Trusted Practitioners

GeriatRx offers 24/7, concierge pharmacist-led guidance to help adults—especially seniors—safely manage complex medications. While not prescribing, Dr. Canterbury and his team review medications and, when appropriate, run genetic tests to create a personalized plan. They then work directly with each patient’s medical provider to get them on board with deprescribing or other adjustments. This is especially valuable for senior citizens or anyone on multiple medications, helping determine which drugs to taper or stop first for safer, healthier living.

Tomasz is a neuroscientist and recovered patient who helps people safely taper off psychiatric medications and heal from protracted withdrawal. After enduring years of PSSD and other post-SSRI symptoms, he combines training in cognitive science and neurobiology with lived experience to design hyperbolic taper plans, provide steady support, and use non-drug tools that restore nervous-system balance.

Dr. Teralyn Sell is a holistic mental health therapist, brain health consultant, and couples counselor with 20+ years of experience. She integrates psychology, neuro-nutrition, and functional mental healthcare to address root causes of anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction. She also supports clients who wish to safely taper off antidepressants, offering education, preparation, and ongoing guidance in collaboration with their prescribing clinicians. Through counseling, writing, and podcasting, she empowers clients to heal naturally and reclaim wellness of mind, body, and brain.

Jenn Schmitz is a Holistic Deprescribing Consultant with an M.A. in Clinical Psychology who helps people safely taper SSRIs, SNRIs, and benzodiazepines while optimizing brain health. Her approach blends clinical training with personal experience as she navigates her own SSRI taper. A dedicated advocate for those harmed by psychiatric drugs, Jenn co-hosts the internationally acclaimed podcast The Gaslit Truth. She takes a holistic approach to optimizing sleep, nutrition, movement, and meditation, empowering individuals to reclaim their lifestyle and strengthen their inner agency.

Chris Paige is a Withdrawal Support Specialist and trauma-informed therapist who helps people navigate psychiatric drug withdrawal and protracted symptoms. Combining lived experience with professional training, he offers group support, practical coping tools, and therapies like EMDR and the Safe and Sound Protocol. Chris empowers clients to heal nervous system wounds, resolve trauma, and move toward a more grounded, fulfilling life.

Dr. David Rusan, MD is a psychiatrist and prescribing physician based in California, with over 50 years of clinical experience. He is educated in BIND (Benzodiazepine-Induced Neurological Dysfunction) and protracted withdrawal syndromes and provides medical support, notes and documentation where needed. He prescribes in California and has approval by CA medical board to prescribe to other states (based on your state rules). A taper coach, like Dr. Jennifer Leigh, can also be a helpful complement to his medical guidance.

Psychology Today is a nationwide directory of psychologists, letting you filter by state, insurance, and modality (CBT, CPT, DBT, trauma-focused, mindfulness, somatic, Brainspotting, neurofeedback, dance/movement, etc.).

‍Many listed therapists/coaches may lack direct experience with psychiatric-drug harm but are often willing to learn—sharing resources and your limitations can make it a harm-reduction option.

Benzodiazepine Information Coalition (BIC) offers a curated list of medical professionals who may assist with prescribing and tapering, as well as access to coaching and complementary support services. BIC highlights that while some providers are experienced in benzodiazepine cessation, others may require further discussion or the parallel support of a tapering coach. Listings are for informational purposes only; BIC (and Malissa) is not affiliated with and does not endorse listed providers.

Dr. med. Stefan Pieper is a German physician specializing in integrative and holistic medicine, combining general practice with homeopathy, and nutritional approaches. He is internationally recognized for his expertise in Fluoroquinolone-Associated Disability (FQAD) and has guided thousands of “floxed” patients worldwide. Through a focus on restoring cellular health, stabilizing the nervous system, and rebuilding resilience, Dr. Pieper offers a path forward for those living with fluoroquinolone toxicity.

Tanya Richardson is a bestselling author, professional intuitive, and longtime MindBodyGreen contributor. Known for her soulful books, oracle decks, and intuitive readings, she has guided people worldwide in connecting with their inner wisdom and spiritual path. Through her writing and sessions, Tanya helps clients cultivate self-trust, clarity, and a deeper sense of meaning in their lives.