes:  I practice natural medicine. I strongly believe in education to the wonders of the innate healing process within them. Using the natural medicine methods, I have an incredible success rate in helping committed patients get well.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Environmentally ill patient with chemical sensitivities.


John C. Lowe, M.A., D.C.
Gina Honeyman-Lowe, D.C.
Center for Metabolic Health
1800 30th Street, Suite 217-A
Boulder, CO 90301 USA
Phone:  (303) 413-9100
Fax:  (303) 413-9101
Email:  drlowe@drlowe.com
Website:  www.drlowe.com
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractor
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition, Chiropractic, Hormonal, Dietary adjustment, Exercise
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Depressed Patients
Fibromyalgia
Pain Management


CT

Lynn Borzillo, M.S., L.Ac., Dipl. Ac.
New England Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
154 Hempstead Street
New London, CT 06320 USA
Phone:  (860) 227-0079
Fax:  (860) 322-0061
Email:  admin@neacupuncture.com
Website:  www.neacupuncture.com
Type of Practitioner:  Acupuncturist
Type of Treatments:  Nutritional therapy, Acupuncture
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  I will help those taking psychiatric drugs come off as long as their physician is aware
Types of clients served:
All Mental Health Conditions
Most medical conditions


Ed Feraco, Ph.D., Ms.D., LCSW, LICSW, RM
New England Center for Natural Behavorial Health
44 Washington Street
Suites 213-214
Mystic, CT 06355 USA
Phone:  (860) 857-3908
Email:  DrEdFaraco@msn.com
Website:  hometown.aol.com/dredferaco/myhomepage/business.htm
Type of Practitioner:  Ph.D. Holistic Psycotherapist, Reiki Master/Teacher
Type of Treatments:  Holistic Behavorial Health Services
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions.


Ed Feraco, Ph.D.
New England Center for Natural Behavioral Health, LLC
P.O. Box 223
Old Mystic, CT 06372-0223 USA
Phone:  (860) 922-4280
Fax:  (401) 348-8777
Email:  DrEdFeraco@msn.com
Type of Practitioner:  Ph.D. (Doctoral Psychotherapist) ND (Naturopathic Doctor student)
Type of Treatments:  Holistic Behavioral Health Services, Nutritional consultation, Education, Consultation, Inc.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
I work to cleanse the blood, kidneys and liver upon choice to discontinue psychopharmacology.
Other Notes:  I provide services in southeastern Connecticut and southwestern Rhode Island
Types of clients served:
All mental health condtions
Couples, Families, Groups
HIV/AIDS
Gay & lesbian issues
Men's issues
Anger Management


Rosemari Roast
Walk in the Woods, LLC
82 Meadow Street
P. O. Box 1658
Litchfield, CT 06759 USA
Phone:  (860) 567-9610
Fax:  (860) 567-5140
Email:  walkinthewoods@5Pillars.com
Type of Practitioner:  Certified Holistic Health Practitioner
Type of Treatments:  Herbal Medicine & Transformational Energy Healing
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Only with knowledge and cooperation of prescribing health practitioner.
Types of clients served:
All clients welcome.


Susan L. Marra, N.D.
Zijad Sabovic, M.D.
Westport Medical Arts, LLC
830 Post Road East
Westport, CT 06880 USA
Phone:  (203) 226-4167
Fax:  (203) 454-5948
Email:  slmarra@earthlink.net
Website:  www.westportmedicalarts.com
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopathic Physician
Medical Doctor in Family Practice
Type of Treatments:  Sublingual Immunotherapy
Herbal Medicine
Nutritional Medicine
Chinese Herbs
Homeopathy
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
Occasionally antidepressents like Celexa, Zoloft, Prozac
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Other Notes:  We are skilled at working with brain and behavior problems in children and adults.
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients
Food and inhalant allergy problems
Chronic Fatigue
Lyme Disease
Intestinal Disorders
Thyroid Replacement
Natural Hormone Replacement for Women


Hope Stanger, HHC
129 Weed Avenue
Stamford, CT 06902 USA
Phone:  (203) 357-0242
Email:  hswellness@aol.com
Website:  hometown.aol.com/hswellness/myhomepage/index.html
Type of Practitioner:  Board Certified Holistic Health Counselor
Type of Treatments:  Holistic Counseling, Chinese medicine, Eastern & Western Nutrition, Somatic/Bioenergetic Therapy, Intuitive Massage/Bodywork & Reiki
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Allowing the body to naturally re-balance and naturally eliminate the need for pharmaceuticals.
Other Notes:  My focus is on the mind-body therapeutic connection. My goal is to help my clients achieve their optimal state of health.
Types of clients served:
All Mental Health Conditions
Allergies, Anxiety, Arthritis, Asthma, Back and Neck Pain, Cancer, Chronic Fatigue, Depression, Diabetes, Digestive Disorders, Eating Disorders, Emotional blocks, Fear, Fibromyalgia, General Lack of Balance, Headaches/Stress, High Blood Pressure, High Cholesterol, Hypoglycemia, Insomnia, Irritable Bowel syndrome, Menstrual Disorders, Muscle Tension, PMS, Prostate Dis-ease, Thyroid Dis-ease, Weight Problems


Henry C. Sobo, M.D.
Optimal Health Medical, L.LC.
122 Hoyt Street, Suite D
Stamford, CT 06905 USA
Phone:  (203) 348-8805
Email:  optimalhealthmed@aol.com
Website:  www.drsobo.com
Type of Practitioner:  Internal Medicine, Nutritional/Holistic Medicine
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition, allergy testing and treatment, heavy metal testing and treatment, herbs, homeopathy. Medical evaluations for hormonal or other medical problems as an underlying cause of psychiatric disturbance.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


DC

Reza Zandieh
The Healing Arts Center of Georgetown
3259 Prospect Street, NW
Washington, DC 20007 USA
Phone:  (202) 255-1217
Email:  info@dc-chiropractic.com
Website:  www.dc-chiropractic.com
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractor
Type of Treatments:  Active Release Technique (ART), Acupressure Point Therapy, Acute Pain Relief, Chiropractic Manipulative Therapy, Chronic Pain Relief, Diet/Lifestyle Consultation, Electric Stimulation, Physical Therapy Modalities, Postisometric Relaxation
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Charles Gant, M.D., Ph.D., N.M.D.
National Integrated Health Associates
5225 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 401
Washington, DC 20015 USA
Phone:  888 847-4233
Email:  DrGantoffice@aol.com
Website:  www.charlesgantmd.com
Type of Practitioner:  Natural Medical Doctor
Type of Treatments:  Full medical exam, nutritional treatments, allergy testing, toxic metal testing.
To describe behavior only.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  See also a Buffalo Area listing - Hamburg NY
Types of clients served:
Troubled children
Depressed
Psychotic
Autistic
Alzheimer's
Addictions


Dennis Barrow, L.AC. Dipl. AC
Acupuncture Washington DC
3201 Beach Street NW
Washington, DC 20015 USA
Phone:  (202) 213-8059
Fax:  (202) 362-5482
Email:  DPBarrow@aol.com
Website:  www.DennisBarrow.com
Type of Practitioner:  Acupuncturist
Type of Treatments:  Acupuncture, Chinese Medicine
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Ralph Wilson
National Integrated Health Associates
5225 Wisconsin Avenue, NW, #401
Washington, DC 20015 USA
Phone:  (202) 327-7000
Fax:  (202) 237-0017
Email:  drwilson89@hotmail.com
Website:  www.cnri.edu/DrWilson
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopathic Physician, Acupuncturist
Type of Treatments:  Cranio-Sacral Therapy, Acumeridian therapies (no needles, electricity, laser), Neural Therapy, Nutrition, Eye movement therapy, Hypnotherapy/Guided Imagery, Homeopathy, Exercise and stress management strategies.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Discontinuing or reducing psychiatric drugs is done by the medical doctor with whom we will work. I have several ways to support you.
Other Notes:  My website has descriptions of my model for understanding health of body and mind and also describes the options for helping the person.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Chronic illness
Lyme Disease
Patients receiving Biological Dentistry treatments
Those seeking to enhance their wellness.


FL

Tomm Friend
2929 Turnbull Bay Road
Box 2007
New Smyrna Beach, FL 32170 USA
Phone:  (904) 423-2227
Fax:  (904) 427-4099
Email:  Tommfriend@aol.com
Type of Practitioner:  Biofeedback Clinician-EEG Biofeedback-Hemoencephalography Hypnosis-Remedial Education
Type of Treatments:  We utilize Biofeedback training to enable change of physiological responses.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
We do not diagnose. We evaluate physiology with medical equipment. We train the ability to modify these responses.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
With AD/HD children. We enjoy an 80% success in removal from medication using T.O.V.A to titrate.
Other Notes:  This method is established as safe and apparently permanent
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Hyperactivity


Naima Abdel-Ghany, M.D.
Amal Medical Clinic
340 West 23rd Street Ste #K
Panama City, FL 32405 USA
Phone:  (850) 872-8122
Type of Practitioner:  Preventive Occupational Medicine; Internal Medicine
Type of Treatments:  Infusion, Chelation, Homeopathy
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Patients classified with "ADD".
Clients classified with Alzheimers


William Watson, M.D.
5536 Stewart St.
Milton, FL 32570 USA
Phone:  (850) 623-3836
Fax:  (850) 623-2201
Email:  w12728e@aol.com
Website:  Coming Soon
Type of Practitioner:  M.D., General Practice
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition, Supplements, Diet, Herbs, Chelation
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Occasionally will use an antianelgetsic but only for a spell and very short term. I feel I have failed if I have to resort to using drugs.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Definately
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens (including those classified as "ADD," "ADHD," or "hyperactive."
Depressed patients
Psychotic patients, but only in conjunction with a psych
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease.


Robert Erickson, M.D.
The Preventative Medicine Center of Gainsville, Inc.
7328 W. University Avenue, Suite G
Gainseville, FL 32607 USA
Phone:  (352) 331-3422
Fax:  (352) 331-9399
Email:  RobertAErickson@msm.com
Type of Practitioner:  MD
Type of Treatments:  CRA (Contact Reflext Analysis), NAET (Nambudripad's Allergy Elimination Technique), Mercury testing, allergy elimination, general medical health.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Troubled children
Depressed Patients


Tim Moriarty, N.D.
Body Temple Ministry
624 Ridgewood Street
Altamonte Springs, FL 32701 USA
Phone:  (407) 831-7955
Fax:  (407-831-7563
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopathetic Doctor, Recki Master, Certified massage Body Worker
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition, Massage, Recki Therapy
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Only with Doctor's permission and under their supervision
Types of clients served:
Troubled children and teens (includes those classified as "ADD," "ADHD," and "hyperactive.")
Depressed patients
Clients classified as "autistic."
Mentally retarded
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease.


Michelle J. Alley
Altamonte Acupuncture
961 E. Altamonte Drive
Altamonte Springs, FL 32701 USA
Phone:  (407) 260-8141
Email:  michelle@altamonteacupuncture.com
Website:  www.AltamonteAcupuncture.com
Type of Practitioner:  Acupuncture Physician
Type of Treatments:  Acupuncture (needle and non-needle methods), Auricular Therapy, Massage Therapy, Chinese Herbal Prescription, Homeopathic Prescription
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  YN
Only in conjuncture with original M.D. prescribing the medication.
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients
Anxiety
Addiction


Travis L. Herring, M.D.
106 West Fern Drive
Orange City, FL 32763 USA
Phone:  (904) 775-0525
Fax:  (904) 775-3911
Website:  www.drherringmd.com
Type of Practitioner:  M.D.
Type of Treatments:  Homeopathy, Chelation, Beritrine
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
Occasionally will use an antianelgetsic but only for a spell and very short term. I feel I have failed if I have to resort to using drugs.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens (includes those classified as "ADD," "ADHD," or "hyperactive.")
Depressed patients
Mentally retarded


Samuel Mason, D.C.
500 N. Mills Avenue
Orlando, FL 32803 USA
Phone:  (407) 841-4581
Fax:  (407) 841-4581
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropratic
Type of Treatments:  Acupuncture, Nutrition, Naturopathy, Homeopathy
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
By law not allowed, but encourage it.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens (includes those classified as "ADD," "ADHD," or "hyperactive.")
Depressed patients
Psychotic patients (includes those classified as "schizophrenic" or "bipolar."
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease.


