If you’ve ever felt trapped in your own mind, weighed down by anxiety, depression, or PTSD, you know how isolating it can be. It’s like watching the world move on while you’re stuck in place, struggling just to get through the day.
That’s exactly where Katie found herself—28 years old, carrying the heavy burden of mental health challenges she’d been battling for years. She had tried different treatments, but nothing seemed to work.
And to make things worse, her body was also suffering, plagued with GI issues that only intensified her emotional pain. Katie needed a change. Katie needed neurofeedback and gut support.
- 70% of adults will experience a traumatic event in their lives.
- 1 in 3 people will develop PTSD at some point.
- PTSD can lead to intrusive thoughts, hypervigilance, substance abuse, and insomnia.
The Struggles of Untreated Mental Health and GI Issues
For years, Katie had been dealing with these issues. In addition to the mental strain, she was also experiencing severe gastrointestinal issues, which only worsened her mental health. It wasn’t just her mind that was suffering; her body was, too.
Her journey to recovery began with a brain map, revealing high frontal alpha activity—a major contributor to her depression and anxiety. Her treatment plan took into account not just her brain activity but also the effects of her medication.
Early Signs of Relief
After her first few neurofeedback sessions, Katie noticed small but significant changes. The overwhelming anxiety that had once consumed her started to become more manageable. Slowly, she was able to calm the ruminating thoughts that kept her in a constant state of worry. Halfway through her neurofeedback treatment, she began to feel a shift in her mood—a lightness she hadn’t felt in years.
But Katie’s healing didn’t stop there.
Addressing the Root of Her GI Issues
In addition to neurofeedback, a GI map revealed the presence of several parasites, including Giardia, H. Pylori, and Candida, which had been contributing to Katie’s anxiety and depression. With a targeted care plan and supplements, she began treating the physical causes of her mental health issues, giving her a more complete path to recovery.
95% of the serotonin produced in the human body comes from the gut.
The Transformative Outcomes
As Katie’s treatment progressed, the changes became even more apparent. Her anxiety no longer had a hold on her, and she learned how to manage her emotions in ways she hadn’t been able to before.
Those with PTSD often struggle with controlling their emotional responses, as their brain is constantly in fight-or-flight mode. Now, Katie can pause, reflect, and make thoughtful decisions rather than react impulsively.
Perhaps most remarkably, her depression lifted enough that she started taking action in her life. Where once she had felt trapped by her symptoms, she was now making bold moves.
Katie, once overwhelmed by everyday tasks, is now on her way to New York City to pursue a job—an opportunity she never would have considered before her neurofeedback training.
If you or someone you know is facing similar challenges, March on Mission wants to help you take that first step toward healing. We provide mental health financial assistance for veterans, foster children, and first responders — three of the most vulnerable groups susceptible to PTSD and other mental health issues.
