Episode 167 The Intersection of Functional Medicine, Nutrition, & Mental Health: Interview With Amanda Larson

This episode is sponsored by Alma. Alma is on a mission to simplify access to high-quality, affordable mental health care by giving providers the tools they need to build thriving in-network private practices. When providers join Alma, they gain access to insurance support, teletherapy software, client referrals, automated billing and scheduling tools, and a vibrant community of clinicians who come together for education, training, and events.Sign up today at https://helloalma.com/for-providers/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=paid&utm_campaign=holisticcounselingWhat is functional medicine? How can functional medicine help address the root cause of health issues rather than just treating the symptoms?MEET Amanda LarsonI’m Amanda Larson, a Masters Limited Psychologist, and the owner & founder of The Holistic Counseling Center (Larson DBT Counseling Services, PLLC). I have specialized training and certification in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Mindfulness, Trauma, Integrative Medicine for Mental Health, and Nutrition and Mood. I received my education and clinical training from Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, Michigan. I have lived and practiced, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, for over 9 years.  In the last couple of years, I have integrated Eastern and Western approaches to mental health and wellness. I have participated in extensive training for DBT, EMDR, integrative medicine and mental health, complex trauma, nutrition and mental health, and advanced mindfulness. I provide holistic counseling and assessment to adolescents & adults struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, mood instability, self-harm behaviors, trauma, life transitions, and lifestyle changes.  I offer an evidenced-based and bio-individual approach to the mind-body connection. I help uncover the root causes impacting brain health and wellness. I believe in the ability to grow, change, and heal, and ultimately create a life worth living.Find out more at The Holistic Counseling Center and connect with Amanda on InstagramIN THIS PODCAST:What is functional medicine? 5:36Determining what will best help your clients when it comes to functional medicine 11:25Benefits of Functional Medicine 21:30What Is Functional Medicine?What is the functional medicine approach to mental health?How to educate clients on functional medicineWhat can cause anxiety and other mental health issuesFunctional medicine and hormonal imbalances    Determining What Will Best Help Your Clients When It Comes To Functional MedicineThe importance of having a personalized approach when evaluating your clientsWhat kind of tests are available to determine your health markersHow to approach clients on daily habits and dietary needsBenefits Of Functional MedicineWho can benefit from functional medicine?The importance of being trauma-informed when using functional medicine with clientsMisconceptions of functional medicineBenefits of layering holistic modalities when treating clientsConnect With MeInstagram