We blend modern science with a caring, whole-person approach. It’s not just about managing symptoms, it’s about helping you heal and thrive.
We’ll help you get to the root of what’s going on so you can move forward and feel better. At Palo Alto Mind Body, our practice is grounded in something rare--personal experience from both sides of medicine. Before becoming a physician, I spent years as a patient battling Crohn’s Disease. I endured surgeries, hospital stays, and emotional isolation. I know firsthand what it’s like to feel unseen, unheard, and dismissed in moments of deep vulnerability. That experience shaped a great deal about how I practice today. After earning my MD and MPH at Emory and completing a Psychiatry Residency at Stanford, I opened a practice centered around compassion, connection, and time. We built this concierge psychiatry model to be accessible, practical, and rooted in three pillars: Mind-Body Health, Community Care, and Interventional Psychiatry. With tools like IV ketamine, Spravato, and personalized therapy, we offer advanced care tailored to your needs. Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, suicidal thoughts, or just trying to find your footing again, we're here to walk with you. You deserve care from someone who truly understands the journey back to health.
01/07/2026
Sometimes depression doesn’t go away, even when you’ve done everything you’re supposed to. You’ve tried medication, therapy, exercise, maybe even changed your routine and still, the heaviness sticks around. It can feel confusing, frustrating, and honestly, pretty lonely. 😕
The good new is when typical antidepressants don’t help, other treatment options may still bring relief.
Treatment-resistant depression occurs when standard treatments don’t relieve symptoms. New options like SPRAVATO and IV Ketamine can help reboot brain pathway
01/05/2026
A perfect reminder for the first Monday of the new year! So many of us are thinking about fresh starts, new beginnings, and trying again, even if something didn’t work out before, it doesn’t mean your options are gone.
What really matters is taking that first step in the right direction. Every journey begins with a single step, and you don’t have to take it alone. 💙
Our team at Palo Alto Mind Body is here to support you, guide you, and walk alongside you as you move toward the life and mental wellness you deserve in 2026 and beyond!
Happy New Year! 🎉 Everyone’s making resolutions to improve their life this year, but don’t forget your mental health! 💛
Your mind deserves care too. From small daily habits to big lifestyle shifts, focusing on mental wellness can make 2026 your best year yet. Here are 50 resolutions from our team to boost your mental health and start the year feeling balanced, energized, and more like yourself.
Prioritize at least 10 minutes of “me-time” daily
Take a short walk every day
Drink more water to stay hydrated
Eat balanced, nutritious meals
Limit caffeine or alcohol when possible
Take deep breaths throughout the day
Practice gratitude daily
Schedule regular breaks at work
Spend time in nature each week
Keep a journal to process your thoughts
Try meditation or guided mindfulness exercises
Practice yoga or gentle stretching
Limit multitasking to reduce stress
Practice being present in conversations
Take one digital detox day per week
Focus on one task at a time
Use positive affirmations daily
Create a calming bedtime routine
Listen to calming music or sounds
Practice mindful eating
Call or text a friend regularly
Schedule a weekly family check-in
Join a community group or club
Volunteer or give back to others
Express appreciation to someone daily
Plan a social outing at least once a month
Set boundaries to protect your energy
Communicate feelings honestly and calmly
Reconnect with someone you’ve lost touch with
Surround yourself with supportive people
Identify triggers and coping strategies
Seek therapy or counseling if needed
Practice forgiveness for yourself and others
Track moods to understand patterns
Celebrate small victories every day
Limit exposure to negative news or social media
Learn to say “no” without guilt
Accept feelings without judgment
Challenge negative self-talk
Keep a list of things that make you happy
Learn a new skill or hobby
Read a book for personal growth each month
Attend a mental health or wellness workshop
Take a class that interests you
Set a realistic personal goal each month
Reflect on achievements regularly
Explore creative outlets like art or music
Try journaling prompts for self-reflection
Take time to plan and organize your week
Commit to consistency in mental wellness practices
What's on your list this year?
12/30/2025
Taking care of your mental health isn’t just about one treatment...
It’s about caring for your whole self: mind, body, and lifestyle. At Palo Alto Mind Body, we view Spravato as more than just a treatment for treatment-resistant depression. When paired with self-care practices like consistent sleep, regular physical activity, mindfulness, and other healthy routines, it can be a powerful tool to help you regain balance and emotional well-being.
Our team takes a holistic approach, focusing on lasting healing rather than quick fixes. We work with you to create a personalized plan that supports not only symptom relief but also long-term mental wellness. Small, intentional steps like getting enough rest, moving your body, or practicing mindfulness can have a meaningful impact when combined with Spravato therapy.
Every step you take toward caring for yourself matters, and you don’t have to do it alone. Our compassionate team is here to guide, support, and empower you on your journey toward a brighter, healthier, and more fulfilling life. 💛
The holidays can look different for everyone. For some, they’re filled with connection and celebration. For others, they bring stress, exhaustion, or emotions that are hard to name. However this season meets you, you’re not alone.
This is a time to slow down when you can, listen to what your mind and body are asking for, and give yourself permission to rest. Small moments of care like deep breaths, quiet walks, and honest conversations can make a real difference.
