HOLISTIC MENTAL HEALTH
PEACE. CLARITY. RESILIENCE. REST.
Our human biology is magnificent—we can harness its power with the right tools. Let's look at pharmaceutical medicine, effective non-medication modalities, exercise that makes sense for you, optimal nutrition, motivational coaching, gentle therapy sessions, lab work, and supplementals. Think of this treatment as a rental car while yours is in the shop, a pair of glasses to see the world more clearly, or a pulley system helping you lift what once felt impossible.
See results right away or embark on a deeper transformation with a strategic plan.
This is healing. This is strengthening. This is what it means to feel alive.
FROM THE MIND, HEALTH FLOWS
ADHD AssessmentS
ADHD Assessments
If you’re ready to explore whether ADHD may be impacting your daily life, our team at CareForce offers a simple and supportive process to help you get answers and find the right treatment path.
Step 1: Schedule Your Appointment
Call us to schedule your initial appointment. This first visit can be done in-office or via telehealth whichever you prefer. Appointments are started once your intake forms (emailed) are completed.
Please note: No controlled substances (such as Adderall) will be prescribed until the patient is seen in person.
We may start with alternative, non-stimulant treatment options until the in-person visit is completed.
Step 2: Complete Your ADHD Intake Assessment
During your first appointment, you’ll complete a clinical ADHD intake assessment with one of our providers. This allows us to fully understand your symptoms, history, and any related concerns.
Step 3: Discuss Treatment Options
Together with your provider, you’ll decide if medication is the right course of action. If stimulant medication like Adderall is being considered, an in-office visit is required, which includes an evaluation with both a licensed counselor and your medical provider.
Pricing Breakdown
- ADHD Assessment: $400
- Medication Management Program: 3-month commitment
- First month is waived
- First month is waived
- Total cost if both services are initiated: $498 for the first 3 months
Patients enrolled in our monthly M.A.T. (Medication-Assisted Treatment) program may qualify for special discounts.
We’re here to help you get the clarity and support you need—without long wait times or guesswork. Call us today to begin your ADHD assessment.
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We have team members ready to help you get started on your mental health journey. Call or text us Monday through Saturday to get started.
Mental Health AssessmentS
How to Get a Mental Health Assessment
Managing Stress & Anxiety
Everyone experiences stress and anxiety at times but when it begins to interfere with daily life, it may be time to take a closer look. At CareForce, we offer compassionate, whole-person care that addresses both the emotional and physical causes of anxiety. A professional mental health assessment is often the first step to gaining clarity and taking back control.
How to Get Started:
Step 1: Schedule Your Appointment
Call us to schedule a telehealth or in-office visit. Before your appointment can be confirmed, we ask that you complete our Total Wellness Intake Packet, which can be submitted in person or via email.
Step 2: Complete Your Mental Health Assessment
Your assessment begins with a comprehensive evaluation by our certified Nurse Practitioner (NP). Afterward, you’ll meet with one of our experienced counselors or peer support specialists to review your paperwork, discuss your goals, and explore your symptoms in depth.
Step 3: Consider Bloodwork (If Recommended)
In some cases, physical imbalances especially in the gut can contribute to anxiety. If appropriate, we may recommend lab work through our partnered lab to assess your overall health and rule out biological contributors to your symptoms.
Pricing Breakdown
Mental Health Assessment: $125
Includes an evaluation by our certified Nurse Practitioner, a follow-up session with a counselor or peer supporter, and a personalized care plan tailored to your needs.
Bloodwork: Ranges
These costs depend on panels needed/ordered. Although insurance may be used, CareForce is not responsible for non-covered costs. For self pay, we offer discounted bloodwork panels customized to fit your needs.
Medication Management Program:
- $297 for a 3-month plan
- Or $99/month with a card on file
Patients enrolled in our monthly M.A.T. (Medication-Assisted Treatment) program may qualify for special discounts as low as $20 per month.
