Alex Shink
February 19, 2024

Everest Goldstein, M.Ed, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, IFMCP.

1. What's your practice focus and what kind of clients knock on your door ?

I founded a functional psychiatry practice in Dallas, TX and see clients of all ages across Texas to help them get to the root cause of their symptoms, improve their overall well-being, and prevent future disease. Integrating lifestyle, diet, medicine, and other innovative technologies, I treat each client individually to help them take control of their health and improve their quality of life. I address both mental and physical health concerns because the brain and body are so connected!

2. Tell us about yourself. 

I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner certified in functional medicine. I work to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health and expand access to care through advocacy and education. I take a holistic approach to healing and believe in the connection between the body and mind. Seeing drastic improvements in my clients' mental and physical health is what drives me to show up each day and be my best self. It is my clients that make work fun!

3. Tell us the story of a patient who you are most proud of helping.

I had a client who came to me after struggling with both mental and physical health symptoms for years. She had been dismissed by many providers and given a handful of medications that had made her symptoms worse. After digging deeper, we found a severe parasite infection in her gut that seemed to be the root of her symptoms. Knowing this, we could treat the root cause and restore her sense of well-being.

4. What's one of the hardest things that comes with being a practitioner in private practice?

One of the hardest things, particularly in functional psychiatry, is separating work from the rest of life. It can be hard to not take on pain and suffering that clients are struggling with, while maintaining empathy and concern for them. We care so much about our clients and want them to feel their best, and this can take a toll on us, as well. Even though we spend our time working with clients on their health, we must also practice prioritizing our own.

5. What are the top 3 tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a private practice today?\

The top three tips I would give.


  1. Find where your heart is. Starting a practice is a ton of time and work, but if your heart is in it then it does not feel as much like work.
  2. Set boundaries for yourself. There is always going to be more you can do, but you have to schedule in time to relax and practice self-care so you can best show up for your clients.
  3. Trust the process. There will be a lot of unknown and growing that happens when you start a practice, so allow yourself to enjoy the journey along the way.

6. Where can people find you?

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