A New Approach to Healing Depression: Functional Psychiatry and Lifestyle Changes with Dr. Achina Stein and Silvia Covelli
Release Date: 12/09/2025
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info_outlineDepression is something that affects many people. However, it doesn't have to be a lifelong struggle. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Achina Stein, a leading expert in functional medicine psychiatry, and Silvia Covelli, founder of the Healing Depression Project, as we explore a truly transformative approach to treating depression.
Silvia shares her 25-year battle with depression and the discovery of the healing power of lifestyle changes and functional medicine. Her inspiring recovery after 25 years of depression proves that there is hope for sustainable healing.
If you or someone you know has been struggling with depression, this episode will shed light on a new path to lasting wellness.
Stay tuned for insights on how this groundbreaking program is helping people get the help they need and the promise of relief from depression that many thought was impossible.
"The main message for people who are dealing with depression is that there's a solution, there's a way out. (And it's not that this is a lifetime condition, that there's no cure, only symptom management.) There's a lot of new approaches that are showing a different reality."
~ Silvia Covelli
In this episode:
[00:00] - Introduction to Dr. Achina Stein and Silvia Covelli
[02:32] - Current state of depression treatment and why conventional methods may fall short
[06:44] - How the Healing Depression Project offers a holistic, multi-faceted approach to mental health
[19:01] - The importance of metabolic psychiatry and the ketogenic diet in treating depression and maintaining bone health
[28:35] - The success of the 30-day Healing Depression Project program and application process
Resources mentioned
- Osteoporosis exercises to strengthen your bones and prevent fractures - tinyurl.com/osteoporosisexercises
- The Healing Depression Project - www.healingdepressionproject.com
- Dr. Achina Stein's website - AchinasteindoHome
- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/healing.depressionproject/
- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/healing-depression-project/
- Facebook - https://web.facebook.com/HealingDepressionProject
More about Margie
- Website - https://margiebissinger.com/
- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/p/Margie-Bissinger-MS-PT-CHC-100063542905332/
- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/margiebissinger/?hl=en
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