High Performance Psychiatry

Mental Mastery for The Driven

You don’t do average

Your mind is no exception

Sharpen your edge for clarity, adaptability, and peak execution.

Not traditional psychiatry

Not another insurance-based pill-mill

A framework engineered for mental mastery:

Neuroscience

+ Depth psychology

+ Zen-honed mindfulness

+ Somatic precision

= Synergy to Forge Body and Mind.

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Dr. Brian Mendenhall, D.O.

I’m an Osteopathic Physician and Integrative & Sports Psychiatrist. I provide whole-person psychiatry for executives, professionals, and athletes—sharpen the mind, defeat self-limiting patterns, and perform under pressure. I also provide an exclusive program specifically for executive performance optimization and burnout under MindForge Apex™.

By tapping into the mind-body-brain connection, you can forge a stronger tool to face your challenges. My approach is purposely-different. I offer a strategic blend of Integrative Psychiatry, Somatic Treatments to address the Vagus nerve and Autonomic Nervous System, Brief Psychodynamic Therapy and Mindfulness for deep change, so you can reach the next level with extra strength, resilience and clarity.

I believe:

  • The standard “fast food” style approach to psychiatry doesn’t work for high-performers; in fact, it often makes them worse.

  • You are more than a label or list of symptoms—you’re here to grow, excel and push past limits.

  • The mind, body, and spirit are inseparable.

  • Meds have their place, but the automatic “problem = pill” approach misses the mark.

  • Human capacity for change is extraordinary. When we harness that, the possibilities are endless. Structure, patience and discipline are essential to harness this capacity.

Are You Ready to Unlock Your Potential?

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Sound Familiar?

  • You face life head-first and embrace the grind— it’s in your DNA. But low mood, indecision, worry, lack of focus or negative cycles weigh you down?

  • You want authentic change and skills to move forward.

  • Too much medication is leaving you cloudy, slow or with other side effects— you want to streamline your meds and try other approaches?

    At MindForge Psychiatry, I get you. I’m here to help you not just manage— I provide a framework for a process of transformation.

“Champions aren't made in the ring. They are merely recognized there.” — Joe Frazier

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The Path 

The essentials are already within you—so really the question is, what is your potential?

At MindForge together we: deconstruct barriers, reinforce strengths, and refine your edge.

We leverage the mind-body-brain network for lasting change.

Ready to unleash your superpower?

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“His approach is mixed with historic knowledge and modern science, in a way that is both fascinating and incredibly helpful... I actually feel hope and optimism under his care, which is not something I have ever had the fortune of feeling.”

—Public Review

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    Medication Management

    Carefully balanced to enhance your mental clarity and emotional stability. I also de-prescribe meds if you are on too much.

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    Autonomic Reset™

    A high-impact, physician-delivered intervention designed to recalibrate your nervous system using a targeted sequence of osteopathic techniques, neurostimulation, and guided breath regulation.

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    Plant-based Medicine

    Evidence-informed plant-based medicine, adaptogens and supplements can help support brain health and may reduce the need for medications.

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    Targeted Psychotherapy

    Techniques aimed at refining your ability to focus and excel under pressure while untangling repetitive maladaptive patterns.

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    Mind-Body Medicine

    Sharpen your focus, manage stress and emotions better, expand creativity, increase heart rate variability, sleep better and more through meditation and Mindfulness strategies.

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    Osteopathic Manipulative Therapy

    OMT (hands-on therapy) helps alleviate physical manifestations of stress and improves circulation, helps balance the nervous system and more.

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    Gut Microbiome Testing

    Modern medicine now recognizes the vital link between gut health and mental well-being. Advanced stool testing can reveal imbalances, inflammation, and digestive issues, providing insights to optimize your overall health and mental clarity.

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    Functional Nutritional Testing

    Your brain is the most complex piece of equipment in your body and only works as well as the fuel driving it. The latest technology of lab testing allows us to examine nutrient levels, organic acid levels, essential and metabolic fatty acid levels, amino acid levels, level of oxidative stress, and presence of toxins, which will allow us to dial in your treatment regimen.

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    Stress Hormone Testing

    Stress-related adrenal fatigue and burnout can leave you feeling “wired and tired”, cause trouble sleeping, cause weight gain, mood issues and more. I offer advanced salivary testing to evaluate key stress hormones like cortisol and DHEA, providing insights into your stress response and overall adrenal health to help get your brain and body back in natural balance.

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    Lifestyle Optimization

    From nutritional advice for optimizing mood and brain health to incorporating fitness for mental health and resiliency.

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    Genetic Testing

    Genetic testing can give insight into how your body metabolizes specific psychiatric medications.

My Services

Patient Testimonials:

  • “ I have been going to Dr. Mendenhall for three years and he has offered great knowledge, suggestions and support. He always listened to my concerns and asked me what I thought. I left each appointment feeling good about our discussion and my treatment plan. If I had a question or needed a medication refilled, I would hear back from him within a few hours. If you are in need of a provider, I couldn't recommend Dr. Mendenhall more.”

  • “It took me 25 years to find the right doctor- you.”

  • “I have been Dr.Mendenhall’s patient for several years. Dr.Mendenhall helped me develop a holistic plan to manage my mental health. I greatly appreciated how Dr.Mendenhall addressed my well-being as a whole person-- medication, sleep, diet, exercise, therapy, etc. I am so grateful to have Dr.Mendenhall walking with me and providing such excellent guidance on my mental health journey. Thank you, Dr.Mendenhall!”

  • .... He is by far the best prescriber I have ever had. I have worked with Dr. Mendenhall for 2 years now. He listens to what I have to say and lets me be an advocate for my own health and decisions. I always enjoyed our visits because he provides additional knowledge, like how the brain works with certain receptors or sleep cycles.He is always happy and willing to provide more than just a black and white explanation. I always feel smarter leaving our visits. He really was an integral part on my journey becoming a stable and healthy and HAPPY human being. I couldn't have done it without him. I would recommend him to anyone who is trying to start or change their meds…”

  • "Dr.Mendenhall changed my life! We have been working together for 4+ years and he was the first doctor to help me find a medication regimen that worked for me. He listened to me and cared about my treatment.”

  • "Dr. Mendenhall is one of the most thoughtful and reassuring doctors one could ask for.”

  • "Always very professional. Knew the extensive medication list I had been on, and what had not worked. If it wasn't for Dr.Mendenhall I wouldnt have had my Primary Doctor do a few extra blood tests that detected an underactive thyroid that was caught at the right time.”

  • Since 2009, I’ve been under the care of traditional psychiatrists for ADHD and a mood disorder. While they helped manage my medications, I eventually felt like I needed a more holistic approach. That’s when I found Dr. Brian Mendenhall online—and I’m so glad I did.

    From the start, Dr. Brian took a much more thorough approach. He ordered detailed blood work, something none of my previous psychiatrists ever did. On top of managing my meds, he also gave me practical, holistic solutions that have actually made a difference in my daily life.

    What really sets Dr. Brian apart is the time he takes during each appointment. They’re longer, more thoughtful, and never rushed. After every session, he sends me detailed notes and follow-ups, which I find super helpful. We’ve also added mindfulness training to my treatment plan, and that alone has been a game changer.

    Dr. Brian is not only knowledgeable—he truly cares. I plan to continue working with him long-term because I trust his approach and feel supported in a way I haven’t before. — D.S, CEO

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I offer a free 15-min consultation call to learn more about you and your treatment goals to see if we would be a good fit. Please be sure to read over my services page to learn more about my appointment types and fees before booking your call.