Sal Martingano, D.C.
1320 Palm Bay Road
Palm Bay, FL 32905 USA
Phone:  (321) 729-9430
Fax:  (321) 676-6049
Email:  chiro@cfl.rr.com
Website:  www.chirosal.com
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractor
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition, Supplements, Chiropractic
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Troubled children or teens (includes those classified as "ADD," "ADHD," or "hyperactive.")
Depressed patients
Psychotic patients (includes those classifed as "schizophrenic" or "bipolar.")
Clients classified as "autistic."


Marshall Fram, M.D., D.O.
1425 Arthur Street Suite #507
Hollywood, FL 33020 USA
Phone:  (954) 925-3140
Type of Practitioner:  Medical Doctor & Doctor of Osteopathy
Type of Treatments:  Lifestyle, Exercise, Diet, Suppliments, Blood Tests, Hair Tests
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Troubled children or teens (includes those classified as "ADD," "ADHD," or "hyperactive.")
Depressed patients
Psychotic patients (including those classified as "schizophrenic" or "bipolar.)
Clients classied with Alzheimer's disease.


Iqlia Hungerford
Hungerford Medical, Inc.
2323 N.E. 26th Avenue, Suite 109
Pompano Beach, FL 33062 USA
Phone:  (954) 415-8620
Email:  lqliahungerford@hotmail.com
Type of Practitioner:  Acupuncture Physician
Type of Treatments:  Herbal Remedies, Acupuncture, Shiatsu, Tuina
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Close monitoring, slow withdrawal in collaboration with M.D.
Other Notes:  Chinese medicine is a safe and proven alternative for psychological issues.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens


Martin Dayton, D.O.
Dayton Medical Center
18600 Collins Avenue
North Miami Beach, FL 33160 USA
Phone:  (305) 931-8484
Fax:  (305) 936-1849
Email:  mddomddo@poi.net
Type of Practitioner:  D.O. Homeopathic Physician, Nutrition
Type of Treatments:  As above, allergy, toxic eval, deficiency exam, electrodermal screening.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
Only for Insurance purposes.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
While weaning off of drugs
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Troubled children or teens (includes those classified as "ADD," "ADHD," or "hyperactive.")
Depressed patients
Psychotic patients (includes those classified as "schizophrenic" or "bipolar.")
Clients classifed as "autistic"
Mentally retarded
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease


Steven N. Green, DDS
Steven N. Green, DDS, PA
10261 SW 72 Street
C-106
Miami, FL 33173 USA
Phone:  (305) 273-7779
Fax:  (305) 273-7737
Email:  ddsgreen@bellsouth.net
Website:  antiagingdentist.com
Type of Practitioner:  Holistic Dentist, Nutritionist
Type of Treatments:  Primary food choices, blood type diet, lingual ascorbic acid test, herbs, minerals, brain balancing formulas and then mercury removal.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Only as a stop gap.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
When nutritionally supported many are happy to report they no longer need pharmaceuticals.
Other Notes:  Irritability, anger, mood swings, premature ejaculation - think toxicity
Types of clients served:
All mental health problems
We cater to cowards.


Herbert Pardell, D.O.
19044 NE 29th Avenue
Aventura, FL 33180 USA
Phone:  (305) 705-0345
Fax:  (305) 705-0437
Email:  pardell@aol.com
Type of Practitioner:  D.O. = Doctor of Osteopathy, Internal Medicine
Type of Treatments:  Nutritional, Diet Supplements
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Depressed Patients
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease


Andrew Levinson, M.D.
Vitality Health & Wellness
2999 NE 191 Street, Suite 905
Aventura, FL 33180 USA
Phone:  (305) 466-1100
Fax:  (305) 466-1160
Email:  info@vitalitywellness.com
Website:  www.vitalitywellness.com
Type of Practitioner:  M.D. Orthomolecular Psychiatrist
Type of Treatments:  Orthomolecular Medicine, Meditation, Naturopathy, Herbology, Chelation, IV Vitamin Therapy, Acupuncture
To describe behavior
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
When the patient arrives on medication and is in the process of having these drugs lowered. Or in a crisis situation and then only as absolutely necessary.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Patients who wish to discontinue psychiatric drugs are aided with nutritional support and close supervision to guard against rebound effect
Other Notes:  Work with rape/trauma survivors, Autism, ADHD, mood and thought disorders.
Testimonials Page:  Andrew Levinson, M.D.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Rape and Trauma Survivors
OCD


David Berger, M.D.
Vitality Health and Wellness
2999 NE 191st Street Suite 905
Aventura, FL 33180 USA
Phone:  (305) 466-1100
Fax:  (305) 466-1160
Email:  info@vitalitywellness.com
Website:  www.vitalitywellness.com
Type of Practitioner:  M.D. Board Certified Pediatrician
Type of Treatments:  Special diets, Candida Eliminatio, Nutraceutical Therapies, Heavy Metal Chelation
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
Only if patient is in a crisis situation, while underlying cause is being looked for.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
First goal: find the underlying causes for the instability. Treated: the patients are often able to reduce or eliminate the medication.
Other Notes:  Testimonial Page: http://www.vitalitywellness.com/success/index.php
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Primary care Holistic Pediatrics
Asthma and Allergies


Tari Ann Toro
Earth Magic - A Holistic Aromatherapy Company
P. O. Box 831983
Miami, FL 33283 USA
Phone:  (305) 772-8486
Email:  tariann@earth-magick.com
Website:  www.holisticaromatherapy.com
Type of Practitioner:  Aromatherapist
Type of Treatments:  I use medicinal essential oils which can be used to calm depression, lower anxiety, nervous disorders, insomnia, relieve colds, headaches/migranes, allergies, asthma, and respiratory symptoms.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Depressed Patients


Kimberley Ann Marin, RD, LD, CNAET
Sigrid Sanchez, MD
A Better Way Integrative Medicine
12651 W. Sunshine Blvd
Suite #304
Sunrise, FL 33323 USA
Phone:  (954) 845-9999
Fax:  (954) 845-9910
Email:  kim@abetterwayfl.com
Website:  www.abetterwayfl.com
Type of Practitioner:  MD, Registered NAET practitioner, Registered Dietition
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition, EFT, NAET, Bach Flower & Homeopathic Remedies, Natural Supplements, Color Therapy, Aromotheraphy
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Only under emergency situations (such as suicide) to help calm symptoms while the alternative treatments have time to "kick in".
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Goal for every patient is to come off drugs at appropriate times as systems are stabilized.
Other Notes:  NAET works with children. MD with adults.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions We will work with any patient with a true desire to unleash their healing abilities.


Teresa Boland
Total Health Solutions
1835 Main Street #101 Weston
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33326 USA
Phone:  954-577-0008
Fax:  954-577-0339
Email:  totalhealthsolutions@yahoo.com
Type of Practitioner:  Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner and Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Ph.D..C
Type of Treatments:  Psychopharmacology, supplements, amino acids, dietary/nutritional education
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
In emergency situations and or when a patient is a danger to self or others
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  I also offer bio-identical hormone replacement therapy.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
All mood and anxiety disorders, ADHD


Teresa Boland
Total Health Solutions
2499 W. Glades Road #312
Boca Raton, FL 33433 USA
Type of Practitioner:  See other info at her Weston, Florida Listing.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  -
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  -


Lorraine Blum
6352 Overland Drive
Delray Beach, FL 33484 USA
Phone:  (561) 866-9041
Email:  revrain@yahoo.com
Type of Practitioner:  Reike master, EFT, Body Talk, Licensed Clincal Social Worker, but I promise not to support traditional therapy.
Type of Treatments:  Energy. Encourage healthy nutrition and discorage traditional medicine. I would use energy techniques if they wanted me to.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
I would refere to a psychiatrist if it was an emergency, but it would have to be extreme.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Educate on nutrition and orthomolecular approach to balancing body chemistry.
Other Notes:  I have a masters in Social Work. I intend to continue my education in the field of medicine and biology.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Leonard Haimes, M.D.
The Haimes Center Clinic
7300 N. Federal Way #100
Boca Raton, FL 33487 USA
Phone:  (561) 995-8484
Fax:  (561) 995-7773
Website:  www.vitalcoast.com
Type of Practitioner:  M.D.
Type of Treatments:  Nutritional balancing, Homeopathy
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Troubled children and teens (includes those classified as "ADD," "ADHD," and "hyperactive.")
Depressed patients
Psychotic patients (includes those classified as "schizophrenic" and "bipolar.")
Clients classifed as "autistic."
Mentally retarded
Clients classifed with Alzheimer's Disease.


Paula Koger, Doctor of Oriental Medicine
Wealth of Health Institute
220 North Moon Avenue
Brandon, FL 33510 USA
Phone:  (813) 661-7010
Fax:  (813) 657-8549
Email:  wealthofhealthintitute@yahoo.com
Website:  www.wealthofhealthinstitute.com
Type of Practitioner:  Doctor of Oriental Medicine
Type of Treatments:  NAET, NMT, Oxygen Therapy, Laser, Far Infarred sauna, Acupuncture, Esogetic Color Therapy, JMT, NET, Bowen Technique
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
I work giving them appropriate amino acids and homeopathy to support the process of slow reduction
Other Notes:  The people are treated using natural processes and products are much happier than when they were using psychiatric drugs.
Testimonials Page:  Paula Koger, Doctor of Oriental Medicine
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Allergies
ADD/ADHD
Learning Disorders
Behavioral disorders
Depression
Anxiety
Psychosis
Pain
Diseases
Detox for health and beauty


Ray C. Wunderlich, Jr. , MD
Wunderlich Center
1152 94th Avenue N.
St. Petersburg, FL 33702 USA
Phone:  (727) 822-3612
Fax:  (727) 578-1370
Email:  WCTR@gte.net
Website:  www.wunderlichcenter.com
Type of Practitioner:  MD, Nutritional Medicine
Type of Treatments:  Rest and quiet, nutritional therapy, chiropractic, homeopathy, full searching medical exam, allergy testing and treatment, toxic metals testing and treatment, herbal treatment, acupuncture, body contact therapies
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
Aspects of an individual trying to cope in life
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Very rarely - for people who will not "listen" to other approaches
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Absolutely
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens (Includes those classified as "ADD", "ADHD, or hyperactive.")
Depressed patients
Psychotic Patients (Includes those classified as "schizophrenic" or "bipolar.")
Clients classified as "autistic".
Mentally retarded
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease


David I. Minkoff, M.D.
Lifeworks Wellness Center
301 Turner Street
Clearwater, FL 33756 USA
Phone:  (727) 466-6789
Fax:  (727) 449-9906
Email:  help@lifeworks.net
Website:  www.lifeworks.net
Type of Practitioner:  MD
Type of Treatments:  Nutritional, herbal, homeopathic, botanical, allergy desensitization
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
I don't use them. I might use a sedative for temporary control of sleep.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Depends on severity of case and length of time on drugs.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens. (Includes those classified as "ADD", "ADHD," or "Hyperactive.")
Depressed Patients
Clients classified as "autistic."
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease


Frank Liberti, D.C.
27910 US Hwy 19 North
Clearwater, FL 33761 USA
Phone:  (727) 723-0040
Fax:  (727) 723-0039
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractic
Type of Treatments:  Neurological Rehab, Protocols established by Boston Children's Hospital for ADD, Hyperactivity.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Used only from neurological standpoint - not from psychiatric standpoint.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Used only from neurological standpoint - not from psychiatric standpoint.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Only treats troubled children and teens (Includes those classified as "ADD," "ADHD," or "hyperactive."


Valerie Balandra ARNP
Integrative Psychiatry, In.c
3392 Magic Oak Lane
Sarasota, FL 34232 USA
Phone:  (941) 371-7997
Fax:  (941) 953-9553
Website:  www.integrativepsychiatry.net
Type of Practitioner:  Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Type of Treatments:  Nutritional and Metabolic treatments
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
At patients request at the lowest dosage for a minimal period until body is back in balance.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
It is a patient's right to choose. All treatment options are presented. Discontinuation needs to be done gradually.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Pregnant and post-partum women.


Rebecca J. Roberts, D.O.
1521 Dolphin Street
Sarasota, FL 34236-7009 USA
Phone:  (941) 365-6273
Fax:  (941) 365-4269
Type of Practitioner:  Medical Doctor of Osteopathy and manipulation
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition, supplements, homeopathy and chiropractic
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Troubled children or teens (includes those classified as "ADD," "ADHD," or "hyperactive.")
Depressed patients
Psychotic patients (including those classified as "schizophrenic" or "bipolar.)Clients classified as "autistic."
Mentally retarded
Clients classified with Alzheimer's disease.