As the year comes to a close, we’re grateful for the trust our patients and community place in us. Supporting your mental and physical well-being is a responsibility we hold with care and respect.
Wishing you a peaceful holiday season filled with gentleness, balance, and moments that help you feel grounded. 💙
12/23/2025
For those in recovery, untreated depression, PTSD, or trauma can threaten sobriety. IV Ketamine, given in a supervised clinical setting, offers rapid relief without compromising recovery.
It can improve mood, reduce cravings, and support lasting healing. With an addiction-trained team, ketamine is a safe, effective way to reset, heal deeply, and stay strong on your recovery journey.
If you’ve tried medication and it hasn’t helped improve your depression, that’s more common than you might think. Millions of Americans deal with treatment-resistant depression, and 1 in 3 don’t feel better with antidepressants alone.
Some depression is just harder to treat, and that’s why new treatments like SPRAVATO® exist.
If you’re dealing with treatment resistant depression, you might know the cycle well. You try a new medication or therapy. You wait. You hope. And then nothing changes—or maybe you feel a bit better at first, only to crash again later. Over time, this can take a real emotional toll. You might start to wonder if anything will ever work. You might even stop hoping altogether.
But even when it feels like nothing is working, new options continue to emerge. And many people who once felt hopeless are now finding relief thanks to advances in mental health care.
Treatment-resistant depression is not forever- especially with newer treatment options, like Ketamine. Unlike traditional antidepressants that affect serotonin
12/13/2025
The holidays can be full of joy, but they can also be full of triggers for social anxiety. 😓 Crowded rooms, small talk, family expectations, office parties… suddenly, every laugh and every conversation feels overwhelming.
If this sounds familiar, know this: you are not overreacting. Feeling anxious doesn’t mean you’re “too sensitive” or “not fun enough.” Your feelings are real and valid. 💛
Give yourself permission to take breaks, step outside, or even skip events that feel overwhelming. Protecting your mental health is important.
This season, let your self-care lead the way. Celebrate in ways that feel safe, authentic, and gentle for you. You can still enjoy the holidays, just on your terms. ✨
✨ The holidays can be hard sometimes, and it’s okay to feel sad, stressed, or lonely. Here are some gentle ways to take care of yourself that can make a big difference in your mood 👇
Take small breaks – Step outside, breathe, or just sit quietly for a few minutes. Your mind needs rest, too.
Move your body – A short walk, stretching, or dancing to your favorite song can lift your mood.
Stay connected – Call or text someone you trust. Talking helps more than you think.
Set realistic expectations – Holidays don’t have to be perfect. Focus on small joys, not big “must-dos.”
Be kind to yourself – Give yourself permission to say no, rest, or skip things that feel overwhelming.
If you’re in recovery and still dealing with depression or trauma, there are safe options for support. 💛
IV ketamine, when used safely with medical supervision, can actually help your brain 'reset'. It's time to get compassionate support without breaking the progress you’ve made. You deserve to feel better, and we’re here to help you heal while protecting your recovery.
Treatment-resistant depression is a term doctors use when someone has tried at least two different antidepressants, each for an adequate amount of time and at the right dose, but hasn’t seen enough improvement. It doesn’t mean you’re beyond help.
It simply means your brain may need a different approach. Depression affects people differently, and one-size-fits-all treatment rarely works for everyone.
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Concierge Psychiatry, Addiction Medicine, and Functional Health Specialists located in Palo Alto, CA
The Palo Alto Center for Mind Body Health is a mental health practice that follows the core belief of its founder, M. Rameen Ghorieshi, MD, MPH: Your mental and physical health are so strongly intertwined that you can’t find optimal wellness in one without striving for both.
Dr. Ghorieshi, who holds dual board certifications in psychiatry and addiction medicine, and a team of highly trained and experienced providers offer psychopharmacology (medication management), psychotherapy (individual, couples, and family), and forensic psychiatry (psychiatric evaluations for legal purposes).
At Palo Alto Center for Mind Body Health, you have access to today’s most innovative diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. They provide pharmacogenetics, which tests your genes using a simple mouth swab. The results help them customize your treatments. For example, your genetic results show how you metabolize drugs, so they can prescribe an optimal dose without trial-and-error.
They specialize in using intravenous ketamine infusion, a unique and advanced treatment that rapidly and very effectively lessens symptoms of depression, anxiety, migraines, chronic pain syndromes, and other types of mental health disorders. Most patients experience symptom relief within a few hours, even those whose depression or migraines didn’t respond to other medications.
Dr. Ghorieshi provides addiction treatment for all types of drug and behavioral addictions. The team also welcomes patients facing the full scope of mental health disorders, whether anxiety, depression, postpartum depression, PTSD, or bipolar disorder.
All the providers at the Palo Alto Center for Mind Body Health use evidence-based therapies, choosing from among their extensive options to develop customized treatments that benefit each patient.
They welcome new patients seeking help with mental health disorders and chronic pain syndromes. To schedule an appointment, call the office or use online booking.
