Experience Personalized Functional Psychiatry in Cedar Rapids IA for Comprehensive Wellness

At Holistic Wellness and Psychiatry, we embrace a comprehensive and integrative approach to mental health that aligns with the principles of functional psychiatry. Our philosophy goes beyond simply managing psychiatric symptoms with medication. Instead, we are dedicated to identifying and addressing the underlying causes of mental health challenges, empowering our patients to achieve lasting well-being.

We recognize that mental health is influenced by a complex interplay of factors—including genetics, environment, lifestyle, nutrition, and physiology. Our team takes the time to understand each individual’s unique story, exploring areas such as sleep quality, trauma history, and stress levels. Through advanced laboratory testing and in-depth patient assessments, we uncover the root contributors to conditions such as depression, anxiety, and ADHD.

Our personalized treatment plans combine the best of traditional psychiatry—such as therapy and medication when appropriate—with evidence-based holistic strategies. These may include dietary modifications, nutritional supplementation, exercise regimens, mindfulness practices, stress management techniques, and other lifestyle interventions. Our goal is to support the whole person, restoring mental health by promoting balance and overall wellness rather than relying solely on symptom management.

While traditional psychiatry often focuses on diagnosing disorders and prescribing medications to alleviate symptoms, our holistic approach seeks to empower patients with the tools and knowledge they need for long-term healing.

At Holistic Wellness and Psychiatry, we embrace a personalized, functional approach to mental health that goes far beyond simply managing symptoms.

We recognize that factors like nutrition, sleep, stress, gut health, hormonal balance, and environmental exposures all play a crucial role in your mental and emotional well-being. That’s why our team conducts comprehensive assessments that may include advanced laboratory testing, detailed health histories, and even genetic analysis when appropriate. Through this thorough process, we aim to uncover underlying imbalances or triggers that may be contributing to conditions such as mood disorders, anxiety, attention difficulties, or other psychiatric concerns.

Based on these insights, we create a personalized treatment plan just for you. This plan may include carefully selected medication strategies, targeted nutritional guidance, lifestyle modifications, stress-management techniques, and integrative therapies such as mindfulness practices or evidence-based supplements. 

By taking this individualized approach, our patients often experience improved symptom management, greater resilience, enhanced physical health, and a deeper sense of overall well-being.

At Holistic Wellness and Psychiatry, our integrative model combines conventional psychiatric care with holistic wellness strategies, making it especially effective for a wide range of conditions, including depression, anxiety disorders, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). We also support individuals experiencing sleep disturbances, chronic stress, substance use concerns, and cognitive issues such as memory loss or brain fog.

Our practice recognizes that mental and physical health are deeply connected. That’s why we offer personalized care for those dealing with mood swings, emotional dysregulation, and psychosomatic symptoms—especially when traditional treatments have not provided complete relief.

Functional psychiatry focuses on uncovering and addressing the underlying causes of psychiatric symptoms, rather than relying solely on medications or traditional talk therapy.

Our team conducts comprehensive assessments that consider your genetics, biochemistry, nutrition, gut health, lifestyle habits, trauma history, and environmental exposures. Instead of viewing a diagnosis as the final answer, we see it as a starting point for deeper investigation and personalized care.

We may explore how nutrient deficiencies, hormonal imbalances, chronic inflammation, or toxin exposure are contributing to symptoms such as depression, anxiety, or cognitive changes. We believe that by identifying and addressing these root causes, true healing can begin.

Our integrative treatment plans are tailored to each individual and may include dietary guidance, targeted nutritional supplementation, exercise recommendations, stress management techniques, sleep optimization, as well as medications or psychotherapy when appropriate. Throughout your care, our goal is to restore balance within your body and mind, supporting your innate capacity for wellness and resilience.

By going beyond surface-level symptom relief and addressing the root causes, Holistic Wellness and Psychiatry is dedicated to helping you achieve lasting mental well-being and a healthier, more vibrant life.

At Holistic Wellness and Psychiatry, we believe true wellness is achieved by caring for the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Guided by Dr. Laurie McCormick, MD, DFAPA, a renowned leader in integrative and functional psychiatry, our practice offers personalized, science-backed mental health care that goes far beyond symptom management.

Our holistic approach addresses the root causes of mental health challenges by considering the unique genetic, biological, psychological, and environmental factors influencing each individual.

Dr. McCormick and our multidisciplinary team develop individualized treatment plans that may include advanced laboratory testing, nutritional counseling, targeted supplementation, medication management when appropriate, and evidence-based psychotherapies. We also emphasize mind-body practices and lifestyle interventions to restore balance and promote resilience.

At Holistic Wellness and Psychiatry, you become an empowered partner in your care. We are dedicated to guiding you on a transformative journey toward sustainable mental health and overall vitality. By focusing on the whole person, we help you uncover and address the unique factors affecting your well-being—so you can thrive, not just survive.

If you’re seeking a compassionate, integrative approach to mental health and wellness, Holistic Wellness and Psychiatry with Dr. Laurie McCormick offers a tailored path designed just for you. For more information, contact us or request an appointment online. We are conveniently located in 42 7th Ave SW, Suite 100 & 102 Cedar Rapids, IA 52404. We serve patients from Cedar Rapids IA, Hiawatha IA, Robins IA, Fairfax IA, Mt Vernon IA and surrounding areas.