Shifa Health

Shifa Health Psychiatric and mental health providers Shifa Health has been the go-to center for the best integrative mind care in the area since 2003.

We are a group of highly skilled Psychiatrists, Psychiatric Nurse practitioners, Psychologists, and Counselors who are passionate about enriching your mental health and wellbeing. We specialize in the use of a combination of advanced treatments including (TMS, Spravato, Medications, Psychotherapy, and Evidence-based Natural Remedies) for disorders like depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, other stress-related disorders, etc.

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝗳 𝗶𝘁’𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗳𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗳𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸—b𝘂𝘁 𝗳𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀?You earn a promotion, land a big opportunity, or f...
12/18/2025

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝗳 𝗶𝘁’𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗳𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗳𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸—b𝘂𝘁 𝗳𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀?

You earn a promotion, land a big opportunity, or finally start that new venture… and instead of momentum, you feel procrastination, self-doubt, or unexplained anxiety.
It’s not a lack of drive.

Often, it’s your brain running an old survival pattern:
Maybe you learned to stay “small” to feel safe.
Maybe past successes were followed by stress, pressure, or criticism.
Over time, your brain can start treating success as a threat—even when, logically, you know you’re ready for more.

At Shifa Health, we work with many high-achieving professionals who feel this exact tension: capable on the outside, blocked on the inside.

This is where 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗻𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗦𝘁𝗶𝗺𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 (𝗧𝗠𝗦) can help.

When certain brain circuits stay stuck in fear and hypervigilance, TMS helps calm those overactive areas and support healthier mood, focus, and emotional resilience. That means you can pursue growth without your brain hitting the brakes at the worst possible moment.

You deserve success that feels safe, not stressful.

👉 Learn how TMS at Shifa Health can support your confidence and mental wellness: shifahealth.org

👉 Curious if TMS is a fit for you or your patients/clients? We welcome referrals and consultations.

TMS

12/18/2025

Sometimes we pour into everything and everyone, then wonder why we’re burnt out. Your mind works the same way. What you feed it shows up in how you think, react and recover.

“T𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱. 𝗜𝘁 𝗴𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗶𝘁.”

If you want tools that make this easier, my latest book breaks it down in a way that’s actually doable in real life.

Now available on Amazon.
Paperback → https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FSX2Z3RV
Kindle → https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FSRYLCCQ

12/18/2025

Ever feel like understanding your anxiety is one thing… but actually doing something about it is another?

That’s exactly why I created The Anxious Brain Workbook — a gentle, practical guide you can start using right now to bring more calm, structure, and insight into anxious moments.

This isn’t just theory. Inside the workbook, you’ll find:

• Neuroscience-based exercises to help you understand what’s really happening in your brain
• Guided reflection prompts to make sense of your thoughts, emotions, and patterns
• Practical tools to build lasting habits — not quick fixes — so you can strengthen resilience over time

Whether you’re just beginning to explore your anxiety or you’ve already tried self-help tools, this workbook meets you where you are.

Using it regularly isn’t about being “fixed.” It’s about learning to navigate your mind with compassion, clarity, and confidence.

✨ Want to learn more about the Anxious Brain Workbook?
https://happyandhealthymind.com/anxiousbrain-workbook

12/18/2025

I tell my patients this all the time. When your mind feels loud and your body feels tight, your nervous system is basically waving a little flag saying, “Hey, I need a minute.”

And that minute matters.
A short break can reset your focus, lower cortisol, calm your heartbeat and give your brain space to think instead of react.

We’re not meant to run on full power all day. You don’t have to earn your rest. You just need to notice when your body’s asking for it.

If you want simple tools that help you hit that reset button on purpose, my book walks you through them step by step.

Learn more about my book:
https://happyandhealthymind.com/anxiousbrain-workbook

Find it now on Amazon.
Paperback → https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FSX2Z3RV
Kindle → https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FSRYLCCQ

Being alone doesn’t always mean you’re lonely.Sometimes, solitude is exactly what your mind needs to reset. Other times,...
12/15/2025

Being alone doesn’t always mean you’re lonely.

Sometimes, solitude is exactly what your mind needs to reset. Other times, it can quietly slip into loneliness—a space that feels empty instead of peaceful.

Integrative psychiatry helps uncover what’s happening beneath that feeling. Maybe your body’s stress hormones are running high, making isolation feel heavier. Maybe your sleep, nutrition, or emotional health are out of sync, leaving you disconnected even when you’re not physically alone.

By looking at both the mind and the body, integrative care helps you find balance—so your quiet moments start feeling like rest, not rejection.
There’s healing in being alone when your body and brain are at peace with it. That’s when solitude turns into strength.

🌐 Learn how integrative psychiatry helps bring harmony to your emotional and physical well-being: www.shifahealth.org

Some people light up in a crowd. Others leave a party and need a full day of silence to recover. Both are normal. Social...
12/15/2025

Some people light up in a crowd. Others leave a party and need a full day of silence to recover. Both are normal. Social energy isn’t one-size-fits-all, it’s a spectrum.
Your “social battery” depends on how your brain and nervous system process stimulation. For some, connection recharges them. For others, it drains them, even if they love the people around them. The trick is learning what balance looks like for you.

Too much isolation can feed anxiety, but too much social pressure can lead to burnout just the same.

This week, we’re exploring how socializing affects mental health, from loneliness to belonging, from small talk to deeper connection. And it starts here: by understanding how your brain handles connection and recovery.