Jeffery Van Praag
Van Praag Chiropractic Center
5937 Beneva Road
Sarasota, FL 34238 USA
Phone:  (941) 923-1845
Fax:  (941) 924-6050
Email:  docmusic@comcast.net
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractor
Type of Treatments:  Gentle non-force chiropractic using Sacro-Occipital Technic and Craniopathy
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Other Notes:  I am a second generation chiropractor and love helping children. My practice is at least 50% pediatric.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditios
Anyone who wants to maximize their body's healing potential naturally.


Maria Parks LMT/CT MA28251
Primary Health & Welness MM9264
4551 Grand Blvd
New Pork Richey, FL 34652 USA
Phone:  (727) 847-0106
Fax:  (727) 847-0106
Email:  primaryhealthwellness@yahoo.com
Type of Practitioner:  Massage Therapist, Colon Therapist
Type of Treatments:  Colon Hydrotherapy, Lymphatic Drainaage, Massage, Reflexology and Aromatherapy
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Janice M. Piro
The Piro Clinic of Natural Medicine
971-B Virginia Avenue
Palm Harbor, FL 34683 USA
Phone:  (727) 789-4020
Fax:  (727) 787-1028
Email:  staff@piroclinic.com
Website:  www.piroclinic.com
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractic Internist, DABCI, Kinesiologist
Type of Treatments:  Botanicals, Homeopathy, Herbal Supplements, Chiropractic
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Any type of health concern


GA

Bradley Bongiovanni
4855 Peachtree Ind Blvd
Norcross, GA 30092 USA
Phone:  (800) 221-4640 X 371
Email:  DrBongiovanni@aol.om
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopathic Physician
Type of Treatments:  Nutritional Medicine, Herbal Medicine, Homeopathic Medicine, Diet Counseling
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  YN
See patients already diagnosed with these conditions.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Depression and Anxiety patients
ADD/ADHD
Behavioral Disorders


Joseph M. Doughty, D.C.
Discover Chiropractic
5534 N. Henry Blvd
Stockbridge, GA 30281 USA
Phone:  (770) 389-4744
Fax:  (770) 389-4760
Email:  drmedulla@charter.net
Website:  www.godiscoverhealth.com
Type of Practitioner:  Upper Cervical Specific Chiropractic
Type of Treatments:  Specific Chiropractic Adjustments, and basic nutritional counsel.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens


William E. Richardson, M.D.
Atlanta Clinic of Preventive Medicine
1718 Peachtree Street NW, Suite 360
Atlanta, GA 30309 USA
Phone:  (404) 670-0570
Fax:  (404) 607-0871
Email:  acpmdoc@bellsouth.net
Website:  www.acpm.net
Type of Practitioner:  M.D., Holistic Family Practice
Type of Treatments:  Lifestyle and nutritional counseling, metal (toxic)detox via chelation treatment, medical exam, colonics, herbology, self-hypnosis and meditation, allergy treatment.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
I use diagnoses to communicate and I consider these problems as distress patterns.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
I use diagnoses to communicate and I consider these problems as distress patterns.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
When possible and with good medical monitoring.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children
Depressed patients
Clients classified as "autistic"
Clients classified with Alzeimer's Disease
Anxiety
Chronic Fatigue syndrome


Salih Abdul Baiith
Prime Community Heatlh Care
2870 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive
Atlanta, GA 30311 USA
Phone:  (404) 505-7500
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractor
Type of Treatments:  Chiropractic, neutraceuticals, nutrition, herbal
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Usually patients have been diagnosed by an M.D. and then they are sent to him.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Depressed patients
Autistic
Alzheimer's.


Charles Whitfield, M.D.
3462 Hallcrest Drive
Atlanta, GA 30319 USA
Phone:  (404) 843-3585
Email:  c-bwhit@mindspring.com
Website:  www.cbwhit.com
Type of Practitioner:  Psychiatry, Trauma Psychology, Addiction Medicine
Type of Treatments:  Accurate naming of problems and symptoms, lifestyle and nutritional counseling, appropriate grief work, mediataion, spirituality
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Seldom prescribe, Only when a relatively safe drug available and it is indicated
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
When possible and with medical follow-up visits and monitoring
Other Notes:  Dr. Whitfield is the author of - Healing the Child Within - and - The Truth about Depression. He has over 30 years experience.
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients
Addictions
Overstressed
PTSD


Charles Whitfield, M.D.
3462 Hallcrest Drive
Atlanta, GA 30319 USA
Phone:  (404) 843-3585
Email:  c-bwhit@mindspring.com
Website:  www.cbwhit.com
Type of Practitioner:  Psychiatry, Trauma Psychology, Addiction Medicine
Type of Treatments:  Accurate naming of problems & symptoms, lifestyle and nutritional counseling, appropriate grief work, meditation, spirituality.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Seldom prescribe. Only when a relatively safe drug available and it is indicated.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
When possible and with medical follow-up visits and monitoring
Other Notes:  Author of - Healing the Child Within -and - The Truth about Depression. Over 30 years experience in treating mental health conditions.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Addictions
Over stressed
PTSD


Milton Fried, M.D.
4426 Tilly Mill Road
Atlanta, GA 30360 USA
Phone:  (770) 451-8492
Type of Practitioner:  M.D., General Practice
Type of Treatments:  Homeopathic, natural medicine, herbs, allergy testing
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Don't like to.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Don't like to.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Toubled children or teens (includes those classified as "ADD," "ADHD," or "hyperactive."
Depressed patients
Psychotic patients (includes those classified as "schizophrenic" or "bipolar.") - not the violent ones.
Clients classified as "autistic."
Mentally retarded
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease


DeeAnna P. Merz
Thomas A. Merz
Merz Consulting, Inc.
P.O. Box 403
Menlo, GA 30731 USA
Phone:  (706) 822-0099
Email:  info@merzconsulting.com
Website:  www.merzconsulting.homestead.com/FunctionalAssessment.html
Type of Practitioner:  Licensed Professional Counselor
Qualified Mental Retardation Professional
Certified Rehabilitation Counselor
Type of Treatments:  We offer effective Behavioral Support plans for individuals who have mental retardation and other developmental disabilities.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  YN
Only for he purpose of describing behavior in the formal chart (often medicaid or medicare)
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
With the consent of a physician,we create a plan that decreases the use of psychotropic medication.
Types of clients served:
Mentally retarded.


JP Saleeby, MD
Jane Gregoria, L. Ac
Saleeby Longevity Institute
144 Habersham Street
Savannah, GA 31401 USA
Phone:  (912) 201 9464
Fax:  (912) 201 9467
Email:  jpsaleeby@aol.com
Website:  www.longevity-institute.com
Type of Practitioner:  MD with emphasis on integrative & preventive medicine, anti-aging. Also Licensed Acupuncturist / TCM
Type of Treatments:  Western Herbs, Chinese Herbal medicine, Nutritional Medicine, Myer's Cocktails
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Only as last resort after alternative and complementary therapies have failed.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Usually under careful supervision and gradual taper.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
OCD
BiPolar D/O
CFS
MS


HI

Miles Greenberg, ND
3093 Akahi Street
Lihue, HI 96746 USA
Phone:  (808) 245-2277
Fax:  (808) 245-9454
Email:  miles@hawaiian.net
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopathic physician
Type of Treatments:  Homeopathy, nutrition (oral/parenteral), cranial/spinal manipulation, herbal
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
Only lithium carbonate/citrate - occasionally for manic/depression for short term periods.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
If prescription is not well tolerated or if patients are looking for an alternative.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens


Roger Kliesh, N.D., Ph.D.
Rev. Marty Kliesh, N.D., Ph.D.
Dr. Kliesh
15-1677 Manako Street (19th Street)
General Delivery
Kea'au, HI 96749 USA
Phone:  (808) 966-7720
Email:  klieshhawaii@hotmail.com
Website:  www.herbs-health.com
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopath
Type of Treatments:  All holistic modalities
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
With their doctor's knowledge
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Anger
Panic-Anxiety
Obsessive/Compulsive


Greg Yuen, M.D.
1188 Bishop Street, Ste. 806
Honolulu, HI 96813 USA
Phone:  808 599-5050
Fax:  803 599-5719
Email:  gregyuen@cs.com
Website:  gyuen.salu.net
Type of Practitioner:  M.D. Psychiatrist
Type of Treatments:  These are all treatments I am beginning to transition into my practice. Bach Flower Remedies, nutritional counselling, acupressure points, qigong (breathing exercises), orthomolecular psychiatry.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
Psychiatric diagnoses describe behavior. A condition that results from organic medical causes may be difficult to unravel to first presentation.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
I do medication management. Some patients have mind set to want medication and have no interest or knowledge about alternative therapies.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Main concern is not risk a relapse in their condition that will impact on their life. With an alternative solution we can gradually taper.
Other Notes:  I have been Taichi instructor for over 20 years, a licensed massage therapist for over 20 years and a certified instructor in macrobiotics.
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients
Anxiety patient
Bipolar patients.


IA

David Hoffman, D.C.
Lauran Hoffman, D.C.
Healthquest Chiropractic & Wellness Center
504 1/2 E. Erie Street
Missouri Valley, IA 51555 USA
Phone:  (712) 642-5023
Email:  hqwc@aol.com
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractors
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition, adjustments, allergy testing, NAET (allergy desensitizing)
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens (Includes those classified as "ADD", "ADHD", or "hyperactive.")
Depressed patients
Clients classified as "autistic".


IL

Judith Wilker, LNC, LDN
Frank Antonino, D.C. Chiropractic Neuro
Metabolic Balance Through Micronutrient Restoration
Sheffield and Diversay
Chicago, IL USA
Phone:  (630) 562-4533
Fax:  (702) 552-2344
Email:  zenneuro@gmail.com
Type of Practitioner:  Clinical Nutritionist
Type of Treatments:  Nutraceutical restoration (vitamin, mineral homeopathic, herbal and dietary), Behavioral and lfiestyle change.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
I refer to progressive psychiatrist when needed.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
If posible through a support team. Through biochemcial restoration and behavioral therapy provided by referring therapists.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Depression
Anxiety
Bipolar
Troubled children or teens including ADD/ADHD/hyperactive
Learning problems
Sleep/eating disorders
Psychotic patients
Autistic
Addictions


William J. Mauer, D.O.
Kingsley Medical Center
3401 N. Kennicot Avenue
Arlington Heights, IL 60004 USA
Phone:  (847) 255-8988
Fax:  (847) 255-7700
Type of Practitioner:  D.O., MDH (homeopathic physician)
Type of Treatments:  Homeopathy, nutrition, chelation, IV Vitamin C, photoluminescence, standard medical exam, etc.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens (Includes those classified as "ADD", "ADHD", or "hyperactive.")
Depressed patients
Psychotic Patients (Includes those classified as "schizophrenic" or "bipolar.")
Clients classified as "autistic".
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease


Jonathan P. Martinez, D.O.
Pioneer Medical Associates
3401 N. Kennicott Avenue
Arlington Heights, IL 60004 USA
Phone:  (800) 981-9552
Fax:  (847) 255-7700
Email:  DrMartinez@Get-Well.com
Type of Practitioner:  Osteopathic Physician and Surgeon
Type of Treatments:  Osteopathic Manipulation, Cranial Osteopathy, Clinical Nutrition
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


William M. Pollack, Jr., D.C.
Pollack Chiropractic
20566 N. Milwaukee Avenue
Deerfield (Suburb of Chic, IL 60015 USA
Phone:  (847) 215-2225
Fax:  (847) 215-7203
Email:  DrPollack@comcast.com
Website:  www.PollackClinic.com
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractic - D.C.
Type of Treatments:  Specific Spinal Adjustments, Nutritional Therapy, Massage Therapy, Metabolic Therapy
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
All psychiatric drugs are damaging to the brain. The "chemical imbalances" treated with these drugs are metabolic disorders and to treat them with psychiatric drugs allows the underlying condition to remain undiagnosed and therefore left untreated allowing it to worsen, cause disability or death in the future.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  I work with a biochemist and a neuro-psychologist whose sole purpose is to get patients off psychiatric drugs.
Types of clients served:
Children and adults diagnosed with ADD and ADHD as well as many other psychiatrically diagnosed conditons including Bi-Polar disorder and Autism.


