Neurological & Mental Health Conditions in Greenville, SC
Mental and neurological health conditions have clear biological foundations — neuroinflammation, neurotransmitter dysregulation, HPA axis dysfunction, nutritional deficiencies, and gut-brain axis disruption all contribute to how the brain functions and how we experience mood, cognition, and sleep. At Integrative Health Partners, Dr. Hendry approaches neurological and mental health conditions not as purely psychological phenomena but as biologically complex states requiring thorough investigation and targeted treatment. His published research on heart rate variability biofeedback for symptom management in cancer patients reflects a deep understanding of autonomic nervous system regulation — the same principles he applies to anxiety, insomnia, PTSD, and cognitive dysfunction. Acupuncture has a remarkable and well-documented effect on the central nervous system, and combined with functional medicine's ability to identify and correct specific neurochemical and hormonal drivers, it forms the foundation of our integrative neurology and mental health program in Greenville, SC.
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Dr. Hendry's Approach to Neurological & Mental Health Conditions
Neurological and mental health conditions have clear biological foundations — and Dr. Hendry's integrative approach treats those foundations directly rather than managing symptoms alone. Anxiety, depression, insomnia, PTSD, and cognitive dysfunction all involve measurable dysregulation in the HPA axis, autonomic nervous system, neurotransmitter synthesis, gut-brain axis signaling, and neuroimmune communication. Identifying and correcting these specific drivers is the core of his treatment philosophy.
Acupuncture has well-documented effects on the autonomic nervous system — shifting the nervous system from sympathetic dominance (chronic stress, fight-or-flight) to parasympathetic tone (rest, repair, cognitive clarity). Multiple randomized controlled trials have documented acupuncture's efficacy for generalized anxiety disorder, primary insomnia, PTSD, and major depressive disorder — mechanisms include cortisol regulation, serotonin and GABA modulation, and direct effects on limbic system activity.
Dr. Hendry's published research on heart rate variability (HRV) biofeedback for symptom management in cancer patients reflects his deep understanding of autonomic nervous system regulation — the same principles he applies to anxiety, sleep disorders, and stress-related conditions. This research-informed approach ensures treatment decisions are grounded in measurable physiological outcomes rather than theoretical frameworks alone.
Why Patients Choose Integrative Health Partners
Many of our neurological and mental health patients have tried medications, therapy, or lifestyle changes with incomplete results. Dr. Hendry's integrative approach adds what conventional care often misses: specific testing for nutritional deficiencies (B12, D3, folate, zinc, magnesium) that directly impair neurotransmitter synthesis, gut microbiome evaluation to address gut-brain axis dysfunction, and adrenal/cortisol testing to identify HPA axis dysregulation patterns that drive anxiety, insomnia, and mood instability.
Acupuncture and herbal medicine add non-pharmacological regulation of the nervous system that can work alongside — or provide an alternative to — conventional psychiatric medications. We work collaboratively with mental health providers and always prioritize patient safety and continuity of care.
Ready to address the root cause?
Dr. Hendry is accepting new patients. Schedule a consultation to find out how integrative medicine can help your specific condition.
Call (864) 365-6156