What do real people say about mental health?
57 people recorded interviews about mental health across 8 organisations. 16 of them mentioned improved mood, anxiety or stress in their own words. The most common timeframe people described was over a year. Every figure below is a count of what people said in their recorded interview — not a clinical trial or a survey.
First-hand accounts from people who talked about mental health in their recorded interview.
Individual results vary. This is one customer's first-hand account of their own experience, recorded on camera and published unedited. It is not medical advice, and nothing here is intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Talk to a qualified healthcare professional before making decisions about your health.
What people said changed
Counts of interviews where the person described this in their own words.
- Mood & stress16 of 57 mentioned it
“It's that emotional hijacking you go from proactively thinking about how you're going to gamble in a more responsible way to just reacting to how you're gambling in the moment.”Joey Gdovin
- Family & relationships12 of 57 mentioned it
“I wanted more of that work-life balance to be entirely honest with you, so that I can go see my family in between sessions.”Joey Gdovin
- Felt supported9 of 57 mentioned it
“I Think more so it supported my belief that taking supplements that work with your body, with your genetic makeup, with whatever health issues you have, looking into all the way that these things interact with each ot…”Cris Henriquez*
- Better systems7 of 57 mentioned it
“Every click of the button, a lot of video games, those acquisitions of those imaginary assets become the same kind of process that we have to then relearn, meet that need in a more sustainable way.”Amanda Arnold
- Symptom relief6 of 57 mentioned it
“Cris Henriquez (00:00) noticed for my allergies... huge improvement and my mental health is like better than it's ever been.”Cris Henriquez*
- More energy6 of 57 mentioned it
“After getting on the supplements he recommended, I had more energy, joint pain went completely away, the brain fog went away.”Lyndsay Chandler
- More clients4 of 57 mentioned it
“Historically in research base, they've also said that a craving lasts for 30 minutes at The longest, always kind of joke with clients, as long as you can watch a sitcom, go do something else, be active, call a friend…”Nancy Helen Spitzer
- Mental clarity4 of 57 mentioned it
“After getting on the supplements he recommended, I had more energy, joint pain went completely away, the brain fog went away.”Lyndsay Chandler
How long it took
- Over a year · 14
Stories in this topic
Showing 12 of 57 interviews.
WatchMoving Beyond Willpower to Sustainable Recovery Through Specialized Gambling Addiction TherapyNancy Spitzer, a licensed therapist at Birches Health, highlights how the platform helps clients move from the 'action stage' of recovery to sustainable change. By addressing psychological factors and neurochemical cycles like dopamine surges, Birches Health…Nancy Helen Spitzer · Birches Health
WatchOvercoming Chronic Anxiety and Seasonal Allergies Through Genetic-Guided SupplementationCris Henriquez achieved significant mental clarity and allergy relief working with Dr. Tyler Panzner. By targeting MTHFR and COMT genetic pathways with lithium orotate, Henriquez reported feeling calmer within 20 minutes, ending chronic rumination and high bl…Cris Henriquez* · Dr Tyler Panzner
WatchAchieving Emotional Homeostasis and Consistent Mood Through Personalized Repetitive TMSBrenna Priest achieved a more consistent mood and faster return to homeostasis after receiving personalized repetitive TMS (PRTMS) at bVital. Unlike traditional TMS, which caused her body to convulse, Brenna found bVital’s targeted, non-aggressive approach al…Brenna Priest · bVital- 40 Years of ZenWatchOvercoming Historical Trauma and Chronic Rage Through Five Days of Intensive NeurofeedbackTatiana Tremblay reports that 40 Years of Zen completely eliminated her chronic rage and historical trauma during a five-day program. By utilizing neurofeedback and ketamine-assisted sessions, she transitioned from living in fear and time anxiety to a state o…Tatiana Tremblay · 40 Years of Zen
WatchDr. Zev Myerowitz Transformed His Practice Treating Chronic Conditions Using DesBioDr. Zev Myerowitz reports that DesBio has totally changed his practice and increased results for patients with severe chronic conditions over the last 15-16 years. By utilizing unique Series Kits and the comprehensive Detox Kit, he successfully addresses infl…Dr Zev Myerowitz · Des Bio
WatchOvercoming Bipolar Diagnosis and Sedation Through Arbor Health Neurofeedback TreatmentLalla Fitzpatrick achieved a life-changing recovery at Arbor Health using neurofeedback. After completing three sessions daily for 30 days, she was no longer diagnosed as bipolar and successfully stopped taking mood stabilizers. She transitioned from being se…Lalla Fitzpatrick · Arbor Health