Michael J. Glade
North Shore Wellness
281 Waukegan Road
Northfield, IL 60093 USA
Phone:  (847) 784-0011
Fax:  (847) 784-8734
Email:  the_nutrition_doctor@yahoo.com
Website:  www.galaxymall.com/diet/nutritiondr
Type of Practitioner:  Ph.D., nationally certified clinical nutritionist
Type of Treatments:  diet, supplements and herbs
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
No, this is outside the legal scope of practice nutritionists in Illinois
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions clients
Troubled children or teens (Includes those classified as "ADD", "ADHD", or "hyperactive.")
Depressed patients
Psychotic Patients (Includes those classified as "schizophrenic" or "bipolar.")
Clients classified as "autistic".
Mentally retarded
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease


Paul J. Dunn, M.D.
715 Lake Street
Oak Park, IL 60301 USA
Phone:  (708) 383-3800
Fax:  (708) 383-3445
Email:  pjkddunn@aol.com
Type of Practitioner:  M.D., certified in Pediatrics. I do an integrative complementary practice with adults and children
Type of Treatments:  Diet, detoxification regimen, musculoskeletal treatments and exercises, cranial osteopathy, relaxation techniques, stress reduction, nutritional supplements, candida yeast treatments, oral antigens for food and inhalants, nutritional IV
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
I treat causes rather than only treating symptoms.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
Occasionally a patient needs a drug to help him/her cope but only as a adjunct to treatment and not as "the treatment." Only for a short a time as possible.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Working through the patient's primary physician and/or psychiatrist where this is feasible.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens (includes those classified as "ADD," "ADHD," or "hyperactive.")
Depressed patients
Clients classified as "autistic."
Any patient with chronic symptoms that are not responding to the usual and customary treatment such as fatigue, headache, GI symptoms, etc., etc., etc.


Ross Hauser, M.D.
Caring Medical and Rehabilitation Services
715 Lake Street, Suite 600
Oak Park, IL 60301 USA
Phone:  (708) 848-7789
Fax:  (708) 848-7763
Email:  drhauser@caringmedical.com
Website:  www.caringmedical.com
Type of Practitioner:  Dr. Hauser is an M.D.
Jenifer Van De Pol, M.P.A.S. Interventional Natural Medicine.
Type of Treatments:  Secretin, Chelation, Ozone, Allergies, IV Nutrition, Detox, Diet, Photolum, Insulin Potentiation Therapy, Neuraltherapy, Prolotherapy, Natural Hormone replacement, Anti-aging.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
However, we prefer natural medicine.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
However, we try herbal remedies first.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  Our extensive website gives indepth info about the clinic and treatments we provide as well as helpful links to better educate our patients.
Testimonials Page:  Ross Hauser, M.D.
Types of clients served:
Patients classified as "autistic"
fibromyalgia patients
Cancer patients Pain management
All psychiatric conditions.


Susan Allen-Evenson
7771 Lake Street
Suite 3W
River Forest, IL 60305 USA
Phone:  (708) 366-8947
Email:  saller947@sbcglobal.net
Type of Practitioner:  Nutritionist
Type of Treatments:  Supplements and diet
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Should have doctor's okay and recommendations for weining protocol
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Eating disorders
Addictions
Anxiety disorders
Sleep disorders
Weight issues


Ricardo Bernales, M.D.
Asthma, Allergy & Wellness Center
3240 S. Oak Park Avenue
Berwyn, IL 60402 USA
Phone:  (708) 795-7760
Fax:  (708) 788-8141
Email:  asthmallergy@yahoo.com
Website:  www.salunet.com/bernales
Type of Practitioner:  M.D., Pediatrics, preventive medicine
Type of Treatments:  Allergy testing, immunotherapy, nutrition, elimination diets.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
To describe behavior - can often be improved with diet, nutrition.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Very little
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens (Includes those classified as "ADD", "ADHD", or "hyperactive.")


L. Partha
Holistic Health, Inc.
3510 Hobson Road #303
Woodridge, IL 60517 USA
Phone:  (630) 306-1565
Email:  DrLillyPartha@yahoo.com
Website:  www.HolisticHealthChicago.com
Type of Practitioner:  Acupuncturist, Homeopath
Type of Treatments:  Acupuncture, Homeopathy, ALlery Elimination, BioVector Balance
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Paul D. Rieselman
Amy J. Rieselman, L.AC
Northstar Chiropractic Natural Wellness Center
4513 Lincoln Avenue
Suite 212
Lisle, IL 60532 USA
Phone:  (630) 795-1889
Email:  northstarchiro@yahoo.com
Website:  northstar.chiroweb.com
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractic Physician, Lic. Acupuncturist, Chinese Herbalist
Type of Treatments:  Neuro-Emotional Technique (see our webpage FAQ for more info), Nutritional, Acupuncture, other holistic based Chiro/Acupuncture treatments.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
We work with the prescribing doctor so that the patient is monitored during that process.
Other Notes:  We are holistic and vitalistic in nature. We allow the body to express itself as needed to heal from the inside out.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditons
Stress Management


Pfeiffer Treatment Center
4575 Weaver Parkway
Warrenville, IL 60555 USA
Phone:  (630) 505-0300
Fax:  (630) 836-0667
Email:  Info@hriptc.org
Website:  www.hriptc.org
Type of Practitioner:  Individualized Nutrient Therapy
Type of Treatments:  Nutrient supplements.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Working together in conjunction with your psychiatrist and other therapies.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Yes, but final decision is between patient and psychiatrist.
Testimonials Page:  Pfeiffer Treatment Center
Types of clients served:
All patients both adults with biochemical imbalances which include Autism, Bipolar disorders, Schizophrenia, Mood Disorders, AAD/ADHD, Depression, Post-Partum Depression, hormonal imbalances, menopause, Anxiety, etc. by balancing body and brain chemistry.


Judith Wiker, LNC LDN
Frank Antonino, DC, Chiropractic Neurolo
Neuro Balance - Advanced Nutritional Therapy for Optimal Bra
1770 N. Park Place
Suite 107
Naperville, IL 60565 USA
Phone:  (630) 562-4533
Email:  zenneuro@gmail.com
Type of Practitioner:  Clinical Nutritionist
Type of Treatments:  Medical Nutritional Therapy, amino acid therapy, vitamin, mineral, homeopathic, herbal and correction of nutritional deficiencies.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
I refer to progressive psychiatrist when needed.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
If possible through a support team. Through biochemical restoration and behavioral therapy provided by referring therapists.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Depression
Anxiety
Bipolar
Troubled children/teens including ADD/ADHD/hyperactive
Learning problems
Sleep/eating disorders
Psychotic patients
Autistic
Addictions
Depression
Anxiety
OCD
OCD
Mood
ADD/ADHD/Hperactive Learning Problems
Sleep/Eating Distorders
Addictions


Elliott Small
MyHealthSpan.com
28 East Jackson Blvd. 10th Floor #A728
Chicago, IL 60604 USA
Phone:  (312) 777-4205
Fax:  (312) 777-4205
Email:  Elliott@health-span.com
Website:  www.MyHealthSpan.com
Type of Practitioner:  Digestive disease and nutrition with a focus on preventative medicine.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Testimonials Page:  Elliott Small
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients, Specialize in anti-aging and preventative medicine. We offer information and links on preventable illness and anti-aging medicine, as well as chat rooms, forums and products, such as the H-SCAN physical age test used by doctors.


Allyne Rosenthal, D.C.
Rosenthal Clinic
122 S. Michigan, Ste. 1560
Chicago, IL 60625 USA
Phone:  (312) 939-4121
Fax:  (312) 939-8011
Email:  allynerosenthal@earthlink.net
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractic Physician
Functional Medicine practitioner
Nutritionist
Type of Treatments:  Chiropractic adjustments and nutritional therapy based on the protocols of functional medicine
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Outside the scope of license. Can assist people with nutrition and will have a medical doctor on staff after July 2001.
Other Notes:  We have worked extensively and successful in the areas of PMS, perimenopause and menopause
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Women with PMS and other hormonal imbalances.


Claude Williams, D.C.
Apollo Wellness Center
6262 N. Lincoln Avenue
Chicago, IL 60679 USA
Phone:  (773) 539-7400
Fax:  (773) 604-4446
Website:  www.apollowellnesscenter.com
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractor, Acupuncturrist, Naturopath, traditional Chinese medicine
Type of Treatments:  Accupuncture, adjustments, nutrition, herbs, Chinese herbs, physiotheraphy, homeopathy.
To describe behavior
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens (Includes those classified as "ADD", "ADHD, or hyperactive.") If not too rebellious to comply with treatment.
Depressed patients
Psychotic Patients (Includes those classified as "schizophrenic" or "bipolar.")
Mentally retarded
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease
Drug Addiction


Peter Kimble, ND
2113 Lindsay Road
Springfield, IL 62704 USA
Email:  pbkimble@aol.com
Type of Practitioner:  ND, Naturopathic Physician
Type of Treatments:  Funtional Nutrition, Homeopathy, Botanicals.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditons


IN

Stacie Macari, DC, CNS, DABAAHP
Carmel Clinic for Functional Medicine
75 Executive Drive
Carmel, IN 46032 USA
Phone:  (317) 846-9355
Fax:  (317) 846-8481
Website:  www.carmelclinic.com/
Type of Practitioner:  Board Certified Nutritional Specialist, Board Certified in Anti-Aging Medicine, Board Certified Chiropractic Physician
Type of Treatments:  Physical and laboratory evaluation followed by nutraceuticals, medical foods, nutritional supplements, DMSA (oral) and dietary modifications.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Decision to remove psychiatric drugs is based on clinical evidence in conjunction with the patient and the prescribing clinician.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Sarah Masterson, D.C.
Masterson Chiropractic Clinic
725 East Market Street
Warsaw, IN 46580 USA
Phone:  (574) 267-7051
Fax:  (574) 268-0008
Email:  drsarahmasterson@yahoo.com
Website:  www.masterchiro.com
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractor
Type of Treatments:  Applied Kinesiology and clinical Nutrition. Contract Reflex Analysis, Cargioloi chiropractic energy psychology, Emotional Freedom Technique, functional nutritional and digestive lab testing, heavy metal testing, homeopathy
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Chiropractors are not licensed to prescribe or take people off pharmaceuticals. We have doctors we refer to for medical supervision.
Types of clients served:
Troubled Children or teens
Clinical nutrition/holistic practice for persons with most problems
Mood and psychotic disorders
Women's issues
Adrenal/stress issues
Fibromyalgia
Blood sugar and cardiovascular concerns


Ann Kempf
Kempf Professional Corporation
1202 Lincoln Way East
South Bend, IN 46601 USA
Phone:  (219) 232-5892
Fax:  (219) 237-0910
Type of Practitioner:  Nutritionist, Naturopath
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition, Chelation therapy, OMT, Allergy testing and treatment, Toxic metal testing and treatment.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Depending on the situation
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Preferred
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Depressed patients
Mentally retarded
Clients classified with Alzheimer's disease
Parkinson's
fibromyalgia


Frances D. Dwyer, M.D.
919 E. Jefferson, Ste. 107
South Bend, IN 46617 USA
Phone:  (219) 237-1303
Fax:  (219) 237-1321
Type of Practitioner:  Pediatrition, Family Practitioner, Integrative Medicine
Type of Treatments:  Hypnotist, Skin & Blood tests, Allergy. Really looks for inhalants, toxic substances, etc. Address mental health issues with nutrition/allergy/toxic substances stand point.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
Believes they can be caused by exposure to toxins.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Handles teens and kids


Marvin D. Dziabis, M.D.
Health Restoration Clinic
107 West Seventh Street
North Manchester, IN 46962 USA
Phone:  (260) 982-1400
Fax:  (260) 982-1700
Email:  Mdziabis@ctinet.com
Website:  www.medical-library.net/doctors/health_restoration_clinic
Type of Practitioner:  M.D.
Type of Treatments:  Allergy, anti-aging, bioresonance, cancer support, chelation, cardiovascular support, detoxification, electro-accupuncture, electrodermal screening, homeopathy, infra-red sauna, nutritional, oxidative therapy, photoluminesence
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
Both
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Personalized care.
Other Notes:  The practice is integrative medicine.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Hyperactive children


Kirk Morgan, M.D.
Practice: George M. Wolverton, M.D., Inc.
647 Eastern Bl
Clarksville, IN 47129 USA
Phone:  (812) 282-4309
Fax:  (812) 283-8299
Email:  Kmorgan@NUEworld.com
Website:  NUEworld.com/MEMALL
Type of Practitioner:  M.D.
Type of Treatments:  Any and all means and modalities as determined and indicated to relieve pain and suffering. I tend to seek measures that are cost effective and hopefully will do no harm.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
I tend to prefer to think that such diagnoses are best treated first as behavior resulting from some environmental factors, if possible.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
"Not commonly. I do when patients are totally out of control and such measures are required. I do not, when an allergy, metabolic or environmental factor or factors can be identified and effectively modified."
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Not necessarily always. Depends on many factors. Some patients seem to require the drugs in order not to be dangerous to themselves.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens (includes those classified as "ADD," "ADHD," or "hyperactive."
Depressed patients
Psychotic patients (includes those classified as "schizophrenic" or "bipolar.")
Some clients classified as "autistic."
Mentally retarded
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease
I do like to see those with heavy metal toxicity, environmental illness, allergy, fatigue, and many schizophrenics who have Candida Related Complex.


