Business Details
12 Years
experience
Holistic Psychiatry & Ketamine Therapy Cary NC
Natural Mind MD was founded in 2014 by Dr. Ria Battaglino, a board-certified psychiatrist with over two decades of experience in mental health. Our practice integrates conventional psychiatry with holistic and psychedelic-assisted therapies to address the interconnected nature of mind, body, and spirit. We specialize in treating complex conditions like treatment-resistant depression, PTSD, and anxiety through personalized approaches including ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, medication management, and integrative medicine. Dr. Battaglino's expertise extends to psychedelic harm reduction and stuttering treatment, supported by her training at institutions like Johns Hopkins and her fellowship in the American Psychiatric Association. We emphasize preparation and integration in therapeutic journeys, maintaining a patient-centered philosophy that prioritizes safety, evidence-based practices, and the body's innate healing capacity.Our team combines medical rigor with compassionate care, reflected in recognitions like being named among the Triangle's top psychiatrists and features in Health Magazine and WELL+GOOD. We operate with transparency in billing and treatment options, offering superbills for insurance submission while acknowledging the evolving coverage landscape for psychedelic therapies. With a foundation in cross-cultural medicine and a commitment to underserved communities, we strive to bridge traditional and alternative modalities for optimal mental wellness.
Services
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy
Holistic Psychiatry
Medication Management
Integrative Medicine
Psychotherapy
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We offer ketamine-assisted psychotherapy with board-certified psychiatric supervision throughout treatment
- Our practice integrates cross-cultural healing traditions with evidence-based psychiatric care
- We provide specialized treatment for treatment-resistant mental health conditions
- Our team combines psychedelic therapy research with clinical expertise from 20+ years of practice
- We maintain a patient-centered approach with personalized preparation and integration sessions
Associations and certifications
- Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association (FAPA)
What people say
Top 3 Psychiatrist in Cary
Best of Triangle award winner
Featured in Health Magazine
Effective treatment methods
Personalized care approach
Services
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy
Combines ketamine administration with therapeutic support to treat treatment-resistant depression, PTSD, and anxiety. This approach increases cognitive flexibility and reduces negative thought patterns through guided sessions with medical supervision. Patients receive preparation and integration therapy to maximize treatment effectiveness.
Holistic Psychiatry
Addresses mental health through combined conventional treatments and natural modalities. Incorporates nutrition, meditation, and mind-body techniques alongside medication management. Focuses on treating the whole person rather than isolated symptoms.
Medication Management
Comprehensive evaluation and adjustment of psychiatric medications with attention to interactions and side effects. Includes monitoring through lab tests and personalized dosage modifications. Combines pharmacological expertise with holistic health considerations.
Integrative Medicine
Blends conventional medical treatments with evidence-based alternative therapies. Emphasizes mind-body connection and natural healing processes. Utilizes lifestyle modifications and complementary approaches to enhance traditional treatments.
Psychotherapy
Evidence-based therapeutic approach addressing root causes of mental health issues. Combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with exploration of emotional patterns. Can be used independently or alongside medication for comprehensive treatment.
People
Ria Battaglino
Founder & Psychiatrist
Board-certified psychiatrist with 20+ years experience, specializing in integrative psychiatry and psychedelic medicine. Developed first cross-cultural medicine program at Wake Forest University. Trained at Johns Hopkins psychedelic research group and MAPS MDMA trials.
Questions
What mental health conditions do you treat?
We specialize in treatment-resistant depression, PTSD, anxiety disorders, OCD, and chronic pain conditions using integrative approaches.
Do you accept insurance for ketamine therapy?
We provide superbills for out-of-network insurance reimbursement, though coverage for psychedelic-assisted therapies remains limited.
What makes your psychiatric approach unique?
We combine conventional medication management with holistic modalities, including nutrition, cross-cultural healing traditions, and psychedelic-assisted therapies.
How does ketamine-assisted psychotherapy work?
KAP combines ketamine administration with therapeutic support to increase cognitive flexibility, reduce negative thought patterns, and access inner healing wisdom through guided sessions.
Are your treatments evidence-based?
Yes, our approaches integrate peer-reviewed research on psychedelic medicine with established psychiatric practices and holistic health principles.
What qualifications does your staff hold?
Our psychiatrist is board-certified, with fellowship status in the American Psychiatric Association and specialized training in psychedelic-assisted therapies from MAPS and CIIS.
Reviews (2)
Former Patient
Jul 20, 2021
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She was a good doctor, I am sorry for past review, based on misunderstanding and overeating on my part. She was one of the most helpful doctors I had seen.
Tatyana K.
Apr 18, 2021
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If a loved one needed care, I would without any hesitation send them to Dr. Ria Battaglino. She is one of the most knowledgeable psychiatrists I know when it comes to complete mind-body care. She has amazing bedside manners and her gentle yet direct style makes it easy to navigate tough conversations. I have always appreciated that she is evidence-based, stays at the cutting edge of research, and is medication conservative. She will also work with other providers and refer for additional services when necessary. I regard her as a specialist when it comes to complex health conditions (including
