Holistic Services & Alternative Care is proud to be a Veteran Owned and Operated psychiatric practice dedicated to supporting those who have served our country.
Our practice was originally established with Veterans in mind. Many of the services offered today were created specifically to address the mental health challenges frequently experienced by Veterans, including trauma related stress, sleep disturbances, chronic pain, anxiety, depression, and the complex transition from military service to civilian life.
While Holistic Services & Alternative Care now supports individuals from many walks of life, the mission of serving Veterans remains at the core of why our practice was founded.
Our goal is to provide thoughtful, individualized psychiatric care that respects the experiences, strengths, and resilience of those who have served.
Military service is defined by commitment, discipline, and dedication to something greater than oneself. These same values guide the philosophy of care at Holistic Services & Alternative Care.
We believe Veterans deserve access to mental health services that are compassionate, evidence based, and tailored to the unique experiences of military service. Our approach focuses on whole person care that considers the psychological, physical, and environmental factors that influence overall wellbeing.
By combining clinical expertise with an understanding of Veteran experiences, our practice strives to provide a supportive environment where Veterans can pursue healing, stability, and long-term wellness.
Holistic Services & Alternative Care offers a range of psychiatric services that may benefit Veterans experiencing a variety of mental health concerns.
Thorough psychiatric evaluations designed to understand each individual’s history, symptoms, and treatment goals in order to develop a personalized care plan.
Ongoing medication management focused on safety, effectiveness, and long-term symptom stabilization for conditions such as PTSD, anxiety disorders, depression, ADHD, and sleep disturbances.
Advanced genetic testing that helps determine how an individual may respond to certain psychiatric medications, allowing treatment to be tailored more precisely and reducing the trial-and-error process often associated with medication selection.
Clinical evaluations to determine whether an emotional support animal may provide therapeutic benefit for individuals experiencing certain mental health conditions.
Evaluations and certifications are available for individuals who meet Connecticut’s Medical Marijuana Program requirements for a qualifying debilitating medical condition, such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder or Chronic Pain, in accordance with current state guidelines.
Psychiatric evaluations and written medical opinions that may assist Veterans in establishing a connection between a current mental health condition and their military service. These evaluations are conducted when clinically appropriate and may be used as supporting documentation for VA disability claims.
Support for Veterans who are pursuing educational opportunities through programs such as the G.I. Bill or Vocational Rehabilitation. This may include psychiatric evaluations, documentation when appropriate, and coordination with educational institutions or program administrators when clinically indicated.
As a Veteran Owned and Operated practice, Holistic Services & Alternative Care is committed to supporting initiatives that expand access to mental health care for Veterans.
The services developed within this practice were originally designed with Veterans in mind and continue to reflect a commitment to providing high quality psychiatric care that meets the needs of those who have served.
Holistic Services & Alternative Care welcomes opportunities to collaborate with community organizations, healthcare providers, and government initiatives aimed at improving mental health services for Veterans.
Veterans bring extraordinary strength, resilience, and dedication to their communities. Our mission is to provide the professional support and compassionate care that helps Veterans continue to thrive in their lives beyond military service.
At Holistic Services & Alternative Care, we remain committed to providing a supportive environment where Veterans can receive thoughtful psychiatric care, explore treatment options that work for them, and move forward toward long term wellness.
Evaluations are currently offered via secure telehealth for individuals and families in Connecticut. If you would like to schedule an evaluation or discuss whether it is appropriate for your situation, please contact our office.
Comprehensive assessments to clarify diagnosis, treatment needs, and recommendations for next steps.
Ongoing follow-up to monitor effectiveness, side effects, and safety of psychiatric medications.
DNA-based testing to help inform which psychiatric medications may be better tolerated or more effective.
An emotional support animal (ESA) is an animal that provides comfort, companionship, and emotional support that helps reduce the impact of mental health symptoms.
Clinical evaluations to determine eligibility for Connecticut’s medical marijuana program, with education on safe and appropriate use.
Collaboration with schools and pediatric providers to support students through evaluation, medication management, and coordinated care.
Personalized psychiatric care for Veterans, with a focus on thoughtful evaluations, treatment, and documentation related to military service and service-connected conditions.
Trusted psychiatric support for public agencies and community programs.