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ADHD (Children & Adults) Treatment in Santa Cruz
10 holistic practitioners in Santa Cruz who can help with ADHD (Children & Adults). Gabriel's evidence-based protocols, matched to local practitioners.
10 Practitioners
1 Treatments
6+ Supplements
Gabriel's Approach to ADHD (Children & Adults)
Gabriel treats ADHD as multifactorial condition with identifiable biological contributors—NOT just 'bad behavior' requiring stimulants. Protocol: 1) Eliminate dietary triggers (artificial colors/flavors/preservatives, food sensitivities—especially gluten, dairy), 2) Optimize nutrients (iron, zinc, m...
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Key Supplements
- Omega-3 (EPA/DHA) 2-4g/day (PROVEN effective—reduces symptoms comparable to low-dose stimulants in some studies, high EPA formulation)
- Iron (if deficient—ferritin <50 linked to ADHD severity, don't supplement without testing, 30-80mg if low)
- Zinc 30-50mg (deficiency common in ADHD, supplementing improves symptoms and medication response)
- Magnesium 400-600mg (calming, improves focus, many deficient)
- Vitamin B6 with Magnesium (neurotransmitter production)
- L-Tyrosine or L-Phenylalanine (dopamine precursors—500-1000mg morning, use cautiously, contraindicated if on MAOIs)
Key Lab Markers
- Clinical diagnosis (DSM-5 criteria, rating scales—Conners, Vanderbilt), Rule out other causes (thyroid dysfunction, sleep apnea, vision/hearing problems), Ferritin (optimal >50 for ADHD—many children deficient), Zinc, Magnesium RBC, Vitamin D, Omega-3 Index, B12, Folate, MTHFR genetic testing, Comprehensive stool test (gut-brain connection), Food sensitivity panel (IgG), Fasting glucose and insulin (blood sugar dysregulation), Lead level (if exposure risk), Thyroid panel, Sleep study (if sleep apnea suspected), EEG (if seizure disorder suspected), Neurotransmitter testing (urine—controversial but some practitioners use)
Practitioners in Santa Cruz for ADHD (Children & Adults)
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#1
93GPS
Santa Cruz Family Acupuncture
Spring Smith, L.Ac·L.Ac, Diplomate of Oriental Medicine, CA Board licensed, award-winning
5.0(89)
Santa Cruz, CA
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93GPS
Santa Cruz Family Acupuncture
Spring Smith, L.Ac·L.Ac, Diplomate of Oriental Medicine, CA Board licensed, award-winning
5.0(0)
Santa Cruz, CA
Acupuncture
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91GPS
Wellness Medical Center
VerifiedDr. Donna Leight, LAc, OMD & Dr. Holly Guzman, LAc, OMD·LAc, OMD (both practitioners), Dr. Guzman is educator and speaker
4.9(76)
Santa Cruz, CA
Acupuncture
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91GPS
Wellness Medical Center
VerifiedDr. Donna Leight, LAc, OMD & Dr. Holly Guzman, LAc, OMD·LAc, OMD (both practitioners), Dr. Guzman is educator and speaker
4.9(0)
Santa Cruz, CA
Acupuncture
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88GPS
Jessica Powell Acupuncture
Jessica Powell, DAHM, L.Ac·DAHM, L.Ac, Certified National Acupuncture Detox Specialist, 15 years experience
5.0(42)
Santa Cruz, CA
Acupuncture
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88GPS
Jessica Powell Acupuncture
Jessica Powell, DAHM, L.Ac·DAHM, L.Ac, Certified National Acupuncture Detox Specialist, 15 years experience
5.0(0)
Santa Cruz, CA
Acupuncture
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87GPS
Santa Cruz CORE
Dr. Amberlee Rose, DAOM & Multiple Practitioners·DAOM, L.Ac, multiple licensed practitioners
4.8(58)
Santa Cruz, CA
Acupuncture
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87GPS
Santa Cruz CORE
Dr. Amberlee Rose, DAOM & Multiple Practitioners·DAOM, L.Ac, multiple licensed practitioners
4.8(0)
Santa Cruz, CA
Acupuncture
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