Dr. Leeds specializes in the Ashton Method, a well-established and evidence-based protocol for tapering off benzodiazepines. Developed by the renowned Dr. Heather Ashton, the Ashton Method provides a structured and safe approach to gradually reducing benzodiazepine dosages, minimizing withdrawal symptoms, and ultimately achieving freedom from these medications.
Benzodiazepines, commonly referred to as benzos, are frequently prescribed medications for conditions such as anxiety disorders, panic disorder, panic attacks, insomnia, and muscle tension. These…
Benzodiazepines have been a cornerstone of treatment for anxiety disorders, sleep disturbance, panic attacks, seizures, and muscle spasms for decades. They work in the short…
Benzodiazepines are prescribed across every stage of adult life, for anxiety, panic attacks, and insomnia, and physical dependence can develop at any age after sustained…
When prescribed appropriately, benzodiazepines can offer short-term relief from severe anxiety, insomnia, or panic episodes. However, for those who use these medications for months or…
The process of recovering from benzodiazepine dependence is often misunderstood and underestimated. For many people, benzo withdrawal is complex, emotional, and deeply physiological. Even with…
Benzodiazepines are prescription sedatives often used to treat anxiety, insomnia, panic disorder, and seizure-related conditions. While these medications can be effective in the short term,…
Benzodiazepines are widely prescribed for anxiety, panic disorder, and certain seizure disorders. Used long term, they produce physical dependence in most people, and coming off…
Following a structured plan is crucial when reducing benzodiazepine use. Without the right guidance, many individuals find themselves overwhelmed by withdrawal effects or tempted to…
Benzodiazepines are a class of medications commonly prescribed for their sedative, anxiolytic, and muscle-relaxing properties. They are often used to treat conditions such as anxiety…
Benzodiazepines are widely prescribed for anxiety, insomnia, and seizures, and long-term use produces physical dependence in most people who take them daily. When the dose…
Understanding Glimmers in Polyvagal Theory Deb Dana created the term “glimmers” to describe positive cues that signal safety. These moments activate our ventral vagal state…
Psychiatric medications, including benzodiazepines, antidepressants, and antipsychotics, are often essential for stabilizing mental health conditions. However, when it’s time to reduce or stop these medications,…