George M. Wolverton, M.D.
647 Eastern Bl
Clarksville, IN 47129 USA
Phone:  (812) 282-4309
Fax:  (812) 283-8299
Email:  drgeorge@wolvertonmd.com
Website:  www.wolvertonmd.com
Type of Practitioner:  M.D., Family Practice
Type of Treatments:  Orthomolecular, IV, Chelation, nutrition
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Troubled children or teens (includes those classified as "ADD," "ADHD," or "hyperactive.")
Depressed patients
Psychotic patients (includes those classified as "schizophrenic" or bipolar.")
Clients classified as "autistic"
Mentally retarded
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease


Larry Meadows
Meadows Accupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine Clinic
7662 West State Road 356
Lexington, IN 47138 USA
Phone:  (812) 866-3036
Email:  meadowssl@msn.net
Type of Practitioner:  Acupuncturist and Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner.
Type of Treatments:  Acupuncture and Herbal Remedies
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Done using discussion with patient, but primarily using tongue and pulse diagnostic techniques of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Cannot prescribe. Work with patient if they feel a need to seek Western Professional Psychiatrist. If doctor willing, we can work together. Have not found Psychiatrist in Indiana interested in traditional Chinese medicine.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
For acupuncture to work most effectively, minimal amounts of drugs are recommended. Family support is best for becoming less dependent.
Other Notes:  Every individual can have psychological problems that relate directly to stress and its effects on the body. Must be committed to getting well for treatment to be effecive.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Especially good for hyperactive children on medication.


Hamilton Clinic
958 Kenmore Drive
Evansville, IN 47714 USA
Phone:  (812) 477-5003
Fax:  (812) 477-3639
Website:  www.hamiltonclinic.com
Type of Practitioner:  Doctor of Osteopathy, Chiropractors
Type of Treatments:  Electric Accupuncture, Chelation therapy, Nutritional therapy, Massage therapy, Chiropractic neurology.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
Can prescribe, but prefer not to.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mentally disturbed clients
Troubled children or teens (includes those classified as "ADD," "ADHD," or "Hyperactive."
Depressed patients
Psychotic patients (includes those classified as "schizophrenic" or "bipolar.")
Clients classified as "autistic".
Mentally retarded
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease.


KS

Farhang Khosh, N.D.
Mehdi Khosh, ND.,Deena Beneda-Khosh, ND
Natural Medical Care
2601 West 6th Street, Ste. D
Lawrence, KS 66049 USA
Phone:  (785) 749-2255
Email:  drskhosh@yahoo.com
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopathic Doctor
Type of Treatments:  Homeopathy, Herbal medicine, Nutrition, and Acupuncture
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  All three doctors are Bastyr University graduates.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens.


Ryan Shelton
Whole Body Health
11791 W. 112th Street
Overland Park, KS 66210 USA
Phone:  (913) 961-6308
Email:  drshelton@sunflower.com
Website:  www.wholebodyhealth.com
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopathic Physician
Type of Treatments:  Botanical Medicine, Clinical Nutrition, Physical Medicine, Hydrotherapy, Homeopathy, Counseling, Exercise, Environmental Medicine, Barrier Contraception
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  Naturopathic Family Medicine and Women's Health Care
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Peter Kimble, ND
1709 SW Randolph Avenue
Topeka, KS 66604 USA
Phone:  (785) 234-0015
Email:  pbkimble@aol.com
Type of Practitioner:  ND, Naturpathic Physician
Type of Treatments:  Functional Nutrition, Homepathy, Botanicals
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Bob Sager, M.D. LLC
2330 N. Kansas Avenue
Liberal, KS 67901 USA
Phone:  (620) 626-7080
Fax:  (620) 626-6633
Email:  drbob@swko.net
Type of Practitioner:  M.D., Board Certified Family Medicine. Certified also Holistic Medicine.
Type of Treatments:  IVs, vitamins, herbals, amino acids, acupuncture. Also interested in natural hormone treatment and natural thyroid replacement as both of these glands' functions are essential for good neurotransmitter function.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
For immediate relief. The goal is to get each patient to a natural approach to optimizing their brain chemistry.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
I use support with vitamins. I also use acupuncture for helping with withdrawal from narcotics.
Types of clients served:
Troubled Children or teens
Addictions
Weight management
Fibromyalgia
Chronic fatigue
Chronic pain
Family Medicine


KY

Clifford Kuhn, M.D.
Natural Medicine of Humor
2550 Webb Road
Simpsonville, KY 40067 USA
Phone:  (502) 722-8732
Email:  Cliff@natural-humor-medicine.com
Website:  www.natural-humor-medicine.com
Type of Practitioner:  M.D., Psychiatrist
Type of Treatments:  Humor therapy, theraputic humor
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Chronic pain
Cancer


Dewitt Garrett, D.N., D.C., N.D.
221 Al Fan Court
Winchester, KY 40391 USA
Phone:  (603) 737-0529
Email:  dgarrett@mis.net
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractor, Doctor of Naprapathy, Naturopathic Doctor
Type of Treatments:  Naprapathic (type of adjustment), nutrition, herbs, diet consult
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Assists them
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens (includes those classified as "ADD," "ADHD," or "hyperactive.")
Depressed patients
Clients classifed as "autistic."
Mentally retarded.
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease.


LA

Barry Schwartz, Ph.D.
Tulane Stress Management/Biofeedback and Wellness
1415 Tulane Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70112 USA
Phone:  (504) 587-2114
Fax:  (504) 588-2305
Type of Practitioner:  Ph.D.
Type of Treatments:  Holistic mind body integration approach to include biofeedback/neuro feedback, nutrition & exercise.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
To describe behavior only
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
I'm not licensed to prescribe medication.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Troubled children and teens
Chronic pain e.g. headache, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, ADD/HD


Marie Pace, HHP, CNC
Optimum Solutions. LLC - Hormone & Nutritional Consultants
210 Elmwood Drive
Lafayette, LA 70503 USA
Phone:  (337) 989-0572
Fax:  (337) 989-0573
Email:  doc@mariepace.com
Website:  www.mariepace.com
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopathic doctor and certified nutritional Counselor, Nutritional & Hormone Consultant
Type of Treatments:  Real natural hormones, saliva and/or blood hormone testing, Hair tissue mineral analysis, herbal remedies, nutritional supplements, support and educational consultations (no talk therapy of any sort).
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Only very light conditions or refer heavy cases to Health Med in Sacramento.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  We work primarily with women ages 13-90 but have assisted many men as well when it comes to nutrition and hormones imbalanced.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Sangeeta Shah, M.D.
Wellness and Longevity Center of Louisiana
211 E. Kaliste Saloom Road
Lafayette, LA 70508 USA
Phone:  (337) 235-1166
Fax:  (337) 235-1168
Email:  sangi@bigplanet,com
Website:  www.healthybloodhealthybody.com
Type of Practitioner:  M.D.
Type of Treatments:  Weight loss program, chelation therapy, and blood morphology
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens (includes those classified as "ADD", "ADHD", or "Hyperactive")
Depressed Patients
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease
Parkinson's Disease


Sylvia N. Callahan, N.D.
11851 Coursey Blvd. Suite B
Baton Rouge, LA 70816 USA
Phone:  (225) 291-0083
Fax:  (225) 296-5181
Email:  healthdr@aol.com
Website:  http://www.drsylviacallahan.com
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopathic Doctor, Board-Certified
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition, herbs, reflexology, acupressure, homepathy
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Depending on the drug, we may wean patient gradually while at the same time supplementing with herbal compounds and nutrition counseling.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
All types of mental and physical imbalances are seen in my office.


MA

Freedom Center Northampton MA
P.O. 623
Northampton, MA 01060 USA
Phone:  (413) 582-9948
Email:  info@freedom-center.org
Website:  www.freedom-center.org
Type of Practitioner:  Practice includes peer support, advocacy and activism group working against human rights abuse.
Type of Treatments:  Treatments are free weekly yoga classes, resource exchange through weekly support groups. We work from our experience reducing/going off medication to help others find what works for them.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions.


Jeff Bliss
Anne Marie Di Giacomo
Windhorse Associates
211 North Street Suite 1
Northampton, MA 01060 USA
Phone:  (413) 586-0207 X113
Fax:  (413) 585-1521
Email:  ibliss@windhorseassociates.com
Website:  www.windhorseassociates.com
Type of Practitioner:  Therapeutic Community
Type of Treatments:  Wellness Nursing, Basic Attendance Shifts, Yoga & Qi Gong, Therapeutic with non-clinical housemates
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
Medications are used in minimal doses for individuals that find them helpful.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
We ask not to make unilateral reduction decisions. We are judicious and slow with the reductions
Other Notes:  All clinicians here maintain a comtemplative practice as part of their life.
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients
People who are living with pervasive mental distress may find us a suppportive environment to support recovery.


Maria Broderick, Ed.D.
Fern Essences
33 Warner Street
Concord, MA 01742 USA
Phone:  (978) 371-8010
Email:  maria@fernessences.com
Website:  www.fernessences.com
Type of Practitioner:  Flower essence practitioner
Type of Treatments:  I advise parents on flower essence selection for supporting children's wellness.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Other Notes:  Flower essences are natural remedies that help the human system restore balance.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Families looking for supports to wellness


Tara Greaves
Naturopathic Family Practice
17 Wilson Street, Suite 7
Clemsford, MA 01824 USA
Phone:  (378) 452-4512
Email:  drgreaves@naturopathicfamilypractice.com
Website:  www.naturopathicfamilypractice.com
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopathic Doctor
Type of Treatments:  Betanicals, Nutritonal Supplements, Homeopathy
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
In conjunction with the prescribing medical doctor
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Robert Baritz, DC
Baritz Wellness Center
450 Pleasant Street
Suite 3
Brockton, MA 02301 USA
Phone:  (508) 583-2565
Fax:  (508) 580-2477
Email:  rbaritz@aol.com
Website:  www.baritzchiro.com
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractor
Clinician in Whole Food Nutrition
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition
Chiropractic
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Lynn Caesar, Ph.D.
Arlington, MA 02474 USA
Phone:  (781) 641-1353
Email:  laughter2@comcast.net
Type of Practitioner:  Clinical Psychologist
Type of Treatments:  Individuals, couples, family therapy, Holistic psychotherapy. Trained in herbalism and laughter yoga. I see children, adolescents, and adults presenting a wide range of complaints/problems
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
I am unable to prescribe, but I work with physicians and psychopharmacologists to collaborate with clients wish to discontinue medication.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Troubled children or teens
Depressed patients (br) Specialize in healing depression naturally.


Barry Taylor, ND
New England Family Health Center
270 Winter Street
Weston, MA 02493 USA
Phone:  (781) 237-8505
Email:  drbarrytaylor@aol.com
Website:  www.drbarrytaylor.com
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopathic Physician
Type of Treatments:  Nutritional/Orthomolecular, Herbal and Homeopathic Remedies. I teach stress management skills and offer LaStone Therapy.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
These labels are only relevant only to organize oneself for description. Treatments balance the biochemistry regardless of the label that might appropriately describe their condition.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  I have been involved in Naturopathic medicine for over 25 years and am chief consultant to NBC News in the New England area for the last 7 years. Clients consult with me from over 30 states.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Environmental allergies
GI symptoms
Arthritis
Female imbalances
Children with chronic infections
Detoxifying protocols
Weight Loss programs
Eating disorders
Chronic pain patients
Cancer
Immune challenges like Chronic Fatigue Syndrome


Janice Gagnon-Warr, RN, C, HNC, RA, APP
Southcoast Aromatherapy & Polarity
33 State Road
Dartmouth, MA 02719 USA
Phone:  (508) 998-7984
Email:  jgwarr@aol.com
Type of Practitioner:  Holistic nurse, registered and certified in clinical aromatherapy and Polarity Therapy.
Type of Treatments:  Aromatherapy and Polarity therapy for relaxation stress management
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Will consult with primary care provider as needed.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  Board certified in psychiatric and mental health nursing
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


MD

Robert Hedaya, M.D.
The Hedaya Clinic & National Center for Whole Psychiatry
4701 Willard Avenue
Suite 222
Chevy Chase, MD 20815 USA
Phone:  (301) 657-4749
Fax:  (301) 718-0766
Email:  drhedaya@roberthedayamd.com
Website:  www.wholepsych.com
Type of Practitioner:  Psychiatry, Psychopharmacology, Endrocrinology
Type of Treatments:  Orthomolecular, Nutrition, Gastrointestinal, Hormones, Detoxification
I look at the physiology of systems affecting the brain
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
I prefer to avoid or use least dose necessary.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Dosages can frequently be reduced, discontinuation is possible in certain circumstances.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Alice W. Lee-Bloem, M.D.
4108 Alfalfa Terrace
Olney, MD 20832 USA
Phone:  (301) 802-4474
Fax:  240-206-2740
Email:  alice@drbloem.com
Website:  www.holisticpsychiatrist.com
Type of Practitioner:  Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatrist specilizing in orthomolecular methods and energy medicine.
Type of Treatments:  Nutritional supplementation, Energy Medicine, Homeopathy, Accupressure
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
For emergencies to avoid hospitalization and for a temporary period of time.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
I have been able to take people who are on five or more medications off of their drugs gradually.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions.


