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PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress) Treatment in Santa Barbara

17 holistic practitioners in Santa Barbara who can help with PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress). Gabriel's evidence-based protocols, matched to local practitioners.

17 Practitioners
3 Treatments
6+ Supplements

Gabriel's Approach to PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress)

Gabriel recognizes PTSD as biological brain changes from trauma—NOT weakness or 'just in your head.' Protocol: 1) Trauma-focused psychotherapy (CRITICAL—no supplement replaces this), 2) Support HPA axis and stress response, 3) Reduce neuroinflammation, 4) Optimize neurotransmitters (GABA, serotonin,...

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Key Supplements

  • Omega-3 (EPA/DHA) 2-4g/day (reduces neuroinflammation, supports brain healing)
  • Magnesium 400-600mg (calms nervous system, supports GABA)
  • L-Theanine 200-400mg (calming, reduces anxiety without sedation)
  • Ashwagandha 500mg 2x/day (adaptogen—normalizes stress response, reduces cortisol)
  • Rhodiola 400mg (adaptogen—reduces fatigue, improves stress resilience)
  • Vitamin D3 5000 IU (anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective)

Key Lab Markers

  • Clinical diagnosis (CAPS-5—Clinician-Administered PTSD Scale, PCL-5—self-report), Rule out other conditions (depression, anxiety, substance abuse, TBI), Cortisol (saliva 4-point—often dysregulated in PTSD, high or low), DHEA, Inflammatory markers (hs-CRP—neuroinflammation), Vitamin D, Omega-3 Index, Magnesium RBC, B vitamins, Thyroid panel (hypothyroidism can mimic depression), Comprehensive stool test (gut-brain connection), Neurotransmitter testing (urine—controversial but some use), HRV (heart rate variability—autonomic dysfunction in PTSD), Sleep study (if nightmares, insomnia, possible sleep apnea)
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Practitioners in Santa Barbara for PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress)

Sorted by treatment relevance and Practitioner Score

#1
91GPS

Purety Family Medical Clinic

Verified
Dr. Dena Nakhle Birch, ND & Dr. Jonathan Birch, ND·ND (both practitioners), regenerative medicine specialists
4.9(0)
Santa Barbara, CA
naturopathic medicine
#2
90GPS

Maes Center for Natural Health Care

Verified
Dr. Luc Maes·ND, DC
4.5(50)
Maes Center for Natural Health Care, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
naturopathic medicineFunctional Medicine ConsultationHomeopathy
#3
89GPS

Purety Family Medical Clinic

Verified
Dr. Jonathan Birch·NMD, RMSK
4.5(50)
Purety Family Medical Clinic, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
naturopathic medicineIV Nutrient Therapynaturopathic primary care
#4
88GPS

Dr. Amy Nett

Verified
Dr. Amy Nett·MD
4.5(50)
Dr. Amy Nett, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
holistic medicineFunctional Medicine Consultation
#5
88GPS

Dr. Amy Nett Integrative Medicine

Verified
Dr. Amy Nett, MD·MD, integrative and functional medicine certified
4.9(42)
Santa Barbara, CA
Functional Medicine Consultation
#6
88GPS

Maes Center for Natural Health

Verified
Dr. Luc Maes, ND·ND, classical homeopathy specialist
4.8(0)
Santa Barbara, CA
naturopathic medicine
#7
88GPS

Maes Center for Natural Health

Verified
Dr. Luc Maes, ND·ND, classical homeopathy specialist
4.8(0)
Santa Barbara, CA
naturopathic medicine
#8
88GPS

Dr. Amy Nett Integrative Medicine

Verified
Dr. Amy Nett, MD·MD, integrative and functional medicine certified
4.9(0)
Santa Barbara, CA
Functional Medicine Consultation
#9
87GPS

Pathways to Natural Health

Verified
Dr. Lizzie Clapham, ND·ND, IV therapy specialist
4.9(0)
Santa Barbara, CA
naturopathic medicine
#10
86GPS

Pathways to Natural Health

Verified
Dr. Lizzie Clapham·ND
4.5(50)
Pathways to Natural Health, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
naturopathic medicineIV Nutrient TherapyFunctional Medicine Consultation
#11
86GPS

Origins Integrative Medicine

Verified
Dr. Elisse·ND
4.5(50)
Origins Integrative Medicine, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
naturopathic medicineFunctional Medicine Consultationnaturopathic primary care
#12
86GPS

Santa Barbara Acupuncture & Wellness

Dr. Maria Rodriguez, L.Ac.·L.Ac., DAOM
4.9(0)
Santa Barbara, CA
Acupuncture
#13
86GPS

Santa Barbara Acupuncture & Wellness

Dr. Maria Rodriguez, L.Ac.·L.Ac., DAOM
4.9(0)
Santa Barbara, CA
Acupuncture
#14
85GPS

Nest Integrative Medicine Spa

Verified
Dr. Kristi Wrightson·ND
4.5(50)
Nest Integrative Medicine Spa, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
naturopathic medicinehormone therapynaturopathic primary care
#15
85GPS

Dr. Robert Anderson Coastal Wellness

Verified
Dr. Robert Anderson, DO·DO, functional medicine trained
4.8(0)
Santa Barbara, CA
Functional Medicine Consultation
#16
85GPS

Origins Integrative Medicine

Multiple Practitioners·Integrative medicine practitioners
4.7(0)
Santa Barbara, CA
integrative medicine
#17
85GPS

Dr. Robert Anderson Coastal Wellness

Verified
Dr. Robert Anderson, DO·DO, functional medicine trained
4.8(0)
Santa Barbara, CA
Functional Medicine Consultation

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