In this episode of The Healers Café, Manon Bolliger, FCAH, RBHT (facilitator and retired naturopath with 30+ years of practice) speaks to Dr Sam Zand highlights the importance of addressing biological, psychological, environmental, and spiritual factors. He emphasizes rapport-building with patients, using introspection over metrics, and the potential of ketamine for brain optimization. Zand advocates for a more connected, spiritual approach to mental health, leveraging ancient wisdom and modern technologies to enhance wellness.
For the transcript and full story go to: https://www.drmanonbolliger.com/dr-sam-zand
Highlights from today's episode include:
Dr. Zand reflects on the historical lack of understanding about the brain-gut connection and the importance of holistic education.
Dr Zand emphasizes the importance of being a humble student and questioning established practices in brain science.
Manon Bolliger 28:24
A couple of thoughts that have come from the interview with Dr Sam Zand is just that, you know, the ability to be opened, that we may not have everything yet, that we're constantly work in progress.
ABOUT DR SAM ZAND:
Dr. Sam Zand is a board-certified psychiatrist and a leading voice in holistic mental health care. With a passion for integrating traditional psychiatry with innovative, evidence-based approaches, Dr. Zand helps individuals achieve lasting mental wellness by addressing the mind, body, and spirit.
As the founder of Anywhere Clinic, Dr. Zand is pioneering accessible, patient-centered mental health care through telepsychiatry, offering a blend of medication management, therapy, lifestyle interventions, and neuroplasticity-based treatments. His approach goes beyond symptom relief—he focuses on root causes, guiding patients toward sustainable healing through mindfulness, nutrition, movement, and mindset shifts.
Dr. Zand is also a recognized expert in ketamine-assisted therapy, utilizing sublingual ketamine treatments to help patients struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other mental health conditions. By combining medication with therapeutic support, he empowers patients to rewire thought patterns, break free from limiting beliefs, and rediscover their purpose.
Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Zand is an educator, speaker, and advocate for mental health awareness. He has been featured on leading mental health and business podcasts, sharing insights on holistic psychiatry, neuroplasticity, and emotional resilience. He is passionate about breaking the stigma around mental health care and helping people realize that true healing is possible.
Through his work, Dr. Zand continues to transform the way mental health care is delivered, making compassionate, effective trea
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