Stress And Anxiety
Connection between psychiatry and stress, anxiety, weight management, metabolism & diabetes.
When you feel anxious, your body shifts into high alert activating the HPA axis (hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis), a key system regulating stress. This triggers the release of epinephrine (adrenaline) and cortisol, flooding your bloodstream with sugar for immediate energy, an evolutionary response designed to help you escape danger, like fending off a bear. But in modern life, that energy often goes unused, converting to fat over time.
Hans Selye, a pioneering endocrinologist, first described this "General Adaptation Syndrome," outlining how prolonged stress can dysregulate the body's systems, leading to chronic anxiety, fatigue, and metabolic changes. Interestingly, cortisol can be temporarily lowered by consuming carbohydrates, explaining why stress cravings often lead to sugar and comfort foods.
However, there are many holistic ways to rebalance your system and reduce anxiety naturally, including:
✔️ Medications - tools used for dramatic and often quick relief
✔️ Mindfulness & breathwork – calming the nervous system
✔️ Exercise & movement – burning off excess stress hormones
✔️ Nutritional balance – stabilizing blood sugar & reducing cravings
✔️ Adaptogenic herbs & supplements – supporting adrenal health
✔️ Therapeutic support – reframing stress through counseling
At CareForce, we help you regulate stress holistically addressing anxiety at its root through science-backed, mind-body approaches.
Sleep and Rest
Connection between sleep and obesity.
Sleep and rest play a critical role in your overall health especially when it comes to weight loss, mood, and metabolism. Research shows that adults who consistently get less than 7 hours of sleep per night are more likely to experience obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and depression. In fact, a study published in the journal Sleep found that people who slept less than 6 hours per night had a 55% higher risk of becoming obese compared to those who slept 7–9 hours. When your body doesn’t get enough rest, it disrupts hormones like leptin and ghrelin that control hunger and fullness, making it harder to manage cravings and stick to a healthy lifestyle.
If you’re trying to lose weight, boost your energy, and feel better overall, prioritizing quality sleep is essential not optional. Improving your sleep hygiene can make a big difference in how your body burns fat, balances hormones, and recovers from stress or workouts. Try these simple tips to start improving your sleep:
✔️ Go to bed and wake up at the same time every day, even on weekends
✔️Avoid screens (phones, TVs, computers) at least one hour before bed
✔️Keep your bedroom dark, cool, and quiet
✔️Limit caffeine and alcohol intake, especially in the evening
✔️Wind down with a calming routine like stretching, reading, or meditation
Investing in good sleep is one of the most powerful steps you can take toward better health and a leaner, stronger body.
Community & Connections
Importance of Community and Personal Connections
Research consistently shows that connection and community are powerful contributors to health and longevity. People who live in close-knit communities and prioritize meaningful relationships often enjoy lower rates of chronic illness, improved mental health, and even longer lifespans. Blue Zones—regions of the world where people live significantly longer—reveal that strong social ties, frequent family interactions, and a sense of belonging are common traits among these long-living populations. Humans are wired for connection, and consistent, genuine interaction helps reduce stress, boost immune function, and give life purpose and joy.
Here are a few ways to build more connection and community in your life:
✔️Attend a local church or faith-based community to build consistent, value-driven relationships
✔️Join a Celebrate Recovery or support group to connect over shared experiences and healing
✔️Explore new hobbies or group classes (like art, fitness, or cooking) that naturally bring people together
✔️Participate in local events or volunteer opportunities to meet like-minded individuals
✔️Engage in social media groups that reflect your interests, passions, or goals—then try to meet locally when possible
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Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered support group that helps individuals overcome a wide range of issues, from addiction and anxiety to codependency and trauma. It offers a safe, welcoming, church-like environment where you can connect with others who are also working toward healing and personal growth.
Healing and Managing Grief
Healing from grief
whether due to losing a loved one, enduring a painful breakup, or facing any profound loss—is one of life’s most challenging journeys. It's often non-linear, messy, and exhausting. But working through grief is deeply worth it: in time, it leads to acceptance, inner growth, renewed hope, and the meaningful connections that uplift us.