WatchOvercoming Health Challenges with Enhanced Recovery, Vision Clarity, and Emotional StabilitySpenser Beerman reports that C60 Power helped him regain his wellness and stability after a long-term addiction. He experienced clearer vision, allowing him to reduce screen zoom levels, and noted that workout recovery times were cut in half or eliminated ent…Spenser Beerman · C60 Power
WatchImproved Mood and Physical Strength Through Targeted Kryptopyrrole Disorder TestingCarole Harmon used DHA Laboratory to identify Kryptopyrrole Disorder after struggling with Lyme disease. By utilizing DHA's specialized urine testing kit, she secured a precise diagnosis that allowed for targeted zinc and vitamin B6 supplementation. Harmon re…Carole Harmon · DHA Laboratory
WatchPersonalized Recovery Pathways for Behavioral Addictions Through Compassionate Clinical CounselingJames Martinez, a licensed therapist at Birches Health, highlights how the platform helps individuals transition from the loss of control in gambling to a new identity of recovery. By focusing on self-awareness and environmental triggers, Birches Health enabl…James Martinez · Birches Health
WatchEliminated Decade-Long SSRI Use, Joint Pain, and Brain Fog via DNA-Guided SupplementsLyndsay Chandler achieved life-changing results with Dr. Tyler Panzner, successfully transitioning off an SSRI antidepressant she had used for a decade. By addressing a previously unknown histamine mutation with personalized supplements, she eliminated chroni…Lyndsay Chandler · Dr Tyler Panzner- 40 Years of ZenWatchAchieving Self-Love and Mental Clarity Through Ego-Dissolving Neurofeedback and Ketamine SessionsTyler Habert achieved profound self-love, self-acceptance, and a clear head at 40 Years of Zen. By utilizing pod sessions and ketamine-assisted neurofeedback, he successfully bypassed ego barriers to find deep forgiveness for himself and others. Habert report…Tyler Habert · 40 Years of Zen
WatchOvercoming PANS and PANDAS to Reclaim a Normal Childhood and Family LifeShari Gerevics reviewed Arbor Health, crediting the practice with helping her daughter recover from PANS/PANDAS, extreme OCD, and sensory issues. By identifying brain inflammation and toxic mold—a game-changer for the family—Arbor Health enabled the child to…Shari Gerevics · Arbor Health
What people were sceptical about first
- “What happens most when people honestly start talking about their gambling is they realize how much money they spent and the damage that it has cost them.”Nancy Helen Spitzer
- “when I first spoke to him, I was super skeptical.”Cris Henriquez*
- “And that's the opposite that I want to elicit with these treatments, you know, to get my nervous system back into alignment.”Brenna Priest
Frequently asked
- Is willpower enough to stop a gambling addiction?
- According to Nancy Spitzer, a common misconception is that gambling is just a recreational activity that can be stopped with willpower. She explains that because gambling surges the body with dopamine and serotonin, it creates a hard-to-break cycle that requires professional support and psychological work rather than… — Nancy Helen Spitzer
- How long do gambling cravings typically last?
- Nancy Spitzer notes that research suggests a craving typically lasts for 30 minutes at the longest. She recommends clients 'play the tape forward' or engage in active distractions like calling a friend or watching a sitcom to allow the urge to subside. — Nancy Helen Spitzer
- When does gambling transition from entertainment to a problem?
- Spitzer observes that it becomes a problem when individuals start 'chasing losses' after losing significant money, often fueled by the belief they can win just one more time. Many clients only realize the extent of the damage when they see negative bank statements or impact on their families. — Nancy Helen Spitzer
- Is Dr. Tyler Panzner's genetic coaching effective if other doctors failed?
- Cris Henriquez was initially skeptical after seeing a series of doctors who only suggested suppressing symptoms with Benadryl. He found Dr. Panzner's approach unique because it focused on how supplements interact with specific genetic makeup to help the body work with itself. — Cris Henriquez*
- How fast can you see results with Dr. Tyler Panzner?
- While long-term results took a year, Cris Henriquez experienced an 'aha moment' within 20 minutes of taking a recommended supplement, noting he felt significantly calmer and had less 'buzzing' in his head. — Cris Henriquez*
- Can genetic testing help with mental health issues like rumination?
- Yes, Cris Henriquez found that addressing his MTHFR and COMT genes helped stop his tendency to ruminate and loop thoughts, which he considers the best benefit of the entire program. — Cris Henriquez*