🌐 Learn more about mental wellness and healthy balance at www.shifahealth.org

When life gets overwhelming, we often reach for big fixes. But sometimes, the most powerful reset starts with something ...
12/13/2025

When life gets overwhelming, we often reach for big fixes. But sometimes, the most powerful reset starts with something as simple as your breath.
Deep, intentional breathing does more than calm your nerves—it sends a signal to your brain that you’re safe. It slows your heart rate, lowers cortisol levels, and gives your mind a moment to pause before reacting. That one pause can change how your whole day unfolds.

Over the past week, we’ve talked about how the body and mind are deeply connected—how sleep, movement, inflammation, and even brain chemistry all play a role in your emotional health. Breathing ties it all together. It’s your body’s built-in bridge back to balance, reminding you that healing doesn’t always need to be complicated.

As we close this series, take a deep breath right now. Feel your chest rise, your shoulders drop, your mind slow down just a little. That’s your nervous system finding peace—and that’s where every healing journey begins.

🌐 Continue exploring ways to support your body and mind together: www.shifahealth.org

You can eat well, exercise, even meditate—but if you’re not sleeping, your brain can’t truly heal. Sleep isn’t just “res...
11/22/2025

You can eat well, exercise, even meditate—but if you’re not sleeping, your brain can’t truly heal. Sleep isn’t just “rest”; it’s when your brain cleans house—clearing out stress chemicals, repairing neural connections, and storing memories from the day.

But here’s the tricky part: not everyone’s brain goes through these sleep cycles the same way. Some people fall asleep fast but don’t reach deep sleep. Others wake up at 3 AM like clockwork, their brain stuck in alert mode. That’s where QEEG brain mapping helps. It shows which parts of your brain are overactive, underactive, or out of sync, giving real insight into why sleep feels so broken.

Once you understand your brain’s rhythm, you can finally support it—with the right lifestyle habits, therapy, or treatments designed for your brain’s unique pattern. Because better sleep isn’t just about hours—it’s about quality healing for both body and mind.

🌐 Learn how QEEG brain mapping can help you understand your sleep and restore balance: www.shifahealth.org

We often think of sadness or irritability as “just in our heads,” but sometimes, the problem starts in the body. Chronic...
11/21/2025

We often think of sadness or irritability as “just in our heads,” but sometimes, the problem starts in the body. Chronic inflammation—caused by stress, poor diet, lack of sleep, or even hidden infections—can affect brain chemistry and disrupt mood regulation. That’s why you might feel mentally foggy, drained, or unusually low even when life seems fine.

Integrative psychiatry looks at both sides of that equation. It asks, what’s your body trying to tell us about your mind? Instead of only treating symptoms, it explores root causes like hormone imbalances, gut health, or nutrient deficiencies that quietly fuel inflammation, and with it, mood swings or anxiety.

Balancing your mood isn’t just about managing emotions—it’s about helping your brain and body work with each other again. When the body calms, the mind can finally rest.

🌐 Learn how integrative psychiatry can help you heal from the inside out: www.shifahealth.org

We all know moving your body helps your mind—but some days, even that feels impossible. When stress, depression, or burn...
11/19/2025

We all know moving your body helps your mind—but some days, even that feels impossible. When stress, depression, or burnout hit, getting up for a walk can feel like lifting a mountain. That’s not laziness. It’s your brain’s chemistry working against you.

When certain areas of the brain linked to motivation, focus, and mood slow down, it’s harder to find the drive to move or even care about things that used to help. That’s where TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) comes in. It gently activates those underactive regions using magnetic pulses—helping your brain “wake up” naturally, so you can rebuild those healthy habits again.

Sometimes, the first step toward balance isn’t forcing yourself to move—it’s helping your brain find its rhythm again. Once that happens, the movement follows.

🌐 Learn how TMS supports motivation, energy, and mental clarity: www.shifahealth.org

Ever notice how your mood can crash after skipping meals—or how some foods make you feel off for hours? That’s not just ...
11/19/2025

Ever notice how your mood can crash after skipping meals—or how some foods make you feel off for hours? That’s not just hunger or habit. It’s your genes talking.

The way your body processes nutrients, manages inflammation, and produces “happy” chemicals like serotonin is deeply influenced by your DNA. For some people, a diet high in sugar or caffeine sends their stress hormones soaring. For others, it’s a lack of specific vitamins that throws mood regulation off balance.

3x4 Genetic Testing helps you understand those hidden factors. It’s not about following the latest diet trend—it’s about decoding your body’s unique needs so you can nourish both your brain and your emotions the right way. Because when your biology is supported, your mood follows.

🌐 Learn how genetic insights can help you eat smarter for your mental health: www.shifahealth.org

You’re not lazy when you rest. You’re repairing.We live in a world that glorifies “five hours of sleep and still grindin...
11/19/2025

You’re not lazy when you rest. You’re repairing.
We live in a world that glorifies “five hours of sleep and still grinding,” but your brain doesn’t buy that. Sleep isn’t optional—it’s maintenance time.

When you sleep, your brain literally clears out toxins, balances mood-regulating chemicals, and files away memories. Without enough of it, everything feels harder: focus, patience, motivation, even joy. That’s not weakness—it’s chemistry.

So tonight, try a small act of care: dim the lights earlier, put your phone out of reach, and give your mind a real reset. The goal isn’t just to “get more sleep.” It’s to let your body do the healing it’s built for.

🌐 Learn more about building healthy mind-body habits: www.shifahealth.org

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10333 19th Avenue SE, # 109
Everett, WA
98208

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Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

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* TMS- Transcranial Magnetic stimulation-Treatment for Depression.

* Stress Reduction Programs

*Psychiatric and Psychological Assessment. * Psychiatric Medication Management. * Psychotherapy. * Psychological Testing. * Stress Reduction with Art and Mindfulness.