Thyroid Conditions
Anxiety
Functional Medicine in Boulder, CO
Anxiety has root causes. We help you find them.
Anxiety is one of the most common reasons people seek care, and one of the most undertreated in its complexity. While medication can play an important role for many people, it rarely answers the question of why the nervous system is dysregulated in the first place. At Helios, we believe that question is worth asking, and that finding the answer often makes treatment more effective and more lasting.
Anxiety’s Root Causes
From a functional medicine standpoint, anxiety frequently has identifiable physiological contributors that standard care doesn't screen for: blood sugar instability, thyroid dysfunction, elevated cortisol, nutrient insufficiencies (magnesium, B6, zinc), gut microbiome imbalances affecting the gut-brain axis, neurotransmitter deficiencies, and even mold or toxin exposure. We use comprehensive lab testing to evaluate these possibilities alongside a full picture of your trauma history, sleep, stress, and lifestyle. We believe in the value of medication when it’s necessary. Many of our patients use psychiatric medications as part of their care. We believe those medications work best when they're supported by a body that isn't fighting upstream imbalances at the same time.
Treatment Plans & Outcomes
Our integrative approach may include functional testing, dietary and lifestyle interventions, sleep optimization, targeted supplementation, acupuncture and Chinese medicine, and coordination with your mental health providers. We take the time to understand your nervous system, not just your symptoms.
You deserve more than a prescription and a 10-minute appointment. Let's talk about what's driving your anxiety and build a plan together.
“We have been patients for many years and have always had confidence in all diagnosis and treatments we have received.”
– David & Ingrid, Current Patients
Ready to get a clearer picture of your thyroid health?
Schedule a consultation with our team in Boulder.