Ruby Mental Wellness

Ruby Mental Wellness Traditional psychiatric medication management through a holistic lens. Accepting new patients in Tennessee both in person and virtually.

In-network with Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, UHC, Optum, UMR, Medicare. We provide medication management through the use of both traditional psychotropics and holistic treatment methods. Through collaboration with you and your primary therapist and medical team, we help you achieve a greater sense of emotional and physical wellbeing. We specialize in medication management for adults and adolescents with the following mental health concerns:

-ADHD

-Addiction

-Anxiety

-Binge Eating Disorder

-Bipolar Disorder

-Depression

-Insomnia

-OCD

-Trauma

You are not too sensitive.You are not overreacting.You are a human being carrying more than most people can see. So ofte...
04/16/2026

You are not too sensitive.
You are not overreacting.
You are a human being carrying more than most people can see.

So often the people who feel the most deeply are the ones told they’re “too much” - too emotional, too anxious, too in their head.

But what if your sensitivity isn’t the problem?

What if it’s actually your nervous system doing exactly what it was designed to do: respond to the weight of everything you’ve been holding?

You don’t need to shrink yourself.
You don’t need to feel less.
You need support that actually meets you where you are.

That’s what we believe at Ruby Mental Wellness.
Save this for the next time someone, or that voice in your head, tells you you’re too much.

04/09/2026

Most people are searching for answers to their mental health struggles in all the right places - therapy, medication, mindset work. And those things matter.

But there’s a layer that often gets skipped entirely: what’s happening inside your body.
Your brain doesn’t run on willpower. It runs on glucose, nutrients, sleep, and movement. When those are off, your mood, focus, and resilience are off,no matter how hard you try.

This is the metabolic approach to mental health. It’s not new science. It’s just not talked about enough.

Before you spiral trying to figure out why your anxiety or ADHD feels so out of control - start here. ⤵️Sometimes the an...
04/07/2026

Before you spiral trying to figure out why your anxiety or ADHD feels so out of control - start here. ⤵️

Sometimes the answer isn’t a new strategy or another supplement. It’s the basics that quietly go unchecked: sleep, blood sugar, caffeine, movement, and nutrients. These five things have a bigger impact on your brain and nervous system than most people realize.
Swipe through and see which one might be the piece you’ve been missing. 👉
If you’re ready to go deeper and get personalized support, head to the link in our bio, we would love to work with you.

A lot of people come into care already feeling like they need to apologize.For crying. For not having the right words. F...
04/02/2026

A lot of people come into care already feeling like they need to apologize.

For crying. For not having the right words. For not doing everything “perfectly.”

But you don’t have to do that here.

You’re allowed to show up exactly as you are: messy, unsure, figuring it out as you go.

That’s part of the process🤍

Sometimes when your brain feels foggy, overwhelmed, or stuck, it’s easy to assume something is wrong with you.But often ...
03/26/2026

Sometimes when your brain feels foggy, overwhelmed, or stuck, it’s easy to assume something is wrong with you.

But often your brain may simply need a few basic supports.

Try this:

• Eat protein in the morning
• Go for a 10-minute walk outside
• Drink a full glass of water
• Step outside for sunlight

These small metabolic shifts help support things like energy regulation, focus, and mood. When your brain and body have what they need, it becomes a little easier to think clearly and move through the day.

Small steps can make a huge difference in your whole day!

Sometimes clients are surprised by how detailed our intake forms are.But nutrition recommendations should never be one s...
03/24/2026

Sometimes clients are surprised by how detailed our intake forms are.

But nutrition recommendations should never be one size fits all.

Medications, medical history, lab values, and family history all influence how your body responds to food, nutrients, and lifestyle changes.

As registered dietitians, our job is to look at the full clinical picture so we can create recommendations that are safe, personalized, and evidence based.

This is also why nutrition counseling is considered medical nutrition therapy and why many insurance plans cover visits with a dietitian.

Nutrition is powerful, but it works best when we understand the full context of your health.

Sometimes what looks like rest on the outside can actually be avoidance.And sometimes the quiet night in that we really ...
03/19/2026

Sometimes what looks like rest on the outside can actually be avoidance.

And sometimes the quiet night in that we really need can feel confusing too.

The truth is, many behaviors sit in the middle.

Canceling plans.
Taking a break from messages.
Choosing a quiet evening.

The difference often isn’t the action - it’s the intention and how you feel afterward.

✨ Rest tends to restore you.
✨ Avoidance often brings quick relief but leaves guilt or anxiety behind.

Neither response makes you weak or “bad.” They’re both ways your nervous system tries to cope with overwhelm.

The goal isn’t perfection - it’s learning to notice what you truly need in the moment.

At Ruby Mental Wellness, we believe mental health care starts with curiosity, compassion, and honoring your own experience.

Spring is a gentle invitation to begin again This season, our vision board is focused on the simple things that help us ...
03/17/2026

Spring is a gentle invitation to begin again

This season, our vision board is focused on the simple things that help us feel more like ourselves:
fresh air on our skin, nourishing meals that fuel our bodies, water that keeps us hydrated, and meaningful moments of connection.

Wellness doesn’t have to be complicated. Sometimes it’s stepping outside for a few minutes, choosing foods that support your energy, sipping water throughout the day, or reaching out to someone who makes you feel seen.

Small, supportive habits can create powerful shifts over time.

What’s on your spring vision board?

RubyMentalWellness

03/05/2026

When we’re overwhelmed, we usually try to think our way out of it.

But overwhelm is often a nervous system state - not a personal failure.

Start with your body.
Then soften your self-talk.

Small shifts create safety.

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7105 Crossroads Boulevard Ste 102
Brentwood, TN
37027

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