Revitalize Your Mental Health with Functional Psychiatry in St. Thomas, USVI

At Holistic Wellness and Psychiatry, your journey to mental wellness begins with a thorough and compassionate consultation designed to address your unique needs as a whole person—not just a set of symptoms. Our approach blends the principles of holistic wellness with advanced psychiatric care, ensuring that your mental, physical, and emotional health are considered together.

During your first visit, our provider will spend time getting to know you in depth. We explore not only your mental health concerns, but also your overall health, lifestyle, and personal experiences. We’ll discuss your medical and family history, any previous mental health treatments, medications or supplements you are taking, and your experiences with other forms of care.

Because we believe true mental wellness is influenced by many factors, you’ll also be asked about your nutrition, sleep quality, activity levels, daily routines, work and home environments, stressors, and sources of support. We may talk about recent life changes, traumas, or chronic challenges you’re facing. This assessment allows us to see the bigger picture of your wellbeing.

Throughout your consultation, you are encouraged to share your goals, concerns, and hopes for treatment. We collaborate with you to create a tailored care plan, which may include recommendations for therapy, medications (if appropriate), lifestyle changes, nutritional strategies, or referrals to trusted specialists in our network.

Functional psychiatry is an emerging field that recognizes the intricate connections between genetics, environment, lifestyle, and biology in shaping mental well-being.

Unlike traditional models that focus primarily on medication, our practice is dedicated to identifying and addressing the root causes of mental health challenges. We believe that true healing emerges from understanding the whole person—mind, body, and spirit.

Personalized Lifestyle Integration

A core part of our approach is weaving lifestyle modifications into each patient’s care plan. Our team thoroughly assesses key contributors to mental health, such as sleep quality, physical activity, stress levels, and social engagement. We work collaboratively with you to establish healthy sleep routines, encourage regular movement or exercise, and teach evidence-based stress management techniques including mindfulness, meditation, and breathwork.

Comprehensive, Integrative Therapies

We offer a range of therapeutic modalities, including evidence-based psychotherapies such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, and mindfulness-based interventions. Our holistic framework also encourages collaboration with a network of healthcare professionals to ensure truly comprehensive care.

Empowering Your Wellness Journey

At Holistic Wellness and Psychiatry, we are committed to empowering you to take an active role in your healing and long-term mental wellness. By addressing all facets of your health, we aim to optimize mental health outcomes and enhance your overall quality of life.

Functional psychiatry considers the full spectrum of factors that contribute to your mental well-being—not just prescribing medications or focusing on symptoms alone.

Our team understands that conditions like depression and anxiety are complex and often influenced by an interplay of biological, psychological, social, nutritional, and environmental factors. At Holistic Wellness and Psychiatry, we take the time to explore potential underlying causes of your symptoms, such as hormonal imbalances, nutritional deficiencies, gut health concerns, chronic inflammation, or even undiagnosed medical issues.

By addressing these root causes, our goal is not just to help you manage symptoms, but to support your long-term recovery and resilience. For many patients—especially those who have not found relief with conventional approaches alone—this holistic perspective can make a significant difference.

Our integrative care includes evidence-based psychiatric treatments, psychotherapy, and medication management when appropriate, but we also incorporate lifestyle interventions such as personalized nutrition plans, targeted supplements, exercise recommendations, mindfulness practices, and stress reduction techniques. Our philosophy is to empower you with a broad range of tools and strategies, all tailored to your individual needs.

At Holistic Wellness and Psychiatry, we believe that each individual’s path to mental health and well-being is unique. That’s why we specialize in creating personalized treatment plans that address the full spectrum of your biological, psychological, and social needs. Unlike traditional, one-size-fits-all approaches, our holistic and integrative philosophy ensures that every aspect of your life is considered—your symptoms, genetics, lifestyle, medical history, and underlying health conditions.

By identifying and addressing the root causes of mental health concerns, we strive for more meaningful and lasting improvements. This approach not only targets symptoms but also promotes true healing from within.

Our personalized care model integrates a wide range of therapeutic modalities, including medication management, psychotherapy, nutritional counseling, lifestyle interventions, and mind-body stress reduction techniques. This comprehensive strategy means we don’t just manage symptoms—we support your overall well-being and resilience.

Patients often find that individualized plans lead to more accurate diagnoses, more effective treatments, and fewer unwanted side effects. Furthermore, when your treatment reflects your preferences, values, and unique challenges, you’re more likely to stay engaged and motivated throughout your healing journey.

At Holistic Wellness and Psychiatry, we believe true mental health is about more than just treating symptoms—it’s about uncovering and addressing the root causes of your concerns. Led by Dr. Laurie McCormick, MD, DFAPA, our practice specializes in functional psychiatry, a forward-thinking approach that integrates traditional psychiatric expertise with holistic, evidence-based therapies.

Functional psychiatry recognizes the intricate connections between your mind, body, and environment. Dr. McCormick conducts comprehensive assessments that consider your medical history, genetics, nutrition, lifestyle, and any underlying health issues. This thorough evaluation allows us to craft a personalized treatment plan tailored specifically to your needs.

Our approach combines the best of conventional psychiatric care with holistic services such as nutritional counseling, sleep optimization, stress reduction techniques, and mind-body practices. We focus on empowering you with education, tools, and collaborative support to restore balance, boost energy, and support lasting healing from within.

At Holistic Wellness and Psychiatry, we are dedicated to helping you achieve sustainable mental clarity, emotional balance, and long-term wellness. If you’re ready to embark on a journey toward whole-person health with compassionate, expert guidance, Dr. McCormick and our team are here to support you every step of the way. For more information, contact us or request an appointment online. We are conveniently located in VI Medical Foundation, 9150 Estate Thomas, Suite 206 St. Thomas 00802. We serve patients from St Thomas USVI, Charlotte Amalie USVI, Northside USVI, John Oley USVI, Smith Bay USVI, East End USVI,and surrounding areas.