Alice W. Lee-Bloem, MD ABHM
4108 Alfalfa Terrace
Olney, MD 20832 USA
Phone:  (301) 802-4474
Fax:  (240) 206-2740
Email:  alice@drbloem.com
Website:  www.holisticpsychiatrist.com
Type of Practitioner:  Child, adolescent and adult psychiatry
Type of Treatments:  Orthomolecular Medicine, Energy Medicine, Detoxification, Nutritional Support, Homeopathic and herbal remedies, and psychotropic medications.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Prescribe mediations while patients are going through withdrawal and the gradual tapering prcess as a adjunct.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Specialize in helping patients withdraw from psychiatric mental health problems.
Types of clients served:
All mental healh conditions
Enjoy teaching clinicians who are interested how to synthesize orthomolecular and energy medicine together to heal mental illness ans psychological problems.


Reggi Norton, M.Ac., L.Ac.
Mary Lynn Lipscomb, RN, HNC, BeP
Meridians - A Center for the Healing Arts
321 Main Street
Gaithersburg, MD 20878 USA
Phone:  (301) 977-7762
Fax:  (301) 977-9565
Email:  reggi@meridianshealth.com
Website:  www.meridianshealth.com
Type of Practitioner:  Acupuncturist, specializing in Allergy Elimination and CORE energetic assessments (Reggi) BioEnergetic Practitioner.
Type of Treatments:  Acupuncture,Allergy Elimination, CORE Energetic Assessments, EAV (Electrodermal Screening, Homeopathy, Nutritional support. Also, Reiki, Craniosacral therapy, Feldenkrais, Chiropractic, Hormone Balancing Treatments
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Depressed Patients, Menopausal women, people in physical pain (affecting emotional well-being), Chronic immune disorder and ALLERGIES, affecting both physical and emotional states of being.


Christina Marie Marr
Natural
, MD 20901 USA
Phone:  (917) 547-4173
Email:  ctine@ctine.com
Website:  www.NaturalPsychologist.com
Type of Practitioner:  Psychotherapist Hypnotherapist, LCMFT, NBCCH (Holistic Nutrition - CNC Pending
Type of Treatments:  Holistic Nutrition, Hypnosis, Guided Imagery, Visualization, Meditation Training, Spiritual Practice Development, Mindfulness, Mind Body, Mind Body Methods, Yoga, Meditation, Wilderness for Children & Teens, Biofeedback
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
I collaberate with your docotr or consult with an MD that I work with when indicated.
Types of clients served:
Troubled Children or Teens
Depressed Patients
ACHD, PTSD, Stress, Anxiety, Panic Disorder, Trauma, Bipolar


Barbara L. Downes, D.C.
Downs Family Chiropractic & Holistic Healthcare
10 Warren Road
Suite 200
Cockeysville, MD 21030 USA
Phone:  (410) 628-2600
Email:  doctordownes@aol.com
Type of Practitioner:  DC-Chiropractor Certified in NET-Neuro Emotional Technique
Type of Treatments:  Chiropractic, Acupuncture, Whole Food Nutrition, Homeopathy, Mind-Body Work.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Specializing in helping in manifesing healthier relationships and self-confidence.


Harvey Rhoads, DC
Rhoads Chiropractic
#5 Dandelion Drive
Troy, MD 63379 USA
Phone:  (636) 528-5454
Fax:  (636) 528 -4973
Email:  hi@lincoln.mo.us
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractor specializing in nutrition
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition, diet coaching
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
We first work to create wellness. You and your prescribing physician make the medication decision.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Those who want to age gracefully


MI

Judy Stone
Nutrition Magician
2312 Packard Road
Ann Arbor, MI 48104 USA
Email:  nutritionmagician@mediaone.net
Website:  www.nutritionmagician.net
Type of Practitioner:  Nutritionist
Type of Treatments:  Dietary intervention, Amino Acid Therapy, Detoxification, Supplements
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
Typically these are convenient shorthand ways of communicating patient behavior. Sometimes necessary to get insurance reimbursement for the client.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Unless client refuses, like to do in conjunction with medical consultation.
Other Notes:  I am a former psychotherapist (20 years) who now focuses on nutritional support for mental health. As a psychotherapist I practiced Bioenergetics which is a mind body therapy focusing on interaction between emotion and physical body.
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients; Attention deficit.


Darren Schmidt, D.C. N.D.
Wholistic Doctor
3100 W. Liberty Suite C
Ann Arbor, MI 48104 USA
Phone:  (734) 302-7575
Fax:  (734) 821-7576
Email:  drschmidt@wholisticdoctor.com
Website:  www.wholisticdoctor.com
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopath and Chiropractor
Type of Treatments:  I use diet and whole-food based nutritional supplements. Use herbs if this doesn't work but rarely.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Patient must talk to their MD about getting off drugs. Takes 4-8 weeks to feel good enough to get off the drugs.
Other Notes:  Most mental problems are overlooked physical ailments. When people take care of their physical health, their mental health is improved as a side effect.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Women between 25-60 with fatigue, depression and lack of motivation. I work with the patients to improve health and the need for the drug goes away.


Michigan Neurofeedback Center
134 West University Drive
Rochester, MI 48307 USA
Email:  neurofeedback@earthlink.net
Website:  mineurofeedback.com.tripod.com
Type of Practitioner:  Neurofeedback
Type of Treatments:  None
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Neurofeedback is an adjunctive therapy that assist that may reduce the need of pharmaceutical intervention.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
ADD
Anxiety headaches
Autism spectrum


Linda Kent
Health Matrix
5502 Amberwood Drive
Sterling Heights, MI 48310 USA
Phone:  (586) 264-0824
Email:  Lkentresources@mindspring.com
Website:  www.lkhealthmatrix,com
Type of Practitioner:  Learning Specialist, Nutritional Consultant, Energy Therapy Practitioner
Type of Treatments:  The Emotional Freedom Technique, a form of Energy Psychology. The technique is easy to learn, provides lasting relief and it works. Please see the testimonials on my website.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
The decision is between the family and their medical doctor. I work with alternative therapies so the child can function without drugs.
Other Notes:  I work with the entire family whenever there is a problem with a child. It is never just the child's problem.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
I see a lot of kids labeled ADD/ADHD, adults who have experienced trauma and phobias and a lot of people wanting to lose weight and/or quit smoking.


Jen Green, ND
7001 Orchard Lake Road, Ste 132, West Bl
51850 Dequindre Rd Ste 1 Shelby Twp
Detroit, MI 48324 USA
Phone:  (248) 737-7126
Fax:  (586) 991-0805
Website:  www.ndaccess.com/DrJenGreen
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopathy
Type of Treatments:  Amino acid therapy, thyroid and adrenal support, constitutional homeopathy(Completed Mood Cure Professional Training)
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
With Amino acid support
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Women's health
Adolesents and pediatrics
Behavior disordered kids and special needs welcome


Nedra Downing, D.O.
5639 Sashabaw Road
Clarkston, MI 48346 USA
Phone:  (248) 625-6677
Fax:  (248) 625-5633
Type of Practitioner:  D.O., Pharmacist and M.S. in human Nutrition
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition homeopathic, energy, herbs, IV, precursor loading for neurotransmitters, allergy avoidance.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
These ae chemical imbalances. Diagnosis are used for insurance companies and billing purposes.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Use a few, judiciously, or renew existing drugs when titraing (weaning) of.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Kids that are mentally disturbed
Troubled children or teens (Includes those classified as "ADD", "ADHD, or hyperactive.")
Depressed patients
Psychotic patients. We work with a few schizophrenics; we work with manic and depression
Clients classified as "autistic".
Mentally retarded
Early stages of Alzheimer's Disease
We work with menopausal changes and depression of hypothyroid; also PMS and toxic-related mental changes


Donna Ribaudo
Synergy Unlimited Network
4701 Edgewood
Clarkston, MI 48346 USA
Phone:  (248) 895-6403
Email:  totalpersoncare@aol.com
Website:  www.totalpersoncare.com
Type of Practitioner:  Educator in Natural Health Naturopath
Type of Treatments:  Bach Flower Remedies, Homeopathic Remedies, Foods to heal, other nutritional herbs, antioxidants specific to the needs of the individual as well as other supports; Brain Gym, EFT, Hypnosis
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  Educate in the ways of Natural Health to stimulate the natural healing mechanism.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Behavioral Disorders
Attention problems
School Learning Issues
Down's Syndrome


William Bernard, D.O.
Kenneth Ganapini, D.O.
1044 Gilbert Street
Flint, MI 48532 USA
Phone:  (810)733-3140
Fax:  (810) 733-5623
Type of Practitioner:  D.O.,
Type of Treatments:  Chelation, minerals, vitamin treatment
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Few as possible
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens (Includes those classified as "ADD", "ADHD, or hyperactive.")
Depressed patients
Clients classified as "autistic".
Mentally retarded
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease


Ibraham Ahmed. N.D., R.N.
Edwin Pearce, MD Roman Kolodchin, PhD
Community Bridges Integrated Healthcare
744 Hooper Street, Suite 1
Caro, MI 48723 USA
Phone:  (313) 815-8767
Fax:  (989) 672-2483
Email:  ibrahamahmed@aol.com
Website:  www.communitybridgesihc.com
Type of Practitioner:  N.D., M.D.
Type of Treatments:  Reiki, Accupressure, Aromatherapy, Herbal
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Alzheimer's Disease
Primary care adults integrated medicine


Seldon Nelson, D.O.
1504 E. Grand River
East Lansing, MI 48823 USA
Phone:  (517) 349-5346
Fax:  (517) 349-7009
Type of Practitioner:  D.O.
Type of Treatments:  80% physical medicine, manipulation, chronic fatigue
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Seldom
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Only a few mentally disturbed
Depressed patients
Clients classified as "autistic".
Mentally retarded


Tammy Geurkink-Born, D.O.
Born Prevention Health Care Clinic, P.C.
3700 52nd Street Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49512 USA
Phone:  (616) 656-3700
Fax:  (616) 656-3701
Email:  tammy@bornclinic.com
Website:  www.bornclinick.com
Type of Practitioner:  Family practice, D.O.s
Type of Treatments:  Chelation therapy, acupuncture, anti-aging, laser surgery, allergies, cellulite therapy, gynecology, prolotherapy.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
We typically help patients after they have been diagnosed by traditional physicians.
We typically help patients after they have been diagnosed by traditional physicians.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  Dr. Geurkink-Born, D.O. practices with Gary Coller, D.O. and Arden P. Anderson, Ph.D., D.O.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens (Includes those classifed as "ADD," "ADHD," or "hyperactive.")
Depressed patients
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease.


Gary Coller, D.O.
Arden P. Anderson, Ph.D., D.O.
Born Prevention Health Care Clinic, P.C.
3700 52nd Street SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49512 USA
Phone:  (616) 656-3700
Fax:  (616) 656-3701
Website:  www.bornclinic.com
Type of Practitioner:  Family Practice, D.O.s
Type of Treatments:  Chelation therapy, acupuncture, anti-aging, laser surgery, allergies, cellulite, therapy, gynecology, prolotherapy.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
We typically help patients after they have been diagnosed by traditional physcians.
We typically help patients after they have been diagnosed by traditional physcians.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  Dr's Collier, D.O. and Anderson, D.O. are in practice with Dr. Tammy Geurkink-Born,D.O.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens (includes those classified as "ADD," "ADHD," or "hyperactive.")
Depressed paitents
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease.


