Services | Daniel Tan

A holistic, collaborative approach to mental wellness

Dr. Tan’s practice emphasizes restoring balance and achieving wellness in mind, body, and spirit. He integrates his personal faith background with evidence-based principles and concepts from lifestyle medicine, metabolic medicine, and alternative medicine.

Using a collaborative, person-centric model of care, Dr. Tan will work with you to understand your value systems, what brings you meaning and joy, and your own personal goals to provide a truly comprehensive approach to mental health tailored just for you.

The foundations of lifestyle medicine

Lifestyle medicine focuses on six pillars: balanced nutrition, regular physical activity, quality sleep, stress management, positive social connections, and avoiding harmful substances. These principles empower individuals to improve health, prevent disease, and enhance overall well-being.

Dr. Tan incorporates these six pillars into his practice model to help you take ownership of your own health journey.

The principles of metabolic and alternative medicine

Metabolic medicine examines the connection between the physical body and the mind by addressing factors such as nutrition, metabolism, and chronic inflammation. It aims to optimize brain function through targeted interventions, including dietary changes and addressing metabolic imbalances.

Alternative medicine explores holistic and non-traditional approaches to physical and mental health, integrating therapies like mindfulness, supplements, and lifestyle adjustments. It seeks to complement standard treatments by considering the whole person and their unique needs.

Utilizing Dr. Tan's expertise, you will benefit from a wide range of tools and lifestyle interventions to optimize your physical and mental wellness, all while honoring your deeply held beliefs and value systems.

Critical approaches to mental health

A critical lens to traditional like psychiatry takes a thoughtful approach to traditional mental health care by questioning assumptions about diagnoses and treatments. It emphasizes patient autonomy, minimizes over-reliance on medication, and focuses on understanding each person’s unique circumstances to develop more tailored and meaningful interventions.

While Dr. Tan supports the use of psychotropic medications, he believes these should be prescribed thoughtfully, cautiously, and with healthy skepticism. Your health and well-being should not be dictated by the profit incentives of pharmaceutical companies.

Balanced nutrition

Women's mental health

Women face unique challenges in their personal, professional, and social environments that can sometimes feel overwhelming. These pressures may impact their relationships, self-esteem, and overall mental well-being. Often, the stress of juggling multiple roles or navigating life transitions can lead to feelings of frustration, sadness, or self-doubt. Dr. Tan provides compassionate care to women addressing a variety of mental health concerns, including but not limited to:

Mood and anxiety issues
Eating disorders
Trauma related disorders
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Substance abuse
Infertility

Mental health during menstrual cycles
Mental health during pregnancy
Mental health after childbirth
Adjustment (motherhood, divorce, work stress)
Insomnia

Supporting women through a communal model of care

Dr. Tan believes in a community-centered approach to mental health care, rooted in the understanding that a strong support network is essential for a woman’s well-being. Just as a woman flourishes with encouragement and care from family, friends, colleagues, and mentors, her mental health journey is enriched by a collaborative and tailored approach.

Dr. Tan will spend time getting to know you and your loved ones. He will work with your primary care physician, ob-gyn doctor, and therapist to ensure comprehensive care that addresses your mental health needs in the context of your life and relationships.

Men's mental health

Men face unique pressures and expectations in their personal, professional, and social environments that can sometimes feel isolating or overwhelming. Balancing the demands of work, family, and societal roles can lead to stress, frustration, or even feelings of inadequacy. These challenges may impact their relationships, self-esteem, and overall mental well-being. Dr. Tan offers compassionate support to men navigating a variety of mental health concerns, including but not limited to:

Mood and anxiety issues
Substance abuse (alcohol, drugs)
Trauma related disorders (PTSD)
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Insomnia

Gambling addiction
Loneliness and social isolation
Anger management
Adjustment (fatherhood, divorce, mid-life crisis, work stress)

Supporting men through a communal model of care

Dr. Tan believes in a collaborative and community-focused approach to mental health care, recognizing that men thrive when supported by a strong network. Whether it's family, friends, colleagues, or other trusted individuals, a tailored and unified support system can significantly enhance well-being and resilience.

Dr. Tan will take time to understand your unique challenges and priorities. He will work closely with your network, including partners, primary care doctor, and therapist, to ensure comprehensive care that addresses your mental health needs in the context of your life and relationships.

Physiologic changes of aging

As we age, our bodies undergo various changes that can affect mental health. The brain may shrink slightly, and communication between nerve cells can become less efficient, leading to occasional forgetfulness or difficulty concentrating. Sensory declines, such as reduced vision and hearing, can make daily activities more challenging and may contribute to feelings of isolation or sadness. Additionally, hormonal changes can influence mood and cognitive function. Understanding these changes is important for maintaining mental well-being in older adulthood.

Understanding these physical changes is crucial for promoting mental well-being in older adulthood. Engaging in social activities, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and seeking support when needed can help mitigate these effects and enhance quality of life.

Mental health in older adults:

Older adults face unique challenges as they navigate changes in their personal, professional, and social environments. Transitions such as retirement, health concerns, loss of loved ones, or shifting family dynamics can sometimes feel overwhelming or isolating. These experiences may impact relationships, self-esteem, and overall mental well-being. Dr. Tan provides compassionate support to older adults addressing a variety of mental health concerns, including but not limited to:

Aging-related depression and anxiety
Substance abuse (alcohol, drugs)
Caregiver stress and burnout
Dementia and cognitive decline
Insomnia
Mental health related to menopause

Chronic and terminal illness
Loneliness and social isolation
Fear of mortality
Adjustment (retirement, downsizing, relocating to care facilities)

Supporting older adults through a communal model of care

Dr. Tan believes in a community-centered approach to mental health care, recognizing that older adults benefit greatly from a strong network of support. As life transitions bring changes in relationships, health, and independence, having a connected and compassionate care team becomes essential for overall well-being.

Dr. Tan will take the time to understand your unique needs during this phase of life. He will collaborate closely with your family members, caregivers, primary care doctor, therapist, and other specialists to create a personalized and comprehensive care plan, ensuring your needs are addressed in the context of life’s later stages.

Daniel Tan MD

lifestyle medicine & mental health