Anxiety Treatment
Find Relief from Anxiety at the Root Cause
A personalized, biological approach that addresses hormones, neurotransmitters, and inflammation to restore your balance and peace of mind.
Anxiety is more than a feeling—it is a physiological state that communicates a deeper biological imbalance.
The constant mental noise that makes it impossible to focus on the present or enjoy the quiet moments.
Waking up at 3 AM with a racing heart, feeling wired but tired no matter how much you rest.
A constant feeling of being 'on edge,' manifesting as muscle tightness, digestive issues, or shallow breathing.
Why Traditional Anxiety Treatment Falls Short
Why Traditional Anxiety Treatment Falls Short
Many clinical approaches only target the symptoms through trial-and-error medication. We look deeper to identify the physiological drivers of your anxiety.
Analyzing GABA, Serotonin, and Dopamine pathways to ensure the brain's "braking system" is functional.
Stress markers like Cortisol and DHEA are often the true culprits behind feeling "wired and tired."
Chronic low-grade inflammation can cross the blood-brain barrier, manifesting as psychiatric distress.
We provide personalized, physician-led care to understand and treat the underlying causes of your anxiety.
A detailed assessment of symptoms, history, and contributing factors.
Targeted lab testing to uncover underlying biological imbalances.
A tailored approach combining nutrition, supplements, lifestyle changes, and medication.
What You Can Expect
The goal of integrative care isn’t just the absence of anxiety—it is the presence of vitality.
Experience a mind that is quiet, decisive, and capable of deep focus without the background noise of persistent worry.
Develop a nervous system that can handle life's inevitable stressors with grace and a regulated physiological response.
Falling asleep naturally and waking up feeling genuinely refreshed, without the exhausting morning cortisol spike.
Stable energy levels throughout the day that aren't driven by caffeine or nervous system overdrive.
What Our Clients Say
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you prescribe medication?
Yes. Medication is used when appropriate, often alongside integrative treatments.
How is this different from traditional psychiatry?
This approach focuses on identifying and treating underlying biological causes rather than only managing symptoms.
What kind of testing is involved?
Advanced lab testing may include hormones, nutrients, inflammation markers, and other relevant diagnostics.
Is telemedicine effective?
Yes. Most care can be delivered effectively through secure virtual consultations.
Can you help reduce or discontinue medications?
When appropriate, treatment plans may include safely reducing or transitioning off medications under medical supervision.
Meet the doctor
Barbara Bartlik, MD – Integrative Psychiatry
Barbara Bartlik, MD – Integrative Psychiatry
- 30+ years experience
- Triple board certified in Psychiatry, Integrative medicine, and sexology
- Editor of Integrative Sexual Health
- Faculty at Weill Cornell
- Recognized among New York Magazine’s Best Doctors in Psychiatry
Dr. Bartlik specializes in identifying and treating the underlying biological factors behind mental and sexual health concerns.
Speak direclty with Dr. Barbara to understand your symptoms, explore potential causes, and determine next best steps in you care.