Ways to navigate grief and find healing:
- Join a structured grief support group such as those offered by OhioHealth in Central Ohio, which provide counseling, workshops, and peer support for all ages lifelineofohio.org+2ohiohealth.com+2cap4kids.org+2.
- Attend grief programs at institutions like OSU’s James Cancer Hospital, Seasons of Grief, or Cornerstone of Hope in Columbus, geared toward different types of losses and led by trained professionals wexnermedical.osu.edu.
- Connect with specialized groups, such as The Compassionate Friends for parents grieving a child cap4kids.org.
- Try GriefShare, a faith-based support group with weekly meetings and resources Columbus hosts several GriefShare groups talkspace.com+15wexnermedical.osu.edu+15griefshare.org+15.
- Lean on hospice-led bereavement services, like those at Ohio’s Hospice and Mount Carmel Hospice, which offer free counseling and group workshops .
- Explore virtual options and supplemental resources through Lifeline of Ohio or online webinars .
Recommended books that bring insight and comfort through grief:
- The Grief Recovery Handbook by James & Friedman – a tried-and-tested guide praised for helping readers “ride that wave” of grief theguardian.com+7reddit.com+7forums.grieving.com+7.
- It’s OK That You’re Not OK by Megan Devine – a compassionate companion for raw grief experiences barnesandnoble.com.
- On Grief and Grieving by Elisabeth Kübler‑Ross & David Kessler – explores the classic five stages and healthy paths forward people.com+3talkspace.com+3barnesandnoble.com+3.
- A Grief Observed by C.S. Lewis – an honest, faith‑woven journal reflecting the emotional turmoil after losing his wife en.wikipedia.org.
- Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown – unpacks complex emotions like grief and offers tools for meaningful connection talkspace.com.
Healing isn’t about forgetting—it’s about integrating loss into life with empathy and wisdom. With support, it becomes possible to move through grief toward a place of renewed purpose, deeper relationships, and lasting resilience.
Trauma and PTSD
Managing trauma and PTSD
is a courageous, often nonlinear journey—but with the right tools, healing and renewed peace are within reach. It means addressing the wounds stored deep in the mind and body and learning healthy ways to regulate emotions, rebuild trust, and reclaim your life.
Evidence-Based Approaches in Central Ohio
- Ohio State Wexner Medical Center (STAR & STRIVE programs) offers both individual and group PTSD therapies—such as Cognitive Processing Therapy and Prolonged Exposure—boasting over 80% effectiveness in symptom reduction amazon.comwexnermedical.osu.edu.
- Columbus Counseling Group provides trauma therapy including EMDR, sensorimotor psychotherapy, and art therapy—a whole-person approach tailored to your needs columbuscounselinggroup.com.
Recommended Reading on EMDR & Trauma Healing
These books are widely endorsed for their clarity, clinical insight, and practical guidance:
- “Getting Past Your Past: Take Control of Your Life with Self-Help Techniques from EMDR Therapy” by Francine Shapiro
Presents EMDR theory and self-applied exercises to integrate with professional therapy verywellmind.combodymindonline.com.au+4psychologytoday.com+4balancedmindofny.com+4.
- “The EMDR Workbook for Trauma and PTSD” by Megan A. Smith & Arielle Schwartz
A step-by-step guide to manage triggers and reprocess memories using EMDR techniques en.wikipedia.org+15amazon.com+15amazon.com+15.
- “EMDR Toolbox: Theory and Treatment of Complex PTSD and Dissociation” by James Knipe
A therapy-focused workbook widely praised as a valuable resource for treating complex trauma en.wikipedia.org+2amazon.com+2balancedmindofny.com+2balancedmindofny.com+1psychologytoday.com+1.
