Neurotransmitter Balancing Therapy

Neurotransmitter Balancing Therapy

Introduction: Why Mental Wellness Needs a Neurochemical Approach

Mental health is more than mindset—it’s chemistry. At Patients Medical in NYC, we recognize that imbalances in neurotransmitters—your brain’s chemical messengers—can profoundly affect your mood, focus, energy, sleep, and even digestion.

Our Neurotransmitter Balancing Therapy blends conventional, functional, and holistic medicine to identify and correct chemical imbalances that may be silently sabotaging your wellbeing. Rather than masking symptoms with medication alone, we treat root causes and optimize brain chemistry naturally.

What Are Neurotransmitters?

Neurotransmitters are chemical messengers that allow your brain and body to communicate. When they’re out of balance, you may feel anxious, depressed, foggy, or exhausted—even if your life seems “fine” on the outside.

The most commonly evaluated neurotransmitters include:

  • Serotonin – Mood stabilizer; linked to happiness and sleep
  • Dopamine – Motivation, reward, focus
  • GABA – Calming; balances overstimulation and anxiety
  • Norepinephrine & Epinephrine – Alertness and energy
  • Acetylcholine – Memory and cognition
  • Glutamate – Excitatory; too much can cause anxiety or brain fog
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Signs You May Have a Neurotransmitter Imbalance

Many people live for years with subtle imbalances, blaming themselves instead of their brain chemistry. Red flags include:

What Causes Neurotransmitter Imbalance?

Functional medicine helps us discover the “why” behind the imbalance—not just treat the symptoms. Contributing factors may include:

  • Chronic stress and cortisol dysregulation
  • Gut dysbiosis (the gut makes 90% of your serotonin!)
  • Blood sugar instability
  • Genetic polymorphisms (e.g., MTHFR, COMT, MAO-A)
  • Nutrient deficiencies (B6, magnesium, folate, amino acids)
  • Heavy metal or mold toxicity
  • Hormonal imbalances (thyroid, estrogen, testosterone)
  • Poor sleep quality or circadian rhythm disruption

Diagnostic Testing We Use

At Patients Medical, we go beyond questionnaires. We use cutting-edge diagnostic panels to uncover the real chemical story behind your symptoms:

Urinary or salivary neurotransmitter panels

Organic acid testing for dopamine/serotonin breakdown

DUTCH hormone test (for adrenal, sex, and cortisol patterns)

Gut microbiome and leaky gut testing

Nutrient status: B-vitamins, magnesium, zinc, iron

MTHFR and other methylation pathway gene variants

Toxicity panels (heavy metals, mold exposure)

This personalized testing allows us to pinpoint exactly where your chemical balance has gone off course.

Integrative Treatments for Neurotransmitter Balancing

Amino Acid Therapy

We use targeted amino acids to support neurotransmitter production, including:

  • L-tryptophan or 5-HTP for serotonin
  • L-tyrosine or mucuna for dopamine
  • GABA and L-theanine for calm
  • NAC and glutamine for glutamate and gut-brain healing

All formulations are physician-monitored and customized to your unique test results.

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Functional Nutrition

Food is medicine for your brain. We create personalized meal plans rich in:

  • Tryptophan (e.g., turkey, eggs, nuts)
  • Tyrosine (e.g., avocados, chicken, legumes)
  • Omega-3s (wild salmon, chia seeds)
  • Blood sugar stabilizers (fiber, protein, low-glycemic foods)

We also remove inflammatory triggers that worsen anxiety or depression.

IV Nutrient Therapy

We offer customized IV drips to rapidly replenish:

  • Magnesium (for calming)
  • B12, B6, and folate (for serotonin and dopamine synthesis)
  • Vitamin C and glutathione (to reduce brain inflammation)
  • Amino acids directly for neurotransmitter support
IV Nutrient Therapy
Hormonal & Adrenal Support

Hormonal & Adrenal Support

Using bioidentical hormones, adaptogens, and lifestyle changes, we correct hormonal imbalances that affect neurotransmitters, including:

  • Cortisol and adrenal fatigue
  • Low thyroid or estrogen
  • Testosterone decline in men and women

Lifestyle & Mind-Body Medicine

We integrate:

  • Breathwork and mindfulness to rewire stress
  • Neuroplasticity exercises and NLP
  • Acupuncture to regulate the nervous system
  • Sleep coaching to restore natural chemical rhythms
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Real Case Study: Elise’s Transformation Through Chemistry

Elise, a 41-year-old executive, came to us with persistent fatigue, anxiety, and brain fog. She had tried therapy and antidepressants but felt “stuck.”

Our testing revealed:

  • Low dopamine and serotonin
  • High cortisol and gut dysbiosis
  • MTHFR gene mutation affecting methylation

We created a 90-day protocol that included:

  • 5-HTP and tyrosine supplementation
  • Gut-healing protocol with probiotics and zinc carnosine
  • B-complex IV therapy
  • Cortisol-lowering adaptogens
  • Breathwork and meditation training

By month 3, Elise’s energy and mood had stabilized, her brain fog lifted, and she had weaned off SSRIs with her psychiatrist’s oversight.

Real Case Study: Elise’s Transformation Through Chemistry

Testimonials

Meet Our Doctors

Rashmi Gulati, MD

Medical Director of Patients Medical

Stuart Weg, MD

A holistic pain management physician

Dr. Emine Cosar, MD

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Frequently Asked Questions

 Symptoms like fatigue, poor sleep, anxiety, or focus issues may indicate imbalance. We use advanced lab testing to confirm it.

 Yes. We aim to rebalance your chemistry naturally, without dependency, by identifying and treating root causes.

 Many patients begin feeling better within 3–6 weeks, though deeper balance may take 3–6 months depending on complexity.

 Absolutely. Many patients use this alongside psychotherapy or psychiatry. We coordinate with your mental health team.

 Yes. All treatments are medically supervised and based on your lab results.

 We test for those and tailor your supplementation accordingly to bypass methylation issues.

 Yes. Neurotransmitter balance is critical for attention, focus, and cognitive clarity.

 No. Most tests are done via urine, saliva, or blood—and can often be collected at home.

 We’re out-of-network, but we provide superbills for partial reimbursement. Some lab tests may be covered.

 Yes. With your psychiatrist’s collaboration, we support the tapering process using amino acids, nutrition, and adrenal repair.

Begin Your Journey with Patients Medical

Patients Medical specializes in gently helping the patient identify the root cause of their medical issues and then assist them to recover from their problems to help them move forward to good health.

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To schedule an in person on Tele-medicine appointment, please call our office at (212) 794-8800 or email us at info@PatientsMedical.com We look forward to hearing from you

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