Denni Dempster MIMC
IM Connected
1570 Spaulding SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546 USA
Phone:  (616) 460-1512
Fax:  (616) 942-9747
Email:  dendster@comcast.net
Website:  www.imconnected.us
Type of Practitioner:  Interactive Metronome Trainer and Consultant
Type of Treatments:  Interactive Metronome Training
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
IM Training is allowing many people (mostly children) to come off ADHD drugs in many cases.
Other Notes:  Parents are encouraged to visit www.interactivemetronome.com
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
ADD
ADHD
Aspergers CP
OCD
ODD
SI


MN

Joan Mathews Larson, Ph.D..
Health Recovery Center
3255 Hennepin Avenue S
Minneapolis, MN 54048 USA
Phone:  (612) 827-7800
Fax:  (800) 554-1948
Website:  www.healthrecovery.com
Type of Practitioner:  Ph,D. Nutritionist
Type of Treatments:  Orthomolecular treats alcohol addiction
Believes they are physically caused
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Yes, takes them off.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Troubled children or teens (Includes those classified as "ADD", "ADHD, or hyperactive.") Licensed down to age 15
Depressed patients, lots of them
Psychotic Patients (Includes those classified as "schizophrenic" or "bipolar.")
Clients classified as "autistic"
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease
Any addiction


Ronald T. Petit, M.S.
Donna Tveten, OTR
Afton Alternative Associates
16455 20th Street South
Suite B
Lakeland, MN 55043 USA
Phone:  (651) 436-3845
Email:  ronpetit@yahoo.com
Website:  www.aftonalternativeassociates.com
Type of Practitioner:  Occupational Therapist, Professional Counselor
Type of Treatments:  Rolfing, Myofascial Release, Brain Gym, Movement Therapy, Joint Mobilization, Strength Education
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  No
Testimonials Page:  Ronald T. Petit, M.S.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
ADHD
PTSD
Expressive Aphasia
Receptive Aphasia
Anxiety Disorders
Personal Injury with mental health complications
Geriatric physical dysfunction with mental health complications.


Jonathan Williams
Darell Shaffer
The Centre for Mental Health Solutions
2000 South Plymouth Rd Suite 220
Minnetonka, MN 55305 USA
Phone:  (952) 922-6916
Fax:  (952) 922-3412
Email:  info@mentalhealthsolutions.org
Website:  mentalhealthsolutions.org
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractic Internist, Psychiatrist, Holistic Medical Doctor (Dr. Charles Weisman)
Type of Treatments:  Energy medicine, massage, acupuncture, cranial sacral, ear candling, colonic, Healing touch, full laboratory services and testing, chiropractic, nutrition, exercise and many others.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  YN
Used to describe behavior of for insurance reimbursement.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
Patient needs to be established as safe to self and others and actively working on a nutrition/therapies program that is showing success behaviorally and biochemically through lab tests.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  We are provide fully customized programming for each patient. With the benefit of doctors working together to achieve stabilization and healing.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Any brain disorders
Cancer
Chronic fatigue
Fibromyalgia
MS
Heavy metal toxicity
Thyroid problems, etc.


Dr. Jonathan Williams
Dr. Darell Shaffer
The Centre for Mental Heath Solutions
2000 South Plymouth Road, Suite 220
Minnetonka, MN 55305 USA
Phone:  (952) 922-6916
Fax:  (952) 922-3412
Email:  info@mentalhealthsolutions.org
Website:  www.mentalhealthsolutions.org
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractic Internist, Psychiatrist, Holistic Medical Doctor (Dr. Charles Weisman)
Type of Treatments:  Energy medicine, massage, acupuncture, cranial sacral, colored light, ear candling, colonic, healing touch, aromatherapy, chiropractic, (see more below in other notes).
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  YN
To describe behavior or for insurance reimbursement.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
Only if requested by client. To bring stabilizatioin so patint can successfully partake in true healing. They can be weaned off at their request.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  also nutrition, exercise, live cell analyis, biological terrain assessment, lymphatic detoxification, cleanses, full laboratory services and testing.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions


Steven Sonmore, L.Ac., OBT
Complete Oriental Medical Care
5841 Pleasant Avenue S
Minneapolis, MN 55419 USA
Phone:  (612) 866-4000
Email:  info@orientalmedcare.com
Website:  www.orientalmedcare.com
Type of Practitioner:  Licensed Acupuncturist
Type of Treatments:  Acupuncture, Chinese herbology, Oriental massage, dietary therapy
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Offers help to go off psychiatric drugs with doctors recommendation.
Testimonials Page:  Steven Sonmore, L.Ac., OBT
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients


Jeffrey J. Kotulski, D.O., ABHM
Between the Bridges Healing Center, LLC
20 First Street SW
P. O. Box 98
Madelia, MN 56062 USA
Phone:  (507) 995-1423
Fax:  (507) 642-8685
Email:  bridgeshealingcenter@yahoo.com
Type of Practitioner:  D.O.
Type of Treatments:  Orthomolecular Medicine, Cranial Osteopathy, Holistic Health Care
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
Acute conditions for a temporary period of time.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
All mental health conditions.


MO

Varsha Rathod, M.D.
Preventive Medicine
1977 Schuetz Road
St. Louis, MO USA
Phone:  (314) 997-5403
Fax:  (314) 997-6837
Type of Practitioner:  M.D.
Type of Treatments:  
Nutritional
Herbal
Allergy Elimination
Toxic metal testing
I see them rarely in conjunction with a psychiatrist.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Short-term anti-depressants, rarely
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Absolutely
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Depressed patients


Tipu Sultan, M.D.
Environmental Health & Allergy Center
11585 W. Florissant
Florissant, MO 63033 USA
Phone:  (314) 921-5600
Fax:  (314) 921-8273
Email:  ehacstl@ehacstl.com
Website:  www.ehacstl.com
Type of Practitioner:  MD
Type of Treatments:  Environmental medicine approaches include diagnosing and treating inhalant allergies, food allergies, chemical sensitivy, hormonal problems; All these effect mental halth. In addition all nutritional treatments are offered.
To describe behavior
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
After diagnosing and treating underlying causes most patients do not need antianxiety or mood stabilizers, etc.
Other Notes:  Our focus is on finding the cause of illness and treating the cause. Drugs just offer symptomatic relief.
Testimonials Page:  Tipu Sultan, M.D.
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Allergy & allergy related problems like Allergic Rhinitis, Asthma, Arthritis, Chronic Fatigue, Fibomyalgia, Hyperactivity and Learning problems in children, ADHD, Hyperactivity of Adulthood, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Migraine Headaches and many other chronic illnesses.


M. Scott Unnerstall, D.C.
819 W. 5th Street
Washington, MO 63090 USA
Phone:  (636) 239-4454
Fax:  (636) 239-9449
Email:  unnchiro@fidmail.com
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractic, Acupuncture
Type of Treatments:  General Chiropractic methods, needle acupuncture, electoacupuncture
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  -
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  -
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  -
Other Notes:  Feel free to call with any questions or to set up a consultation.
Types of clients served:
All types and all ages seen.


David L. Rozeboom, D.C.
Delcrest Chiropractic, Inc.
8428 Delmar
St. Louis, MO 63124 USA
Phone:  (314) 997-2308
Fax:  (314) 997-0656
Email:  rozeboom@anet-stl.com
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractor
Type of Treatments:  Chiropractic adjustments, Nutrition, Hair Analysis, Muscle testing.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
As a chiropractor, I cannot prescribe drugs or take a person off of psychiatric drugs personally, but could send them to a medical doctor.
Other Notes:  I've been studying and practicing Chiropractic since 1973. I use a technique named Sacro Occipital Technic. It focuses on normalizing the brain and spinal cord. I have had a great success in restoring health in many individuals.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Musculoskeletal pains
Headaches
Visceral Disease, etc.


Jose Fleming, Ph., MH, B.Sc., CNC
Treasures of Healing, LLC
9648 Olive Street Road
Suite #422
St. Louis, MO 63132 USA
Phone:  (314) 898-5173
Fax:  (314) 535-5611
Email:  drbotanika@yahoo.com
Website:  www.treasuresofhealing.net
Type of Practitioner:  Ph.D., Master Herbalist, Certified Specialist in TCM, Board Certified Clinical Nutritionist
Type of Treatments:  Adjuvant nutrition, oncology nutrition, metabolic cardiology, TCM, detox therapy, metabolic therapy, pediatric nutrition, gynecology nutrition
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Cannot be initially bipolar
Other Notes:  recieved training under Dr. Matthias Rath, Certified in the gerson therapy
Types of clients served:
Alzheimer's Disease
Cancer
Diabetes
All forms of heart disease
Arthritis
Crohn's Disease
Prostate Disorders
Menopause
Fibroids
Lupus
Fibromyalagia


MT

John Neustadt, MD
Montana Integrative Medicine
1087 Stoneridge Drive, Suite 1
Bozeman, MT 55718 USA
Phone:  (406) 582-0034
Email:  info@montanaim.com
Website:  http://www.montanaim.com/
Type of Practitioner:  MD
Type of Treatments:  Specializes in Medial biochemistry and prescribing individualized nutrient therapies based on the results of extensive biochemical testing that evaluates more then 450 variables of biochemical function.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Help patients come off psychiatric medications in combination with nutrient therapies.
Other Notes:  See doctor's testing website, http://www.nbitesting.com He is president/CEO of NBI Testing and Consulting Corp, which specializes in biochemical testing.
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients


Curt Kurtz, M.D.
300 N. Wilson #502E
Bozeman, MT 59715 USA
Phone:  (406) 587-5561
Fax:  (406) 585-8536
Website:  www.myhealth.com/Curtis_Kurtz
Type of Practitioner:  M.D.
Type of Treatments:  Bio-immune, fully body health (he does the hair & blood testing there), Nutrition, allergy testing, toxic metals testing, yeast syndrome, hypnosis, acuscope therapy.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
He treats ADD particularly with alternate therapies.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Yes, under particular circumstances.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Definitely
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Troubled children or teens (Includes those classified as "ADD," "ADHD," or "Hyperactive.")
Depressed patients
Psychotic patients (Includes those classified as "schizophrenic" or "bipolar.")if he thinks he can help, first he would do the allergy, toxicity testing, etc.
Clients classified as "autistic."
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease.


Robin Thomson
Gallatin Valley Natural Medicine
317 E. Mendenhall Street
Suite A
Boxeman, MT 59715 USA
Phone:  (406) 587-0858
Fax:  (406) 586-0406
Email:  robinthomsonnd@yahoo.com
Website:  www.natfamilymed.com
Type of Practitioner:  ND
Type of Treatments:  Diet, Amino Acids, Homeopathy, Oran and Intervenous nutrients, lifestyle
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Guarded tapering with nutritional and nutraceutical support.
Types of clients served:
Trubled children or teens
Depressed pateints
Classified as "autistic"
Adults with anxiety, insomnia, bi-polar disorder, bulemia, anorexia, OCD


Greg Weidlich
Livewell Center
302 Missouri Avenue
Deer Lodge, MT 59722 USA
Phone:  (406) 846-2604
Email:  gweidlich@yahoo.com
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractor
Type of Treatments:  Adjustments, homeopathy, Simple Communication
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
I primarily work with troubled children and teens, however, all people can addressed and helped through nutrition, herbs, homeopathy, etc. to a greater or lesser degree.


NC

Rev. Karen Silberstein, N.D., D.D, MsD
Heartwind
1120 Krishna Road
Sandy Ridge, NC 27046 USA
Phone:  (336) 871-2358
Fax:  (336) 871-2423
Email:  karen@planet-tachyon.com
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopath
Type of Treatments:  Work with each patient individually including lifestyle recommendation, herbs, diet, exercise, supplements, and energetic treatments to bring the body into full balance.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
That is between the client and his/her own physician who prescribed the meds.
Other Notes:  Aim is to locate and work with the individual causality in any complaint.
Types of clients served:
Troubled childredn or teens
I have seen many people with trauma backgrounds and there have been a lot of positive transformations.