Broader Context & Somatic Approaches
- “The Body Keeps the Score” by Bessel van der Kolk explores how trauma affects the whole system—body, mind, and brain—and details healing pathways including EMDR, yoga, and neurofeedback reddit.com+8psychologytoday.com+8en.wikipedia.org+8.
- “Waking the Tiger: Healing Trauma” by Peter Levine emphasizes somatic experiencing—body-based exercises to discharge trauma stored in the nervous system en.wikipedia.org+15en.wikipedia.org+15edgemontlibrary.org+15.
Practical Tips to Move Forward
- Work with a credentialed EMDR therapist—Columbus Counseling Group and OSU’s trauma teams offer specialized services.
- Pair EMDR with somatic practices—yoga, body-awareness techniques, and sensorimotor therapies help anchor processing in physical safety.
- Use guided workbooks at your own pace—they’re best used as supplements during therapy or in structured group settings.
- Join a trauma or PTSD support group—peer connection normalizes your experience, reduces isolation, and reinforces healing.
Summary
Trauma leaves lasting imprints—not only in the mind but in the body. EMDR offers a powerful, research-backed path to reprocess distressing memories in a safe, structured way. Combined with somatic therapies, peer support, and well-chosen readings, it’s possible to transform trauma into a story of survival, growth, and healing.
Building Financial Success
Why Responsibility Pays Off
Financial success isn’t just about making more money—it’s about learning to manage what you have with discipline and intention. When you're financially responsible, you reduce stress, gain freedom, and open doors to opportunities like home ownership, travel, education, and even early retirement. Setting a budget, tracking spending, and paying off debt are foundational habits that lead to long-term stability and peace of mind. Breaking free from debt means no longer living paycheck to paycheck and being able to invest in your future instead of paying for your past.
Here are some trusted resources to help get on track financially:
- Financial Peace University by Dave Ramsey – A nationally recognized program that teaches budgeting, saving, paying off debt, and wealth building. Many churches and community centers in Columbus offer in-person or virtual classes. (www.ramseyplus.com)
- Smart Columbus Financial Empowerment Center – Offers free one-on-one financial coaching, budgeting help, and credit counseling. (columbusfec.org)
- YWCA of Columbus Financial Education Workshops – Free classes on budgeting, saving, and building credit, with a focus on empowering individuals and families.
- Operation HOPE Inside at local banks – Free financial literacy workshops and credit coaching for those recovering from financial setbacks.
- Books like “The Total Money Makeover” by Dave Ramsey or “Your Money or Your Life” by Vicki Robin offer simple, powerful guidance for transforming your financial life.
Remember, it’s not about being perfect—it’s about being consistent. Every small step you take toward financial responsibility helps you build a life of confidence, security, and independence.
FROM THE MIND, HEALTH FLOWS
Genetic Testing with GeneSight®
At CareForce, we offer GeneSight® testing to help personalize your treatment plan especially when it comes to mental health and medication management.
What is GeneSight?
GeneSight is a genetic test that analyzes how your genes may affect your body’s response to certain psychiatric medications, including those used to treat depression, anxiety, ADHD, and other behavioral health conditions. This test can help reduce the trial-and-error process of finding the right medication by showing which drugs may be more effective or more likely to cause side effects based on your unique DNA.
Benefits of GeneSight:
- Helps guide medication selection based on your genetics
- May reduce the risk of side effects or ineffective treatment
- Can lead to faster, more personalized symptom relief
- One-time test with lifelong value
How It Works:
- If you’re interested, we’ll ship a GeneSight test kit directly to your home
- The test is a simple cheek swab, no blood draw required
- You’ll follow the instructions, collect the sample, and mail it back in the prepaid package
- Results are usually returned within a few days, and we’ll review them with you before starting or adjusting any medication
Note: GeneSight is occasionally covered by insurance, but CareForce is not responsible for any costs not covered. Patients are encouraged to verify their coverage directly with GeneSight or their insurance provider. Visit www.Genesight.com for more information.
We recommend completing GeneSight testing before beginning any medication management so we can make the most informed, effective decisions about your care.