Integrative Psychiatry & Psychotherapy

At Mental Serenity Psychiatric Services, we believe healing goes beyond symptom management. That’s why we combine traditional treatments with personalized, whole-person care — an approach known as 

integrative psychiatry.

Integrative psychiatry means we don’t just focus on prescribing medications. We take into account the many factors that affect your mental health, including nutrition, sleep, stress, movement, relationships, and personal values. By blending conventional treatments with evidence-based complementary approaches like lifestyle modifications, supplements, and mindfulness, we create a plan that supports your mind, body, and everyday life.

Our approach helps you move from surviving to thriving. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, or treatment-resistant symptoms, our goal is to help you feel balanced, resilient, and empowered — with care that looks at the whole you.

Our Services Include:

• Psychiatric Evaluation & Medication Management
• Lifestyle Psychiatry (sleep, diet, movement, stress)
• Gut-Brain and Inflammation Testing
• Supplement Guidance (e.g., omega-3s, magnesium)
• Collaborative, Individualized Treatment Plans

Calm your thoughts. Reclaim control. Reconnect with yourself.

MBCT blends cognitive therapy with mindfulness practices, teaching you how to manage negative thoughts before they spiral. It's especially effective for people who experience recurring depression or anxiety.

Benefits for You:

• Learn how to observe thoughts without reacting to them
• Build emotional resilience during stressful moments
• Reduce the risk of future depressive episodes
• Feel more present, grounded, and self-compassionate
   

MBCT is proven to help individuals with multiple episodes of depression reduce relapse rates and improve emotional control.
🔗 Psychiatric News – MBCT and Integrative Psychiatry
🔗 National Library of Medicine – MBCT Study

Feel better by changing what you eat, how you move, and how you rest.

Lifestyle Psychiatry focuses on five key areas that significantly impact mental health:
nutrition, physical activity, sleep, stress management, and social connection.

These are not simply add-ons — they are powerful, research-backed tools proven to reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, and fatigue.

Benefits of Lifestyle Psychiatry:

• Improve energy, sleep, and focus naturally
• Support mood regulation through regular movement and exercise
• Use nutrition to balance brain chemicals and reduce inflammation
• Strengthen social connections and manage stress more effectively

Research shows that making healthy lifestyle changes can amplify the benefits of therapy and medication, while also reducing the risk of relapse and supporting long-term recovery.

Learn more from trusted sources:
American Psychiatric Association – Lifestyle & Mental Health
NIH – Exercise and Mental Health

What happens in your gut affects your brain — we help you balance both.

The gut and brain are deeply connected through the gut-brain axis, a communication system that links digestion, immune function, and mood. Imbalances in gut bacteria and chronic inflammation may contribute to symptoms like brain fog, irritability, low mood, and anxiety.

Benefits of Supporting Gut Health:

• Address underlying physical contributors to mood symptoms
• Reduce inflammation that can impact energy and clarity
• Improve digestion, immunity, and mental focus
• Utilize targeted labs and supplements (such as probiotics and anti-inflammatory nutrients) for personalized support

Emerging research continues to show how gut health plays a crucial role in mood regulation, attention, and overall well-being.

Learn more from trusted sources:
Harvard Health – The Gut-Brain Connection
Frontiers in Psychiatry – Microbiome & Mood Disorders

Sometimes healing means adding—not just removing.

Alongside traditional medications, we may recommend clinically supported supplements and herbs tailored to your symptoms and lab results. These may include nutrients like omega-3s, magnesium, vitamin D, or adaptogens such as ashwagandha and rhodiola.

Benefits of Targeted Supplement Support:

• Naturally support brain function and reduce medication side effects
• Enhance stress resilience, sleep, energy, and emotional balance
• Address nutrient deficiencies that may impact mental health
• Create a more personalized and empowered approach to healing

Our recommendations are always evidence-based, safe, and optional — intended to complement your treatment plan, not replace it.

Learn more from trusted sources:
International Society for Integrative Mental Health (ISIMH)
World Journal of Psychiatry – Supplement Use in Psychiatry

We’re here to help you feel heard, supported, and whole.
Whether you're just beginning your journey or seeking new tools after years of challenges, our integrative approach offers real hope — and real results.

 Call: 646-719-0345 or Email: Office@mentalserenitypsych.com

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