Integrative health is a term that may be unfamiliar to many people, but it has a long history and a growing evidence base. It refers to the combination of conventional medicine and complementary therapies that address the whole person: body, mind, and spirit.

Integrative health practitioners use a variety of methods to help their patients achieve optimal wellness, such as yoga, meditation, acupuncture, biofeedback, and faith-based practices.

These methods can enhance the effectiveness of medical treatments and reduce side effects. For example, a patient undergoing chemotherapy may benefit from meditation or a wellness journal to cope with stress and anxiety. Integrative health is not just a trend, but a movement that is transforming the way we think about health and healing.

Some of the leading medical institutions in the United States, such as MD Anderson Cancer Center and Scripps Hospital in San Diego, have embraced integrative health as part of their patient-centered care.

They recognize that health is not a static state, but a dynamic process that is influenced by our lifestyle and our environment. They also acknowledge that healing starts from within and that each patient has unique needs and values.

As a nationally board-certified health and wellness coach, I am passionate about integrative health and its potential to improve the quality of life for everyone. I look forward to sharing with you the many options and resources that are available to support your holistic healing journey.

We are in this together.

Aim Oń

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Resources:

Scripps Health. (2022, October 20). Integrative Medicine – San Diego. https://www.scripps.org/services/integrative-medicine