Cecilia V. Mendez, M.D.
Orthomolecular Psychiatry Center
1012 W. Fifth Street, Rear
Winston Salem, NC 27101 USA
Phone:  (336) 722-0888
Fax:  (336) 722-0820
Email:  orthopsych@triad.rr.com
Type of Practitioner:  M.D., Psychiatrist
Type of Treatments:  Orthomolecular and Holistic Psychiatry
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Short term and/or emergency use primarily. Longer term use only if needed after contributing factors addressed and treated first.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Will help taper patients off of psychiatric drug use after underlying deficiencies and factors are addressed and treated.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions.


Janet Nestor, MA., LPC
Susan Goldstone, Melanie Dail, Lisa Barr
Center for Well-Being
1316 Ashley Square
Winston-Salem, NC 27103 USA
Phone:  (336) 794-2343
Fax:  (336) 794-7470
Email:  integrativecare@bellsouth.net
Website:  www.centerofwellbeingonline.com
Type of Practitioner:  Holistic Mental Health, Acupuncture, Massage, Energy Medicine, Energy Psychology, CHinese Herbs
Type of Treatments:  Acupuncture, Sound Healing, Energy Medicine, Massage, Chinese Herbs
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
We refer for medications when necessary, but prefer to use other methods first.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
We work in collaboratin with Dr. Cecilia Mendez, orthomolecular and holistic psychiatry. Our goal is to reduce the medication or to avoid me
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
Anxiety
Panic Attacks
Trauma
Substance abuse and addiction.


Karen E. Silberstein, ND, PhD
102 Cheshire Drive
Hillsborough, NC 27278 USA
Phone:  (919) 732-3199
Email:  wellness.services@gmail.com
Website:  www.consciousbeingwellness.com
Type of Practitioner:  Traditional Naturopath
Type of Treatments:  Iridology and sclerology as non-evasive methods of analysis to develop a protocol suited for the individual. Nutrition, Herbs, Supplements, Exercise
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
No prescribing of any sort.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  -
Other Notes:  No Insurance, no madicaid
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions.


Rose Franchini
Franchini's Natural Perception
3 Pine Bark Court
Greensboro, NC 27406 USA
Phone:  (336) 887-3637
Email:  franchini@aol.com
Type of Practitioner:  Nutritionist/Herbalist; works with clients on their diet and other means to aid mental and physical health.
Type of Treatments:  Diet, yoga, rest, nutrtion, counseling, herbal blends, education on certain foods and lack and how they effect hormone levels, brain function and behavioral problems.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Other Notes:  Teaches a course to graduating psychiatrist on how to recommend food choices.
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients
ADD and ADHD in adults and children


Phillip Day, M.D.
Grover Family Practice
217 N. Main Street
Grover, NC 28073 USA
Phone:  (704) 937-7905
Fax:  (704) 937-9449
Email:  day8787@aol.com
Type of Practitioner:  M.D., Complementary Medicine
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition, medical history & exam, hormonal therapy, SAMe, herbal treatment.
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
Don't like to label - it describes behavior.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Don't like to label - it describes behavior.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens (includes those classified as "ADD," "ADHD," or "hyperactive.")
Depressed patients
Psychotic patients (includes those classified as "schizophrenics" or "bipolar".)
Mentally retarded.
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease
Anxiety


R. Todd Shaver, D.C.
Family Focus Chiropractic
3502 Rightville Avenue
Wilminton, NC 28403 USA
Phone:  (910) 452-5555
Fax:  (910) 452-5044
Email:  drshaver@doctorsshaver.com
Website:  www.doctorshaver.com
Type of Practitioner:  Chiropractor
Type of Treatments:  Mirror image adjustments, Nutrition
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens (includes those classified as "ADD," "ADHD," or "hyperactive.")
Depressed patients
Clients classifed as "autistic."
Mentally retarded.
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease.


Joe Carr, N.D., C.N.C.
Wellness Therapies
Browning Office Plaza II
4010 Oleander Dr., Suite 10
Wilmington, NC 28403 USA
Phone:  (910) 452-4060
Fax:  (910) 452-9982
Email:  joecarr@wellnesstherapies.net
Website:  http://www.wellnesstherapies.net
Type of Practitioner:  Naturopath, nutritionist
Type of Treatments:  Nutrition
Enzyme Therapy
Live Blood Analysis/Layered Dry Blood
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Work closely with prescribing physician; utilize nutritional supplementation and diet.
Types of clients served:
Anxiety/Panic Attacks
Fibromyalgia
CFIDS
Cancer
Weight management


Ronald R. Parks, M.D.
801 Fairview Road #142
Ashville, NC 28803 USA
Phone:  (828) 298-7638
Email:  drparks@macrohealthmedicine.com
Website:  www.macrohealthmedicine.com
Type of Practitioner:  M.D., Integrative Medicine and Psychiatry, Environmental and Nutritional Medicine
Type of Treatments:  See website: macrohealthmedicine.com
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  Yes
To describe behavior and symptoms and to investigate underlying and contributing factors.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
In crisis, emergency or depending on persons needs when other options not available or feasible.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Needs to be done safely, and after comprehensive evaluation and correction of underlying contributing factors.
Other Notes:  Dr. Parks is fully trained in the areas of psychiatry, internal, preventive, family, nutritional and environmental medicine.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Medical/mental conditions
Environmental
Toxic metal exposure
ADHD
Nutritional problems
Consultations for psychological, emotional and physical conditions.


NH

Jan L. Stiles
Homeopathy & Alternative Therapies
59 Sheffield Road
Manchester, NH 03103 USA
Phone:  603-644-8288
Email:  janstiles@metrocast.net
Type of Practitioner:  APRN MA DHM, Advanced Practice RN
Type of Treatments:  Classical Homeopathy, Nutrition Counseling, Health Coaching, Health Screening
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Coordination with appropriate medical practitioners when necessary
Other Notes:  I have an exceptionally positive approach and have been very successful in helping clients find and stay with safe, alternative healthcare.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Eating Disorders
Hormonal Issues
Acute or Suppressed Grief
Acute Anxiety/Panic Attacks
Emotionally Based Physical Symptoms


Jan Stiles
Homeopathy & Alternative Therapies
59 Sheffield Road
Manchester, NH 03103 USA
Phone:  603-644-8288
Email:  janstiles@metrocast.net
Type of Practitioner:  APRN MA DHM, Advanced Practice RN
Type of Treatments:  Classical Homeopathy, Nutrition Counseling, Health Coaching, Health Screening
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Coordination with appropriate mediccal practitioners.
Other Notes:  I have an exceptionaly positive approach and have been very successful in helping clients find and stay with safe alternative healthcare.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Eating Disorders
Hormonal issues
Acute or Suppressed Grief
Acute Anxiety/Panic Attacks
Emotionally Based Physical Symptoms


NJ

Alexander J. Graur, Ph.D., MT-BC
Medicamus Center LLC
Fairfield Commons
271 Route 46 West Blvd H, Suite 101
Fairfield, NJ 07004 USA
Phone:  (201) 840-0556
Email:  graun@medicamus.com
Website:  www.medicamus.com
Type of Practitioner:  USA Board Certified Music Therapist Unique method (Music, Integrative Therapy, TM
Type of Treatments:  Music Integrative Therapy
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  YN
Previoius current psychiatrist's opinion
Other Notes:  This therapy helps in reducing the side effects of many of the drugs used in psychiatric or related disturbances.
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients


Jackie de Bries
Crossroads Center of NJ
50 North Franklin Turnpike Suite 107
Ho-Ho-kus, NJ 07423 USA
Phone:  (201) 253-0345
Email:  jackie@crossroadscenterofnj.com
Website:  www.crossroadsinstitute.org
Type of Practitioner:  Neurotherapist
Type of Treatments:  Neurophysiological and neurocognitive support
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
Troubled children or teens
ADD/ADHD
Learning Disabilities
Sensory Integratioin
Bipolar
Autism Spectrum
Depression
Anxiety


Robin Leder, M.D.
Doctor's Center for Health and Healing
235 Prospect Avenue
Hackensack, NJ 07601 USA
Phone:  (201) 525-1155
Fax:  (201) 525-0915
Type of Practitioner:  M.D., General Practitioner
Type of Treatments:  Holistic approach: Physical exams, natural hormones, nutrients, diet, allergy testing, etc.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  Yes
Usually don't initiate them but patient's commonly on them when they first see me and must be weaned slowly off.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All Mental Health Conditions


Dennis Passante
Health Map Consulting
124 Locust Avenue
Dumont, NJ 07628 USA
Phone:  (201) 387-6064
Fax:  (201) 387-1843
Email:  healthdp@optonline.net
Website:  www.onewayhealth.com
Type of Practitioner:  Ph.D., Nutritionist
Type of Treatments:  Individualized metabolic typing profile. I offer several programs which include detox and specialized diets.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
I wean clients off meds while under the supervision of their doctor.
Other Notes:  I offer hair tissue mineral analysis and environmental analysis.
Types of clients served:
Depressed Patients
General Nutrition


Thomas M. Wnorowski, PhD
6 Crescent Blvd.
Millville, NJ 08332 USA
Phone:  (856) 327-0345
Email:  twnorowski@comcast.net
Type of Practitioner:  Clinical Nutrition Counselor
Type of Treatments:  Complementary Medicine via supplemenation and dietary intervention.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
I have had success weaning patients using alternative therapies via supplemenation and dietary modifications.
Other Notes:  I am a certified migraine prevention coach having studied Dr. Allocca's protocols
Types of clients served:
Depressed patients
Eating Disorders


Stuart H. Freedenfeld, M.D.
Stockton Family Practice
56 So. Main Street
Stockton, NJ 08559 USA
Phone:  (609) 397-8585
Fax:  (609) 397-9335
Email:  stocktonfp@aol.com
Website:  www.StocktonFP.com
Type of Practitioner:  M.D.,Nutritionist,Center has RN, NPC, L.A.C. Homeopath,Biofeedback,Neural Therapies,Chiropractic,Shiatsu,Reflexology,
Type of Treatments:  Orthomolecular (nutrition), herbal, homeopathic, acupuncture, detox (heavy metals and xenobiotics),
Needed for insurance purposes.
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
All treatment is individualized respecting the patients personal needs and desires.
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Troubled children or teens (includes those classified as "ADD," "ADHD," or "hyperactive.")
Depressed patients
Psychotic Patients (includes those classified as "schizophrenic" or "bipolar.")
Clients classifed as "autistic."
Clients classified with Alzheimer's Disease.


Nicholas Jouvanis, B.S.
Yoga Breath Therapy
62 Horizon Drive
Edison, NJ 08817 USA
Phone:  (732) 248-9369
Email:  nicholas@thespiritualkey.com
Website:  www.thespiritualkey.com
Type of Practitioner:  Spiritual Healer
Type of Treatments:  Yoga Breathing in consort with Primal Therapy and Pranic Healing
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
A client on meds must refrain from taking any prior to a breathing session on that day.
Other Notes:  Emotional problems are due to emotional energies in the body that intrude upon the psyche.
Testimonials Page:  Nicholas Jouvanis, B.S.
Types of clients served:
All Mental Health Conditions


Bonnie Camo, M.D.
35 Emerald Road
Kendall Park, NJ 08824 USA
Phone:  (732) 422-1585
Fax:  (732) 422-8576
Type of Practitioner:  M.D.
Type of Treatments:  Homeopathy, Nutrition
Use Psychiatric diagnosis? (such as 'ADD', 'Schizophrenia'):  No
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  YN
Rarely, mostly already on drugs
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions
Troubled children or teens (includes those classified as "ADD," "ADHD," or "hyperactive.")
Depressed patients
Psychotic patients (includes those classified as "schizophrenic" or "bipolar.")


NM

Lisa Jackson
MA, NCC, LMHC, C-EP, CWK
Wholistic Counseling & Therapy Services
9809 Candelaria Rd NE, Bld 3
Albuquerque, NM 87111 USA
Phone:  (505) 275-9809
Email:  lisa@lightguided.com
Website:  www.healinghearttherapies.com
Type of Practitioner:  Wholistic Kinesiologist, Spiritual Counselor, Licensed Mental Health COunselor, Certified Energy Practitioner
Type of Treatments:  Nutraceutical based treatment for anxiety and depression. Kinesiology, energy cleaning and balancing, shock release therapy (bodywork) and meridian balancing
Prescribe or recommend Psychiatric drugs?  No
Help take patients off Psychiatric drugs if they wish to do so?  Yes
In collaboration with clients current medical provider.
Other Notes:  Through kinesiology we can pinpoint the underlying imbalance.
Types of clients served:
All mental health conditions.


Daphne Dobecki, CWK, RMT
Whole Body Wellness
8618 Menaul Blvd. NE
Albuquerque, NM 87112 USA
Phone:  (505) 363-3152